Healthcare Purchasing News articles from February 2003

Healthcare Purchasing News archives from February 2003

Good times, bad times. (From the Editor).
February 1, 2003

U.S. healthcare costs reached $1.4 trillion in 2001. (News Wire).
February 1, 2003

Conmed acquires MIS product manufacturer. (News Wire).
February 1, 2003

Cook stent turndown cooks $3 billion Guidant deal. (News Wire).
February 1, 2003

NC network signs IT pact with Misys Healthcare Systems. (News Wire).
February 1, 2003

Consorta gains Velocity. (News Wire).
February 1, 2003

Premier calls on Global Crossing for voice and data pact. (News Wire).
February 1, 2003

J&J seeks to regain top spot in coronary stent market. (News Wire).
February 1, 2003

Fast stats.
February 1, 2003

For real savings, physician preference items are the holy grail. (News).
February 1, 2003

Hospitals slowly warming to wireless order entry. (News).
February 1, 2003

An inside look at a third-party reprocessor. (Infection Connection).
February 1, 2003

Bacterial infection, not bike accident, plagued CA patient. (Infection Control Update).
February 1, 2003

Motorized handpieces (1). (Self-Study Series).
February 1, 2003

CDC: obesity and diabetes still on the rise. (Outpatient Connection).
February 1, 2003

Study: firearm injuries lay economic burden on hospitals. (Outpatient Connection).
February 1, 2003

Wyoming buys automated defibrillators for rural areas. (Outpatient Connection).
February 1, 2003

The low-down on medical gloves. (Operating Room).
February 1, 2003

2003 Glove Guide.
February 1, 2003

Kimberly-Clark Health Care. (Corporate Profiles).
February 1, 2003

Maxxim Medical Inc. (Corporate Profiles).
February 1, 2003

The Malaysian Rubber Export Promotion Council (MREPC). (Corporate Profiles).
February 1, 2003

Sempermed. (Corporate Profiles).
February 1, 2003

Glossary. (The Glove Lexicon).
February 1, 2003

IAHCSMM 2003 annual meeting to tackle timely topics. (Viewpoint).
February 1, 2003

Identifying CJD prions and carriers. (Operating Room).
February 1, 2003

New pacemaker hits market. (New Technology).
February 1, 2003

Report reviews pulmonary drug delivery market. (New Technology).
February 1, 2003

Boot available for diabetic foot conditions. (New Technology).
February 1, 2003

Sterilization market a vibrant, active segment. (Products & Services).
February 1, 2003

Mercury-Free Thermometer. (New Products).
February 1, 2003

Face shield. (New Products).
February 1, 2003

Electromechanical Morcellator. (New Products).
February 1, 2003

Hand-powered suction. (New Products).
February 1, 2003

Handheld help. (New Products).
February 1, 2003

Cleansing system. (New Products).
February 1, 2003

Surgical gowns. (New Products).
February 1, 2003

Medical Recorder. (New Products).
February 1, 2003

Shielded IV catheter. (New Products).
February 1, 2003

Exam table. (New Products).
February 1, 2003

Cleaning system. (New Products).
February 1, 2003

Disposable Wire Driver. (New Products).
February 1, 2003

Illuminated magnifier. (New Products).
February 1, 2003

New carts are the key to patient safety. (What Works).
February 1, 2003

An examination of materials management and the supply chain. (Q&A).
February 1, 2003

Worth repeating.
February 1, 2003

Letters.
February 1, 2003

Everything is based on thorough cleaning. (ASHCAP Angle).
February 1, 2003

Correction.
February 1, 2003

Artromick medical carts. (Product Focus).
February 1, 2003

It's loaded! (Product Focus).
February 1, 2003