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The Crucial Role of Surgical Assistants, RNFAs, and Physician Assistants in Spine Surgeries

Platinum Meidcal Staffing

Surgical Assistants, Registered Nurse First Assistants (RNFAs), and Physician Assistants (PAs) are indispensable members of this team. Surgical Assistants: The Surgeon’s Right Hand Surgical Assistants are highly trained professionals who work alongside surgeons to ensure every aspect of the surgery proceeds smoothly.

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NON-PHYSICIAN SURGICAL ASSISTANT UTILIZATION AND EFFICIENCY ANALYSIS – Luis F Aragon, CSA, LSA, RSA

NSAA

Having expert assistance can translate into shortening the time needed for anesthesia, increasing the safety of the procedure, reducing the surgical complication rates, and thus decreasing operating room costs. Non-physician providers: An unexpected route to revenue increases. JAMA Surgery, 153-154.

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6 best things to Look for before you hire a Surgical First Assistant—And How SpecialtyCare Can Provide them

SpecialtyCare

While much of the spotlight is on the surgeon , an unsung hero in the operating room is the Surgical First Assistant (SFA). A highly skilled SFA can make a critical difference in surgical efficiency, patient safety, and overall surgical success.