Build the future of our profession by nominating a medical supply chain emerging leader. By Wyeth Ruthven, Director of Congressional and Public Relations, HIDA Healthcare distribution is a dynamic and rewarding profession. Professionals in the healthcare supply chain are essential in optimizing the flow of goods, reducing costs, and improving the efficiency of healthcare … [Read more...]

Owens & Minor Foundation, HOPE partner to support U.S. service members and military families. By Pete Mercer The Owens & Minor Foundation and Hope for the Warriors (HOPE) announced a collaboration that would support HOPE’s clientele – active U.S. servicemembers, veterans, and military families. Through this partnership, Owens & Minor has an opportunity to come … [Read more...]

Intermountain Health expands partnership with Story Health Intermountain Health, one of the nation’s premier not-for-profit health systems, announced an expanded relationship with Story Health, a digital health company transforming specialty care delivery, that will increase patient access to Intermountain’s nationally-recognized cardiology care across the health … [Read more...]

A new hope, or slippery slope, for supply chain? By R. Dana Barlow Editor’s note: This article originally appeared in The Journal of Healthcare Contracting, a sister publication of Repertoire Magazine. Before the turn of the millennium many either feared or desired the term “alternate site” in the healthcare market. Those who feared it generally worked in acute care … [Read more...]

Diagnostic medical sonography plays a key role in better clinical outcomes for patients across a wide array of health conditions. By Jenna Hughes Ultrasound (sonogram) is the most utilized form of diagnostic imaging available after X-ray, according to the Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (SDMS). Doctors order ultrasounds for women, men, and children to gain … [Read more...]

Supply chain leaders share how they are tackling industry issues with forward-thinking solutions. By Pete Mercer The challenges the healthcare industry faces daily are nothing new – anyone who works in healthcare can tell you it comes with the territory. No challenge is insurmountable though – it’s all about finding creative ways to face those challenges headfirst. At … [Read more...]

Pediatricians are raising the alarm on the negative effects of screens and online media on children’s health. With the rise of social media and sophisticated and targeted online advertising, screen time has become increasingly engaging and pervasive, said Natalie D. Muth, MD, MPH, RDN, FAAP, FACSM. Screentime has greater risk to negatively impact the knowledge, attitudes, … [Read more...]

How providers aim to improve healthcare accessibility with mobile clinics. By Pete Mercer As the healthcare industry continues to evolve, providers need to be prepared to evolve with it. One of the most recent evolutions in the delivery of care is the mobile health clinic, a sort of ‘clinic-in-a-car’ approach to providing patients with the care they need. Motor vehicles, … [Read more...]

The National Council for Mental Wellbeing advocates for equity in mental health and substance abuse treatment. By Jenna Hughes Ongoing post-pandemic social challenges have resulted in increased mental health and substance abuse issues across the U.S. Mental illnesses are among one the most common health conditions in the country. According to the Centers for Disease … [Read more...]

How integrating behavioral health services into primary care could yield better clinical outcomes. The head and the body are one connected system and should be treated as such, said Diane Powers, MA, MBA. “We know from many research studies that behavioral health conditions worsen medical conditions and vice versa,” she said. “It makes sense to treat them together.” That … [Read more...]