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Virtual care enhances perioperative efficiency

OR Manager

Eliminating physical distance as a barrier to communication makes it easier for caretakers to help not only their patients, but also one another. This is the promise of virtual care technology, which offers More » The post Virtual care enhances perioperative efficiency appeared first on OR Manager.

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Self-care for the caregiver

The Stitch

Dr. Mary Kenan highlights the important role of family and loved ones in caring for people with chronic illness. The post Self-care for the caregiver appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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SIS Expands Capabilities with Strategic Acquisition of Surgical Notes

Surgical Information Systems

SIS acquires Surgical Notes to enhance its Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) services and provide transcription services for ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs).

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How CBT for insomnia can unlock other mental health challenges

Penn Medicine

For Lyssa and many others, the goal-oriented cognitive behavioral therapy for sleeplessness helped with other issues like anxiety.

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Nitrous Oxide Leakage in Medical Settings

DFW Anesthesia Professionals

Nitrous oxide (N₂O) is widely used in healthcare for its analgesic and anesthetic properties. Although its therapeutic value is well-established, nitrous oxide leakage is a significant problem for medical and environmental reasons. Research indicates that chronic exposure to nitrous oxide can lead to health issues for medical staff, while leakage from containment systems causes environmental harm and financial implications for healthcare facilities.

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How tau becomes a ‘bad guy’ that contributes to Alzheimer’s disease

The Stitch

The findings suggest a strategy to lower tau levels and explore the potential effects in Alzheimer’s disease and tau-induced dementias. The post How tau becomes a ‘bad guy’ that contributes to Alzheimer’s disease appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Medical Specialties That Work With Anesthesiology

Nashville Anesthesia Professionals

Anesthesiology is a critical branch of medicine focused on the relief of pain and the administration of anesthetics for surgeries, diagnostics, and therapeutic procedures. Many medical specialties rely on anesthesiology to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes across diverse medical scenarios. Surgery has a very close relationship with anesthesiology.

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No construction required—AI uncovers system-wide capacity

OR Manager

Amid rising demand for surgical procedures, improving perioperative operations is a pressing priority for any hospital. For a system serving one of the fastest-growing counties in the US, it becomes an More » The post No construction required—AI uncovers system-wide capacity appeared first on OR Manager.

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FROM THE LABS: From bench to bedside: Osteoarthritis gene therapy developed in the lab at Baylor is in clinical trials nationwide

The Stitch

These promising clinical trial results are a big step forward in a years-long development journey that started in the lab at Baylor. The post FROM THE LABS: From bench to bedside: Osteoarthritis gene therapy developed in the lab at Baylor is in clinical trials nationwide appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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New ADA Requirements for Medical Diagnostic Equipment

CME Corp

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has long been a standard for ensuring accessibility across public and private sectors, particularly in healthcare. Recently, the ADA introduced updated guidelines specifically targeting medical diagnostic equipment (MDE). These new requirements correct critical accessibility issues in healthcare by ensuring that medical equipment is designed to be safely accessible and functional for patients of all abilities.

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Triage Thanksgiving Hours

Triage Staffing

The Triage offices in both Omaha and Cincinnati will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 28 and 29 for the Thanksgiving holidays. We will open back up on Monday, December 2. If you’re currently on assignment, please send in your previous week timecard as soon as possible to ensure proper payment on December 6. Your timecard covering the Thanksgiving week can be sent in as normal.

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Why bullying, incivility demand distinction

OR Manager

Think of that colleague you would not miss if they called out sick. You may be short-staffed, but you know you are going to have a better shift without their chronic complaining, drama, and lack of More » The post Why bullying, incivility demand distinction appeared first on OR Manager.

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Thanksgiving nutrition: enjoying holiday favorites while staying on track with your health goals

The Stitch

This Thanksgiving, enjoy the offerings of the season and see how fall foods can keep you focused on your health goals. The post Thanksgiving nutrition: enjoying holiday favorites while staying on track with your health goals appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Comprehensive Cardiovascular Services: Elevating Patient Outcomes with SpecialtyCare

SpecialtyCare

Table of Contents The Heart of Cardiovascular Care Key Focus Areas in Cardiovascular Services: Enhancing Hospital Performance Cost Efficiency and Resource Optimization Focus on Patient Outcomes Innovation in Cardiovascular Care Data-Driven Decision Making Custom Solutions Training and Education: Building Future Experts Why Hospitals Choose SpecialtyCare A Trusted Partner Comprehensive Support Advancing the Field of Cardiac Care Commitment to Research Leadership in the Industry Conclusion In this

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Performance Punishment, Perfect Punishment?

