The Stitch
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Thyroid cancer survivor Ashley Freeman suggests patients advocate for themselves to find the treatment that works for them. The post Avoiding thyroid removal: the benefits of RFA for thyroid cancer patients appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.
CME Corp
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Spot monitors, also known as vital signs monitors, play a critical role in recording and tracking key health parameters such as blood pressure, pulse rate, temperature, and oxygen saturation.
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Amanda Xi
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Today’s inane image of the day : Click on the image above (or link below) to watch the video! [link] In a previous post/YouTube video , I discuss why I stayed in academic medicine. But with anything in life, where there are benefits, there are downsides. As a medical student, I remember reading and hearing about how academic medicine jobs included a lot of promotion pressures [to apply for professorship; which is why everyone is hustling/stressed to do research] and lower pay.
SurgicalPerformance
SEPTEMBER 29, 2024
I simply wanted an accurate answer to the eternal questions that all performance-minded surgeons ask, “How I am doing? How do I compare with others doing the same procedure?” I needed to know where I stood. Especially with respect to complications. Complications, regardless of how frequent or rarely they occur or how unavoidable they may have been, bother me greatly.
Anaesthesia News
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
FACTORS THAT INFLUENCE THE MECHANICS OF ARTIFICIAL VENTILATION: The forces that impede ventilation include non-elastic or respiratory system resistance, which occurs when gas flows within the airway circuit, and elastic resistance, which occurs in the absence of gas flow in the circuit. Examples of non-elastic resistance include frictional resistance to gas flow, viscoelastic resistance from the deformation of thoracic tissues, and finally, the inertia of gas flow and tissue movement.
Neurosurgery
OCTOBER 10, 2024
Nelson “Nick” Hopkins , III, MD, FAANS(L) is revered as the father of endovascular neurosurgery. In addition to his many accolades and leadership positions in neurosurgery, he was a SUNY Distinguished Professor of Neurosurgery and Chair at the University at Buffalo (UB) from 1989 to 2013. Best venerated for his pioneering achievements in the field of endovascular neurosurgery, he innovated catheter-based minimally invasive treatment of vascular diseases in the brain and spine.
NVIDIA: Healthcare
OCTOBER 10, 2024
Half of the world’s population will experience a mental health disorder — but the median number of mental health workers per 100,000 people is just 13, according to the World Health Organization. To help tackle this disparity — which can vary by over 40x between high-income and low-income countries — a Madrid-based startup is offering therapists AI tools to improve the delivery of mental health services.
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Surgical Information Systems
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
A clean claim is one that is never rejected and it does not receive any type of denial. Learn 10 tips to improve clean ASC claims.
CME Corp
OCTOBER 1, 2024
The healthcare environment is constantly evolving, requiring facilities to adapt swiftly to new technologies, treatment methods, and patient needs. One area often overlooked in the evolution process is the casework—the cabinets, counters, and storage systems integral to medical environments. Converting to modular casework can offer significant benefits in terms of efficiency, cost savings, and adaptability.
The Stitch
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Baylor-Texas Children’s Hospital sponsored team takes top honors in national competition with innovative urologic medical device. The post Uroflo device recognized for potential urological care appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.
NVIDIA: Healthcare
OCTOBER 8, 2024
The U.S. healthcare system is adopting digital health agents to harness AI across the board, from research laboratories to clinical settings. The latest AI-accelerated tools — on display at the NVIDIA AI Summit taking place this week in Washington, D.C. — include NVIDIA NIM , a collection of cloud-native microservices that support AI model deployment and execution, and NVIDIA NIM Agent Blueprints , a catalog of pretrained, customizable workflows.
AAS
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Working in a diverse hospital system, I often encounter patients with low English proficiency (LEP). I find that many of us are ill-equipped to handle the unique challenges of caring for this population, and I frequently observe differences in healthcare delivery to LEP patients. With almost 1 in 5 people in the U.S. speaking a […] The post Breaking Down Language Barriers in Medicine appeared first on Association for Academic Surgery (AAS).
