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The Essential Role of Surgical First Assistants: Importance, Career Outlook, and Impact on Patient Care

SpecialtyCare

A Surgical First Assistant (SFA) is a vital member of the surgical team, working closely with surgeons to ensure the success of surgical procedures. SFAs also assist in positioning the patient to provide optimal access to the surgical site.

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Pre-Operative, Intra-Operative, and Post-Operative Warming

Nashville Anesthesia Professionals

Maintaining normothermia (normal body temperature) throughout the perioperative period is a critical component of patient safety and recovery. Perioperative hypothermia, defined as a core body temperature below 36°C, is a frequent and preventable complication associated with anesthesia and surgical procedures.

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Chlorhexidine vs. Povidone Iodine: Which Antiseptic is Best for Medical Use?

Trocar Supplies

Selecting the right antiseptic is a critical step in preventing infection during medical procedures. By understanding how these antiseptics perform across key factors such as onset, residual effect, skin compatibility, and cost, medical teams can align their choices with best practices and patient safety standards.

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

SpecialtyCare

This article delves into the critical role of the Cardiothoracic Surgical First Assistant, their responsibilities, the training required, and the impact they have on patient care. What is a Cardiothoracic Surgical First Assistant? Intraoperative Support Providing exposure of the surgical site by retracting tissues and organs.

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Understanding Sterile Processing Support for Hospitals

SpecialtyCare

This specialized department ensures that surgical instruments and medical devices are cleaned, disinfected, assembled, and sterilized to the highest standards before clinical use. Benefits of Effective Sterile Processing Support Infection Prevention: Strict sterilization minimizes surgical site infections.

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The Essential Role of Hospital Surgical Support in Modern Healthcare

SpecialtyCare

From sterile processing and perfusion services to intraoperative neuromonitoring (IONM) and surgical assistants, hospital surgical support teams are the unsung heroes behind every successful operation. SpecialtyCare employs highly trained surgical neurophysiologists to monitor nerve activity during procedures.

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Anesthesia for Eyelid Surgery

DFW Anesthesia Professionals

Eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, is a common cosmetic or reconstructive procedure aimed at improving the appearance and/or function of the eyelids 1. When planning anesthesia for eyelid surgery, several factors must be considered to tailor the approach to the individual patient’s needs and the nature of the procedure.