January 10, 2024- Teleflex Incorporated announced it has been awarded a contract by Vizient, Inc., the largest provider-driven healthcare performance improvement company in the U.S. The agreement, effective January 1, 2025, covers the supply of Teleflex’s Central Venous Access Catheters and Arterial Catheters. Through this agreement, Vizient provider-customers will gain access … [Read more...]

January 10, 2024- The UPMC Heart Transplant Program continues to be the national leader in heart transplant outcomes. Data just released by the Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients (SRTR) reveals that UPMC is the top transplant program in the country in 90-day survival rates following adult heart transplants.   The SRTR data … [Read more...]

January 10, 2024- For some, cardiac disease may be identified during a physical examination or present early warning symptoms, for others cardiac episodes can strike when least expected, according to CME Corp. From physical examination rooms in clinics to acute care settings like emergency rooms, cardiac ICUs, and catheterization labs, advanced healthcare equipment is essential … [Read more...]

January 10, 2024- The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Jan. 8 announced 23.6 million consumers have signed up for a 2025 Health Insurance Marketplace plan. Of that total, approximately 3.2 million are new consumers. This number represents 11.6 million more enrollees compared to the 2021 Open Enrollment Period. Open enrollment continues until Jan. 15 for the 31 … [Read more...]

January 9, 2024- Findings from a multi-institutional, international study led by researchers from the Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center have significantly advanced the understanding of genetic alterations in the BRCA2 gene, a key player in hereditary cancer risk. The researchers completed a comprehensive functional assessment of all possible variants within the crucial … [Read more...]

January 9, 2024- Henry Schein, Inc. reminds its customers throughout California that the Henry Schein Customer Emergency Support Hotline is open for dental and medical professionals who may experience operational, logistical, or financial issues as a result of damage caused by the ongoing fires. The toll-free number for all Henry Schein customers is … [Read more...]

January 9, 2024- Capstone Health Alliance announced significant leadership changes aimed at driving growth and enhancing service for its Members. Tim Bugg, owner of Capstone, will continue in his role as CEO, while Yolandi Myers has been promoted to President & Chief Administrative Officer of Capstone Health Alliance. Additionally, Jeff Lawing will be joining the leadership … [Read more...]

January 9, 2024- BD announced the results of a new survey, revealing that 72% of women in the United States have delayed having a gynecology visit, with many highlighting the need for greater convenience, comfort and ease for this critical cervical cancer screening process. According to the survey, conducted online by The Harris Poll among over 1,100 adult women in the U.S. … [Read more...]

January 8, 2025 - Sales reps are seasoned travelers, which gives them a unique perspective on the various travel brands that are available. In the last issue of The Med/Surg Leadership Hub, we asked you about your travel preferences. The results of the survey are below. Thank you for your participation! What hotel chain has the best rewards program?   What is your … [Read more...]

January 8, 2024- Telemedicine is no longer an idea for the future; it is here to change our perception of healthcare, according to MediGroup. From video consultations to remote monitoring, technology is not something we’ve only seen in some movies that made us fantasize about a possible future anymore; it is changing the way physicians care for their patients. But the truly … [Read more...]