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Lower the Risk for CLABSI with Midline Catheters

Placing a central venous line is an effective method to administer powerful drugs to patients, however there are a variety of risks that can come with the placement of a Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC). Approximately 80,000 central line associated bloodstream infections (CLABSI) occur in the ICU annually1 and can cost up to $46,000 per [...]

Are You Familiar With Swaddle-Bathing In The NICU?

Bathing in the NICU can be a stressful experience on both babies and their families. The NICU environment is significantly different than the mother’s womb, and research shows early neonatal experiences can alter brain function and structure. Studies have shown that NICU stress is associated with brain development in preterm infants.1 Preemies have less fat [...]

MED Alliance Recognizes the 2017 Salesperson of the Year

Mike Schroeder (left) presents the 2017 Salesperson of the Year Award to Marc Tutt (right). MED Alliance Group is proud to recognize Marc Tutt as the 2017 MED Alliance Salesperson of the Year! Marc has been with MED Alliance for 12 years and has shown tremendous success since he became part of the team. The [...]

Congratulations to the 2018 First Quarter MED Alliance Peer Award Winner: Emily Hansen!

Emily (right) and her nominator, Mary (left) Emily Hansen, accounts receivable intern, recently received the 2018 First Quarter Peer Award for going above and beyond her typical work duties. Emily is a full-time student at Northern Illinois University and has interned with MED Alliance for 2 years. Emily was nominated for the award by her [...]

Combating Drug Shortages with the Macy Catheter

When Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico last year, the effects were felt worldwide. The hurricane damaged multiple manufacturing facilities, including the very ones that supply the most basic necessity for any care facility: the saline bag. Since then, there has been a shortage of these bags available to care systems in the United States, forcing [...]

Safely and Efficiently Preserve HPCs with Cell Freeze®

The Cell Freeze® cryogenic storage containers from Charter Medical are specifically made to efficiently store, preserve, and transfer hematopoietic progenitor cells (HPCs). Cell Freeze® Features and Benefits Each Cell Freeze® bag is rated for storage in liquid nitrogen to -196°C and individually packaged in a Tyvek pouch. The bags are manufactured with a material that is [...]

Secure CVCs Without Suturing

Suturing central venous catheters (CVCs) is a widely used and effective way of securement but can come with great risks, such as infection and needle stick injuries. An article from The Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology reports that needle stick injuries pose a significant injury to healthcare providers, with 25-39 injuries per 100,000 sutures [...]

Protect Against Harmful Moisture-Harboring Bacteria with AquaGuard®

Keeping a clean and dry dressing on patients who have an IV or surgical site is extremely important in preventing infections and complications. When showering, preventing moisture from reaching these areas can be tricky. Unprotected surgical dressings and IV sites, even if not under a direct water stream, are subject to moisture-harboring bacteria while showering. [...]

MED Alliance Nominates the First Recipient of the MAGI Peer Award

We are proud to announce that Mason Graham received the MED Alliance Peer Award for the first quarter of 2018! As Warehouse Manager of MED Alliance, Mason ensures our warehouse shipping and receiving practices meet quality standards. Mason keeps the warehouse organized and clean, and that product inventory is efficiently monitored and up-to-date. He also [...]

Swaddle Bathing can have a Positive Impact on Breastfeeding

August is National Breastfeeding Month, and it is important to recognize all the health benefits that breastfeeding brings to newborns, especially those in the NICU. Breastfeeding is known to lower a baby’s risk of allergies and illnesses, benefits NICU babies need when they are up against so many other challenges. The NICU is a stressful [...]

MED Alliance Recognizes the Commitment of its Sales Team

MED Alliance Group recognizes and honors the commitment of its sales representatives. MED Alliance Group currently has 15 representatives that cover 14 Midwest states. We rely on our team’s clinical experience and expertise to maintain and grow our success in the medical device sales and distribution industry. Vice President of Sales Mike Schroeder says, “The [...]

ED Clinicians: What’s an Easy Option When Oral or IV Access is Not?

Patients who come into the Emergency Department can sometimes be so disoriented that taking oral medication is not possible. Clinicians often struggle to obtain IV access to administer medications or fluids when a patient is extremely dehydrated or their extremities are severely burned or injured. In such situations, the Macy Catheter can be an easy [...]

Pulmodyne BiTrac ™ Masks Enable a Faster Approach to Patient Respiratory Care

Fitting a patient with a respiratory mask can sometimes be a challenge, especially if the patient suffers from claustrophobia. Clinicians try to ensure that the mask is tight enough for a good seal, but not so tight that the patient is uncomfortable. Achieving a comfortable fit can take time and effort. Pulmodyne BiTrac ™ Non-Invasive [...]

Hospice Caregivers: Administer Medication and Fluids Rapidly with the Macy Catheter

When caring for patients approaching death, administering medication orally or intravenously can be difficult, uncomfortable and ineffective for the patient. In a hospice setting, the patient’s end-of-life comfort is paramount. The Macy Catheter can assist you in making your patient comfortable. The Macy Catheter is a rectal catheter that provides a quick and easy route [...]

MED Alliance Group to Exhibit at the 2022 Minnesota EMS Medical Directors Conference

MED Alliance will exhibit its portfolio of emergency care products at the 2022 Minnesota EMS Medical Directors Association Conference

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