Notice concerning registration after adjustment of classification of medical devices — March 5, 2012 *

China - April 16 2012
If a medical device was originally registered under a higher-level classification and is now subject to a lower-level classification, the registration certificates will continue to be valid.

Co-authors: Jay J. Yan, Amy Yin, Mao Rong, Gordon B. Schatz.

Wholly owned hospitals established by Hong Kong and Macau service providers permitted in all major Chinese cities – March 30, 2012 *

China, Hong Kong, Macau - April 16 2012
According to China’s MOH, as of April 1, Hong Kong and Macau service providers may set up wholly owned hospitals in Beijing, Shanghai, Tianjin, Chongqing, and capitals of all provinces and autonomous regions in the mainland.

Co-authors: Jay J. Yan, Amy Yin, Mao Rong, Gordon B. Schatz.