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Partnering for Progress

Julie Kirst, Editor I am ready for this year to be over!” Have you heard that from people? I have, and although 2009 may have been a stellar year for some, many people I’ve spoken to say they are happy to say good-bye to 2009 and they are ready for a new—and improved—year. The start […]

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Rein in Endoscope Service Costs

Endoscopes are not cheap—not to buy or to repair. Unfortunately, they are also not the sturdiest of instruments. One slight mishap can result in serious and expensive damage. “Endoscopes typically run between $15,000 and $30,000. If anyone handled them incorrectly, the damage could be worth several thousands of dollars,” says Joseph D. Giardina Jr, senior […]

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Stryker Corp Recalls Surgical Navigation Systems

Stryker Corps Instruments division has initiated a Class 1 recall of 23 Operating Room System II Surgical Navigation Systems due to potential failure of the navigation PC SPC-1 component, which can cause the system to freeze, become unresponsive, or

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