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You already know that our medication management solutions are the best on the market, but maybe you don’t know one of the secrets to our success. We think it’s a pretty important aspect of our business, as it contributes to how we go about our day-to-day operations and how we view our valued customers. In this newsletter, you’ll find out another reason why Phoenix LTC continues to grow, and our customer service and tech support teams are tops in the industry. Also, there are some extra advantages you’ll enjoy when you partner with a company like ours. Be sure to check out the section about our eLOCK carts, too, and learn some of the considerations to keep in mind when looking into adding them to your cart fleet.

Our medication management solutions serve many different markets — from skilled nursing to independent living. We are now one of the most prominent providers of premier medication management solutions in North America! In the following article, we are sharing a few facts about Phoenix that you might not have known. Please continue reading to learn why pharmacies all over North America love partnering with us.

Wow! That happened fast! We are already in the middle of the holiday season. Can you believe it?! Time flies when you are busy, right? That is what Phoenix has been up to – staying BUSY customizing, building, and shipping you the best medication carts on the market! 2023 has been another record-breaking sales year, and the Phoenix team understands that our clients are the reason we celebrate an additional year of growth in our business. I believe I speak for each team member when I state how much we appreciate you for trusting us with your medication dispensing needs.

Third Quarter Updates Welcome to our third quarter newsletter! We hope you’re finding value in our quarterly newsletters! In this edition, we share news about our exciting expansion into Canada, introduce Bruce Smith, and share some ideas to support memory care with your residents. What would you like to see in our future newsletters? Let us know here! A Patient Needs This Med… STAT! The term “STAT” is very familiar in our industry, as it’s the official term for urgent prescriptions. The word ‘STAT’ comes from the Latin word “STATim” which translates to “immediately” and it means that the order should be prioritized first as it is needed urgently. A STAT medication order should generally be administered within 30 minutes of it being ordered. The word “STAT” takes less time to say than “right now”. It’s shorter, only [...]

The term "STAT" is very familiar in our industry, as it’s the official term for urgent prescriptions. The word 'STAT' comes from the Latin word "STATim" which translates to "immediately" and it means that the order should be prioritized first as it is needed urgently. A STAT medication order should generally be administered within 30 minutes of it being ordered.    The word "STAT" takes less time to say than "right now". It’s shorter, only one syllable, and in urgent and life-threatening circumstances, communication needs to happen extremely quickly.   In the medical world, “STAT” became known as a need for urgency and can’t be misunderstood when compared to terms like "hurry" or "do it now". In situations when “STAT” is required, it’s very important to convey the message as quickly as possible without any doubt.   There's also a time difference between "STAT" and "right now”. While they're very similar, "STAT" [...]

Will Your Carts Be Ready When You Need Them? In this edition of our newsletter, we explore two very important issues – fundamentals of managing your medical cart fleet and some enrichment activity ideas for your residents. Both are incredibly important, because your carts need to be ready when you need them and your patients need stimulating pursuits. We hope you enjoy this newsletter! We encourage you to share it with colleagues, and contact us if there are any topics you’d like us to cover in the future! The 6 Fundamentals of Medication Cart Fleet Management Your facility needs medical carts that are reliable, high-quality, and will serve your organization for a long time. We have found that there are 6 essentials to making sure your carts stand up to rigorous, daily use. 1. [...]