October, 2024

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Exciting New Partnership with MemberDeals: Exclusive Savings for SFNA Members!

The CRNA Chase

At the Society of Future Nurse Anesthetists (SFNA) , we are committed to enhancing the professional journey of aspiring nurse anesthetists by providing valuable resources, mentorship, and opportunities for growth. We are excited to announce our latest partnership with MemberDeals, a leading provider of exclusive savings on entertainment, travel, and experiences.

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HISTORY OF ANAESTHESIA

Anaesthesia News

There is an assumption that anaesthesia started in the 1840s when nitrous oxide and ether were administered in a few affluent countries for the first time. Japanese historians have shown that a very effective herbal based oral anaesthetic agent was perfected some 40 years before this by Seishu Hanoaka. But even this is not the start of anaesthesia. While the use of opium poppy and other herbal remedies as anesthetics date back to early civilization.

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We Must Do Better

Neurosurgery

Nelson “Nick” Hopkins , III, MD, FAANS(L) is revered as the father of endovascular neurosurgery. In addition to his many accolades and leadership positions in neurosurgery, he was a SUNY Distinguished Professor of Neurosurgery and Chair at the University at Buffalo (UB) from 1989 to 2013. Best venerated for his pioneering achievements in the field of endovascular neurosurgery, he innovated catheter-based minimally invasive treatment of vascular diseases in the brain and spine.

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Dealing with negative feedback/criticism: 4 tips & sharing personal experience

Amanda Xi

Today’s inane image of the day: We receive feedback in numerous areas of our life. When training to become a physician, there are a lot of different timepoints where structured feedback is given. Sometimes that feedback is negative or critical. It never feels good to be the recipient of this type of feedback, but it is inevitable… none of us are perfect.

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Battling breast cancer while caring for patients

The Stitch

Nurse practitioner Line Hinojosa not only faces her own health battle but continues to care for patients, all while being a devoted mother. The post Battling breast cancer while caring for patients appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Sustainability, and Beyond…Another Case for the Resurgence of Private Practices

Association of Women Surgeons

By… Erin King-Mullins, MD Sustainability has become a critical concern across all sectors, and the healthcare industry is no exception.

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Start Your CRNA Journey With Exclusive Insurance Savings for New Grads!

The CRNA Chase

Finally becoming a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) comes with a lot of excitement—and responsibility. Whether you’re fresh out of school or in the early stages of your CRNA career, having the right protection is crucial. That’s why we’re excited to announce the Society of Future Nurse Anesthetists’ new partnership with NSO , offering a special New Graduate Discount on professional liability insurance.

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Pima Medical Institute Celebrates Veterinary Technician Week

Pima Medical Institute

It’s Veterinary Technician Week and this year’s theme is “Credentialed Veterinary Technicians Change Lives.” This theme highlights the significant impact that credentialed veterinary technicians have on the lives of their patients, clients, colleagues and the community. Pima Medical Institute offers a veterinary assistant certificate program and veterinary technician associate degree at several campus locations.

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Rural Hospital Closures

DFW Anesthesia Professionals

Rural hospital closures in the United States have become an increasingly concerning trend in recent years, with significant implications for healthcare access and quality in affected communities. Since 2010, over 130 rural hospitals have shut their doors, with a record 19 closures occurring in 2020 alone. Texas has been hit particularly hard by closures.

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What fear can do to the body

The Stitch

Dr. Asim Shah explains why our bodies react to fear with sensations of chills, goosebumps and partial-paralysis. The post What fear can do to the body appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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SPIRO ROBOTICS: THE FUTURE OF DIFFICULT INTUBATION MANAGEMENT

The Anesthesia Consultant

I’ve seen the future of difficult intubation management, and I’ve held that future in my hands. The Spiro Robotics device—a combination video laryngoscope and fiberoptic endoscope in one unit—is a marked advance in anesthesiology, as well as a harbinger of how Artificial Intelligence can one day make difficult endotracheal intubation easier for all clinicians.

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Manual vs. End-Tidal Inhalational Anesthesia

Radius Anesthesia

The delivery of anesthesia during surgical procedures can be managed by manual control or automated end-tidal control, each of which has distinct advantages and disadvantages. Manual control of anesthesia involves the anesthesiologist directly adjusting the delivery of anesthetic gases based on the patient’s physiologic state as measured by ongoing assessment.

