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ISO 13485 Insights — Medical Device Quality & Regulatory Articles

Practical guidance on ISO 13485 implementation, FDA compliance, design controls, and quality management systems for medical device companies. Written by an industry expert with RAC, CMQ-OE credentials.

From navigating the fundamentals of ISO 13485 to advanced regulatory strategy, our articles bridge the gap between standard requirements and real-world implementation. Each piece draws on hands-on consulting experience across 200+ medical device companies. For a full suite of quality and regulatory services, visit Certify Consulting.

Regulatory News Apr 17, 2026

FDA Classifies Orthopedic Patient Selection Instruments as Class II

FDA finalizes Class II classification for manual surgical instruments used in orthopedic implant patient selection. Learn what special controls apply and how...

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Jared Clark
· 9 min read
Regulatory News & Analysis Apr 15, 2026

FDA's Digital Health Technologies in Clinical Trials: What It Means for You

FDA is advancing DHTs in clinical investigations under PDUFA VII. Learn what this means for your drug or biologics program and how to stay compliant.

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Jared Clark
· 14 min read
Regulatory Intelligence Apr 15, 2026

FDA RFI: Advancing Digital Health Technologies in Clinical Investigations — ISO 13485 Implications

FDA issued an RFI on advancing digital health technologies in clinical investigations (due June 1, 2026). What device manufacturers, SaMD developers, and ISO...

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Jared Clark
· 18 min read
Guide Apr 13, 2026

ISO 13485 Consultant for Medical Devices: Complete Guide

Need an ISO 13485 consultant for medical devices? Learn what to look for, how the certification process works, and why Certify Consulting has a 100% first-time...

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Jared Clark
· 10 min read
Regulatory News & Analysis Apr 12, 2026

FDA Refuses Tradipitant NDA: What It Means for Drug Makers

FDA denied Vanda Pharmaceuticals' NDA for Tradipitant (gastroparesis). Learn what the refusal-to-approve process means for your drug pipeline. Expert analysis...

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Jared Clark
· 13 min read
Pharmaceutical Regulatory Apr 12, 2026

FDA's Notice of Decision on a Hearing Request Regarding a Proposal To Refuse To Approve Tradipitant for Gastroparesis: What It Means for NDA Strategy

FDA upheld its refusal to approve Vanda's NDA 218489 for tradipitant (gastroparesis) and denied the hearing request. Expert analysis of the regulatory battle...

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Jared Clark
· 17 min read
Compliance Apr 11, 2026

Which Products Require CPSC eFiling? (2026 Guide)

Find out which children's and general-use products require CPSC eFiling starting July 2026. Expert guidance from Jared Clark at Certify Consulting.

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Jared Clark
· 12 min read
Regulatory News & Analysis Apr 10, 2026

FDA Final Guidance: Patient Preference Information Over Product Life Cycle

FDA's final guidance on voluntary patient preference information reshapes medical device strategy. Learn what it means for your QMS and submissions. Expert...

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Jared Clark
· 13 min read
FDA Guidance Apr 10, 2026

FDA's 2026 Patient Preference Information Guidance: What Medical Device Manufacturers Need to Know

FDA's final guidance on incorporating voluntary patient preference information over the total product life cycle replaces the 2016 version and expands PPI's...

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Jared Clark
· 14 min read
Pharmaceutical Regulatory Apr 09, 2026

FDA Corrects ANDA Withdrawal After Upsher-Smith Objects: What Generic Drug Manufacturers Must Know

FDA's March 2026 correction to a 72-ANDA withdrawal notice reveals a critical lesson: ANDA holders must actively monitor Federal Register publications and act...

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Jared Clark
· 13 min read
Compliance Apr 09, 2026

FDA Corrects Withdrawal of 72 ANDAs: What Manufacturers Must Know

FDA corrects its September 2025 notice withdrawing approval of 72 ANDAs. Learn the compliance implications for generic drug manufacturers and quality systems.

