Chicago, IL -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/19/2017 -- ImageFIRST Healthcare Laundry Specialists explains how an associate from their Dallas location went above typical job requirements to recover a 4-year-old patient's kitten stuffed animal.

ImageFIRST provides healthcare linen services to medical facilities throughout the country. At a local surgery center, an ImageFIRST associate was inspired to go beyond his ordinary duties for a young patient.

A 4-year-old patient in Cleburne, TX, chose to bring her kitten stuffed animal with her during surgery. After being discharged, she accidentally left the toy behind on the bed in her hospital room. The toy was gathered up with the blankets and tossed in a soiled linens bag. The child's mother called the medical facility looking for the kitten, explaining that her daughter needed the stuffed animal. However, the staff was unaware of its location.

When ImageFIRST associate Brock came to service the healthcare center, he was informed of the missing stuffed animal. He took the initiative to go through several bags of soiled linens to recover it. After finding the kitten, Brock returned it to the girl's mother and gave the child a new Violet Cow stuffed animal to replace her favorite toy until her mother could wash it.

The medical facility's administrator said, "I just wanted to give a 'shout-out' to Brock for the personable service and professional presence he always brings when visiting our center--for the way he bonds with my staff, but most recently because we asked Brock for help in recovering a 4-year-old's treasured toy and he exceeded our expectations." She added, "I'm sure you receive compliments on his service all of the time, but this was very special us!"

In addition to gathering soiled linen and delivering patient gowns in Milwaukee, WI and other locations, ImageFIRST associates known as Customer Advocates form partnerships with medical facilities. They give medical staff assistance with inventory management and serve as a constant point of contact for any linen needs.

To learn more about ImageFIRST or to order healthcare bed linens in Madison, WI, visit http://www.imagefirst.com/ or call 800-932-7472.

About ImageFIRST
Founded in 1967, ImageFIRST® is the largest and fastest growing national linen rental and laundry service specializing in the healthcare market. ImageFIRST's 36 locations nationwide serve over 11,000 medical facilities every week providing linen, patient gowns, scrubs and more while managing their clients' linen inventory for cost management. With a customer retention rate of over 95%, ImageFIRST is dedicated to improving patient satisfaction through quality products and remarkable service: their Comfort Care® line of gowns are proven to increase patients' favorable perception of a facility by more than 50%. For more information about ImageFIRST, your cost-effective solution for greater patient satisfaction, please visit http://chicago.imagefirst.com.

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Chicago, IL -- (SBWIRE) -- 09/26/2017 -- ImageFIRST, an industry-leading provider of healthcare laundry services in Louisville, KY, and other locations throughout the United States, announced the release of their new Product Catalog.

The new ImageFIRST Product Catalog is available for download at www.imagefirst.com/the-imagefirst-product-catalog. It features products that ImageFIRST provides as part of their comprehensive linen rental and laundry service programs.

Products featured in the catalog include the company's latest lines of patient gowns, scrubs, warm up jackets, lab coats, bed and bath linen, and premium linen for VIP and concierge services.

ImageFIRST offers linen products, comprehensive medical linen programs, and laundry services for many types of healthcare facilities including outpatient facilities (such as ambulatory surgery centers, gastroenterologists, orthopedic doctors and cardiologists), health systems, and hospital outpatient departments (such as radiology centers, pediatric centers, and breast centers).

These products are provided alongside the other services that ImageFIRST offers, including infection prevention laundering, inventory control for cost management, Customer Advocates to assist with linen management, and other services that are designed exclusively for the healthcare industry.

ImageFIRST Healthcare Laundry Specialists' products and services are designed to reduce the stress that can come with linen inventory and management for medical facilities, treated with infection prevention standards that exceed standards, and provide a cost-effective solution.

To learn more about ImageFIRST and their healthcare linen services in Louisville, KY, and surrounding areas, interested parties can call 800-932-7472 or visit http://chicago.imagefirst.com/. The product catalog is available for download on ImageFIRST's main website.

About ImageFIRST
Founded in 1967, ImageFIRST® is the largest and fastest growing national linen rental and laundry service specializing in the healthcare market. ImageFIRST's 36 locations nationwide serve over 11,000 medical facilities every week providing linen, patient gowns, scrubs and more while managing their clients' linen inventory for cost management. With a customer retention rate of over 95%, ImageFIRST is dedicated to improving patient satisfaction through quality products and remarkable service: their Comfort Care® line of gowns are proven to increase patients' favorable perception of a facility by more than 50%. For more information about ImageFIRST, your cost-effective solution for greater patient satisfaction, please visit http://www.imagefirst.com.

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Chicago, IL -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/27/2017 -- ImageFIRST Healthcare Laundry Specialists, known for their medical laundry services in Milwaukee, WI, and elsewhere around the country, stresses the difference that it makes to have dedicated Customer Advocates for their clients.

