The CRNA Chase
DECEMBER 11, 2022
What I am noticing is a lot of you guys are fearful and overwhelmed, and just not sure. You are really questioning if you can do this at all, right? And it is understandable, this is a huge undertaking. It’s not something that should be taken lightly, and I understand that. Which is why I created the Facebook group- Future CRNA Society and The CRNA Chase.
Ed Mariano
NOVEMBER 5, 2022
Journal club is a common teaching format used within academic programs to review recently published literature or other key articles selected within a specific domain. Journal clubs tend to be fairly informal and are amenable to small group in-person sessions, or they can be conducted virtually. An innovative hybrid format combining the traditional in-person departmental discussion with input from participants on social media has also been described.
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SurgicalPerformance
OCTOBER 2, 2022
SurgicalPerformance data reveals that ‘Team Unfamiliarity’ directly correlates with increased complication rates, to the tune of 30%. 4 nurses share their unique lived perspectives.
Nurse Jess
SEPTEMBER 23, 2022
For breakfast, I had oatmeal again. There are berries, nuts, apples and banana. Great for milk production. There’s also a goji berry tea. For lunch, I had a soup. It’s made with lotus root… 山藥 (shen yao) translated as yam but it’s not the same as a sweet potato. Sparerib soup with red dates and seaweed. For dinner, we used the same soup base and added lamb, tofu, and udon noodles.
Amanda Xi
AUGUST 17, 2022
Today’s inane image of the day : I took my anesthesia critical care medicine board examination on October 9, 2021 – a significant delay from my graduation from my fellowship in June 2020 because of pandemic restrictions. It was a different experience studying for this exam because I was working as an attending at that point and this board exam doesn’t have as “straightforward” of resources to use [e.g.
Trocar Supplies
DECEMBER 29, 2022
Hormone replacement therapy with trocar-inserted hormone pellets may be appropriate for individuals who have low levels of certain hormones, such as estrogen or testosterone, and who are experiencing symptoms related to hormone deficiency. It is typically used to treat conditions such as hypogonadism (low testosterone) in both women and men, as well as menopause-related symptoms in women.
Goldfinch Health
DECEMBER 22, 2022
By Cal Beyer; VP; Workforce Risk & Worker Wellbeing, ACAP Health Works When a change agent assumes leadership of a struggling team, unit, division or company, these leaders frequently throw the gauntlet down. They’ll say we are embarking on a change management initiative. They’ll make bold statements that this will not look, feel, or sound like business as usual.
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Jalal Surgical
DECEMBER 17, 2022
What is meant by Normal Delivery? A “normal birth” begins naturally and does not require medical or technological treatment. Therefore, deliveries requiring induction, acceleration, medical pain medicine (including epidurals), forceps, ventouse, a Caesarean, or an episiotomy would not fall under this criteria and Normal delivery is defined as giving birth vaginally without the aid of a doctor.
BFW Inc.
DECEMBER 15, 2022
For surgeons and practitioners to perform to the best of their abilities, the need to be supported by optimal lighting is essential. All aspects of medical procedures require efficiency, safety and effectiveness and it is not surprising that appropriate and sufficient lighting is a critical component to success. In this blog, we’ll explore some of the challenges that healthcare facilities face and the important considerations that are part of a nuanced approach to ideal lighting in the OR theate
The Scrub Life
DECEMBER 13, 2022
Listen to this episode HERE Students are the future of our profession! The Scrub Life Podcast began as a student-focused project and continues to share student episodes from across the country. We are excited to feature Courtney Myers and Natalie Balogh, Surgical Technology Program students from Northwestern Michigan College. Listen to Chris Blevins’s interview with the students in regard to completing the podcast group assignment in school.
The CRNA Chase
OCTOBER 23, 2022
Hello Future CRNAs, I’m so excited to be here tonight. Been a while since I’ve done a live. You might have seen the actual E-mail I sent out saying I’m doing a live today and that I actually have COVID. I don’t feel great, but I thought, you know, this might be a good time to come try to come on and talk about CVs because I actually had someone reach out to a few days ago and wanted me to look at their CV.
