There are many categories of medical supplies. In fact, medical supplies as a category itself can be listed, collected, sliced, and diced in many ways. I've done that here with hundreds of articles, but I've created this index so you can glimpse at some of what it's available, to help get your answers faster, and perhaps make you aware of some helpful lists that you may not have seen.
•9 Types of Medical Supplies
One of the first, and still most popular, articles. This will give you a good overview. It's a great one to skim (after this one).More »
•4 Types of Medical Supplies for Acute Care
This article will break down some of those most common medical supply issues in hospitals. You'll be introduced to how medical supplies can impact infection prevention strategies and efforts, and you'll learn why storing medical supplies is a major challenge for hospital efficiency and patient care quality.More »
•9 Skin Care Products for Pressure Ulcer Prevention
Another of the most widely read articles. Hospital acquired conditions are one all hospital CEOs most important focus areas. Pressure Ulcers (bed sores) are one of the most prevalent. Here are some tips you can use. More »
•6 Common Types of Diagnostic Medical Equipment
I've labeled diagnostic medical supplies as a type of medical supply that diagnoses conditions and diseases. These tools are used in every patient care area of a hospital, but also in walk-in clinics and other types of ambulatory care services. And don't forget about home health care too. Diagnostic medical supplies can be found almost everywhere.More »
•12 Types of Wheelchairs
There's a great need in the world for wheelchairs. This article has always been one of the most widely consulted articles on this site for a few reasons.
For one, many people in the world need a wheelchair. Second, many people don't realize that a wheelchair is not a "one-size-fits-all" product. This article explains the different types of wheelchairs, providing an introduction to sizing, purpose, and functionality, in an effort to help people find the one that suits them best. More »
•Types of Wheelchair Accessories
You can dive really deep in your wheelchair research -- and you should. It's a big investment, and it impacts your daily mobility. In this article I introduce you to some accessories you can buy to make your wheelchair experience more effective, more safe, and more comfortable. More »
•20 Types of Medical Supplies You Can Use At Home
Here's a healthy list of medical supplies that could be used at home. Not all of them are for everyone, but it may give you some ideas and hopefully, some answers for your questions.
This article is in two parts. At the end of the article you'll find a link to continue with the list.More »
•Kill Germs With These 4 Types of Disinfectant Wipes
There may be few things more important than keeping the environment of care clean. In this sub-category of medical supplies, I review four types of wipes that disinfect high-touch surfaces. More »
•4 Types of Protective Surgical Supplies for the Head
Better coverage and protective supplies have evolved to keep patients and staff safe in operating rooms. Here's a high-level overview.More »
•3 Types of Materials for Medical Cart Bodies
How best to store medical supplies is a challenge everywhere. You want cleanliness, you want safety, and you want efficiency. The solution often results in a medical cart. Carts are everywhere, and therefore the types of materials used in manufacturing a cart matters for all of the reasons I just listed. Get an idea as to how the different cart bodies make a difference and should be calculated in your purchasing decisions. More »
•4 Common Categories of Durable Medical Equipment
Like diagnostic medical supplies and medical carts, durable medical equipment can be found almost everywhere in health care settings. Here are four categories you'll see most often. Here we provide an introductory lesson into the issues you must consider when making your purchasing decisions.