For many companies in the medical linen business, there is minimal interaction between the driver who drops off the linen and the staff members at the facility receiving the delivery. However, ImageFIRST recognizes that being attentive to a customer's needs and having empathy for their situation is essential to a successful partnership between the linen supplier and the medical facility.

For this reason, ImageFIRST does not hire delivery drivers; rather, they have Customer Advocates that build relationships with the staff that they serve. These regular interactions allow the Customer Advocate to be more responsive to the facility's needs.

An example of how empathy makes a difference was recently displayed at the ImageFIRST Chicago North location. One of the medical facilities that they serve had taken in a homeless patient from one of their client's offices. The nursing staff at the facility would take turns bringing home the patient's laundry to wash it. When the senior account executive from ImageFIRST, Lisa, heard of this, she decided that she could not ignore the situation.

After coordinating with the Customer Advocate and the management team at the facility, ImageFIRST organized a weekly schedule to pick up and deliver the patient's clothes. According to the site's Customer Advocate, the patient was very grateful for the simple gesture.

ImageFIRST provides more than just healthcare linen services to Louisville, KY, and other areas. Their attentive Customer Advocates also provide inventory management services, and are available 24/7 to respond to any emergency needs. In addition, ImageFIRST is known for quality, for example, their Comfort Care line of patient gowns, which has been proven to increase patient perception of a facility by at least 50%.

To learn more about ImageFIRST's products and services, visit http://chicago.imagefirst.com/.

About ImageFIRST
Founded in 1967, ImageFIRST is the largest and fastest growing national linen rental and laundry service specializing in the outpatient medical market. ImageFIRST's 36 locations nationwide serve over 6,000 medical offices every week, providing linen, patient gowns, scrubs and much more while partnering with facilities to better manage linen inventory. With a customer retention rate of over 95%, ImageFIRST is dedicated to improving patient satisfaction through quality linens and remarkable service: their Comfort Care gowns product line increases patients' favorable perception of a facility by more than 50%.

To learn more about the ImageFIRST in Chicago, IL, please visit their website at http://chicago.imagefirst.com.

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Chicago, IL -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/17/2017 -- ImageFIRST, provider of quality healthcare linen services for Louisville, KY, and surrounding areas, announces that having a "family standard" makes a significant difference for their clients and their patients. The standard dictates that ImageFIRST would not give patients of the healthcare facilities that they serve anything that they would not give their own family members.

ImageFIRST explains that not all laundering processes are created equal, which is why the company uses methods that specifically meet the demands of the healthcare industry. One of the primary goals of ImageFIRST's laundry services is to prevent infection, both to protect their associates and for the patients who will be using the linens in the future. Their infection prevention processes are compliant with OSHA, CDC, HLAC and ANSI/AAMI.

Dirty laundry is clearly separated from clean linens before it even enters the facility to ensure proper handling. The laundry is then washed and treated with the Triple BioShield Protection® Process, which kills up to 99.999% of bacteria for sanitized laundry. After the wash, a bacteria-inhibiting softener is applied to the fabric. Lastly, the linen is wrapped in plastic to be safely transported back to the customer's medical facility.

ImageFIRST performs various compliance checks daily, weekly and monthly, in addition to staying up-to-date with Corporate and HLAC certification. They also maintain their commitment to their customers by proactively replacing stained or worn-out patient gowns that they would not want their family members to wear.

ImageFIRST believes that by upholding this "family standard" that they are able to provide better services and products, including scrubs and medical uniforms for Chicago, IL, healthcare facilities as well as throughout the country. For more information on how ImageFIRST is the cost-effective solution for greater patient satisfaction for facilities in the greater Chicago area, visit http://chicago.imagefirst.com.

About ImageFIRST
Founded in 1967, ImageFIRST is the largest and fastest growing national linen rental and laundry service specializing in the outpatient medical market. ImageFIRST's 36 locations nationwide serve over 6,000 medical offices every week, providing linen, patient gowns, scrubs and much more while partnering with facilities to better manage linen inventory. With a customer retention rate of over 95%, ImageFIRST is dedicated to improving patient satisfaction through quality linens and remarkable service: their Comfort Care gowns product line increases patients' favorable perception of a facility by more than 50%.

To learn more about the ImageFIRST in Chicago, IL, please visit their website at http://chicago.imagefirst.com.

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Chicago, IL -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/20/2016 -- ImageFIRST, the nationwide provider of healthcare linen and laundry services in Louisville, KY, and across the United States and Puerto Rico, recently announced an expansion of their medical scrubs program. This comprehensive scrub solution program is designed to provide healthcare facilities with high-quality medical scrubs and to free up workers from inventory management so that they can focus on patient care.

The new scrub program provides medical facilities across the nation with a fully-managed inventory of high-quality scrubs. ImageFIRST hand-inspects each item prior to delivery for optimal appearance and accuracy. Women's, men's and unisex sizes are available, including tall sizes. Plus, the colorfast fabric ensures a uniform appearance wash after wash. All items are laundered with processes that exceed industry infection prevention standards to protect facility staff and their patients.

