• 2025-06-03 06:29:29

Thailand's medical tourism industry offers a unique blend of affordable, high-quality healthcare and a captivating tourist experience. Patients worldwide are attracted by the diverse range of medical specialties, advanced technology, and international accreditation of Thai medical facilities. The country's growing demand for medical devices and supportive government policies further solidify its position as a leading medical tourism destination.

• 2025-05-27 10:33:43

Join Qualtech at Medical Taiwan 2025. Connect with regulatory experts for guidance on medical device registration, local representation, and compliance in the Asia-Pacific markets.

• 2025-04-24 03:49:40

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has introduced updated regulatory requirements, effective from July 1, 2024, for medical devices containing medicinal, microbial, recombinant, or animal-origin substances. These changes aim to streamline classification rules, update labelling requirements, and broaden the recognition of international regulatory approvals, thereby reducing unnecessary regulatory burdens while maintaining safety standards.

• 2025-03-25 10:37:19

The Thai FDA updated its change notification guidelines, effective 15 January 2025, focusing on model additions/removals and importer/manufacturer info updates for both IVD and non-IVD devices. The update allows modifications to groupings when adding or removing products within the same application. Additionally, adding models is now classified as a Major Change, requiring an extensive documentation.

• 2025-02-20 11:17:07

From January 4, 2025, onwards, Thai FDA has tightened medical device advertising rules to prevent misleading claims. Advertisements must align with approved product information, specify target audiences, and include required disclaimers. Stricter enforcement measures target misleads advertising, especially for dermal fillers. Likewise Consumers shall verify approved products on the Thai FDA's website, updated on a weekly bases.

• 2025-02-20 11:06:06

The Thai FDA has launched a priority track for 6 types of medical devices targeting Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), enabling faster approval for essential healthcare solutions. This initiative is designed to ensure quicker access to vital healthcare solutions, providing medical device companies with faster market entry for devices targeting public health challenges.

• 2025-02-20 10:48:19

In 2025, the Thai FDA reinstated the auto approval system for specific Class 1 medical devices with additional conditions. The new "Positive List" identifies eligible devices by their GMDN generic names, expediting approvals while others require manual review.

• 2025-01-22 03:13:13

On January 1st, 2025, the Vietnam Ministry of Health issued Decree No. 04/2025/NĐ-CP, extending the validity of import licenses for medical devices until June 30, 2025. This decree updates Clause 2, 3, and 4 of Article 76 in Decree No. 98/2021/ND-CP, as amended by Decree No. 07/2023/ND-CP. These changes aim to allow businesses to continue operations without interruption and ensure smooth operations in medical device management.

• 2024-12-16 09:42:20

South Korea is transforming healthcare with AI, enabling personalized nutrition, early disease detection, and proactive health management. AI systems, like one that diagnosed lung cancer with 94% accuracy, showcase its potential. The technology also accelerates drug development, opening new opportunities for AI-powered medical device companies.

• 2024-12-16 07:05:36

Thai FDA has updated its guidance on the registration of Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) medical devices. Key revisions include new requirements for establishment licensing, compliance with advertising regulations, and enhanced cybersecurity measures. The updated guidance offers stakeholders a clear framework for classification criteria, document preparation, and post-market responsibilities.