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. A Cardiothoracic Surgical First Assistant is a specialized surgical professional who provides direct assistance to the surgeon during cardiothoracic procedures.

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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

Understanding the Role of a Surgical First Assist Before diving into the hiring process, it is crucial to understand what a surgical first assist does and why they are so important. Their responsibilities include: Positioning the patient before surgery to ensure optimal access for the procedure.

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SpecialtyCare

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

While SFAs come from different professional backgrounds, they must complete additional specialized training in surgical assisting. SFAs must have a strong understanding of surgical protocols, procedures, and techniques to anticipate the surgeons needs in real time. What Makes a Strong SFA in the OR?

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