Tag: Education
Back in bid-ness: Medtrade adds new track for 2026
January 28, 2026Theresa Flaherty, Managing Editor
PHOENIX – When Medicare in July announced the return of the competitive bidding program (CBP), Medtrade show organizers didn’t miss a beat, adding a new track to its educational offerings, says Show Director Kerry Tyler.
The new track will comprise six sessions devoted to CBP led by industry leaders.
“We definitely re-shifted focus, but without eliminating the other sessions,” she said. “Knowing...
Learning: Schedule training thoughtfully
November 12, 2025Jill Blaser
Q. What is the best way to effectively train staff throughout the year?
A. In the home medical equipment (HME) industry, scheduled training programs are not just a formality. They are a cornerstone of operational excellence and patient safety. Our industry operates in a highly regulated environment, where compliance with standards like CMS, HIPAA and OSHA is mandatory. Regular training ensures that staff remain current on these requirements, reducing liability and safeguarding patient...
Clinician Task Force puts itself out there
September 12, 2025Liz Beaulieu, Editor
MINNEAPOLIS – The Clinician Task Force has budgeted money to cover flights and hotels for its members to accept more speaking opportunities, says Executive Director Tamara Kittelson.
The organization, for example, has offered to host a number of sessions next year at the Abilities Expos in Los Angeles, Chicago and New York, which will also feature content for clinicians, providers and manufacturers for the first time. One of those sessions: A multi-disciplinary panel discussion on...
Canadian Seating & Mobility Conference to showcase innovative products, continuing education
September 3, 2025Liz Beaulieu, Editor
TORONTO – VGM Canada will host hundreds of seating, mobility and complex rehab technology professionals in Toronto on Sept. 9-10 for 30 education sessions and more than 50 exhibit hall booths.
The Canadian Seating & Mobility Conference (CSMC) will feature a “New Product Walk” in the exhibit hall on the first day of the event. During the walk, attendees will vote for the new product that they think should win the annual Harding Award for Product Innovation, which will be...
HME Home Health, Eco Medical host summit for manufacturers
August 25, 2025HME News Staff
RICHMOND, British Columbia – HME Home Health and Eco Medical, two of Western Canada’s largest home medical equipment providers, recently hosted a three-day summit with 18 equipment manufacturers in Richmond, British Columbia. Last year, the companies hosted the summit in Calgary. “This year, HME and Eco both saw double-digit growth, and the manufacturers in attendance were excited to partner with Eco and HME on various initiatives,” said Michelle Harvey, COO of HME Home Health....
CSMC East will debut in 2026
July 14, 2025HME News Staff
TORONTO – The Canadian Seating and Mobility Conference (CSMC) is collaborating with the Maritime Home Medical Provider Association (MHMPA) on an event April 29-30 in Moncton, New Brunswick. CSMC East will bring together leading experts, practitioners and educators from across the medical and health policy fields to share insights, advancements and best practices. “We’re thrilled to announce the launch of CSMC East – our first-ever expansion of the Canadian Seating & Mobility...
CCS ‘on right track’
March 13, 2024Theresa Flaherty, Managing Editor
GLP-1 medications misconception: Nearly 60% of diabetes patients surveyed by CCS mistakenly believe that GLP-1 medications alone are a silver bullet for managing their health. However, these drugs need to be integrated into a long-term holistic care plan.
Education and support gap: The survey results highlight a real need for better education and support for patients managing their diabetes. Diabetes suppliers are well-positioned to...
ATF Medical launches education series
January 16, 2024HME News Staff
NEWNAN, Ga. – ATF Medical has launched “Making Complex Simple,” an educational series for case managers. The national provider of complex equipment and adaptive housing programs for the workers’ compensation industry will offer three courses in the first quarter that allow attendees to earn one hour of continuing education for certified case managers and state nursing licenses. “We believe it’s critical to provide credible education on these complex products...
NRRTS puts out call for speakers
January 2, 2024HME News Staff
LUBBOCK, Texas – NRRTS is currently building out its 2024 education lineup and is looking for speakers to share their knowledge, experience and positive outcomes. The organization’s webinars consist of a one-hour presentation using Zoom by one or more speakers on a specific topic related to complex rehab technology that will benefit its registrants. NRRTS, an accredited IACET provider for CEUs, requires speakers to complete an application/learning design document containing three learning...
Numotion refreshes learning opportunities
August 16, 2023Tracy Orzel
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. - To keep clinicians and ATPs ahead in the ever-evolving complex rehab industry, Numotion has updated its educational offerings, striking a balance between in-person and virtual learning.
“We want education to be accessible for learners and providing a variety of formats allows for the learner to select the option that works best for them,” said Britta Schwartzhoff, a Numotion clinical educator.
Designed specifically for PTs, OTs and ATPs, Numotion’s...