Trocar Supplies

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Proper care and maintenance of surgical instruments are critical for ensuring patient safety and clinical effectiveness. Among these tools, trocars play a vital role in hormone pellet insertion and other minor surgical procedures.

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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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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 12, 2025

Sterile Processing Solutions Why It Works: 3. Surgical Assist Services Why It Works: 6. Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (IONM) SpecialtyCares intraoperative neuromonitoring is among their most important ancillary care services, as it ensures patient safety during surgeries involving the nervous system. Table of Contents 1.

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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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Jalal Surgical

DECEMBER 9, 2023

Overall, the Lamina Spreader Spine contributes to the success of spinal surgeries by enhancing the surgeon’s ability to perform intricate procedures while prioritizing patient safety and well-being. Cloward Lamina Retractor Cloward Lamina Retractors are specialized instruments designed for use in the field of spinal surgery.

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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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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. The symbiotic relationship between the OR and the SPD is critical both for patient safety and staff well-being.

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OR Manager

AUGUST 28, 2024

For many in the healthcare industry, imagining surgery without onsite sterile processing seems unthinkable. Then again, performing total joints in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC) was unthinkable 10 years More » The post Offsite sterilization fuels onsite efficiency for lean ASCs appeared first on OR Manager.

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Endovision

JUNE 27, 2019

It’s crucial for hospitals and clinics to clean and sterilise their surgical instruments in accordance with standards observed by Australia’s NSW Health. Dispose of Single-Use Items Any instrument that penetrates the skin and which cannot be adequately sterilized must not be re-used.

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OR Manager

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Sterile Processing Department (SPD) managers and technicians know a thing or two about pressure. In a recent webinar covering sterile processing basics, Cori L. Ofstead, MSPH, president and CEO of Ofstead More » The post Why OR leaders should revisit sterile processing basics appeared first on OR Manager.

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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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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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SpecialtyCare

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

The sterile processing department (SPD) and the OR work hand in hand, but communication between the two can be disjointed and incomplete, resulting in unnecessary waste and preventable errors. OR Manager recommends a committee specifically to handle challenges such as when to use immediate-use steam sterilization. #4

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Trocar Supplies

MARCH 6, 2023

They are not designed to be sterilized and used again. Pros & Cons of Single-Use Supplies Disposable, single-use surgical equipment has several advantages over reusable ones. Single-use surgical tools don't have to be cleaned and sterilized after they are used. Each instrument is sterile and ready for use.

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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.

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SpecialtyCare

OCTOBER 12, 2024

Intraoperative Neuromonitoring Technologist : In this role, you’ll assist in monitoring and maintaining the nervous system’s integrity during surgical procedures, reducing the risk of damage to critical neural structures. This field is ideal for individuals interested in maintaining healthcare standards and supporting surgical teams.

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Jalal Surgical

DECEMBER 17, 2022

4 This reusable flat handle is designed to be used with surgical blades of various sizes and shapes. 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. Follow the manufacturer’s guidelines for times to sterilize.

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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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BFW Inc.

JUNE 17, 2021

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. In particular, better management of sterile instruments produces significant cost savings for hospitals.

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BFW Inc.

OCTOBER 7, 2021

With the ability to view the surgical site and follow the procedure in real-time, OR team members can strengthen care coordination by anticipating the needs of the surgeon, as well as the timing of their next task. It is important for the staff to see what the surgeon sees during surgical procedures.”

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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

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Improper or inadequate decontamination, cleaning and sterilization of surgical instruments continues to be a major source of patient harm that is preventable through proper practice and adherence to manufacturers’ instructions for use (IFUs). The problem of contaminated instruments being returned to the O.R. 1 and Sept.

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Incision

OCTOBER 23, 2023

These are words no Sterile Processing Manager wants to hear. These are two of the strongest and most ruthless enemies facing the Sterile Processing Professional. Patient safety is at stake. Surgical instruments should be cleaned as soon as possible after use to reduce the window of opportunity for biofilm to form.

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Total Scope

APRIL 7, 2025

Proper care and handling are key to the longevity of your surgical instruments. Even though stainless-steel instruments are viewed as the best material, you cant assume that they are entirely corrosion-resistant. Immediately after use, clean and dry your instruments. Store instruments in dry areas.

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Elmed

MARCH 10, 2021

On May 10, 2018 Porter Adventist Hospital in Denver, Colorado had to cancel all surgeries for a week due to contaminated surgical instruments being found in the O.R. This was not a unique situation, but rather another case in a long line of reported cases of contaminated instruments being returned to the O.R. after reprocessing.

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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

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

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. Table of Contents 1.

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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. In today’s healthcare environment, infection prevention is paramount to patient safety. Our team members benefit from: 1.

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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 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. What Is Sterile Processing Department Support?

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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

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 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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OR Manager

MAY 28, 2025

Preventing infection from contaminated surgical tools requires attention to every link in a complex chain of processes, from point-of-use pretreatment in the OR to the moment the freshly disinfected or sterilized item arrives at the next patients bedside.

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SpecialtyCare

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

The OR cannot function properly without an effective sterile processing department (SPD). Consistent, quality training, collaboration with the OR, safety culture, error tracking, and incentives for high performance can sufficiently optimize the SPD — and in turn, optimize the OR. and $9,421,590.11.”

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