Ed Mariano
SEPTEMBER 3, 2022
At the first in-person House of Delegates (HOD) session since 2019, I became President of the California Society of Anesthesiologists (CSA) , the first Filipino-American to do so. This could have only happened because of the incredible mentors and sponsors that I have been fortunate enough to have in my life. Over the course of the HOD weekend in June, we held a fundraising luncheon for the CSA Foundation , listened to project presentations from the first cohort of our CSA-UC Irvine Leadership
The Anesthesia Consultant
NOVEMBER 27, 2022
The Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine at Stanford has administered Mock Oral Board Exams to its residents twice yearly since the 1980s. The Mock Oral is designed to mimic the conditions of the American Board of Anesthesiology (ABA) Standardized Oral Exam ( SOE ) , which candidates must pass to become board-certified. The reference article The American Board of Anesthesiology’s Standardized Oral Examination for Initial Board Certification provides an extensive summa
Nurse Jess
SEPTEMBER 23, 2022
Breakfast was oatmeal, goji berry tea, and a tea that helps with getting rid of lochia. We waited until 4 days postpartum to start the red blood cell production and decreasing anemia first. This tea is taken for 7 days daily. For lunch, I had leftover soup from last night and added pork in. For dinner, I had pork, eggs, bok choy, noodles and goji berries soup.
Total Scope
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
We’re excited to share that our custom Endocarts ® now come with even more accessory options. In the past few weeks we have added these accessories: Why Choose Total Scope for Your Endoscope Cart? Total Scope, Inc. provides the same attention to detail in the manufacturing of carts that we give to our repairs. Each endoscopy cart goes through a 27-point inspection to ensure the highest quality.
The Anesthesia Blog
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
This new guideline is without doubt one of the most important papers from 2022 and essential reading for all. Oesophageal intubation during attempted tracheal intubation could happen to any one of us, yet traditional teachings and practice might lead to misdiagnosis. The case of Glenda Logsdail demonstrates the very real consequences when things go wrong.
Goldfinch Health
NOVEMBER 6, 2022
Surgery & Seniors: How to avoid the costliest complications in surgery patients over age 65 Nearly everyone has had the unfortunate experience of watching a loved one who is over the age of 65 undergo a surgery—and then never return to the person you once knew. Something has been lost. The toll is significant, both on the individual patients and their families.
EARN Cares
DECEMBER 13, 2022
Nurses are in high demand across the United States. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that the employment of registered nurses will grow by 6% from 2021 to 2031. The demand for healthcare services is also on the rise due to an aging population with increasing medical needs and chronic health conditions. Patients seeking treatment for mental health illness is increasing as well and has been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Jalal Surgical
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
Overview: Craniotomy surgery involves the removal of a bone opening in the skull. A section of the head is called a bone flap to access the brain beneath. Depending on the issue, a craniotomy can be performed in a small or large area. It can treat Brian’s tumor, blood clots, aneurysms and AVMs, Foreign objects (bullets), swelling, or infection.
Transforming Outcomes
OCTOBER 28, 2022
Cars. Clothes. Bikes. Boats. When we shop for new products, we like to take them for a test drive. We want to make sure they work and we’re satisfied with them. Stethoscopes are no different. They are investments in meaningful connections. During an appointment, stethoscopes break the ice and cement the patient-provider relationship, all while empowering you, the clinician, to make (sometimes life-saving) diagnoses.
The Scrub Life
NOVEMBER 29, 2022
Listen to the new episode HERE Daniel Carlton Retired US Army Special Forces Warrant Officer currently serving as the Director Of Operations for Apiary Medical Inc., a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Daniel Carlton, speaks with Chris Blevins about his journey through the active duty military, recovering from grave injuries, and how he took the lessons learned to serve our medical community.
The CRNA Chase
SEPTEMBER 11, 2022
This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclaimers for more info. I’m super excited to talk about one of my favorite topics which is all about how to get accepted to the right CRNA school by standing out from the rest of the crowd. Once you do that, then you will start getting interviews and before you know it, you will get accepted.
Ed Mariano
FEBRUARY 12, 2022
Despite previously published guidelines and practice recommendations, there remains unwarranted variation in the quality of pain management provided to patients having surgery. Unwarranted variations in healthcare are inconsistencies in clinical practice that have no basis in science or patient preference. In 2019, the U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) Pain Management Best Practices Inter-Agency Task Force published its report, which called on medical societies to work together to develop
The Anesthesia Consultant
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
The Audit Trail in the Electronic Medical Record A spy lurks within every Electronic Medical Record (EMR), and most doctors have no idea that sentry exists. Every time a healthcare provider clicks his or her mouse on an EMR, that click is recorded by the Orwellian Big Brother of Medical Care, the audit trail. An audit trail can be defined as a “record that shows who has accessed a computer system, when it was accessed, and what operations were performed.
Nurse Jess
SEPTEMBER 21, 2022
Dear journal, I haven’t updated this website in a long time. Earlier this year, I got pregnant with my second child and I just had him a couple days ago. The labor and delivery took 12 hours from when my water broke and I had such a wonderful team of midwives and nurses to help me through the process. From my first birth, I wanted to write about my first month’s postpartum recovery period where my mom prepared intentionally selected foods to help with recovery.
