The CRNA Chase

AUGUST 19, 2024

GREENVILLE, SC., August 19, 2024 – The Society of Future Nurse Anesthetists (SFNA), a new nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering critical care nurses and aspiring nurse anesthetists, is excited to announce its official launch. Founded by Kiki Mattress, MSNA, CRNA, SFNA aims to provide comprehensive education, mentorship, and resources to foster academic success and professional growth for future Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs).

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LiveData

AUGUST 6, 2024

Are your hospital’s staff sighing at their keyboards? Clinicians, nursing teams, and administrators may be limited by technology that doesn’t address their most important tasks.

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The Stitch

AUGUST 14, 2024

The capabilities of robotic-assisted surgeries expand, providing new possibilities for patient care and treatment outcomes. The post Understanding robotic surgery: Why it’s a game-changer in modern medicine appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Surgical Information Systems

AUGUST 21, 2024

Surgical Information Systems (SIS), the industry leader for business and clinical surgical software, has been recognized as a Top Workplace by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

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Neurosurgery

AUGUST 15, 2024

On the Neurosurgery Blog, you will see us cross-posting or linking to items from other places when we believe they may interest our readers. We wanted to bring to your attention a recent article featuring Michael J. Feldman , MD, a pediatric neurosurgery fellow at the University of Alabama at Birmingham and a former American Association of Neurological Surgeons/Congress of Neurological Surgeons Washington Committee alternate resident fellow.

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Triage Staffing

AUGUST 8, 2024

Hey rehab therapy new grads! Good news for all new grads in rehab. Triage is offering a $1500 sign-on bonus exclusively for our friends who have recently graduated in specific rehab therapy specialties. Here are the details: $1500 bonus paid out after your third consecutive contract New grad means anyone with under a year of experience Must take three consecutive, 13-week assignments with no more than a 30-day gap Rehab new grads are in a unique position because they’re one of the only spe

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The CRNA Chase

AUGUST 5, 2024

Transitioning from working as an ICU nurse to becoming a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) is a journey marked by immense growth but also profound challenges. It’s a path that demands not only clinical excellence but also a significant shift in roles—from direct patient care in a high-intensity setting to the precision and autonomy of anesthesia.

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The Stitch

AUGUST 6, 2024

The HHMI Gilliam fellows are recognized for their outstanding research and commitment to advancing equity and inclusion in science. The post Student-mentor pair receives prestigious HHMI Gilliam Fellowship appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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NexGen Surgical

AUGUST 8, 2024

Are you considering a career change? In surgical professions, career transitions are complex and multifaceted, often driven by the desire for new challenges, a better work-life balance, or the need to ease the exhaustion that comes with burnout. While these shifts often come with challenges, they also offer significant personal and professional growth opportunities.

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DFW Anesthesia Professionals

AUGUST 5, 2024

Pre-operative anxiety , the psychological distress which patients experience that is provoked by concerns related to their surgical and anesthetic care, 1 is estimated to affect up to 75% of children 2 and 80% of adult patients. 3,4 It has been linked to multiple intra-operative and post-operative complications (e.g., greater volatile anesthetic requirement, increased morbidity and mortality rates, and greater pain somatization and post-operative analgesic requirements). 5 Clinicians should be a

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NVIDIA: Healthcare

AUGUST 27, 2024

Aiming at making the process faster and smarter, NVIDIA on Wednesday released the NIM Agent Blueprint for generative AI-based virtual screening. This innovative approach will reduce the time and cost of developing life-saving drugs, enabling quicker access to critical treatments for patients. This NIM Agent Blueprint introduces a paradigm shift in the drug discovery process, particularly in the crucial “hit-to-lead” transition, by moving from traditional fixed database screening to generative AI

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The CRNA Chase

AUGUST 19, 2024

Becoming a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) is both an exciting and demanding endeavor. Besides the rigorous academic and clinical requirements, prospective CRNAs must also navigate the financial challenges of their education. This week, we delve into financial planning for nurse anesthesia education, offering valuable tips on scholarships, grants, and budget management to help you achieve your goals without unnecessary financial strain.

