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StayConnected is GEDSA's global initiative to help reduce the risk of medical tubing misconnections

StayConnected is GEDSA's global initiative to help reduce the risk of medical device tubing misconnections with the overall goal of improving patient safety.

02/09/2026

Attending the ASPEN 2026 Nutrition Science & Practice Conference?

GEDSA will be exhibiting in Long Beach, CA, and we’d love to see you.

📅 February 14–17, 2026
📍 Booth 422

Stop by our booth to learn more about ENFit® and how small-bore connector standards support patient safety in enteral nutrition.

More conference details at this link 🔗https://ow.ly/6eAs50XGAwv — hope to see you there!

02/06/2026

Feeding Tube Awareness Week is February 8–14 💜

Join the global effort to raise awareness and support those who rely on feeding tubes every day. Learn more, explore upcoming live events and webinars, access guides and resources, and view the interactive map at the link below.

View Here: https://oley.org/page/FT_Awareness_Week

01/30/2026

Check out this powerful story from the AANA about a nurse anesthesiology resident who turned training into life-saving action in a critical moment. His commitment to preparation, patient safety, and clinical excellence exemplifies the dedication we celebrate in healthcare professionals every day.

Read Here: https://ow.ly/uUBj50Y5okw

01/29/2026

ASPEN has released a Practice Tool for Pediatric G-Tube Replacement in the Emergency Department, offering clear, practical guidance to support safe and efficient care.

👉 Access the tool here: https://ow.ly/mQ7B50Y5oa9

This resource provides step-by-step considerations, safety tips, and practical support for clinicians involved in pediatric gastrostomy tube replacement.

01/26/2026

ECRI’s Top 10 Health Technology Hazards for 2026 highlights Hazard #5: Tubing Misconnections Remain a Threat Amid Slow ENFit and NRFit Adoption. This is a clear reminder that NRFit conversion is critical to protecting patients and eliminating the risk of misconnections. To help facilities and organizations plan effectively, GEDSA’s members have developed an updated NRFit conversion timeline—designed to keep you on track, informed, and moving in the right direction for patient safety.

View the NRFit Conversion Timeline Here: https://stayconnected.org/nrfit/nrfit-conversion-timeline/

01/22/2026

GEDSA’s January 2026 Newsletter is now available 📰

This issue highlights ECRI’s Top 10 Health Technology Hazards for 2026, along with the latest ENFit and NRFit news and updates. You’ll also find new GEDSA resources and members, Board of Directors leadership updates, an updated CVS ENFit availability map, newly released ENFit and NRFit FAQs, upcoming conferences, and more—all supporting continued progress in patient safety.

Read the full newsletter here: https://ow.ly/hxhG50Y0S9v

01/21/2026

ECRI has released its Top 10 Health Technology Hazards for 2026, highlighting key risks that continue to impact patient safety across healthcare settings.

Hazard #5 focuses on tubing misconnections, noting that these events remain a serious threat amid slow adoption of ENFit and NRFit connectors. Continued use of non–application-specific connectors increases the risk of wrong-route errors that can result in significant patient harm.

Accelerating the transition to ENFit and NRFit is a critical step in reducing misconnection risks and advancing patient safety.

View the full ECRI Top 10 Health Technology Hazards for 2026 report here:
https://ow.ly/bV1y50Y0EaB

01/20/2026

🎉 Welcome ENvue Medical, Inc. – GEDSA’s Newest ENFit Member! 🎉

We’re excited to welcome ENvue Medical, Inc. to the Global Engineered Device Supplier Association (GEDSA) as our newest ENFit member!

ENvue Medical is a publicly traded medical technology company building a platform-based enteral feeding business. At the core of ENvue is the ENvue Navigation Platform, a 510(k)-cleared system for adult patients that provides real-time, bedside guidance during feeding tube placement. The platform is paired with proprietary feeding tubes designed to work seamlessly with the navigation technology, addressing one of the most critical and risk-prone steps in enteral care.

ENvue Medical is not stopping at a single indication or a single product. We are building a full enteral feeding company, expanding innovation from adult care into pediatrics and neonates, broadening our commercial footprint across hospitals, and introducing a comprehensive portfolio of enteral feeding products that support clinicians across the entire feeding workflow.

Learn more about ENVue’s commitment to better enteral care and clinical innovation on their website: https://envuemed.com/

Please join us in welcoming ENVue to the GEDSA community! 💙

01/19/2026

Oley Foundation One-Day Regional Conference
📍 Long Beach, California
📅 February 14, 2026

The Oley Foundation is hosting a one-day regional conference in Long Beach, bringing the community together for education, connection, and support. Join for a single day that can help inform and empower your journey. 💙

Register Here: https://oley.org/page/regionals

01/16/2026

Blenderized tube feeding (BTF) is gaining traction in pediatric enteral nutrition. A recent PubMed systematic review found that blended diets—including both homemade (HBTF) and commercial (CBTF) options—may help improve upper gastrointestinal symptoms, with potential benefits for quality of life for both patients and caregivers.

Read More Here: https://ow.ly/Puth50XT32H

01/14/2026

New & updated! 🎉 GEDSA’s ENFit FAQs 📄

We’ve refreshed this resource with helpful updates and clear answers to common questions about ENFit connectors, standards, and implementation.

Check it out here: https://stayconnected.org/enfit-faqs/

01/12/2026

Check out GEDSA’s updated NRFit FAQs 📄

We’ve refreshed this resource with the latest information and clarifications on NRFit connectors, standards, and implementation considerations.

View here: https://stayconnected.org/nrfit-faqs/

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