Nominees for the Prix Galien USA Awards were Announced Today

The nominees for the 15th annual Prix Galien USA Awards for most innovative medical equipment were revealed today by the Galien Foundation. The organization accepts nominations for its annual Prix Galien prizes, which honor devices, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical items to enhance people’s lives.

Sue Desmond-Hellmann, chair of the Prix Galien USA and Prix Galien International Award committees, said, “The Awards Committee is excited to introduce the nominees for the 2021 Prix Galien USA Awards. These products have been created by scientists who have dedicated their lives to discovering, developing and distributing life-saving answers for patients. We appreciate the opportunity to honor these researchers and their tireless efforts.”

Nominees must have received FDA approval for the market during the last five years and shown a significant impact on healthcare. According to the organization, the winners will be announced at the Prix Galien USA Awards in New York City in October. They will follow CDC and WHO recommendations in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.The Galien Foundation chairperson Bruno Cohen commented, “These nominations reflect our celebration of 50 years of the Prix Galien Awards and the accomplishments made in striving to better the situation of human health.” “On October 28, we look forward to celebrating these nominees and all of their achievements.

The organization has nominated 18 medical devices, 21 biotechnology goods, 34 pharmaceutical agents, and ten digital health products for this year’s awards. An intraocular lens to a venous stent system is among the top medical gadgets. According to the Galien Foundation, the 18 most innovative medical devices of 2021 are listed below.