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New AAMI Standard on Water Quality for Medical Device Processing

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023
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The first standard of its kind, ANSI/AAMI ST108:2023, Water for the processing of medical devices, revises and replaces AAMI TIR34:2014/(R)2021 , which provided information and guidance on water quality for device reprocessing.

Key Points: 
  • The first standard of its kind, ANSI/AAMI ST108:2023, Water for the processing of medical devices, revises and replaces AAMI TIR34:2014/(R)2021 , which provided information and guidance on water quality for device reprocessing.
  • AAMI’s Water Quality for Medical Device Processing Working Group developed ANSI/AAMI ST108 by reaching a consensus on research-based evidence and industry best practices.
  • Terra Kremer , co-chair of AAMI’s Water Quality for Medical Device Processing Working Group said:
    The release of this document will be a huge shift for the healthcare industry.
  • The current document AAMI TIR34 makes recommendations, but elevating its content to a standard will encourage healthcare facilities to voluntarily conform with best practices for device processing water quality.

Capsa Healthcare Announces Acquisition of MASS Medical Storage, Expanding its Leadership in Healthcare Solutions

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Monday, July 17, 2023
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COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Capsa Healthcare , a leading provider of healthcare workflow solutions, announced the acquisition of MASS Medical Storage , a prominent manufacturer of high-quality medical storage and endoscope cabinet drying systems.

Key Points: 
  • COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Capsa Healthcare , a leading provider of healthcare workflow solutions, announced the acquisition of MASS Medical Storage , a prominent manufacturer of high-quality medical storage and endoscope cabinet drying systems.
  • The strategic acquisition strengthens Capsa Healthcare's global position as a premier provider of innovative and efficient workflow solutions for hospitals, clinics, and surgery centers.
  • In addition to infection prevention, MASS Medical’s products are designed to achieve the highest levels of:
    "We are thrilled to welcome MASS Medical to the Capsa Healthcare family," says Eric Webb, CEO of Capsa Healthcare.
  • "We are excited about joining forces with Capsa Healthcare," states Dave Guezuraga, CEO of MASS Medical.

Tampa General Hospital Names New Senior Vice President of Surgical Services

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Friday, May 5, 2023
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TAMPA, Fla., May 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tampa General Hospital (TGH) has named Kathleen Ulrich, MS, BSN, RN, NEA-BC, to the hospital's leadership team as senior vice president of Surgical Services.

Key Points: 
  • TAMPA, Fla., May 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tampa General Hospital (TGH) has named Kathleen Ulrich, MS, BSN, RN, NEA-BC, to the hospital's leadership team as senior vice president of Surgical Services.
  • Ulrich is an experienced health care professional who brings almost 30 years of nursing expertise to Tampa General.
  • Most recently, she was the assistant vice president of Nursing Perioperative Services at Duke University Health System in Durham, North Carolina.
  • "As an academic medical center, Tampa General provides patients with innovative and advanced surgical procedures every day.

Baxter Showcases Surgical Innovations at AORN Global Surgical Conference and Expo 2023

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Monday, April 3, 2023
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Baxter International Inc. (NYSE:BAX), a leader in solutions to advance surgical innovation, unveiled multiple new additions to its surgical portfolios at the Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) Global Surgical Conference & Expo 2023, taking place April 1 through April 4, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Baxter International Inc. (NYSE:BAX), a leader in solutions to advance surgical innovation, unveiled multiple new additions to its surgical portfolios at the Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) Global Surgical Conference & Expo 2023, taking place April 1 through April 4, 2023.
  • The system is also air-free, which may reduce risks associated with forced air systems1—such as contamination of the surgical site—and operates quietly.
  • The Baxter Patient Warming system is compatible with its TS7000, TS7000dV and PST 500 surgical tables.
  • Baxter also revealed a first look at its Helux Pro Connected Surgical Light, a wired lighting and camera solution for the operating room.

UVDI to Showcase New UVDI-360 Room Sanitizer at AORN Expo 2023

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Friday, March 31, 2023
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This week at the Association for Perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN) Global Surgical Conference and Expo 2023, UltraViolet Devices, Inc. (UVDI) will showcase the new UVDI-360 Room Sanitizer --- now equipped with UV Smart Connect™ cloud communications technology --- at Booth 517.

Key Points: 
  • This week at the Association for Perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN) Global Surgical Conference and Expo 2023, UltraViolet Devices, Inc. (UVDI) will showcase the new UVDI-360 Room Sanitizer --- now equipped with UV Smart Connect™ cloud communications technology --- at Booth 517.
  • The new UV Smart Connect™ technology accelerates the efficiency of proven UV room disinfection in fast-paced Healthcare settings, such as Operating Rooms, by simplifying device use.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230331005070/en/
    The UVDI-360 Room Sanitizer can disinfect the surfaces in an average-sized Operating Room in only 15 minutes.
  • The new UVDI-360 Room Sanitizer with UV Smart Connect™ ensures they do not have to.”
    To view and demo the new UVDI-360 Room Sanitizer equipped with UV Smart Connect™ technology, attendees at this year’s AORN Expo can visit the UVDI booth (#517) in the Expo Hall.

