Medica, one of the world’s largest and most significant trade fairs for medical technology and the healthcare industry, takes place every year in mid-November at the Düsseldorf Exhibition Centre. The five spheres at the event include: Laboratory Technology and Diagnostics, Medical Technology and Electromedicine, Consumer Goods and Consumables, Physiotherapy and Orthopaedic Technology, as well as IT Systems and IT Solutions. The supporting program of accompanying specialist forums and conferences focuses on important trend topics such as increasing connectivity in healthcare provision, applications based on artificial intelligence or robotics, and supporting systems in medical use. Photo: Messe Düsseldorf/Tillmann.

This 15.6-inch tablet PC is designed specifically for use in endoscopic procedures. It combines state-of-the-art image processing with artificial intelligence, enabling precise and rapid analysis during the examination. The device delivers 4K image quality in real time—with a delay of less than 10 milliseconds. This allows surgeons and doctors to maintain a clear overview at all times, even during complex procedures. Find out more at Estone Technology; Hall 15, Stand E41. Photo: Messe Düsseldorf/Tillmann.

The ‘Miamind’ therapy system from Swiss start-up Bottneuro opens up new possibilities in individualized neuromodulation. Based on an MRI scan, a custom-made 3D helmet is created for patients, which positions up to 32 electrodes precisely on the surface of the skull. This allows electrical stimulation techniques such as tDCS (transcranial direct current stimulation) and tACS (transcranial alternating current stimulation) to be used in a targeted manner to modulate neural networks. At the same time, an integrated EEG allows continuous monitoring and documentation of the success of the therapy. The application is particularly aimed at people with Alzheimer’s disease, stroke sequelae, and depression. Learn more at Bottneuro; Hall 12 in the Medica Start-Up Park. Photo: Messe Düsseldorf/Tillmann.

Wearables (i.e., small, portable devices) have become an integral part of everyday life and are also gaining ground in the healthcare sector. At the large Wearable Technologies joint stand—the WT Show in Hall 12—approximately 45 companies are showcasing exciting innovations that are already on the market or will be used in the healthcare sector in the near future. Charmcare (South Korea) is presenting its H2-BP, the world’s first and smallest portable blood pressure monitor, at the WT stand. The device looks like a smartwatch, weighs 46g, and is therefore very comfortable to wear for 24-hour blood pressure measurement for diagnostic purposes. Learn more at Wearable Technologies AG; Hall 12, Stand C31. Photo: Messe Düsseldorf/Tillmann.

KUKA is demonstrating how the certified robotics component LBR Med is used by international development teams for highly specialized applications in medicine. The finalists of the “KUKA Innovation Award 2025” (award ceremony on Wednesday, November 19 at 11 AM) will be presented. These include two projects that set new standards in spinal surgery and medical imaging. The international ULTRATOPIA team from KU Leuven in Belgium and Balgrist University Hospital in Switzerland will present a collaborative multi-robot system that makes the placement of pedicle screws significantly more precise and safer. A robot arm equipped with ultrasound provides image data that precisely controls a second robot arm during drilling during spinal surgery. This reduces registration errors, takes physiological movements into account, and improves surgical outcomes in the long term. The German development team HERMIS, a spin-off of the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems, is showcasing the world’s first robot-assisted, portable MRI system. The aim is to make high-quality imaging available even in smaller clinics and in regions with limited resources. The Human Endovascular Robotic Magnetic Imaging System uses robotic control to expand low-field MRI technology, enabling versatile diagnostics while reducing costs and maintaining high image quality. Learn more at KUKA; Hall 10, Stand A22. Photo: Messe Düsseldorf/Tillmann.