Certifications for medical devices
Everywhere in the world, strict rules apply to medical devices and to companies concerned with their development, manufacture, sales and reconditioning. With its long years of experience as a certification body and notified body, TÜV NORD offers comprehensive service from one source - for safe access to national and international markets.
In detail, our range of services includes:
- Conformity assessment procedures according to European Directives 93/42/EEC (active/non-active medical devices)
- Certification of quality management systems for the European market according to EN ISO 13485
- Safety tests in our own laboratory
- Creation of expert’s reports
Target groups for certification
This service is directed at national and internationally active
- medical device manufacturers
- sales organizations and logistics companies
- specialists such as dental technicians, hearing aid manufacturers, orthopedic technicians, orthopedic shoe manufacturers, opticians, pharmacists, dentists and dental laboratories
- service providers such as European medical representatives or contract sterilizing companies
- service providers such as central sterilization locations in hospitals, doctors‘ surgeries or operating theatre units
Benefits of certification
Demonstrable fulfilment of the relevant legal requirements is a prerequisite for the marketing of medical devices. The TÜV NORD certificate, which is recognized and respected throughout the world, offers reliable proof that organizations fulfil their duty of care and adhere to high safety standards, which is an invaluable support when entering markets. The wide-ranging competence of TÜV NORD as regards the requirements of specific countries ensures smooth-running procedures; our worldwide network means that we are always near at hand, reacting rapidly to your needs.
Preconditions for certification
Depending on the conformity assessment procedure selected, the organization to be certified must either have established an effective quality management system or must fulfil the technical prerequisites for a product inspection. Please refer to our comprehensive brochure regarding possible conformity assessment procedures for different product classes for more detailed information.
Our know-how for your success
TÜV NORD is a well-established and reliable partner for inspection and certification services throughout the world. Our experts and auditors have extensive knowledge based on experience and are in general permanently employed by TÜV NORD. This guarantees independence and neutrality, and also means that we can offer continuity in supporting our clients. The benefit to you is clear: our auditors accompany and support the development of your company and provide you with objective feedback.
TÜV NORD Whitepaper on Implementation of ISO 9001 in Hospital Management System: A Narrative Literature Review
Implementation of ISO 9001 in Hospital Management System: A Narrative Literature Review
Certification and accreditation, as common approaches to ensuring quality and safety in healthcare, are often the subject of debate regarding their effectiveness. This presents a significant challenge to policymakers and managers, as the implementation of these systems can have diverse impacts on organizations. This literature study, therefore, holds the potential to provide valuable insights into how external factors initiate and influence organizational change and internal processes of understanding during the ISO 9001 certification journey, offering hope for improved practices and outcomes.