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6 Ways to Improve Communication Between the SPD and the OR

SpecialtyCare

The sterile processing department (SPD) and the OR work hand in hand, but communication between the two can be disjointed and incomplete, resulting in unnecessary waste and preventable errors. Here are six ways to improve communication between the SPD and the OR in a way that reduces both costs and risks: #1 – Educational Tours.

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From Commands to Collaboration: Lessons in Respectful and Effective Workplace Signage

LeanBlog

In the world of continuous improvement and Lean management, clear and respectful communication is crucial.

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Nurse leaders, vendors must collaborate effectively

OR Manager

” The relationship between vendors and nurse leaders is More » The post Nurse leaders, vendors must collaborate effectively appeared first on OR Manager. For leaders in the perioperative space, where vendors abound, it may be tempting to answer “yes.”

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Why Communication is a Central Part of Care Management

Picis

In today’s healthcare sector, efficient patient care is a culmination of state-of-the-art technology, patient expert medical knowledge, and – crucially – effective communication. The Imperative of Clear Communication in Care Supporting Patient Safety Initiatives The perioperative landscape is an environment where every detail counts.

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Collaborative leaders share strategies for gaining influence, building relationships

OR Manager

In healthcare, successful collaboration between perioperative leaders and their peers More » The post Collaborative leaders share strategies for gaining influence, building relationships appeared first on OR Manager.

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Construction & Medical Equipment Procurement: A Case Study

CME Corp

Communication is the key to procuring equipment used in healthcare when it comes to medical construction projects, especially when Owner Furnished, Contractor Installed (OFCI) Group 1 equipment is involved.

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IU physicians, Purdue scientists collaborate to develop a test to detect kidney cancer

IU School of Medicine

They carry important markers of the cell-like proteins, DNA and RNA cargo, and lipids, and have functions that include intercellular communication which contribute to the pathogenesis of several diseases. According to Tao, “EVs are particles naturally secreted from all types of cells.