ICMED Magazine #7 – April / June 2026

Never lose track of them

Traceability is much more than just a procedure: it is the principle that makes it possible to identify, verify and trace every step along the heal...

Every bag has a name: end-to-end traceability and the promise of safe blood

Every blood unit has a unique identity that can be followed from donor to recipient and back again. This article explores how end-to-end traceabili...

From the second victim to the learning organisation

When an adverse event involves a healthcare professional, the consequences are not limited to the patient. This article explores the concept of the...

Operational Readiness: Protecting Patient Care in an Era of Growing Complexity

Healthcare innovation depends not only on new therapies but also on an organization's ability to manage growing operational complexity. From advanc...

Artificial Intelligence in Transplant Nursing: When the Algorithm Keeps Watch

Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly integrated into transplant medicine, offering new opportunities to enhance early detection of complica...

Traceability of investigational medicinal products in clinical trials and expanded access programs in real-world settings

The management of investigational medicinal products in clinical trials and expanded access programs relies on rigorous traceability throughout eve...

Traceability in IVF Laboratories: Bridging Global Standards and Ground Reality

Traceability in IVF laboratories goes far beyond the correct identification of gametes and embryos: it is the system that makes it possible to reco...

How ICMED has decided to measure gender equality

Women account for around 70 per cent of the global healthcare workforce, but they remain a minority in leadership roles and continue to face a sign...