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. Some of their primary duties include: Preoperative Preparation Reviewing patient medical histories and surgical plans.

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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

Certification and Training A certified surgical first assist must have completed an accredited training program and passed relevant certification exams. The most recognized certifications include: Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) Provided by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).

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SpecialtyCare

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

While SFAs come from different professional backgrounds, they must complete additional specialized training in surgical assisting.

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