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Celebrating Milestones and Inspiring Change: Insights from Incredible Health’s Fifth Annual State of US Nursing Report

Incredible Health

The post Celebrating Milestones and Inspiring Change: Insights from Incredible Health’s Fifth Annual State of US Nursing Report appeared first on Incredible Health.

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IU Krannert Cardiovascular Research Center study brings optimism to pathology resident with sickle cell

IU School of Medicine

“At any moment, in a matter of seconds, I could have a sickle cell crisis,” writes Indiana University School of Medicine clinical pathology resident Halimat Olaniyan, MD, in her book, “ Breaking the Cycle of Pain, Short Stories on Living with Sickle Cell.” “As the crescent-shaped red blood cells coursing through my veins turn on me,” she continues, “they stick together and block the flow of blood in my body.

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Celebrating Match Day 2024

The Stitch

Today, fourth-year medical students at Baylor College of Medicine learned where they will go after graduation for their residency training. The post Celebrating Match Day 2024 appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Explore the Transformative Potential of AI Across Industries at NVIDIA GTC

NVIDIA: Healthcare

The integration of AI technologies has become crucial for organizations seeking to drive innovation, enhance productivity and gain a competitive edge. Among the most promising advancements are the use of large language models (LLMs) , retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) and accelerated data processing to adopt generative AI capabilities. These technologies have the potential to reshape industries, revolutionize customer experiences, optimize risk management and drive efficiency.

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Incredible Health Reaches 1 Million Nurses and 1500 Hospitals Nationwide

Incredible Health

Incredible Health reaches 1 million nurses and 1500 hospitals, making it the largest career marketplace for nurses in the United States.

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This Graduate’s Journey Ended with her Dream Job!

Pima Medical Institute

Robin Maser had a dream and knew that she needed to advance her education for that to be possible. The school she was attending recommended she look into Pima Medical’s online respiratory therapy bachelor’s degree program. She says the online program helped her to balance work and life, and now she is working in her dream job in critical care transport.

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Image of the Month: Flood-tolerant plants

The Stitch

A serendipitous finding set researchers on a path to discover a potential way to make plants more flood tolerant. The post Image of the Month: Flood-tolerant plants appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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The Best Nursing Resume Guide for 2024 With Templates

Incredible Health

Reviewed by: Kiley Griffin, R.N. Imagine a registered nurse going into a patient’s room without a stethoscope or wearing sandals with their scrubs. The patient would feel confused and uneasy. This example is extreme, but it would relay to the patient their nurse isn’t prepared. The same holds true regarding your nursing resume. You don’t […] The post The Best Nursing Resume Guide for 2024 With Templates appeared first on Incredible Health.

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LG Health employee’s "pawsitively” inspiring volunteer journey

Penn Medicine

Maria Wright has spent years volunteering with United Disability Service’s (UDS) service dog program, and is now waiting to receive a furry assistant of her own.

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Can I get sick from my pet?

The Stitch

Dr. Stacey Rose discusses the risks pets can bring in certain environments, including the rare risk of getting sick from them. The post Can I get sick from my pet? appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Can the time it takes to treat breast cancer be cut dramatically?

IU School of Medicine

IU researcher testing whether chemo and radiation can be delivered concurrently Just like every other year, Sandra Chapman went in for her annual mammogram in October 2016. But this time, something was different. A few days later, she got a call. Doctors had spotted a pea-sized spot and wanted to take a closer look. In the weeks that followed, Chapman underwent additional imaging tests and a biopsy.

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Innovative Strategies for Maximizing OR Efficiency

NexGen Surgical

The operating room (OR) is one of the most essential hospital roles. Hospitals can maximize patient care, effectively utilize resources, and enhance their financial success through ORs, leading to patient satisfaction, staff satisfaction, and productivity. Apart from improved patient care and satisfaction, one of the hospitals’ key objectives is generating revenue that keeps their operations […] The post Innovative Strategies for Maximizing OR Efficiency appeared first on NexGen Surg

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Small gifts spread joy and comfort for hospitalized patients

Penn Medicine

Through the PennHOPES program, staff at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania are spreading kindness among patients facing extended stays.

