The Stitch
JULY 25, 2024
Dr. James R. Lupski has delivered more than 620 lectures in 37 countries, but none was received with nearly the same enthusiasm as his Mendel lecture this past June in Berlin. The post Congratulations, Dr. James R. Lupski, 2024 Mendel Lecturer and recipient of the Gilded Pea Award! appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.
LeanBlog
JULY 26, 2024
Thanks, as always, to Ryan McCormack for this. He always shares so much good reading, listening, and viewing here! Subscribe to get these directly from Ryan via email. News, articles, books, podcasts, and videos about how to make the workplace better. Operational Excellence, Improvement, and Innovation I was working in healthcare in 2009 when the WHO Surgical Safety Checklist was sweeping through Operating Rooms across North America with the promise of harm reduction at almost no cost. […]
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The CRNA Chase
JULY 8, 2024
As the Society of Future Nurse Anesthetists (SFNA) emerges from the Facebook Group “Future CRNA Society,” it is crucial to dive into the comprehensive programs and resources that define this transition phase. SFNA’s commitment is just what I envisioned when I started on this journey to help other aspiring CRNAs like myself. Mission and Vision Mission: The Society of Future Nurse Anesthetists is dedicated to empowering critical care nurses and aspiring nurse anesthetists throug
LeanBlog
JULY 18, 2024
I don't think I ever shared this article that I co-authored and had published in 2014… so it's time for another “Throwback Thursday.” I'll share a summary of it here in this post. I think this still applies here in 2024. In the evolving healthcare landscape, fostering a culture of continuous improvement is essential for enhancing patient care, safety, and operational efficiency.
Radius Anesthesia
JULY 15, 2024
Anesthesiology residency programs are essential for training the next generation of anesthesiologists and equipping them with the skills and knowledge necessary to provide safe and effective anesthesia care. Recent developments and news in anesthesiology residency programs highlight evolving trends, innovative training methods, and responses to current healthcare challenges.
Nebraska Methodist College
JULY 10, 2024
Have you been thinking about going back to school to earn a doctoral degree to become a nurse practitioner ? As a nurse practitioner (NP), you'll find a rewarding career in high demand.
The CRNA Chase
JULY 22, 2024
The journey to becoming a Resident Registered Nurse Anesthetist (RRNA) is both time-consuming and highly competitive. The admissions process for Nurse Anesthesia programs is rigorous and can take several years. In 2020, there were nearly 20,000 applications for the 4,000 available seats across 124 programs. With approximately 130 programs available today, the competition has only intensified.
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LeanBlog
JULY 12, 2024
Listen: In Episode 47 of the Lean Whiskey podcast, Jamie Flinchbaugh and Mark Graban attempt another experiment with our format, covering a range of quick-hit topics in the news rather than a single deep dive. As always, we welcome feedback. Before we got to that, however, our whiskey theme was also new, or new to us: we each picked a whiskey we hadn't tried before.
Radius Anesthesia
JULY 5, 2024
Surgical prehabilitation, often shortened to “prehab,” is a proactive approach that prepares patients physically and psychologically for the stresses of surgery. This concept has gained traction in recent years, reflecting a broader understanding of the benefits of optimizing health before undergoing surgical procedures. Prehabilitation is designed to enhance a patient’s capacity to withstand surgery, thereby promoting faster recovery, reducing the likelihood of postoperative c
Nebraska Methodist College
JULY 23, 2024
Getting a master’s degree in nursing education will prepare you for a rewarding career training the next generation of skilled and compassionate nurses.
Surgical Information Systems
JULY 18, 2024
Q&A with Yunette Ruiz, Client Service Manager, and Gabriella DeSantis, Revenue Cycle Manager, from the Surgical Information Systems Revenue Cycle Services Team
The Stitch
JULY 23, 2024
Assistant professor Dr. Meha Fox tells us how training and working at Baylor has impacted her life and career. The post Growing Up Baylor: Dr. Meha Fox appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.
LeanBlog
JULY 9, 2024
I recently had the opportunity to present a webinar hosted by my friends at the Shingo Institute, where I presented on the topic of using mistakes as a catalyst for continuous improvement. I'd like to share some of the key points and insights from that session. The Recording: The Importance of Psychological Safety I began the webinar by addressing a common misconception that mistakes should always be avoided at all costs in all situations.
CME Corp
JULY 23, 2024
While federal law mandates prioritizing Made in America equipment for military hospitals, VA healthcare, and other government medical facilities, the benefits of procuring American made healthcare equipment extend well beyond compliance.
Penn Medicine
JULY 15, 2024
Predicting a patient’s recovery from a coma has profound implications. Neurologist David Fischer, MD, is building the infrastructure to get it right.
Surgical Information Systems
JULY 16, 2024
SIS Coding Compliance Manager Sherri Stinnett shares insight on the updates made by the American Medical Association (AMA) to CPT codes and documentation rules this year.
The Stitch
JULY 18, 2024
Seizures and second opinions. How a Baylor College of Medicine team helped Kailey Ratcliff tackle a difficult decision. The post A second opinion offers a second chance appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.
CME Corp
JULY 9, 2024
Free-standing emergency rooms (FSERs) are a relatively new concept in the healthcare landscape. Twenty years ago, they accounted for only 1% of emergency rooms. 1 Offering a viable alternative to traditional hospital-based emergency rooms, these standalone facilities offer emergency medical care to patients who need immediate attention but may not require the extensive resources of a full-scale hospital.
Penn Medicine
JULY 24, 2024
From front-line providers to executives, teams came together during extraordinary circumstances to make sure patients were cared for and kept safe during an unprecedented outage.
