Midmark announces new continuing education course Midmark Corp. announced its new continuing medical education course, “Better BP Measurement for Improved Patient Outcomes.” Hypertension affects many Americans and is known as the “silent killer,” because symptoms are not always present. Therefore, patients and their healthcare providers must work together to screen for … [Read more...]
A Competitive Edge
How Henry Schein’s internship program helped Tanner Ledford start strong in a field sales role. Last March, more than 160 college students from 80-plus schools convened on Kennesaw State University’s campus for the National Collegiate Sales Competition (NCSC). The NCSC provides a venue for dedicated collegiate sales students to improve their skills and pursue career … [Read more...]
Recognizing Eating Disorders
The month of February recognizes Eating Disorder Awareness, shedding light on the signs, symptoms, and prevention of eating disorders. There are many misconceptions about eating disorders, such as that disordered eating is a lifestyle choice. Eating disorders, however, are serious illnesses associated with severe disturbances in an individual’s eating behaviors and related … [Read more...]
Cervical Health Awareness
Why vaccination and regular screening are critical for prevention of cervical disease. Each year, more than 13,000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer in the U.S., according to the American Cancer Society. Cervical cancer, however, is a largely preventable disease. Awareness of the disease and its causes are crucial for its prevention, and through routine screening and … [Read more...]
IDN News
AdventHealth launches new Acute Care-at Home Program AdventHealth has agreed to collaborate with Biofourmis, a global technology-enabled care delivery company on a continuum-wide remote patient management (RPM) program in Central Florida to provide safe, whole-person care and a superior patient experience within their homes. As part of the agreement, Biofourmis will help … [Read more...]
An Entrepreneurial Spirit in Supply Chain
Yes, healthcare, supply chain can generate income and revenue. By R. Dana Barlow Editor’s note: The following article originally appeared in the December 2024 issue of The Journal of Healthcare Contracting. Outside of the healthcare provider organization market segment, companies generally regard the supply chain with a modicum of respect for managing assets used in … [Read more...]
ACOs and National Healthcare Savings
Ochsner Accountable Care Network achieves top-ranking healthcare savings for Medicare. By Jenna Hughes The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced data from the 2023 Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP) for accountable care organizations (ACOs), with Ochsner Accountable Care Network (OACN) achieving top-ranking results for clinical performance and … [Read more...]
Trigger Warning
Proper infection control practices by healthcare providers are critical to reduce the risk of sepsis. Any type of infection can lead to sepsis, a life-threating emergency related to the body’s extreme response to infection, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Without timely treatment, sepsis can quickly lead to tissue damage, organ failure, and death. Each … [Read more...]
US Access Board releases new standards for examination and procedure chairs
The Midmark 626 Barrier-Free® Examination Chair is the only chair to meet and exceed requirements Exam room equipment can make a crucial difference. For clinics looking to improve patient access and caregiver safety, accessible healthcare environments are essential. In September 2024, the US Access Board, which provides guidance for accessible design and standards for … [Read more...]
Post-Acute Care Regulatory Compliance
Regulatory requirements are meant to improve patient care; however, many post-acute care providers struggle to meet them considering post-pandemic challenges. By Jenna Hughes Long-term care (LTC) providers such as skilled nursing facilities, inpatient rehabilitation centers, and home health providers face the daily task of maintaining compliance with a growing number of … [Read more...]