About
HeartWare Inc, also known as HeartWare International, Inc., is a medical device company based in Framingham, Massachusetts. The company specializes in developing and manufacturing miniaturized implantable heart pumps, particularly ventricular assist devices (VADs) for patients with advanced heart failure. HeartWare operates facilities in Miami Lakes, Florida; Arden Hills, Minnesota; and Hannover, Germany. The flagship product is the HeartWare Ventricular Assist System (HVAD System), which includes a continuous flow blood pump designed to provide circulatory support by pumping up to 10 liters of blood per minute. This system is designed for implantation adjacent to the heart, eliminating the need for abdominal surgery. HeartWare's products are regulated as Class III medical devices by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), ensuring rigorous oversight of their design, manufacturing, and safety. HeartWare serves hospitals, cardiac surgery centers, and healthcare providers focused on advanced heart failure treatment. In 2016, the company was acquired by Medtronic, enhancing its capabilities in the circulatory support sector and integrating its innovative devices into a broader range of heart failure treatments.
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- Employees120
- Founded2004
- Annual Revenue$262500000
- Total Funding$234346250
Location
500 Old Connecticut Path, Framingham, Massachusetts, United States, 01701-4569