ImageFIRST customers can sign up for either a bulk program, based on the total number of scrubs per size, or an individual program, based on each staff member's needs. Upon signing, customers are set up with a Customer Advocate, who not only acts as a delivery driver but also helps facilities manage their inventory on an ongoing basis. All scrubs are embedded with RFID chips, a safe and proven technology that allows for fast, accurate tracking of scrubs. The use of RFID technology removes accurate inventory management while removing potential human errors and enables real-time, on-hand inventory reports at each delivery. Additionally, RFID tracking and reporting means minimized scrub loss and a customized inventory periodically adjusted by the Customer Advocate as needed.

Healthcare facilities interested in learning more about medical scrubs from ImageFIRST in Chicago, IL, can find out more by calling 800-932-7472 for a courtesy assessment of their current scrubs program. ImageFIRST can also be reached by e-mail at info@imagefirst.com. View ImageFIRST's full range of healthcare linen and laundry services by visiting http://chicago.imagefirst.com.

About ImageFIRST
Founded in 1967, ImageFIRST is the largest and fastest growing national linen rental and laundry service specializing in the outpatient medical market. ImageFIRST's 36 locations nationwide serve over 6,000 medical offices every week, providing linen, patient gowns, scrubs and much more while partnering with facilities to better manage linen inventory. With a customer retention rate of over 95%, ImageFIRST is dedicated to improving patient satisfaction through quality linens and remarkable service: their Comfort Care gowns product line increases patients' favorable perception of a facility by more than 50%.

To learn more about the ImageFIRST in Chicago, IL, please visit their website at http://chicago.imagefirst.com.

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Chicago, IL -- (SBWIRE) -- 09/27/2016 -- Medical facilities are careful to track the ways in which things like infection prevention plans, administrative organization and medical products impact the level of care that patients receive. But what about staff engagement? ImageFIRST, the leader in healthcare linen services from Louisville, KY to Los Angeles, advises its customers that a focus on how deeply staff members are engaged with the day-to-day tasks of their roles is key for creating exceptional patient experiences. The medical linen service based near Indianapolis, IN has released a new video on its website that shares tools and information for increasing staff engagement.

Presented by Martie Moore, R.N., MAOM, CPHQ, the hour-long video, entitled "Is Anybody Listening? The Cost of Employee Engagement to Patients and Organizations," is a crucial educational resource for medical facilities seeking to improve the patient experience. Moore, who is chief nursing officer of Medline Industries, Inc., has decades of clinical experience under her belt and has presented nationally on improving nursing practice.

In the video, Moore explains to viewers why staff engagement has a profound impact on patients, as well as the ways in which leaders may overlook what is truly engaging to staff. Drawing on her extensive clinical and executive experience, Moore helps leaders eliminate actions that cause team members to distance themselves from their roles, and assists leaders to move forward by teaching them how to create strategies that boost staff engagement.

"Is Anybody Listening? The Cost of Employee Engagement to Patients and Organizations" is now available for complimentary download from the ImageFIRST website. Those interested in this educational resource are encouraged to visit this link to view the webinar. To learn more about ImageFIRST's nationwide medical linen and laundry services, visit http://chicago.imagefirst.com or call 1-800-932-7472.

About ImageFIRST
Founded in 1967, ImageFIRST® is the largest and fastest growing national linen rental and laundry service specializing in the outpatient medical market. ImageFIRST's 36 locations nationwide serve over 5,500 medical offices every week, providing linen, patient gowns, scrubs and much more while partnering with facilities to better manage linen inventory. With a customer retention rate of over 95%, ImageFIRST is dedicated to improving patient satisfaction through quality linens and remarkable service: their Comfort Care® gowns product line increases patients' favorable perception of a facility by more than 50%.

To learn more about the ImageFIRST in Chicago, IL, please visit their website at http://chicago.imagefirst.com.

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Chicago, IL -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/22/2016 -- An incredible company culture, dedicated associates and unparalleled commitment to patient satisfaction have made ImageFIRST the largest, fastest-growing provider of healthcare linen services to inpatient and outpatient facilities in Louisville, KY and across the nation. Due to the company's rapid growth and expansion, ImageFIRST Chicago is seeking a Production Supervisor to join their team.

The Production Supervisor plays an important role in the satisfaction and safety of patients who depend on ImageFIRST's customers for quality healthcare. In this role, the primary responsibility is to manage a team of Production Associates and ensure that ImageFIRST's production process upholds its stringent standards of infection prevention and safety. ImageFIRST's production process consists of properly handling soiled medical linen, washing and drying in compliance with ImageFIRST's standards of sanitization, hand-inspecting each product and folding and packing each piece for delivery.