Surgical Information Systems
JULY 10, 2024
Surgical Information Systems celebrates four consecutive years as a Top Workplace in the Technology Industry.
The Stitch
JULY 17, 2024
Researchers have peered into the chromosomes of the wooly mammoth, a magnificent creature that has been extinct for nearly 4,000 years. The post FROM THE LABS: Image of the Month: The wooly mammoth emerges from the past appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.
Salem Anesthesia
JULY 25, 2024
A guiding principle of Salem Anesthesia is to treat the surgical centers and patients we serve with the utmost respect, unmatched care and professionalism. Our team of Anesthesiologists and CRNAs have met this goal for over 30 years and welcoming Bradley Quarles to our team will help ensure we continue to do so. Salem Anesthesia President and fellow CRNA, James Nitz shares the following , “Bradley will be a great addition to our team of experienced professionals.
CME Corp
JULY 17, 2024
Medical exam tables have long been an equipment essential for exam rooms in clinics and physician offices. However, more recently, healthcare facilities have begun upgrading to procedure chairs to capitalize on their numerous benefits.
Sullivan Healthcare Consulting
JULY 25, 2024
Are your surgical services struggling to contain inflated anesthesia costs? Do you feel like you’re locked in a constant battle with staffing, compensation, reimbursement, and broader inefficiencies in the OR? If any of that sounds familiar, you may benefit from anesthesia consulting services. But how can you be sure you’re working with a partner who understands your problems and is capable of fixing them?
NexGen Surgical
JULY 25, 2024
Rural communities across the United States have been experiencing a surgeon shortage for years; as time goes on, that shortage is only expanding. It’s a gap that NexGen is filling through innovation and a growing talent network featuring surgical professionals. NexGen’s mission is to combat challenges in rural surgical care so that we can expand […] The post Expanding Surgical Care in Community Hospitals appeared first on NexGen Surgical.
The Stitch
JULY 17, 2024
Read how Baylor Medicine vascular surgeon Dr. Jayer Chung worked to save Patrick Walker's leg and foot following an infection. The post Baylor Medicine surgeon’s intervention saves patient’s leg appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.
Triage Staffing
JULY 15, 2024
Recently, we’ve seen an increase in scammers pretending to be Triage employees. To help keep you safe, we’re highlighting some red flags you should be aware of. Protect yourself from common scams by watching out for these red flags. Red Flag #1: A Non-Triage Email Address This is one quick and easy way to determine whether you’re speaking with a real Triage recruiter.
CME Corp
JULY 23, 2024
While federal law mandates prioritizing Made in America equipment for military hospitals, VA healthcare, and other government medical facilities, the benefits of procuring American made healthcare equipment extend well beyond compliance.
Surgical Information Systems
JULY 25, 2024
Case flagging or case annotations in SIS Complete enhances communication across the ambulatory surgery center (ASC)
Caresyntax
JULY 10, 2024
In this inaugural episode, Dr. Bruce Ramshaw , Chief Medical Informatics Officer of Caresyntax , shares his transformative journey from a data-loving sports enthusiast to a pioneering surgeon integrating data science into healthcare. Bruce delves into the challenges and innovations reshaping surgical practices and highlights the critical role of emotional complexity in patient outcomes.
The Stitch
JULY 26, 2024
At the recent 2024 Baylor Health Policy Symposium, medical advocacy was one of the topics of discussion. Dr. Mary Brandt, who was part of the The post Reflections on medical advocacy appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.
SpecialtyCare
JULY 10, 2024
Experts Discuss Best Practices of Robotic Surgery in SpecialtyCare Webinar To provide transparency around the advantages and disadvantages of hospital robotic surgery programs, SpecialtyCare hosted a webinar with three experts from CAVA Robotics: Josh Feldstein, President and CEO of Cava Robotics, an applied health economist with a specialization in robotic surgery; Dr.
MEDITEK
JULY 23, 2024
Indigo-Clean is an LED lighting technology that safely and continuously disinfects an operating room at a much more effective rate than current environmental disinfection methods. Let us elaborate. Traditional disinfection & cleaning methods are short-lived and when surfaces are unintentionally missed, it can make quite the headache for your doctors, nurses, and most importantly—your patients.
Incredible Health
JULY 22, 2024
Discover the best resume and CV examples to help you stand out in your nursing career. Registered Nurse Resume Examples Build the perfect nursing or healthcare professional resume — quickly, easily, and without stress. Whether you’re a critical care nurse, an emergency nurse, or a nurse manager, our CV samples will show you what employers […] The post Nursing Resume & CV Examples appeared first on Incredible Health.
Picis
JULY 18, 2024
The Perioperative Surgical Home (PSH) represents a significant advancement in modern healthcare. It prioritizes patient-centered care throughout the surgical process. In essence, the PSH model aims to optimize patient outcomes by seamlessly coordinating care from preoperative preparation to postoperative recovery. It revolves around interdisciplinary collaboration, involving various healthcare professionals working together to ensure a holistic approach to surgical care.
The Stitch
JULY 19, 2024
Interest in robotic surgery has steadily increased over the past two decades. However, conflicting information regarding its financial practicality and reimbursement has emerged. High healthcare The post The financial realities of robotic surgery programs: insights from recent research appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.
SpecialtyCare
JULY 20, 2024
Intraoperative monitoring (IOM) plays a crucial role in modern surgery by enhancing patient safety and improving surgical outcomes. At SpecialtyCare, we pride ourselves on providing top-notch intraoperative monitoring services to ensure the highest standards of patient care. In this blog, we will explore the importance of intraoperative monitoring, its benefits, and answer some frequently asked questions about this vital medical practice.
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