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Surgical Information Systems

AUGUST 29, 2024

Role-Based Staff Assignments in ASCs provide a more streamlined way to delegate nursing and anesthesia staff in the ambulatory surgery center and maintain visibility throughout the ASC.

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The Stitch

AUGUST 5, 2024

Over the summer, we welcomed our newest students into our schools. We extend a warm welcome to our newest trainees! The post Welcome new School of Medicine, Graduate School and School of Health Professions students! appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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NexGen Surgical

AUGUST 22, 2024

Between on-call hours, jam-packed schedules, and many administrative duties, finding time for yourself and your aspirations as you pursue a surgical career can be difficult. It’s a challenging field, one with many milestones along the way. If you’re at a stage in your career where you’d like to transition, free up time to pursue educational […] The post How NexGen Surgical Adapts to Your Surgical Aspirations appeared first on NexGen Surgical.

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LeanBlog

AUGUST 9, 2024

Thanks, as always, to Ryan McCormack for this. He always shares so much good reading, listening, and viewing here! Subscribe to get these directly from Ryan via email. News, articles, books, podcasts, and videos about how to make the workplace better. Operational Excellence, Improvement, and Innovation Rethinking Productivity As AI and other technologies continue to relegate jobs made up of repeatable tasks to the historic dustbin, it's even more imperative that organizations rethink the surpris

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Penn Medicine

AUGUST 28, 2024

A hospital might not seem like an ideal wedding venue. But for two patients at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, nurses and staff helped dreams come true by facilitating two weddings in the same week.

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CME Corp

AUGUST 20, 2024

Payment models, patient demographics, staff shortages, patient and staff injuries, regulatory compliance, and outpatient growth are affecting where and how instrument processing takes place. For health systems, balancing patient care with instrument processing is becoming a real challenge.

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Surgical Information Systems

AUGUST 26, 2024

Surgical Information Systems, a provider of leading perioperative IT solutions and services including SIS Anesthesia, has joined the MEDITECH Alliance Program.

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The Stitch

AUGUST 22, 2024

The CPRIT awards support developmental research focusing on promising new insights into cancer treatment and innovative core facilities. The post Baylor College of Medicine receives more than $17 million from CPRIT appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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NexGen Surgical

AUGUST 6, 2024

Patient satisfaction determines the success of your facility and surgical team. If your facility faces any shortcomings, there is no need to worry. NexGen Surgical comes to your rescue by cultivating and outsourcing top-tier surgical teams. We tailor our approach to recruiting top talent and building a cohesive surgical team to transform your facility to […] The post Understanding The NexGen Surgical Approach to Team Excellence appeared first on NexGen Surgical.

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AAS

AUGUST 5, 2024

Formal dance and surgery, Two art forms that may seem, Divergent in their nature, But hold a common theme. From dance to surgery, a journey unfolds, A path of discipline and artistry it holds. As a dancer and surgeon, I have found, A connection between the two, so profound. Dance retrains the brain to move […] The post The Modern-Day Dance of Becoming a Surgeon appeared first on Association for Academic Surgery (AAS).

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Penn Medicine

AUGUST 12, 2024

Cancer patients faced countless barriers getting pre-treatment dental care. Now navigators and Penn Dental Medicine have created a smoother path.

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CME Corp

AUGUST 13, 2024

When it comes to administering exceptional patient care, the importance of proper medical lighting cannot be overstated. Medical lights are essential to the healthcare environment, offering the illumination necessary for procedures ranging from routine checkups to complex surgeries. But with so many options on the market, choosing the right medical light can feel overwhelming.

