Although medical device conglomerates drew readers’ interest this week, a significantly smaller company captured the most attention. The buyout of Isometric Holdings Inc.—parent company to Isometric Micro Molding Inc. and Isometric Tool & Design Inc.—was the most-read story for the past seven days. Founded in 1990, the New Richmond, Wis.-based micro molding and micro automated assembly company is now being led by CEO Donna Bibber, former vice president of Business Development, and President Wayne Shakal, former vice president of operations. 

The runner-up news item was General Electric’s long-anticipated intention to spin off its Healthcare business into an independent company. Not surprising, considering the spate of recent spinoffs lately; with J&J’s announcement on Nov. 12 that its Consumer division would separate from the Medical Devices and Pharmaceutical businesses, these stories will likely continue to draw readers.


1. Isometric Holdings Inc. Acquired by its Leadership Team


2. GE Healthcare to Become Standalone Firm


3. Class Action Lawsuit Filed Against Medtronic Canada Over MiniMed Insulin Pumps


4. Philips to Acquire Cardiac Monitoring Firm Cardiologs


5. Integer to Acquire Oscor for $220M