Veteran and HTM leader Bruce Maden passed away on June 10, 2025. He was born July 27, 1950, in Lynn, Massachusetts where he attended school and graduated from Lynn Trade in 1969. He enlisted in the Air Force and served in weather equipment maintenance while stationed in Orlando; Guam; Washington, D.C.; Weisbaden AFB in Germany; and Pease AFB in New Hampshire.
After his discharge from the Air Force, Bruce went to work at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in the biomedical department and worked his way up to director the biomedical department and was in Boston for 10 years. He relocated with his wife to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, in 1989. He worked at Broward Health Hospital and then went to work at Miami Children’s Hospital where he worked in the biomedical department for 10 years. He then worked at MedEquip Biomedical until he retired in 2016.
Colleagues recall his dedication and hard work.
“Bruce and I worked together for many years, both in Boston and in Miami. In addition to being a pleasure to work with, he was knowledgeable and dedicated to his profession. I consider myself fortunate to have known and worked with him and will always treasure our years together,” Frank Magnarelli shared online.
“Bruce will always be in my heart. He was best man at my wedding with Linda, Bruce was (is) my friend. No nonsense leadership in clinical engineering at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, loved by his co-workers, dedicated and committed to healthcare,” Phil Levine wrote online.
MedEquip Biomedical President/CEO Michael Lipson remembers Maden as a leader who helped colleagues.
“Bruce was OG in the health technology management (HTM) field, demonstrating leadership and a commitment to mentorship throughout his career. At MedEquip Biomedical and in his time in the hospital environment, he trained numerous technicians in medical equipment repair and clinical applications. His active involvement with the Florida Biomedical Society further amplified his impact, as he consistently supported its initiatives and growth,” Lipson said.
“Bruce’s lasting impact was in his ability to forge meaningful connections and mentor others in the HTM field,” Lipson added. “His contributions to biomedical societies nationwide through MedEquip Biomedical and personal involvement, particularly with the Florida Biomedical Society, left a lasting mark on the industry and its community.”
Maden not only mentored the next generation of HTM, but he also enjoyed it immensely.
“One vivid memory is of Bruce emceeing the annual SFAMI Casino Night, an event hosted by MedEquip Biomedical for a decade. His enthusiasm and warm smile lit up the room, reflecting his genuine enjoyment of bringing people together. That image perfectly captures Bruce’s spirit as both a colleague and a friend,” Lipson recalled.
“Bruce was a truly good guy, defined by his integrity, strong work ethic, and good values,” Lipson said. “His presence enriched both the HTM community and the lives of those fortunate enough to know him.
His greatest pleasure was traveling, and he enjoyed several cruise trips. Travels included a World Cruise, Alaska, Hawaii, Northern Europe, and Mediterranean cruises.
Bruce is survived by his wife Janice; sister Pamela J. Maden (Sanbornville, N.H.); sister-in-law Cathie Daugherty (Winter Springs, Fl); Sister-in-law Carol Kennedy ( Astatula, Fl); brother-in-law Thomas Clarke ( Anderson, S.C.). Nephews: John Paul Story (Swampscott, Ma). Jeffrey Rains (Anderson, S.C.); Donny (Shelly) Daugherty( Winter Springs); niece Brandi McAlister (Iva, S.C.), grandnephews Joseph Rains, Jeremy Rains, and Wyatt McAlister. grandnieces: Amber Daugherty, Madelynne Daugherty, Lauren Daugherty, Sophia McAlister.
