October 11, 2024- QuidelOrtho Corporation announces the appointment of Jonathan Siegrist, PhD, as its new Executive Vice President of Research and Development (R&D) and Chief Technology Officer (CTO), effective as of October 7, 2024. Siegrist brings a wealth of industry expertise and leadership experience with over 15 years in molecular diagnostics, microfluidic … [Read more...]

October 10, 2024- Baxter provided a recent update regarding bringing the North Cove facility back online and helping to ensure ongoing supply to patients are top priorities. Below is an update on Baxter's supply continuity: Allocations: As previously shared, Baxter is advancing multiple paths to help ensure we are appropriately managing inventory and minimizing disruption … [Read more...]

October 10, 2024- Henry Schein, Inc. reminds its customers in Florida and all areas in the projected path of Hurricane Milton that the Henry Schein Customer Assistance Hotline is open for medical professionals who may experience operational, logistical, or financial issues as a result of damage caused by the hurricane. The toll-free number for all Henry Schein customers is … [Read more...]

October 10, 2024- New provider survey data from Premier, Inc. finds that more than 86 percent of healthcare providers are experiencing shortages of IV fluids in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Shortages were evenly spread nationwide, across all provider types. Shortages also seemed to evenly affect providers regardless of size or system affiliation, according to … [Read more...]

October 10, 2024- Join PWH for the 2024 Professional Development Course: “The NeXt Factor - Elevate Your Personal Brand and Professional Presence,” November 1 & 8, from 10 AM – 1:30 PM ET. In this two-session course, develop self-confidence in your leadership abilities by building your unique leadership brand. Learn to elevate your leadership brand to expand your … [Read more...]

October 10, 2024- B. Braun Medical provided the following update this week to Repertoire Magazine and The Journal of Healthcare Contracting regarding IV solutions manufacturing as of Thursday afternoon, October 10: Our Daytona Beach IV solutions manufacturing site and distribution center were not seriously impacted by Hurricane Milton and will resume operations as planned on … [Read more...]

October 9, 2024- Hospitals and healthcare facilities across the state of Florida, already significantly impacted by Hurricane Helene, are now preparing for Hurricane Milton, according to AP News. Hurricane Milton, which is shaping up to be the most powerful to hit Florida's Gulf Coast in decades, is predicted to make landfall south of the Tampa area Wednesday evening. 10 … [Read more...]

October 9, 2024- Jesse Schafer, executive director of the Healthcare Industry Resilience Collaborative, said he believes the impact of the IV solutions shortage will be similar to what healthcare experienced during Hurricane Maria. “Recovery may take months, and market supply will be highly constrained. Conservation and use of alternatives will be essential.” HIRC … [Read more...]

October 11, 2024- In a recent Repertoire Magazine podcast, Scott Adams interviewed Ben Hill, Marketing Manager for the Instrument Processing Product Category at Midmark, on sterilization and its impact on outpatient care. Midmark helps physicians and care teams deliver exceptional patient care through seamless room design, better equipment, smarter workflows, and integrated … [Read more...]

October 9, 2024- Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. introduced more sustainable packaging for 125,000 of its Invitrogen™ antibodies. Transitioning from cold-chain packaging to ambient temperature shipping from distribution center to customer reduces package material mass, improves the customer experience and supports the company’s global sustainability efforts. Through functional … [Read more...]