The Stitch

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Dr. Masih Ahmed provides tips for contact lens wearers, including best practices, an overview of types of lenses and information on risks. The post Contact lenses 101 appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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IU School of Medicine

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The Indiana University School of Medicine Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is hosting the annual meeting of the National Institutes of Health/National Cancer Institute program for Informatics Technology for Cancer Research (ITCR). The conference will be held Sept. 16-19 in Indianapolis. ITCR aims to promote interdisciplinary collaboration in technology development and dissemination, leveraging the expertise of IT professionals and cancer researchers throughout the nation.

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DFW Anesthesia Professionals

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Anesthesiology residents play an important role in the operating room (OR), assisting with patient care while also undergoing rigorous training to become skilled anesthesiologists. Their responsibilities encompass a range of tasks, from preoperative evaluations to the administration of anesthesia and postoperative care. Their four-year residency program provides invaluable experience and training for independent practice (1).

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Nashville Anesthesia Professionals

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Sevoflurane is a common inhalational anesthetic that plays a critical role in modern surgical procedures due to its favorable properties, including rapid onset and minimal side effects. However, emerging evidence suggests that exposure to sevoflurane may have negative effects on cognitive function. In experimental animal models, sevoflurane has been linked to cognitive dysfunction 1 , which may manifest as post-operative cognitive dysfunction (POCD) in elderly human patients and neurobehavioral

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Platinum Meidcal Staffing

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Did you know that surgical assistants are essential to the success of arthroscopic rotator cuff repairs? While the surgeon focuses on the intricate task of repairing torn tendons, it’s the surgical assistant who ensures that the entire operation flows seamlessly. From prepping the patient and setting up the operating room to managing instruments and anticipating the surgeon’s next move, surgical assistants make the difference between a smooth procedure and a stressful one.

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