We're combining education and relaxation in our final episode of Season 13! We're wrapping up our season with Zach Swartz, Perioperative Practice Specialist and Yoga Teacher. Tune in to learn more about how clinical guidelines are researched and developed, learn about the AORN Guideline for Tourniquet Safety, AND, learn more about incorporating yoga techniques into your day! Zach will even provide a short guided relaxation exercise for us, so don't miss it! #operatingroom #ornurse #scrubtech #surgicaltechnologist #perioperative #perioperativenurse #yoga #yogainnursing

When you need a traveler, how confident are you that the person you're getting is truly qualified to fill the role? What if you could work with a staffing partner who had experienced OR and SPD professionals on staff who were truly able to determine the qualifications of the people coming into your department because they understand the role themselves? On this special First Case and Beyond Clean Vendor Spotlight™ co-release episode, we sit down with Lawayne Perkins, VP of Strategic Partnerships at Advantage Support Services, to explore their team’s comprehensive approach to Operating Room and Sterile Processing staffing and consulting. Learn how Advantage's team of industry experts are helping departments build sustainable workforces through strategic staffing, customized training, and quality assessments. Tune in today to discover how Advantage Support Services can help your OR or SPD not only meet your current needs but also set your team up for long-term success!  Ready to make Advantage your first call? Visit advantagesupportservices.com, or call 615-341-6222 for more info! Plus, don’t forget to follow them on LinkedIn and subscribe to their digital newsletter, “The Executive Edge” for the latest updates!

Technology can be a powerful tool in helping to achieve surgical instrument centralization success. Tune in to today's Expert Series On-The-Go with Bryan Stuart to find out more! 💡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 in the medical field and 13 years of operational experience in an FDA-regulated environment as a third party processor of surgical linens and instrumentation. From this, Bryan has developed keen insights into commercially managed reprocessing facilities. For the last 8 years, Bryan has provided consulting services to hospitals to improve processes and instrument tray streamlining. His solutions are driven by hands-on set reviews and data-driven solutions bringing the clinical and processing teams together for a mutually beneficial rationalization of instrument trays and process improvements. ----- 💡𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗢𝗻-𝘁𝗵𝗲-𝗚𝗼 presents perioperative insights from industry experts in a creative, easy to listen to, audio format. Think audio book meets busy Operating Room professional! #FirstCase #Podcast #OperatingRoom #Surgery #ORExpert #perioperative #instrumentcentralization #sterileprocessing

What do you do before you open an item to the sterile field? From the first day we step into an operating room, we’re taught to inspect our items for damage, ensure sterility, and check the expiration dates. But why are those expiration dates there? And how can we ensure that we avoid issues with expired products in our departments?  Joining us in the studio to talk all things expiration dates is Suzi Collins, Director of Supply Chain Analytics at Banner Health. We’ll discuss the difference between manufacturing date and expiration date, discuss the cost of expired supplies, and learn why awareness is the key to preventing product loss because of expired supplies. Don’t miss today’s interview! #operatingroom #ornurse #nurse #scrubtech #surgicaltechnologist #supplychain #expirationdate

The most common type of violence in the healthcare setting is violence from patients, families, or visitors toward healthcare staff. In today’s interview, we’re addressing this important topic and discussing how it relates to the surgical setting with JD Buchert, Director of Workforce Safety at Parkland Health in Dallas, TX. Join us as we discuss the sobering reality of violence toward healthcare workers, learn the statistics, and find out how JD is educating and advocating for healthcare workers as the “Nurse’s Nurse.” Don’t miss it! #operatingroom #ORNurse #nurse #workplaceviolence #surgicaltechnologist #scrubtech #healthcareworker

Establishing new policies and procedures for centralization can help you ensure that your organization is prepared for a successful future. Find out why it's important to have policies and procedures that are specific to centralization in today's Expert Series On-The-Go! with Bryan Stuart.  💡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 in the medical field and 13 years of operational experience in an FDA-regulated environment as a third party processor of surgical linens and instrumentation. From this, Bryan has developed keen insights into commercially managed reprocessing facilities. For the last 8 years, Bryan has provided consulting services to hospitals to improve processes and instrument tray streamlining. His solutions are driven by hands-on set reviews and data-driven solutions bringing the clinical and processing teams together for a mutually beneficial rationalization of instrument trays and process improvements. ----- 💡𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗢𝗻-𝘁𝗵𝗲-𝗚𝗼 presents perioperative insights from industry experts in a creative, easy to listen to, audio format. Think audio book meets busy Operating Room professional! #FirstCase #Podcast #OperatingRoom #Surgery #ORExpert #perioperative #instrumentcentralization #sterileprocessing

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 of inhaling surgical smoke and find out what she did about it. Today’s interview will inspire you to find your voice and realize that it IS possible to make a difference and bring change to your facility and your state. You can read Kim's article here! https://www.thenursingbeat.com/articles/surgical-smoke-dangers-in-the-or #operatingroom #ornurse #nurse #scrubtech #surgicaltechnologist #perioperative #advocacy #nurseadvocacy

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 you discover the chilling extent of bloodletting practices. And you’ll finish this Special Release episode thankful that you are alive in the 21st century. Get ready to go back into the past with the First Case team and learn about the history of surgery!   If you're interested in reading the book that was discussed in this episode, you can find The Empire of the Scalpel by Ira Rutkow here: https://a.co/d/dyEKqi4   #operatingroom #historyofsurgery #surgery #halloween #podcast #perioperative #ornurse #nurse #surgicaltech #scrubtech