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Jared Clark
· 13 min read
Compliance Apr 08, 2026

FDA Advisory Committee Information Collection: What It Means for Your QMS

FDA's proposed information collection for advisory committees is open for comment. Learn what it means for medical device makers and how to respond. Expert...

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Jared Clark
· 13 min read
Regulatory News & Analysis Apr 08, 2026

FDA Advisory Committee Membership: What Medical Device Makers Must Know

FDA seeks comments by May 22, 2026 on advisory committee membership collections. Learn how CDRH's 18 MDAC panels shape device clearances and your QMS strategy.

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Jared Clark
· 13 min read
Regulatory News & Analysis Apr 07, 2026

FDA's CNPV Pilot Program: What Medical Device & Drug Makers Must Know

FDA's CNPV Pilot Program promises faster NDA, BLA, and supplement reviews. Learn what it means for your regulatory strategy and how to prepare. Expert analysis...

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Jared Clark
· 13 min read
Compliance Apr 06, 2026

ISO 13485 Training Requirements: Competence & Effectiveness

Master ISO 13485 training requirements: competence records, effectiveness evaluation, and audit-ready documentation. Expert guidance from Certify Consulting.

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Jared Clark
· 12 min read
Compliance Apr 05, 2026

Field Safety Corrective Actions Under ISO 13485

Learn how to handle Field Safety Corrective Actions (FSCAs) under ISO 13485. Step-by-step guidance, regulatory requirements, and expert tips. Get audit-ready...

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Jared Clark
· 13 min read
Compliance Apr 04, 2026

ISO 13485 Document Control: Procedures, Templates & Audit Findings

Master ISO 13485 document control with expert procedures, ready-to-use templates, and the top audit findings to avoid. Get compliant faster—contact Certify...

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Jared Clark
· 14 min read
Compliance Apr 03, 2026

FDA Color Additive Petition: 3 Solvents Facing Removal

FDA files IACM petition to remove methylene chloride, trichloroethylene & ethylene dichloride from color additive regs. Learn what this means for your...

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Jared Clark
· 11 min read
Regulatory Change Apr 03, 2026

IACM Color Additive Petition: What Medical Device Manufacturers Must Know About Methylene Chloride Removal

FDA filed the IACM petition (CAP 5C0340) to remove methylene chloride, TCE, and ethylene dichloride from color additive regulations. Comment deadline: June 1...

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Jared Clark
· 13 min read
Compliance Apr 01, 2026

ISO 13485 Management Review: Inputs, Outputs & Frequency

Master ISO 13485 management review requirements: required inputs, expected outputs, and audit-ready frequency. Expert guidance from Jared Clark at Certify...

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Jared Clark
· 11 min read
Compliance Apr 01, 2026

Post-Market Surveillance Under ISO 13485 & EU MDR

Learn what manufacturers must track under ISO 13485 and EU MDR post-market surveillance. Expert guidance from Certify Consulting. Start your PMS program today.

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Jared Clark
· 13 min read
Regulatory Change Mar 30, 2026

FDA Reclassifies TB Immunity Tests: What Manufacturers Must Know

FDA proposes reclassifying TB cell-mediated immunity tests from Class III to Class II. Learn what changes, compliance deadlines, and what manufacturers must do...

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Jared Clark
· 11 min read
Compliance Mar 29, 2026

Traceability Requirements Under ISO 13485: UDI, Lot Numbers & DHRs

Master ISO 13485 traceability: UDI, lot numbers, and Device History Records explained. Avoid audit failures with Jared Clark's expert guidance. Learn more.

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Jared Clark
· 13 min read
Regulatory Compliance Mar 27, 2026

FDA Reclassifies Melanoma Detection Devices to Class II: What It Means for You

FDA's final order reclassifies melanoma detection devices (OYD, ONV) from Class III to Class II. Learn the compliance steps, deadlines, and what changes for...

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Jared Clark
· 12 min read
Regulatory Compliance Mar 26, 2026

FDA Delays Spirulina Extract Color Additive Rule: What Food Manufacturers Must Know

FDA delayed the effective date of its spirulina extract color additive expansion rule. Learn what changed, key deadlines, and compliance steps for food...

