Medical Technology Resources Blog

MTR begins to distribute AccuRx Elastomeric Ambulatory Infusion Systems

MTRHealth Admin — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 20:54:15 +0000

MTR is proud to announce that we will distribute the AccuRx Elastomeric Ambulatory Infusion System. Similar to other elastomeric devices such as the Iflo eclipse, and Baxter Intermate, the AccuRx is designed to provide accurate and safe infusions in the homecare environment. This flexible product offers a wide variety of rates and volumes for antibiotic and chemo therapies as well as post-operative pain management. Some key features of the AccuRx are its partial hard shell design, easy to read color-coded flow rate label, and its air-eliminating membrane. It is a lightweight, elastomeric pump that has the strength of a traditional hard shell without the bulk, and provides patients the comfort and convenience that other traditional therapies do not. The AccuRx is also compatible with many drugs, including daptomycin. To order, please call Medical Technology Resources at 888.250.5699.

BIG Wish Gala Raises $760,000 for Make-A-Wish Foundation

MTRHealth Admin — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 19:48:28 +0000

The Second Annual BIG Wish Gala presented was a big success, raising approximately $760,000 and attracting more than 730 attendees. Eighty Wishes were granted to children with life threatening illnesses from the money raised at the BIG Wish Gala. MTR Health was a sponsor of this special event and continues to support the Make-A-Wish Foundation on an annual basis. MTR Health also contributed to the Ultimate OSU Fan Live Auction which garnered $42,000. Guests were treated to a spectacular view of Ohio Stadium in a large clear-span tent that sprawled from the south end zone to the 50-yard line along with an intimate performance by Country Music Superstars Rascal Flatts. The star-studded event, hosted by NBC 4 Anchor Colleen Marshall, also featured ESPN College Football Analyst Kirk Herbstreit, OSU Men’s Basketball Coach Thad Matta, OSU Head Football Coach Jim Tressel, as well as many legendary football players. “The success of the BIG Wish Gala will help us to eliminate our backlog of pending wishes and continue to provide ‘BIG Wishes’ for courageous children,” said President & CEO Susan McConnell. To read more about this successful event, please visit http://bigwishgala.org/.

MTR hires new Operations Analyst

MTRHealth Admin — Fri, 14 May 2010 20:41:27 +0000

Gary Hensley recently joined Medical Technology Resources as our Operations Analysts. Gary was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio and joined the United States Marine Corps after graduating from high school. In 2003, Gary deployed for the initial invasion in Iraq with Combat Service Support Company-181 (unit name). After being Honorably Discharged from the Marines, Gary moved to New York and joined the Air National Guard. Gary has an AS degree with a concentration in accounting, and a Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in management and accounting. He is currently working towards a Masters of Business Administration. In his free time, Gary likes spending time with his 4 year old son Landon at the Zoo or at the Center of Science and Industry. Gary is very active in the martial arts and teaches hybrid submission wrestling for a professional MMA team called 8+8 Striking System. Welcome aboard Gary!

FDA orders Baxter International to recall and destroy faulty hospital pumps

MTRHealth Admin — Fri, 07 May 2010 16:19:33 +0000

The Food and Drug Administration has ordered Baxter International Inc. to recall 200,000 of the company’s Colleague brand pumps, escalating its scrutiny of infusion pumps used primarily in hospitals to deliver fluids to patients. The FDA said the Deerfield, Ill.-based drug and device maker must “recall and destroy” all of its Colleague pumps, saying the action was based on “a long-standing failure” of the company to correct serious problems with them. The FDA said infusion pumps, including Baxter’s Colleague, had caused “persistent safety problems.” In the last five years, the FDA has received more than 56,000 reports of adverse events that included serious injuries and more than 500 deaths. The medical product giant said it worked with the FDA to minimize disruption to hospitals using the Colleague pumps. The company will be offering healthcare facilities the opportunity to exchange the pumps without charge.Baxter will offer to exchange its Sigma Spectrum infusion pumps for the Colleague brand.

