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.
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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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.
The Anesthesia Consultant
OCTOBER 17, 2024
I’ve seen the future of difficult intubation management, and I’ve held that future in my hands. The Spiro Robotics device—a combination video laryngoscope and fiberoptic endoscope in one unit—is a marked advance in anesthesiology, as well as a harbinger of how Artificial Intelligence can one day make difficult endotracheal intubation easier for all clinicians.
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.
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.
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
Surgical Information Systems
OCTOBER 16, 2024
The Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award recognition for Surgical Information Systems recognizes Employee Appreciation, Employee Well-Being, and Professional Development
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.
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.
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.
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
SpecialtyCare
OCTOBER 15, 2024
In honor of CIM Week, we’re thrilled to highlight the journey of Trey Johnson, an Area Manager at SpecialtyCare who has made significant contributions over his 11 years with the company. Table of Contents Meet Trey A Journey to Leadership Embracing Challenges and Growth A Day in the Life Celebrating Team Diversity Love for His Community The Rewards of Service Lifelong Learning An Invitation to Join Looking Back Join Us in Celebrating Meet trey A Journey to Leadership Trey stepped into his curren
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.
IU School of Medicine
OCTOBER 18, 2024
Natascia Marino, PhD, assistant research professor of medicine at IU School of Medicine and a research scientist with the Komen Tissue Bank at the IU Simon Cancer Center, is among the authors of a study published online in npj Breast Cancer. Dr. Marino said the study demonstrates the importance of conducting research on the “normal breast” and that she and her colleagues were surprised by the role fat plays in the development of breast cancer.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
IU School of Medicine
OCTOBER 18, 2024
It’s common for people to ask friends to donate to a favorite charitable cause in lieu of birthday gifts, but Charlene Cheatham is taking it a step further. She’s asking her friends to donate their breast tissue. Some friends have questioned why she can’t just have a birthday dinner, but Cheatham, a community advocate with Pink-4-Ever Ending Disparities, wants to help them understand how vital it is for Black women to be involved in breast cancer research.
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.
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.
Platinum Meidcal Staffing
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The healthcare industry is always evolving, and one trend making waves is the increasing demand for surgical assistants and Registered Nurse First Assistants (RNFAs) through staffing agencies. As hospitals and surgery centers face tighter budgets and rising patient loads, the need for highly skilled surgical support is greater than ever. This is where staffing agencies like Platinum Medical Staffing come in, offering a flexible and cost-effective solution.
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.
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Webinar Latin Thoracic Rounds: Rounds on a 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.
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?
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.
IU School of Medicine
OCTOBER 18, 2024
Michele Coté, Ph.D., is just getting started in her new role as the second director of the Susan G. Komen Tissue Bank at IU Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center. An internationally recognized molecular cancer epidemiologist and health disparities researcher, she began at IU on Sept. 1. In addition to her role with the Komen Tissue Bank, Coté is the inaugural Dr.
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
Penn Medicine
OCTOBER 14, 2024
When should you consider getting updated shots, how, why and even which arm? Penn Medicine experts weigh in.
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.
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.
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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