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

SpecialtyCare

The CSFA is not just a passive participant in the operating room; they are an active collaborator who anticipates the surgeons needs, manages surgical instruments, and assists with critical tasks such as suturing, tissue manipulation, and hemostasis (control of bleeding). Handling and passing surgical instruments to the surgeon.

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The Essential Role of Hospital Surgical Support in Modern Healthcare

SpecialtyCare

In this article, we’ll explore the key components of hospital surgical support, the benefits of outsourcing these services, and how SpecialtyCare is leading the industry in providing high-quality surgical support solutions. What Is Hospital Surgical Support? Surgical First Assistants Who Are Surgical First Assistants?

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How Surgical Assistants, RNFAs and PAs Aid in Treating Traumatic Fractures

Platinum Meidcal Staffing

When it comes to treating traumatic fractures, the importance of a skilled surgical team cannot be overstated. Surgical assistants, Registered Nurse First Assistants (RNFAs), and physician assistants (PAs) play a critical role in ensuring that these procedures go smoothly, efficiently, and successfully.

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EXTUBATION IS RISKY BUSINESS. WHY THE CONCLUSION OF GENERAL ANESTHESIA CAN BE A CRITICAL EVENT

The Anesthesia Consultant

The patient is going to rip their sutures out or have bleeding from the surgical site.” Will your anesthesia professional be a physician anesthesiologist, a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), or an anesthesia care team made up of both? An onlooking surgeon will at times say, “can you take the tube out now?

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6 best things to Look for before you hire a Surgical First Assistant—And How SpecialtyCare Can Provide them

SpecialtyCare

Strong Communication and Teamwork Skills Surgery is a team effort , and as such OR’s should try to hire a Surgical First Assistant that is an effective communicator and works seamlessly with the surgeon, nurses, anesthesiologists, and other OR personnel. What Makes a Strong SFA in the OR?

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Everything You Need to Know About Surgical Physician Assistants

SpecialtyCare

Intraoperative Assistance During surgery, Surgical Physician Assistants are active participants in the operating room, helping to: Provide exposure to the surgical site. Handle instruments and assist with suturing, cauterization, and other techniques. Perform minor surgical procedures under the surgeon’s guidance.