Healthcare Purchasing News

2005年

Worth repeating (-)

CDC issues guidelines for infection reporting (-)

3M (-)

Mobile Instrument Service & Repair Inc (-)

Unethical business practices in U.S. healthcare alarm physician leaders (-)

Healing patients through healthcare interior design Jeannie Akridge (-)

STERIS (-)

ALCON (-)

It's time? (-)

Increased likelihood of extension of specialty hospital moratorium (-)

Transforming your equipment management process with RFID Dan Neuwirth (-)

Catheter securement device provides substantial cost savings Robert Inbornone (-)

Device packaging (-)

UM researchers present topical delivery cancer treatment (-)

Dornoch medical systems (-)

Infection-tracking technology (-)

Antimicrobial prophylaxis for prevention of SSIs Cynthia T. Crosby (-)

Auto ID tug-of-war: bar coding vs. RFID: hospitals letting the chips fall where they may: after bar coding will RFID earn its stripes in the healthcare supply chain? First of two parts Rick Dana Barlow (-)

Make way for freebates! Rick Dana Barlow (-)

Medi-Plus? (-)

Standing technology (-)

Healthcare products (-)

IAHCSMM website gets facelift, name change (-)

Regent medical (-)

Great expectations: hospitals find FDA regs build stronger case for reprocessing Julie E. Williamson (-)

Antimicrobial hand wipes (-)

HIDA releases Hospital Procurement Study (-)

Compression therapy concepts (-)

Interconnect cords (-)

Transcutaneous monitor (-)

Accelerating set turnaround; establising a case cart system Ray Taurasi (-)

NosoControl (-)

Examination gloves (-)

West Nile virus DNA vaccine enters human trial (-)

Report: gain sharing could cause negative results (-)

Muddy study Christopher Baskel (-)

Latex-free tourniquet (-)

Anti-counterfeiting technology (-)

Andover Coated Products, Inc (-)

Medi-flex (-)

Cohesive bandage (-)

Combination vaccine helps protect adolescents against whooping cough (-)

Shortage of specialists hurts hospitals who are forced to pay extra for ER calls (-)

Cost cunning Steve Cifranic (-)

Sharps safety products (-)

Orthopedic mallets (-)

Propper (-)

B braun (-)

Germicidal surface wipes (-)

Researchers work on anti-HIV contraceptive gel (-)

Federal authorities seize prescription drugs from distributors (-)

Ivory tower Terry K. Cox (-)

Surface disinfectant wipes (-)

Scalpel handle (-)

Ruhof (-)

Donovan industries (-)

Visually branded surgical gowns (-)

More gain, less pain: alternative methods of drug delivery Susan Cantrell (-)

Ambulatory care coalition reaches consensus on "starter set" of performance measures (-)

The new 'standard' for aseptic barrier materials: what it means to the infection control practitioner Nathan L. Belkin (-)

Oral care technology (-)

RFID tagging (-)

GOJO (-)

Standard Malaysian Glove (-)

Personal respiratory protection (-)

More criteria needed to classify inpatient rehabilitation facilities (-)

Financing of long-term care services expected to strain federal and state budgets (-)

RFID produces a cost effective patient/staff safety model (-)

Heart monitoring device (-)

Moisturizing bar (-)

Terumo (-)

Bemis (-)

Surgical hand scrub (-)

Nursing experts unite to create value in healthcare (-)

Medicare pay-for-performance demonstration shows significant quality of care improvement (-)

RFID in healthcare: a panacea for the regulations and issues affecting the industry? James Reiner (-)

Drug containment system (-)

Safety scalpel (-)

Healthmark (-)

3M health care (-)

New developments in the infection control war: small world networks and battles on the homefront Jeannie Akridge (-)

Balancing technology and reimbursement issues in cardiovascular PPI Eileen McGinnity (-)

Kimberly-Clark responds to increases in natural rubber latex exam glove supply chain costs (-)

Changing times require changing strategic direction Robert T. Yokl (-)

Worth repeating (-)

Alcohol foam skin cleanser (-)

Contract management strategies: pros offer more than 100 useful tips to help you make a difference Rick Dana Barlow (-)

Professional Disposables International—PDI (-)

Site dressing (-)

What do we look for daily but don't really want to find? Positive BIs Rose Seavey (-)

Up close with Bill McFaul: McFaul calls for more value in value analysis with new association Rick Dana Barlow (-)

Fast stats (-)

