SpecialtyCare

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

SpecialtyCare’s approach includes: Rigorous Training Programs : SFAs employed by SpecialtyCare undergo extensive training that covers everything from aseptic techniques and surgical instrumentation to patient safety protocols. This division of labor enhances operating room efficiency and improves patient care.

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Sullivan Healthcare Consulting

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Sterile processing is boring. After all, if something particularly exciting happens in your facility’s sterile processing department (SPD), it’s most likely a sign that things aren’t going well. And when a sterile processing department can do that, they can ensure an elite level of patient safety and satisfaction.

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SpecialtyCare

APRIL 15, 2025

Defining quality in the sterile processing department (SPD) is a challenge for many healthcare organizations and hospitals. Most of the time spent on sterile processing is not about improvement but about fighting turnover and doing damage control when delays or errors occur. So what should be prioritized for the sake of this outcome?

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Platinum Meidcal Staffing

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Operating Room (OR) nurses, also known as perioperative nurses, play an essential role in surgeries. They are responsible for maintaining a sterile environment, assisting surgeons, and ensuring patient safety throughout the surgical process. What Does an OR Nurse Do?

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Jalal Surgical

APRIL 11, 2023

Why Sterilization is essential for surgical instruments Sterilization is crucial for surgical instruments because it helps to prevent the spread of infections and diseases between patients. Several Sterilization methods include autoclaving, ethylene oxide gas sterilization, and radiation sterilization.

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SpecialtyCare

JANUARY 16, 2025

Sterile Processing Solutions Sterile environments are essential for successful organ procurement. SpecialtyCares sterile processing solutions guarantee that all surgical instruments and equipment meet the highest standards of cleanliness and safety.

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SpecialtyCare

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

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). Assisting with patient positioning and sterile draping.

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Concordia Anesthesiology

OCTOBER 12, 2021

[link] Efficient Case Scheduling - Secret to a Well-Run OR Operating room costs can be categorized as fixed or variable. Variable costs are largely driven by caseload and associated labor costs that occur outside of normal operational hours. Shortening the time only leads to added stress, impacting both patient and staff safety.

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Jalal Surgical

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

What is the sterilization Of Surgical Instruments? Sterilization is a process aimed at eliminating or destroying all microbial life forms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and spores. Various method s are employed for Sterilization , depending on the nature of the items or surfaces being treated.

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Incision

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Welcome back to our series on the inner workings of the Sterile Processing Department (SPD). In our previous article, "Sterile Processing and the Operating Room: Why Patient Safety Can't Be Rushed", we emphasized the importance of embracing the 4.5-hour Sterilization is the standard to ensure a patient’s safety.

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Sullivan Healthcare Consulting

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Luke’s Health System, Robert Eisenberg, RN, MBA, CASC, Senior Vice President, ASC Practice Leader, Sullivan Healthcare Consulting, Nicole Brown, Chief Operating Officer Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, St. Luke’s wanted the surgery center to run with the operational mentality of an ambulatory surgery center (ASC). Luke’s COSM.

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DFW Anesthesia Professionals

JANUARY 8, 2024

Many factors affect the operating room (OR) and surgery success, ranging from patient-related factors to resource-related factors to even clinician-related factors. In the operating room (OR), teamwork is crucial for ensuring patient safety. Assessment of Stress and Teamwork in the Operating Room: An Exploratory Study.”

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MEDITEK

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Our surgical equipment experts are knowledgeable about the needs of ORs and can help create a harmonious flow in the operating room. The operating room ceiling system is one of the most important (and expensive) pieces of real estate in your facility.

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The Circulating Life

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Since we’re celebrating this week, here are 12 reasons why I love working in the operating room. 1 – Scrub Caps Scrub caps serve a valid purpose in the operating room, for sure. 5 – Scrubbing I wasn’t taught to scrub when I started in the operating room. But they’re also SO convenient!

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Platinum Meidcal Staffing

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

While the surgeon performs the critical task of removing the damaged portion of the disc, surgical assistants (RNFA, PA, CSA) play an equally important role in ensuring the operation runs smoothly. They ensure that the operating room is properly prepared, setting up sterilized instruments and positioning the patient.

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BFW Inc.

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Healthcare organizations may be deterred from using surgical cameras in the operating room for numerous reasons, including high equipment costs, potential workflow disruption, and patient privacy concerns. However, the impact surgical videos have on clinical performance, patient outcomes, and efficiency are invaluable.

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MEDITEK

JANUARY 26, 2022

With so many options for premium operating tables, you may find it challenging to select a surgical table for your hospital. However, the operating tables market is growing and will reach US $1,043.41 With this forecasted growth rate, you need to know how to quickly find the best surgical tables for your operating room (OR).

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Trocar Supplies

AUGUST 21, 2023

Used by various professionals, autoclaves play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of both patients and practitioners. When it comes to surgical procedures, dental treatments, laboratory experiments, hormone pellet therapy, or the artistry of tattoos, cleanliness, and sterility are of paramount importance.

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Platinum Meidcal Staffing

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Their role is crucial for ensuring a smooth operation, but what exactly do they do, and why are they so essential in cardiovascular surgeries? Some of their main tasks include: Preparing the Operating Room : Surgical assistants ensure all equipment is sterile and ready. They position the patient for optimal access to the heart.

