MIR, Vitalograph and ndd Medical Technologies showed their spirometer product lines for screening, diagnosis, and monitoring of patients with lung disease.
Airway clearance products, such as the CoughAssist T70 from Philips Healthcare, support the chronic patient. Philips demonstrated the InnoSpire nebulizer and the InnoSpire GO portable handheld unit, which is currently pending FDA approval.
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Philips Healthcare and ResMed showcased their broad range of non-invasive ventilation (NIV) products. Breas Medical demonstrated its Z1 CPAP and Z1 Auto CPAP micro units. Recent studies have reported reduced acute exacerbations and decreased hospital admissions for COPD patients who use NIV.
High Frequency Chest Wall Oscillation (HFCWO) solutions include Hill-Rom’s popular Vest Airway Clearance System and the new portable Monarch unit, SmartVest’s Airway Clearance System, RespirTech’s inCourage system, and the AffloVest system. All of these devices support chronic care needs.
With a focus on the reduction of hospital readmissions and improved patient outcomes, hospitals will be looking at their programs associated with care of patients with chronic lung disease. Facilities will seek products and solutions to support this underserved patient population.
About the author: Kathey Leibold joined MD Buyline in 2002 with over 24 years of experience in respiratory care for the neonatal, pediatric, cardiac and neurocritical care units, with rotations through PACU and the emergency department. She worked at Methodist Hospital in Lubbock, Texas, for five years as a respiratory therapist with an emphasis in critical care before moving to Medical City Dallas Hospital. Throughout her career, she has also enjoyed the role of preceptor, providing clinical support to new employees and students.
In addition to the respiratory, pulmonary, and neurodiagnostic product categories, Leibold is responsible for infant care, pulse oximetry, capnography, tissue oximetry and transcutaneous monitoring products at MD Buyline.
Leibold received her degree in respiratory care from South Plains College. She is credentialed through the National Board for Respiratory Care as a registered respiratory therapist, and is licensed by the Texas Medical Board as a respiratory care practitioner. She is a member of the American Association of Respiratory Care.
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