Please contact Medical Technology Resources for your infusion pump needs.

To read full article, visit http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-pumps-20100505,0,480392.story

MTR Sponsors Big Wish Gala: An Encore featuring Rascal Flatts

MTRHealth Admin — Fri, 07 May 2010 14:34:36 +0000

On May 22^nd 2010, the Second Annual Big Wish Gala will take place on the 50-yard line at the legendary Ohio Stadium in Columbus, OH. Last year, more than $840,000 was raised to assist in bringing joy to children battling life-threatening medical conditions and this year the goal is to raise over $1,000,000. At the BIG Wish Gala, you will enjoy a gourmet dinner, spectacular live and silent auctions, tethered hot air balloon rides, a private concert by country music superstars Rascal Flatts and many special surprises. MTR continues to philanthropically pay it forward by sponsoring this heartwarming event for the second consecutive year. Proceeds from the 2010 BIG Wish Gala will directly support wish-granting experiences for children from Central Ohio. Individual tickets and corporate table sponsorships are now available. Visit http://bigwishgala.org/ to find out how you can contribute to this worthy cause.

MTR adds to its sales and operational team

MTRHealth Admin — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 18:15:14 +0000

MTR would like to welcome Angela Hamilton to the team. Angela has lived in central Ohio her entire life. Angela’s family is close knit and she has an older brother and two younger sisters.

Angela graduated with honors from Ohio University in June of 2009 with a B.S. in Health Communication. In her free time, Angela enjoys working out, hiking, biking, and spending time with her family and friends. Angela is a long time Buckeye and Steeler’s fan.

MTR Donates to Haiti Relief

MTRHealth Admin — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 16:22:26 +0000

Medical Technology Resources donated various medical supplies, including IV extension sets, syringes, needles, gloves, etc., in order to provide the Haiti victims with much needed medical items. Working in conjunction with the Open Hands Disaster Relief, Amy Sheets from the Vineyard Church of Columbus came in to collect a truckload of the donated items. Featured in the picture, Warehouse Manager Fred Frick assists Amy with the loading of the medical supplies.

Here at MTR, we were deeply affected by the tragedy in Haiti. We believe it is important to always give back, not only to our immediate community, but our surrounding neighbors in other countries as well. We know that every little bit helps and we were glad to be a part in supporting this important cause.

Colorectal Cancer Rates Are on the Decline

MTRHealth Admin — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 21:07:02 +0000

In an earlier blog, we talked about how early detection is the number one way to fight cancer. An annual report has been released showing evidence of the importance of early detection.

Researchers now believe that the colorectal cancer death rate will drop over 20% in the next decade. The prediction assumes colon cancer screening and improved chemotherapy treatment will become more commonplace. It also assumes that cancer causing habits, such as smoking, will be on the decline as well. Researches believe that this is an optimistic outlook, but it is realistic with all the new advances in medicine.

Cancer is America’s No. 2 killer, behind heart disease, and accounts for nearly a quarter of annual deaths. Colorectal cancer is the third leading cancer killer in the United States. An estimated 50,000 people will die from it this year.

The leading cause of colorectal cancer is obesity. Diets filled with hyrdogenated oils and animal fats increase the risk of not only colorectal cancer, but all cancers. Of course, family history and genetics are also a leading cause. Therefore, it is extremely important to live a healthy lifestyle and to always get your yearly screenings, especially if cancer runs within your family.

Medical Equipment Financing

MTRHealth Admin — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 21:50:13 +0000

Having trouble obtaining medical equipment financing to support growth for your business? Let MTR help you! For a limited time, MTR will finance any equipment purchase either new or used. We will work diligently to put together the right financing option to meet your budgetary needs. Please call or send us an e-mail today to inquire.

MTRHealth Admin — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:25:05 +0000