IU School of Medicine

MARCH 11, 2024

92-year-old Faith Towriss Fouch was among the first patients to undergo a brand new procedure done in our Cath Lab called TAVR (Transcatheter aortic valve replacement) at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, March 9th, 2021. Faith's journey to receiving this procedure has been a rather long one. I feel good!"

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Surtex Instruments

OCTOBER 15, 2023

Two such pivotal instruments in gynecological procedures are cervical biopsy forceps and surgical scissors. These tools not only serve as extensions of the surgeon's skill but also contribute to the efficiency, safety, and success of gynecological procedures.

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SpecialtyCare

MAY 24, 2024

In this blog, we will delve into Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF) surgery, a common procedure for addressing cervical spine issues, using comprehensive information from the Cleveland Clinic. Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF) is a surgical procedure designed to remove a herniated or degenerative disc in the neck.

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Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeons

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

A swimmer, hiker, and martial artist, you’d never guess 64-year-old Trisha McLaughlin struggled with an irregular heartbeat, congestive heart failure, and has undergone a number of heart procedures. In her mid-50s, Trisha noticed an irregular… Source

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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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Surgical Techie

JUNE 18, 2023

The Richardson retractor is a surgical instrument used in various surgical procedures, including gynecological, urological, and abdominal surgeries. It is designed to hold back soft tissues and provide a clear view of the surgical site.

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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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Surgical Techie

MARCH 19, 2024

Subcutaneous injections are a common medical procedure used to administer medications into the layer of tissue just beneath the skin. While seemingly straightforward, mastering the technique is crucial for healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care and comfort.

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SurgicalPerformance

JUNE 27, 2024

Such delayed diagnoses cause major problems, often requiring several subsequent procedures to fix them. These injuries come to light sometimes up to 10 days post-surgery, many days after the patient has been discharged. I was once involved in a case where the patient… Source

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SurgicalPerformance

JUNE 27, 2024

Such delayed diagnoses cause major problems, often requiring several subsequent procedures to fix them. These injuries come to light sometimes up to 10 days post-surgery, many days after the patient has been discharged. I was once involved in a case where the patient… Source

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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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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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MEDITEK

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Although the prone position is utilized in various surgical procedures, it is most commonly implemented during posterior spine surgery. Pressure ulcers are a common complication of prolonged prone positioning during spine surgeries. One in five people with spinal cord injury (SCI) will develop a pressure injury. About 12.2%

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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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SpecialtyCare

OCTOBER 5, 2024

SpecialtyCare’s Comprehensive Approach to Surgical Services SpecialtyCare offers hospitals a wide range of surgical services that enhance the precision, safety, and success of various procedures. Autotransfusion is particularly useful during surgeries where significant blood loss occurs, such as orthopedic or trauma procedures.

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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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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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The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

OCTOBER 16, 2024

It allows surgeons and multidisciplinary medical providers to estimate a patient’s individualized risk in real-time, based on specific factors such as tumor characteristics, comorbidities, and procedures performed. General Thoracic Surgeon Clinical Decision-Making Database Patient Outcomes Quality Improvement Use the Calculator

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SpecialtyCare

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) A cardiovascular perfusionist plays a crucial role in cardiac surgery, ensuring that a patient’s heart and lungs continue to function during procedures like open-heart surgery. During Surgery : Once the surgery begins, the perfusionist monitors and controls the heart-lung machine.

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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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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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SpecialtyCare

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

As a partner to hospitals rather than a direct-to-consumer provider, SpecialtyCare empowers healthcare facilities to deliver better care to patients undergoing complex cardiac procedures. This service is vital in procedures such as coronary artery bypass, heart valve repair or replacement, and heart transplants.

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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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Platinum Meidcal Staffing

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Surgical assistants, Registered Nurse First Assistants (RNFAs), and physician assistants (PAs) play a critical role in ensuring that these procedures go smoothly, efficiently, and successfully. These duties not only speed up the procedure but also reduce the risk of complications, leading to better patient outcomes and a faster recovery.

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Sullivan Healthcare Consulting

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Patients and Payers Prefer ASCs to HOPDs Patients and payers alike increasingly prefer ASCs to traditional hospital-based settings given that the cost of procedures are significantly lower for most procedures. Not only are ASCs more patient friendly on the financial side, payers are also keen on shifting procedures away from HOPDs.

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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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SpecialtyCare

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (IONM) is an innovation that creates more layers of safety during complex procedures that involve the nervous system. According to StatPearls, “Studies have shown that with the use of IONM, there are significant improvements in neurological outcomes.” They may be used on their own or together (multimodal).

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SpecialtyCare

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (IONM) is an innovation that creates more layers of safety during complex procedures that involve the nervous system. According to StatPearls, “Studies have shown that with the use of IONM, there are significant improvements in neurological outcomes.” They may be used on their own or together (multimodal).

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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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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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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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NVIDIA: Healthcare

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Ahead of a visit to the hospital for a surgical procedure, patients often have plenty of questions about what to expect — and can be plenty nervous. Reliable, preapproved answers to detailed questions, including information around anesthesia or the procedure itself.

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MEDITEK

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

We know how crucial it is for your surgical room to run smoothly, and a well-designed OR that can meet the demands of modern procedures is the key to success. We know they demand the right atmosphere and strong synergy among everyone on the OR team to ensure a successful procedure, every time. How did we choose the name Syndeo ?

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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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SpecialtyCare

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024

At the heart of every surgery lies precision, and neuro services ensure that procedures involving the nervous system are performed with the highest degree of safety and accuracy. Neuro services encompass the specialized care and technology used to monitor and protect the nervous system during medical procedures.

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