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US Healthcare System Deploys AI Agents, From Research to Rounds

NVIDIA: Healthcare

The U.S. healthcare system is adopting digital health agents to harness AI across the board, from research laboratories to clinical settings. The latest AI-accelerated tools — on display at the NVIDIA AI Summit taking place this week in Washington, D.C. — include NVIDIA NIM , a collection of cloud-native microservices that support AI model deployment and execution, and NVIDIA NIM Agent Blueprints , a catalog of pretrained, customizable workflows.

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How NexGen Surgical Redefines Clinical Autonomy With Robust Support

NexGen Surgical

Surgeons today wear many different hats. They are responsible for life-saving surgical treatments and, in many cases, much of the administrative work that goes into running a successful surgical practice. For many, less time in the operating room and more time spent handling paperwork and taking on managerial duties lead to declining career satisfaction.

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Comprehensive Guide to Spot Monitors: What You Need to Know

CME Corp

Spot monitors, also known as vital signs monitors, play a critical role in recording and tracking key health parameters such as blood pressure, pulse rate, temperature, and oxygen saturation.

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Avoiding thyroid removal: the benefits of RFA for thyroid cancer patients

The Stitch

Thyroid cancer survivor Ashley Freeman suggests patients advocate for themselves to find the treatment that works for them. The post Avoiding thyroid removal: the benefits of RFA for thyroid cancer patients appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Inspired by the Care Her Family Received, Jenny Valora Espinoza Aims to Help Others

Nebraska Methodist College

Nebraska Methodist College imaging sciences student Jenny Valora Espinoza was inspired to pursue healthcare by the care her family received.

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8 Key Steps to Strengthen ASC Cybersecurity

Surgical Information Systems

Eight actions to take to foster an environment that supports ASC cybersecurity culture and lessens the likelihood of being targeted by malicious individuals.

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Healthcare Leaders Across India Bring NVIDIA NIM for Hindi Language to LLM Applications

NVIDIA: Healthcare

Life sciences and healthcare organizations across India are using generative AI to build applications that can deliver life-saving impacts — within the country and across the globe. Among such leading organizations are research centers at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) and the Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology Delhi (IIIT-Delhi), intelligent life sciences company Innoplexus and AI-led medical diagnostics platform provider 5C Network.

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Strangers in a Familiar Land: Allyship and The Role of International Medical Graduates in Academic Surgery

AAS

Authors: Arnav Mahajan1, Prerna Ladha1 1 MetroHealth Medical Center As an international medical graduate (IMG) arriving in the United States, I find myself at the intersection of immense opportunity and profound responsibility. My journey to the United States isn’t just a personal milestone – it is a plunge into a crucible where the practice of […] The post Strangers in a Familiar Land: Allyship and The Role of International Medical Graduates in Academic Surgery appeared first on Associati

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Millwork Vs Modular Casework: 10 Reasons to Go Modular

CME Corp

The healthcare environment is constantly evolving, requiring facilities to adapt swiftly to new technologies, treatment methods, and patient needs. One area often overlooked in the evolution process is the casework—the cabinets, counters, and storage systems integral to medical environments. Converting to modular casework can offer significant benefits in terms of efficiency, cost savings, and adaptability.

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Uroflo device recognized for potential urological care

The Stitch

Baylor-Texas Children’s Hospital sponsored team takes top honors in national competition with innovative urologic medical device. The post Uroflo device recognized for potential urological care appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Easing Patient Fears of Radiation Treatment, Via Virtual Reality

Penn Medicine

The radiation process is filled with unknowns. Imagine if, before the first dose, a patient could get a private tour behind the scenes. That’s now possible in virtual reality.

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SIS Introduces OAS CAHPS Survey Offering

Surgical Information Systems

SIS launches SIS Surveys for ASCs and HOPDs, ensuring compliance with mandatory OAS CAHPS surveys and improving patient care through Nexus Health integration.

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Let it go!

Association of Women Surgeons

By: Dr. Shruti Venkitachalam, Head and Neck Surgeon, Chennai, India It was an early morning surgery. I was the second … Continue reading "Let it go!