As manager of the Production team, the Production Supervisor will ensure that all associates comply with OSHA regulations for the handling of medical linen and laundry, standards that ImageFIRST prides itself on meeting and exceeding. The Production Supervisor will also manage ImageFIRST's Quality Assurance program, which promises that linen, patient apparel, scrubs and other items will be free from stains, holes and other imperfections. Among the Production Supervisor's other duties are the management of the production schedule, minimization of inventory loss and maintenance of high associate approval ratings.

A career with ImageFIRST is the perfect way for anyone to participate in the enhancement of patient satisfaction, even without a medical degree, by managing the production and delivery of healthcare bed supplies (and more) in Louisville, KY, the Chicago neighborhoods, and beyond. ImageFIRST claims a respectful, honest, safe and remarkable company culture and generous benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage, a 401K match, a paid vacation package and a company cell phone. ImageFIRST also holds regular community giving and associate recognition events.

Learn more about this and other available career opportunities at ImageFIRST by visiting http://chicago.imagefirst.com.

About ImageFIRST
Founded in 1967, ImageFIRST is the largest and fastest growing national linen rental and laundry service specializing in the outpatient medical market. ImageFIRST's 36 locations nationwide serve over 5,500 medical offices every week, providing linen, patient gowns, scrubs and much more while partnering with facilities to better manage linen inventory. With a customer retention rate of over 95%, ImageFIRST is dedicated to improving patient satisfaction through quality linens and remarkable service: their Comfort Care gowns product line increases patients' favorable perception of a facility by more than 50%.

To learn more about the ImageFIRST in Chicago, IL, please visit their website at http://chicago.imagefirst.com.

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Chicago, IL -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/08/2016 -- For medical facilities in need of quality healthcare bed supplies around Louisville, KY and nearby areas, ImageFIRST Chicago is a well-known name. The company has maintained success over the years—49 to be exact—by providing its clients with exemplary customer service, a job done right and honesty. By now, the ImageFIRST brand has become somewhat synonymous with patient comfort and stellar service.

ImageFIRST Chicago says its Customer Advocates are at the core of their success.

By delivering the clients' inventory, Customer Advocates are the primary liaisons for ImageFIRST Chicago, and act as the faces of the company. Moreover, they establish, maintain and build strong customer relationships through their responsive and creative sales and service strategies. Not only do they maintain their existing customers' satisfaction, but they are also responsible for some of ImageFIRST's Chicago's growth through their sales initiatives.

The Customer Advocates at ImageFIRST Chicago carry out a variety of responsibilities, like managing their routes to maximize efficiency, productivity and company revenue. They operate equipment responsibly, complying with applicable rules, regulations and protocols to maintain safety at all times. They keep organized and know their products in and out, becoming experts on information such as pricing, colors, sizing, changes, availability and product application. Most importantly, they build strong customer relationships by discerning their needs, resolving issues and ensuring satisfaction—all with positive, professional and enthusiastic attitudes.

ImageFIRST Chicago is calling any candidate who thinks he or she has what it takes to represent the company as Customer Advocate. To learn more about ImageFIRST Chicago, please visit the company's website. To inquire about working with the medical scrub and uniform provider serving Milwaukee, WI and beyond, please visit the following links:

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About ImageFIRST
Founded in 1967, ImageFIRST is the largest and fastest growing national linen rental and laundry service specializing in the outpatient medical market. ImageFIRST's 36 locations nationwide serve over 5,500 medical offices every week, providing linen, patient gowns, scrubs and much more while partnering with facilities to better manage linen inventory. With a customer retention rate of over 95%, ImageFIRST is dedicated to improving patient satisfaction through quality linens and remarkable service: their Comfort Care gowns product line increases patients' favorable perception of a facility by more than 50%.

To learn more about the ImageFIRST in Chicago, IL, please visit their website at http://chicago.imagefirst.com.

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Chicago, IL -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/27/2016 -- The premier healthcare laundry services provider in Louisville, KY, ImageFIRST Chicago, is known for their commitment to community giving. Through their partnerships with Ronald McDonald House, Habitat for Humanity, United Way and many more, ImageFIRST Chicago associates regularly participate in community service events—in a continuous effort to help strengthen their communities. This time around they took part in a 5K run to support Back on My Feet Chicago.

The race, which took place last February, was not their first encounter helping the Back on My Feet organization, with whom ImageFIRST has a long-standing partnership. Along with attending the organization's events, ImageFIRST Chicago's Atlanta cohorts hired Back on My Feet Members, and corporate associates took part in their fall bash in Philadelphia last year.

Three ImageFIRST Chicago associates participated in the run, which occurred in excellent weather considering the winter season. Chris Johnson and Deszmon Ali, along with ImageFIRST Chicago General Manager Scott Majewski, all completed the race, and were greeted by their fellow colleague, Doug Newton, who volunteered to hand out medals as runners crossed the finish line.

