The World Health Organization (WHO) has introduced an online platform called MeDevIS

MeDevIS Platform

• World's first central hub for medical device information.
• Supports decision-making on selecting, buying, and using medical devices.
• Replaces confusing searches through various publications with a single platform.
• Aims to simplify medical device naming through two international systems:
  • European Medical Device Nomenclature (EMDN)
  • Global Medical Device Nomenclature (GMDN)

Benefits

• Easier registration, procurement, and tracking of devices.
• Informs national policies for buying medical equipment.
• Assists agencies with health insurance and patient reimbursement.