“Respiratory new product trends are following the
trends of society. Everything is driven to be smaller, quieter or
less expensive. When you think about computers, electronics and
cell phones, it's the same thing. Patients are transitioning to
products that don't just meet patient needs, but meet patient wants
as well.”
— Scott Wilkinson, group product manager for oxygen
therapy, Invacare Corp.
“In this era of government reimbursement cuts,
manufacturers must supply providers products that enable them to
reduce operating costs and increase profits without compromising
patient health and safety.”
— Tim Clark, vice president sales and marketing, Precision
Medical
“It's no longer just about product — it's about
clinically efficacious product that is coupled with programs and
services that provide optimal solutions for both the provider and
patient. … It's a total package and win-win for the health
care provider and patient.”
— Kristin Mastin, director of respiratory marketing,
Sunrise Medical
