Endovision

JULY 31, 2019

As a medical professional, the appropriate disposal of single-use surgical instruments is an integral part of the job. In order to prevent contamination or and reduce health risks to the people in the waste management industry, every person in the medical field must handle and properly dispose of single-use instruments.

Surgical Instruments 40

Surgical Instruments In-Procedure Procedure Hospital 40

Incision

OCTOBER 3, 2023

The symbiotic relationship between the OR and the SPD is critical both for patient safety and staff well-being. This article works as a guide to understanding why sterile processing can't be rushed and why it takes time to ensure the utmost patient safety in surgical care. Let's embrace the 4.5 We’re listening!

Operating Room 40

Operating Room Sterile Safety Operation 40

SpecialtyCare

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

SpecialtyCare’s approach includes: Rigorous Training Programs : SFAs employed by SpecialtyCare undergo extensive training that covers everything from aseptic techniques and surgical instrumentation to patient safety protocols. Their expertise reduces the risk of infections and complications.

Surgical First Assistant 52

Surgical First Assistant First Assistant Patient Care Surgical Assistant 52

Trocar Supplies

AUGUST 21, 2023

In the realms of surgical suites, dental offices, laboratories, and even tattoo studios, a vital ally stands at the forefront of maintaining a clean and germ-free environment – the autoclave. Preparation for the Autoclave It is important to place used surgical instruments in the autoclave as soon as possible after they are used.

Surgical Instruments 52

Surgical Instruments Sterile Operating Room Surgical Technician 52

Jalal Surgical

APRIL 11, 2023

Why Sterilization is essential for surgical instruments Sterilization is crucial for surgical instruments because it helps to prevent the spread of infections and diseases between patients. Proper Sterilization of surgical instruments is critical to ensure the safety and well-being of patients.

Sterile 52

Sterile Surgical Instruments Safety In-Procedure 52

Elmed

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Improper or inadequate decontamination, cleaning and sterilization of surgical instruments continues to be a major source of patient harm that is preventable through proper practice and adherence to manufacturers’ instructions for use (IFUs). The problem of contaminated instruments being returned to the O.R. after reprocessing.4

Surgical Instruments 40

Surgical Instruments Sterile Laboratory Test In-Procedure 40

Elmed

JANUARY 11, 2022

Over the past year there has been a lot of increased emphasis and attention placed on pre-cleaning surgical instruments at the point of use prior to transport to sterile reprocessing. This new, increased emphasis on pre-cleaning is important to you, your facility and most importantly, to your patients and their safety.

Surgical Instruments 40

Surgical Instruments Sterile Laboratory Test Safety 40

SpecialtyCare

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Assisting Surgical Teams: Providing direct support to surgeons and operating room staff by ensuring that all necessary instruments and equipment are available and functioning correctly. Ensuring Sterility and Safety: Upholding strict sterilization protocols to prevent infections and maintain a safe surgical environment.

Operating Room 52

Operating Room Sterile In-Procedure Procedure 52

Trocar Supplies

MARCH 6, 2023

In some cases, disposable surgical equipment may be more cost-effective than reusable equipment, when you consider overhead costs such as maintenance, repair, and replacement. Improved patient safety. Single-use surgical equipment improves patient safety by reducing the risk of infection and cross-contamination.

Sterile 52

Sterile Surgical Instruments Surgical Tools In-Procedure 52

SpecialtyCare

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Both departments must perform at optimal levels to ensure positive outcomes and patient safety, which means systematic collaboration isn’t just nice to have — it’s absolutely essential. A study in Scientific Reports reveals that the use of Lean Six Sigma methodology to optimize surgical instrument sterilization processes is cost-effective.

Communication 52

Communication Sterile Collaboration Surgical Instruments 52

Total Scope

MAY 18, 2022

Our technicians must be able to repair medical devices, such as endoscopes , surgical cameras , surgical instruments , or ultrasound probes. ” Patient safety is our highest priority, so we have a clear, documented repair process to ensure we are thorough in our repairs and can assure repeatable outcomes.

Surgical Instruments 52

Surgical Instruments Safety 52

Incision

OCTOBER 17, 2023

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 hour processing time that is sometimes needed to ensure patient safety and care. Sterilization is the standard to ensure a patient’s safety.

Sterile 40

Sterile Operating Room Safety Surgical Instruments 40

SpecialtyCare

OCTOBER 12, 2024

Intraoperative Neuromonitoring Technologist : In this role, you’ll assist in monitoring and maintaining the nervous system’s integrity during surgical procedures, reducing the risk of damage to critical neural structures. This field is ideal for individuals interested in maintaining healthcare standards and supporting surgical teams.

Sterile 52

Sterile Surgical Instruments Patient Care Operating Room 52

Incision

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Patient safety is at stake. Surgical instruments should be cleaned as soon as possible after use to reduce the window of opportunity for biofilm to form. American College of Surgeons and Surgical Infection Society: Surgical Site Infection Guidelines, 2016 Update. spent to fix dirty instrument problems.

Surgical Site 52

Surgical Site Sterile Surgical Instruments Sample 52

Endovision

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

Biomedical engineering is an incredibly important field of study, and the fine engineers in this line of work are the reason modern technology and surgical instruments have progressed to where they are today. Surgical innovation, patient safety, and value for money.

