Utilizing Resources
The biomed team at Hilton Head Hospital creates a culture of shared responsibility by placing value on communication, respect, and excellence
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A New Standard for Battery Maintenance
Eric Gustafson It is an interesting paradox—medical technology has been advancing at a rapid rate over the last 15 to 20 years, yet the protocols and procedures for maintaining medical devices remain relatively unchanged. Opportunities to increase efficiencies and improve overall reliability are getting missed. One area where I have witnessed this firsthand is in […]
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Social Networking
For many of us, social media sites like Twitter and Facebook have radicalized how we keep up with our personal lives. Lately, those same networks have begun to creep into the professional world as well, unleashing new opportunities for gathering information and staying connected. While some have embraced the changes, others may be wondering if […]
Read MoreContinuous JC Survey Readiness III
This article will review how to attain continuous compliance with a new Element of Performance (EP)—EC.02.04.03, EP 14, maintenance of nuclear medical equipment, which was added as a requirement in January 1, 2010—and two other Joint Commission medical equipment standards: EC.01.01.01 EP 7, Medical Equipment Management Plan; and EC.02.01.01 EP 11, Management of Recalls. Background […]
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Making Connections
Julie Kirst, Editor I have just returned from Tampa and the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) conference. It was great to connect in person with so many of you, and thanks to all who stopped by our booth. There is a lot to do at AAMI between seeing all the exhibits, attending […]
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