LiveData

MARCH 8, 2024

Patient flow management is an essential aspect of efficiency in health care settings. Explore our strategies for improving patient flow in surgical centers.

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SurgicalPerformance

MARCH 7, 2024

I had the great fortune learning laparoscopic surgery from Dr Tony McCartney, a gynaecological oncologist and surgical pioneer in Perth, WA. He invented the McCartney Tube, that many of us use often to perform Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomies. Tony once told me: “Andreas, if you your surgical technique has not changed in the last 10 years, you are doing something wrong.

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Anaesthesia News

MARCH 6, 2024

Introduction: The classic laryngeal mask airway was invented by Dr Archie Brain in the UK in 1981 1. It became commercially available in the United Kingdom in 1988 and in the United States in 1991. The LMA Classic (cLMA) received wide recognition in a short time and has had a major impact on anesthesia practice and airway management. Some authors refer to these as extraglottic 2-3 , periglottic 4 or supralaryngeal airways 5 , but the term ‘supraglottic airways’ is the most widely use

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The Stitch

MARCH 6, 2024

Jasmariah Swenson sought specialized cardiac care from Dr. Marc Moon and Dr. Jose Diez after an onset of chest pain. The post Patient travels from Utah for open heart surgery appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Nebraska Methodist College

MARCH 8, 2024

Discover the growing demand for respiratory therapists amid changing healthcare trends and an aging population. Learn key insights in respiratory care.

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SurgicalPerformance

MARCH 6, 2024

Through my extensive research on complications and how they impact on the lives of surgeons, I am familiar with the anguish, anxiety and self-doubt that complication events cause surgeons every day. However, we don’t talk openly about our complications and failures, nor the feelings of inadequacy they cause, because we don’t want to be seen as incompetent.

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Anaesthesia News

MARCH 2, 2024

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Pima Medical Institute

MARCH 6, 2024

Meet Betty-Pauline Gradillas, MEd, RCP, RRT. BP, as she’s called, is the Respiratory Therapy program director at our Tucson campus. She has been with Pima Medical for 17 years and in the respiratory therapy field for more than three decades. While at Pima Medical, she has been a leader in everything from classroom and clinical instruction, to being program director of the online Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy program.

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SurgicalPerformance

MARCH 6, 2024

Twelve months ago we discussed “Goal setting” and how it can help moving forward, developing your medical practice and improving your job satisfaction. For me personally, some of them are still very valid. Some I achieved; others not (yet). My first point last year was: “Did I perform a new procedure?” Yes, I ran into trouble with a rather challenging case.

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Neurosurgery

MARCH 6, 2024

There is nothing more important to a neurosurgeon than patient safety. We strive daily to provide the right care to the right patient at the right time and place in the best possible way. Beyond each individual encounter, achieving this requires constant assessment and reassessment of all aspects of care delivery — a process called quality improvement.

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The Stitch

MARCH 8, 2024

Globally, social inequality in health is a major public health challenge. In both upper-middle-income and high-income countries, contemporary healthcare and social service systems are struggling The post Public-private partnerships to address social inequality in health: Lessons from the literature appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Surgical Information Systems

MARCH 7, 2024

Surgical Information Systems (SIS) shares detailed steps ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) and other healthcare organizations can take to protect themselves from cybersecurity threats in the wake of the Change Healthcare cyberattack.

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Nashville Anesthesia Professionals

MARCH 4, 2024

Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) is a common neurological disorder that affects approximately 5-10% of the population (1). It is characterized by an irresistible urge to move the legs, often accompanied by uncomfortable sensations, such as tingling, itching, or crawling. These symptoms typically worsen during periods of rest or inactivity, leading to sleep disturbances and a significant impact on patients’ quality of life (2).

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DFW Anesthesia Professionals

MARCH 4, 2024

In the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, it is imperative to develop effective antiviral treatments to stop or reduce the progression of Covid-19 in patients. This is particularly important given the many short and long-term negative health outcomes associated with severe Covid-19. Among the many medications considered, two prominent drugs, Simnotrelvir and Paxlovid, have emerged.

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The Stitch

MARCH 4, 2024

A silent threat lurks within the waters of rural sub-Saharan Africa, where communities rely on the local rivers for daily activities. The post Impact of female genital schistosomiasis and its social implications in endemic communities appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Penn Medicine

MARCH 6, 2024

Gregory Beatty, MD, PhD, explains how repurposing an old technique could help improve the success rate of immunotherapy for pancreatic cancer.

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The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

MARCH 8, 2024

Video The Surgeon’s Role in Managing Patients with Resectable NSCLC smccarthy Fri, 03/08/2024 - 14:51 In this video, Dr. Leah Backhus, thoracic surgeon and professor of cardiothoracic surgery at Stanford Medicine, discusses the surgeon’s role in managing patients with resectable non-small cell lung cancer. Topics include patient encounters at diagnosis (:09); the role of the multidisciplinary tumor board (1:08); the surgeon’s role in a team-based approach to diagnosis and staging (2:38); molecul

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LeanBlog

MARCH 4, 2024

It's 9 p.m. in an operating room, just before the last procedure of a long day that had been full of delays. A nurse sees that the surgeon is about to make an incision without first stopping for the expected “timeout,” a crucial step that helps the team confirm, among other things, that the correct surgery is about to be performed on the correct side of the correct patient.