Why teams matter in healthcare: 7 characteristics define successful teams Joe Colonna (-)

Information Control (-)

MedAssets?: flexible approach. Custom solutions (-)

3M Health Care (-)

AHRMM: Association for Healthcare Resource & Materials Management of the American Hospital Association (-)

Modular drawer cabinets (-)

Par Excellence: always the next generation in supply chain management (-)

Auto ID tug-of-war: bar coding vs. RFID: eliminating closet chaos and tracking tribulations: last of two parts Rick Dana Barlow (-)

Medical grade paper bags (-)

Mobile Instrument (-)

Praxair? Healthcare Services (-)

Malaysian Rubber Export Promotion Council (-)

Personal washcloths (-)

Weight limits on devices and sets? washing instruments in the scrub sink? Ray Taurasi (-)

New tool for self assessment of antithrombotic therapy (-)

AHRQ funds over $8 million for evidence-based safety (-)

AmFab, Inc (-)

B/ Braun: sharing expertise (-)

Mobile Instrument Service & Repair Inc (-)

Identifying, reducing the risks of fiber, particulate contamination (-)

Lift chair (-)

Wet pack problem-solving for rigid sterilization containers Linda Clement (-)

2005 Materials Management Salary Survey shows slow, steady gains Jeannie Akridge (-)

Tools for emergency preparedness planning (-)

Worth repeating (-)

Ruhof (-)

Instrument Specialists, Inc? (-)

First aid kits (-)

Secretary Leavitt takes new steps to advance Health IT (-)

GAO report on specialty hospitals (-)

SR Instruments (-)

Propper (-)

ChloraPrep?: antiseptic skin prep (-)

Handheld inventory management system (-)

'When all else fails, read the directions': safely using disinfectants and sterilants Susan Cantrell (-)

Think you're a leader? Take our test to find out the truth: our leadership self assessment on materials management may open your eyes (-)

Stuck in a rut? 'Asymmetrical thinking' can spur CS success (-)

Ripe for recognition, resolute for readiness: administrative spotlight brightens ICP outlook (-)

New guidelines for the prevention and control of influenza released (-)

Rootin' for Rudy; respectful of Robert Rick Dana Barlow (-)

Patient safety and sterile processing Mary Velasco (-)

Fighting and managing ventilator-associated pneumonia Cynthia T. Crosby (-)

Sales versus scholarship in medical device procurement Eileen McGinnity (-)

Worth repeating (-)

Wetness in wrapped sets; handling biological indicators; CS licensing Ray Taurasi (-)

Up close with HealthTech's research team: gazing into the crystal ball of technology trends Rick Dana Barlow (-)

Addressing material handling injuries James M. Sheridan (-)

A review of current reprocessing guidelines for flexible endoscopes Greg Skorczewski (-)

Burning questions: when small device defects become big problems for patients and surgeons (-)

Central service then and now: the case of Boone Hospital Center Betty Vaughn (-)

New antibiotic for resistant bacteria (-)

IHA data reveal Pay for Performance program (-)

Healthcare carts and storage suppliers (-)

Study shows gold-colored bacteria more dangerous (-)

GAO reports on Medicare hospital outpatient drug prices (-)

Kaleida invests $1.1 million in new medication delivery system (-)

Panel urges HIV screening for all pregnancies (-)

Fast stats (-)

Super-oxygenated water may have potential to kill bacteria (-)

Are wraps getting the rap? Migrating to rigid container systems Susan Cantrell (-)

Studies show medical malpractice payouts not increasing (-)

Searching for managerial, leadership skills along the yellow brick road Walton Justice (-)

Push for perfection: carts, storage units stack up on security, safety, flexibility Julie E. Williamson (-)

Suite success: integrated operating rooms up the ante Jeannie Akridge (-)

Weight loss surgeries on the rise (-)

Barred and feathered Bruce R. Wray (-)

Strategies for improving supply chain management in perioperative services Tom Montanaro (-)

FDA halts expansion of network to monitor medical device safety (-)

Senators and hospital groups express support initiative promoting GPO transparency (-)

21st Century microorganisms: identifying emerging pathogens for environmental services David L. Taylor (-)

Worth repeating (-)

Examination light (-)

Consorta becomes first GPO to contract with UCC (-)

Orthopedic implant packaging (-)

Pipet disposal (-)

Indicators of sterility: mechanical, chemical, biological Susan Cantrell (-)