Back on My Feet is an organization dedicated to combating homelessness through hosting charity runs, offering community support, and helping homeless individuals acquire employment and housing resources. Including Chicago, the prestigious charity operates in 11 cities across the United States, and is committed to aiding individuals in their journeys from homelessness to independence.

To learn more about the medical linen service provider in Indianapolis, IN, ImageFIRST Chicago, and their commitment to active community engagement, please visit the company's website.

About ImageFIRST
Founded in 1967, ImageFIRST is the largest and fastest growing national linen rental and laundry service specializing in the outpatient medical market. ImageFIRST's 36 locations nationwide serve over 5,500 medical offices every week, providing linen, patient gowns, scrubs and much more while partnering with facilities to better manage linen inventory. With a customer retention rate of over 95%, ImageFIRST is dedicated to improving patient satisfaction through quality linens and remarkable service: their Comfort Care gowns product line increases patients' favorable perception of a facility by more than 50%.

To learn more about the ImageFIRST in Chicago, IL, please visit their website at http://chicago.imagefirst.com.

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Chicago, IL -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/24/2016 -- ImageFIRST Chicago, providers of Healthcare laundry services and nurse scrubs in South Bend, IN, have been the subject of high praise before. The company puts the patient experience at the heart of everything they do, dedicating themselves to providing quality products and services that make medical facilities safer for healthcare professionals and the people they serve. ImageFIRST Chicago has always strived to go above and beyond for each of the healthcare providers that they work with, but recently, one of those providers took time out of their schedule to write about her experience with the company.

Janice, a Registered Nurse, was clearly impressed by the way ImageFIRST Chicago sales people and customer advocates carry out their daily undertakings. In an email she sent to the company she wrote about how amazed she was at the service she had received "There is no way I could begin to convey how pleased I am with [the team]." Janice went on to describe the stark contrast between her previous healthcare linen provider and ImageFIRST Chicago, writing "the transition to services provided by ImageFIRST Chicago has been a positive, refreshing experience."

The team at ImageFIRST Chicago continues to provide exemplary products and services, all the while maintaining a personal relationship with the people they see each day. It's led them to great things and allowed them to help improve the patient care experience. Of course, it's always nice to be recognized for it.

To learn more about ImageFIRST Chicago, their medical laundry services, gowns, scrubs and uniforms in Louisville, KY, interested parties are encouraged to visit their website at http://chicago.imagefirst.com/.

About ImageFIRST
Founded in 1967, ImageFIRST is the largest and fastest growing national linen rental and laundry service specializing in the outpatient medical market. ImageFIRST's 36 locations nationwide serve over 5,500 medical offices every week, providing linen, patient gowns, scrubs and much more while partnering with facilities to better manage linen inventory. With a customer retention rate of over 95%, ImageFIRST is dedicated to improving patient satisfaction through quality linens and remarkable service: their Comfort Care gowns product line increases patients' favorable perception of a facility by more than 50%.

To learn more about the ImageFIRST in Chicago, IL, please visit their website at http://chicago.imagefirst.com.

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Chicago, IL -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/24/2016 -- Scott Majewski, the Chicago General Manager for ImageFIRST, recently accepted a position on the board of directors for Back On My Feet Chicago. Scott Majewski has been a part of ImageFIRST, known for their excellence in healthcare laundry services, like healthcare uniforms in Indianapolis, IN, since 2011. The company is the largest and fastest-growing provider of healthcare laundry services to medical practices across the U.S. and Puerto Rico. As a competitive runner, Majewski is a great fit for the non-profit dedicated to helping those experiencing or at risk of homelessness through running.

Scott Majewski is now in his fifth year as the GM of ImageFIRST Chicago. He has exemplified the company's belief in giving back to the community through his relationships with both the Ronald McDonald House Charities and Back on My Feet, at both the local and national levels. Majewski set up a program to service the Ronald McDonald House Charities by processing the linens for families staying at the houses so that they had more time to focus on their children. He is proud to support the Back on My Feet charity in Chicago, helping disadvantaged individuals find employment and community.

The mission statement for Back on My Feet is to "combat homelessness through the power of running, community support and essential employment and housing resources". The non-profit helps the homeless by organizing runs and helping to find long-term employment; they aim to provide training and employment resources, an environment that promotes accountability, and a compassionate community that offers hope. Scott Majewski and ImageFIRST are proud to support their mission by joining in training runs and participating in payroll deductions that are matched by the company dollar for dollar.

To learn more about obtaining healthcare-accredited laundering services or to contact ImageFIRST Chicago for more information on the company's sanitized gowns, uniforms and scrubs in Milwaukee, WI or nearby, visit http://chicago.imagefirst.com.

About ImageFIRST
Founded in 1967, ImageFIRST is the largest and fastest growing national linen rental and laundry service specializing in the outpatient medical market. ImageFIRST's 36 locations nationwide serve over 5,500 medical offices every week, providing linen, patient gowns, scrubs and much more while partnering with facilities to better manage linen inventory. With a customer retention rate of over 95%, ImageFIRST is dedicated to improving patient satisfaction through quality linens and remarkable service: their Comfort Care gowns product line increases patients' favorable perception of a facility by more than 50%.