Surgical Instruments 40

Surgical Instruments Safety Hospital 40

Endovision

SEPTEMBER 29, 2019

Surgical smoke is a by-product of energy-based surgical instruments. Any procedure that is done with the use of a surgical device used to cut, desiccate, and ablate tissue can produce surgical smoke when tissues vaporise. For a surgical smoke safe workplace, choose Endovision as your partner.

Surgical Device 40

Surgical Device Surgical Instruments In-Procedure Safety 40

Jalal Surgical

DECEMBER 5, 2023

It plays a crucial role in the male Circumcision Kit , ensuring the safety and accuracy of the procedure while adhering to established medical standards and protocols. Mayo Surgical scissors are utilized to make incisions during the circumcision process, ensuring clean and accurate cuts while minimizing the risk of unintended injuries.

Incision 52

Incision Sterile In-Procedure Safety 52

Jalal Surgical

DECEMBER 17, 2022

4 This reusable flat handle is designed to be used with surgical blades of various sizes and shapes. The safety handle has a protective sheath and is intended to be used with a normal blade to reduce the risk to the surgeon and assistant when passing instruments. They will look for any more tears in the incision. BP Handle No.

Sterile 52

Sterile Incision In-Procedure Procedure 52

BFW Inc.

OCTOBER 7, 2021

With the ability to view the surgical site and follow the procedure in real-time, OR team members can strengthen care coordination by anticipating the needs of the surgeon, as well as the timing of their next task. Now, this is not to suggest that video replaces the need for verbal communication.

Operating Room 52

Operating Room Operation Communication In-Procedure 52

BFW Inc.

JUNE 17, 2021

Inventory Management of Surgical Instruments As noted above, operating rooms are a significant source of expenditure for most hospitals. Hospital lifts promote safety for caregivers while ensuring that patient transfers happen as efficiently as possible, improving care quality on several fronts at once.

Hospital 52

Hospital Sterile Operating Room In-Procedure 52

BFW Inc.

OCTOBER 13, 2020

Surgical robots have several arms. One robotic arm has a camera, through which the surgeon can see what they’re working on, and other arms are various surgical instruments. Instead, the robots enhance a human’s precision, control, and flexibility during precise procedures. In the U.S.,

Surgery 52

Surgery In-Procedure Incision Procedure 52

The Anesthesia Consultant

APRIL 30, 2024

During World War II he was stationed as an orthopedic officer in Cairo, where he invented a variety of surgical instruments. The development of TAVR enabled replacement of the aortic valve via a femoral artery approach, and significantly improved safety and patient outcomes.

General Anesthesia 52

General Anesthesia Post-Anesthesia Anesthesia In-Procedure 52

OR Manager

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Sterile Processing Department (SPD) managers and technicians know a thing or two about pressure. In a recent webinar covering sterile processing basics, Cori L. Ofstead, MSPH, president and CEO of Ofstead More » The post Why OR leaders should revisit sterile processing basics appeared first on OR Manager.

Sterile 52

Sterile OR Manager Surgical Instruments Collaboration 52

OR Manager

AUGUST 28, 2024

For many in the healthcare industry, imagining surgery without onsite sterile processing seems unthinkable. Then again, performing total joints in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC) was unthinkable 10 years More » The post Offsite sterilization fuels onsite efficiency for lean ASCs appeared first on OR Manager.

Sterile 52

Sterile OR Manager Surgery Surgical Site 52

Elmed

MARCH 10, 2021

On May 10, 2018 Porter Adventist Hospital in Denver, Colorado had to cancel all surgeries for a week due to contaminated surgical instruments being found in the O.R. This was not a unique situation, but rather another case in a long line of reported cases of contaminated instruments being returned to the O.R. after reprocessing.

Hospital 40

Hospital Surgery Surgical Instruments Sterile 40

OR Manager

MAY 23, 2024

Cardiovascular disease is the leading killer of both women and men, but more women are dying. Evidence points to lack of research and a one-size-fits-all approach to care, including in the OR. “Many of More » The post How awareness evolves to action on surgeon, patient gender gaps appeared first on OR Manager.

OR Manager 52

OR Manager Surgical Instruments Patient Care Safety 52

SpecialtyCare

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

Enhancing Patient Safety with Stringent Sterile Processing Standards 2. Improving Operational Efficiency with Streamlined Instrument Processing 3. In the healthcare environment, particularly in surgical settings, sterile processing is a foundational aspect of patient safety. Table of Contents 1.

Sterile 52

Sterile Safety Operation Surgical Instruments 52

SpecialtyCare

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

A handful of factors that can drag down SPD performance include cleaning or sterilization errors, staff turnover, complex instrumentation, a lack of safety culture, miscommunication, and delays. Delays mean a loss of billable minutes in the OR, which seem incremental when they occur — but can add up to considerable losses in revenue.

Sterile 52

Sterile Surgical Instruments Communication Hospital 52

SpecialtyCare

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Consistent, quality training, collaboration with the OR, safety culture, error tracking, and incentives for high performance can sufficiently optimize the SPD — and in turn, optimize the OR. Much of the attention devoted to SPDs is reactive and negative: delays, turnover, and errors tend to be the focus. and $9,421,590.11.”

Sterile 52

Sterile Surgical Instruments Collaboration Communication 52

OR Manager

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Reliable and robust enough for daily use on most medical devices, steam is the most common sterilant in healthcare facilities. However, using steam properly requires a balancing act. For example, too much More » The post Practice updates ease steam sterilization balancing act appeared first on OR Manager.

Sterile 52

Sterile OR Manager Surgical Instruments Safety 52