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. However, the impact surgical videos have on clinical performance, patient outcomes, and efficiency are invaluable.

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SpecialtyCare

MARCH 15, 2025

From sterile processing and perfusion services to intraoperative neuromonitoring (IONM) and surgical assistants, hospital surgical support teams are the unsung heroes behind every successful operation. Lowers the likelihood of post-operative complications related to neurological function. Why Is Perfusion Critical?

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EARN Cares

MARCH 24, 2022

Surgical nursing is unlike any other nursing specialty or unit. The operating room (OR) is a team based unit where patients undergo surgical procedures. Properly and safely positioning the patient for surgery to adequately expose the surgical site while preventing injuries and falls.

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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. They're an integral part of the surgical team, working hard to ensure that every operation has the best possible outcome.

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BFW Inc.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

BFW introduces the Daymark Victory to their extensive line of surgical headlights. T he Daymark Victory provides powerful lighting in a portable solution, making it an essential tool for operating rooms and medical clinics. Long Battery Life : Operates up to 8 hours at full intensity. Two battery options. to 4.5” (3.8

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BFW Inc.

AUGUST 1, 2022

Illumination Intensity Surgeons require consistent high-intensity illumination to obtain clear visibility of a surgical site, especially when operating in small, deep cavities. Until recently, only surgical headlights powered by Xenon light sources offered the intense level of illumination desired by surgeons.

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BFW Inc.

AUGUST 11, 2021

Low-quality lighting in the OR is a dangerous and avoidable hindrance to surgical procedures that can contribute to: Poor surgery outcomes. Eye and neck strain and high surgical staff turnover. High operating room administration costs due to surgery cancellations and lengthy block times. Increased malpractice claims.

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BFW Inc.

OCTOBER 7, 2022

Using sustainable products has never been more critical, and this applies in the operating room as well. Investing in sustainable surgical headlamps can bring more energy-efficient practices into your hospital or operating suite, reducing waste and the depletion of resources.

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Endovision

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

Because of these developments, medicine today is able to prioritise the importance of a well-illuminated surgical field with no shadows and minimal heat. There are three main kinds of surgical lighting you might see in the operating room, and in this blog post we’re going to break each one down to demonstrate its importance.

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SpecialtyCare

OCTOBER 5, 2024

SpecialtyCare plays a pivotal role in helping hospitals optimize their surgical services by providing skilled clinical specialists, advanced technology, and data-driven insights. By partnering with SpecialtyCare, hospitals can reduce the risk of surgical site infections (SSIs) while improving the workflow and efficiency of their SPDs.

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The Anesthesia Consultant

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

Video laparoscopy surgical equipment and the longer operating times were increased expenses, but the advantages of outpatient surgery and quicker recovery made the new technique the standard of care for many surgeries within the abdomen. Robot surgeries take up more of an operating room’s most precious resource—time.

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BFW Inc.

OCTOBER 13, 2020

One robotic arm has a camera, through which the surgeon can see what they’re working on, and other arms are various surgical instruments. The surgeon controls the robot using a computer that is located near the operating table. Plus, surgeons don’t have to be physically onsite to perform operations. In the U.S.,

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The Anesthesia Consultant

OCTOBER 11, 2020

Perioperative” means “around the time of operations.” Today I’ll walk you through an example anesthetic which shows how an anesthesiologist approaches the challenges of a difficult surgical problem: emergency non-cardiac surgery in a patient with heart disease. The operating room table is returned to a level position.

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The Anesthesia Consultant

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

You believe the patient is high risk in terms of his airway, his breathing, his cardiac status, and his potential for post-operative complications. The surgeon intends to supplement your intravenous (IV) sedation with local anesthetic at the surgical site. Trust your training and your intuition. Your next patient is a child.

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Incision

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Surgical care is the product of numerous interprofessional interactions, reflected in several key multidisciplinary teams. Researchers from the University of Chicago found that the strongest impact of more familiar teams was in decreasing operative times. vs 10.0%), longer operative times, and a longer hospital stay.

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The Circulating Life

OCTOBER 10, 2022

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? Is it the surgeon, and the money that can be made from adding more volume, or is it the staff, the equipment, and the tools necessary to safely perform the operation?

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The Anesthesia Consultant

OCTOBER 8, 2015

Before her surgery, Alexandra reclined awake on the operating room table. Her eyes were closed, and she was unaware I’d entered the room. As the general anesthetic fades and you awaken more, you may feel pain at the surgical site. Anesthetist options were limited. Life is a series of choices. Perfect,” she oozed.

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The Anesthesia Consultant

OCTOBER 8, 2019

In contrast, other operating room professionals are usually relaxed and winding down at this time, because the surgical procedure is finished. The patient is going to rip their sutures out or have bleeding from the surgical site.” If the patient has an ET tube, it is usually removed.

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MEDITEK

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Our surgical equipment experts are knowledgeable about the needs of ORs and can help create a harmonious flow in the operating room. The operating room ceiling system is one of the most important (and expensive) pieces of real estate in your facility.

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MEDITEK

JULY 23, 2024

Indigo-Clean is an LED lighting technology that safely and continuously disinfects an operating room at a much more effective rate than current environmental disinfection methods. Indigo-Clean reduces surgical site infections (SSIs) by 73%. The post Are your operating rooms clean or are they Indigo-Clean?

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Caresyntax

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Why Data Across the Surgical Continuum Matters Integrated operating rooms have reshaped surgery in the past decade, providing amongst other benefits, enhanced communication, shortened surgical times, reduced patient cancellations, real-time access to patient information and advanced imaging, as well as maximum use of operating rooms.

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SpecialtyCare

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Surgical physician assistants (PAs) play a vital role in modern healthcare, bridging the gap between surgeons and patients to ensure high-quality surgical care. Whether in general surgery, cardiovascular procedures, or trauma units, these highly skilled professionals assist surgeons before, during, and after operations.

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SpecialtyCare

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

While much of the spotlight is on the surgeon , an unsung hero in the operating room is the Surgical First Assistant (SFA). A highly skilled SFA can make a critical difference in surgical efficiency, patient safety, and overall surgical success.

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Radius Anesthesia

JANUARY 28, 2025

The presence of personal items in the operating room (OR) raises concerns related to sterility, infection control, and procedural efficiency. Despite strict guidelines aimed at maintaining an aseptic environment, the use of personal items by healthcare professionals in the OR remains a topic of discussion in modern surgical practices.

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