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How clean is the air in your OR? Do you know what you’re breathing in during cases that generate surgical smoke? On today’s interview we’re speaking with Kim Tuemler, OR Nurse and founder of Wylie-Tuemler OR Nurse Consulting about the dangers of surgical smoke. Join us as Kim shares how she learned about the risks…

We’ve got a treat in store for you today! Lindsey Joyce is back in the studio with Chris Blevins and Melanie Perry to uncover the exciting, but sometimes gruesome, history of surgery. Today’s conversation will make you wince as you learn about the alarming experiences of patients having surgery prior to anesthesia. You’ll cringe when…

What are the critical logistics to consider when planning for centralization? In today’s episode, Bryan shares 5 crucial aspects of planning that cannot be overlooked. Tune in now! 💡In this weekly series we’re learning from industry expert 𝗕𝗿𝘆𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘁, 𝗖𝗖𝗦𝗩𝗣, 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗔𝗲𝘀𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗽. Bryan has over 30 years of experience…

“What does my preference card say?” How many times have we been asked that question? How often have our preference cards not been up-to-date and we’ve pulled the wrong instrument, medication, or supply? Preference cards are a often a source of frustration in our Operating Rooms, but they don’t have to be! In today’s interview,…

When determining the size of the sterile storage area, what elements should be considered? In today’s episode, Bryan shares three insights that can instruct how to set up a storage system with accurate space estimations to meet your facility’s needs. Tune in now to learn more! 💡In this weekly series we’re learning from industry expert…

Have you experienced a sharps injury, and did you report it after it happened? Joining us today to discuss all things sharps safety is Kristine Little, an OR Nurse from North Carolina and consultant/nurse educator for Qlicksmart. In today’s episode, we’re going to uncover the realities and prevalence of sharps injuries, find out what AORN,…

“Accurately calculating instrument utilization, processing times, and inventory levels can help manage a health system effectively. However, making these sound decisions is only as good as the data used to make them. 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗮, 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘀𝘂𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘂𝗻𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, 𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗸𝘀 𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻.” Find out more…

When you need blood during an emergency, do you know how to order it? Do you know the different blood products that are available for your patient? In today’s episode, we’re speaking with Lindsey Joyce, CVOR nurse and First Case content creator to learn more about the many blood products available for use during surgery….

“A purpose-built, offsite facility to service multiple medical centers can help to save healthcare institutions money, as opposed to building or expanding on-premises facilities.” In today’s episode, Bryan shares how surgical instrument centralization can be a compelling investment with largescale cost-savings over time. Tune in to find out more! 💡In this weekly series we’re learning…

It’s time to Huddle Up – and get ready for the Season 13 Premier of First Case! This season is dedicated to covering all those safety topics you might hear covered quickly in a morning meeting or in more detail in a staff meeting, and Chris and Melanie are going to keep you learning all…