Archive | May, 2009
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IBOT – Stair Climbing Wheelchair Is No More

by Frank Barlin on May 30, 2009 in Editorial, Home Healthcare, linkedin

Independence Technology – a Johnson and Johnson company, has announced that it will be withdrawing it’s revolutionary powered mobility device from the market with immediate effect. They will however be honoring service agreements until 2013. The chair while revolutionary in advancing a customers mobility came with a high price tag at about 22,000 US Dollars [...]

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Smartspine – Seeks International Distributors For Expandable Spinal PEEK Cages

by Editor on May 27, 2009 in Distribution Opportunities, Lifescience, Medical Devices, linkedin

We are manufacturing expandable spinal PEEK cages (Cervical and Lumbar TLIF) that are unique to the spine market. Our patented products stand out from other products as they are designed to simplify spinal surgery and facilitate treatment of difficult indications. Our implants are very effective at retaining or expanding a existing clinician base. In addition, [...]

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Thomas Rossnagel Promoted to President and CEO of Sunrise Medical

by Editor on May 27, 2009 in Editorial, Employment and People, Home Healthcare, Operations, linkedin

Thomas Rossnagel – former head of Sunrise’s Europe business and operations has been promoted to President and CEO of Sunrise Medical. Michael N. Cannizzaro – former CEO will continue as Chairman of the Board of Directors. Rossnagel who worked out of the companies German operations is recognised in Europe for his leadership – and his [...]

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Cuts to HME: Reform report leaves door ‘wide open’ – HME News

by admin on May 25, 2009 in Asides

WASHINGTON – A Senate Finance Committee report released last week that outlines options for financing healthcare reform names HME reimbursement as a possible revenue source, but it doesn't propose specific cuts. via Cuts to HME: Reform report leaves door ‘wide open’ – HME News | The Business Newspaper for Home Medical Equipment Providers.

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Prefilled Syringes – Pharm Tech Europe

by admin on May 25, 2009 in Asides

Prefilled syringes are replacing vials both in terms of injections and sector revenue, and as this trend continues during the next 4 years, the number of tailored injectable drug products reaching the market is set to escalate. via Prefilled syringes proving popular – Pharm Tech Europe.

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