The Circulating Life

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Happy Sterile Processing Week ! This week is dedicated to all of the hardworking sterile processing professionals tirelessly working to ensure that every surgical instrument is safe and ready for use. So I want to encourage all of you this week: Thank your Sterile Processing Team. Every procedure. Every Time.

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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

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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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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OpFlow

APRIL 28, 2021

Link to Abstract Background Optimizing surgical trays to improve operating room efficiency and reduce costs in instrument processing is an under-appreciated strategy for cost containment. This study aimed to assess the economic impact of instrument tray optimization in total joint arthroplasty.

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Jalal Surgical

DECEMBER 9, 2023

cm Williger mallet 30 mm head / 14oz x 24 cm Markham Meyerding Retractor Markham Meyerding Retractors hold a pivotal role in the field of spinal surgery , serving as crucial instruments for facilitating optimal exposure and access to the spinal column during surgical procedures. cm Caspar dura hook 24.5

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Incision

OCTOBER 3, 2023

A Partnership for Patient Care The Operating Room (OR) and the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) are two pillars that hold up the complex structure of frontline surgical care. Why Empathy Matters Imagine calling a Sterile Processing Technician a "dishwasher."

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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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OpFlow

JULY 22, 2021

Submitted to Operations Research manuscript OPRE-2021-06-370 Vinayak Deshpande, PhD Nishanth Mundru, PhD Sandeep Rath, PhD Martyn Knowles, MD, MBA, FACS Benjamin C. Wood, MD, MBA, FACS ABSTRACT Surgical procedures account for over 60% of the operating cost of a hospital.

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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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Pima Medical Institute

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Surgical Technicians : Surgical technicians, on the other hand, typically undergo a shorter educational program focused on basic skills required to assist in surgeries. Responsibilities in the Operating Room Surgical Technologists : Surgical technologists have a comprehensive role.

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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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Platinum Meidcal Staffing

JULY 31, 2024

Our roster includes: Surgical Assistants : Skilled in supporting surgical procedures and ensuring operational efficiency. Nurses : Highly trained to deliver exceptional patient care in a surgical setting. Surgical Techs : Experts in assisting with surgeries and maintaining sterile environments.

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Trocar Supplies

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

State of the art surgical instrument materials include surgical grade stainless steel, resin, titanium, tungsten, and carbon steel. Surgical Grade Stainless Steel Stainless steel manufactured in a surgical grade was the material of choice for surgical instruments for decades.

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OpFlow

JANUARY 26, 2021

Wood, MD, MBA ABSTRACT: Introduction Surgical procedures account for 50% of hospital revenue and approximately 60% of operating costs. On average, less than 20% of surgical instruments are used during a case, and the expense for re-sterilization and assembly of instrument trays ranges from $0.51-3.01

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Trocar Supplies

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Instead of counting out supplies and running an autoclave machine for hours to get everything sterile and ready for use, you can just peel open the top of a disposable tray and all the tools you need are right there. Pre-prepared surgical trays also benefit procedures in a number of ways, such as: Time savings. Cost savings.

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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. Here are some of the career paths available: Surgical Neurophysiology : As a Surgical Neurophysiologist, you’ll work with surgical teams to monitor the nervous system during surgeries.

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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. A recent post on the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) members’ discussion board from an O.R. Section 7.3

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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. Dissecting forceps can be used to manage tissue and other materials and manipulate needles and other instruments when performing. It can be applied to the thyroid, gallbladder, or intestinal operations.

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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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Jalal Surgical

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Anesthesia: Surgical circumcision is typically performed under local or general anesthesia to minimize pain and discomfort during the procedure. Sterile Environment: The surgery is conducted in a sterile environment to reduce the risk of infections.

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Trocar Supplies

MAY 6, 2022

A trocar is an extraordinarily useful surgical instrument. Surgeons have been using trocars for generations to minimize the trauma of surgical procedures and reduce the need for anesthesia, and to help patients recover faster. mm stainless steel bevel tip , which is autoclaved for sterilization between uses.

