June 5, 2024- Pfizer Inc. invites investors and the general public to listen to a webcast of a discussion with Albert Bourla, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, at the Goldman Sachs 45th Annual Global Healthcare Conference on Monday, June 10, 2024 at 11:20 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time. To listen to the webcast, visit Pfizer's website at www.pfizer.com/investors. Information on … [Read more...]
Getinge announces U.S. launch of XEN Cleaning Chemistries
June 5, 2024- Healthmark, a Getinge company, announced the launch of XEN, a new and improved range of cleaning chemistries designed to optimize equipment performance, extend the lifespan of surgical instruments, and improve safety and efficiency in sterile processing departments (SPDs) across the U.S. The XEN product line features 16 advanced chemical solutions designed to … [Read more...]
Mindray elevating its cybersecurity measures to tackle today’s healthcare challenges
June 5, 2024- Mindray North America announced a new strategic certification that aligns with its secure by design approach to cybersecurity. Its flagship patient monitoring offering, the BeneVision N12, N15, and N17 monitors have obtained the UL Solutions Cybersecurity Assurance Program (CAP) certification to UL 2900-2-1, setting a new standard as the first medical devices … [Read more...]
From apologies to applause: How to sell like you mean it
June 4, 2024- Alright, gather around, let’s get this out of the way: “I am a salesperson.” Feel that? That’s the sound of shackles breaking. For too long, we’ve tiptoed around our titles, cloaking ourselves in innocuous labels like Sales Associate, Solutions Consultant, and – my personal favorite – Relationship Manager. As if managing a CRM pipeline is akin to handling dating … [Read more...]
BD to acquire Edwards Lifesciences’ Critical Care Product Group
June 4, 2024- BD and Edwards Lifesciences announced a definitive agreement under which BD will acquire Edwards' Critical Care product group ("Critical Care"), a global leader in advanced monitoring solutions, unlocking new value creation opportunities and enhancing BD's portfolio of smart connected care solutions. Critical Care is a high-growth, innovative industry leader … [Read more...]
Dynarex on beyond the ache: managing migraines and headaches
June 4, 2024- Migraines and headaches have a significant impact on daily life for millions of people. Despite their prevalence, these conditions are often misunderstood and underestimated, which can hinder effective management and diagnosis, according to Dynarex. June marks Migraine and Headache Awareness Month, providing an ideal opportunity to learn more about these … [Read more...]
In memoriam: John Donohue
June 4, 2024- John Donohue, age 54 of Dacula, GA, passed away Tuesday, May 28, 2024, after a 25-year battle against cancer. John's career in the Medical Device Industry allowed him to support, mentor, and provide positive direction to hundreds of employees, who very quickly became lifelong friends. John was born August 22, 1969, at Moody Airforce Base in Valdosta, GA to … [Read more...]
SMI announces AdventHealth and Medline as 2024 Tom Hughes Collaboration Award recipients
June 4, 2024- SMI® presented AdventHealth and Medline with the 2024 SMI Tom Hughes Collaboration Award. The announcement and presentation of the award took place at the SMI Spring 2024 in Atlanta. The SMI Tom Hughes Collaboration Award is in honor of the late Tom Hughes, SMI Executive Director from 2004 – 2021. This annual award, established in 2021, recognizes exceptional … [Read more...]
Mayo Clinic names new Department of Neurosurgery chair
June 3, 2024- Gelareh Zadeh, M.D., Ph.D., has been named the new Mayo Clinic Department of Neurosurgery chair in Rochester, beginning in the fall of 2024. Dr. Zadeh joins Mayo Clinic from the University of Toronto, where she is the University of Health Network's division head of Neurosurgery, the medical director of the Krembil Neuroscience Program, the co-director of the … [Read more...]
FDA announces Medical Device Sterilization Town Hall
June 3, 2024- The FDA announced the virtual Medical Device Sterilization Town Hall: Sterilization Open Q&A that will be held on June 12, 2024, from 2-3 p.m. ET. During this town hall, we will discuss questions we’ve received in the medical device sterilization mailbox and host a Q&A session. We encourage attendees to submit questions … [Read more...]