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Quanta Dialysis Technologies, Inc. to be honored at Premier, Inc.'s annual Supplier Innovation Celebration. Sep 10, 2026, 09:00 ET BEVERLY, Mass., Sept. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Quanta Dialysis Technologies(R) today announced that it will be honored during Premier's annual Supplier Innovation Celebration at its 2026 Breakthroughs Conference and Exhibition, which is scheduled to take place October 6-8 at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, MD. The Innovation Celebration recognizes groundbreaking healthcare technologies launched throughout the year and highlights how these products help improve the health of communities. "We are honored to be recognized by Premier for innovation that is making a meaningful difference for both dialysis patients and their care teams," said Alejandro Galindo, Chief Executive Officer of Quanta Dialysis Technologies. "The Quanta Dialysis System was specifically designed to simplify the delivery of high-quality dialysis across care settings. This recognition reinforces our commitment to advancing kidney care and expanding access to quality dialysis treatment from the hospital to the home." The Quanta(R) Dialysis System is a compact, versatile hemodialysis platform designed to support kidney replacement therapy across the care continuum. It is the first-and-only FDA-approved, dialysis device that offers intermittent hemodialysis (IHD), sustained low-efficiency dialysis (SLED), continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) and home hemodialysis (HHD), all in one compact, easy-to-use platform. This innovative system combines precision, flexibility, and simplified maintenance to help care teams streamline dialysis delivery, while promoting greater access to quality treatment. Quanta's on-demand dialysate technology effectively eliminates the need for bags, allowing for smoother, more efficient workflows for care staff and dramatically reduced cost per treatment and supplies storage footprint for health systems. Premier's Innovation Celebration is entering its 15th year of recognizing and honoring healthcare supplier innovation. More than 600 suppliers exhibit at the Breakthroughs Conference each year. Winners are selected by a national committee of clinicians, physicians and supply chain experts who evaluate each technology and its impact on patient care. "Premier recognizes Quanta for its commitment to moving healthcare forward," said Bruce Radcliff, President of Supply Chain Services at Premier. "Recognized at our 2026 Innovation Celebration, the Quanta Dialysis System reflects our shared mission to transform healthcare through improving efficiency, quality and patient outcomes. We are proud to work with Quanta and commend them for their continued innovation." About Premier Inc. Premier is a leading technology-driven healthcare improvement company. Playing a critical role in the rapidly evolving healthcare industry, Premier unites providers, suppliers and payers to make healthcare better with national scale, smarter with actionable intelligence and faster with novel technologies. Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., Premier offers integrated data and analytics, collaboratives, supply chain solutions, advisory services and other solutions in service of our mission to improve the health of communities. About Quanta Dialysis Technologies Inc. Quanta Dialysis Technologies is committed to making high-quality and cost-effective dialysis accessible to every patient, in every setting, with its Quanta Dialysis System. In 2022, the company's Quanta Dialysis System became the first and only FDA-cleared device designed to perform intermittent hemodialysis (IHD), sustained low efficiency dialysis (SLED), and bagless, continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) - in one system. The system's innovative on-demand dialysate technology was also awarded the prestigious Royal Academy of Engineering MacRobert Award. In 2024, Quanta received FDA-clearance for home hemodialysis (HHD), offering a high dialysate flow (500 mL/min) system. This year, Quanta became the exclusive contract supplier of dialysis equipment and supplies for Premier members, contract #PP-NS-2201. To learn more, visit www.quantadt.com and follow us on Linkedin. SOURCE Quanta Dialysis Technologies

Premier and Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) expand strategic partnership to accelerate performance and mission-driven care delivery. CHARLOTTE, N.C.-(BUSINESS WIRE)-Premier, Inc., a leading technology-enabled healthcare improvement company, today announced an expanded strategic partnership with Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS), a Catholic nonprofit healthcare system headquartered in Springfield, Illinois. This partnership supports the health system's next phase of performance and transformation while reinforcing its commitment to sustainable, mission-driven care delivery. "Following a rigorous due diligence process, HSHS selected Premier to help advance HSHS's next phase of performance and transformation," said Nalin Kulasekara, System Vice President of Ancillary Operations and Supply Chain Management at HSHS. Share "Following a rigorous due diligence process, HSHS selected Premier to help advance HSHS's next phase of performance and transformation," said Nalin