LiveData

OCTOBER 16, 2023

As surgical procedures become more complex with new tools and technology, surgeons and perioperative staff are increasingly expected to manage complicated workflows and larger workloads. Read the rest of this post in Chief Healthcare Executive.

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Ed Mariano

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

Today’s RAAPM fellowship curriculum trains anesthesiology residency graduates over the course of one year to become leaders with the knowledge and skills to perform a wide range of advanced procedures and manage acute pain services in any practice setting. We weren’t using ultrasound yet, and catheters were still experimental.

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SpecialtyCare

MARCH 24, 2024

This part of the procedure generates a cancerous cellular kill in and of itself. This procedure improves chemotherapeutic drug absorption and its effect to the targeted tissue and surrounding area with minimum exposure to the rest of the body. The risk of dying from cancer, however, has steadily declined over the past 30 years.

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Surgical Techie

JULY 1, 2023

A tourniquet machine is a medical device used to apply and control the pressure of a tourniquet during surgical procedures. It is an advanced technology designed to provide accurate and consistent pressure, minimizing the risk of complications such as nerve damage or tissue necrosis.

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SpecialtyCare

JUNE 19, 2024

Our cardiac services team participates in more than 75,000 heart procedures annually. We capture patient care metrics and outcomes for every cardiac surgery and procedure we support, maintaining one of the largest databases capturing shareable procedural data in the country.

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SurgicalPerformance

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

We know what procedure is required and how to do it. It’s our job, our responsibility. We know about our patients, their age, general medical health, past surgical and medical history. Not knowing anyone of those things puts the patient and you at risk. If you are in a workplace where knowing… Source

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Salem Anesthesia

APRIL 1, 2024

Demystifying Anesthesia: Answering the Top 5 Questions Anesthesia, the invisible hero of modern medicine, plays a crucial role in surgeries and medical procedures, ensuring patients are comfortable, pain-free, and safe. It allows patients to undergo surgeries and medical procedures painlessly and without awareness. Is anesthesia safe?

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Amanda Xi

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Today’s inane image of the day : Click on the image above (or link below) to watch the video! link] In a previous post/YouTube video , I discuss why I stayed in academic medicine. But with anything in life, where there are benefits, there are downsides. peer-reviewed publications, research activities, giving presentations, etc].

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DFW Anesthesia Professionals

JUNE 3, 2024

Eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, is a common cosmetic or reconstructive procedure aimed at improving the appearance and/or function of the eyelids 1. When planning anesthesia for eyelid surgery, several factors must be considered to tailor the approach to the individual patient’s needs and the nature of the procedure.

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The Anesthesia Consultant

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Per the Anesthesiology article, these trends include a) an aging patient population, b) an evolution of surgical procedures and procedural areas, c) the number of anesthesia providers entering the workforce, and d) the changing generational preferences and attitudes of these providers. of the population). of the population).

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Radius Anesthesia

AUGUST 19, 2024

During the procedure, the patient is typically sedated and prepared with local anesthesia to minimize discomfort. Local anesthetics are used to numb the airway, allowing the patient to remain conscious while the procedure is carried out. Once the tube is correctly placed, it is secured, and the bronchoscope is removed.

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CME Corp

MAY 7, 2024

With this in mind, ASCs are looking to increase the number of high acuity, high reimbursement procedures - like cardiac and orthopedic - to their centers. Adding to the growth potential, Center’s for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has unexpectedly started expanding the ASC-covered procedures list.

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SpecialtyCare

MAY 20, 2024

You Can Trust SpecialtyCare’s Expertise in NRP Procedures Since early 2022, SpecialtyCare’s teams have been leading the way in NRP organ procurement procedures. We support more than 250 hospitals across the United States with perfusion services, and we perform more than 1,000 ECMO procedures annually.

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Nashville Anesthesia Professionals

AUGUST 5, 2024

Epidural anesthesia is versatile and used for a wide range of surgeries, including thoracic, abdominal, and lower limb procedures, but also for labor analgesia and postoperative pain control. Epidural: What It Is, Procedure, Risks & Side Effects. Available at: [link] 4. Epidural – NHS. Available at: [link] 5. Roofthooft, E.,

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Anesthesia Post-Anesthesia Hematoma In-Procedure 98

Radius Anesthesia

JULY 15, 2024

Simulation-based education has become a cornerstone of anesthesiology training, offering residents the opportunity to practice procedures and decision-making in a controlled, risk-free environment. Such innovative training methods can enhance procedural competence and confidence among residents 3,4.

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The CRNA Chase

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023

This growth is attributed to the increasing demand for healthcare services and the need for anesthesia in various medical procedures. With a rapidly growing demand for CRNA professionals and a surge in applicants, the competition has become fiercer than ever before. 5 Strategies to Rise Above the Rivalry 1.

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Nurse Jess

JANUARY 18, 2023

Many patients state that their previous anesthetic went well so you can repeat a similar anesthetic and expect it to go well, especially if it is a similar type of surgery or procedure. Every year in January, we celebrate CRNA week. Most people don’t even know we exist, what we do, or what we are capable of.

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Cardiac and General Anesthesiology

AUGUST 23, 2024

Continuous Normokalemic Coronary Perfusion: Empty Beating Heart Early intracardiac procedures were performed on normothermic, perfused, empty beating hearts. Despite these issues, this method can be effective for various procedures and may be combined with other myocardial management techniques.