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Association of Women Surgeons

AUGUST 25, 2024

Special Edition for National Breastfeeding Awareness Month Marjorie Liggett, MD When my newborn wasn’t gaining weight in … Continue reading "Crying Over Spilled Milk"

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The Stitch

AUGUST 30, 2024

This study opens the door to potential new strategies to slow, reverse and treat neurodegenerative conditions. The post Not just a ‘bad guy,’ Tau also plays a ‘good guy’ role protecting our brains appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Nebraska Methodist College

AUGUST 29, 2024

A Master of Business Administration in Healthcare will help you become a compassionate and effective leader. Find out why you should get your MBA.

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AAS

AUGUST 6, 2024

Associate Editors of Endocrine Surgery of Journal of Surgical Research (JSR). Social Media Editor of the Journal of Surgical Research (JSR). Associate Statistics Editors for the Journal of Surgical Research (JSR) They will be joining our current Statistics Editor, Mazen Zenati, MD, MPH, PhD, and Associate Statistics Editor, Molly Jarman, PhD, MPH. Associate Editor for the Abdominal […] The post Celebrating the Newest JSR Associate Editors: appeared first on Association for Academic Surgery

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Caresyntax

AUGUST 26, 2024

Play Video In this episode of Data Nerds in the OR, Dr. Ramshaw and Henrik Hjorth , CEO of Novus Scientific AB , discuss the importance of real-world data in advancing healthcare technologies. They discuss the evolution of Novus Scientific’s innovative product, Tiger Matrix, a long-term absorbable surgical mesh, and the critical role of data in validating its effectiveness.

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Surgical Information Systems

AUGUST 15, 2024

Case costing is a valuable process that helps ensure an ambulatory surgery center (ASC) gets paid enough to cover its expenses and make a profit.

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CME Corp

AUGUST 28, 2024

Equipping an operating room (OR), whether in a hospital or ambulatory surgery center, requires careful planning and a thorough understanding of the essential equipment needed. This guide will outline the essential equipment, features to look for, and offer recommendations on the timing of orders to ensure the equipment is available when it is needed for equipment upgrades, operating room renovations, or medical construction projects that include surgical facilities.

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The Stitch

AUGUST 1, 2024

Doctors from the Lung Institute discuss the latest advancements in lung cancer diagnosis, treatment and research. The post Fighting lung cancer: Lung Institute experts’ perspective on World Lung Cancer Day appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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PANA

AUGUST 15, 2024

As if it couldn’t get any better … PANA and Sarah weren’t the only ones to take home awards at AANA’s Annual Congress in San Diego. Other national award winners included: Clinical Instructor of the Year: Rachel A. Wolfe, DNP, CRNA, CCRN, CPN University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) Hamot School of Anesthesia Hear from Rachel below or read AANA's release on the award HERE.

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Triage Staffing

AUGUST 19, 2024

Fall brings in a lot of fun with the kids going back to school, leaves changing, cooler weather, pumpkin patches, the start of college football season and more. With all the fun autumn activities also comes the start of the dreaded cold and flu season. There is nothing worse than being sick when you are away from home and as a traveling healthcare professional that could mean you risk the possibility of being out of work as well.

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Caresyntax

AUGUST 5, 2024

In this episode of Data Nerds in the OR, Dr. Bruce Ramshaw is joined by the Co-Founder of Platypus Health , Leigh McCormack, PhD , an experienced data scientist and entrepreneur. They discuss the transformative role of AI and data science in healthcare, focusing on the importance of context in data analysis, the need for diverse data to achieve health equity, and the potential pitfalls and hopes of AI in clinical settings.

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Penn Medicine

AUGUST 5, 2024

A neuroscientist by training, Dr. Roy Hamilton studies how brains learn and understand. He takes these lessons to heart on a broader scale as Penn Medicine’s new vice dean of Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity.

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CME Corp

AUGUST 1, 2024

When it comes to the complex world of medical construction and building design, navigating the specifics of Division 10 Specialties can be time consuming. Whether you are an architect, contractor, or facilities manager, understanding the equipment associated with Division 10 is essential. In this post, we will look at equipment categorized as Division 10, discuss when procurement should begin to ensure medical construction project timelines are maintained and offer a checklist of common Division

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