Surgical Techie

MARCH 19, 2024

Subcutaneous injections are a common medical procedure used to administer medications into the layer of tissue just beneath the skin. While seemingly straightforward, mastering the technique is crucial for healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care and comfort. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the intricacies of subcutaneous injections, covering everything from the […] The post Mastering the Art of Subcutaneous Injections: A Comprehensive Guide appeared first on

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The Stitch

MARCH 19, 2024

The research warrants continuing investigations to translate the findings into a novel, more effective and longer-lasting cancer therapy. The post Baylor researchers awarded the National Academy of Sciences 2023 Cozzarelli Prize in Biomedical Sciences appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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MEDITEK

MARCH 18, 2024

[Photo source: Technical.ly.] Sometimes it’s the simplest detail missed that can cause the greatest amount of trouble! With so many things happening at once in even the most general OR sessions, the furthest thing from anyone’s focus is the cord which supplies power to the OR table — the central piece of equipment supporting the entire procedure.

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Anaesthesia News

MARCH 18, 2024

[link] DR. RAMYA GNANASEKAR ASST. PROFESSOR, Dept of Anaesthesiology, Kanyakumari Govt Medical College, Nagercoil, Tamilnadu.

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Neurosurgery

MARCH 18, 2024

Morbidity and mortality (M&M) is a common conference across medical specialties. It originated in the early 1900s when a surgeon named Ernest A. Codman , MD, attempted to create a systematic way of reporting errors and standardizing practices and procedures. Back then, error tracking and reporting were not the norm, and he lost privileges at his hospital for trying to introduce any evaluation of surgeon competence.

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The Stitch

MARCH 22, 2024

In a raw and vulnerable moment, a patient’s mother confided in me, “I’m deeply concerned about who will care for my son when I’m no The post Navigating future planning: Aging and intellectual and developmental disabilities appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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NVIDIA: Healthcare

MARCH 18, 2024

AI — already used to connect, analyze and offer predictions based on operating room data — will be critical to the future of surgery, boosting operating room efficiency and clinical decision-making. That’s why NVIDIA is working with Johnson & Johnson MedTech to test new AI capabilities for the company’s connected digital ecosystem for surgery. It aims to enable open innovation and accelerate the delivery of real-time insights at scale to support medical professionals before, during and after

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Surgical Information Systems

MARCH 20, 2024

Surgical Information Systems received the 2024 Top Workplaces USA award for the fourth year in a row.

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The Stitch

MARCH 21, 2024

Dr. Angela Catic provides safe driving tips for older adults and details how to know when to stop. The post Driving safety for older adults appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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OR Manager

MARCH 21, 2024

The promise of quicker recovery and fewer complications from sedation, anesthesia, and pain management have drawn clinicians and patients alike to procedures performed in ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) and More » The post Procedural sedation analgesia considerations for ASC leaders appeared first on OR Manager.

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DFW Anesthesia Professionals

MARCH 21, 2024

In an age where healthcare institutions are increasingly digitizing patient records and relying on interconnected systems for patient care, the risk of cyber attacks looms large. With the potential for devastating consequences ranging from data breaches to life-threatening disruptions in medical services, safeguarding healthcare data has become paramount.

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USA Medical and Surgical Supplies

MARCH 20, 2024

A 32-inch widescreen surgical monitor with 4K UHD (3840 x 2160 pixels) resolution and high brightness for endoscopy, microsurgery, and other high-precision procedures. Precise color reproduction (BT.2020) HDR support PinP and PbyP display. Price: $9,817.

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The Stitch

MARCH 20, 2024

March is colorectal cancer awareness month, and Dr. Punam Parikh-Amin, Baylor Medicine colorectal surgeon, wants patients to understand that screenings are key to detecting colon cancer. The post Colonoscopies: the gold standard for screening appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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OR Manager

MARCH 21, 2024

Surgical procedures are necessary steps in patient journeys—no one wants to have surgery, but most people will need it at some point for care continuity and better quality of life. To best support positive More » The post AI’s pivotal role in transforming OR efficiency, now and in the future appeared first on OR Manager.

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Triage Staffing

MARCH 20, 2024

It’s a question we get a lot—how soon can I travel? For travel nurses, assignments require two years of experience before they can hit the road. Other specialties, like lab, cardio and radiology also require time on the job before being able to take a travel position. But what ab out rehab therapy? Rehab therapy pros can travel immediately after graduation, which is why Triage has a special p rogram just for rehab therapy students.

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USA Medical and Surgical Supplies

MARCH 20, 2024

Faithfully reproduce stereoscopic images with this 26-inch widescreen 3D surgical monitor. 26-inch LCD monitor with full HD resolution (1920 x 1080 pixels) Powerful LED backlight with 580 cd/m² luminance for optimal viewing in bright operating room. Price: $7,975.

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The Stitch

MARCH 21, 2024

We are one step behind the semifinals. Help Baylor research reach the final round and beyond. The post Help Baylor College of Medicine advance in the STAT Madness Science Competition appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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OR Manager

MARCH 21, 2024

The past two issues of OR Manager (February and March 2024) looked back at several years of data from our annual Salary/Career Survey. The first article focused on the changing role of the business manager More » The post Decade of salary data shows mix of small gains, stagnation for OR leaders appeared first on OR Manager.