To learn more about the ImageFIRST in Chicago, IL, please visit their website at http://chicago.imagefirst.com.

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Chicago, IL -- (SBWIRE) -- 01/19/2016 -- Increasingly, healthcare researchers and those dedicated to preventing the spread of healthcare-associated infections (HAIS) are finding worrisome evidence that home laundering of medical linens by medical professionals is an insufficient alternative to using a commercial facility. According to a recent study by the American Journal of Infection Control, home laundering "may fail to eliminate pathogens from garments," as no standardized methods or approved processes are undertaken to ensure that dangerous contaminants are eliminated.

ImageFIRST Chicago, a healthcare-accredited launderer of gowns, scrubs, sheets, robes, and doctors' and nurses' uniforms in Louisville, KY and Chicago, provides an affordable alternative for hospitals and clinics currently utilizing at-home laundering as their means of linen sanitation. The company is particularly qualified for the task because unlike other commercial launderers, it works solely within the healthcare industry and has developed its processes to respond to the unique needs of its medical clients. The ImageFIRST Triple BioShield Protection system, comprised of a sanitizing wash process, a softener/protective coating, and plastic barrier, is a comprehensive system of infection prevention that goes above and beyond current regulatory standards.

Without subscribing to a healthcare laundry service and instead relying on home laundering, medical facilities run the risk of increasing the chance that pathogens will remain on garments and linens, eventually causing surgical site infections in patients. Cost-benefit analyses reveal that the costs associated with tending to HAIs that may result from improperly laundered articles may far outweigh that of investing in a certified healthcare launderer, such as ImageFIRST Chicago.

To learn more about the importance of obtaining healthcare-accredited laundering services, or to contact ImageFIRST Chicago for more information on the company's sanitized gowns, scrubs, uniforms, and sheets for healthcare in Chicago or nearby, visit http://chicago.imagefirst.com.

About ImageFIRST
Founded in 1967, ImageFIRST is the largest and fastest growing national linen rental and laundry service specializing in the outpatient medical market. ImageFIRST's 36 locations nationwide serve over 5,500 medical offices every week, providing linen, patient gowns, scrubs and much more while partnering with facilities to better manage linen inventory. With a customer retention rate of over 95%, ImageFIRST is dedicated to improving patient satisfaction through quality linens and remarkable service: their Comfort Care gowns product line increases patients' favorable perception of a facility by more than 50%.

To learn more about the ImageFIRST in Chicago, IL, please visit their website at http://chicago.imagefirst.com.

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Chicago, IL -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/15/2015 -- Reducing patient suffering and raising their reported satisfaction with the care they receive is always a main focus of hospitals – whether this feedback is recorded or not. However, the results of surveys that measure patient perception of facilities often ultimately determine important factors, such as rankings and ratings, which influence a facility's reputation for quality of care. Recently, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has announced their approval for the administration of a new, mandatory CAHPS survey starting in 2017, designed specifically to give patients of Outpatient and Ambulatory Surgery Facilities a chance to give feedback on their experience. With ImageFIRST Chicago, a provider of sanitized scrubs, gowns, robes, linens and nurses' uniforms in Louisville, KY and Chicago, area medical providers can benefit from remarkable healthcare laundry service with patient comfort foremost in mind.

In just one example of ImageFIRST's patient-first philosophy, the company has designed and unveiled their Comfort Care line of patient gowns and apparel, created with the intention of ensuring patients' total comfort during their time spent in a facility. Made with a unique fabric unlike anything patients have ever experienced in a medical setting, these gowns and robes are warm, cozy and, above all, unbelievably soft. Seemingly small details such as providing luxurious-feeling gowns can drastically improve overall patient perception of a facility; in one example, patient surveys revealed a 500% increase in their overall satisfaction with the care they received, after their provider switched to Comfort Care gowns.

Other services unique to ImageFIRST are designed to fulfill the company's goal of achieving complete client and patient satisfaction. When providing gowns, uniforms, robes and sheets for healthcare facilities in Chicago, IL, as well as hospitals and clinics, the company uses their trademarked Triple Bio-Shield Protection process to kill up to 99.999% of bacteria. All linens are also guaranteed to be crisp, white and in excellent condition, as per the company's Bright White standard.

To learn more about how ImageFIRST Chicago's excellence in customer care and products can help improve patient perception of healthcare facilities, visit http://chicago.imagefirst.com.

About ImageFIRST
Founded in 1967, ImageFIRST is the largest and fastest growing national linen rental and laundry service specializing in the outpatient medical market. ImageFIRST's 36 locations nationwide serve over 5,500 medical offices every week, providing linen, patient gowns, scrubs and much more while partnering with facilities to better manage linen inventory. With a customer retention rate of over 95%, ImageFIRST is dedicated to improving patient satisfaction through quality linens and remarkable service: their Comfort Care gowns product line increases patients' favorable perception of a facility by more than 50%.

