Congratulations to Hari Bala, Chief Technology Officer of Health Information Systems! Hari has been recognized on Becker's Healthcare 2026 Great Leaders in Healthcare list, an honor celebrating the bold leaders who are actively building the future of healthcare. 25+ years building AI and cloud systems. 10 AI patents. And a leader who genuinely cares about collaboration, clinicians and doing innovation the right way. We’re honored to call Hari a solver and thankful for the impact he’s making for patients every day. Looking forward to what’s next! Thanks for your leadership, Hari. Read more about Hari's recognition: https://lnkd.in/eQ_e3ysZ #HealthcareLeadership #GreatLeadersInHealthcare #AI #HealthTech
Solventum
Medical Equipment Manufacturing
Enabling better, smarter, safer healthcare to improve lives.
About us
At Solventum, we enable better, smarter, safer healthcare to improve lives. We never stop solving for you.
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https://www.solventum.com/
External link for Solventum
- Industry
- Medical Equipment Manufacturing
- Company size
- 10,001+ employees
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- Public Company
Employees at Solventum
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Federica once hid her smile, feeling defeated — until Dr. Arcara stepped in. With a personalized plan and Solventum dental products, compassionate care brought her confidence back. https://lnkd.in/ewicEJH9
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What happens when curiosity meets a real clinical need? Modern wound care takes a transformative leap forward. Over 30 years ago, a plastic surgeon and a biomedical engineer—Dr. Louis Argenta and Dr. Michael Morykwas—asked a bold, unconventional question: What if wounds could heal more effectively when treated as an active system, not a passive process? Their answer? Solventum™ V.A.C.® Therapy—a breakthrough that introduced controlled negative pressure to the wound bed, fundamentally reshaping how clinicians approach wound care. Since then, this innovation has: • Set new standards in modern wound care • Empowered clinicians to create optimal healing environments • Improved outcomes for millions of patients worldwide Today, we celebrate Dr. Argenta and Dr. Morykwas’ induction into the National Inventors Hall of Fame Class of 2026—a recognition of innovation driven by human need and clinical insight. Discover the midnight idea that changed wound care—and the remarkable journey behind it: https://lnkd.in/gq7EUcCW
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Solventum will report its first quarter fiscal 2026 earnings on May 5, 2026. Join us for a live webcast at 3:30 p.m. CDT (4:30 p.m. EDT) as we share results and key updates. https://lnkd.in/ei_GbyRy
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After heart surgery, Arend's work as a quality engineer became deeply personal. That’s why we solve. https://lnkd.in/eeQicAvY
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Virgil’s journey back to the tennis court started with something simple: warmth. In a time of vulnerability before surgery, comfort made all the difference. That’s why we solve. https://lnkd.in/eJ-RfJ-x
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Our Brookings team is at the heart of healthcare manufacturing in South Dakota, supporting clinicians and patients across the globe. Last week, we celebrated the expansion of our largest facility, adding new production lines and advanced technology to build critical medical tools clinicians count on. We’re thankful for the support from Governor Larry Rhoden and all the federal, state and local officials and proud of our 1,200 dedicated employees in South Dakota. Their commitment strengthens the Brookings community by driving growth and creating opportunities. This investment means we can deliver life-saving innovations faster and help more clinicians provide reliable care for their patients. #HealthcareInnovation #medtech #Solventum
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We're taking big steps to shape the future of healthcare. Yesterday, we officially opened our new Eagan Hub, home to our flagship R&D center and a place where ideas turn into real solutions for clinicians and patients. We were proud to welcome Governor Tim Walz (Office of Governor Tim Walz & Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan) and Senator Amy Klobuchar and are grateful for their support, and it was great to celebrate this milestone with CEO Bryan Hanson and so many local employees who helped make this day possible. Two years into life as an independent company, and building on 70 years of innovation, this new hub enables our 2,000 local solvers to connect in person across labs, workspaces and a pilot factory designed for collaboration and speed. We never stop solving for you! #HealthcareInnovation #Minnesota #Solventum
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As healthcare innovation accelerates, trust must advance in parallel. In a recent episode of The Beat podcast by HLTH Inc., Solventum’s chief technology officer for Health Information Systems, Hari Bala, joined to discuss one of the most critical issues facing the industry today: building confidence in AI adoption. When grounded in transparency, clinical expertise and rigorous validation, AI has the potential to enhance provider efficiency, strengthen decision making and improve patient outcomes. In the episode, “Trust Is the Foundation of Healthcare AI with Solventum," we explore how healthcare leaders can build trust, empower care teams and responsibly integrate AI into clinical workflows. Listen to the full conversation: https://lnkd.in/ghDQqsKS #HealthcareAI #AIAdoption #HealthTech Solventum Medical
AI adoption in healthcare doesn’t start with technology, it starts with trust. In this episode, Hari Bala, Chief Technology Officer for Health Information Systems at Solventum Medical, shares insights from Solventum’s recent global survey of healthcare professionals on AI adoption. The findings reveal growing demand for AI—alongside real concerns that innovation could increase pressure on clinicians. Hari discusses the three key trust factors driving successful implementation, why trust is the currency of AI adoption, and how organizations can ensure AI supports—not overshadows—providers. He also explores how speed and quality can improve together, the cultural shifts required for sustainable change, and how leaders should evaluate potential technology partners. 🎧 Tune in to learn how healthcare organizations can introduce AI in ways that feel safe, effective, and clinician-centered: https://lnkd.in/gjm7HyJ2
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