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All about eating before and after weight loss surgery

The Stitch

Senior registered dietitian Claire Edgemon breaks down how eating and diet works following weight loss or bariatric surgery. The post All about eating before and after weight loss surgery appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Arcade game inspiring treatment for triple negative breast cancer

IU School of Medicine

National Institutes of Health funds study to test new drug combination for triple negative breast cancer Think back to your days as a kid. Ever stop by an arcade? If you did, you almost certainly played Whac-A-Mole, the popular game in which toy rodents randomly pop up from holes, and you desperately try to thump them back into hiding with a mallet.

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The Cost of Changing Jobs

The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

Blog The Cost of Changing Jobs KCummings Fri, 03/15/2024 - 14:08 Resident / Fellow Surgeon At some point in their career, nearly every cardiothoracic surgeon will grapple with the decision of whether to remain in their current position or seek opportunities elsewhere. This decision can stem from unexpected offers, personal and professional aspirations, or dissatisfaction with one’s situation.

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8 Steps to Manage a Technology Rollout that Leads to Improved OR Performance

Caresyntax

When Universal Health Services (UHS) wanted to run an OR block utilization pilot program with the Caresyntax platform, Kat DeGeiso jumped at the chance to lead it. Kat is the System Director of Surgical Services at UHS-owned Northern Nevada Health System, where she oversees the ambulatory surgery center and both of the system’s acute-care facilities.

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Bacteriophages: antibiotic resistant tuberculosis’ worst nightmare

The Stitch

In the shadow of the COVID-19 pandemic, another silent killer, tuberculosis (TB), loomed. The post Bacteriophages: antibiotic resistant tuberculosis’ worst nightmare appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Welcome back: Kacena Lab preparing for space launch in July

IU School of Medicine

Written by Melissa Kacena, PhD , a professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Indiana University School of Medicine. It’s been a while since we posted a blog. The reason: the unpredictability of spaceflight and timing pressures. This journey began in August 2012 when two spaceflight experiments were planned. The first was to be a cell-based study, and the second was to be a mouse bone healing study.

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This Medical Assistant Graduate’s Journey Ended with her Dream Job!

Pima Medical Institute

Bryttnee McKinney is a proud two-time graduate of Pima Medical Institute. She earned her Medical Assistant certificate from our Renton campus and continued to earn her Health Care Administration associate degree through our online program. Here’s her story. “I took a leap of faith and it ended up being my calling! After the birth of my oldest daughter, I was feeling the pressure of parenthood.

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Eizo RX370 3MP 21" Radiology Monitor

USA Medical and Surgical Supplies

RadiForce RX370 21.3" Color LCD Monitor A 3 megapixel high-brightness monitor ideal for accurate display of monochrome and color images. Streamlined Modern Image Reading Provide a total solution that contr. Price: $8,038.

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Big hats, big smells – this is why you crave all the food at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo

The Stitch

Dr. Tran Locke explains why certain smells create food cravings inside the body. The post Big hats, big smells – this is why you crave all the food at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Ballinger earns Career Development Award from ASCO Conquer Cancer Foundation

IU School of Medicine

Tarah Ballinger , MD, was named a recipient of the Career Development Award presented by the Conquer Cancer Foundation of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). It was presented at the recent 2019 ASCO Annual Meeting in Chicago. The Career Development Award provides research funding to clinical investigators as they establish an independent research program.

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2024 State of US Nursing Report

Incredible Health

Incredible Health’s Fifth Annual State of US Nursing Report reveals the challenges and insights driving nurses to leave their roles. Uncover why 23% of nurses are quitting their jobs in 2024. Download the report.

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Heart Valve Disease Forum 2024

The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

Event Heart Valve Disease Forum 2024 kchalko Wed, 03/13/2024 - 08:19 Event dates Aug 30–31, 2024 Mayfield Hotel, Seoul, Korea Location Seoul, Korea STS is pleased to co-present the Heart Valve Disease Forum (HVDF) with the Korean Society for Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, offering the latest knowledge regarding the basics, diagnosis, treatment, and future of valvular heart disease.

