Incision

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Welcome back to our series on the inner workings of the Sterile Processing Department (SPD). In our previous article, "Sterile Processing and the Operating Room: Why Patient Safety Can't Be Rushed", we emphasized the importance of embracing the 4.5-hour In layman's terms?

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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. While the surgeon performs the critical task of removing the damaged portion of the disc, surgical assistants (RNFA, PA, CSA) play an equally important role in ensuring the operation runs smoothly.

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SpecialtyCare

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

This evolution has led to a growing demand for skilled professionals specializing in minimally invasive surgical support, ensuring these advanced procedures are conducted safely and efficiently. Ensuring Sterility and Safety: Upholding strict sterilization protocols to prevent infections and maintain a safe surgical environment.

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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. Their role is crucial for ensuring a smooth operation, but what exactly do they do, and why are they so essential in cardiovascular surgeries? Surgical assistants work closely with surgeons to ensure safe and efficient procedures.

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SpecialtyCare

OCTOBER 5, 2024

Sterile Processing Consulting 4. As a partner to healthcare facilities rather than a direct-to-consumer service, SpecialtyCare enables hospitals to deliver superior care while improving operational efficiency and patient outcomes. Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (IONM) 2. Perfusion and Autotransfusion Services 3.

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SpecialtyCare

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

A Surgical First Assistant (SFA) is a vital member of the surgical team, working closely with surgeons to ensure the success of surgical procedures. They may also operate specialized equipment and ensure adherence to aseptic techniques. SFAs also assist in positioning the patient to provide optimal access to the surgical site.

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Concordia Anesthesiology

OCTOBER 12, 2021

link] Efficient Case Scheduling - Secret to a Well-Run OR Operating room costs can be categorized as fixed or variable. link] Efficient Case Scheduling - Secret to a Well-Run OR Operating room costs can be categorized as fixed or variable. Patients should be told to arrive at precisely the right time in advance of their procedure.

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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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DFW Anesthesia Professionals

JANUARY 8, 2024

Many factors affect the operating room (OR) and surgery success, ranging from patient-related factors to resource-related factors to even clinician-related factors. In the operating room (OR), teamwork is crucial for ensuring patient safety. 1] Arora et al.

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Platinum Meidcal Staffing

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

In the high-stakes environment of the operating room, a surgeon’s success is rarely a solo achievement. 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.

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SpecialtyCare

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

This closed-loop system ensures that the blood remains sterile and reduces the reliance on banked blood. It is particularly beneficial in surgeries involving significant blood loss, such as cardiac, orthopedic, vascular, and trauma-related procedures. This blood is anticoagulated to prevent clotting during the collection process.

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SpecialtyCare

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

The Heart of Cardiovascular Care SpecialtyCare’s Cardiovascular Services serve as a cornerstone for hospital surgical departments, focusing on improving patient outcomes and operational efficiency. Their expertise ensures that even the most challenging procedures are carried out with the highest standards of safety and efficiency.

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The Circulating Life

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Since we’re celebrating this week, here are 12 reasons why I love working in the operating room. 1 – Scrub Caps Scrub caps serve a valid purpose in the operating room, for sure. 5 – Scrubbing I wasn’t taught to scrub when I started in the operating room. But they’re also SO convenient!

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Platinum Meidcal Staffing

AUGUST 29, 2024

The Crucial Role of Surgical Assistants in Plastic Surgery Surgical assistants are indispensable in the operating room, handling tasks that are critical to the success of any procedure. Intraoperative Assistance: Passing instruments to the surgeon, maintaining the sterile field, and assisting with tissue retraction and suturing.

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SpecialtyCare

OCTOBER 12, 2024

You’ll play a role in life-saving surgeries, crucial monitoring during operations, and other tasks that ensure better health outcomes for patients nationwide. This role involves advanced technology and direct involvement in the operating room, providing vital support during complex procedures.

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Platinum Meidcal Staffing

JULY 31, 2024

Our roster includes: Surgical Assistants : Skilled in supporting surgical procedures and ensuring operational efficiency. Surgical Techs : Experts in assisting with surgeries and maintaining sterile environments. Sterile Processing Techs : Essential for ensuring all surgical instruments are meticulously cleaned and sterilized.

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SpecialtyCare

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Table of Contents Meet Alex A Passion for the OR A Journey of Growth Team Spirit and City Pride Rewarding Moments Encouragement for Future Colleagues Join Us in Celebrating Meet Alex As an Operating Room Specialist Manager (OSM), Alex has been with SpecialtyCare for nearly five years.

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BFW Inc.

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Healthcare organizations may be deterred from using surgical cameras in the operating room for numerous reasons, including high equipment costs, potential workflow disruption, and patient privacy concerns. Through surgical video technology, procedures can be live-streamed directly from the surgeon’s point-of-view to a wall-mounted display.

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SpecialtyCare

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

By focusing on quality, efficiency, and innovation, SpecialtyCare ensures that SFAs are empowered to deliver top-tier assistance, directly impacting patient outcomes and the success of surgical procedures. This division of labor enhances operating room efficiency and improves patient care.

