Diabetech - Diabetes Tech, Research, News Inside Medtronic‘s New Instinct CGM & What's Next
Dec 8, 2025
Laura Endres, Senior VP at Medtronic Diabetes, shares exciting insights about the new Instinct CGM. This 15-day, no-calibration sensor integrates seamlessly with the 780G insulin pump and highlights Medtronic's partnership with Abbott. Laura offers a live demo, showcasing its user-friendly applicator. She compares Instinct with Simplera, discusses future pump innovations, and emphasizes the importance of customer choice in sensor technology. Plus, get a glimpse of upcoming features like customizable alerts and global rollout plans!
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Simplera's Optional Calibrations
- Simplera Sync also doesn't require calibrations but allows optional calibrations.
- Laura Endres said some customers prefer optional calibrations for specific moments.
Use The MiniMed App For Unified Data
- Instinct integrates into the existing MiniMed app and pump so users see insulin and sensor data together.
- Use the MiniMed app (and pump) to keep diabetes management consolidated and simple.
Pen Ecosystem Will Share Instinct Data
- MiniMed Go (InPen with Instinct) will use OneApp to deliver smart dosing and CGM integration when approved.
- Laura Endres said the same sensor will support both 780G and the upcoming pen ecosystem.