The Circulating Life
OCTOBER 11, 2022
Happy Sterile Processing Week ! This week is dedicated to all of the hardworking sterile processing professionals tirelessly working to ensure that every surgical instrument is safe and ready for use. Every procedure. Every Time. Each year, we take a week to recognize their hard work, but these clinical professionals are sending out thousands of instruments – 52 weeks a year.
The Anesthesia Blog
OCTOBER 16, 2022
Increasing numbers of NHS consultants are voluntarily reducing their time spent delivering contracted direct clinical care. The result is concerning, with experienced clinicians working less hours and retiring early. This new guidance aims to highlight contributory issues and list clear, implementable solutions. One theme is that ‘age’ in anaesthesia should not be perceived negatively and should instead be celebrated.
Goldfinch Health
NOVEMBER 3, 2022
First four rural hospitals launch program aimed at reducing opioid use The Billion Pill Pledge program, backed by Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller, is designed to support patients through surgery and recovery November 3, 2022 – Decatur County Hospital in Leon, Regional Medical Center in Manchester, Cherokee Regional Medical Center, and Floyd Valley Healthcare in Le Mars are the first four hospitals to announce participation in the Billion Pill Pledge program, supported by the Iowa Attorney Gener
EARN Cares
OCTOBER 23, 2022
Becoming a Charge Nurse If you’re interested in becoming a charge nurse, you’re likely passionate not only about patient care, but leadership in your field. Charge nurses provide and maintain a leadership hierarchy within smaller sections of the hospital called units., Charge nurses are in charge of the other nurses, admissions and discharge, staffing, and more.
BFW Inc.
OCTOBER 7, 2022
Using sustainable products has never been more critical, and this applies in the operating room as well. Every product used by surgeons in an OR should be sustainable, from masks to gowns to lighting. Investing in sustainable surgical headlamps can bring more energy-efficient practices into your hospital or operating suite, reducing waste and the depletion of resources.
Total Scope
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
In September one of our account representatives, Brian, attended the 2022 Vizient Connections Summit in Las Vegas on behalf of Total Scope. Total Scope is a contracted supplier with Vizient®, the nation’s leading health care performance improvement company. The event connected health care executives across various disciplines. Brian had a great time connecting with members and other suppliers.
The Scrub Life
NOVEMBER 14, 2022
Join us for a new episode as we dive into the window of a surgical soul! Katie Mayo, CST, is an avid ophthalmic surgical technologist. We are so lucky to have Katie share her vast knowledge and infectious passion!
The CRNA Chase
AUGUST 6, 2022
So today, I’m going to show you how you can measure what matters most in your life and career so you can get into CRNA school on the first try and it only takes a few minutes. So what does that mean exactly? Read: How To Become a CRNA: Complete Step-By Step-Guide Watch Full Video on Facebook The benefits of assessing CRNA school readiness Well, basically it means taking an assessment of areas or things needed to get one step closer to being a CRNA.
Trocar Supplies
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
Women struggling to lose weight often have questions about hormone replacement therapy and weight loss. They make healthy choices in their diets. They get exercise. And their weight doesn't budge. Or women continue the healthful choices they have been making all their lives and find their weight creeping up slowly, or not so slowly, nonetheless. The Vicious Cycle of Insulin Production and Weight Gain After Menopause Diminished estrogen and progesterone levels after menopause affect the metabolis
The Anesthesia Consultant
OCTOBER 14, 2022
Imagine this scenario: You’ve just finished anesthetizing a patient in a hospital setting, and the patient now requires transport from the operating room (OR) to the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU). During surgery your patient monitors included: a pulse oximeter, an ECG, a blood pressure cuff, a temperature monitor, and a monitor of the oxygen, carbon dioxide, and anesthetic concentration of every breath inhaled and exhaled.
Nurse Jess
JANUARY 25, 2022
Happy CRNA Week 2022 It’s 2022 and we are entering our third year of the pandemic. Omicron is ravaging the country. In Michigan, it’s currently plateaued at 1600 new cases a day. At my hospital, we haven’t completely stopped surgical cases. We are canceling cases due to the nursing shortage. There aren’t enough nurses to watch the patients after surgery overnight.
The Circulating Life
OCTOBER 10, 2022
I’m frustrated with the sterile processing department (SPD). I know what you’re thinking, and no, I’m not going to start bashing the department. Sure, errors are irritating. I’ve dealt with my fair share of holes in wraps, missing indicators, and even found a computer mouse in a tray once. So I understand how frustrating errors can be.
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