FDA sets new standards for tissue banks (-)

Disposable O.R. clean up system (-)

Exam gloves (-)

CDC issues draft of TB prevention guidelines (-)

Leapfrog Group releases latest hospital survey results (-)

Gyn. exam table converter (-)

Undercounter refrigerator (-)

Survey shows shortage of infection control staff can lead to costly infections (-)

Capgemini forecasts healthcare's top business issues for 2005 (-)

Laser guidance system (-)

Infusion ceiling system (-)

Routine database maintenance can lead to hospital treasure Rick Dana Barlow (-)

High Point adopts winning wound care program Page Redpath (-)

Smiths Medical acquires Medex for $925 million (-)

Die-cast pendant lights (-)

Diabetic insole (-)

Nanobiotechnology: will it deliver? Raju Adhikari (-)

Safety mitts (-)

RFID tag to prevent surgical errors (-)

Closing the safety loop with auto patient ID Jeannie Akridge (-)

No "manopoly" among supply chain-minded CEOs Rick Dana Barlow (-)

Electronic chair scale (-)

Security labels (-)

Blame the messenger, lose the war for maturity and respect Dale Montgomery (-)

Mobile OR imaging solution (-)

Massachusetts launches EMR initiative (-)

New treatment for angina and heart failure patients (-)

The bright lights in CS/SPD: HPN profiles five Central Service/Supply Processing and Distribution Department of the Year finalists Rick Dana Barlow (-)

Dressing for success: new wound care products aid healing, efficiencies Julie E. Williamson (-)

2010 Liz Veazey (-)

CR quality assurance tool (-)

Guidelines as educational tools for infection control Cynthia T. Crosby (-)

New study says wait before implanting defibrillators (-)

Fast stats (-)

Increase your span of effectiveness through strategic resource planning Tony A. Hall (-)

Fire alarm control panel (-)

Healthcare professionals must get on the same page Eileen McGinnity (-)

CEOs earn inaugural SURE Award for Supply Chain Excellence Rick Dana Barlow (-)

FDA announces new food-tracking rules (-)

Central Service: do you know who we are? Stephen M. Kovach (-)

Bariatric wheelchair (-)

CS' vital role in patient safety driven home at Fall Meeting (-)

Updates (-)

IAHCSMM to tap new educational approaches at Annual Meeting (-)

Walking boot (-)

Therapy bands (-)

Uniforms (-)

Antimicrobial-impregnated barrier products: added measure or unnecessary expense? Susan Cantrell (-)

7 reasons why most so-called 'value analysis programs' fail to produce double-digit savings results annually Robert T. Yokl (-)

IHI launches national campaign to save 100,000 lives in hospitals (-)

Tip protectors (-)

Thermal flusher disinfector (-)

Wireless systems: holy grail or trendy rabbit trail? Rick Dana Barlow (-)

Superbug closes down Vancouver hospital (-)

How to report problems with device manufacturers to the FDA (-)

Reflecting inward, outward to identify best practices Eileen McGinnity (-)

B Braun Medical (-)

Surgical gloves (-)

New form of breast cancer drug approved (-)

Flu-vaccine trial gets FDA clearance (-)

AHRMM reprocessing advisory (-)

How to avoid the 10 deadly sins of materials management Joe Colonna (-)

Bath tissue dispensing (-)

Medical light (-)

Genetic test can predict breast cancer relapse (-)

BD announces full release of medication maximizing syringe (-)

Fast stats (-)

Toshiba executive provides imaging outlook Raju Adhikari (-)

Worth repeating (-)

Endoscope case (-)

Bar code software (-)

Agility updates equipment management system for RFID (-)

Looking forward: arthroscopy gains leg up in OR Jeannie Akridge (-)

IBSA signs printing services agreement with Novation (-)

Rapid readout technology Gale Havrilla (-)

Traction boot (-)

Anesthesia carts (-)

Medication management (-)

Hospital saves $2.4 million with physician—engaged supply chain management Michael Palmer (-)

Alliance Medical receives 510K clearance for diamond drill burs (-)

Neoforma considering sale or merger (-)

Sharpness testing Alex Vrancich (-)

Instrument stringer (-)

Locker Specifier (-)

Study explores costs and benefits of robotically assisted cardiac surgery (-)

GPO members self-certify compliance with conduct code (-)

How to achieve the promise of eCommerce Richard A. Perrin (-)

