Pima Medical Institute

OCTOBER 18, 2024

It’s Veterinary Technician Week and this year’s theme is “Credentialed Veterinary Technicians Change Lives.” This theme highlights the significant impact that credentialed veterinary technicians have on the lives of their patients, clients, colleagues and the community. Pima Medical Institute offers a veterinary assistant certificate program and veterinary technician associate degree at several campus locations.

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The Stitch

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Thyroid cancer survivor Ashley Freeman suggests patients advocate for themselves to find the treatment that works for them. The post Avoiding thyroid removal: the benefits of RFA for thyroid cancer patients appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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DFW Anesthesia Professionals

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Rural hospital closures in the United States have become an increasingly concerning trend in recent years, with significant implications for healthcare access and quality in affected communities. Since 2010, over 130 rural hospitals have shut their doors, with a record 19 closures occurring in 2020 alone. Texas has been hit particularly hard by closures.

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Association of Women Surgeons

OCTOBER 16, 2024

By… Erin King-Mullins, MD Sustainability has become a critical concern across all sectors, and the healthcare industry is no exception.

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CME Corp

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Spot monitors, also known as vital signs monitors, play a critical role in recording and tracking key health parameters such as blood pressure, pulse rate, temperature, and oxygen saturation.

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The Stitch

OCTOBER 18, 2024

The bioethical debate surrounding live kidney donation involves personal autonomy and the inherent risks to the donor’s health. Advocates maintain that capable individuals should have The post What really counts: understanding who becomes a living kidney donor appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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NexGen Surgical

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Surgeons today wear many different hats. They are responsible for life-saving surgical treatments and, in many cases, much of the administrative work that goes into running a successful surgical practice. For many, less time in the operating room and more time spent handling paperwork and taking on managerial duties lead to declining career satisfaction.

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AAS

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Authors: Arnav Mahajan1, Prerna Ladha1 1 MetroHealth Medical Center As an international medical graduate (IMG) arriving in the United States, I find myself at the intersection of immense opportunity and profound responsibility. My journey to the United States isn’t just a personal milestone – it is a plunge into a crucible where the practice of […] The post Strangers in a Familiar Land: Allyship and The Role of International Medical Graduates in Academic Surgery appeared first on Associati

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The Stitch

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Cherie Tator illustrates the importance of safe medical ultrasound use for Medical Ultrasound Awareness Month. The post Medical Ultrasound Awareness Month appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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SpecialtyCare

OCTOBER 15, 2024

In honor of CIM Week, we’re excited to share the story of one of our dedicated associates at SpecialtyCare, Alex Godwin, who has been making a significant impact at TriStar Centennial Medical Center. Table of Contents Meet Alex A Passion for the OR A Journey of Growth Team Spirit and City Pride Rewarding Moments Encouragement for Future Colleagues Join Us in Celebrating Meet Alex As an Operating Room Specialist Manager (OSM), Alex has been with SpecialtyCare for nearly five years.

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Picis

OCTOBER 15, 2024

i²medi and Picis announced their exciting collaboration expansion into Colombia. This move follows their successful market penetration in Mexico. The two companies have sealed a new distribution agreement for the Colombian territory, making Picis’ complete suite of clinical applications available in the region. This collaboration encompasses Picis’ full array of perioperative solutions, such as Anesthesia Manager, PACU Manager, Critical Care Manager, and OR Manager, along with the patient

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The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Webinar STS South Asia Webinar in collaboration with IACTS : Rheumatic Mitral Valve Repair gmckinney Fri, 10/18/2024 - 10:43 November 9, 2024 The first session of the South Asia webinar series delves into valve repair strategies for rheumatic mitral valve disease. Expert panelists will provide an overview of the current state of rheumatic heart disease in South Asia’s developing countries, along with best practices for case selection tailored to early career surgeons.

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The Stitch

OCTOBER 15, 2024

This is the first report of a unique metabolite profile linked to human endometriosis, bringing us closer to better ways to manage the condition. The post A potentially simpler test and novel therapy for endometriosis appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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BFW Inc.

