Surgical Techie

JUNE 18, 2023

The Richardson retractor is a surgical instrument used in various surgical procedures, including gynecological, urological, and abdominal surgeries. It is designed to hold back soft tissues and provide a clear view of the surgical site.

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Platinum Meidcal Staffing

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Physician Assistants (PAs) complement this role by preparing the patient, aiding in the procedure, and ensuring smooth postoperative care. They handle specialized Arthrex equipment, optimize the operative field, and ensure the surgeons focus remains on the procedure. Lets make every procedure a success.

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Platinum Meidcal Staffing

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

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. This level of coordination is not only practical; it also significantly reduces the time spent on each procedure.

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SpecialtyCare

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

A Surgical First Assistant (SFA) is a vital member of the surgical team, working closely with surgeons to ensure the success of surgical procedures. Postoperative Care : After the procedure, SFAs apply dressings to surgical wounds, assist in transferring patients to recovery areas, and monitor for immediate postoperative complications.

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SpecialtyCare

JUNE 28, 2025

The complexity of modern surgical procedures, combined with increasingly sophisticated instrumentation, makes following SPD best practices more critical than ever. Healthcare facilities that consistently apply these standards see measurable improvements in infection rates, instrument longevity, and overall surgical program success.

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The CRNA Chase

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Cosmetic Procedures Coverage: Protects you if you offer non-surgical aesthetic treatments such as Botox, laser hair removal, or dermal fillers. Our goal is to ensure that you’re fully protected, whether you’re working in a hospital, clinic, or even operating a side business in cosmetic procedures.

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SpecialtyCare

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

This evolution has led to a growing demand for skilled professionals specializing in minimally invasive surgical support, ensuring these advanced procedures are conducted safely and efficiently. Inventory Management: Managing surgical instruments and supplies to ensure availability and proper functioning during procedures.

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DFW Anesthesia Professionals

JUNE 5, 2025

This phenomenon is particularly relevant in the context of epidural and peripheral nerve block procedures, where catheter stability is essential for consistent analgesia. Catheter migration is a well-recognized complication in regional anesthesia that can compromise both the safety and effectiveness of pain management.

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Platinum Meidcal Staffing

JANUARY 9, 2025

Surgeons working in office suites or surgical centers rely heavily on their surgical assistants, RNFAs (Registered Nurse First Assistants), and PAs (Physician Assistants) to streamline procedures, save time, and reduce costs. Improved case turnover rates : Faster procedures mean more surgeries in a day, increasing revenue.

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SpecialtyCare

JULY 6, 2025

Cost Efficiency: Extending the lifespan of instruments avoids costly replacements and delays in surgical procedures. Best Practices in Sterile Processing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Clear, documented protocols tailored to hospital devices and workflows. Develop Action Plans: Define goals, required investments, and timelines.

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SpecialtyCare

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

By focusing on quality, efficiency, and innovation, SpecialtyCare ensures that SFAs are empowered to deliver top-tier assistance, directly impacting patient outcomes and the success of surgical procedures. This division of labor enhances operating room efficiency and improves patient care.

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SpecialtyCare

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

A Cardiothoracic Surgical First Assistant is a specialized surgical professional who provides direct assistance to the surgeon during cardiothoracic procedures. Their contributions are vital to the success of complex procedures like coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), valve repair or replacement, lung resections, and heart transplants.

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Radius Anesthesia

JULY 7, 2025

emphasized that spinal anesthesia should be delayed until adequate analgesia is ensured, preferably using regional blocks, to avoid sudden patient movements that can jeopardize both the spinal procedure and fracture stability (4). A study by Sia et al.

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Sullivan Healthcare Consulting

JUNE 18, 2025

Getting Started Avoiding case delays starts with tracking the major causes and using AI to proactively identify patients and procedures with a high probability of not starting on time. Key delay factors include: Procedure Complexity – Robotic, spine, and neuro cases frequently experience delays.

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Cardiac and General Anesthesiology

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

If this procedure is surgically inconvenient, the slush may be omitted. Depending on the procedure, a left ventricular vent (introduced through a right pulmonary vein), suction through an aortic root catheter, or simple needle aspiration across the ventricular septum may be used. Reinfusion lasts 30 to 60 seconds.

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Cardiac and General Anesthesiology

APRIL 4, 2023

Anesthesiologists play a critical role in patient care, ensuring that patients undergoing surgery or other medical procedures are safe and comfortable. As an anesthesiologist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that patients undergoing surgery or other medical procedures are safe and comfortable.

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Cardiac and General Anesthesiology

APRIL 4, 2023

Anesthesiology is a branch of medicine that focuses on pain relief and sedation for patients undergoing medical procedures. Making a difference: As an anesthesiologist, you will play a critical role in the success of medical procedures. As an anesthesiologist, you can enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career.

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Goldfinch Health

JULY 9, 2025

Currently, Spartanburg Regional has ERAS programs for the following surgical procedures: colorectal, orthopedic (shoulder, hip, knee, ankle and foot), spine, gynecology, cesarean, heart and lung surgeries.” million in length of stay reduction over the last five years while reducing 30-day readmissions and complications.

