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Raising awareness about pancreatic cancer: A message from Dr. William E. Fisher

The Stitch

November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month, dedicated to shedding light on a disease that often goes unnoticed until it’s too late. The post Raising awareness about pancreatic cancer: A message from Dr. William E. Fisher appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Improving ASC Revenue Cycle Workflows: Your Questions Answered

Surgical Information Systems

Expert insights on improving ambulatory surgery center (ASC) revenue cycle workflows, including how to address common issues, and practical tips for audits, insurance verification, and cross-training.

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Japan Develops Next-Generation Drug Design, Healthcare Robotics and Digital Health Platforms

NVIDIA: Healthcare

To provide high-quality medical care to its population — around 30% of whom are 65 or older — Japan is pursuing sovereign AI initiatives supporting nearly every aspect of healthcare. AI tools trained on country-specific data and local compute infrastructure are supercharging the abilities of Japan’s clinicians and researchers so they can care for patients, amid an expected shortage of nearly 500,000 healthcare workers by next year.

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Why a Surgeon’s Surgical Assistant is Essential in the OR

Platinum Meidcal Staffing

In the high-stakes environment of the operating room, a surgeon’s success is rarely a solo achievement. Surgical assistants, RNFAs (Registered Nurse First Assistants), and PAs (Physician Assistants) are critical team members who directly impact the efficiency and safety of every procedure. In fact, these professionals are often considered the surgeon’s most valuable assets.

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Brain stars hold our memories

The Stitch

In this study, researchers at Baylor College of Medicine changed the way we understand memory. The post Brain stars hold our memories appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Pima Medical Institute Celebrates Online Students with First Ever In-Person Graduation Ceremony

Pima Medical Institute

Pima Medical Institute made history October 5, 2024 by hosting the medical career college’s first-ever, in-person graduation ceremony for online graduates. The event marked a weekend of celebration and achievement for the graduates and their families. Held at the Linda Ronstadt Auditorium in Tucson, Arizona, more than 200 graduates proudly walked the stage, receiving their associate , bachelor’s and master’s degrees in the presence of family, friends and Pima Medical faculty and staff.

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Keeping an AI on Diabetes Risk: Gen AI Model Predicts Blood Sugar Levels Four Years Out

NVIDIA: Healthcare

Diabetics — or others monitoring their sugar intake — may look at a cookie and wonder, “How will eating this affect my glucose levels?” A generative AI model can now predict the answer. Researchers from the Weizmann Institute of Science, Tel Aviv-based startup Pheno.AI and NVIDIA led the development of GluFormer , an AI model that can predict an individual’s future glucose levels and other health metrics based on past glucose monitoring data.

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Machine learning assists in predicting risk of stroke

The Stitch

Machine learning could give physicians a means to anticipate complications and implement interventions before assist device implantation. The post Machine learning assists in predicting risk of stroke appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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A Mother’s Battle with Lung Cancer and the Importance of Early Detection

Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeons

This Thanksgiving, 39-year-old Cherith Satterfield has much to be grateful for as she gathers with her family. The wife, mother of five, three grown and two at home, was unexpectedly diagnosed with a rare, aggressive form of lung cancer earlier this year. For Cherith, the journey has been a powerful reminder to take your health seriously.

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Lab Confidential: Japan Research Keeps Healthcare Data Secure

NVIDIA: Healthcare

Established 77 years ago, Mitsui & Co stays vibrant by building businesses and ecosystems with new technologies like generative AI and confidential computing. Digital transformation takes many forms at the Tokyo-based conglomerate with 16 divisions. In one case, it’s an autonomous trucking service, in another it’s a geospatial analysis platform.

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Featured Author Podcast: Safety of FEIBA Administered for Cardiac Surgery

Anesthesiology Journal

Moderator: BobbieJean Sweitzer, M.D. Participants: Anil Panigrahi, M.D., Ph.D.

