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Medtronic Simplera Sync sensors not available to order

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Dancelot

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I started with my new Medtronic 780G with Simplera Sync (funded) just under a month go and have not been able to order any replacement Simplera Sync sensors. It doesn't help that 3 of the sensors in the starter pack were 'faulty' and failed after a couple of days.

Having spoken to Medtronic this morning and they have such a huge backlog of requests for the sensors, all orders have been cancelled – with no notification.

Anyone with a new Medtronic pump has been de-prioritised in favour of pediatrics (which is the right thing to do if there is a shortage) and they have no idea when they will be available to order again.

What is frustrating that they are pushing this product with no means to deliver it.

I have enjoyed the closed loop system for a few weeks, but back to trusty Libre for me (which is much more reliable) just a shame it doesn't connect to the pump!
 
I know I got an email this morning saying that the rollout has been delayed for those of us still waiting, so yes I was a bit disappointed about it since I do have quite a few G4 failures, but I guess I may be lucky I'm still on the G4's since they say there is no problem supplying them
 
They make a lot of promises that in practice they then cannot keep, they must know how many people are currently on a 780g with G4 and that are eligible for Simplera so why they did not plan ahead and make sure they were way ahead with production before rolling it out to more people is beyond me :banghead: they can’t keep up with the demand and like @Rokaab has said they’ve paused the rollout to any current 780g users (myself included) it is definitely frustrating and I feel for those who have no other options than the Simplera as I can just continue to use my G4 until I’m able to finally upgrade

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I’m surprised Medtronic didn’t offer the previous G’s in lieu of the Simplera as they appear to have a good supply.

I would think there should be no NHS approval required with the G’s being presumably cheaper.
 
The G4's do require a transmitter and I'm pretty sure those are pricey - especially if only going to be used briefly rather than for their full years worth, maybe thats why
 
Rokaab said:
The G4's do require a transmitter and I'm pretty sure those are pricey - especially if only going to be used briefly rather than for their full years worth, maybe thats why
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That could well be an issue.

Also the required software upgrade for Simplera may render the G4’s unusable.

It would be worth asking as Medtronic clearly have some obligation here.
 
Thanks Peeps...nice to know there are others out there experiencing the same problem....I didn't even get an email...only found out because I called to chase as on the last one. They did say there was no problem supplying the G4 sensors, but unfortunately they are not NHS funded and I can't be bothered to get into all that. I'll just go back to using my libre (was kind of missing it anyway! ) until the supply issue resolves itself. At least I have only been using it for a few weeks. I have become used it it though.... And it is great (when the sensors work).

Marketing V's Reality!
 
We were due to start them today for my son and I emailed for the set up details and they just told us they’ve paused software updates. Now without a sensor, hoping Medtronic will send more G4s out to us quickly.
 
Hopefully things are flowing again I've been waiting for a replacement box of 5 for a few weeks now .They did send a single one i wasn't expecting. My quarterly supply has now been delivered today with a single box of 5 sensors plus the box of 5 I was owed. I log all sensor faults with batch and dates etc and ring them through when it gets to 5. I'm hoping the holdup was to improve the sensors and not get so many faulty ones.
 
Hello my fellow 780G users. I have been chasing Medtronic for the pump update and delivery of Simplera Sync sensors since January 2025. I keep asking RS Medtronic Advisors on a regular basis, considering it's been 6 month now. However, I am using G4 sensors and they are reliable for me, but I do think that any production issues or stock shortages for the Simplera Sync sensors must be resolved by now. I am wondering if self-funded users compared to NHS funded users are treated better.
 
Skysurfer1234 said:
Hello my fellow 780G users. I have been chasing Medtronic for the pump update and delivery of Simplera Sync sensors since January 2025. I keep asking RS Medtronic Advisors on a regular basis, considering it's been 6 month now. However, I am using G4 sensors and they are reliable for me, but I do think that any production issues or stock shortages for the Simplera Sync sensors must be resolved by now. I am wondering if self-funded users compared to NHS funded users are treated better.
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Hi, there is still a supply issue with Simplera. I had a training course this week to use G4 sensors instead until it is resolved, mentioned timescale was 6+ weeks. We were told there was a quality control issue (which makes sense as my sensors rarely lasted the stated 7 days) when they moved from hand-made to automated manufacturing. They are addressing this, which has caused the shortages. Glad to have an interim solution, they work the same, just more fiddly to set up. Also told there is a new manufacturing facility being built in Ireland.
 
Thank you for the update. So there is some hope. I never had the chance to try the Simplera. Let's keep our fingers crossed :)
 
Danny K said:
Thank you for the update. So there is some hope. I never had the chance to try the Simplera. Let's keep our fingers crossed :)
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Yes, to be honest, I'd rather they did spend the time getting the manufacturing right so the sensors are reliable. Being able to depend on them is key, it's so annoying when they fail within the first 24/48 hours.
 
Danny K said:
Hello my fellow 780G users. I have been chasing Medtronic for the pump update and delivery of Simplera Sync sensors since January 2025. I keep asking RS Medtronic Advisors on a regular basis, considering it's been 6 month now. However, I am using G4 sensors and they are reliable for me, but I do think that any production issues or stock shortages for the Simplera Sync sensors must be resolved by now. I am wondering if self-funded users compared to NHS funded users are treated better.
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Unfortunately, I was recently advised by my hospital’s diabetes consultant that I’m low priority for the Simplera, even when it’s back on stream again.

This may partly be that the G4’s work well with me.

It seems that the NHS in my area will understandably continue to prioritise pregnant and young patients as there are additional costs with the new Simplera technology.

It’s still something to look forward to though.
 
Dancelot said:
Yes, to be honest, I'd rather they did spend the time getting the manufacturing right so the sensors are reliable. Being able to depend on them is key, it's so annoying when they fail within the first 24/48 hours.
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Totally agree with you that the sensors must be reliable. My G4's are very good. Many years ago I had a trial run with Medtronics Elite sensors. The results they gave me were so far off that I stopped that very fast. But that was back with the Minimed Paradigm I think. No such thing as hybrid closed loop back then. I am so happy with the 780G / G4 system. Wouldn't want to live without it anymore. The Simplera would just be less complicated to put on.....a luxury problem...I admit
 
Dexta said:
Unfortunately, I was recently advised by my hospital’s diabetes consultant that I’m low priority for the Simplera, even when it’s back on stream again.

This may partly be that the G4’s work well with me.

It seems that the NHS in my area will understandably continue to prioritise pregnant and young patients as there are additional costs with the new Simplera technology.

It’s still something to look forward to though.
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Don't get me wrong, G4's are great and I agree with Dancelot that these gadgets must be reliable. I don't think there is much of a difference in price is there?
 
I've been on the 780G with simplera for 8 months now and all those manufactured this year are so much better. I now have a weekly alarm set to remind me to fit a new one 2hrs before the previous one expires. so I would expect supplies to greatly improve as people using them aren't needing constantly order replacements for those that die in 3 or so days. serial numbers that begin B50 are golden . even on the 7th day still read true so hopefully they can soon extend the life to 10 or 14 days.
 
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