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Jared Clark
· 11 min read
Compliance Mar 25, 2026

ISO 13485 Internal Audit Checklist: Clause-by-Clause Guide

Master your ISO 13485 internal audit with our clause-by-clause checklist. Avoid nonconformities, pass first time, and stay audit-ready. Get expert guidance.

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Jared Clark
· 13 min read
Compliance Mar 23, 2026

Sterile Medical Device Manufacturing: ISO 13485 Process Validation Guide

Master ISO 13485 process validation for sterile medical devices. Learn IQ, OQ, PQ protocols, sterilization requirements & audit strategies. Expert guide by...

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Jared Clark
· 14 min read
Compliance Mar 22, 2026

ISO 13485 Supplier Controls: Qualification, Monitoring & Purchasing

Master ISO 13485 supplier controls — qualification, monitoring, and purchasing requirements. Expert guidance from Jared Clark to pass your next audit. Learn...

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Jared Clark
· 14 min read
Compliance Mar 21, 2026

Complaint Handling Under ISO 13485: Intake to Reporting

Master ISO 13485 complaint handling from intake to MDR reporting. Expert guidance on clause 8.2.2 requirements, workflows, and audit-ready documentation.

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Jared Clark
· 13 min read
Compliance Mar 17, 2026

ISO 13485 Software Validation: IEC 62304 & CSV Guide

Master ISO 13485 software validation requirements. Learn how IEC 62304 and CSV intersect, what auditors check, and how to build a compliant validation strategy.

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Jared Clark
· 12 min read
Strategy Mar 16, 2026

ISO 13485 for Medical Device Startups: Building a QMS from Scratch

Learn how medical device startups can build an ISO 13485-compliant QMS from scratch. Expert guidance on phasing, documentation, and first-time audit success.

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Jared Clark
· 11 min read
Regulatory Compliance Mar 13, 2026

FDA QMSR: What It Means for ISO 13485 Compliance

The FDA QMSR aligns 21 CFR Part 820 with ISO 13485. Learn what changed, what it means for your QMS, and how to prepare. Expert guidance from Certify Consulting.

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Jared Clark
· 13 min read
Quality Management Systems Mar 11, 2026

CAPA for Medical Devices: ISO 13485 Corrective & Preventive Action

Master CAPA under ISO 13485. Learn corrective and preventive action requirements, root cause methods, and audit-ready documentation. Expert guidance inside.

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Jared Clark
· 13 min read
Design & Development Mar 07, 2026

Design Controls Demystified: ISO 13485 Clause 7.3 Guide

Master ISO 13485 clause 7.3 design controls with practical implementation steps, templates, and expert tips. Learn what auditors look for. Free guidance.

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Jared Clark
· 16 min read
Regulatory Strategy Mar 07, 2026

How ISO 13485 Supports Your FDA 510(k) Submission

Learn how ISO 13485 certification strengthens your FDA 510(k) submission. Practical guidance from a consultant with 200+ clients and a 100% first-time audit...

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Jared Clark
· 12 min read
Risk Management Mar 07, 2026

Integrating ISO 14971 with ISO 13485: Risk Management Guide

Learn how ISO 14971 and ISO 13485 work together for medical device risk management. Practical integration strategies from a certified QMS expert.

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Jared Clark
· 15 min read
ISO 13485 Certification Mar 07, 2026

ISO 13485 Certification Cost: What to Budget

Learn what ISO 13485 certification actually costs — from gap assessments to surveillance audits. Budget breakdowns, timelines, and expert guidance from Certify...

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Jared Clark
· 12 min read
Standards & Compliance Mar 07, 2026

ISO 13485 vs. ISO 9001: Why Medical Devices Need the Specialized Standard

ISO 9001 isn't enough for medical devices. Learn why ISO 13485 is required, what's different, and how to choose the right standard. Expert guide by Jared Clark.

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Jared Clark
· 13 min read

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