Surgical Information Systems
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Eight actions to take to foster an environment that supports ASC cybersecurity culture and lessens the likelihood of being targeted by malicious individuals.
Caresyntax
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
BERLIN, September 27, 2024 — Caresyntax, a leader in surgical intelligence and automation, has been awarded the prestigious 2024 German AI Prize. The awards were presented by Volker Wissing, Germany’s Federal Minister for Digitalization, at a ceremony held in Berlin on Thursday, September 26, 2024. The German AI Prize, sponsored by Axel Springer/Bild, PWC and DHL, is one of the largest AI awards in Europe and recognizes outstanding achievements in the development and application of artifi
The Stitch
OCTOBER 10, 2024
The findings could reduce the illness and mortality that is observed after TB has been successfully treated. The post Reviving immune responsiveness after tuberculosis appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.
Association of Women Surgeons
OCTOBER 16, 2024
By… Erin King-Mullins, MD Sustainability has become a critical concern across all sectors, and the healthcare industry is no exception.
Penn Medicine
OCTOBER 3, 2024
One year after Nobel Prize recognition of mRNA vaccines, new research at Penn shows how medicine is changing rapidly as a result of the discovery.
SpecialtyCare
OCTOBER 15, 2024
In honor of CIM Week, we’re excited to share the story of one of our dedicated associates at SpecialtyCare, Alex Godwin, who has been making a significant impact at TriStar Centennial Medical Center. Table of Contents Meet Alex A Passion for the OR A Journey of Growth Team Spirit and City Pride Rewarding Moments Encouragement for Future Colleagues Join Us in Celebrating Meet Alex As an Operating Room Specialist Manager (OSM), Alex has been with SpecialtyCare for nearly five years.
The Stitch
OCTOBER 10, 2024
A new psychiatric clinic aims to bring psychiatric care to those undergoing the complex and tiring transplant process. The post Transplant psychiatry: a new side of consultation-liaison psychiatry appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.
NexGen Surgical
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Surgeons today wear many different hats. They are responsible for life-saving surgical treatments and, in many cases, much of the administrative work that goes into running a successful surgical practice. For many, less time in the operating room and more time spent handling paperwork and taking on managerial duties lead to declining career satisfaction.
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Resource Pulmonary Resection for Lung Cancer Risk Calculator gmckinney Wed, 10/16/2024 - 07:59 The new pulmonary resection for lung cancer risk calculator is engineered using contemporary data from the STS General Thoracic Surgery Database. It allows surgeons and multidisciplinary medical providers to estimate a patient’s individualized risk in real-time, based on specific factors such as tumor characteristics, comorbidities, and procedures performed.
SpecialtyCare
OCTOBER 8, 2024
The use of Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) therapy has increased in recent years, after the COVID pandemic, as hospitals and clinicians have realized its growing value as a life-saving therapy with multiple new and emerging use cases. As testament to this growth, according to Future Market Insights the global ECMO machine market is currently valued at $582 million, and is poised to grow to $904 million in the next 10 years.
DFW Anesthesia Professionals
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Rural hospital closures in the United States have become an increasingly concerning trend in recent years, with significant implications for healthcare access and quality in affected communities. Since 2010, over 130 rural hospitals have shut their doors, with a record 19 closures occurring in 2020 alone. Texas has been hit particularly hard by closures.
The Stitch
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine and collaborating institutions have discovered tumor-induced B cell changes in triple negative breast cancer patients that could potentially indicate The post FROM THE LABS: Anticipating treatment response in triple negative breast cancer appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.
Triage Staffing
OCTOBER 16, 2024
If you’re a staff nurse or a nursing student interested in learning more about being a travel nurse, stick around. We’re here to walk you through all the benefits of being a travel nurse and help answer any questions you may have. Standard Benefits of Travel Nursing New travelers often don’t understand the benefits of nurse travel jobs that are available.
