August 15, 2024- Mindray has announced that it is partnering with renowned anesthesiologist and educator Richard Teames, MD, BSN, to release an educational video series on regional anesthesia and nerve blocks using its ultrasound system. This medical education series is aimed at the growing demand within the anesthesiology community to integrate ultrasound and Al technology at … [Read more...]
Repertoire Magazine to host PRECISE Selling Bootcamp in partnership with Precise Selling’s Brian Sullivan: Registration Now Open
August 14, 2024- Please join Repertoire Magazine and The Journal of Healthcare Contracting’s PRECISE Selling Bootcamp on December 11-12, 2024 in Fort Worth, Texas! This meeting is designed specifically for professionals in the medical manufacturing industry. This intensive day and a half training program will equip your team with the skills and strategies needed to excel in … [Read more...]
FDA approves first Nalmefene Hydrochloride Auto-Injector to reverse opioid overdose
August 14, 2024- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Zurnai, the first nalmefene hydrochloride auto-injector for the emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid overdose in adults and pediatric patients 12 years of age and older. The agency approved the first nasal spray formulation of nalmefene in May 2023. Drug overdose persists as a major public … [Read more...]
BD to Present at Wells Fargo 2024 Healthcare Conference
August 14, 2024- BD announced that it will present at the Wells Fargo 2024 Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 8:45 am Eastern Time. The Wells Fargo Healthcare Conference encopasses sectors including Biotechnology, Medical Technology, Healthcare, Healthcare Services. The live webcast of BD's presentation can be accessed from the BD investor relations … [Read more...]
Baxter announces definitive agreement to divest Its Vantive Kidney Care Segment to Carlyle
August 14, 2024- Baxter International Inc., and funds managed by global investment firm Carlyle announced that they have signed a definitive agreement under which Carlyle is to acquire Baxter's Kidney Care segment, to be named Vantive, for $3.8 billion. Baxter announced its intention to create a standalone kidney care company in January 2023 as part of its broader strategic … [Read more...]
Intermountain Hospital opens inpatient and telehealth lactation clinic for new moms
August 14, 2024- For many new mothers, a lactation consultation can become a lifeline. That's why Intermountain Cedar City Hospital is expanding its services for new moms with a new lactation clinic. The new Intermountain lactation clinic includes onsite consulting, as well as telehealth opportunities from Intermountain Health board-certified lactation consultants. The … [Read more...]
Improving diagnostic testing with modern technology
August 13, 2024- Diagnostic testing is a critical piece of the primary care puzzle, a process that gives primary care physicians better insight into the health of their patients. These tests cover everything from blood samples, urine samples, imaging, endoscopy, and biopsy. The information that primary care physicians get from these tests is invaluable. Repertoire … [Read more...]
Henry Schein helps healthcare professionals prepare patients for back-to-school season
August 13, 2024- With back-to-school right around the corner for students throughout the United States, Henry Schein Medical is helping health care professionals get patients ready for the school year. The Company offers a range of pediatric supplies for vaccinations and screenings designed to help keep children healthy this fall. Available now, Henry Schein Medical’s … [Read more...]
Michael Shannon, former chairman and CEO of KSL Capital Partners, to join Mayo Clinic Board of Trustees
August 13, 2024- Michael (Mike) Shannon, former chairman, co-founder and CEO of KSL Capital Partners, was elected to the Mayo Clinic Board of Trustees at its quarterly meeting on August 9.Mr. Shannon brings a diverse and accomplished background to his role as a Mayo Clinic trustee. As the vice chair of the board at Northwestern University and the former chair of both the … [Read more...]
CDC raises bird flu risk assessment
August 13, 2024- The CDC slightly raised its risk assessment of the H5N1 bird flu virus in an Aug. 9 update, noting it poses a future "potential public health risk," according to the CDC and Becker's Hospital Review. The update is based on a report using the agency's Influenza Risk Assessment tool, which is used to evaluate the future pandemic potential posed by an influenza A … [Read more...]