Thanks to an industry-wide commitment to quality and continuous improvement, Canada has become a world leader in the manufacturing of medical devices.

Canada has approximately 800 manufacturers and distributors of medical devices. Canada produces over 1,500 categories of devices. Examples of Canada’s strengths include: heart valves, electronic cardiography, in vitro diagnostics, radiation therapy and therapy archiving systems, ultrasound scanners, dental implants and materials, assistive devices, home health care and mobility aids.

Over the last decade, Canadian sales to international markets have increased approximately 250%. The main customers for Canadian medical devices are from the United States, Japan, Germany, the United Kingdom, France, Australia and China. Canadian medical devices are known for their high-quality, reliability and cost-effectiveness. Canadian companies are flexible and adapt product lines to suit customer specifications.

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