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Quitting smoking: tips for lung cancer awareness month

The Stitch

Baylor Medicine Lung Institute’s Tobacco Cessation Program offers resources to help make quitting smoking easier. The post Quitting smoking: tips for lung cancer awareness month appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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LEFT-TO-RIGHT CARDIAC SHUNT: PERIOPERATIVE ANESTHETIC CONSIDERATIONS

Anaesthesia News

Throughout the perioperative period, the goals of anesthetic management for left-to-right shunts are to decrease the shunt flow and maintain cardiovascular and respiratory stability to provide adequate tissue perfusion and oxygenation. Effects of Ketamine versus propofol in children with cardiac shunting: the principal hemodynamic effect of propofol is a decrease in systemic vascular resistance (SVR).

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Indonesia Tech Leaders Team With NVIDIA and Partners to Launch Nation’s AI

NVIDIA: Healthcare

Working with NVIDIA and its partners, Indonesia’s technology leaders have launched an initiative to bring sovereign AI to the nation’s more than 277 million Indonesian speakers. The collaboration is grounded in a broad public-private partnership that reflects the nation’s concept of “gotong royong,” a term describing a spirit of mutual assistance and community collaboration.

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December 2024 Editor-in-Chief Podcast

Anesthesiology Journal

Creator: James P. Rathmell, M.D., M.B.A. December 2024, Volume 141, Issue 6 Overview of December issue original studies.

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Adult allergies: Q&A with Dr. David Corry

The Stitch

Dr. David Corry answers a few frequently asked questions about adult allergies and what people should expect to change as they age. The post Adult allergies: Q&A with Dr. David Corry appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Why clinical expertise is the cornerstone to your most profitable business line

OR Manager

During Perioperative Nurses Week this November 10-16, we encourage you to recognize the invaluable contributions of your perioperative nurses and nurse leaders. Their specialized clinical skills and knowledge protect your patients from adverse outcomes–and safeguard one of the most important revenue drivers for your health system. As you know too well, managing highly complex surgical […] The post Why clinical expertise is the cornerstone to your most profitable business line appeared firs

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Overview of Pediatric vs. Adult Anesthesia

Radius Anesthesia

Pediatric anesthesia presents unique challenges and considerations compared to adult anesthesia, requiring specialized knowledge and techniques to ensure safe and effective care. The fundamental differences between pediatric and adult patients stem from their distinct anatomical, physiological, and psychological characteristics, which significantly impact anesthetic management.

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2025 Predictions: AI Finds a Reason to Tap Industry Data Lakes

NVIDIA: Healthcare

Since the advent of the computer age, industries have been so awash in stored data that most of it never gets put to use. This data is estimated to be in the neighborhood of 120 zettabytes — the equivalent of trillions of terabytes, or more than 120x the amount of every grain of sand on every beach around the globe. Now, the world’s industries are putting that untamed data to work by building and customizing large language models (LLMs).

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Healthy Habits: Dr. Eufa Leke enjoys running

The Stitch

Dr. Efua Leke, assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology, shares some of her healthy habits with us. The post Healthy Habits: Dr. Eufa Leke enjoys running appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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De Toekomst van Operatieve Zorgonderwijs: Hoe de HAN en Incision Samenwerken aan Innovatie

Incision

De Uitdagingen van het Operatieve Zorgonderwijs Operatieve zorg is een van de meest veeleisende en gespecialiseerde gebieden binnen de gezondheidszorg. Het opleiden van operatieassistenten en anesthesiemedewerkers is een uitdaging. Studenten moeten niet alleen theoretische kennis opdoen, maar ook praktische vaardigheden ontwikkelen in de vaak hectische en complexe omgeving van een operatiekamer.

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Blast from the past: Best practices for successful implementation of ERAS

OR Manager

Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) represents a transformative approach in modern surgical care, emphasizing evidence-based, multidisciplinary protocols to optimize patient recovery. Spanning decades, ERAS has grown from a novel concept into a global standard for perioperative care, with benefits that include shorter hospital stays, fewer complications, and reduced healthcare costs.

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Why Flexibility Matters: Customizing Your Surgical Career To Fit Your Life

NexGen Surgical

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s increasingly difficult for surgeons to balance the demanding nature of their careers with their personal lives. For many, surgical careers mean long hours, high stress and on-call shifts, leaving little room for family, hobbies or personal growth. That’s why NexGen Surgical offers a flexible approach that empowers surgeons to take […] The post Why Flexibility Matters: Customizing Your Surgical Career To Fit Your Life appeared first on NexGen Surgical.

