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Dr. Matthew Rasband discusses the challenges that come with traumatic brain injury research for Brain Injury Awareness Month. The post What we have yet to learn about traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.
Table of Contents What Is Hospital Surgical Support? 1. Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (IONM) 2. Perfusion and Autotransfusion Services 3. Sterile Processing and Instrument Sterilization 4. Surgical First Assistants 5. Organ Procurement and Preservation The Benefits of Outsourcing Hospital Surgical Support Advantages of Partnering with SpecialtyCare: Why SpecialtyCare Is the Industry Leader Final Thoughts In today’s fast-paced healthcare environment, hospital surgical support plays a criti
Patient Barbara Wagner shares how back surgery has given her a new lease on life, including a renewed interest in dancing. The post Never too late: One dancer rediscovers life after back surgery appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.
Surgical Information Systems (SIS), the leading provider of software and services for ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs), announced today that it has earned the 2025 Top Workplaces USA award issued by Energage for the fifth year in a row.
Front-line operations depend on skilled technicians yet the workforce crisis continues to deepen. Radiology, lab, and surgical teams are struggling with vacancies, leading to unsustainable labor costs, operational inefficiencies, and overworked staff. The pressure is mounting. Hear from Darlene Wetton, Group VP of Southwest Healthcare, and Iman Abuzeid MD, CEO of Incredible Health, as […] The post Watch: Tackling the Technician Shortage – A Proven Hiring Playbook appeared first on I
Dr. Brooke Thigpen explains what endometriosis patients need to know to get relief from the painful disease. The post Helpful strategies to put an end to endometriosis appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.
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Dr. Brooke Thigpen explains what endometriosis patients need to know to get relief from the painful disease. The post Helpful strategies to put an end to endometriosis appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.
Effective ASC billing requires up-to-date coding, staff training, and audits that help prevent errors, delays, and denials, ensuring smooth revenue cycle management and proper payments.
Sterile processing departments (SPDs) are critical in both hospitals and surgery centers. They ensure that surgical tools and medical devices are properly cleaned, inspected, sterilized, and stored for future use.
Shocked to learn she had stage III breast cancer, Kate Korson knew just where to go. She flew home to Penn Medicine, where a clinical trial saved her life.
Baylor Medicine experts discuss thoracic endometriosis syndrome, including symptoms, treatment options and more. The post Endometriosis and the lesser-known thoracic endometriosis syndrome appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.
The first NVIDIA Blackwell-powered data center GPU built for both enterprise AI and visual computing the NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition is designed to accelerate the most demanding AI and graphics applications for every industry. Compared to the previous-generation NVIDIA Ada Lovelace architecture L40S GPU, the RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition GPU will deliver a multifold increase in performance across a wide array of enterprise workloads up to 5x higher large language mode
Shocked to learn she had stage III breast cancer, Kate Korson knew just where to go. She flew home to Penn Medicine, where a clinical trial saved her life.
Baylor Genetics, the clinical diagnostic laboratory joint venture between Baylor College of Medicine and H.U. Group Holdings, marks its 10-year anniversary. The post Baylor Genetics marks 10th anniversary: A look back at a decade of innovation in genetic testing appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.
From time to time on the Neurosurgery Blog, you will see us cross-posting or linking to items from other places when we believe they hit the mark on an issue. We wanted to bring attention to a recent publication in Neurosurgery , the official journal of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, which provides multimedia, prompt publication of scientific articles on clinical or experimental surgery topics important for the brain, spine, and peripheral nerves, reviews, and other information of intere
Operating room (OR) integration can improve patient safety by providing real-time access to data from various sources in the OR. However, implementing OR integration can be challenging. To achieve these benefits, a comprehensive integration plan that considers all aspects of the project, including technical, data management, security, and change management aspects, is crucial.
An estimated 700,000 sternotomies are performed annually in the United States. It is a serious surgery that opens up the chest cavity through the breastbone, or sternum, to gain access to the lungs and heart.
In Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), precision, safety, and efficiency are critical to successful outcomes. One essential component of any hormone pellet procedure is the trocara surgical instrument designed to introduce pellets beneath the skin with minimal tissue disruption. Choosing the right trocar for each procedure plays a vital role in treatment success, making it essential for healthcare providers to understand the types of trocars available and their applications in HRT.
Baylor Medicine experts share what patients need to know about colorectal cancer prevention like regular screenings, lifestyle changes and more. The post Colorectal cancer prevention: what you need to know appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.
