Power Supply

When you think of healthcare supplies, bandages and gloves might come to mind – but what about leeches, newborn packs, and bionic ears? This week on the Power Supply Podcast, Randy Subramany , Director of Supply Chain at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, takes us on a wild ride through the lesser-known corners of the medical supply world. Discover the surprising challenges and creative solutions that...

Are you struggling to wrangle your organization's indirect spend and purchased services? In this week's eye-opening episode, we sit down with Rick Gresko, Vice President of Procurement at Jefferson Health, to uncover insider strategies for tackling these procurement challenges head-on. From navigating the blurry lines between indirect spend and purchased services to leveraging data for strategic d...

Don't miss this week's new AHRMM Subject Matter Expert Podcast episode, featuring Joe Dudas, Division Chair at Mayo Clinic. Joe joins host Justin Poulin to dive into the world of Collaborative Planning Forecast Replenishment (CPFR) in healthcare supply chain management. Drawing from his experience in non-healthcare industries, Joe breaks down the core purpose of CPFR and its potential to revolutio...

What does it take to become a sustainability trailblazer in today's healthcare supply chain industry? Just ask Kyle Tafuri, Vice President of Sustainability at Hackensack Meridian Health, and the mastermind behind his organization's most progressive environmental sustainability programs to date. Tune in this week and discover the secret ingredients of curiosity, seizing opportunities, and weaving...

What if the secret to unlocking supply chain excellence and ensuring patient safety was hiding in plain sight, embedded in the very barcodes on your medical devices? This week on the Power Supply podcast, Joan Melendez, President at Xcelrate UDI, joins us to uncover the untapped potential of Unique Device Identification (UDI) and its power to transform your value analysis process. From conquering...

This is the AHRMM Power Up Podcast with Mike Schiller and hosted by Justin Poulin. Every month, we highlight trends, strategies, and solutions from the field to advance the healthcare supply chain industry. In this episode, Mike and Justin share insights and updates from April '24: Human Trafficking Article Published in AMA Journal of Ethics. Check out their website to read the full article. AHRMM...

When it comes to hospital renovations, even the smallest details like trash cans and paper clips can have major supply chain implications. So, how can supply chain help turn a Sterile Processing department's renovation vision into a reality? On this Power Supply Season 10 premiere episode, we sit down with Tom Redding, Senior Managing Director of Healthcare at St. Onge Company, as he reveals the c...

In today's Power Supply Vendor Spotlight™, we dive into the future of healthcare operations with the AITA™ Smart System. Tune in as we speak with Matthew Chila, Director of Digitally Enabled Solutions at Ethicon, Inc., and Phil Gaby, Executive Director of Surgical Service Lines at a Community-Based Health System in Florida, to explore how AITA is transforming the management of suture inventory in...

This week on the AHRMM Subject Matter Expert Podcast, Justin Poulin welcomes Matt Mentel, Founder and Strategic Partner at Strategic Optimization and Innovation Partners, LLC. Together, they'll discuss the significance of focusing on core supply chain functions and logistics in the healthcare industry; exploring the trends, challenges, and opportunities Matt has observed throughout his career. Fro...

Are you getting ready to onboard your next supply chain superstar? Take your onboarding process to the next level with Suzi Collins and Justin Poulin as they share their secrets for setting new hires up for long-term success. Suzi, who's about to welcome a new manager to her team, shares her strategy for aligning expectations, communicating department goals, and navigating the intricacies of their...

This is the AHRMM Power Up Podcast with Mike Schiller and hosted by Justin Poulin. Every month, we highlight trends, strategies, and solutions from the field to advance the healthcare supply chain industry. In this episode, Mike and Justin share what you need to know from March '24: Mike Schiller named Executive Director for AHRMM – Congratulations, Mike! "Supply Chain Fundamentals" – 30-minute, e...

Tune in to this eye-opening episode of the AHRMM Subject Matter Expert Podcast, as host Justin Poulin welcomes Cody Fisher, Executive Vice President, Strategic Advisor at Concordance Healthcare Solutions, to explore the game-changing potential of AI in the healthcare supply chain industry. From simple wins to complex triumphs, they'll uncover how AI can deliver actionable insights that drive real...

