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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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Why Communication is a Central Part of Care Management

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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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Japan Develops Next-Generation Drug Design, Healthcare Robotics and Digital Health Platforms

NVIDIA: Healthcare

At AI Summit Japan, TetraScience, a company that engineers AI-native scientific datasets, announced a collaboration with NVIDIA to industrialize the production of scientific AI use cases to accelerate and improve workflows across the life sciences value chain.

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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. The Journal cited a study where instrument tray load decreased by up to 39% thanks to assessment and optimization procedures.

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What is a Clinical Information System? How to Use it Effectively 

Picis

By fostering seamless communication and collaboration, HIE facilitates the timely exchange of crucial information between healthcare entities. In an era where effective healthcare hinges on collaborative efforts, the HIE emerges as a cornerstone for enhancing care coordination and patient outcomes within the U.S.

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5 Patient-Centered Care Examples in Surgical Environments

Picis

Preoperative Communication and Education Before a patient undergoes surgery, effective communication and tailored education play pivotal roles in fostering a patient-centered approach. Shared Decision-Making Collaborative decision-making involves patients in decisions about their care.

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Efficiency Is Revenue in the Sterile Processing Department

SpecialtyCare

Consistent, quality training, collaboration with the OR, safety culture, error tracking, and incentives for high performance can sufficiently optimize the SPD — and in turn, optimize the OR. Without intentional, regular, and leader-driven departmental collaboration, it can be easy for this relationship to become tense or even antagonistic.

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