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The Vital Role of a Cardiothoracic Surgical First Assistant in Modern Healthcare

SpecialtyCare

Documenting surgical procedures and patient outcomes. Team Collaboration Communicating effectively with the surgical team, including surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses. Anticipating the needs of the surgeon and adapting to changes in the surgical plan. Ensuring proper wound care and dressing application.

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The Essential Role of Hospital Surgical Support in Modern Healthcare

SpecialtyCare

From sterile processing and perfusion services to intraoperative neuromonitoring (IONM) and surgical assistants, hospital surgical support teams are the unsung heroes behind every successful operation. What Is Hospital Surgical Support?

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Staffing Your Ambulatory Surgery Center For Success

Sullivan Healthcare Consulting

Finally, anesthesiologists are critical for ASCs, but finding anesthesiologists has grown increasingly difficult. is expected to be short as many as 12,000 anesthesiologists by 2034. Finally, anesthesiologists are absolutely pivotal to the success of your ASC.

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ROBOT SURGERY. A VIEW FROM THE ANESTHESIOLOGY COCKPIT

The Anesthesia Consultant

Almost every anesthesiologist in America has experience with surgery using the da Vinci robot system. When the robot is finally moved in over the patient and the instruments are connected to the robot arms, the anesthesiologist has limited access to the patient’s head, neck, and chest, due to the size, breadth and girth of the robot.

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THE FIRST CHAPTER OF DOCTOR VITA BY RICK NOVAK

The Anesthesia Consultant

I’m not,” said Dr. Lucas, who was her anesthesiologist. A seventh-year resident worked as a surgical assistant, and attached appropriate operating instruments to the other 18-inch-long robot arms. Her hand trembled as she reached up to remove the mask. I’m scared,” she said.

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6 best things to Look for before you hire a Surgical First Assistant—And How SpecialtyCare Can Provide them

SpecialtyCare

While SFAs come from different professional backgrounds, they must complete additional specialized training in surgical assisting. We provide ongoing professional development to ensure our SFAs remain at the forefront of surgical advancements and industry best practices. What Makes a Strong SFA in the OR?

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How to Hire a Surgical First Assist: A Comprehensive Guide

SpecialtyCare

The most recognized certifications include: Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) Provided by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA). Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) Offered by the National Surgical Assistant Association (NSAA).