Champions of mediocrity get a lift at patients expense Rick Dana Barlow (-)

What are 10 best practices in healthcare? Robert T. Yokl (-)

Cardinal Health (-)

Neoforma? (-)

Latex free PE fluid impervious gown (-)

Instrument repair firms sharpen service offerings Julie E. Williamson (-)

GAO report on influenza pandemic (-)

Standard operating procedure for comfort and cost savings at Kaleida Health (-)

MedAssets (-)

Spectrum Surgical (-)

Stretchair?: safe, versatile patient care (-)

Alcon? (-)

Hard surface disinfectant (-)

Sick infants in hospital ICUs exposed to toxic levels (-)

Up close with John Amat from Kimberly-Clark Health Care: new marketing exec highlights where the rubber meets the road Rick Dana Barlow (-)

Fast stats (-)

SMG (-)

Strategies for improving supply chain management in perioperative services Tom Montanaro (-)

Detecto?: a division of Cardinal State Manufacturing Co (-)

Megadyne (-)

Wireless mobile computing workstation (-)

Optical, RF monitors set to re-shape glucose monitoring (-)

Sharp claims new technology can combat bird flu virus (-)

Patient monitors migrate into the mainstream: critical care tools expand boundaries Jeannie Akridge (-)

Keep track of macro issues with micro impact on the bottom line Eileen McGinnity (-)

Praxair (-)

STERIS? (-)

Spectrum?: surgical instruments, repairs, instrument accessories (-)

Florida hospital gets medical simulator baby (-)

Cleveland clinic rocks: health system succeeds beyond materials management's five o'clock world, garners 2005 honor Rick Dana Barlow (-)

Medline launches new cost management program (-)

Where's the value in value analysis committees? Robert T. Yokl (-)

Supermax (-)

Respirators (-)

Equipment survey spotlights communications gap (-)

Preventing HAIs: tips and tools you can use Susan Cantrell (-)

Engineers and health professionals should work together to address quality and cost of healthcare (-)

Total recall: what to do when 'good' devices go 'bad' Eileen McGinnity (-)

Ruhof (-)

Continuity LAP tester (-)

Strategic sourcing for capital equipment needs (-)

NY hospitals are asked to decontaminate water (-)

MedAssets acquires Med-Data Management (-)

Problems with inadequate manufacturer instructions? Take charge! (-)

Mobile Instrument (-)

Tourniquets (-)

A capital beacon: Baptist Health illuminates hospital model of the future Nancy Branom (-)

Topical silver an effective defense against growing MRSA threat (-)

Consorta launches group buy capital equipment program (-)

Up close but out of touch Claire E. Rupert (-)

3M (-)

Patient positioning products (-)

Making sense of used equipment terms Cathy Mighell (-)

Handwashing with soap halved pneumonia rates (-)

VHA introduces new tool to track and compare clinical improvement efforts (-)

Proper coding practices lead to standardization, savings Leanne Paine (-)

Regent Medical (-)

Infection control training program (-)

Asset management program benefits hospital (-)

New gown, drape features have O.R. staff covered Julie E. Williamson (-)

Nation's HMO profits increase 10.7 percent in 2004 (-)

Steam vapor for cleaning has New Jersey hospital seeing green Allen P. Rathey (-)

B Braun (-)

Data matrix decoder (-)

Defining moments (-)

NFPA accepts amendment on alcohol based surgical prep solutions (-)

Fast stats (-)

Outsourcing integrated pest management: choosing the right provider for a critical component of infection control Zia Siddiqi (-)

Steris (-)

Fluid-resistant shoe covers (-)

Getting help with equipment planning: going it alone may be an option, but it may not be the right option Rick Dana Barlow (-)

ICU patients at significant risk for adverse events and serious errors (-)

How quickly the tide turns Rick Dana Barlow (-)

Worth repeating (-)

IRSG (-)

Endoscope check device (-)

Germicidal cleaning agent for scopes? One chemical fits all disinfection? Ray Taurasi (-)

Up close with VHA's Curt Nonomaque: new chief glides revamped alliance through rough waters Rick Dana Barlow (-)

Fingertip pulse oximeter (-)

Parker laboratories (-)

Patient ID wristband (-)

Steam sterilization failure investigation: a systematic line of attack Linda Clement (-)

Navigating the heartland: cardiac cath lab and radiology remain ripe territory for supply chain management expertise Rick Dana Barlow (-)

Sterilization system (-)

