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Explore the latest stories and updates from across our company. From major announcements to behind-the-scenes insights, stay up to date with the stories shaping our journey and driving our success.

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Shaping the Future of Healthcare: What Will Matter Most

April 23, 2026
Dave Pacitti, Chief Executive Officer – Avanos Medical – In March, I joined leaders from across the MedTech industry at the AdvaMed CEO Summit.
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CMS Maintains NOPAIN Act Eligibility for ON‑Q* and ambIT* Infusion Pumps; Adds Game Ready* in 2026

February 6, 2026
Avanos Medical, Inc. announced today that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has released the 2026 Medicare Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and Medicare Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC) Payment System Final Rule. The Non-Opioids Prevent Addiction in the Nation (NOPAIN) Act requires CMS to provide separate Medicare payment to facilities for qualifying […]
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A Clear Vision for Avanos: Purpose, Focus and Growth in 2026 and Beyond

January 20, 2026
Dave Pacitti, Chief Executive Officer – Avanos Medical – As we begin 2026, I’m energized by the momentum building across Avanos and by the clarity we have around where we’re headed.
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From Strategy to the CFO Seat: Lessons from My Journey

December 10, 2025
Scott Galovan, Chief Financial Officer – Avanos Medical – Stepping into the Chief Financial Officer role for the first time is both exciting and humbling.
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With Thanks and Gratitude on Veterans Day

November 11, 2025
Today, on Veterans Day, we pause to honor and thank the men and women who have served – and continue to serve – in the United States Armed Forces. Their courage, sacrifice, and commitment to something larger than themselves are values that resonate deeply with all of us at Avanos. For me, this day has […]
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Doing the Right Things the Right Way: Finding Our “Fast Car” Through Collaboration

November 6, 2025
Jonathan Turner, Vice President & Chief Compliance Officer – At its core, Ethics & Compliance is not something that our team does. It’s something that Avanos does. It’s a commitment that we all make…
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What the Future of Healthcare Needs from Us

October 9, 2025
Dave Pacitti, Chief Executive Officer – In the short time since I joined Avanos as CEO this past April, I’ve been struck by the passion, dedication, and ingenuity of our team…
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Reflections on My First 100 Days at Avanos

October 1, 2025
Camille Chang Gilmore, Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer – Stepping into Avanos, my very first impression was one of warmth, pride, and purpose.
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Avanos Medical Acquires Nexus Medical to Strengthen Nutrition and Medication Delivery in Critical Care

September 15, 2025
Avanos Medical, Inc. (NYSE: AVNS), a leading medical technology company, today announced the acquisition of Nexus Medical, LLC, a privately held medical device company based in Lenexa, Kansas. Nexus is the maker of the proprietary TKO® anti-reflux needleless connector technology, designed to support safer, more consistent nutrition and medication delivery in high-acuity settings, including Neonatal and Pediatric […]
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100 Days In: Reflections on My First Months at Avanos

August 27, 2025
Dave Pacitti, Chief Executive Officer – As I look back on my first 100 days as Avanos CEO, I’m struck by the passion and dedication I’ve witnessed across our company.
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Avanos Medical Announces Appointment of Scott Galovan as Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer; David Pacitti Appointed to Board of Directors

August 5, 2025
Avanos Medical, Inc. (NYSE: AVNS), a leading medical technology company, today announced the appointment of Scott Galovan as its new senior vice president, chief financial officer, effective Aug. 1, 2025. Galovan most recently served as Avanos’ senior vice president of strategy and corporate development. His background with the company spans 12 years and is highlighted by a proven […]
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Avanos Announces Divestiture of Hyaluronic Acid Product Line to Channel-Markers Medical

July 31, 2025
Avanos Medical, Inc. (NYSE: AVNS), announced today the divestiture of its Hyaluronic Acid (HA) product line to Channel-Markers Medical, LLC (CMM), a privately held company based in Raleigh, NC. This transaction aligns with Avanos’ ongoing transformation, which is focused on advancing its strategic segments in Pain Management & Recovery and Specialty Nutrition Systems. The divested portfolio […]
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Why I Joined Avanos: My Vision for Our People and Culture

June 19, 2025
Camille Chang Gilmore, Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer – It’s been about two weeks since I joined Avanos, and already, I’ve felt the energy, dedication, and heart that define this organization.
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The Beauty of Partnerships: Reflections on the Launch of The Pearl

