Medical Packaging Inc., LLC (MPI) – Company News

At Medical Packaging Inc., LLC (MPI), we are always working to stay at the forefront of our industry in terms of technology, standards, guidelines, and more.  We always have something new and exciting happening for our company. Please explore the news posts listed below to learn more about our latest company news, recent trends in our industry, new product offerings, and much more.

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What is Sterile Packaging?

The importance of sterile packaging cannot be overstated. In a healthcare environment, the maintenance of sterility in medical devices and pharmaceuticals is crucial to patient safety.

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Increasing Safety & Efficiency in Integrated Delivery Networks

The rise of integrated delivery networks (IDNs) is contributing to higher-quality patient care, better patient outcomes, and other positive trends in the United States healthcare industry.

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Medical Equipment Planning

As technological advancements continue to become more complex and the healthcare industry races to keep up, proper planning of medical equipment is becoming increasingly vital.

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Reducing Medication Errors for Healthcare Providers

Healthcare is a field where precision is non-negotiable. One area where accuracy critically matters is medication administration. Lapses in this area can lead to medication errors, potentially causing severe patient harm or even fatal outcomes.

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Insulin Shortage Updates, Causes & Resolutions

The U.S. is currently experiencing a significant increase in drug shortages, reaching a decade-high with 323 active shortages in the first quarter of 2024. These shortages primarily affect generic sterile injectable medicines like various types of insulin due to factors like economic pressures, manufacturing complexities, and supply chain vulnerabilities​.

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Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Management: Key Steps & Challenges

In recent years, supply chain problems have significantly impacted many industries, including the pharmaceutical sector. Addressing these challenges is essential, as the pharmaceutical supply chain is a critical component of patient care. Any disruption in this process can negatively affect patient safety and the healthcare industry.

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Carboplatin Shortage: The Impact of Drugs in Short Supply Nationwide

Carboplatin, a crucial chemotherapy drug widely used in the United States and globally, has been pivotal in the treatment regimens of a wide array of cancers, including ovarian, lung, and breast cancer. Its unique efficacy in chemotherapy cycles has helped countless patients improve their lives after a cancer diagnosis. Since early 2023, the availability of this oncology drug has been affected, leading to what is now often referred to as the ‘carboplatin shortage.’

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Hospital Inventory Management Best Practices

Hospital inventory management is an essential part of improving patient safety and patient outcomes while also reducing inventory costs. Challenges to the health care industry, such as supply shortages and human error, make health care inventory management important. Following best inventory management practices can help hospital administrators achieve better inventory control while remaining in compliance with regulations and handling difficulties within the industry.

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What is a CDMO & How are They Revolutionizing the Pharmaceutical Industry?

A CDMO (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization) is a company that provides comprehensive services from drug development through drug manufacturing for pharmaceutical and biotech firms. They are revolutionizing the pharma industry by streamlining the drug development and manufacturing process, enabling faster, more efficient, and cost-effective production of pharmaceutical products.