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MEDITEK

JANUARY 26, 2022

With so many options for premium operating tables, you may find it challenging to select a surgical table for your hospital. However, the operating tables market is growing and will reach US $1,043.41 With this forecasted growth rate, you need to know how to quickly find the best surgical tables for your operating room (OR).

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Platinum Meidcal Staffing

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

While the surgeon focuses on the intricate task of repairing torn tendons, it’s the surgical assistant who ensures that the entire operation flows seamlessly. Surgical assistants play a critical role in the outcome of complex procedures like rotator cuff repairs, and their presence in the operating room reduces strain on the surgeon.

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OpFlow

JULY 22, 2021

Submitted to Operations Research manuscript OPRE-2021-06-370 Vinayak Deshpande, PhD Nishanth Mundru, PhD Sandeep Rath, PhD Martyn Knowles, MD, MBA, FACS Benjamin C. Wood, MD, MBA, FACS ABSTRACT Surgical procedures account for over 60% of the operating cost of a hospital.

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Trocar Supplies

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

The insertion procedure is quick and easy for patients and requires less set up time than is needed for other procedures. Top Benefits of Preparing Your Surgical Tray Having surgical trays prepped and ready to go is key to managing surgical schedules and being prepared to handle all of your office’s procedures. Cost savings.

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SpecialtyCare

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

This technique is particularly beneficial in surgeries with anticipated significant blood loss, such as cardiac, orthopedic, and vascular procedures. SpecialtyCare’s Autotransfusion Services At SpecialtyCare, we provide comprehensive autotransfusion services tailored to the specific needs of each surgical procedure.

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Jalal Surgical

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Circumcision surgery is a medical procedure that involves the removal of the foreskin , the fold of skin covering the head (glans) of the penis. This surgical intervention is one of the oldest and most common procedures worldwide, often performed for cultural, religious, or medical reasons.

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Trocar Supplies

AUGUST 21, 2023

Used by various professionals, autoclaves play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of both patients and practitioners. When it comes to surgical procedures, dental treatments, laboratory experiments, hormone pellet therapy, or the artistry of tattoos, cleanliness, and sterility are of paramount importance.

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The Circulating Life

OCTOBER 10, 2022

I’m frustrated with the sterile processing department (SPD). Priorities Surgery requires sterile instruments. But when you look at what gets priority within the department, is it the surgery itself, or is it what we need to make that operation a success? Without surgery and sterile procedures, SPD is unnecessary.

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EARN Cares

MARCH 24, 2022

The operating room (OR) is a team based unit where patients undergo surgical procedures. This means that they understand the different types of procedures, required surgical equipment for each procedure, and know how to prepare the OR for surgery. Surgical nursing is unlike any other nursing specialty or unit.

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Jalal Surgical

DECEMBER 17, 2022

They come with a locking mechanism high up on the forks that helps keep them to the ground during surgical procedures. A procedure called hemostasis. They have a locking mechanism on the top of the forceps to keep them in place while being used for operations. Artery forceps can limit blood vessel hemorrhage. Mayo Scissors.

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Pima Medical Institute

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

This education path includes broader curriculum and more in-depth coverage of subjects like anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, surgical procedures and hands-on practical skills. Responsibilities in the Operating Room Surgical Technologists : Surgical technologists have a comprehensive role.

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SpecialtyCare

OCTOBER 10, 2023

I chose this role because it’s a way to make a difference in surgery that truly can help patients get back to their day-to-day lives since we specialize in minimally invasive procedures,” says Austin. “I The operating room is no stranger to me and is a place I enjoy spending my time for work.”

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Sullivan Healthcare Consulting

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

With costs increasingly shifting to patients and an aging population needing more procedures, ASCs occupy a uniquely competitive place in the healthcare sector. You’ll see and understand what is ‘under the hood’ from clinical, financial, operational and regulatory perspectives,” shares Eisenberg.

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Transforming Outcomes

JUNE 26, 2020

When you think of the operating room (OR), what comes to mind? I first learned how to scrub – setting up the instruments and handing them to the surgeon during the procedure – and then I moved into circulating, a more typical RN role of providing direct patient care before, during and after the procedure.

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Trocar Supplies

MAY 3, 2023

Between October 15, 2018 and March 31, 2019 the FDA received 159 device reports of infected duodenoscopes, snake-like cameras with a lighted end, used in procedures involving the pancreas and bile ducts. times as many duodenoscopes to deal with patient load because of the extra time required to keep instruments sterile.

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OpFlow

JANUARY 26, 2021

Wood, MD, MBA ABSTRACT: Introduction Surgical procedures account for 50% of hospital revenue and approximately 60% of operating costs. On average, less than 20% of surgical instruments are used during a case, and the expense for re-sterilization and assembly of instrument trays ranges from $0.51-3.01 Farber, MD ; Benjamin C.

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Trocar Supplies

AUGUST 9, 2023

Patients trust that your medical practice will be clean, organized, and sterile when it matters most. Expertise First and foremost, you should work with a disposable trocar provider that has specific expertise in the types of procedures you do and the kind of equipment you'll need.

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