June 11, 2025
Dave Pacitti, Chief Executive Officer – Being at The Pearl was a powerful reminder of the potential we unlock when we embrace partnership…
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Avanos Expands Direct Operations for MIC-KEY* Enteral Feeding Products in the UK starting July 2025

May 22, 2025
Avanos Medical, Inc. (NYSE: AVNS) a global medical technology company, today announced that it will take direct responsibility for the sales and distribution of its MIC-KEY enteral feeding products in the United Kingdom, effective 25 July 2025. This strategic move reflects Avanos’ commitment to prioritizing customer needs, enhancing product availability into the future, and providing a seamless […]
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Looking Ahead: A Message from Dave Pacitti on His First Day as CEO

April 14, 2025
Dave Pacitti, Avanos Chief Executive Officer – In my first conversations with the Avanos team, I could already see the deep care and pride they have in the work they do.
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Happy Thanksgiving from Avanos!

November 22, 2024
Avanos Interim CEO Michael Greiner recently shared this Thanksgiving message with our employees around the world: As we come into the home stretch of our Transformation, I think about how the changes we’re making today are steadily becoming part of our DNA. Over time, the behaviors, the processes and the thinking that all seem “new” […]
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ON-Q* Elastomeric Infusion Pump and ambIT* Disposable Electronic Infusion Pump to Receive Separate Payment Under NOPAIN Act Starting January 1, 2025

November 11, 2024
Avanos Medical, Inc. (NYSE: AVNS) announced today that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued its final Medicare Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and Medicare Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC) Payment System rule for 2025. This rule, effective Jan. 1, 2025, implements the Non-Opioids Prevent Addiction in the Nation (NOPAIN) Act that mandates […]
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Thank you, Veterans

November 11, 2024
In the US, Veterans Day is celebrated each November 11 to recognize the men and women who selflessly served our country to protect the freedoms that we all enjoy today. For me, recognizing the sacrifices of our military on Veterans Day is personal. I come from a long line of family members who have dutifully […]
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Avanos Medical Launches New CORGRIP® SR

November 4, 2024
Avanos Medical, Inc. (NYSE: AVNS) today announced the launch of its newly designed CORGRIP SR Nasogastric/Nasointestinal Tube Retention System, further expanding its comprehensive Enteral Feeding portfolio. The new CORGRIP SR system, featuring a monofilament thread, is a nasal bridle solution designed to offer numerous advantages over tape. CORGRIP SR is designed to reduce the risk of […]
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When the Heart Drives the Business

September 3, 2024
Michael Greiner, Avanos Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, and Chief Transformation Officer – What I witnessed was a genuine commitment by our team to quality, safety and above all, to producing the best possible products for the patients who rely on them.
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A Message From Joe Woody

August 19, 2024
Keeping Dr. King’s Vision Alive As we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. today, it’s clear that his inspirational messages of peace, service and community are just as relevant today as they were 60 years ago. At Avanos, one of the ways we’re demonstrating our commitment to community is through […]
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Understanding Our “Why”

July 17, 2024
Joe Woody, Chief Executive Officer – we must not lose sight of the real reason we first embarked on this journey…it is the people who rely on our products that keep us striving to do better and to be better.
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My POV: Avanos & Dubai’s Parallel Transformation Journeys

March 11, 2024
Last year, Avanos launched a three-year plan to reimagine our business, prioritizing product innovation, supply chain effectiveness, and commercial and financial optimization – all with the goal of furthering our vision of getting patients back to what matters. This post is part of a series by Avanos senior leaders discussing the company’s transformation. I recently […]
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The Power of Teamwork: Uniting for Success

December 13, 2023
By Kerr Holbrook, Avanos Senior Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer “Doing everything you can, and then doing a little bit more to help the team win, is doing whatever it takes.” Chuck Noll, American Football Head Coach, Pittsburgh Steelers, 1969 – 1991 During our last Quarterly Business Review (QBR), I learned about the diehard […]
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Building Careers that Matter

November 15, 2023
by John Cato, Vice President, Global Human Resources – Avanos Medical In my many years as a leader in talent management and HR functions, I’ve seen firsthand how career development can make or break an organization. For that reason, Avanos continues to explore new ways to support the career aspirations of its employees. One of […]
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World Kindness Day

November 13, 2023
Around the world, November 13 is recognized as World Kindness Day – an opportunity to demonstrate how small acts of care and compassion can positively impact our workplace and our lives. Some days, it can feel like we’re drowning in negativity – weighed down by the struggles we see happening around the world, compounded by the stresses […]
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Veterans Day

