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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

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

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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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Otolaryngology alumni continue practice of collaboration

IU School of Medicine

Even though their residency in the Department of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery at Indiana University School of Medicine overlapped for only a few years, Michael Harris, MD and Aaron Moberly, MD collaborate to this day—carrying on a tradition of teamwork. The rest go straight to work in hospitals and private practices.

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Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Improves Performance through Better Medical Record Management

The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Improves Performance through Better Medical Record Management KCummings Fri, 03/29/2024 - 08:54 Overview In the fast-paced environment of healthcare, hospitals face significant challenges related to medical records. Accurate and relevant data from the STS Database uncovered areas for improvement.

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Effective SPD Management Tools: How to Prevent Problems and Improve Efficiency

SpecialtyCare

To improve SPD efficiency, effective management tools need to be implemented, including training and error tracking, tray optimization, and increased communication and collaboration between the SPD and the OR. Error tracking is another key area where many hospitals fall short in SPD management.

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ThRee Critical Pros and Cons of ECMO Programs

SpecialtyCare

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. Case volume expectations must be realistic: low ECMO case volumes can mean higher mortality rates.