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NVIDIA: Healthcare

MARCH 18, 2024

It aims to enable open innovation and accelerate the delivery of real-time insights at scale to support medical professionals before, during and after procedures. J&J MedTech is in 80% of the world’s operating rooms and trains more than 140,000 healthcare professionals each year through its education programs.

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Operating Room Surgery Operation In-Procedure 104

Nashville Anesthesia Professionals

JUNE 3, 2024

They also monitor vital signs throughout anesthesia, assist patients with recovery and side effects, and conduct post-procedure evaluations. Comparatively, RNs must complete a Master of Science in nursing (MSN) to become a CNP and are recommended to do so to practice as a CNS. Finally, the CNS provider can make up to $133,000 per year.

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Radius Anesthesia

JULY 5, 2024

This concept has gained traction in recent years, reflecting a broader understanding of the benefits of optimizing health before undergoing surgical procedures. Tailored exercise regimens are developed based on the patient’s health status and the specific demands of the anticipated surgical procedure.

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NVIDIA: Healthcare

MARCH 28, 2024

An alum of the NVIDIA Inception program for cutting-edge startups, Odin Vision builds cloud-connected AI software that helps clinicians detect and characterize areas of concern during endoscopy, a procedure where a tiny camera mounted on a tube is inserted into the gastrointestinal tract.

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Platinum Meidcal Staffing

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

A lumbar discectomy is a life-changing procedure for many patients suffering from back pain due to a herniated disc. A lumbar discectomy is a minimally invasive procedure designed to relieve pressure on spinal nerves caused by a herniated disc in the lower back. This prep work allows the surgeon to focus entirely on the procedure.

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LeanBlog

APRIL 30, 2024

Thankfully, the clinical care seemed to be good, and that family member is recovering well from the outpatient procedure. But, the experience could have been better.

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Hospital Surgery In-Procedure Procedure 87

MEDITEK

MARCH 18, 2024

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. One or more levels of redundancy are activated if the table was to stop working during a procedure.

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Operating Room Safety In-Procedure Procedure 105

DFW Anesthesia Professionals

JULY 1, 2024

Typically, the procedure involves inserting a needle between the vertebrae to administer medication into either the epidural space (as in epidural anesthesia) or the subarachnoid space (as in spinal anesthesia). These enhanced echogenic needles can reduce the time required for visualization during ultrasound-guided procedures.

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Cardiac and General Anesthesiology

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

However, retrograde infusion is often preferred for aortic valve replacement, mitral valve operations, and many procedures involving the right atrium for congenital heart disease. In 1956, Lillehei and his colleagues proposed the technique of retrograde infusion of cardioplegic solutions directly into the coronary sinus.

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Ed Mariano

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

The anesthesia plan will guide your care during your procedure and throughout your recovery. While these statements are intended to soothe patients during a stressful time, they gloss over this critical fact: Anesthesia is not like normal sleep at all. In a recent article published in Frontiers in Psychology , Drs.

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Platinum Meidcal Staffing

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Traverse rectus abdominal muscle, flap (TRAM Flap), commonly used in breast reconstruction procedures, are intricate surgeries that demand precision and teamwork; for plastic surgeons performing these complex operations, having a skilled surgical assistant can significantly enhance the procedure’s success and efficiency.

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Platinum Meidcal Staffing

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Trans abdominal flaps, commonly used in breast reconstruction procedures, are intricate surgeries that demand precision and teamwork, for plastic surgeons performing these complex operations, having a skilled surgical assistant can significantly enhance the procedure’s success and efficiency. Learn more about our services here.

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Platinum Meidcal Staffing

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Whether it’s a heart bypass or valve replacement, these procedures require precision and teamwork. Surgical assistants work closely with surgeons to ensure safe and efficient procedures. Why Surgical Assistants Are Essential in Cardiovascular Surgery Cardiovascular procedures can last several hours.

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Platinum Meidcal Staffing

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Physician Assistants (PAs) complement this role by preparing the patient, aiding in the procedure, and ensuring smooth postoperative care. They handle specialized Arthrex equipment, optimize the operative field, and ensure the surgeons focus remains on the procedure. Lets make every procedure a success.

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Neurosurgery

APRIL 18, 2024

There was a time when neurosurgery could have lost control of this space due to interventional radiology’s offering of incisionless coil procedures. Sean Grady , MD, FAANS, repeatedly counseled that residency is intended to teach us how to incorporate innovations in neurosurgery into our practice.

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Operating Room In-Procedure Patient Care Procedure 101

CME Corp

JULY 17, 2024

However, more recently, healthcare facilities have begun upgrading to procedure chairs to capitalize on their numerous benefits. Medical exam tables have long been an equipment essential for exam rooms in clinics and physician offices.

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Cardiac and General Anesthesiology

AUGUST 24, 2024

While this technique provides reasonable conditions for coronary artery bypass grafting ( CABG ), it is less optimal for internal heart procedures. While this technique provides reasonable conditions for coronary artery bypass grafting ( CABG ), it is less optimal for internal heart procedures.

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DFW Anesthesia Professionals

AUGUST 5, 2024

Pre-operative anxiety , the psychological distress which patients experience that is provoked by concerns related to their surgical and anesthetic care, 1 is estimated to affect up to 75% of children 2 and 80% of adult patients. 3,4 It has been linked to multiple intra-operative and post-operative complications (e.g., 2022;19(16):9828.

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Platinum Meidcal Staffing

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Surgical assistants, RNFAs (Registered Nurse First Assistants), and PAs (Physician Assistants) are critical team members who directly impact the efficiency and safety of every procedure. This level of coordination is not only practical; it also significantly reduces the time spent on each procedure.

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