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The Circulating Life

OCTOBER 10, 2022

I’m frustrated with the sterile processing department (SPD). Priorities Surgery requires sterile instruments. But when you look at what gets priority within the department, is it the surgery itself, or is it what we need to make that operation a success? Without surgery and sterile procedures, SPD is unnecessary.

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Jalal Surgical

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Sterile Environment: The surgery is conducted in a sterile environment to reduce the risk of infections. Risk of Infection: The home environment is not sterile, increasing the risk of infection during and after the procedure. Pain and Discomfort: Without proper anesthesia, the procedure is likely to be extremely painful.

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Platinum Meidcal Staffing

AUGUST 29, 2024

In the highly specialized field of plastic surgery, having a reliable and skilled team is essential to delivering top-notch results and ensuring patient safety. Their responsibilities include: Preoperative Preparation: Ensuring the operating room is ready, sterilizing instruments, and preparing patients for surgery.

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SpecialtyCare

OCTOBER 12, 2024

You’ll play a role in life-saving surgeries, crucial monitoring during operations, and other tasks that ensure better health outcomes for patients nationwide. This role involves advanced technology and direct involvement in the operating room, providing vital support during complex procedures.

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OpFlow

DECEMBER 9, 2021

Many of those articles, as well as other editorials, have described the implications of the problem, not the least of which are the financial, but also effects on personnel, processing quality and patient safety. Utilize actual instrument usage data collected at the point-of-care (i.e.,

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Platinum Meidcal Staffing

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Traverse rectus abdominal muscle, flap (TRAM Flap), commonly used in breast reconstruction procedures, are intricate surgeries that demand precision and teamwork; for plastic surgeons performing these complex operations, having a skilled surgical assistant can significantly enhance the procedure’s success and efficiency.

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Platinum Meidcal Staffing

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Trans abdominal flaps, commonly used in breast reconstruction procedures, are intricate surgeries that demand precision and teamwork, for plastic surgeons performing these complex operations, having a skilled surgical assistant can significantly enhance the procedure’s success and efficiency.

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Jalal Surgical

DECEMBER 17, 2022

They have a locking mechanism on the top of the forceps to keep them in place while being used for operations. The safety handle has a protective sheath and is intended to be used with a normal blade to reduce the risk to the surgeon and assistant when passing instruments. Artery forceps can limit blood vessel hemorrhage.

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BFW Inc.

JUNE 17, 2021

Operating room inventory and equipment account for nearly 60% of total hospital costs alone. COVID-19 puts additional strain on hospital resources, due to the increased focus on sterilization and overcapacity of ICUs – improving hospital efficiency is a critical focus in response to these issues.

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Elmed

JANUARY 11, 2022

Over the past year there has been a lot of increased emphasis and attention placed on pre-cleaning surgical instruments at the point of use prior to transport to sterile reprocessing. This new, increased emphasis on pre-cleaning is important to you, your facility and most importantly, to your patients and their safety. Section 7.3

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BFW Inc.

AUGUST 11, 2021

So it should come as no surprise that — in a study of surgeons in low-resource settings — an incredible 80% reported that the quality of their surgical lights represents a patient safety risk. High operating room administration costs due to surgery cancellations and lengthy block times. Increased malpractice claims.

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Symmetry Surgical

JULY 4, 2016

Cushing with the use of electrosurgery to remove the mass with very little bleeding, and the operation was a resounding success. 86 years have passed since that initial use of electrosurgery, and it has has become a mainstay in operating rooms, with over 80% of all surgeries involving the practice. Bovie assisted Dr. Harvey W.

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BFW Inc.

MAY 17, 2023

1 In medical facilities, ensuring the disinfection of ‘superbugs’ like MRSA, C diff, and VRE is vital to the safety of patients and staff alike. In a recent article published by Healthcare Purchasing News, the need for quick turnover of patient and operating rooms requires a thorough and rapid method to disinfect these spaces.

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Sullivan Healthcare Consulting

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

You’ll see and understand what is ‘under the hood’ from clinical, financial, operational and regulatory perspectives,” shares Eisenberg. High stipends can erode profit margins, while a balanced agreement can enhance financial and operational efficiency. Do Teams Collaborate and Achieve Quality Outcomes?

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Sullivan Healthcare Consulting

JANUARY 25, 2024

At the end of the day, establishing a successful and sustainable ASC isn’t just about hiring the right people, but assuring that your staff composition aligns with the facility’s operational dynamics and patient needs. As you work toward establishing your facility, consult with experts in ASC management.

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SpecialtyCare

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Many studies have shown that error tracking and a safety culture of reporting can significantly reduce the number of incidents coming out of the SPD. One particular study in BMJ Quality and Safety showed that SPD errors were affecting 5% of surgical cases , and once the root causes were identified, significant improvements were made.

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The Anesthesia Consultant

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

The scrubs are enclosed in a device not dissimilar to a soda machine, and you need your ID to operate it. Because anesthesiologists do not scrub in a sterile fashion, it’s OK to wear your watch and ring., Empty Operating Room 0655 hours—You don a bouffant hat and a facemask, and enter your operating room.

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Trocar Supplies

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

A reusable trocar might be used hundreds or even thousands of times, with sterilization after every use and periodic sharpening following your clinic protocols. A disposable trocar is, by definition, used just once. We strictly adhere to FDA and GMP guidelines. Cost We offer discounts for volume sales.

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