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Polyco Polywear Disposable Gowns 10610

USA Medical and Surgical Supplies

PolyWear® Disposable Gowns PolyWear® disposable gowns are unparalleled in their cost effectiveness and protective barrier. Hospitals, health clinics and bio-research laboratories consistently choose our gowns due to their protection and cost savings. Price: $83.

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Childhood cancer survivor, future pediatric oncology nurse

IU School of Medicine

When Tatum Parker was about to turn 6, she woke up in the night with terrible pain in her leg. Her parents took her to the emergency department, but rather than a broken leg or injury, Tatum had a large tumor on her right femur. Her pediatrician immediately recommended Riley Hospital for Children at IU Health. A few days later, Tatum had a biopsy at Riley Hospital, and doctors diagnosed her with Ewing sarcoma.

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Maximize the Efficiency of Healthcare Storage Now and Tomorrow

CME Corp

Healthcare needs are constantly changing. As technology evolves and new medications and treatment protocols arise, supply and storage needs will change. But what doesn’t change often enough? Storage spaces.

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What to Know About Benign Esophageal Diseases

Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeons

At CTVS, our thoracic surgeons treat conditions affecting the esophagus including the most serious issue – esophageal cancer – and benign foregut disease like acid reflux (or GERD) and achalasia. GERD stands for gastroesophageal reflux disease, or more commonly acid reflux, and refers to the occurrence of stomach acid routinely flowing backwards up into the esophagus from the stomach.

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Polyco Polywear Disposable Gowns 10510

USA Medical and Surgical Supplies

PolyWear® Disposable Gowns Unparalleled in their cost effectiveness and protective barrier. Hospitals, health clinics and bio-research laboratories consistently choose our gowns due to their protection and cost savings. Bulk/Individually Bagged Price: $60.

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I am evidence of what research can do and will do

IU School of Medicine

At 26, and a new mother, Nadia Miller’s dreams were typical. She wanted a big family, a career and hoped to one day travel the world. Then life—and her dreams—abruptly changed. “I was at that invisible stage in life. I was planning a family. I just bought a new home. My career was going well. And then, ‘You have breast cancer.’” Nadia was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer.

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Featured Author Podcast: Gastric Volume and Diabetes

Anesthesiology Journal

Moderator: James P. Rathmell, M.D. Participants: Anahi Perlas, M.D. and Mark Warner, M.D.

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Basics of AI in Healthcare & Surgery

Association of Women Surgeons

By: Brielle Ochoa On PubMed, the number of publications for “artificial intelligence” (AI) and “surgery” ten years ago was less … Continue reading "Basics of AI in Healthcare & Surgery"

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Ansell Microflex TouchNTuff Exam Gloves

USA Medical and Surgical Supplies

TOUCHNTUFF® 92-600 An unparalleled combination of chemical splash protection, comfort and durability KEY FEATURES AND BENEFITS Advanced chemical resistance: With TNT™ Technology for ultimate protection Price: $170.

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Fighting triple negative breast cancer with “I” and “U”

IU School of Medicine

Meridian, Jeff, and Autumn Sobel signing the agreement establishing the Becky Sobel Breast Cancer Research Fund on what would have been Becky’s 50 th Birthday. Beginning a lifelong friendship, Tony Chu and Jeff Sobel first met outside their freshman dorm at Syracuse University in the Fall of 1987. Moving to different regions across the country and around the world, they both served full careers in the United States Air Force.

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Featured Author Podcast: Intraoperative Vasopressors and Delirium

Anesthesiology Journal

Moderator: BobbieJean Sweitzer, M.D. Participants: Maximilian Sebastian Schaefer, M.D. and Amy Gaskell, M.B.Ch.B., Ph.D.

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ANAESTHESIA FOR CAESAREAN SECTION IN PATIENTS WITH CARDIAC DISEASE – PART I

Anaesthesia News

1. CONGENITAL HEART DISEASE (CHD) Atrial septal / ventricular septal defects in pregnancy are often well tolerated during pregnancy. When anaesthetizing patients with CHD, using either a regional technique or general anaesthesia, the following factors must be kept in mind; prevention of accidental intravenous infusion of air bubbles, when planning epidural anaesthesia, loss of resistance to saline rather than air should be used to identify the epidural space , a slow onset of epidural analgesia