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Davenport University announced today that it is working to address the national nursing shortage by expanding its nursing program. For the first time ever, 64 students will be accepted into the bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) program for the winter 2020 semester.

Sterile Processing Professionals Provide Insights to Help Guide the Future of Infection Control and Patient Safety

Philips’ integrated solution will combine the unique KODEX-EPD dielectric imaging and navigation system, dielectric imaging sensors, clinical software, and services to support cryoablation procedures performed with the Medtronic Arctic Front Advance™ cryoablation technology

Robust Clinical Evidence Supports PREVENA™ Therapy Effectiveness in Reducing SSIs in a Range of Medical Specialties

Getinge has been rewarded a product design award for its Maquet PowerLED II from the renowned Red Dot Award organization. According to the Red Dot Award jury, it relates to Maquet PowerLED II’s high quality design.

Medtronic plc (MDT), a global leader in medical technology, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement pursuant to which it will acquire Titan Spine, a privately-held titanium spine interbody implant and surface technology company. The boards of directors of both companies have unanimously approved the transaction. Terms of the transaction are not being disclosed.