[Sponsored] Healthmark Delivers Innovative Solutions

Sponsored by Healthmark

Since 1969, Healthmark, a Getinge company, has developed and marketed innovative solutions to aid healthcare facilities in their delivery of surgical instruments and other lifesaving medical devices to patients. These solutions include products for the effective cleaning, validation and verification of the cleaning process; packaging and other accessories for the proper sterilization, storage and delivery of surgical instruments; tools to identify and secure emergency and other lifesaving supplies and equipment.

Getinge recently acquired Healthmark, a leading provider of innovative instrument care and infection control consumables. This strategic step enhances Getinge’s presence within sterile reprocessing in the U.S. and ensures it is positioned to better serve customers and gain greater control over its supply chain and finished products.

On May 1, 2024, Getinge fully transitioned its supply chain and product support responsibilities to Healthmark’s location in Fraser, Michigan. Because of this operational change, there were some modifications to the business processes for certain Getinge Infection Control Consumables products. Impacted product codes can be found at https://tinyurl.com/2xe6bd25

If customers have any questions or need additional support to make these changes, please call 800-521-6224.

XEN
Getinge RECENTLY announced the launch of XEN, a new and improved range of cleaning chemistries designed to optimize equipment performance, extend the lifespan of surgical instruments, and improve safety and efficiency in sterile processing departments (SPDs) across the U.S.

The XEN product line features 16 advanced chemical solutions designed to support SPDs in every stage, from pretreatment and manual cleaning to ultrasonic cleaning, automated cleaning, final rinsing and maintenance. Each formula is crafted to ensure thorough cleaning and decontamination, supporting safe and compliant sterile reprocessing workflows.

“Every procedure and patient in a health care system rely on the sterile processing department, and Getinge is dedicated to continually innovating and providing our customers with the tools they need to maintain the highest standards of safety and efficiency,” said Stefan Runnström, director, commercial operations, surgical workflows, North America at Getinge. “The XEN family of products is the latest example of Getinge’s commitment to keeping patients and healthcare workers safe while supporting efficient workflows.”

XEN Enzymatic+, just one in XEN’s product line of next-gen formulas, is designed to meet the exacting standards of medical instrument cleaning. With its low-foam, pH-neutral, and highly concentrated formulation, XEN Enzymatic+ provides effective cleaning for a variety of medical instruments, including delicate devices.

“XEN represents a significant advancement in cleaning chemistries, offering comprehensive documentation, performance verification, and a reduced environmental footprint,” said Erin Maxwell, senior product manager at Getinge. “XEN provides a cost-effective and sustainable solution that benefits both our customers and the environment.”

The XEN product is sold and shipped by Healthmark.

SafeStep-ATP Monitor
Healthmark is now offering the SafeStep-ATP Monitor. Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) continue to flourish, despite dedicated efforts to reduce them, potentially compromising patient and staff safety throughout health care facilities. Biofilm, bioburden and contaminants can be found everywhere from the CSSD to the OR. Everything – from a light, in an operating room; a partition curtain or chair in a patient room; a clipboard, exam glove or an endoscope can be invisibly hazardous and pose a potential threat. Is it clean?

Be sure in just 15 seconds.

The SafeStep ATP Monitor verifies the cleanliness of surfaces, endoscopes and cannulated instruments in just 15 seconds. By detecting ATP (adenosine triphosphate) – the energy molecule found in all humans, animals, plants, bacteria, yeast and mold cells. SafeStep gives you the testing power to minimize HAIs and improve patient and staff safety!

New UnderGuard Dry Advanced
Healthmark now offers UnderGuard Dry Advanced. They recently added it to their sterilization product line. Specially designed for moisture wicking, the non-linting UnderGuard Dry Advanced helps to prevent tears in wraps, as well as to protect instruments internally. The UnderGuard Dry Advanced liner provides optimum protection from dust, moisture and handling, while simultaneously providing an absorbent inner layer for the dispersion of condensate during the autoclaving process. This liner is particularly useful for the protection of barrier-wrapped heavy plastic boxes and trays, as well as standard stainless-steel baskets. The unique purple and green colors distinguish the UnderGuard Dry Advanced from sterilization wraps. The UnderGuard Dry Advanced is offered in 6 different sizes and available in either purple or green.

CEU Games
Healthmark continues to provide free educational opportunities to health care professionals with a library of interactive and fun games!

The launch of their newest game on Crazy4Clean.com is “The Power of Instrument Integrity Testing.” Individuals will go on a guided adventure through the world of instrument integrity testing. On the journey, individuals will meet a powerful ally that will take them on an electric learning adventure! Participants will learn important terms, tools and processes for testing the integrity of instruments.

Go to crazy4clean.com today to play “The Power of Instrument Integrity Testing” and earn a free CEU when you complete the quiz at the end of the game.

2024 and Beyond
Moving forward, Healthmark will continue to innovate, continue to support and continue to serve the health care provider and the support services that make it possible to deliver quality health care.

For more information, visit hmark.com or call 800-521-6224.