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USA Medical and Surgical Supplies

MARCH 7, 2024

Luvis S300 is a versatile multi-purpose surgical LED light. Adjustable Functions Light Field Size Light / Illumination intensity Color temperature Dental Mode / Examination Mode / surgical Mode Price: $5,580.

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Penn Medicine

MARCH 4, 2024

With Penn Medicine Advanced Home Health, even patients facing a potentially serious medical issue can receive care safely at home.

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The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

MARCH 8, 2024

As key members of the multidisciplinary care team, thoracic surgeons play a pivotal role in the patient journey for resectable Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. This patient journey map, suitable for both surgeons and patients, outlines the stages of treatment of resectable NSCLC from diagnosis and staging, to resection, referral to a medical oncologist, and surveillance.

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The Anesthesia Consultant

MARCH 7, 2024

The Anesthesia Consultant was just named the #1 anesthesiology blog in the world by Feedspot. I’m grateful for this distinction. As of March 2024 we’ve received over 2.9 million clicks on The Anesthesia Consultant from over 100 countries. The website currently contains over 300 columns, opinion editorials, ranking lists and anecdotes. Half the articles are intended for anesthesia professionals, and half are intended for lay readers.

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USMD Health System

MARCH 7, 2024

Explore the many benefits of robotic-assisted hysterectomy. Our surgeons use advanced systems for faster recovery times and more successful outcomes.

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Association of Women Surgeons

MARCH 6, 2024

By: Mary-Lynn Hatem Growing up, I had a close family member who struggled with Hirschsprung disease.

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Salem Anesthesia

MARCH 5, 2024

Anesthesia is a critical component of medical procedures, ensuring that patients undergo surgeries and interventions with minimal pain and discomfort. However, several myths surround the use of anesthesia, leading to misconceptions and concerns among individuals. In this blog, we’ll debunk some of the most common myths regarding anesthesia. Myth: Anesthesia always leads to unconsciousness.

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Sullivan Healthcare Consulting

MARCH 5, 2024

The rapid growth in the ambulatory surgery center (ASC) is attributable primarily to their high quality, convenience, lower costs and outstanding patient experience relative to other care settings. Standard outpatient procedures like knee arthroscopies cost roughly 60% less at ASCs than in hospital outpatient departments. That makes surgery centers more attractive to private payors, CMS, and patients.

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CME Corp

MARCH 5, 2024

Fume hoods play a vital role in protecting laboratory personnel from exposure to hazardous substances. Proper installation of laboratory fume hoods is necessary to ensuring the safety and efficiency of laboratory operations as well as compliance with standards and regulations.

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Triage Staffing

MARCH 4, 2024

Travel nurses fill in the gaps for healthcare providers struggling with staffing shortages. The average travel nurse contract length is relatively short, so you won’t stay in the same place for too long. Many nurses love this approach because it allows them to explore different cities and grow their professional network. This flexibility is a big draw for many in the field.

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The Anesthesia Consultant

MARCH 2, 2024

I’m an anesthesiologist, and I like to tell stories. This one is true. If you wonder how much the anesthesia scene has changed significantly over the past four decades, check out this narrative: In 1986 I was in my second and final year of anesthesia residency training at Stanford, and I was looking for a job. The entire program was 24 months long in those days.

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Platinum Meidcal Staffing

MARCH 2, 2024

In the intricate web of healthcare, the seamless functioning of medical facilities relies heavily on having the right professionals in place. However, with the evolving demands and dynamic workforce landscape, healthcare institutions often face challenges in recruiting and retaining qualified personnel. This is where medical staffing agencies emerge as crucial partners, bridging the gap between healthcare providers and talented professionals.

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RK.MD

MARCH 4, 2024

Double sequential external defibrillation (DSED) can be used in ventricular fibrillation (VF) which remains refractory to conventional ACLS protocols. It involves utilizing two defibrillators to rapidly deliver two shocks in succession to increase energy sent to the myocardium with multiple vectors at a lower shock impedance. This technique has also been used to cardiovert patients with atrial fibrillation as shown in this image.

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Triage Staffing

MARCH 6, 2024

We asked our travelers to share their most memorable assignments and put together a list of some of our Team Triage traveler favorites. An assignment is memorable for so many different reasons, whether it’s the location, the coworkers, the proximity to hobbies or just another state checked off of a bucket list. Here is what our travelers had to say about their stand out assignment memories!

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The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

MARCH 5, 2024

2024 STS Coronary Conference Agenda lmeyer Tue, 03/05/2024 - 20:15 All times listed in Eastern Time Zone. Rapid Fire Abstract Session (7 – 8 a.m.) Session 7: EACTS @ STS Coronary Conference (8 – 9 a.m.) Moderators: Marc Ruel, MD, MPH (Ottawa, Ontario, Canada) and Joseph F. Sabik III, MD (Cleveland, OH, USA) Time Presentation Title Presenter Residing Location 8 – 8:12 a.m.

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