To learn more about the ImageFIRST in Chicago, IL, please visit their website at http://chicago.imagefirst.com.

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Chicago, IL -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/04/2015 -- For four years running, Back on My Feet, a national, for-purpose 501(C)3 organization that uses running and mentoring to help inspire self-confidence and independence in homeless populations, has held a yearly Birthday Bash-Querade to help raise funds for their cause. As the largest event of the year, the Bash-Querade raises more than $150,000 annually in support of the organization through donors and attendees who have chosen to make a difference in their community. This year, ImageFIRST Chicago, a premier provider of healthcare bed linens for the Chicago, IL area, has announced that it is once again a proud supporter of Back on My Feet and their 5th annual Birthday Bash-Querade.

This year's event, which takes place on Saturday, November 7th, will feature New Orleans-inspired drinks, hors d'oeuvres, and a three-course Mardi Gras-themed meal. Planned activities include silent and live auctions where guests can bid on exciting adventures, dining packages, sports memorabilia and more, as well as stories from program participants. As sponsors of a VIP Table, ImageFIRST Chicago will be there to represent the organization both as attendees and proud benefactors of this incredible organization. The event will honor Scott Majewski, General Manager of ImageFIRST Chicago, as well as David Dilcher of PricewaterhouseCoopers. As an homage to the group's commitment to teaching independence and life skills to homeless individuals through running and community, guests are asked to wear cocktail attire along with their finest pair of sneakers.

BoMF is just one of the many charitable organizations supported by ImageFIRST locations across the U.S. As a company focused on providing remarkable customer care through their innovative healthcare laundry services, ImageFIRST understands that making the connection between their associates and Customer Advocates, clientele and surrounding communities is crucial to establishing the highest possible service and customer satisfaction.

For more information on ImageFIRST Chicago's participation in the 2015 BoMF Birthday Bash-Querade, or to learn more about the healthcare laundry services offered by the company, visit http://chicago.imagefirst.com.

About ImageFIRST Chicago
Founded in 1967, ImageFIRST is the largest and fastest growing national linen rental and laundry service specializing in the outpatient medical market. ImageFIRST's 36 locations nationwide serve over 5,500 medical offices every week, providing linen, patient gowns, scrubs and much more while partnering with facilities to better manage linen inventory. With a customer retention rate of over 95%, ImageFIRST is dedicated to improving patient satisfaction through quality linens and remarkable service: their Comfort Care gowns product line increases patients' favorable perception of a facility by more than 50%.

For more information about ImageFIRST Chicago, the cost-effective solution for greater patient satisfaction, please visit http://chicago.imagefirst.com.

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Chicago, IL -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/13/2015 -- It is essential that healthcare facilities provide a comfortable environment for cancer patients, especially when they are enduring radiation treatment. Clean and soft medical textiles, such as robes, uniforms and sheets, provide cancer patients with the comfort they need during their stay. To provide a relaxed and clean atmosphere for their patients, the Cancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA) needed a reliable, high-quality medical laundry specialist they could count on. ImageFIRST Chicago is pleased to announce their partnership with the company and are proud to take part in the caring of cancer patients by providing first-rate medical laundry services.

The CTCA and ImageFIRST Chicago both share a common ground when it comes to the needs of the patients. By ensuring that their medical textile products are soft, comfortable and clean, the laundry specialists help the CTCA offer patients a positive experience during their treatment. Because ImageFIRST Chicago concentrates their services specifically towards the medical field, unlike other regular laundry cleaning providers, it puts healthcare facilities such as the CTCA at an advantage by working with a partner that understands patient satisfaction, infection prevention, and a busy staff. The company provides top-quality laundry rental and cleaning services that comply with the standards of the healthcare industry and operates with outstanding customer service.

A representative of the CTCA expressed the bond of the partnership: "We take care of our patients like we want our mothers to be taken care of, so we partnered with ImageFIRST because we get that [same concept] from them also. They take care of us just like they want their mother to be taken care of." She adds, "…our mission, vision and values are like twin sisters." Together, the companies focus their services where they matter most – the patients.

ImageFIRST's top-quality laundry services, views and operations go hand-in-hand with the CTCA's goal of making their patients happy. For more information on how to partner with the healthcare laundry specialists, please visit their website.

About ImageFIRST Chicago
Founded in 1967, ImageFIRST is the largest and fastest growing national linen rental and laundry service specializing in the outpatient medical market. ImageFIRST's 36 locations nationwide serve over 5,500 medical offices every week, providing linen, patient gowns, scrubs and much more while partnering with facilities to better manage linen inventory. With a customer retention rate of over 95%, ImageFIRST is dedicated to improving patient satisfaction through quality linens and remarkable service: their Comfort Care gowns product line increases patients' favorable perception of a facility by more than 50%.

