At recent industry events such as RSNA 2015, Fujifilm Medical Systems USA highlighted its FDR Go mobile x-ray system designed for care at the patient bedside, in the emergency department, operating rooms, ICU, NICU, or wherever general x-ray is needed. The enhanced portable features in a smaller-sized unit allow for easy maneuvering in tight spaces.
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TSO3 Inc, a maker of sterilization technology for medical devices, has received a label claim for the Sterizone VP4 sterilizer in Canada that validates the ability to sterilize a specific duodenoscope, reportedly cleansing it of transmittable germs.
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This month AAMI published a list of resources for healthcare technology management professionals as its “Ten Holiday Gifts from AAMI.” These resources, some of which have been previously covered in 24×7, are listed and described here and on the AAMI website with links for easy access.
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In February 2014, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services released new guidelines allowing hospitals to implement alternate equipment maintenance (AEM) programs in place of manufacturer-recommended maintenance procedures and frequencies. So what is the AEM and how do you use it effectively? This starter guide for developing and implementing your own program is based on policies successfully put in place at WakeMed Health and Hospitals in Raleigh, NC.
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Ask ten different biomeds what’s most challenging about their job, and chances are you’ll end up with ten different answers. 24×7 asked three industry veterans for their expert opinions on the most important issues facing the healthcare technology management field, and then boiled down their thoughts to arrive at a “top 10.” Among their responses? Ensuring supportability, creating actionable data, and increasing training in “systems thinking.”
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