Dukal (-)

Innovative solutions remedy storage issues in new Nebraska Heart Hospital Phyllis St. Michael (-)

Certification creates ladders of opportunity for CS/SPD Jeannie Akridge (-)

U.S. to offer free electronic records software systems to doctors (-)

Test pilots praise certification efforts Liz Veazey (-)

Dry heat sterilizer (-)

Moisture in rigid containers; classes of chemical indicators Ray Taurasi (-)

Fast stats (-)

Healthmark Industries (-)

Fan coil UVC kit (-)

Biofilms and infection Cynthia T. Crosby (-)

Kudos to companies responding to Hurricane Katrina needs (-)

Donovan (-)

Electronic pulse oxygen device (-)

Securing Foley catheters Cynthia T. Crosby (-)

One step forward, two steps back Rick Dana Barlow (-)

3 secrets to supply chain success unlocked Lynn James Everard (-)

Ruhof: an ISO registered firm (-)

Healthcare pillows (-)

Bowie-Dick testing Charles O. Hancock (-)

Straight dope on scopes Lawrence F. Muscarella (-)

B/Braun: sharing expertise (-)

Pressure transducer (-)

New childhood virus tied to respiratory infections (-)

Tray limit Doris Ruiter (-)

Stretchair?: safe, versatile patient care (-)

Safe and cost-effective disposal of infectious fluid waste James L. Dunn (-)

Tainted water at New York state park claims victims in 20 counties (-)

Points for presenting well Robert Meinertzhagen (-)

Electronic keyless lock (-)

Merger promises enhanced service for reprocessing customers (-)

Antimicrobial products strive for silver lining in preventing infections Susan Cantrell (-)

From contract to invoice: ensuring the best price is negotiated and paid Eileen McGinnity (-)

Fiberoptic light cables (-)

FDA supports rheumatoid arthritis drug, one-shot vaccine and inhaled form of insulin (-)

Fresh air: air purification systems meet multiple challenges Jeannie Akridge (-)

Hospital purchasing: fixing the kinks in the supply chain Kurt Kuehn (-)

Sterility assurance capabilities elevated with improved products: killing bugs with flying colors Julie E. Williamson (-)

Shelf indulgence: forecast: tomorrow's inventory management toolbox includes PDAs, RFID, wireless capabilities, WLAN connectivity and vendor-owned inventory Rick Dana Barlow (-)

Anti-microbial fabric duct (-)

M.R.I. accidents on the rise (-)

Understanding the real world of service contracts Woody Adams (-)

Worth repeating (-)

Cooling vest (-)

Group unveils new instrumentation course (-)

Triage tags (-)

Healthcare starter kit (-)

Beyond cleaning: reprocessing flexible GI endoscopes successfully Bradley Catalone (-)

CDC report on bioterrorism and mass casualty preparedness in U.S. hospitals (-)

Value analysis: a good idea, rejuvenated John P. Donahue (-)

Bariatric furniture (-)

Motorized bariatric stretcher-chair (-)

Preassembled Povidone iodine Spray (-)

Hospitals scan for new ways to broaden instrument management horizons Julie E. Williamson (-)

'Stomach pacemaker' shows promising weight loss results (-)

MedPAC backs extending specialty hospital moratorium, cutting hospital payments (-)

GPO accountability Scott Gammons (-)

Exam gloves (-)

Handheld pulse oximeter (-)

Respiratory carestation (-)

More than one Bowie Dick test daily? Is automated washing mandatory? Ray Taurasi (-)

Up close with Amerinet's Bud Bowen (-)

McKesson agrees to settle consolidated class action suit for $960 million (-)

Arguments for aloe Tripp Amdur (-)

Medical equipment catalog (-)

Oxygen regulator (-)

Self-stick, dry erase notes (-)

Catheter site dressings and infection control Cynthia T. Crosby (-)

Navigating through the RFP/PO process: is automation the only answer? Rick Dana Barlow (-)

Take two and call me in the morning Rick Dana Barlow (-)

Increase your span of effectiveness: develop a clinical business plan through your PET Tony A. Hall (-)

Blood bank analyzer (-)

Passive latch (-)

Surface wipe packaging (-)

Monitoring the steam sterilization process is not simple Gale Havrilla (-)

HIMSS named to 2005 Associations Advance America Honor Roll (-)

Navigating through the 'shadow market' to successful vendor negotiations Eileen McGinnity (-)

