Join me and my longtime friend, Dennis Orthman as we learn from his experiences, beginning his journey in the basement of Boston City Hospital. Dennis shares insightful stories of managing Central Supply through manual systems, the significance of public bidding, and the evolution of inventory management in a busy urban trauma center. He emphasizes the importance of mentorship and interpersonal skills, detailing how these foundational lessons have shaped his impressive career in the field.
 
In the second part of our episode, we focus on the impact of Tom Hughes, who became Dennis’ mentor, through his experience with the Strategic Marketplace Initiative. Tune in to better understand the growing professionalism and future prospects within the healthcare supply chain industry.

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