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Surgical Technology Sequencing for Student Success

ARC/STSA

Students begin by learning the core principles of asepsis — the backbone of surgical safety. They learn how sterile technique is maintained under pressure, how team members communicate, and how the flow of a surgery unfolds in real time. At this stage, the curriculum follows a strict sequence. Students gain more than technical ability.

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How to Improve Communication Between the SPD and the OR

SpecialtyCare

To help both departments function smoothly, it’s imperative to create an environment for clear communication, consistent reporting, good-faith problem-solving, and mutual understanding. We spoke to them about what can create better communication between the SPD and OR for the sake of better outcomes. Do you need anything?

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The Immediate and Future Capability of Telepresence in Surgical Operations

Caresyntax

The Key Benefits of Telepresence Improved Surgical Outcomes Dynamic Communication: Telepresence supports seamless, real-time communication between surgeons, the on-site surgical team, and other geographically dispersed healthcare providers or specialists.

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

SpecialtyCare

Team Collaboration Communicating effectively with the surgical team, including surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses. Training often includes coursework in surgical anatomy, patient safety, and advanced perioperative care. Postoperative Care Assisting with the transfer of the patient to the recovery area.

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Sterile Processing Department Workflow: Optimizing Efficiency with SpecialtyCare

SpecialtyCare

At SpecialtyCare, we recognize that optimizing sterile processing department workflow is essential for patient safety, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

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Scrubs to startups: Viral neurosurgeon is breaking barriers, fixing spines, advocating for safer ORs

OR Manager

When Betsy Grunch, MD, FAANS, FACS, FCNS, board-certified neurosurgeon known on Tik Tok and Instagram as @Ladyspinedoc, watched a viral video of a surgeon berating an OR nurse during a livestreamed procedure, she was incredibly bothered by the shameful display.

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ASC adaptability depends on properly structured leadership

OR Manager

The leadership structure for an ambulatory surgery center (ASC) can be confusing for the uninitiated. Structures vary across ASC types, which range from a single physician owner to complex joint ventures More » The post ASC adaptability depends on properly structured leadership appeared first on OR Manager.