BFW Inc.

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

As an example, surgeons can make accurate hand movements within five microns (about 1 ten-thousandth of an inch) using optical coherence tomography (an ultrasound-like technology that uses light) for intricate surgeries – allowing for minimally invasive surgical procedures that are safer and reduce recovery time for patients.

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

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USMD Health System

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Many types of procedures can be performed in a hybrid operating room, including minimally invasive treatment. Discover your options for surgery today.

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The Anesthesia Consultant

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Placing a catheter into the tiny radial artery in a child’s wrist is one of the most difficult procedures in our specialty. Wearing smart glasses improved the anesthesiologist’s first-attempt success rate, and reduced the procedure time and complication rates. The average internal diameter of the radial artery is 1.2 ± 0.3

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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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BFW Inc.

DECEMBER 15, 2022

All aspects of medical procedures require efficiency, safety and effectiveness and it is not surprising that appropriate and sufficient lighting is a critical component to success. Brighter is Not Always Better Surgeons require clear visibility of a surgical site, especially when operating in small, deep cavities.

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NVIDIA: Healthcare

MARCH 18, 2024

AI — already used to connect, analyze and offer predictions based on operating room data — will be critical to the future of surgery, boosting operating room efficiency and clinical decision-making. NVIDIA supports the IGX software stack with NVIDIA AI Enterprise , the enterprise operating system for production-grade AI.

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Clemson

MAY 30, 2022

The Realizing Improved Patient Care through Human-Centered Design in the Operating Room (RIPCHD.OR) learning lab uses a socio-technical approach incorporating human factors engineering and evidence-based design principles to create an optimal ergonomically sound operating room that results in improved patient and staff safety.

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The Anesthesia Consultant

JULY 25, 2022

This was a landmark paper on the topic of anesthesiologist:CRNA staffing ratios, which documented that having physician anesthesiologists direct three or four operating rooms simultaneously for major noncardiac inpatient surgical procedures increased the 30-day risks of patient morbidity and mortality. Yes, it does.

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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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The Anesthesia Consultant

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

This will require an operating room staffed with a surgeon, a nurse, a scrub technician, and an anesthesia professional. Evolution of Procedures and Procedural Areas Procedures that used to be hospital-based have increasingly moved into outpatient settings and physician’s offices. Imagine this: It’s the year 2034.

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Endovision

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Operating rooms are incredibly stressful and complex environments to work in. We list several ways you can fight fatigue when working in the operating room , before, during, and after your shift. Here are ways to combat fatigue before, during, and after working in the operating room.

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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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NVIDIA: Healthcare

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Medical-device company Invenio Imaging is developing technology that enables surgeons to evaluate tissue biopsies in the operating room, immediately after samples are collected — providing in just three minutes AI-accelerated insights that would otherwise take weeks to obtain from a pathology lab. and Europe.

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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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Caresyntax

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Currently, the platform supports 30,000 surgical professionals in 3,000 operating rooms globally, assisting in more than 3 million surgeries annually. The award was granted following an extensive evaluation of Caresyntax’s systems in leading hospitals across Germany and the EU.

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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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Ed Mariano

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Just before the start of anesthesia, a patient may hear the operating room nurse saying, “Think of a nice dream as you go off to sleep.” The anesthesia plan will guide your care during your procedure and throughout your recovery. “You will be asleep for your surgery,” anesthesiologists often reassure their patients.

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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. However, the sub-specialty of endovascular neurosurgery was created, and our necessary role in both the angiography suite and operating room was solidified.

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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. Sterility Cannot Be Rushed: The Stats Don't Lie Rushing the standard sterilization procedures can have severe implications for patient safety.

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The Anesthesia Consultant

JANUARY 1, 2024

Anesthesiologists are likely to have: A preference for being in an operating room rather than in a clinic. Most of the time an anesthesiologist works in the operating room. A busy surgeon may work in the operating room two or three days per week. Operating room medicine requires action.

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LeanBlog

MARCH 4, 2024

in an operating room, just before the last procedure of a long day that had been full of delays. It's 9 p.m.

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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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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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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. Inventory Management: Managing surgical instruments and supplies to ensure availability and proper functioning during procedures.

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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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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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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.

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The Circulating Life

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Every procedure. And let’s be honest, without the commitment, dedication, and expertise of the Sterile Processing pros, our operating rooms wouldn’t be able to function. From all of us in the operating room, THANK YOU Sterile Processing! Every Time. Thank them for a job well done.

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USA Medical and Surgical Supplies

APRIL 3, 2024

4K LCD medical-grade surgical monitor intended for use in hospital operating rooms, surgical centers, clinics, doctors' offices, and similar medical environments. Suitable for use in minimally invasive surgical procedures, it displays bright, high-quality 2D. The LMD-X2705MD is a 27-inch (diag.) Price: $7,073.00

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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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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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The Anesthesia Consultant

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Empty Operating Room 0655 hours—You don a bouffant hat and a facemask, and enter your operating room. Your hospital contains multiple operating rooms, and today you are in room #10. Then we’ll roll down the hallway into the operating room. and to bring your cell phone with you.

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USMD Health System

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Read about vascular surgery and how we perform these procedures in our hybrid operating room. Vascular surgery can improve your quality of life.

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The Anesthesia Consultant

JULY 12, 2021

Anesthesiologists could chat with the surgeons and/or nurses, make an occasional phone call, and at times read materials they brought with them into the operating room. Every hospital operating room is equipped with a computer connected to the internet. Love it or hate it, the EMR is here to stay.

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Neurosurgery

MARCH 18, 2024

Codman , MD, attempted to create a systematic way of reporting errors and standardizing practices and procedures. Morbidity and mortality (M&M) is a common conference across medical specialties. It originated in the early 1900s when a surgeon named Ernest A.

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