Trocar Supplies

JUNE 30, 2025

Selecting the right antiseptic is a critical step in preventing infection during medical procedures. Chlorhexidine and povidone iodine are two of the most widely used options, known commercially as Chloraprep and Betadine. While both are effective, their differences in chemical makeup, antimicrobial properties, and clinical applications can influence which is the better choice in a given setting.

Surgical Site

OR Manager

JUNE 30, 2025

Imagine an innovative, safe, and highly efficient OR not confined by walls but on wheels—crossing rugged terrains, bustling cities, and disaster-stricken areas to deliver life-saving surgical care in More » The post Mobile ORs can change the game, bridge gaps in surgical care appeared first on OR Manager.

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Association of Women Surgeons

JUNE 30, 2025

By Jailyn Avila, MD, FP-AEMUS, RDMS This is a special edition blog post presented in partnership with the Association of Out … Continue reading "What Transition Taught Me About Gender, Power, and Medicine"

OR Manager

JUNE 30, 2025

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.

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Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeons

JUNE 30, 2025

In June we celebrate fathers and the special male figures in our lives. Since June is Men’s Health Month, one of the best ways to show your love and appreciation is to check in with them about their well-being, both physical and mental. According to research from the CDC, men are less likely than women to schedule an annual physical or seek medical help if needed.

OR Manager

JUNE 30, 2025

One of the most sobering moments in the career of anesthesiologist Cornelius Sullivan, MD, occurred not as a caretaker in the OR, but as a patient in the emergency department. Having been knocked out cold by a More » The post Hidden head injury hazards expose cracks in OR safety culture appeared first on OR Manager.

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