Healthcare technology management professionals are the backbone of hospitals and healthcare facilities. They are the specialists responsible for purchasing, installing, maintaining, and repairing medical equipment in hospitals and healthcare facilities.
They are quietly working behind the scenes to ensure medical equipment and patient monitoring devices are in excellent working order. They are committed to safe and effective devices and quality patient care.
This month we celebrate HTM professionals as part of HTM Week from May 17-23.
This dedicated week – organized by AAMI (Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation) – celebrates the healthcare technology management field and the professionals who keep medical devices safe and effective in healthcare facilities.
What do HTM professionals do?
HTM professionals are an essential part of any healthcare team. They keep life-saving equipment running 24/7. Their work supports nurses and doctors in treating and healing patients.
We appreciate the work HTMs do. It’s not easy. They work in high-pressure situations where lives may truly be on the line.
They are tasked with purchasing, installing, inspecting, repairing, and protecting medical devices and complicated medical systems. They run preventive maintenance programs across thousands of devices and conduct regular safety inspections.
They also advise and train fellow team members on the safe and effective use of medical devices. They directly contribute to improving patient safety and controlling healthcare costs.
Why is demand for HTM services growing?
Their work is becoming increasingly complex. HTMs are impacted by telemedicine and AI advances. The global HTM market is projected to grow from $34.4 billion in 2025 to $146.1 billion by 2035, according to SNS Insider.
And as devices become more sophisticated and networked, HTMs are working closely with IT and cybersecurity departments to protect against data breaches and ransomware.
HTMs are vital to a thriving hospital or healthcare operation. This work ties directly to patient satisfaction and outcomes.
Here at Sage Services Group, we work closely with HTM professionals providing extra repair support and as a trusted resource.
Consider our elite repair technicians an extension of your HTM team:
- We can handle those tough repairs (we see all sorts of issues!).
- Use us as a resource and for questions. We’ve been known to troubleshoot issues over Zoom.
- Send us repairs when you’re short-staffed or team members are on summer vacation.
- Let us handle the repairs so you can focus on your preventive maintenance schedule.
- Our quick turnaround times mean you get the devices you need fast.
Let us help you be more efficient with your time and budget. Start a repair request today.
Thank you, HTM professionals! We appreciate your hard work and dedication. And be sure to connect with us on LinkedIn to see how our sales team is celebrating HTM Week with our customers.
Frequently Asked Questions about HTM Week and Healthcare Technology Management
What is HTM Week? HTM Week is an annual celebration of healthcare technology management professionals and the work they do to keep medical equipment safe, effective, and operational in hospitals and healthcare facilities. It’s organized by AAMI (the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation) and observed each May.
When is HTM Week 2026? HTM Week 2026 runs from May 17 through May 23. The week is dedicated to recognizing the contributions of HTM teams across hospitals, clinics, and healthcare systems.
What does an HTM professional do? Healthcare technology management professionals purchase, install, inspect, repair, and maintain medical devices and medical systems within healthcare facilities. They run preventive maintenance programs, conduct safety inspections, train clinical staff on safe device use, and increasingly collaborate with IT and cybersecurity teams to protect networked medical equipment. Their work directly supports patient safety and helps control healthcare costs.
What is healthcare technology management? Healthcare technology management (HTM) is the discipline responsible for the lifecycle management of medical equipment in healthcare settings — from procurement and installation through maintenance, repair, and eventual replacement. HTM teams ensure that devices like patient monitors, infusion pumps, and imaging equipment perform safely and reliably around the clock.
Who organizes HTM Week? HTM Week is organized by AAMI, the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation. AAMI is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the safe and effective development and use of medical technology.
How big is the healthcare technology management industry? The global HTM market was valued at roughly $34.4 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach $146.1 billion by 2035, according to SNS Insider. Growth is driven by the expansion of networked medical devices, AI-driven asset monitoring, and rising demand for predictive maintenance.
How does Sage Services Group support HTM teams? Sage Services Group works as an extension of in-house HTM teams by providing patient monitoring device repairs and replacement parts. Our repair facility is FDA-registered and ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 certified, and our average turnaround time is 5-7 days. HTM teams use Sage to handle overflow repairs, troubleshoot complex issues, and free up time for preventive maintenance work.
