Emerging Trends

Obesity and the Medical Products Market

The economic costs of America’s obesity battle have reached $117 billion and continue to climb. Find out how the U.S. obesity epidemic is poised to impact healthcare and the medical products industry in this new HIDA report, which presents:

• Market projections & demographics
• Special products and equipment
• Treatment trends
• A distributor guide to introducing bariatric products

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The Economic Downturn: The Impact on Physician Offices

The last half of 2008 saw dramatic instability in world markets and the U.S. economy. The following segment is part of a series being released through HIDA IQ and compiled on www.HIDA.org that examines the ways the recessionary economy is impacting physician practices and office visits. Understanding the forces impacting physician office finances and strategic planning is essential as suppliers work to better understand and serve their customers in difficult economic times. 

The Economic Downturn: The Impact on Physician Offices—Part One

The Economic Downturn: The Impact on Hospitals

The last half of 2008 saw dramatic instability in world markets and the U.S. economy. The following segment is part of a series being released through HIDA IQ and compiled on www.HIDA.org that examines the ways the recessionary economy is impacting hospital operations. Hospital debt and bond floating, operating margins, investment income and philanthropic giving, plus third-party financing are all examined. Understanding the forces impacting hospital finances and strategic planning is essential as suppliers work to better understand and serve their customers in difficult economic times. 

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Pandemic Operations Guide

This new report addresses pandemic flu planning considerations that are specific to the healthcare supply chain, and to medical products distributors and manufacturers in particular. Research and interviews are combined to equip readers with practical tips and logistical guidance on operations, warehousing, distribution, manufacturing, and customer relations.

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Dealing with Disasters, Hurricane Katrina & Beyond: Lessons Learned in Medical Distribution

Enhance the value of distribution in a crisis. Learn from the experiences and issues that arose during one of the nation's largest natural disasters. Disaster planning tips are presented for all audiences.

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Publication Date: November 2005

Preparing for Pandemics: Avian Flu and the Healthcare Supply Chain

This report presents proactive steps that you can take to protect business continuity, employees, and supply chain viability in the event of a flu pandemic. Facts on avian influenza, pandemics, and government efforts are provided through research and interviews.

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Publication Date: April 2006

EMR and More: The Changing Landscape

This report examines electronic medical record technology and its impact on distributors, manufacturers, and U.S. healthcare. Get an in-depth look at EMR utilization, analyst projections, trends, government initiatives, and more. Interviews with physicians and industry leaders, a glossary, and additional resources are included.

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Publication Date: September 2006