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Breaking Down Language Barriers in Medicine

AAS

Working in a diverse hospital system, I often encounter patients with low English proficiency (LEP). I find that many of us are ill-equipped to handle the unique challenges of caring for this population, and I frequently observe differences in healthcare delivery to LEP patients. With almost 1 in 5 people in the U.S. speaking a […] The post Breaking Down Language Barriers in Medicine appeared first on Association for Academic Surgery (AAS).

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Can Medical Equipment Help with Healthcare Data Security

CME Corp

The short answer is YES, medical equipment does have a role in helping to ensure data security and privacy in healthcare. Today, more than ever data security and privacy are critical concerns, as sensitive patient information is frequently transmitted, stored, and analyzed through digital means. While much of the focus in securing healthcare data is on software solutions, medical equipment also plays a pivotal role.

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Congratulations, Dr. Maria E. Bottazzi and Dr. Teresa A. Davis, Baylor’s newly elected members to the National Academy of Medicine!

The Stitch

Election to the National Academy of Medicine is considered one of the highest honors that recognizes individuals for their outstanding professional achievement and commitment to service in health and medicine. The post Congratulations, Dr. Maria E. Bottazzi and Dr. Teresa A. Davis, Baylor’s newly elected members to the National Academy of Medicine! appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Penn Medicine cheers staff who give back to communities in need

Penn Medicine

At an emotional event, recipients of Penn Medicine CAREs grants from the past year gathered and learned of a new boost to the program.

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SIS Wins 2024 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Awards

Surgical Information Systems

The Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award recognition for Surgical Information Systems recognizes Employee Appreciation, Employee Well-Being, and Professional Development

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Celebrating Our Team: Alex Godwin for CIM Week

SpecialtyCare

In honor of CIM Week, we’re excited to share the story of one of our dedicated associates at SpecialtyCare, Alex Godwin, who has been making a significant impact at TriStar Centennial Medical Center. Table of Contents Meet Alex A Passion for the OR A Journey of Growth Team Spirit and City Pride Rewarding Moments Encouragement for Future Colleagues Join Us in Celebrating Meet Alex As an Operating Room Specialist Manager (OSM), Alex has been with SpecialtyCare for nearly five years.

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Achieving Flow: Mastering Attention in Surgical Training and Beyond

AAS

Like so many, I enjoy listening to Podcasts. My go-tos are Freakonomics, Radiolab, This American Life, and Planet Money. As a big fan of the latter, I even own the Planet Money coffee mug and t-shirt with a cute squirrel holding a martini tee shirt and coffee mug – a reference to John Maynard Keynes’ […] The post Achieving Flow: Mastering Attention in Surgical Training and Beyond appeared first on Association for Academic Surgery (AAS).

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Exam Table Features That Give Patient Satisfaction a Boost

CME Corp

In today’s healthcare environment, patient satisfaction is more important than ever. Patients expect high-quality care, but they also desire comfort, convenience, and a sense of safety when they visit their doctor’s office or hospital. One obvious contributor to patient satisfaction is the medical equipment used during their visit, particularly medical exam tables.

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Reviving immune responsiveness after tuberculosis

The Stitch

The findings could reduce the illness and mortality that is observed after TB has been successfully treated. The post Reviving immune responsiveness after tuberculosis appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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A year after the Nobel Prize, Penn’s mRNA research is revving up

Penn Medicine

One year after Nobel Prize recognition of mRNA vaccines, new research at Penn shows how medicine is changing rapidly as a result of the discovery.

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Learn About the Importance of Bladder Health

USMD Health System

Improve bladder control and address urinary incontinence with pelvic floor therapy and other state-of-the-art treatments. Contact a professional now.

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Celebrating Our Team: Trey Johnson for CIM Week

SpecialtyCare

In honor of CIM Week, we’re thrilled to highlight the journey of Trey Johnson, an Area Manager at SpecialtyCare who has made significant contributions over his 11 years with the company. Table of Contents Meet Trey A Journey to Leadership Embracing Challenges and Growth A Day in the Life Celebrating Team Diversity Love for His Community The Rewards of Service Lifelong Learning An Invitation to Join Looking Back Join Us in Celebrating Meet trey A Journey to Leadership Trey stepped into his curren