For more information about ImageFIRST Chicago, your cost-effective solution for greater patient satisfaction, please visit
http://chicago-north.imagefirst.com/

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Chicago, IL -- (SBWIRE) -- 09/23/2015 -- Recent research on human behavior has shown strong evidence that the culture of the places where people spend their time ultimately impact their behaviors in remarkable ways. This is as true for the workplace as it is for individuals' home lives and time spent outside of work, and when it comes to the behavior of healthcare providers, this trend can weigh heavily on the overall success of the hospital or facility. Prevailing attitudes regarding proper sanitation protocol – such as routinely using soap and water or sanitizer while dealing with patients – along with enforcement of rules and accessibility of the necessary sanitation materials will determine a hospital's success, when it comes to preventing the spread of infection. ImageFIRST Chicago North, a provider of healthcare laundry services, announces its availability to help healthcare providers set the tone with consistent, timely deliveries of sanitized, spotless hospital linens and gowns.

Providing a variety of different services to Chicago-area hospitals and outpatient facilities, ImageFIRST Chicago North is known for both its impeccably clean garments and linens as well as its outstanding customer service. With Customer Advocates willing to go beyond the usual call of duty to provide excellent service to clients, and the patients who depend on them, ImageFIRST enjoys an excellent reputation nationwide for its consistent quality of care, as evidenced by many online testimonials. The company provides clients with rental patient gowns, scrubs and warm-up jackets, lab coats, surgical gowns and towels, bed and bath linens, and storage and hampers; they then take full responsibility for pick-ups, cleaning and sanitation with their Triple BioShield Protection process, and delivery on a timely, convenient schedule.

To help encourage healthy, sanitation-preserving habits amongst healthcare employees, Chicago-area hospitals and other healthcare facilities would do well to set the tone with dazzlingly white linens and soft, pristine gowns and other garments.

For more information about obtaining the services of the nation's most trusted provider of healthcare laundry specialists, visit http://www.chicago-north.imagefirst.com

About ImageFIRST
Founded in 1967, ImageFIRST is the largest and fastest growing national linen rental and laundry service specializing in the outpatient medical market. ImageFIRST's 36 locations nationwide serve over 5,500 medical offices every week, providing linen, patient gowns, scrubs and much more while partnering with facilities to better manage linen inventory. With a customer retention rate of over 95%, ImageFIRST is dedicated to improving patient satisfaction through quality linens and remarkable service: their Comfort Care gowns product line increases patients' favorable perception of a facility by more than 50%.

To learn more about the ImageFIRST in Chicago, IL, please visit their website at http://www.chicago-north.imagefirst.com

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Chicago, IL -- (SBWIRE) -- 09/17/2015 -- ImageFIRST, a healthcare laundry service in business since 1967 with locations across the U.S., is an industry leader when it comes to providing rental of the highest-quality sanitized patient gowns, linen, robes, scrubs and more. Renowned for their combination of excellent customer care and attention to detail, the company strives to build its reputation not just on providing remarkable services, but also on its interaction with the communities in which its associates live and work. Across the country, including at its Chicago North location, ImageFIRST associates can be found donating their time and money to worthwhile local charities.

At ImageFIRST, the company's end goal goes much farther than just providing quality product and excellence in customer care to its clientele. Along with their dedication to superior service, ImageFIRST believes that in order to build a great company, the lives of their associates, community, customers and patients should be positively impacted by all the actions of the business. That is why ImageFIRST donated over $400,000 and 15,000 combined hours to charities and community service events in 2014, including to organizations such as the Ronald McDonald House, Habitat for Humanity, St. Jude's and more.

In a prime example of the type of charitable works performed by the company, in July, ImageFIRST North Chicago associates made payroll contributions totaling $2,731 to the "Back on my Feet" charity, which uses running to help the homeless change their lives by changing the way they see themselves so they can make real change in their lives that results in employment and independent living. In February, associates from the ImageFIRST Chicago branch also took part in a Mardi Gras 5k race for the same cause.

For more information about the charitable works performed by ImageFIRST and its associates, or to learn more about the healthcare laundry services provided at the Chicago North location, visit chicago.imagefirst.com.

About ImageFIRST
Founded in 1967, ImageFIRST is the largest and fastest growing national linen rental and laundry service specializing in the outpatient medical market. ImageFIRST's 36 locations nationwide serve over 5,500 medical offices every week, providing linen, patient gowns, scrubs and much more while partnering with facilities to better manage linen inventory. With a customer retention rate of over 95%, ImageFIRST is dedicated to improving patient satisfaction through quality linens and remarkable service: their Comfort Care gowns product line increases patients' favorable perception of a facility by more than 50%.

To learn more about the ImageFIRST Lancaster, please visit their website at http://chicago.imagefirst.com

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