Anaesthesia News
MAY 15, 2025
Over the past 25 years a variety of alternatives to conventional manual CPR have been developed in an effort to enhance perfusion during attempted resuscitation from cardiac arrest and to improve survival. Compared with conventional CPR, these techniques and devices typically require more personnel, training, and equipment, or they apply to a specific setting.
The Stitch
MAY 13, 2025
Dr. Margaret (Peggy) Goodell, an expert in the field of stem cell research, is recognized for her distinguished career and continuing achievements in original scientific work. The post FROM THE LABS: Dr. Margaret Goodell elected to the National Academy of Sciences appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.
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The Stitch
MAY 1, 2025
Drs. Ramiro Fernandez and Gabriel Loor perform a robotic-assisted double lung transplant. The post Robotic lung transplantation and the evolution of surgical options appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.
Surgical Information Systems
MAY 1, 2025
MiOrtho Surgery Center has been named an SIS ASC Showcase Site for its outstanding use of SIS Complete to drive operational efficiency, financial performance, and high-quality patient care in orthopaedic outpatient surgery.
Penn Medicine
MAY 8, 2025
Uterus transplant is still a rare procedurebut for the six moms who have had eight babies to date through Penns program, it means the world.
Nebraska Methodist College
APRIL 30, 2025
If youre interested in a higher-level nursing career that extends beyond direct patient advocacy and care, its essential to develop a thorough understanding of leadership in nursing. Clinical expertise isnt always enough; todays nurse executives must have remarkable leadership skills in order to succeed.
Anesthesiology Journal
MAY 7, 2025
Moderator: BobbieJean, M.D. Participants: Douglas Colquhoun, M.B., M.Sc., M.P.H. and Stephan R.
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Surgical Information Systems
APRIL 30, 2025
Surgical Information Systems (SIS) adds electronic regulatory compliance software to help surgery centers remove complex manual compliance processes.
Penn Medicine
APRIL 30, 2025
Five classes have now graduated from Penns masters degree program which prepares genetic counselors to excel in clinical practice and translational research.
The CRNA Chase
MAY 5, 2025
You’ve made it to the interview stage – congratulations! But did you know this is where the majority of qualified CRNA school applicants see their dreams derailed? With acceptance rates under 3% at some of the top programs, even candidates with perfect GPAs and extensive ICU experience can falter during the critical interview phase. After investing years in preparation, the last thing you want is for what could be a 30-minute interview to undermine all your hard work.
The Stitch
APRIL 28, 2025
Dr. Luis Rustveld explains the health benefits of probiotics and prebiotics and how they work in tandem to support gut health. The post Go with your gut: A guide to probiotics and prebiotics appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.
Surgical Information Systems
APRIL 30, 2025
Surgical Information Systems will be demonstrating SIS Complete, the ASC industrys most awarded software solution, as well as new revenue cycle and transcription services
The Anesthesia Consultant
MAY 5, 2025
I was providing a general anesthetic to a patient for bilateral blepharoplasties (eyelid lifts) in a plastic surgery center operating room recently, and I asked the surgeon how frequently she performed this surgery in her office under local anesthesia without an anesthesia professional. She answered that in her office setting, her anesthesia plan was to sedate patients for this surgery by administering a sublingual tablet called an MKO Melt , a formulation of 25 mg ketamine, 3 mg midazolam, and
Anaesthesia News
MAY 4, 2025
For Adults: Women: Typically, a 7.0-8.0 mm internal diameter (ID) tube is used. Men: Usually, an 8.0-8.5 mm internal diameter tube is appropriate. For Children: Neonates (birth to 1 month): 3.0-3.5 mm ID. Infants (1 month to 1 year): 3.5-4.0 mm ID. Toddlers (1-3 years): 4.0-5.0 mm ID. Preschoolers (3-5 years): 5.0-6.0 mm ID. School-age children (6-12 years): 6.0-7.0 mm ID.
CME Corp
MAY 7, 2025
Most of us probably dont think too much about the wheels underneath a hospital bed or IV pole but healthcare professionals do! When it comes to medical equipment, casters do a lot more than just roll. The little caster is a mighty player in the battle for maneuverability. Casters may be physically small components, but they carry a big responsibility.
The Stitch
APRIL 29, 2025
April marks Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Marsha Brewington answers questions on how to prevent sexual assault. The post April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.
LeanBlog
APRIL 28, 2025
Recently, I had the pleasure of moderating a webinar titled “Driving a Culture of Transforming Patient Safety with KaiNexus“ featuring leaders from Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center in Baton Rouge: Lindsey Booty, Dr. Christopher Thomas, and LeaAnn Teague. It was an insightful and inspiring session that left me thinking not only about safety in healthcare but also about broader lessons for any industry–particularly manufacturing–when it comes to creating and sus
Anaesthesia News
MAY 15, 2025
(1.5% of Lignocaine (15MG/ML) + 5 g/ml of Adrenaline) Adrenaline: Adrenaline 1 ampoule contains 1mg/ml Dilute to 10 ml = Each ml contains 100 g Take one ml of this and dilute to 5 ml. Then each ml contains 20 g/ml Lignocaine: To 3 ml of 2% Lignocaine (60 mg) add 1 ml of above solution (20 g/ml of Adrenaline) Total 4ml with 1.5% Lignocaine (60 mg/4=15mg/ml) plus 5 g/ml Adrenaline.
