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What is an OR Nurse and What Do They Do in the Operating Room?

Platinum Meidcal Staffing

Operating Room (OR) nurses, also known as perioperative nurses, play an essential role in surgeries. OR nurses are the backbone of the operating room, advocating for patients and supporting the entire surgical team. OR nurses are the backbone of the operating room, advocating for patients and supporting the entire surgical team.

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SMART GLASSES IN THE OPERATING ROOM

The Anesthesia Consultant

In the smart glasses group, the ultrasound machine was located behind the operator, and the smart glasses were paired with the ultrasound machine. The vital signs of heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, end-tidal gas values, and temperature would be constantly visualized no matter where the anesthesiologist was looking.

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i2medi and Picis Expand Partnership into Colombia, Delivering Advanced Perioperative Clinical Solutions

Picis

These applications can automatically gather data from vital signs monitors and anesthesia machines. About i²medi Group: Established in 2014, i²medi is a multinational distribution and consulting company with operations in Brazil, Colombia, Germany, and Mexico.

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Lumbar Discectomy: The Crucial Role of Surgical Assistants in Spine Surgery

Platinum Meidcal Staffing

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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BRAIN TRANSPLANTATION?

The Anesthesia Consultant

The brain, encased in the dura, is freed from the cranial vault and base, and a robotic scoop with retractable tines would be brought into the operating field. Besides the constrained operative space, microsuturing cannot reestablish cranial nerve function rapidly, and therefore regeneration cannot be expected to occur rapidly.

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Streamlining the Surgical Journey with Digital Health and Wellness

Picis

Secure platforms can provide updates on the progress of the surgery, reducing anxiety and fostering a sense of connection for loved ones waiting outside the operating room. Imagine seamlessly reporting pain levels or other vital signs through a user-friendly app. Digital tools can also enhance post-surgical care.

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What is a Cardiovascular Perfusionist?

SpecialtyCare

The cardiovascular perfusionist operates a heart-lung machine, which temporarily takes over the role of these vital organs, allowing the surgeon to perform delicate operations on a non-beating heart. Every aspect of the patient’s circulatory and respiratory status is their responsibility during the surgery.