How to fire a physician
Removing an employed physician from a practice is never easy. There are many things to consider, in particular, the needs of patients under... Read more
Nurse burnout: what causes it and how to deal with it
Hospitals and clinics are expected to provide the best possible care for their patients. And nurses, among the most visible members of hospital... Read more
5 benchmarking tips to improve operations and bottom line
Benchmarking is useful for provider organisations looking to improve their operations and bottom line. Essentially, it enables the organisation... Read more
Post-M&A survival: lessons from success stories
Healthcare has seen accelerated consolidation activity in recent years. In 2015 alone, the number of hospital mergers and acquisitions (M&A)... Read more
Machine learning detecting early brain tumour presence
By tapping the power of supercomputers, combined with machine learning algorithms, a team led by University of Texas at Austin researchers have... Read more
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#IPXSymposium Speaker Spotlight: Hisam Alahdab
Dr. Hisam Alahdab, MD, FCCP, MSHQS, is the Chief Operating, Quality and Safety Officer at Anadolu Medical Center, Turkey . As well as this job role, Dr. Alahdab also holds a position on the Patient Safety Committee and Quality Council here. His role involves overseeing the whole process of clinical quality whilst also initiating strategies to implement patient... Read more
#IPXSymposium Speaker Spotlight: Ilkay Baylam
Ilkay Baylam, PMP, MBA, is the Assistant Director at Planetree International . Through his role here, Baylam provides the company with strategic guidance for international business development for key stakeholders, whilst implementing international standards for person-centred care at the organisational level. Baylam will be speaking at this year’s... Read more
#IPXSymposium Speaker Spotlight: Majeda Afeef Al-Ruzzieh
Majeda Afeef Al-Ruzzieh, PhD, MSN, RN, is the Chief Nursing Officer at King Hussein Cancer Center (KHCC), Jordan . A key highlight of her career being her leadership towards the centre’s Magnet Recognition, the first specialised cancer centre outside of the U.S. to receive this recognition. Dr. Majeda will be speaking at this year’s 2nd Annual... Read more
White Papers and Case Studies
Evaluation of the Microbial Tightness of Mini-Spike® 2 Chemo V - A Closed System Transfer Device
2019 08 Aug
In vitro study validating the microbial barrier function by means of airborne contamination Jürgen Gebel, Sapuna Kuriakose, Barbara Grüter, Martin Exner; University of Bonn Hospital, Institute for Hygiene and Public Health, Germany BACKGROUND Nosocomial infections pose a major problem in the healthcare system because they contribute... Read more
Closed Infusion Systems Including Caresite® Extension Set Prevent Microbial Contamination
2019 08 Aug
In vitro study validating the microbial barrier function of closed infusion systems against microbial touch- and airborne contamination Dr. Jörg Brünke, QualityLabs BT GmbH, 90411 Nuremberg, Germany BACKGROUND Healthcare-acquired infections (HAIs) are a major problem for healthcare systems as they contribute to increased morbidity and... Read more
Evaluation of the Microbial Tightness of the Safeflow Valve - A Closed System Transfer Device
2019 08 Aug
In vitro study validating the microbial barrier function by means of airborne and touch contamination Juergen Gebel, Sapuna Kuriakose, Barbara Griiter, Martin Exner; University of Bonn Hospital, Institute for Hygiene and Public Health, Germany BACKGROUND Nosocomial infections pose a major problem in the healthcare system because... Read more
From Our Journals
How Twitter is Changing the Congress Experience
At HealthManagement.org, we use congress sessions as an opportunity... Read more
Social media in healthcare: opportunities and challenges
Opportunities and challenges Tips and pointers from FutureLearn trainer... Read more
Resuscitation in Resource-Poor Settings – A Southern Africa Experience
Worldwide, there are over 17 million cardiovascular deaths each year,... Read more
Heat Waves: a climate change challenge to hospitals’ resilience
The scientifically based forecast of more frequent devastating natural... Read more
New EAHM President supports exchange and innovation
Looking towards a pan-European vision. The new President of... Read more
Future of ultrasound: where are we going?
CEUS for children, ultrasound simulation and gamification models for... Read more
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HAMILTON-T1 Ventilator : Intelligent transport ventilation
The HAMILTON-T1 combines for the first time the functionality of a fully featured intensive care unit ventilator with the compactness and ruggedness required for transport. This is why the HAMILTON-T1 enables you to provide optimal ventilation therapy...
Cyto-Set®
I.V. administration set for the application of cytostatics
Cyto-Set® is a single-use, sterile infusion system for administration of different cytotoxic drugs via one single closed line-system by gravity or pressure. The Cyto-Set® system reduces the risk of contamination of person and environment when preparing...
Caresite®
Luer activated valve developed as needlefree injection port in IV applications
Provides needle-free IV access, eliminating the risk of needle stick injuries Clear design helps verify proper flush Smooth surfaces designed for easy cleaning Easy-grip barrel designed to minimize slips and touch contamination Acceptable...
Intrapur® Plus
0.2 µm infusion filter with positively charged membrane
Inline IV filter for connection to an IV set for retention of particles, bacteria, fungi and endotoxins. elimination of air Advantages By using B. Braun IV filters the overall complication rate could be reduced by 10%. Using IV filters...