Medical Technologies Advisory Committee (MTAC) meeting

19 December 2024

via Zoom

Draft Agenda

The meeting will take place via Zoom, a secure web conferencing tool.

This meeting will run from 9:30am to 4:30pm, although timings may be subject to change. You will receive your invitation and joining link for each topic you have registered for once registration closes. You will be able to join at the time stated on your invite.

Please note that this agenda is subject to change before the meeting.

  1. Welcome and introduction to format of meeting – Part 1 only (open session)
  2. Apologies – Part 1 only (open session)
  3. Any other business – Part 1 only (open session)
  4. Minutes from the last committee meeting held on Thursday 21 November 2024 – Part 1 only (open session)
  5. Late Stage Assessment (LSA) of GID-HTE10050 Bed frames for adults in acute settings - Manufacturers: Apex, Arjo, Baxter, Benmor medical, Direct Healthcare, Drive De Vilbiss, Innova, Linet, Medstrom, OSKA, Stryker and Talley Group
    • 5.1. Introduction by Jacob Brown – Part 1 only (open session)
    • 5.2. Declaration of interests – Part 1 only (open session)
    • 5.3. Presentation by the topic lead team - Lead Committee member for economics Avril McCarthy and Lead Committee Member for clinical effectiveness Evelyn Otunbade (SCM) – Part 1 AND part 2a (open and closed session)
    • 5.4. Agreement on the content of the Late Stage Assessment Guidance – Part 2b only (closed session)

  6. Late Stage Assessment (LSA) of GID-HTE10051 Slide sheets for repositioning or moving a person - Manufacturers: Arjo UK, Nordic Care Services Ltd, Rexyn Ltd, Stryker Howmedica (E Direct), Sumed International, MIP UK Limited, Baxter Healthcare Limited, ETAC Ltd, Interweave Textiles
    6.1. Introduction by Jacob Brown – Part 1 only (open session)
    6.2. Declaration of interests – Part 1 only (open session)
    6.3. Presentation by the topic lead team - Lead Committee member for economics Elizabeth Ann Schroeder and Lead Committee Member for clinical effectiveness Helen Vosper (SCM) – Part 1 AND part 2a (open and closed session)
    6.4. Agreement on the content of the Late Stage Assessment Guidance – Part 2b only (closed session)

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Important information on how to register

  • Click on the registration links at the bottom of the page, for each topic you would like to observe, and complete the Zoom registration form. Please register with your full name as this is how it will be displayed during the committee meeting and please choose ‘Public observer’ as the attendee type.
  • You must use the email address that you are registering with to join the meeting. Please ensure you type in the correct address. Also check that if you are using a work email address, that it supports the use of Zoom. If in doubt, use a personal email address.
  • Registration will close at 4:00pm on Thursday 12 December 2024.
  • You will receive your joining link 1-2 days before the meeting with the time you need to join. You must click on the link to join, NOT use the ID and password.
  • Please keep the joining link in a safe and in an accessible place for the meeting to minimise any delay on the day.
  • Joining instructions will also be sent to you 1-2 days before the meeting.
  • We will not be able to accept any late requests or name changes after registration closes.
  • As a public observer, you will be able to listen to the business of the meeting, except where confidential information is being discussed. However, you will not be able to participate in the committee's discussions or ask questions, take part in voting, or put your views to the members of the committee.
  • Please read through our common questions and answers about meetings in public document for further information on virtual meetings.

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    REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED

    As you are registering directly on Zoom, your place is guaranteed so you will not receive a confirmation or approval email. Please make sure you note the meeting date/time in your diary, and you will receive your Zoom joining links and further instructions 1-2 days before the meeting.

    Date and time of next meeting 

    The next meeting will take place on Thursday 16 January 2024 at 9:00am via Zoom.

    Please note all timings are approximate.