Kulasekara, System Vice President of Ancillary Operations and Supply Chain Management at HSHS. "This expanded agreement supports HSHS's ongoing efforts to strengthen operational performance and stewardship while advancing our mission of serving patients and communities." Healthcare organizations nationwide continue to face rising costs, workforce pressures and increasing complexity in care delivery. HSHS aims to address these challenges through the expanded partnership, which includes access to Premier's group purchasing program as well as its integrated data and analytics, supply chain solutions, advisory services, collaboratives and other solutions to better align clinical, operational and financial priorities. "Health systems today need more than incremental improvements," said Dr. Emad Rizk, Premier's Chief Executive Officer, President and Chairman of the Board. "They need a true partner that executes on aligned strategies connecting operations, finance and clinical performance. "Our work with HSHS is focused on building that connection, enabling their teams to move more quickly, operate more effectively and support their mission." The partnership will focus on three key areas: * Supply chain optimization: Build upon the existing quality and analytics partnership with a centralized and integrated platform connecting supply chain, clinical and financial data. * Clinical and operational improvement: Strengthen care delivery and operational performance by identifying opportunities to reduce variation and connecting cost initiatives to quality and outcomes. * Financial resiliency: Support operational and financial stewardship efforts by pinpointing financial improvement opportunities and aligning initiatives to measurable value. "We are confident this move will create meaningful value for our patients, colleagues and the communities we serve," said Kathy Donovan, Chief Operating Officer at HSHS. About Premier, Inc. Premier, Inc. is a leading technology-driven healthcare improvement company. Playing a critical role in the rapidly evolving healthcare industry, Premier unites providers, suppliers and payers to make healthcare better with national scale, smarter with actionable intelligence and faster with novel technologies. Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., Premier offers integrated data and analytics, collaboratives, supply chain solutions, advisory services and other solutions in service of its mission to improve the health of communities. Please visit Premier's news site at www.premierinc.com; as well as X, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram and Premier's blog for more information about the Company.

VMG Health names Ben Schwering Chief Technology Officer to lead technology strategy & innovation. August 20, 2026 Appointment reinforces the firm's commitment to investing in technology that enhances efficiency, innovation & cybersecurity. Dallas, TX - VMG Health, the leading healthcare consulting firm for business performance, announces today the appointment of its new Chief Technology Officer, Ben Schwering, to lead the firm's enterprise technology strategy. Schwering will oversee AI and automation, product engineering, and information security as VMG Health continues to scale its capabilities and support clients nationwide. Prior to joining VMG Health, Schwering served as Chief Information Officer and Chief Information Security Officer at Premier, Inc., where he guided the strategy and implementation of technology solutions that enhanced patient care, strengthened supply chain resilience, and improved operational efficiency. With more than 25 years of experience in technology leadership, he will build a scalable technology foundation that enhances operational efficiency, streamlines workflows, and enables VMG Health teams to deliver greater value to clients. "We couldn't be happier to welcome Ben to the VMG Health family," said Wes Champion, Chief Executive Officer at VMG Health. "His strategic leadership will help us modernize workflows, responsibly incorporate AI and automation, and deliver more value and security to our clients." Schwering brings a proven track record of solving complex healthcare and business challenges with secure, scalable, and innovate solutions. Committed to data and cybersecurity, service excellence, and creating patient-centered healthcare environments, he will lead technology initiatives that allow teams to better serve healthcare organizations. "I'm excited to join VMG Health at a time when technology is creating new opportunities to enhance how we work," said Schwering. "I look forward to supporting the firm's continued growth and empowering our people to better serve our clients." Schwering has extensive experience guiding organizations through digital transformation initiatives that support long-term growth, including technology transformation, AI governance, and integration initiatives that support organizations through periods of change. About VMG Health VMG Health is the leading healthcare consulting firm for business performance. Since 1995, the firm has designed its business to address any strategic, regulatory, or operational challenges that affect quality, profitability, and growth. With 400 dedicated professionals representing an extensive array of credentials nationwide, VMG Health provides the expertise its clients can rely on.