Michael
First Case 44:05Comments Off on Silo-Free Surgery: PATOS Without the Panic: Understanding “Present at Time of Surgery” in SSI Surveillance
The OR sees one thing. Infection Prevention reports another. So who’s right? In this episode of “Silo-Free Surgery,” hosts Garrett Hollembeak and Trey Morrow are joined by infection prevention...
Michael
First Case 32:30Comments Off on Beyond the Cut: Recognizing & Respecting Patient Diversity
Welcome to the Season 15 premiere of First Case! We’re kicking off this season with guest JD Buchert, and diving into the importance of understanding our patients beyond their...
Michael
First Case 50:29Comments Off on StreetClothes: The Guitarist
On this episode 2 of the StreetClothes podcast, we talk to a well-known voice in the medical device space about bending strings and making his guitar “talk.” If you’re...
Michael
First Case 51:29Comments Off on StreetClothes: The Personal Chef
On this episode 1 of our brand new, human-interest “StreetClothes” podcast series, we talk to a clinician who moonlights as a personal chef in between his travel assignments. Don’t...
April 2, 2025Michael
First Case 06:14Comments Off on Get Ready for AORN Expo 2025!
The AORN Expo is not just another conference—it’s an immersive, high-energy event packed with education, networking, and hands-on learning opportunities! As thousands of perioperative professionals prepare to gather in...
March 10, 2025Michael
First Case 33:49Comments Off on The Dirty Truth About Stethoscopes: An Overlooked Infection Risk
Ever think about how clean your stethoscope really is? 🤔 On this special release episode of First Case, we’re teaming up with Transmission Control to tackle a hidden but...
March 3, 2025Michael
First Case 24:37Comments Off on Perioperative Nursing Around the World: OR Nursing in the US Navy
Season 14 is a wrap! And while we wait for Season 15, we’re bringing you an audio version of an interview we did with Stella Yau during Perioperative Nurses...
Michael
First Case 39:33Comments Off on But, Why? Privileges, Credentials, & Why They Matter
🚨 SEASON 14 FINALE! 🚨 What happens before a surgeon steps into the OR? How do we know they’re actually qualified to perform a procedure? 🤔 In the Season...
Michael
First Case 32:55Comments Off on But, Why? Suture 101 – Understanding the Essentials
Suture is something every OR professional encounters daily, yet many of us were never properly taught how much about them. Why is suture sizing so confusing? What’s the difference...
Michael
First Case 37:18Comments Off on But, Why? The Truth About Trendelenburg
Trendelenburg is a common position in the OR, but are we truly positioning patients safely? In this episode of First Case, we welcome back David Gomez, nurse anesthetist and...
Michael
First Case 33:15Comments Off on But, Why? Avoiding Positioning Pitfalls
Positioning patients in the OR isn’t just about access to the surgical site—it’s about preventing serious injuries. From nerve damage and tissue ischemia to long-term functional impairment, improper positioning...
Michael
First Case 28:27Comments Off on But, Why? Unpacking the Protection in PPE
Are all of the PPE rules we have in the OR really necessary? Joining us this week to uncover the purpose behind the rules and guidelines is Jill Holdsworth,...
Michael
First Case 27:50Comments Off on But, Why? Tips, Tricks, & Everyday Best Practice
How do we approach sterility and proper technique in ways that prioritize patient safety and best practices? And why does it matter? In today’s episode, Chris and Melanie are...
Michael
First Case 38:59Comments Off on But, Why? Why Accurate Documentation Matters
Is charting really that important? Joining us today to discuss the vital role that documentation plays in the operating room is Anna Gray, RNFA and Legal Nurse Consultant. From...
Michael
First Case 28:24Comments Off on But, Why? Rethinking Habits, Rules, & Sacred Cows
Welcome to Season 14 of First Case! This season, we’re tackling the question: “But, why?” Why do we do the things we do in the OR? From practices we...
December 30, 2024Michael
First Case 25:48Comments Off on Perioperative Nursing Around The World: Celebrating Perioperative Nurses in Spain
While we wait for Season 14, we’re bringing you an audio version of our Perioperative Nurses Week video interview series. Catch up on any interview you missed and travel...
December 23, 2024Michael
First Case 32:00Comments Off on Perioperative Nursing Around the World: Celebrating Perioperative Nurses in S. Africa
While we wait for Season 14, we’re bringing you an audio version of our Perioperative Nurses Week video interview series. Catch up on any interview you missed and travel...
Silo-Free Surgery: PATOS Without the Panic: Understanding “Present at Time of Surgery” in SSI Surveillance
The OR sees one thing. Infection Prevention reports another. So who’s right? In this episode of “Silo-Free Surgery,” hosts Garrett Hollembeak and Trey Morrow are joined by infection prevention...