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MellingMedical Teams with Acuderm to Enhance Surgical and Dermatological Care Options for Federal Healthcare Providers

American-made surgical instruments and disposables expand treatment capabilities for veterans, active duty and DoD clinicians

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 10 , 2024 – MellingMedical today announced a new relationship with Acuderm, Inc., a leading American manufacturer of surgical instruments and disposable medical devices. MellingMedical will leverage its status as an SBA-Verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) to bring Acuderm’s comprehensive line of surgical and dermatological products to federal healthcare providers serving America’s veterans, active duty military personnel, and their families.

“Acuderm’s 42-year track record of manufacturing high-quality surgical instruments and disposables in the United States makes them an ideal partner for serving federal healthcare providers,” said Chris Melling, founder and CEO of MellingMedical. “Their specialized focus on precision instruments and innovative solutions like the Acu-Evac® smoke evacuation system will provide our clinicians with the tools they need to enhance patient safety and deliver optimal patient care.”

The agreement encompasses Acuderm’s complete portfolio of surgical instruments, including their premium tungsten carbide needle holders, specialized surgical scissors, disposable biopsy punches, and surgical smoke evacuation systems. The Fort Lauderdale-based company’s commitment to American manufacturing aligns with federal sourcing priorities.

“We are excited to partner with MellingMedical to expand access to our surgical and dermatological solutions throughout the federal healthcare system,” said Charles Yeh, founder and CEO of Acuderm. “Our shared commitment to providing American-made, premium-quality medical devices makes this partnership particularly meaningful for advancing surgical care for those who serve our country.” 

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About MellingMedical
MellingMedical, an SBA-Verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), holds a Medical Equipment and Surgical Federal Supply Schedule (Med/Surg), as well as a Pharmaceutical Schedule and ECAT capabilities, providing innovative and cost-effective healthcare solutions to all 172 VA Medical Centers and 1,138 VA Outpatient Clinics, all seven (7) VA CMOPs, 95 DoD Medical Facilities and Health and Human Services (HHS), including Indian Health Services (IHS) and the Center for Disease Control (CDC). To learn more, visit MellingMedical.com.

About Acuderm

Founded in 1983, Acuderm, Inc. is a leading American manufacturer of premium surgical instruments and disposable medical devices. Based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Acuderm specializes in precision surgical instruments, disposable biopsy punches, and innovative surgical smoke evacuation systems. With a 42-year history of manufacturing excellence, Acuderm remains committed to providing healthcare professionals with high-quality, American-made medical devices that enhance patient care and surgical outcomes. To learn more, visit Acuderm.com. 

Surgical Smoke Regulation Begins to Clear
MIAMI – Rhode Island becomes the first state to pass a law requiring the evacuation of surgical smoke in all licensed hospitals and ambulatory surgical centers, whenever a procedure produces plume. Meanwhile expected states like Colorado and California drag their feet and remain unable to get surgical smoke regulations on the books. This precedence setting law will give other states a place to hang their hopes.

Medical device companies like Acuderm haven’t waited on legislation. They anticipated a need and invented a solution. “There is no safe smoke,” said Charles R. Yeh, CEO, of Acuderm, Inc. “Forward thinkers, like those of us at Acuderm, saw the need more than 25 years ago when we developed our first smoke evacuator.

“Currently, there are thousands of facilities across the globe using Acuderm’s patented, state-of-the-art capture, collection and filtration technology to remove harmful particles, viruses carried in blood droplets and toxic gases from the air, while providing safer workplaces in the process,” Yeh continued.


Two years ago, California Bill No. 402 passed the state senate, requiring regulations to be in place no later than June 1, 2019. Despite widespread support, Governor Jerry Brown vetoed this legislation. Meanwhile Rhode Island Governor Gina Raimondo signed a similar law mandating statewide compliance by April 1, 2019.

Since 1996, OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) has recommended the use of smoke evacuators within two inches of a surgical site to capture airborne contaminates. OSHA’s etool kit for surgical suites states that…

• Exposure to high concentrations of smoke may cause ocular and upper respiratory tract irritation and create visual problems for the perioperative team
• Smoke may contain toxic gases that could have the potential for adverse health impacts, such as mutagenic and carcinogenic impacts

Similarly, AORN and NIOSH (National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health) both recommend the same combination of precautions, general room ventilation and local exhaust ventilation (LEV) or a smoke evacuator at the surgical site. Unlike other evacuator manufacturers, Acuderm’s patented TX™ nozzle collects the industry’s largest field of surgical smoke at the ideal distance of 3 to 4 inches.

ABOUT ACUDERM (Acuderm.com)
For more than 35 years, medical professionals have relied upon Acuderm to provide superior value, while maintaining superior quality standards. Patents: FDA (USA), ISO 13485 (International) and CMDCAS (Canada) certified, UL2601 compliant and maintains a CE mark in Europe. For more information and to shop our online store at https://acuderm.com/3-products.