Supply Chain

In the past decade, the FDA has authorized nearly 70 augmented reality and virtual reality devices that have been incorporated in healthcare use. 

Dartmouth Health has launched a program aimed at preparing physicians for leadership positions related to medical device development, according to a news release shared with Becker's. 

A potential strike at ports on the East Coast and Gulf Coast continues to loom, with the International Longshoremen's Association Wage Scale Association having ended its wage meetings Sept. 5 unanimously supporting the call for a coastwide strike to take…

CMS on Aug. 29 addressed frequently asked questions regarding the ongoing BD BACTEC blood culture media bottle shortage. 

Sutter Health supply chain leader Tim Miller has accepted a position as senior vice president and chief supply chain officer for Houston Methodist, according to a Sept. 6 post on his LinkedIn page. 

Abbott Diabetes Care has recalled FreeStyle Libre 3 sensors after finding they may provide incorrect high glucose readings. 

Medtronic has recalled McGrath MAC Video Laryngoscopes because of an increased risk of the battery overheating, which can result in explosion. 

Emerge Manufacturing, a U.S,-based manufacturing company specializing in the production of personal protective equipment, is set to open its new Cincinnati facility Sept. 13. 

Baxter is recalling its Volara System Single Patient Use Circuits and Blue Ventilator Adapters because of connectivity issues, the FDA said Sept. 4. 

Healthcare procurement leaders face a new landscape as the industry recovers from the pandemic. Uncertain economic conditions, persistent supply shortages, and an expanding range of settings under their control create significant challenges.