Surgical Information Systems
MAY 9, 2025
ASCs can secure fair, timely reimbursement from their commercial insurers by strategically preparing for negotiations, building strong payer relationships, and actively managing contract performance.
NVIDIA: Healthcare
MAY 1, 2025
For Nicolas Simon, advancing the field of robotics is a personal mission that could change his siblings lives. Two-thirds of Simons family members use wheelchairs due to mobility challenges related to Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, an inherited genetic condition. As an engineering student and robotics club chair at Frances cole Polytechnique, he saw the opportunity to build a new device that could help his brother and other relatives walk again.
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons
MAY 7, 2025
Webinar Latin Heart Rounds Series: Current Outcomes of the Norwood Operation gmckinney Wed, 05/07/2025 - 15:05 May 30, 2025 During this webinar, a panel of top surgeons and pediatric cardiologists will review current outcomes of the challenging Norwood operation, including cases found in the STS National Database. Topics will include: Patient selection Surgical primary palliation vs. hybrid approach with both surgical bands and more recent pulmonary flow restrictors Technical aspects of surgical
Nebraska Methodist College
APRIL 30, 2025
As healthcare systems evolve to meet the growing needs of diverse populations, family nurse practitioners (FNPs) have emerged as vital providers of comprehensive, lifelong care for individuals and families. Bridging the gap between nursing and medicine, FNPs are uniquely equipped to deliver a blend of clinical expertise, compassionate care, and personalized health education.
The Stitch
MAY 12, 2025
Dr. Francisco Orejuela breaks down the difference between urogynecology and urology. The post Urogynecology and Urology: Whats the difference? appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.
Picis
MAY 16, 2025
In todays data-driven healthcare environment, many perioperative departments continue to rely on paper-based documentation. While this approach has been standard for decades, it introduces inefficiencies, inaccuracies, and compliance challenges that can hinder the delivery of optimal patient care. Transitioning to an advanced solution like Picis Anesthesia Manager modernizes documentation processes, enhances patient safety, and improves operational efficiency.
SpecialtyCare
MAY 16, 2025
The Critical Role of Sterile Processing in Healthcare Sterile processing technician jobs represent one of the most vital yet often overlooked career paths in healthcare. In today’s healthcare environment, infection prevention is paramount to patient safety. Behind every successful surgical procedure stands a team of dedicated professionals ensuring that all instruments and equipment are properly sterilized, inspected, and ready for use.
Surgimate
MAY 15, 2025
Surgeries are the lifeblood of your practice. They bring patients through your doors and keep your OR full. They let your surgeons operate at the top of their license. They demand immense skill and deliver incredible valuelikely 40% or more of your revenue. Indeed, surgeries change lives. But the way we schedule them hasnt changed in decades. Its an outdated process held together with sticky notes and crossed fingers, and its hurting your bottom line.
The Stitch
MAY 7, 2025
Learn about the different approaches to heart surgery and how they differ in procedure, recovery and the types of conditions they treat. The post Facing heart surgery? Here’s what you should know appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.
Triage Staffing
MAY 16, 2025
Whether youre a healthcare traveler heading off on a new assignment or just taking some well-earned vacation time, traveling solo can be an incredibly freeing experience! When you’re a solo traveler, you’re the one in charge. You get to decide how to spend your time, what you want to explore, local restaurants you want to check out and so much more.
USA Medical and Surgical Supplies
MAY 14, 2025
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OR Manager
MAY 13, 2025
Remote surgery has come a long way since the first-ever case in 2001, when a surgeon in New York City operated on a patient in Strasbourg, France. No longer a product of science fiction, telesurgerys advance promises to changeand savecountless lives, from patients in remote areas to those in warzones and even in space. Remote-controlled […] The post Telesurgery possibilities becoming more than remote appeared first on OR Manager.
Surgimate
MAY 15, 2025
With over 10 years of experience helping hundreds of practices improve their surgery scheduling workflow, maximize revenue and enhance patient experience, weve learned many of the best efficiency tricks of the trade. We’re thrilled to share our findings with you. Read on for the top 10 ways you can improve your surgery scheduling process. Ten Best Practices for Surgery Scheduling Create a Unified Surgery Scheduling Workflow Automate Form Generation Provide Patients with Customized Informat
The Stitch
MAY 8, 2025
Dr. Jordana Faruqi, endocrinologist and assistant professor in the Margaret M. and Albert B. Alkek Department of Medicine, shares some of her healthy habits with us. The post Healthy Habits: Group workouts motivate Dr. Jordana Faruqi appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.
Triage Staffing
MAY 13, 2025
Lately, theres been a lot of buzz about recruiter-less staffing models in healthcare. Its easy to see whytech platforms are getting slicker, and travelers are trying to cut out the recruiter. But heres the thing. If youre new to travel healthcare, jumping into your first assignment without a recruiter in your corner can feel like being tossed into the deep end without a life jacket.
CME Corp
MAY 13, 2025
As regulatory standards evolve and infection prevention becomes increasingly outcome-driven, healthcare organizations are re-examining every phase of endoscope reprocessing. The revised AAMI/ANSI ST91:2021 standard reinforces a critical insight: effective drying and controlled storage are as essential to patient safety as disinfection. In this post we will explore why regulatory standards are focusing in endoscope drying and patient safety and how you can stay compliant.
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