OCTOBER 18, 2024

The BFW Daymark Victory surgical headlight sets a new standard in surgical lighting with its advanced airflow and hygiene features, making it an essential tool for any surgical team. The Daymark Victory surgical headlight stands out with its innovative airflow design, which directs air upwards and away from the sterile field. Unlike other models that may circulate air out over the surgical site potentially disrupting the sterile environment , the Daymark Victory ensures that airflow is strate

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IU School of Medicine

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Indiana University School of Medicine scientists continue search for life-saving treatments for aggressive types of breast cancer Jenny Larner Brown knew she had an aggressive form of breast cancer. She had been through surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy—twice. At every juncture in her difficult breast cancer journey, Brown’s oncologist, Kathy Miller, MD , had been there to assure her there was a path forward for treatment.

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The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Webinar Rheumatic Mitral Valve Repair: STS South Asia Webinar in collaboration with IACTS gmckinney Fri, 10/18/2024 - 10:43 November 9, 2024 The first session of the South Asia webinar series delves into valve repair strategies for rheumatic mitral valve disease. Expert panelists will provide an overview of the current state of rheumatic heart disease in South Asia’s developing countries, along with best practices for case selection tailored to early career surgeons.

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The Stitch

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Dr. David Paul Martin II provides insight on how changes in seasons affect arthritis and what can be done to manage symptoms during the fall. The post Managing joint pain as the seasons change appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Platinum Meidcal Staffing

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Staffing in group homes and mental health facilities requires more than just filling positions—it demands specialized expertise, compassion, and flexibility. Finding the right team to provide care for individuals with mental health conditions or developmental disabilities can be challenging. As the demand for mental health services grows, so does the need for well-trained and experienced staff.

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IU School of Medicine

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Mateusz Opyrchal, M.D., Ph.D., began the New Year with a new job as the inaugural Vera Bradley Foundation Scholar in Breast Cancer Discovery in the Vera Bradley Foundation Center for Breast Cancer Research at the IU Simon Comprehensive Cancer Cente r. He also serves as the co-program leader of the cancer center’s Experimental and Development Therapeutics research program with Xiongbin Lu, Ph.D., and director of the solid tumor Phase I program.

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LeanBlog

OCTOBER 18, 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 Does Lean Startup Work for Deep Tech? Lean startup techniques are still widely taught.

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SpecialtyCare

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Table of Contents The Responsibilities of a Cardiovascular Perfusionist Education and Certification The Growing Demand for Cardiovascular Perfusionists Why Work as a Cardiac Perfusionist? Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) A cardiovascular perfusionist plays a crucial role in cardiac surgery, ensuring that a patient’s heart and lungs continue to function during procedures like open-heart surgery.

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Platinum Meidcal Staffing

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Hospice care plays an essential role in supporting patients and their families during some of the most challenging times of their lives. Ensuring that these services are delivered with compassion, expertise, and consistency requires having the right staff in place. But with the growing demand for hospice services, healthcare facilities face the ongoing challenge of finding qualified, compassionate professionals to meet patient needs.

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IU School of Medicine

OCTOBER 18, 2024

No one is ever prepared for the disruption a breast cancer diagnosis brings. Jen Hedges, a 41-year-old executive with a property management company, knew chemotherapy would be brutal. She knew she would be tired, but the extremity of her exhaustion coupled with rapid weight gain left her feeling defeated. When her nurse navigator mentioned a new exercise therapy program for breast cancer patients at the Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center , she didn’t hesitate.

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The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Resource Pulmonary Resection for Lung Cancer Risk Calculator gmckinney Wed, 10/16/2024 - 07:59 The new pulmonary resection for lung cancer risk calculator is engineered using contemporary data from the STS General Thoracic Surgery Database. It allows surgeons and multidisciplinary medical providers to estimate a patient’s individualized risk in real-time, based on specific factors such as tumor characteristics, comorbidities, and procedures performed.

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Triage Staffing

OCTOBER 16, 2024

If you’re a staff nurse or a nursing student interested in learning more about being a travel nurse, stick around. We’re here to walk you through all the benefits of being a travel nurse and help answer any questions you may have. Standard Benefits of Travel Nursing New travelers often don’t understand the benefits of nurse travel jobs that are available.

