The Latest in Respiratory Care & Innovation
Stay informed with the latest news, research, and product updates from Monaghan Medical. Our commitment to advancing respiratory care drives us to develop innovative aerosol drug delivery devices and asthma management solutions that improve patient outcomes. Here, you’ll find expert insights, clinical studies, and industry updates to help healthcare professionals and patients stay ahead in respiratory health. Explore our news articles to learn about breakthrough technologies, upcoming events, and Monaghan Medical’s contributions to the future of respiratory care.
Microplastics and Respiratory Device Safety
Can repeated use, cleaning, or normal operation of a nebulizer or airway clearance device introduce plastic particles into the medication aerosol or airflow they breathe? Environmental studies can't directly answer that question. Evaluating a particular device requires product-specific testing.
Significant reductions in costly pulmonary complications with use of drug-free device
Post-operative pulmonary complications (PPCs) are a major burden to the healthcare system. A new real-world study published in Pulmonary Therapy, indicates significant reductions in costs when using the AEROBIKA® oscillating positive expiratory pressure (OPEP) device in the postoperative care setting.1 The retrospective database analysis including 288 patients undergoing cardiac, thoracic or upper abdominal surgery suggests that use […]
Read the post:Significant reductions in costly pulmonary complications with use of drug-free deviceMonaghan’s drug-free Aerobika® device helps reduce the real-world impact of exacerbations in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
SYRACUSE, NY, 21 February, 2017 – Monaghan Medical Corporation (MMC) today announced the publication of a study in Pulmonary Therapy showing treatment with the Aerobika® device can significantly reduce the recurrence of exacerbations of COPD in the crucial 30-day period following hospitalization or emergency room visits.1 The study also showed that per-patient cost of exacerbations was significantly lower in the […]
Read the post:Monaghan’s drug-free Aerobika® device helps reduce the real-world impact of exacerbations in chronic obstructive pulmonary diseaseNew Study Shows Monaghan Medical’s Drug-Free Aerobika® Device Shows Promise for Treatment of Bronchiectasis
SYRACUSE, NY, January 12, 2017 – Monaghan Medical Corporation (MMC) today announced that the findings of a study published in the most recent issue of Academic Radiology shows that patients with non-cystic fibrosis (CF) bronchiectasis responded favorably to airway maintenance therapy using the Aerobika® device. This latest study adds to the growing base of evidence that demonstrates Monaghan’s […]
Read the post:New Study Shows Monaghan Medical’s Drug-Free Aerobika® Device Shows Promise for Treatment of BronchiectasisNew Study Shows Monaghan Medical’s Drug-Free Aerobika® Device Reduces Acute Drug Usage And Costs Following COPD Exacerbations
Real-world study presented at CHEST 2016 Annual Meeting in Los Angeles SYRACUSE, NY, October 27, 2016 – Monaghan Medical Corporation (MMC) today announced that a new study presented to the American College of Chest Physicians (CHEST) shows MMC’s Aerobika® device is effective in reducing drug use for treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). COPD is a […]
Read the post:New Study Shows Monaghan Medical’s Drug-Free Aerobika® Device Reduces Acute Drug Usage And Costs Following COPD ExacerbationsStates Engaging Students
Students take part in fun activities, such as this “MacGyver Exercise,” at the Arizona Student Conference. These students used random items to make a working bubble humidifier out of a water bottle, straw, high flow oxygen tubing, and a mask. The activity showcased their teamwork, communication, and time management skills. Plain and simple, students are […]
Read the post:States Engaging StudentsA Look at the Immunocompromised Patient in Respiratory Failure
In this episode of Big Ideas Theater, Courtney Rowan, MD, discusses strategies for the immunocompromised patient in respiratory failure as well as the uniqueness of this patient population. Watch More Big Ideas Theater Big Ideas Theater 2017 was filmed at the AARC Congress 2017 in Indianapolis, IN. Congress speakers and lecturers shared their expertise and […]
Read the post:A Look at the Immunocompromised Patient in Respiratory FailureSinging for Pulmonary Rehab
The Rockin’ Rehabbers Moving up the breathing charts since 2015, the Rockin’ Rehabbers is a singing group out of UC Davis Hospital in Sacramento, CA. Formed as part of the hospital’s pulmonary rehab program, they meet often to practice their singing, giving their lungs a good exercise each time. “Inspiration for the group came in […]
Read the post:Singing for Pulmonary RehabUse RC Week Promo Code and Save on Your Congress Registration
Register for Congress today or tomorrow (Oct. 23-24) with your RC Week promo code and you’ll receive a 10 percent discount! Use code RC10. Spread the word to friends and team members too before this rate slips away! Register Now! Offer not valid for Student and Senior Rates
Read the post:Use RC Week Promo Code and Save on Your Congress RegistrationPre-course Fuels Leadership Inspiration
Dozens of individuals with an assortment of backgrounds and roles in respiratory care take part in the 2018 Summer Forum Women in Leadership pre-course. This presentation will reprise itself at the annual Congress meeting in December. To provide a wide variety of content options to Congress participants, the AARC offers pre-courses, one being the Women […]
Read the post:Pre-course Fuels Leadership InspirationCompetency Assessments: They Don’t Have to be a Drag
Regular competency assessments are a fact of life in a profession like respiratory care where facilities must ensure the ongoing ability of clinicians to deliver high-quality care. No one looks forward to them, but believe it or not, the managers and clinical educators charged with planning these activities really do work hard to make them […]
Read the post:Competency Assessments: They Don’t Have to be a Drag