The Basics of Biomedical Associations
In Patrick Lynch’s debut column, he discusses the similarities among the approximately 45 biomedical associations across the United States, and what they say about the state of the industry.
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Surgical Robotics and the Biomed
Despite tightening budgets and controversy over patient safety concerns, sales and use of expensive robotic surgical systems are on the rise. Here’s what biomeds need to know about caring for these temperamental systems and positioning themselves for the future.
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FDA Approves 3D Screening for Siemens DBT System
The FDA has approved the use of 3D-only screening mammography for the Siemens Healthineers Mammomat Inspiration with Tomosynthesis Option digital mammography system.
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Updated Recall Management Tool Pairs Alerts to Hospital Equipment Inventory
ECRI Institute has released Automatch for Equipment, a new enhancement to its Alerts Tracker automated recall management solution. The feature is designed to automatically identify equipment models and supplies within a healthcare facility’s inventory that are impacted by an FDA alert or recall and notify designated department staff, reducing the need for manual inventory searches.
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Creative Problem Solving and the Future of HTM
Now more than ever, creative thinking and problem solving are integral to the healthcare technology management profession, says George Mills of The Joint Commission. Today’s clinical engineers must develop the relationship between IT and patient care and understand the interconnectedness of hospital systems. This article is part of 24×7’s 20th anniversary coverage.
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