Surgical Information Systems
OCTOBER 16, 2024
The Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award recognition for Surgical Information Systems recognizes Employee Appreciation, Employee Well-Being, and Professional Development
CME Corp
OCTOBER 8, 2024
In today’s healthcare environment, patient satisfaction is more important than ever. Patients expect high-quality care, but they also desire comfort, convenience, and a sense of safety when they visit their doctor’s office or hospital. One obvious contributor to patient satisfaction is the medical equipment used during their visit, particularly medical exam tables.
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Resource Esophagectomy for Cancer Risk Calculator kchalko Tue, 10/15/2024 - 15:08 Engineered using contemporary data from the STS General Thoracic Surgery Database, the new esophagectomy for cancer risk calculator allows surgeons and multidisciplinary medical providers to estimate a patient’s individualized risk in real-time, based on specific factors such as tumor characteristics, comorbidities, and procedures performed.
The Stitch
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Dr. Cyrus King provides insight into the common causes of back pain and offers tips to ensure a successful visit with a spine expert. The post Know before you go: Tips for a successful visit with a neck and spine expert appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.
Picis
OCTOBER 15, 2024
i²medi and Picis proudly announced the successful implementation of the Picis OR MANAGER®, a comprehensive operating room management system, into one of Mexico’s major hospital networks. This achievement signifies a substantial advancement in surgical planning, operating theater optimization, and overall hospital productivity. The seamless integration of OR MANAGER® with the hospital’s information system empowers operating theater managers to efficiently oversee personnel and equipme
Platinum Meidcal Staffing
OCTOBER 14, 2024
In today’s healthcare landscape, many professionals face the challenge of inadequate compensation at traditional healthcare facilities. Whether it’s due to budget constraints or uncompetitive wages, this can lead to burnout and dissatisfaction. However, there’s a solution that offers flexibility, competitive pay, and control over your career—joining a healthcare staffing agency.
SpecialtyCare
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
We are thrilled to celebrate Rit Vatsyayan, a Clinical Neurophysiologist on our Richmond IONM Team, who has been with SpecialtyCare for over ten years. After earning his Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Rit was drawn to surgical neurophysiology by its unique blend of neuroscience, technology, and patient care, captivated by the ability to monitor and protect the nervous system during surgery.
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Webinar The Evolving Role of Radiation Therapy in Resectable Lung Cancer gmckinney Tue, 10/15/2024 - 10:15 October 24, 2024 In the past five years, immunotherapy has transformed the approach to treating resectable lung cancer in both neoadjuvant and adjuvant settings. During this webinar, experts will explore the continued importance of radiation therapy in managing resectable lung cancer and highlight essential insights that thoracic surgeons need for daily practice.
The Stitch
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Dr. Jin Wang explains what the new Center for NextGen Therapeutics has to offer to researchers at Baylor College of Medicine, across the Texas Medical Center and beyond. The post FROM THE LABS: Center for NextGen Therapeutics helps match researchers to molecules appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.
Picis
OCTOBER 15, 2024
i²medi and Picis announced their exciting collaboration expansion into Colombia. This move follows their successful market penetration in Mexico. The two companies have sealed a new distribution agreement for the Colombian territory, making Picis’ complete suite of clinical applications available in the region. This collaboration encompasses Picis’ full array of perioperative solutions, such as Anesthesia Manager, PACU Manager, Critical Care Manager, and OR Manager, along with the patient
Penn Medicine
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
A new Penn Medicine-developed AI tool is providing a new level of diagnostic precision to physicians reviewing patient scans.
SpecialtyCare
OCTOBER 12, 2024
Table of Contents Why Choose SpecialtyCare for your Medical Career? Medical Career Opportunities at SpecialtyCare What to Expect as a New Employee Training and Certification Programs Medical Career Growth and Advancement A Supportive Work Culture Get Started with SpecialtyCare Today! Are you passionate about healthcare and looking for a career that makes a difference?
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