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. The American Journal of Surgery, vol. 24–30, [link] 2. Arora, Sonal, et al.

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SpecialtyCare

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

Role and Responsibilities of a Surgical First Assistant SFAs are integral to the surgical process, performing tasks that include: Preoperative Preparation : They prepare the operating room by ensuring all necessary instruments and equipment are sterilized and arranged according to the surgeon’s preferences.

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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. We get to see and do SO MUCH!

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Sullivan Healthcare Consulting

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Luke’s Health System, Robert Eisenberg, RN, MBA, CASC, Senior Vice President, ASC Practice Leader, Sullivan Healthcare Consulting, Nicole Brown, Chief Operating Officer Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, St. Luke’s wanted the surgery center to run with the operational mentality of an ambulatory surgery center (ASC). Luke’s COSM.

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SpecialtyCare

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

The CSFA is not just a passive participant in the operating room; they are an active collaborator who anticipates the surgeons needs, manages surgical instruments, and assists with critical tasks such as suturing, tissue manipulation, and hemostasis (control of bleeding). Assisting with patient positioning and sterile draping.

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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. Watch Webinar The post 5 Reasons Every Operating Room Needs a Camera appeared first on BFW Inc.

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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. So I want to encourage all of you this week: Thank your Sterile Processing Team. Every procedure. Every Time.

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SpecialtyCare

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

Supporting Hospitals with a Dependable Workforce SpecialtyCare’s nationwide network of highly trained Surgical First Assistants allows hospitals and surgical centers to maintain uninterrupted operations and meet the increasing demand for surgical services. This division of labor enhances operating room efficiency and improves patient care.

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SpecialtyCare

JANUARY 12, 2025

Sterile Processing Solutions Why It Works: 3. Flexible and Scalable Solutions Why It Works: In todays fast-paced healthcare environment, ancillary care services play a crucial role in ensuring efficient patient care, reducing operational burdens, and enhancing outcomes. Table of Contents 1. Perfusion Services Why It Works: 4.

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Incision

OCTOBER 3, 2023

A Partnership for Patient Care The Operating Room (OR) and the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) are two pillars that hold up the complex structure of frontline surgical care. Why Empathy Matters Imagine calling a Sterile Processing Technician a "dishwasher."

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OpFlow

APRIL 28, 2021

Link to Abstract Background Optimizing surgical trays to improve operating room efficiency and reduce costs in instrument processing is an under-appreciated strategy for cost containment. Type and number of instruments used as well as timing of different steps in the sterilization process were recorded by an independent observer.

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Transforming Outcomes

JUNE 26, 2020

When you think of the operating room (OR), what comes to mind? Managing the room, including supplies, equipment, lighting and documentation. The circulating nurse ensures there’s not a break in sterile technique. An intense and stressful work environment? A place where you have to think and act quickly?

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EARN Cares

MARCH 24, 2022

The operating room (OR) is a team based unit where patients undergo surgical procedures. Surgical nurses function as circulating nurses, working around the sterile field in the OR. Surgical nursing is unlike any other nursing specialty or unit. One of the best parts about the OR is taking care of one patient at a time.

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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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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 Sterilization is the standard to ensure a patient’s safety.

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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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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

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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Platinum Meidcal Staffing

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Their role is crucial for ensuring a smooth operation, but what exactly do they do, and why are they so essential in cardiovascular surgeries? Some of their main tasks include: Preparing the Operating Room : Surgical assistants ensure all equipment is sterile and ready. We serve Maryland, Washington D.C.,

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Pima Medical Institute

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Responsibilities in the Operating Room Surgical Technologists : Surgical technologists have a comprehensive role. They assist the surgical team by ensuring the operating room is properly set up and sterile. They prepare and arrange surgical instruments and equipment.

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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. Table of Contents SpecialtyCare’s Comprehensive Approach to Surgical Services 1.

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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.

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The Anesthesia Consultant

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

The scrubs are enclosed in a device not dissimilar to a soda machine, and you need your ID to operate it. Because anesthesiologists do not scrub in a sterile fashion, it’s OK to wear your watch and ring., Empty Operating Room 0655 hours—You don a bouffant hat and a facemask, and enter your operating room.

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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 per instrument.

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Platinum Meidcal Staffing

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

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. They ensure that the operating room is properly prepared, setting up sterilized instruments and positioning the patient.

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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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SpecialtyCare

OCTOBER 10, 2023

The operating room is no stranger to me and is a place I enjoy spending my time for work.” After the procedure is finished, I make sure our products are clean and sterilized. I was a surgical technologist for eight years before finding SpecialtyCare. I love the teamwork between all of the MISS techs.

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Blickman Industries

OCTOBER 22, 2020

They were pioneering new surgical practices and were insistent on sterile conditions in the operating room. Their procedures had high survival rates for the early 1900s and surgeons from all over the world came to learn from their techniques and solutions.

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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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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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BFW Inc.

AUGUST 11, 2021

High operating room administration costs due to surgery cancellations and lengthy block times. Pro: These lights provide a lot of illumination and are a basic essential for any operating room. However, as noted above, the risk of shadows and insufficient illumination on the operation site is significant.

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RASA Training

OCTOBER 24, 2018

Following this, the military formed a new profession called ORT (Operating Room Technician). There was a considerable amount of on-the-job training which included patient care, instrument sterilization, draping procedures, instrumentation and sutures.

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ARC/STSA

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Every time I walk into the operating room, I love my job more each day. From the setup to creating and maintaining sterile aseptic techniques before, during, and after surgery while providing quality patient care. Tiffany Finn Wilson Community College of Denver, Denver, Colorado I am so glad I made this career choice.

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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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Transforming Outcomes

JANUARY 6, 2020

Clinical Practice Guidelines are typically developed and maintained by a single professional organization within a specific discipline, e.g. infusion therapy, wound care or a practice area, e.g. operating room. ISO TC 198 sets global consensus standards for all things related to sterilization of medical devices.

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BFW Inc.

JUNE 17, 2021

Operating room inventory and equipment account for nearly 60% of total hospital costs alone. COVID-19 puts additional strain on hospital resources, due to the increased focus on sterilization and overcapacity of ICUs – improving hospital efficiency is a critical focus in response to these issues.

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