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The Stitch

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Dr. Oyetewa Oyerinde explains how to protect your skin from becoming a nightmare due to costume makeup on Halloween night. The post Don’t let your skin turn into a nightmare on Halloween night appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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IU School of Medicine

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Arthur Willis, MD, values the education he received at the IU School of Medicine. Nearly 60 years ago, he was a budding physician who moved from his hometown in the Northeast to settle in the Midwest because he believed studying in Indiana offered him the best chances of success. Willis graduated from Indiana University in Bloomington in 1962 and immediately enrolled at IU School of Medicine.

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The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Webinar Early Career Journey: Student Loan Management for Early Career Physicians gmckinney Tue, 10/15/2024 - 10:27 November 7, 2024 Early career surgeons should plan to attend this webinar on effective financial management of student loans, presented by an expert speaker from the White Coat Investor. The presentation will examine a variety of student loan considerations: loan repayment plans (IBR, SAVE, PAYE), loan forgiveness (Public Service Loan Forgiveness), refinancing, and making a persona

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Picis

OCTOBER 15, 2024

i²medi and Picis proudly announced the successful implementation of the Picis OR MANAGER®, a comprehensive operating room management system, into one of Mexico’s major hospital networks. This achievement signifies a substantial advancement in surgical planning, operating theater optimization, and overall hospital productivity. The seamless integration of OR MANAGER® with the hospital’s information system empowers operating theater managers to efficiently oversee personnel and equipme

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Platinum Meidcal Staffing

OCTOBER 14, 2024

In today’s healthcare landscape, many professionals face the challenge of inadequate compensation at traditional healthcare facilities. Whether it’s due to budget constraints or uncompetitive wages, this can lead to burnout and dissatisfaction. However, there’s a solution that offers flexibility, competitive pay, and control over your career—joining a healthcare staffing agency.

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SpecialtyCare

OCTOBER 12, 2024

Table of Contents Why Choose SpecialtyCare for your Medical Career? Medical Career Opportunities at SpecialtyCare What to Expect as a New Employee Training and Certification Programs Medical Career Growth and Advancement A Supportive Work Culture Get Started with SpecialtyCare Today! Are you passionate about healthcare and looking for a career that makes a difference?

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The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Webinar Student Loan Management for Early Career Physicians gmckinney Tue, 10/15/2024 - 10:27 November 7, 2024 Early career surgeons should plan to attend this webinar on effective financial management of student loans, presented by an expert speaker from the White Coat Investor. The presentation will examine a variety of student loan considerations: loan repayment plans (IBR, SAVE, PAYE), loan forgiveness (Public Service Loan Forgiveness), refinancing, and making a personal loan management plan

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Penn Medicine

OCTOBER 14, 2024

When should you consider getting updated shots, how, why and even which arm? Penn Medicine experts weigh in.

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RK.MD

OCTOBER 14, 2024

The WATCHMAN FLX Pro left atrial appendage (LAA) closure device is implanted percutaneously via the femoral vein → right atrium → a transseptal puncture → left atrium pathway to seal the LAA – a small pouch in the left heart where blood clots can form and potentially lead to strokes in patients with atrial arrhythmias like atrial fibrillation (AFib).

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Anesthesiology Journal

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Creator: James P. Rathmell, M.D., M.B.A. November 2024, Volume 141, Issue 5 Overview of November issue original studies.

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The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Webinar Latin Thoracic Rounds Series: Rounds on Patient with Locally Advanced Stage Lung Cancer gmckinney Tue, 10/15/2024 - 11:07 November 15, 2024 Image An international panel of experts from the United Arab Emirates, Chile, Colombia, Uruguay, Brazil, Spain, and the US will discuss up-to-date management of a patient with stage IIIA lung cancer. Panelists will discuss diagnosis, neoadjuvant and adjuvant treatments, restaging, and surgical approach and complications.

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Penn Medicine

OCTOBER 16, 2024

What makes pulsed field ablation (PFA) stand out from traditional treatments for AFib is its precision and safety

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