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Clinical psychologist studies psychedelic drugs to treat PTSD in veterans

The Stitch

Dr. Lynnette Averill studies the effects of psychedelics on PTSD among veterans to improve their symptoms and overall quality of life. The post Clinical psychologist studies psychedelic drugs to treat PTSD in veterans appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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How to Measure Medical Risk Avoidance in Neurosurgery

SpecialtyCare

Intraoperative neuromonitoring (IONM) is designed to reduce the risk of injury and complications during complex surgeries that involve the spinal cord and nervous system. A few of the most common techniques include somatosensory sensory evoked potentials (SSEPs), motor-evoked potentials (MEPs), and spontaneous and triggered electromyography (EMG). Each technique varies in its sensitivity and specificity level when it comes to detecting the possibility of injury, but having more data in real time

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The Growing Need for Bariatric Wheelchair Scales in Hospitals

CME Corp

As the prevalence of obesity continues to rise in the United States, hospitals are facing an urgent need for specialized equipment to better accommodate bariatric patients. One critical area of focus is the demand for large-platform bariatric wheelchair scales. With more patients relying on wheelchairs, transport chairs, and motorized scooters, hospitals must adapt to provide equipment that not only supports higher weight capacities but also enhances safety for patients and reduces physical stra

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Veterans Day Thanks to Those Who Serve

Triage Staffing

Happy Veterans Day to those who served and to those who are currently serving in our military. Since 1926, Veterans Day has been our dedicated reminder to thank and support the men and women who serve/have served in the US Armed Forces. Triage is a proud supporter of our military. In 2022, Triage’s CEO John Maaske received a Patriot Award from the Department of Defense.

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Why comprehensive metrics matter in patient outcome studies  

The Stitch

Patient-centered care and patient outcomes research are becoming increasingly prevalent. With growing internet access, patients can now easily access research that informs clinical decision-making, and The post Why comprehensive metrics matter in patient outcome studies appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Solve Some of the Most Difficult Staffing Shortages You Face with Perfusion Support

SpecialtyCare

Perfusion is a growing industry, with the market currently valued at $5 billion and expected to grow to over $11 billion by 2032 , according to Fortune Business Insights. This is attributed not only to the increase in cardiac conditions and aging populations, but also to the rise in organ transplants and organ salvage techniques, like Normothermic Regional Perfusion (NRP).

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Blog HAN - toekomst zorgonderwijs

Incision

De Toekomst van Operatieve Zorgonderwijs: Hoe de HAN en Incision Samenwerken aan Innovatie De Uitdagingen van het Operatieve Zorgonderwijs Operatieve zorg is een van de meest veeleisende en gespecialiseerde gebieden binnen de gezondheidszorg. Het opleiden van operatieassistenten en anesthesiemedewerkers is een uitdaging. Studenten moeten niet alleen theoretische kennis opdoen, maar ook praktische vaardigheden ontwikkelen in de vaak hectische en complexe omgeving van een operatiekamer.

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Veterans Day Thanks to Those Who Serve

Triage Staffing

Happy Veterans Day to those who served and to those who are currently serving in our military. Since 1926, Veterans Day has been our dedicated reminder to thank and support the men and women who serve/have served in the US Armed Forces. Triage is a proud supporter of our military. In 2022, Triage’s CEO John Maaske received a Patriot Award from the Department of Defense.

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Sterile Processing: Prevent Delays That Back Up Your OR and Cost Revenue

SpecialtyCare

The efficiency of the OR is directly tied to the efficiency of the sterile processing department (SPD). And because the efficiency of the OR can be tied to revenue, the SPD can either be a revenue generator or a serious cost drain for your hospital. A handful of factors that can drag down SPD performance include cleaning or sterilization errors, staff turnover, complex instrumentation, a lack of safety culture, miscommunication, and delays.

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Why Filters Are Important for Autotransfusion

SpecialtyCare

Autotransfusion, or autologous blood transfusion, is the process of salvaging and filtering a patient’s blood and returning it to their body. This process was implemented as early as 1818, but without the ability to fully strain contaminants from the blood, it was not always successful or without serious risks until data and innovation enabled more appropriate procedures for its utilization.

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