On this can't-miss season finale episode, we sit down with Nancy Wobig, Senior Director of Medical, Surgical, and Lab Contracting at Mayo Clinic--Supply Chain Management, for a deep dive into the heartbeat of healthcare supply chain excellence. With a rich career at the forefront of supply chain innovation, Nancy unravels the complexities of navigating the industry's most unique challenges, includ...

This week on the Power Supply Podcast, we're diving into the world of critical access hospitals with Matt Hoffmann, Director of Materials Management at Humboldt County Memorial Hospital. Matt pulls back the curtain on the unique challenges of managing healthcare supply chain operations in a rural setting and shares his strategies for leveraging an ERP system to achieve GPO compliance. From buildin...

What if the key to transforming patient care and operational efficiencies lay hidden in the folds of your hospital's sterile linens? This week on the Power Supply podcast, Jason Isherwood, VP of Enterprise Sales and Customer Success at ShiftMed, joins us to explore the intricacies of healthcare linen services. Together, we'll uncover the current state of hospital/clinic linen services, while ident...

This is the AHRMM Power Up Podcast with Mike Schiller and hosted by Justin Poulin. Every month, we highlight trends, strategies, and solutions from the field to advance the healthcare supply chain. In this episode, Mike and Justin share insights and updates from February '24: • AHRMM Roadmap Report – The board is set to meet to discuss the results. • Mark Your Calendars: The Spring Summit is April...

This week on the Power Supply podcast, we're stepping into the forefront of supply chain innovation with Curtis McEntire, the visionary CEO of Trulla and Mazree. As a true disruptor in the pharmacy supply chain space, Curtis joins us to share how he successfully challenged the status quo to turn complex challenges into streamlined solutions. From tackling the intricacies of drug pricing and regula...

Is consignment inventory causing chaos and delays across your OR and SPD teams? Ever wonder if there is a smarter, easier way to manage this potentially problematic inventory? On this special Beyond Clean and Power Supply Vendor Spotlight™ co-release episode, we're joined by Keerthi Kanubaddi, Executive Vice President of Health System Partnership and Neal Ferguson Vice President of Client Engageme...

This week on the AHRMM Subject Matter Expert Podcast, host Justin Poulin sits down with Bill Brewer, Vice President of Procurement and Supply Chain Optimization at Advocate Health. Together, they dive into the crucial topic of environmental sustainability within the healthcare supply chain. From defining indirect emissions and Scope 3 to discussing the pivotal role of supply chain professionals as...

Is customer service and follow-up really becoming a lost art? This week on the Power Supply podcast, Alan Edwards, Vice President of Supply Chain Solutions Group at Mary Washington Healthcare, joins us to explore the art of mastering customer service and the importance of follow-up in healthcare supply chain. Tune in as Alan shares his strategies and best practices for maintaining exceptional cust...

How are healthcare supply chains evolving post-pandemic, and what innovations are leading the charge? Find out in this exciting new episode from the Power Supply podcast, featuring Tom Coleman and Michelle Colacion from Deloitte Consulting. Drawing from their groundbreaking presentation at the annual AHRMM conference, Tom and Michelle join us to reveal the essential role frontline professionals pl...

Has your hospital ever faced challenges from unpredictable weather or a natural disaster? Did you have time to prepare, or were you forced to ride out the storm? When the unexpected disrupts our transportation and supply chains, it can have a significant impact on our healthcare systems. Supply chain superstars Suzi Collins, Brian Bartel, and Justin Poulin join forces to tackle emergency preparedn...

In this AHRMM Subject Matter Expert Podcast episode, Preston Hall, AHRMM Fellow and supply chain veteran, joins Justin Poulin for an inside look into the prestigious AHRMM Fellowship program. Tune in to hear Preston share insights from his own Fellowship experience while highlighting key program requirements applications should consider when applying for the program. You'll also discover how parti...

This week on the Power Supply podcast, we're unlocking the secrets of teamwork, passion, and purpose with Andrei Armanca, System Procurement Manager at Ochsner Health. As a competitive athlete turned innovative leader, Andrei shares his playbook for cultivating an authentic work environment where professional growth and engagement thrive. From piloting organizational change to thoughtful employee...

In this season premiere episode of Power Supply Season 9, we're delving into the heart of healthcare supply chain innovation with special guest Angelique Vuilleumier, Senior Director of Supply Chain at Legacy Health. Join Angelique as she shares valuable insights and expertise on the advantages and challenges of establishing a clinically integrated supply chain. Come along as we dive deep into the...