How do you measure the expected life of a medical device? Even if the device is working properly—in addition to being well maintained and inspected, an adverse event following its so-called “expiration date” can raise both usability and liability challenges. HTM expert William Hyman explores the issue here.
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Stryker announces that the company is launching a voluntary field action on specific units of their Lifepak 15 monitor/defibrillators. Specifically, the company is notifying certain Lifepak 15 customers of an issue that may cause the device to lock up after a defibrillation shock is delivered.
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Although HTM and IT departments operate independently at most facilities, the lines between biomed and IT are becoming increasingly blurred, 24×7 Magazine correspondent Chris Hayhurst explains in February’s cover story. Fortunately, this change doesn’t have to signify headaches for HTM professionals.
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In the premier installment of “Heroes of HTM,” 24×7 Magazine profiles industry veteran Ismael Cordero. Learn how Cordero—spurred on by a desire to travel and impact the HTM field—has seen the world and helped biomeds all over the globe.
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Below, four individuals in the CMMS space sit down with 24×7 Magazine to discuss what hospitals should look for when purchasing a computerized maintenance management system and how this technology is changing the game for HTM departments.
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