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News and commentary on the healthcare equipment market.
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Chicago-Based Pain Clinic Turns to OpenMarkets to Find Competitive Quotes
Pinnacle Pain Management, a state-of-the-art interventional pain clinic, turned to OpenMarkets to source competitive equipment quotes. -
Build Lasting Supplier Relationships All on One Platform: Top Suppliers in November
December 22, 2020Through the Exchange, OpenMarkets presents the option to connect with new suppliers, but equally, form lasting relationships that healthcare providers can return to. Schuyler Hospital is one of many, who have been succesfully connected with our supplier community to source needed PPE during COVID-19. -
Rentals Provide Temporary Equipment Relief as Covid-19 Cases and Hospitalizations Rise Again
December 17, 2020As cases rise, hospitals are rushing to find additional equipment, but hospitals have limited funds due to high Covid-related expenses and only need temporary equipment relief while high hospitalizations last. Rental programs can help treat the spike in patients but offer a temporary solution that fits best with hospital cash flow and the unknown length of time associated with adding COVID equipment. One of OpenMarkets’ trusted suppliers, Med-E-Quip Locators, provides short-term and long-term rental programs for the equipment healthcare providers need. -
Med-Mizer Activates Independence, Safety and Comfort With Just a Push of a Button
Med-Mizer is an American based company founded by a US veteran to provide outstanding care to all patients and their equipment needs. -
Barbarians at the Gate - A Fist Fight for Nitrile Gloves
December 14, 2020Healthcare providers need a trusted and dedicated supplier that will fight to ensure that your high-demand PPE is delivered. And by fight, we mean a full-blown fist fight, which happened when China-based team members from Aiden Health, a supplier in the OpenMarkets Community, stood tall to secure a nitrile glove order for Naperville-Il based Edward Elmhurst Health. -
How to Maximize Ultrasound Performance at Your Facility
November 18, 2020Sourcing ultrasound systems, making sure each system is in working order, keeping track of ultrasound transducers, performing the necessary routine maintenance and arranging for occasional repairs not only takes away from operating budgets but it also cuts into valuable time that could be used to handle more cases. Learn about action steps your healthcare facility can take to maintain your ultrasound machines. -
Managing the Costs Of Backordered Medical Supplies
November 12, 2020Amidst the pandemic, healthcare providers are facing even more challenges than ever before. Managing costs while delivering a more personalized service without putting customers lives at risk and blowing up their budgets is extremely difficult. To meet both challenges by cost-effectively sourcing hard-to-find medical products at critical moments, CIA Medical has the ability, agility, expertise, and desire to achieve both goals. -
Benefits of Online Procurement During COVID-19: OpenMarkets' Top Suppliers for October
November 05, 2020The outbreak of COVID-19 has resulted in many providers turning to OpenMarkets for alternative sources for needed healthcare equipment and PPE. OpenMarkets wants to recognize the hard work of our Top Suppliers for the month of October within the Exchange, especially during these troubling times. Providers recognize the efficiency of OpenMarkets' buying platform and the access to reliable suppliers that have helped tremendously during the pandemic. -
Attacking the Inefficiency in the Capital Process
October 19, 2020Prior to OpenMarkets, Maury Regional Health utilized a paper-based, reactive capital process with time-consuming workflows and processes. Misplaced paperwork, cumbersome PO approvals, and fractured communication contributed to overall inefficiency. OpenMarkets CAP ConnectTM, a cloud-based capital equipment budgeting and procurement software solution, was introduced to the Maury Regional Health team and rolled out across member hospitals and clinics. -
Take Care of Your Surgeons with Haag-Streit Surgical's Ergonomic Approach
October 15, 2020OpenMarkets Health has partnered with Haag-Streit Surgical to provide Exchange users with the latest technology in surgical tools, focused on maximizing the ergonomic benefits to surgeons everywhere. -
An Enthusiastic and Committed Community of Suppliers: OpenMarkets’ Top Suppliers for September
OpenMarkets is thrilled to present our Top Suppliers for the month of September within the Exchange. -
Bon Secours Mercy Health Launches Online Platform to Streamline Capital Equipment Purchasing
October 12, 2020Bon Secours Mercy Health is using OpenMarkets to ensure compliance with equipment standards and contracts. -
Clinton Industries Introduces Whimsical, Kid-Friendly Pediatric Equipment
October 02, 2020OpenMarkets and our supplier, Clinton Industries, are excited to transform ordinary sterile medical offices into fun, engaging, kid-friendly environments. -
Quest Imaging Solutions' Extensive Inventory of New and Used Equipment is Available on the Exchange
In partnership with OpenMarkets, Quest Imaging Solution's massive inventory of new and used equipment available for rent, lease, and sale is on the Exchange. -
Convert Your Decommissioned, Unused Equipment Assets into Cash
With an impressive 20 years in the industry, The Alternative Source Medical is highly rated, one of the top in its field, well established multi-faceted provider of preowned, refurbished and new medical equipment. In partnership with OpenMarkets, The Alternative Source Medical’s primary service includes converting your decommissioned, unused equipment assets into cash.