November 10, 2023
As members of our Armed Forces, servicemen and women make a commitment to protect our country, our freedoms and our citizens. Their efforts make a difference for all of us, and on Saturday, Nov. 11, we recognize their service by celebrating Veterans Day in the US. One of the ways Avanos pays tribute to these […]
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A Commitment to Compliance: Small Steps, Big Impact

October 4, 2023
by Michelle Scharfenberg, Senior Vice President, Chief Ethics & Compliance Officer This year, Avanos launched a three-year plan to reimagine our business, prioritizing product innovation, supply chain effectiveness, and commercial and financial optimization – all with the goal of furthering our vision of getting patients back to what matters.  This post is part of a […]
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Embracing Discovery-Driven Innovation: The Voice of the Customer in Product Innovation

September 20, 2023
This year, Avanos launched a three-year plan to reimagine our business, prioritizing product innovation, supply chain effectiveness, and commercial and financial optimization – all with the goal of furthering our vision of getting patients back to what matters. Innovation is the lifeblood of any successful business, propelling it to new heights and ensuring its relevance […]
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Empowering Employees: A Catalyst for Business Transformation

August 9, 2023
By Kerr Holbrook, Avanos Senior Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer This year, Avanos launched a three-year plan to reimagine our business, prioritizing product innovation, supply chain effectiveness, and commercial and financial optimization – all with the goal of furthering our vision of getting patients back to what matters.  This post is part of a […]
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Avanos Medical Supports New Interventional Procedure Recommendations from the UK’s National Institute of Health and Care Excellence (NICE)

July 30, 2023
New guidance supports use of radiofrequency ablation for osteoarthritic knee pain ALPHARETTA, Ga., June 28, 2023/PRNewswire/ — Avanos Medical supports the announcement today from the UK’s National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) recommending the use of radiofrequency ablation (RFA) for the treatment of osteoarthritic knee pain. From the NICE announcement: “Radiofrequency energy is used to […]
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Easing the Burden of Change

July 25, 2023
By Michael Greiner, Avanos Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, and Chief Transformation Officer This year, Avanos launched a three-year plan to reimagine our business, prioritizing product innovation, supply chain effectiveness, and commercial and financial optimization – all with the goal of furthering our vision of getting patients back to what matters. This blog post […]
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Embracing Change: Avanos’ Three-Year Transformation Plan

July 12, 2023
By Joe Woody, Chief Executive Officer On June 20, 2023, Avanos hosted an Investor Day to share the company’s 2023 – 2025 transformation priorities and strategy, including plans for commercial optimization, innovation, supply chain effectiveness, and financial transformation. The goal was to provide investors with a clear understanding of the company’s path forward. The presentation slides […]
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Avanos Medical, Inc. Announces Sale of Respiratory Health Business to SunMed Group Holdings, LLC

June 30, 2023
ALPHARETTA, Ga., June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Avanos Medical, Inc. (NYSE: AVNS) today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its Respiratory Health (RH) business to SunMed Group Holdings, LLC (SunMed). Headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, SunMed is a leading North American manufacturer and distributor of consumable medical devices for anesthesia and respiratory care with […]
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Avanos Medical, Inc. Announces Agreement to Acquire Diros Technology Inc.

June 30, 2023
Unique tined-probe technology further differentiates Avanos portfolio ALPHARETTA, Ga., June 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Avanos Medical, Inc. (NYSE: AVNS) today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Diros Technology Inc., a leading manufacturer of innovative radiofrequency (RF) products used to treat chronic pain conditions. Based in Toronto, Canada, Diros Technology has been […]
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A Message From Joe Woody – 5 Year Anniversary

June 1, 2023
It’s hard to believe that five years have passed since we rebranded as Avanos Medical and began building our reputation within the medical device industry. In June 2018, grounded by our vision of getting patients back to what matters, and supported by our company Values, Avanos employees around the world began forging a path forward […]
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Announcing Matters of the Heart Winning Charities!

May 11, 2023
The votes are in! Our charitable giving program, Matters of the Heart, lets employees decide which organizations Avanos will support through charitable donations. It’s another way we demonstrate our commitment to what matters! The program awards $5,000 to the top 10 charities, as ranked by employee votes. We’re excited to announce this year’s winning Matters of the Heart charitable organizations (listed […]
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