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EARN Cares

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Operating Room, Perioperative or Surgical Services Resume Example Operating Room Registered Nurses (OR RNs) can be named by various nursing job titles including surgical services registered nurses and/or perioperative registered nurses. View surgical services/operating room RN Sample Resume 8.

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Trocar Supplies

MAY 3, 2023

The importance of preventing cross-contamination through disinfecting and cleaning surgical instruments made headlines in 2019. At the Virginia Mason Center in Seattle and the David Geffen Medical Center in Los Angeles , the cost of sterilizing a duodenoscope rose from $80 to $208 and then to $296.

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Elmed

JANUARY 11, 2022

In Part I of this blog (Elmed blog #53) we discussed the fact that over the past year there has been an increased emphasis and a lot more attention placed on pre-cleaning surgical instruments at the point-of-use. The goal is to ensure pre-cleaning of instruments immediately after use and prior to transport to sterile reprocessing.

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Trocar Supplies

AUGUST 9, 2023

Patients trust that your medical practice will be clean, organized, and sterile when it matters most. Suppliers with a wide product range will have unique tools that can help you shorten procedure time, reduce the chances of infection, and deliver superb surgical results to patients in your area.

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Jalal Surgical

APRIL 4, 2025

Types of Surgical Instruments and Their Cleaning Needs Every type of surgical instrument needs specific cleaning techniques: Cutting Instruments (Scissors, Scalpel Blades): Wash thoroughly, sharpen regularly cutting edges, then examine for nicks or dullness.

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SpecialtyCare

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

Enhancing Patient Safety with Stringent Sterile Processing Standards 2. Improving Operational Efficiency with Streamlined Instrument Processing 3. In the healthcare environment, particularly in surgical settings, sterile processing is a foundational aspect of patient safety. Cost Savings and Equipment Longevity 4.

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SpecialtyCare

MAY 16, 2025

The Critical Role of Sterile Processing in Healthcare Sterile processing technician jobs represent one of the most vital yet often overlooked career paths in healthcare. At SpecialtyCare, we recognize that sterile processing technicians are the unsung heroes of the operating room. Our team members benefit from: 1.

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SpecialtyCare

MAY 27, 2025

When You Say “I Need Sterile Processing Support for My Hospital” – We Listen Hospital administrators and surgical directors across the country face a common challenge: maintaining efficient, compliant sterile processing operations while managing costs and ensuring patient safety.

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SpecialtyCare

APRIL 12, 2025

Sterile processing department support is one of the most vital yet often overlooked services in any healthcare facility. At SpecialtyCare, we understand that sterile processing department support is essential to patient safety, surgical efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Operational Efficiency and Cost Savings 5.

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ScanCARE

MAY 20, 2025

Introduction In the modern healthcare environment, where safety, traceability, and compliance are paramount, Australias regulatory framework for reusable surgical instruments presents a perplexing disconnect.

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SpecialtyCare

APRIL 29, 2025

In the complex ecosystem of modern healthcare, few departments play as crucial a role in patient safety as sterile processing services. These specialized teams work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure that medical instruments and equipment are properly cleaned, disinfected, and sterilized before being used in patient care.

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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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SpecialtyCare

MAY 3, 2025

At SpecialtyCareUS.com, we understand that maintaining proper sterile processing services is critical to healthcare delivery and patient safety. This comprehensive FAQ addresses the most common questions about sterile processing services, procedures, standards, and best practices. Can sterile processing services be outsourced?

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SpecialtyCare

MARCH 22, 2025

At SpecialtyCare, were proud to introduce the Sterile Processing Solutions Calculator our second online tool designed to empower hospital leaders with real-time insights into operational efficiency and performance. Table of Contents Why Sterile Processing Matters More Than Ever What Is the Sterile Processing Solutions Calculator?

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Sullivan Healthcare Consulting

JANUARY 13, 2025

Its fundamentally impacted by every part of a facilitys operations, yet identifying which elements significantly impact patient throughput is no easy task. Sterile Processing Sterile processing is the backbone of any surgical facilitys throughput. Ready to get started?

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