Sterilization-resistant labels (-)

Architectural entrances (-)

4th Annual Gloves Buyers Guide: the wave felt around the world (-)

F.D.A. may approve implant as depression treatment (-)

Definition of hospital supply 'savings' needed (-)

The importance of education: identifying truth and myths in infection control Darcy L. Helder (-)

Examination lights (-)

Bariatric products & equipment (-)

Using work teams and high efficiency vacuums to clean patient rooms James P. Connors (-)

New localized pain treatment system available (-)

AHA unveils goals for improving U.S. health system; urges stakeholder support (-)

Worth repeating (-)

Adult washcloths (-)

Weighty issues require careful planning Jeannie Akridge (-)

Reducing surgical fire risk Cynthia T. Crosby (-)

Up close with Neoforma's Bob Zollars: dot-com chief talks candidly about the rollercoaster ride of losing money, making money and saving money for healthcare facilities Rick Dana Barlow (-)

Bush budget proposes cuts for CDC, gains for local community health (-)

Infrared dispenser (-)

Enzymatic detergent (-)

Hospital sued over bariatric surgeries (-)

Sterile shelf life? Stacking sterilization containers? Plants in CPD lounge? Ray Taurasi (-)

Secrets to smart inventory control Rick Dana Barlow (-)

Selection of antiretroviral medications provided under U.S. emergency plan is limited (-)

Cleaning up after your dirty data Karyn Seitz (-)

Customizable TPE cords (-)

Exam gloves (-)

New technology optimizes joint replacement (-)

Ensuring effectiveness: monitoring washer-disinfectors Susan Cantrell (-)

Medicare drug aid to cost $720b over next decade (-)

Party like it's Y2K Rick Dana Barlow (-)

An issue of trust Robert H. Perry (-)

Laparoscopic electrodes (-)

Standing technology funding guide (-)

Lilly announces individual bar coding on all insulin vials (-)

Viruses/compounds added to list of cancer-agents (-)

Healthcare expense management experts release white paper on shared services (-)

An eye on CS cost constraints: IAHCSMM builds more value into member services (-)

Laboratory safety labeling (-)

Wall storage (-)

Skytron (-)

AACN has 6 steps to improve patient safety (-)

Medical liability system hinders improvements in patient safety (-)

Collaboration nets 17% annual savings in maintenance costs; $118,050 in first 3 years + potential $29,398 in equipment buys (-)

High-speed folder/inserter (-)

Computed Radiography (-)

In search of a software solution that works for you: it goes beyond a simple RFI or RFP Jamie C. Kowalski (-)

Medline (-)

Hospital infections kill more than AIDS, breast cancer, & traffic accidents (-)

CMS proposes e-prescribing standards (-)

Workstation (-)

Waste container (-)

Supermax (-)

'Smart' features make today's major surgical lighting systems shine Julie E. Williamson (-)

Medication safety report for hospitals shows improvement in every category (-)

Supplier diversity: corporate culture and supplier diversity Robert A. Scavone (-)

Wipe test fixture (-)

Steam sterilization integrator (-)

Regent Medical (-)

Sleep apnea screening test may allow quicker triage (-)

Fast stats (-)

Hill-Rom announces "Design Your Own" web site (-)

Curbell (-)

Mobile Instrument (-)

2005 Surgical Instruments Guide (-)

HIMSS analysis of CPOE study: implemented correctly, CPOE can help reduce medical errors (-)

FDA's Drug Safety Initiative: protecting investors more than patients? Jason McKinnie (-)

A word on going green (-)

Instrument Specialists, Inc (-)

Raven Biological Laboratories (-)

More hospitals scoping out integrated endoscopy suites Julie E. Williamson (-)

Former HHS Secretary Tommy Thompson named president of Logistics Health Inc (-)

MEDI-PLUS? (-)

Skin check guide helps hospitals meet guidelines, reduce clinical workload (-)

Stretchair Patient Transport Systems (-)

Bemis (-)

Preventing diabetes-related hospitalizations could save $2.5 billion annually (-)

Senate committee approves bill to establish medical error reporting database (-)

GPO accountability—Part 2 John E. Siedlinski (-)

Filter removal; sterilizer validation Ray Taurasi (-)

Medi-Flex (-)

Skytron (-)

Drug-coated stent devices show positive results (-)

Tenet agrees to settle unfair pricing class-action lawsuits with consumers (-)

Group duped David C. Brabham (-)