Today we announce the latest offering in our medical products compression portfolio, our reimagined Cardinal Health™ Kendall SCD SmartFlow™ Compression System. Designed to help caregivers and their patients prevent blood clots from forming in the veins, known as venous thromboembolism (VTE), this next generation of the Kendall™ SCD Series features clinically proven technology to increase blood flow in at-risk patients and help prevent VTE events, as well as enhance blood circulation and treat pain and swelling. Learn more about our newly designed system that’s providing an enhanced clinician and patient experience: https://bit.ly/4fG6OxC #productlaunch #VTEPrevention

Advanced therapies are paving the way for the next generation of medicine. Listen as Fran Gregory, PharmD, MBA, VP of emerging therapies at Cardinal Health discusses the current cell and gene therapy landscape, including insights into the product pipeline, cost structures, the current regulatory environment and reimbursement. #cellandgenetherapy

Tune in to the latest episode of the Power Supply podcast to hear Christina Tosto, vice president and general manager for Cardinal Health™ WaveMark™ Solutions, discuss strategies for reducing medical supply waste in our healthcare systems – ultimately driving positive patient outcomes and improvements across the supply chain.

This #GlobalBiosimilarsWeek, we reflect on the transformative role that biosimilars have on healthcare and the importance of increasing patient access. In this article from The Center for Biosimilars, Dracey Poore, M.S., director of biosimilars at Cardinal Health, explores solutions for a critical issue impacting patient access to biosimilars. #biosimilars #patientaccess

Peak shipping season is upon us, which can mean delays, longer lead times and higher shipment costs to healthcare organizations. More so, it has the potential to disrupt patient care. Cardinal Health™ OptiFreight® Logistics helps healthcare organizations implement shipping best practices, optimize supply chains, and proactively identify efficiencies and savings opportunities for leading health systems throughout the holidays and beyond. Watch Emily Gallo, SVP/GM of OptiFreight Logistics, talk about how we meet the shipping and logistics needs of healthcare providers. https://bit.ly/3UMtcfZ

Our Global Medical Products and Distribution team recently celebrated the grand opening of our Scientific Services Chemistry Center in Massachusetts. Led by our team of scientists, the center will manage a variety of services from routine quality control testing to advanced research and development projects – all supporting our commitment to safeguarding patient health.   Read more about this major milestone and our work to accelerate new medical product development. https://lnkd.in/eeAcCqUE #research #science #medicalproducts 

As accessible healthcare destinations, independent pharmacies are cornerstones of their local communities, providing quality care and building relationships with their patients that can last for generations. Island Pharmacy has served Ketchikan, AK residents for 50 years. Hear owner Barry Christensen, RPh, share his story of continuing his family business and advocating for the critical role independent pharmacies play in their communities. Tune in to Episode 24 here: https://bit.ly/4hKn0iB

Developing effective medical products for the operating room requires an integrated approach – one that’s focused on research, collaboration, testing and refinement.    Look behind the scenes at our product development process and discover how our surgical drapes and gowns team and industry experts are essential in our mission to deliver solutions that keep clinicians and patients safe during critical times of care. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e2tH9qFQ #operatingroom #productdevelopment

Last night, we announced two definitive agreements that complement our growth strategy: ▪️ Acquisition of a majority stake in GI Alliance, the country’s leading gastroenterology management services organization, to build on our specialty capability and create expansion in key therapeutic areas; and the ▪️ Acquisition of the Advanced Diabetes Supply Group, a leading national provider of patient-direct diabetes medical supplies, to further growth in our at-Home Solutions business. These transactions enhance our ability to deliver a greater value proposition for providers and patients, while driving sustainable shareholder value creation.   Read more here: https://lnkd.in/evgEmKYu

This #VeteransDay, we extend our deep appreciation to the brave men and women who have served, and to those who continue to serve. Chad Layne, MBA, manager of event-driven architecture and co-chair of our Veterans and Military Advocates employee resource group, served in both the active and reserve Ohio National Guard for 31 years. Here, he reflects on his service and shares ways to honor and support veterans: https://bit.ly/40IfXRC