Health care organizations face the balancing act of managing supply chains and controlling costs while maintaining quality care provide ongoing challenges. Group purchasing organizations (GPOs) offer hospitals and health systems a way to counteract rising medical supply costs and supply chain disruptions. But health care leaders are looking for more
While most health care executives share a concern about the environment, many equate sustainability initiatives with costly investments. However, when approached strategically, sustainability in health care creates bottom-line efficiencies that
As health care organizations navigate an increasingly complex landscape for 2025, supply chain leaders are reimagining their strategic role within their institutions. Based on focus group discussions with over 30
Executives in the health care supply chain are challenging how things are done. They are thinking differently about supply chain, moving it from a line item to the bottom line. Recent years have been tough, with lots of challenges, like more drug shortages than we’ve seen in almost 10 years. Success
Health system leaders look to reduce their overall costs by targeting supply chain optimization — almost half say it’s their No. 1 cost-saving initiative this year. But amid financial challenges, inflation and supply shortages, that goal is much trickier to achieve today. The traditional group purchasing organization (GPO) approach fails to
Health systems are under pressure to reduce costs, especially in supply chain. While that can feel like a monumental task, it’s easier to achieve when you approach it with the right game plan. Move your supply chain from transactional to strategic and create a high performing supply chain. This infographic details
Dan Hurry, president, Advantus Health Partners, was recently named one of top 10 people to watch in health care contracting, according to The Journal of Healthcare Contracting. Dan says, “Our [supply chain] model goes beyond the traditional design, creating a proactive approach focused on people, processes and technology – knowing
Advantus Health Partners is proud to contribute to a healthier world through various sustainability efforts. These efforts strive to improve the wellness of mind, body and spirit while strengthening our relationship with the physical world. Just recently, Bon Secours Mercy Health (BSMH) was recognized by Practice Greenhealth as one of
As a supply chain solutions company, Advantus started by managing supply chain for Bon Secours Mercy Health, a 50-hospital health system. Early on, we discovered that involving clinicians in the supply chain process led to better outcomes for patients and helped reduce costs.
Supply chain departments play an important role in the acquisition of medical devices and supplies. Physicians have the power to take on a larger role in this decision-making process.
Our Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Jimmy Chung joined Becker’s Healthcare Podcast to discuss clinical quality and developing value-based patient experience. Dr. Chung focused on several dimensions in the fifteen-minute podcast.
Advantus Health Partners Corporate Vice President Clinical Transformation Amy Whitaker was recently a guest speaker on the Med Tech Gurus podcast.
Amy discusses clinical transformation as being key for innovative technology. What can be done to achieve this, and what are the must-do steps. She also emphasizes the importance of data when it comes to decision-making in this thirty-minute podcast.
Dr. Jimmy Chung, Chief Medical Officer, Advantus Health Partners, Bon Secours Mercy Health discusses how physician leadership was critical during the COVID-19 pandemic, development of defined physician leader roles and creating a permanent physician leader position in supply chain organizations.
Advantus Health Partners is excited to celebrate significant work anniversaries for two team members, totaling more than a century of experience. Gloria Ruffin celebrates 51 years in supply chain Gloria Ruffin is celebrating 51 years of dedication to supply chain within the Bon Secours Mercy Health ministry and Advantus Health
John Wright, COO, was inspired to contribute to the healthcare legacy after seeing how his father led teams through valuing collaboration and recognizing individual contributions to team efforts.
As a supply chain and health care solutions company, Advantus Health Partners relies on the expertise and insight of its people. In this post, we’re highlighting one of our outstanding leaders: Craig Wright, Vice President of Pharmacy Services.
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