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USMD Health System

JUNE 17, 2025

One of the most advanced systems in use today is the Mazor X Stealth Edition™ robotic guidance platform, a cutting-edge tool that allows surgeons to plan and perform spine procedures with extraordinary precision. During the procedure itself, a robotic arm assists me as I’m guiding the placement of surgical instruments and implants.

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SpecialtyCare

MARCH 15, 2025

Hospital surgical support encompasses a wide range of specialized services designed to assist surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses in performing successful surgical procedures. SpecialtyCare employs highly trained surgical neurophysiologists to monitor nerve activity during procedures. What Is Hospital Surgical Support?

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SurgicalPerformance

JANUARY 10, 2023

How many procedures you have done. The beginning of a new year can also be the symbolic start of new beginnings in other areas. As surgeons we are heavily invested in our professional development. So, why not identify a new year resolution that is related to improving outcomes for our patients?

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LiveData

OCTOBER 16, 2023

As surgical procedures become more complex with new tools and technology, surgeons and perioperative staff are increasingly expected to manage complicated workflows and larger workloads. Read the rest of this post in Chief Healthcare Executive.

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SurgicalPerformance

JUNE 27, 2024

Such delayed diagnoses cause major problems, often requiring several subsequent procedures to fix them. These injuries come to light sometimes up to 10 days post-surgery, many days after the patient has been discharged. I was once involved in a case where the patient… Source

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SurgicalPerformance

JUNE 27, 2024

Such delayed diagnoses cause major problems, often requiring several subsequent procedures to fix them. These injuries come to light sometimes up to 10 days post-surgery, many days after the patient has been discharged. I was once involved in a case where the patient… Source

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Surgical Techie

JULY 1, 2023

A tourniquet machine is a medical device used to apply and control the pressure of a tourniquet during surgical procedures. It is an advanced technology designed to provide accurate and consistent pressure, minimizing the risk of complications such as nerve damage or tissue necrosis.

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Surgical Techie

MARCH 19, 2024

Subcutaneous injections are a common medical procedure used to administer medications into the layer of tissue just beneath the skin. While seemingly straightforward, mastering the technique is crucial for healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care and comfort.

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SurgicalPerformance

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

We know what procedure is required and how to do it. It’s our job, our responsibility. We know about our patients, their age, general medical health, past surgical and medical history. Not knowing anyone of those things puts the patient and you at risk. If you are in a workplace where knowing… Source

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Cardiac and General Anesthesiology

APRIL 6, 2024

The goal of this procedure is to achieve total revascularization while avoiding CPB. There is not much enthusiasm for this approach, and less than 20% of CABGs are thought to be off-pump procedures. "Off-pump" coronary bypass bypass surgery (OPCAB) was developed in response to concerns regarding the potential side effects of CPB.

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Amanda Xi

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Today’s inane image of the day : Click on the image above (or link below) to watch the video! link] In a previous post/YouTube video , I discuss why I stayed in academic medicine. But with anything in life, where there are benefits, there are downsides. peer-reviewed publications, research activities, giving presentations, etc].

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USMD Health System

JUNE 26, 2025

But when it’s needed, the skilled spine surgeons on the medical staff at USMD Hospital at Arlington perform these procedures using the latest surgical techniques. What is a Discectomy/Microdiscectomy? A discectomy is a surgical procedure in which a portion of a spinal disc that is compressing a nerve root or the spinal cord is removed.

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Picis

JUNE 19, 2025

For example, inefficient scheduling practices can result in underutilized OR time, while poor inventory management can lead to delays in obtaining necessary supplies for procedures. Enter OR Manager – a comprehensive solution designed to enhance productivity and streamline operations in OR settings.

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Ed Mariano

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

Today’s RAAPM fellowship curriculum trains anesthesiology residency graduates over the course of one year to become leaders with the knowledge and skills to perform a wide range of advanced procedures and manage acute pain services in any practice setting. We weren’t using ultrasound yet, and catheters were still experimental.

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SpecialtyCare

JUNE 19, 2024

Our cardiac services team participates in more than 75,000 heart procedures annually. We capture patient care metrics and outcomes for every cardiac surgery and procedure we support, maintaining one of the largest databases capturing shareable procedural data in the country.

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CME Corp

MAY 7, 2024

With this in mind, ASCs are looking to increase the number of high acuity, high reimbursement procedures - like cardiac and orthopedic - to their centers. Adding to the growth potential, Center’s for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has unexpectedly started expanding the ASC-covered procedures list.

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Cardiac and General Anesthesiology

APRIL 9, 2023

Thrombolysis is a medical procedure that involves the use of medication to dissolve blood clots that have formed inside blood vessels. A contraindication is a medical reason why a particular treatment or procedure should not be used. A contraindication is a medical reason why a particular treatment or procedure should not be used.

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SpecialtyCare

JUNE 13, 2025

The complexity of modern surgical procedures and the increasing volume of cases performed daily make it crucial for healthcare facilities to have a well-designed sterile processing department workflow.

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Somnia

JULY 7, 2025

She undergoes an “uncomplicated procedure” and is discharged home. Recognition and management of modifiable medical conditions and lifestyle factors before surgery has been shown to reduce complications, lengths of stay, readmissions, and the overall costs of care stemming from the surgical procedures.

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