Podcast: First Case

This week’s episode of the First Case “Articles On-The-Go” series is written by Melanie Perry, BSN, RN, CNOR, CSSM. In it she discusses something that has become so engrained in us as healthcare professionals, that we might not even realize that it exists. “Think about it: we work in a high-stakes, high-risk environment. One mistake…

This week’s episode of the First Case “Articles On-The-Go” series is written by Melanie Perry, BSN, RN, CNOR, CSSM. In it she discusses her experience with a Joint Commission survey, and shares 4 helpful tips to decrease any anxiety you may have about speaking with a surveyor. Tune in to hear Melanie’s advice and increase…

Between Seasons 6 & 7, we’re releasing some of our most popular episodes from Season 3! What’s it like for patients around the world who need surgery? What access do they have to medical care? Joining us today is Dr. Michael Redler, MD, an orthopedic surgeon on the Physician Leadership Board of One World Surgery….

Between Seasons 6 & 7, we’re releasing some of our most popular episodes from Season 3! There’s generally a transactional relationship between the OR and SPD. The SPD gives, and the OR takes. And that relationship is usually hindered with break downs in communication and a lack of respect – from both sides of the…

This week’s episode of the First Case “Articles On-The-Go” series is written by Paul Wafer, BS, MBA, RN. In it he discusses the different factors that affect productivity in the operating room. “One of the greatest challenges to matching productivity standards and achieving a benchmark is ensuring that you are including and excluding similar roles…

Between Seasons 6 & 7, we’re releasing some of our most popular episodes from Season 3! Does your current staffing model account for succession planning? Are you prepared for loss in your department from resignation, promotion, or retirement? Continuing our discussion on predictive analytics in staffing, and now in succession planning, is Jason Goodwin, MPH,…

Between Seasons 6 & 7, we’re releasing some of our most popular episodes from Season 3! Neuro can be a little overwhelming, and if it’s not your regular service line, scrubbing those cases can really make you nervous. Joining us today to share her experience in Neuro and to help make the service seem a…

This week’s episode of the First Case “Articles On-The-Go” series is written by Melanie Perry, BSN, RN, CNOR, CSSM. In it she discusses how dangerous it can be to have an attitude that says, “that might be how we’re ‘supposed’ to do it, but let me show you how we really do it.” “When an…

Between Seasons 6 & 7, we’re re-releasing some of our most popular episodes from Season 3! Surgical Techs – how much training did you receive in the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) while you were in school? Do you feel like the training you received gave you an adequate understanding of SPD? Joining us today to…