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Knowing Me, Knowing You: What Can We Learn From Familiar Surgical Teams?

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In breast reconstruction, one study identified an increased risk for reoperation due to higher rates of surgical site infections in less familiar teams [ 14 ]. Rotating training programs create regular influx and outflux of surgical residents and trainee nurses.

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Everything You Need to Know About Surgical Physician Assistants

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Prepare the surgical team by gathering necessary tools and supplies. Intraoperative Assistance During surgery, Surgical Physician Assistants are active participants in the operating room, helping to: Provide exposure to the surgical site. Perform minor surgical procedures under the surgeon’s guidance.