Innovative Medical Products Unveils New Brand Look at the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023
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LAS VEGAS, April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Innovative Medical Products (IMP) revealed their newly designed brand at the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons meeting (AAOS), held in Las Vegas from March 7th to March 11th.

Key Points: 
  • LAS VEGAS, April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Innovative Medical Products (IMP) revealed their newly designed brand at the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons meeting (AAOS), held in Las Vegas from March 7th to March 11th.
  • The brand refresh will be carried across all brand platforms and channels.
  • As the orthopedic healthcare industry continues to evolve, IMP aims to reflect these advancements internally and externally.
  • From surgeons and nurses to robotics companies and more, IMP's designs have always come from collaboration with customers to create, manufacture, and distribute unique and quality products.

Olympus Technologies Featured in Several Experience Papers on Energy Advancements

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Monday, January 23, 2023
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CENTER VALLEY, Pa., Jan. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Olympus announced today the availability of several Experience Papers focused on the benefits of advancements in electrosurgical devices. Important to the broad range of minimally invasive surgical solutions available to patients, electrosurgical or "energy" devices are designed to allow for efficient dissection and cauterization of tissue. Many times, as explained in these papers, they also contribute to improved workflow in the procedure room. Among these papers developed for a healthcare professional audience, benefits of workflow, ergonomics, cost reduction and control of energy-related smoke were discussed.

Key Points: 
  • Important to the broad range of minimally invasive surgical solutions available to patients, electrosurgical or "energy" devices are designed to allow for efficient dissection and cauterization of tissue.
  • Many times, as explained in these papers, they also contribute to improved workflow in the procedure room.
  • Among these papers developed for a healthcare professional audience, benefits of workflow, ergonomics, cost reduction and control of energy-related smoke were discussed.
  • More information about the Olympus Energy devices included in these Experience Papers can be found here:

International Infection Prevention Week Serves to Highlight New Reprocessing Standards and Available Resources for Infection Preventionists

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022
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CENTER VALLEY, Pa., Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Olympus Corp. of the Americas reminds infection prevention professionals of the importance of elevating the standard of patient care and safety during International Infection Prevention Week, which marks the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology's (APIC) 50th anniversary.

Key Points: 
  • Olympus partners with APIC and other professional organizations in providing education to infection prevention professionals and helping support reprocessing standards.
  • Olympus infection prevention tools and resources align with these standards, and our suite of cleaning, disinfection and sterilization products equip infection prevention professionals to comply with recommended guidelines.
  • With infection prevention as an issue at the fore this year, the World Health Organization promoted infection prevention measures with publication earlier this year of its "Global Report on Infection Prevention and Control."
  • 1World Health Organization, "Global Report on Infection Prevention and Control, executive summary," May 2022
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Brigham and Women's Hospital Nurses Vote to Ratify Strong MNA Contract and as COVID Surges Call for Immediate Fixes to Emergency Department Problems Impacting Patient Care Quality

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Tuesday, May 24, 2022
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BOSTON, May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nurses from Brigham and Women's Hospital, represented by the Massachusetts Nurses Association, have voted to ratify a new collective bargaining agreement with the hospital, securing a strong compensation and benefits package aimed at valuing the dedication of nurses who faced enormous challenges through the pandemic and helping recruit and retain the nurses necessary to provide high-quality patient care.

Key Points: 
  • "Our contract is about protecting and investing in Brigham nurses so we can give our patients the very best care they deserve.
  • As the nurses' tentative agreement was being ratified, long simmering problems in the Brigham's emergency department worsened into a crisis.
  • "There were 50+ boarders," Amanda Haimaidi, a Brigham ED nurse wrote to the hospital administration about a May 11 shift.
  • Our contract is an investment in Brigham nurses and our ability to provide quality patient care."

Aesculap, Inc. Launches New Sterile Container System

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Friday, March 18, 2022
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CENTER VALLEY, Pa., March 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Aesculap, Inc. has launched its AESCULAP Aicon Sterile Container System.

Key Points: 
  • CENTER VALLEY, Pa., March 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Aesculap, Inc. has launched its AESCULAP Aicon Sterile Container System.
  • The new container has features that help streamline processes and reduce the possibility of wet sets.
  • Aesculap will debut the new container at the Association of periOperative Registered Nurses ( AORN ) Global Surgical Conference and Expo, March 19-23, in New Orleans, LA.
  • This session, "Maintaining the Sterile Barrier in the Real World," will describe the importance of maintaining the sterile barrier, focusing on wrap and rigid sterilization containers and best practices for maintaining them.