SpecialtyCare

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

This article delves into the critical role of the Cardiothoracic Surgical First Assistant, their responsibilities, the training required, and the impact they have on patient care. What is a Cardiothoracic Surgical First Assistant? Intraoperative Support Providing exposure of the surgical site by retracting tissues and organs.

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Elmed

JANUARY 11, 2022

In Part I of this blog (Elmed blog #53) we discussed the fact that over the past year there has been an increased emphasis and a lot more attention placed on pre-cleaning surgical instruments at the point-of-use. The goal is to ensure pre-cleaning of instruments immediately after use and prior to transport to sterile reprocessing.

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SpecialtyCare

JANUARY 30, 2025

Technical and Procedural Skills 4. A surgical first assist (SFA) plays an essential role in supporting surgeons during procedures by providing hands-on assistance, improving workflow, and ensuring optimal patient care. SFAs work alongside the primary surgeon, providing direct assistance during procedures.

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SpecialtyCare

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Extensive Hands-On Surgical Experience Key Surgical Skills of an SFA How SpecialtyCare Provides Experienced SFAs 3. Knowledge of Cutting-Edge Surgical Technology How SpecialtyCare Stays Ahead 5. Final Thoughts Surgical procedures demand precision, coordination, and expertise.

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