Association of Women Surgeons

By Jenna Kwon I heard about it for the first time during a recent meeting with my mentor from the … Continue reading "Performance Punishment, Perfect Punishment?

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Tardiness policies fine-tune rural OR reform efforts

OR Manager

When a speaker at a recent conference asked if anyone had achieved a first-case on-time start (FCOTS) rate above 90%, Jay Parker, BSN, RN, could have been the only one in the room with his hand up. However More » The post Tardiness policies fine-tune rural OR reform efforts appeared first on OR Manager.

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Compassion beyond hospital curtains and prison bars 

The Stitch

“Let’s open these curtains and let some light in here. Is that better, Mr. Roy?” I first met Mr. Roy during my cardiothoracic surgery rotation The post Compassion beyond hospital curtains and prison bars appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Triage Traveler Open Enrollment

Triage Staffing

Triage Open Enrollment begins November 19 and run through December 3 for Triage travelers. Travelers who are still under an RTG Medical contract will go through a special open enrollment in December. If you want to contribute to a Health Savings Account or make changes to your benefit selections in 2025, you must log in to UKG to make your choices. If you do nothing, your benefits will remain the same as in 2024, with the exception of contributing to an HSA.

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Ryan McCormack’s Operational Excellence Mixtape: November 15, 2024

LeanBlog

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 48 Years of Excellence in 48 Words – Tom Peters Tom Peters, the legendary co-author of the business classic In Search of Excellence and exclamation point enthusiast, summarizes his insights

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The anesthesia staffing crisis: How we got here, what hospitals can do

OR Manager

Last November, two hospitals in Portland, Oregon, reportedly had to cancel several hundred procedures—nearly all nonemergency surgeries—due to a shortage of anesthesia providers. This incident is just one More » The post The anesthesia staffing crisis: How we got here, what hospitals can do appeared first on OR Manager.

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Diabetes and depression: Is there a connection between them?

The Stitch

Dr. Elina Trofimovsky details how diabetes can lead to depression and gives tips on how to manage the two. The post Diabetes and depression: Is there a connection between them? appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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How CTVS Treats Diabetes Complications

Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeons

Diabetes affects millions of Americans. It occurs when the body is unable to produce enough insulin and process blood sugar properly. If managed well through proper diet and medication, those with diabetes can lead full and active lives. There are however some serious complications commonly associated with diabetes, like cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, and PAD (Peripheral Artery Disease).

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Well-Being Coach Helps Health Care Workers Battle Burnout

Penn Medicine

Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health offers employees a free, in-person well-being coach to help navigate personal and professional hardships.

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Practice updates ease steam sterilization balancing act

OR Manager

Reliable and robust enough for daily use on most medical devices, steam is the most common sterilant in healthcare facilities. However, using steam properly requires a balancing act. For example, too much More » The post Practice updates ease steam sterilization balancing act appeared first on OR Manager.

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The dangers of vaping

The Stitch

Dr. Shanda Blackmon says vaping can trap individuals in a cycle of addiction with serious health consequences. The post The dangers of vaping appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Conference community-building proves its worth

OR Manager

How should responsibilities associated with C-sections be divided between the OR team and the OB/GYN department at a staff-strapped rural hospital? This was just one of many questions I had never considered More » The post Conference community-building proves its worth appeared first on OR Manager.

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Strategic thinking tools, techniques transform vision to reality

OR Manager

Strategic thinking is hard in the pressure cooker that is today’s healthcare environment. Yet, understanding and engaging in strategic thinking has never been more important to the success of organizations More » The post Strategic thinking tools, techniques transform vision to reality appeared first on OR Manager.

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Perianesthesia certification protects patients, promotes retention

OR Manager

Although certification can be a career accelerator for any nurse, perioperative nurses in particular appear to be getting the message. Consider the most recent data from the American Board of Perianesthesia More » The post Perianesthesia certification protects patients, promotes retention appeared first on OR Manager.