Many of the safety issues associated with medical lasers are spelled out in national and international standards governing the design, function, and operation of such equipment. In most instances, the requirements that ensure safety are clearly set forth and are easy to understand. In a few instances, they are less so. In the United […]
Read MoreJan 31, 2007 | Joint Commission | 0 |
Experts share what to expect, how to prepare, and how to stay sane in a state of continuous compliance.
Read MoreThe endoscope can be very deceiving—small and sturdy looking, it is actually quite delicate. The rigid endoscope has parts inside it that are composed of materials, such as glass, that are easily broken. Encased in steel, however, the instrument looks unbreakable. At least, that is what one employee in a New York hospital thought. He […]
Read MoreJan 31, 2007 | Local HTM Associations | 0 |
Why you should consider local biomed association membership and tips on how to start or reactivate one.
Read MoreJan 31, 2007 | Ventilators | 0 |
Ventilators are reliable machines, but routinely testing them and following strict maintenance schedules make them more so.
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