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CME Corp

MARCH 19, 2024

Medical facilities are specialized environments with unique design requirements and operational considerations. Identifying and procuring Division 11 equipment for these essential facilities during the design and development phase of the construction project is a top priority so details like structural supports, plumbing, and hard-wired electrical connections are incorporated into the architectural drawings from the beginning.

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USA Medical and Surgical Supplies

MARCH 20, 2024

A 31 wide screen surgical monitor with full HD display that faithfully reproduces surgical images. 31 inch LCD monitor with full HD resolution (1920 x 1080 pixels) Powerful LED backlight with 650 cd/m² luminance for optimal viewing in bright operat. Price: $4,010.

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Triage Staffing

MARCH 18, 2024

An aging population is driving an anticipated surge in home healthcare. It’s thought that there are nearly 200,000 new home health nursing positions are needed to cater to the needs of individuals opting to stay in their homes as they age. For those considering a career as a home health travel nurse, the timing couldn’t be better. Here’s what you can expect from a home health travel job.

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OR Manager

MARCH 21, 2024

Critical assessment and rapid response are essentials skills for perioperative staff members, and that goes double for perioperative leadership. Patient-centered leadership is a must. Like the OR, the More » The post Safe postop patient recovery: A day in the PACU leader role appeared first on OR Manager.

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Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeons

MARCH 17, 2024

It’s hard to believe that every six minutes someone dies from a blood clot here in the United States. Blood clots are gel-like masses that form inside your arteries or veins anywhere in the body.

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USA Medical and Surgical Supplies

MARCH 19, 2024

Eizo FlexScan EV2456FX-BK – The 16:10, energy efficient monitor that’s nice to look at and even better to use. Ultra-Thin Bezels On All Four Sides The monitor features 1 mm ultra-slim bezels on the sides and top with black bor. Price: $1,099.

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Association of Women Surgeons

MARCH 20, 2024

By Alyssa Brown A few weeks ago, I apologized to my boyfriend for missing date night (again).

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OR Manager

MARCH 21, 2024

This past February, the OR Business Management Conference, held in Phoenix, Arizona, brought together business managers of all walks of life. The intimate event was once again a symbiotic blend between More » The post Editorial appeared first on OR Manager.

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CNECT

MARCH 19, 2024

Last Updated: April 2, 2024 Artificial intelligence (AI) is advancing at a rapid pace. As its capabilities become more diverse and complex, so do its applications. Early in its rise to prominence, AI was identified as having a potentially revolutionary impact on the healthcare industry. Although traditionally resistant to change, many healthcare organizations have moved quickly to adopt AI, harnessing it in innovative ways to improve their operations and enhance patient care.

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USA Medical and Surgical Supplies

MARCH 19, 2024

Experience razor-sharp text contours, brilliant graphics, and clear images. Thanks to the high-quality IPS panels with LED backlight, contrasts and colours remain stable from every viewing angle. Precise color control EIZO monitors. Price: $935.

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Penn Medicine

MARCH 19, 2024

After four years of medical school shaped by the COVID-19 pandemic, on Match Day, the Class of 2024 opened their residency match envelopes—and their futures.

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OR Manager

MARCH 21, 2024

For surgeons and other medical professionals, what to wear to work is more than just an afterthought. Over the decades, surgical scrubs have undergone a significant transformation, evolving from simple More » The post Surgical scrub evolution and the future of smart medical attire appeared first on OR Manager.

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NVIDIA: Healthcare

MARCH 18, 2024

Pharma and biology researchers developing the next generation of therapeutics can now take advantage of NVIDIA BioNeMo ’s expanded generative AI toolkit, along with new ways to access its models. The latest BioNeMo foundation models can analyze DNA sequences, predict how proteins will change shape in response to a drug molecule, and determine a cell’s function based on its RNA.

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USA Medical and Surgical Supplies

MARCH 19, 2024

Eizo EV3285 FlexScan 31 LCD Monitor Work Four Times Bigger and Better Work four times bigger with this large 31.5-inch, 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) resolution monitor that gives you four times the workspace of full HD. Work four times. Price: $2,903.

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OR Manager

MARCH 21, 2024

What if a surgeon decided to perform a procedure on a patient that was not totally necessary? It happens more often that one might realize. As recently as August 2023, Forbes published an article that cited a More » The post How data puts the ‘value’ in value-based care appeared first on OR Manager.

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OR Manager

MARCH 21, 2024

The pace of innovation in healthcare is nearly constant. From nurse managers to cardiac surgeons, all modern healthcare professionals must train consistently to remain current with the latest guidelines More » The post How gamification improves OR training, outcomes appeared first on OR Manager.

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USA Medical and Surgical Supplies

MARCH 18, 2024

Eizo Radiforce MX217 21" 2 megapixel resolution cost-performance monitor with DICOM Part 14 calibration for viewing medical images. Hybrid Display of Monochrome and Color The Hybrid Gamma PXL function automatically distinguishes between m. Price: $1,723.

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USA Medical and Surgical Supplies

MARCH 18, 2024

RadiCS UX2 Quality Control & Calibration From calibration to improved work efficiency, RadiCS provides total support for the maintenance and control of client monitors. Optimal Quality Control of Monitors in Your Hospital. Price: $2,756.

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USA Medical and Surgical Supplies

MARCH 18, 2024

Eizo Radiforce RX560 5MP 21" Color LCD Radiology Monitor The RX560 MammoDuo integrates two RX560 monitors side by side on a specifically designed stand. High-brightness color monitor has the high-definition display necessary for breast imaging. Price: $16,748.

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