Mark E. Shaffrey , MD, FAANS a distinguished neurosurgeon and esteemed leader, passed away on December 4, 2024. Born on January 31, 1961, Dr. Shaffrey’s remarkable career and compassionate spirit left an indelible mark on the medical community and beyond. Dr. Shaffrey graduated magna cum laude from Virginia Tech and received his medical degree from the University of Virginia (UVA), where he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society.
If youre an occupational therapist or an occupational therapy assistant, chances are good that youve heard of the OT compact. But if youre a new grad or someone considering a career in travel occupational therapy, you might not be as knowledgeable about what the OT compact can do for you. Read on for a guide on the OT compact and how it can help further your career.
During the webinar, BrandNewland, William Kiefer, and Dr. Bret Alvis, MD,discuss howtheTransforming Episode Accountability Model (TEAM)from CMS will impact your surgeries in the coming years. They also dive into how you canemployEnhanced Recovery surgery/recovery protocols to maximize performance and minimize your financial risk for 2026 and beyond.
Event 2025 STS/EACTS/ESTS Latin America Thoracic Surgery Conference kchalko Thu, 03/27/2025 - 15:04 Event dates May 10, 2025 Location Recife Expo Center, Brazil STS is pleased to collaborate once again with the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery (EACTS) and the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons (ESTS) to present the 2025 STS/EACTS/ESTS Latin America Thoracic Surgery Conference.
Ready? Set! Lets Match! Our fourth-year medical students learned where they will go after graduation for their residency training. The post Celebrating Match Day 2025 appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.
The intertwining relationship between industry and medicine has been evident and ever-so apparent in recent decades. While these relationships are vital for innovation, concerns of potential conflict of interest (COI) have called into question the objectivity of scientific research and patient care. To help alleviate these concerns, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) opted to increase the transparency of physician-industry interactions.
When it comes to medical procedures, few are as critical yet misunderstood as perfusion. At Specialty Care, we believe in empowering patients with knowledge. This comprehensive FAQ guide will help you understand what perfusion is, how it works, and why it’s so important in modern medicine. Table of Contents What is perfusion? Who is a perfusionist?
From time to time, we are lucky enough to get kudos for our recruiters. We love getting compliments from travelers and were thrilled to be able to share these. Want to send a kudos to another Triage traveler or a recruiter? Send an email to social@triagestaff.com and well make sure to pass on the congratulations. I just wanted to give a huge shout out to Eliza.
Starting in 2025, ASC participation in the OAS CAHPS survey has shifted from a voluntary phase to a phase where participation is linked to ASC reimbursement. With this significant change, several misconceptions about the OAS CAHPS Survey remain. Below, we clarify these misunderstandings and outline the key rules and regulations governing the survey.
Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) offer a cost-effective alternative to hospital-based surgical care (1). ASCs create a comfortable environment for patients who do not require hospitalization after surgery. They have experienced rapid growth in the US in recent years as more procedures and surgeries move out of inpatient settings. However, before a new ASC can begin operations, it must undergo certifications and inspections to ensure compliance with federal, state, and accreditation standards (2
Every piece of healthcare equipment in an acute care in-patient room has a distinct role in the care, recovery, and safety of the patient. Healthcare equipment included in hospital patient rooms and the adjacent bathroom helps ensure the needs of patients are met. From advanced vital signs monitoring systems and casework for personal items; to grab bars, each piece of equipment contributes to the standard of care.
For several years, its been commonly accepted that hormone replacement therapy increases a patients risk of developing different types of dementia like Alzheimer's disease and Lewy body dementia. This has prevented many women from obtaining the treatment they need, when they need it. Below, we take an in-depth look at the medical communitys previous stance on HRT and dementia risk and explore how that stance has changed over time with new information.
Webinar Conduits for CABGWhere Do We Stand? kchalko Mon, 03/24/2025 - 10:29 April 10, 2025 Join a group of expert faculty for an in-depth discussion on the latest advances, controversies, and best practices in conduit strategies for CABG. The panelists will discuss: State-of-the-Art CABG Conduits Beyond the Basics Arterial Grafts: Whats the Gold Standard Today?
Dr. Samaya Anumudu explains the five stages of chronic kidney disease. The post The different stages of chronic kidney disease appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.
I had a request for a Lap Chole setup so I thought I would make a post with details! Lap Choles & Lap Appys are both very similar. The main difference with the removal of an appendix is that we use a stapler to remove the appendix. If it’s a peds case we may use a Ligasure or two endloops. Instead of a 12mm and three 5mm trocars, we will only use a 12mm and two 5mm trocars or three 5mm trocars for a peds patient.
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