Healthcare Purchasing News articles from November 2001

Healthcare Purchasing News archives from November 2001

AHRMM elects Westerman as 2002 president-elect. (Breaking News).
November 1, 2001

Medibuy to relocate to Nashville. (Breaking News).
November 1, 2001

Hard questions dog GPO industry.
November 1, 2001

Medical trade groups weigh security, safety issues following terrorist attacks: The shows mostly go on. (News).
November 1, 2001

MEDICA 2001 set to open in Dusseldorf, with some concerns. (News).
November 1, 2001

Meetings are essential and that won't change. There is really no substitute for meeting face to face. (News).
November 1, 2001

Learning from a trading partner; Broadlane's expertise aids GPO customers. (News).
November 1, 2001

Baxter investigates European deaths at hemodialysis centers. (Newswire).
November 1, 2001

Merit Medical Systems on Forbes' Best Small Companies list. (Newswire).
November 1, 2001

AuctionMart.com provides online services for 10 facilities. (Newswire).
November 1, 2001

Sutter Heath receives "100 Most Wired Hospitals" recognition. (Newswire).
November 1, 2001

AORN posts database of periOperative courses on website. (Newswire).
November 1, 2001

Cook, Guidant seek FDA nod for stent trial. (Newswire).
November 1, 2001

Sales squabble leads Candela to sever PSS pact. (Newswire).
November 1, 2001

Navigating the maze of wound care products requires skill, foresight, collaboration. (Special Report).
November 1, 2001

Government proposes more reimbursements for OP services. (Outpatient Connection).
November 1, 2001

Consorta renews digital radiography products pact with Hologic. (Outpatient Connection).
November 1, 2001

Life expectancy on the rise. (Snapshot).
November 1, 2001

Hospitals turning to activity-based costing to save and measure distribution costs. (Surgical Business).
November 1, 2001

Elements of contract management: It pays to get it right up front. (News).
November 1, 2001

Ralph A. Basile, longtime industry leader, dies at 69. (News).
November 1, 2001

2001 Operating Room Salary Survey: Saving lives, but earning low pay. (News).
November 1, 2001

Earnings Digest. (Economic Indicators).
November 1, 2001

Low-tech device aids heart implant surgery. (New Technology).
November 1, 2001

Coated stents could bring new cardiac treatment era. (New Technology).
November 1, 2001

Medicare to publish new technology reimbursement rule. (New Technology).
November 1, 2001

Broadlane introduces contract management program. (New Technology).
November 1, 2001

Manufacturers strive to meet demands for sophisticated protective wear. (Products & Services).
November 1, 2001

Activists claim FDA's DEHP warning confirms product dangers. (Products & Services).
November 1, 2001

Best. (Protective Wear).
November 1, 2001

Kimberly-Clark. (Protective Wear).
November 1, 2001

Fashion Seal Uniform. (Protective Wear).
November 1, 2001

Solve the spaghetti syndrome. (New Products).
November 1, 2001

No margin for error. (New Products).
November 1, 2001

Show your true colors. (New Products).
November 1, 2001

Position protection. (New Products).
November 1, 2001

Visibly vigilant. (New Products).
November 1, 2001

Creative cabinetry. (New Products).
November 1, 2001

Bridging the distance. (New Products).
November 1, 2001

Sharps safety. (New Products).
November 1, 2001

Ultrasound catheter. (New Products).
November 1, 2001

Stainless steel stackables. (New Products).
November 1, 2001

Crash cart consistency. (New Products).
November 1, 2001

Compact connectivity. (New Products).
November 1, 2001

Hold the Mayo. (New Products).
November 1, 2001

'Disposable' CJD instrument set. (New Products).
November 1, 2001

Orthopedic pliers. (New Products).
November 1, 2001

Global warming linked to rise in infectious diseases. (Infection Control Update).
November 1, 2001

Sepsis, septic shock blamed for 146,000 European deaths. (Infection Control Update).
November 1, 2001

ER visits increase. (Snapshot).
November 1, 2001

Latest hip recall spurs quick action from implant manufacturers. (Safety Matters).
November 1, 2001

Mobile repair service eases hospitals' need for multiple instrument sets. (What Works).
November 1, 2001

Testing the test: CS certification group takes testing seriously. (People & Options).
November 1, 2001

Still plenty to be thankful for. (Commentary).
November 1, 2001

How did the Sept. 11 terrorist strikes in New York City and Washington, D.C. impact your supply chain? (Reader Poll).
November 1, 2001

Letters.
November 1, 2001

State-mandated CS certification a coup for patient safety. (IAHCSMM Viewpoint).
November 1, 2001

Marketing in a slowdown: Sage advice for vendors and hospitals. (Having My Say).
November 1, 2001

The Industry Guide: Get the picture. (Editor's Note).
November 1, 2001

Hospitals. (Industry Information).
November 1, 2001

Purchasing Managers Index. (Economic Indicators).
November 1, 2001

Price Indices (*). (Economic Indicators).
November 1, 2001

Producer Price Index. (Economic Indicators).
November 1, 2001