Supply Chain
New research from Advisory Board, conducted in partnership with Staples Business, reveals how 102 health system supply chain and executive…
Medical technology maker Metronic and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota inked an outcomes-based agreement for Medtronic's glucose monitor, the companies said April 8.
For hospitals and health systems, product variation within surgical packs can lead to inefficiencies and excess spending.
When clinical and supply chain teams have competing priorities and don’t communicate effectively, the resulting supply chain challenges can lead to frustration and impact patient outcomes.
Lisa Zierten, Director of Distribution Channel Marketing at Cardinal Health
Four recent drugs or medical devices approved by the FDA since March 1:
The FDA is taking several steps to help combat medical device shortages after a major medical device sterilization facility closed.
Four drugs or medical devices approved by the FDA since March 15:
There are many promising technologies that aim to help the healthcare supply chain streamline operations and improve efficiencies. Below are five to watch, according to BBN Times, an online source of expert analysis on global issues.
The FDA has started to re-examine breast implant safety and the reports from thousands of women who claim the implants are causing problems like debilitating joint pain and fatigue, according to The New York Times.
The FDA has kicked off its pilot program for the Drug Supply Chain Security Act by issuing submission requests. TraceLink, the world’s largest integrated digital supply network, submitted its new blockchain solution for the pilot.
As healthcare continues to experience a seismic shift from inpatient to outpatient care, health systems are investing heavily in acquiring ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) or building new centers from the ground up.
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