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 in the medical field and 13 years of operational experience in an FDA-regulated environment as a third party processor of surgical linens and instrumentation. From this, Bryan has developed keen insights into commercially managed reprocessing facilities. For the last 8 years, Bryan has provided consulting services to hospitals to improve processes and instrument tray streamlining. His solutions are driven by hands-on set reviews and data-driven solutions bringing the clinical and processing teams together for a mutually beneficial rationalization of instrument trays and process improvements. ----- 💡𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗢𝗻-𝘁𝗵𝗲-𝗚𝗼 presents perioperative insights from industry experts in a creative, easy to listen to, audio format. Think audio book meets busy Operating Room professional! #FirstCase #Podcast #OperatingRoom #Surgery #ORExpert #perioperative #instrumentcentralization #sterileprocessing

“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, we dive into the details of preference cards with Jen Nichols, Senior Clinical Consultant at Cardinal Health. Tune in to find out how many different departments one preference card can affect, and be reminded of the one person most affected by accurate or inaccurate preference cards. Don’t miss this interview! Love our show? Download our First Case mobile app on: 📲 Apple users: https://zcu.io/gExL Android users: https://zcu.io/j7Kx Or you can subscribe to the podcast through: 💻 Apple Podcasts - https://zcu.io/qnVu iHeart Radio - https://zcu.io/5qkg Spotify - https://zcu.io/JkqK Stitcher - https://zcu.io/j76G #OperatingRoom #Surgery #Perioperative #ORNurse #PreferenceCards #PrefCards #ScrubTech #surgicaltechnologist #nurse

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 𝗕𝗿𝘆𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘁, 𝗖𝗖𝗦𝗩𝗣, 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗔𝗲𝘀𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗽. Bryan has over 30 years of experience in the medical field and 13 years of operational experience in an FDA-regulated environment as a third party processor of surgical linens and instrumentation. From this, Bryan has developed keen insights into commercially managed reprocessing facilities. For the last 8 years, Bryan has provided consulting services to hospitals to improve processes and instrument tray streamlining. His solutions are driven by hands-on set reviews and data-driven solutions bringing the clinical and processing teams together for a mutually beneficial rationalization of instrument trays and process improvements. ----- 💡𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗢𝗻-𝘁𝗵𝗲-𝗚𝗼 presents perioperative insights from industry experts in a creative, easy to listen to, audio format. Think audio book meets busy Operating Room professional! #FirstCase #Podcast #OperatingRoom #Surgery #ORExpert #perioperative #instrumentcentralization #sterileprocessing

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 Clicksmart. In today’s episode, we’re going to uncover the realities and prevalence of sharps injuries, find out what AORN, AST, and OSHA have to say about sharps safety, and also discuss ways to prevent injury. Stay tuned! Love our show? Download our First Case mobile app on: 📲 Apple users: https://zcu.io/gExL Android users: https://zcu.io/j7Kx Or you can subscribe to the podcast through: 💻 Apple Podcasts - https://zcu.io/qnVu iHeart Radio - https://zcu.io/5qkg Spotify - https://zcu.io/JkqK Stitcher - https://zcu.io/j76G #OperatingRoom #Surgery #Perioperative #ORNurse #SharpsSafety #SharpsInjury #Needlestick #ScrubTech #surgicaltechnologist #nurse

 "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 about the importance of good data in today's episode with Bryan! 💡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 in the medical field and 13 years of operational experience in an FDA-regulated environment as a third party processor of surgical linens and instrumentation. From this, Bryan has developed keen insights into commercially managed reprocessing facilities. For the last 8 years, Bryan has provided consulting services to hospitals to improve processes and instrument tray streamlining. His solutions are driven by hands-on set reviews and data-driven solutions bringing the clinical and processing teams together for a mutually beneficial rationalization of instrument trays and process improvements. ----- 💡𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗢𝗻-𝘁𝗵𝗲-𝗚𝗼 presents perioperative insights from industry experts in a creative, easy to listen to, audio format. Think audio book meets busy Operating Room professional! #FirstCase #Podcast #OperatingRoom #Surgery #ORExpert #perioperative #instrumentcentralization #sterileprocessing

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. Whether you’re dealing with a scheduled case or an emergency situation, tune in to learn about the blood products that are used and how to be prepared. We’ll also learn about the history of using blood in surgery and find out who performed the first blood transfusion. Don’t miss today’s episode! Love our show? Download our First Case mobile app on: 📲 Apple users: https://zcu.io/gExL Android users: https://zcu.io/j7Kx Or you can subscribe to the podcast through: 💻 Apple Podcasts - https://zcu.io/qnVu iHeart Radio - https://zcu.io/5qkg Spotify - https://zcu.io/JkqK Stitcher - https://zcu.io/j76G #OperatingRoom #Surgery #Perioperative #ORNurse #Communication #ScrubTech #surgicaltechnologist #nurse

"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 from industry expert 𝗕𝗿𝘆𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘁, 𝗖𝗖𝗦𝗩𝗣, 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗔𝗲𝘀𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗽. Bryan has over 30 years of experience in the medical field and 13 years of operational experience in an FDA-regulated environment as a third party processor of surgical linens and instrumentation. From this, Bryan has developed keen insights into commercially managed reprocessing facilities. For the last 8 years, Bryan has provided consulting services to hospitals to improve processes and instrument tray streamlining. His solutions are driven by hands-on set reviews and data-driven solutions bringing the clinical and processing teams together for a mutually beneficial rationalization of instrument trays and process improvements. ----- 💡𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗢𝗻-𝘁𝗵𝗲-𝗚𝗼 presents perioperative insights from industry experts in a creative, easy to listen to, audio format. Think audio book meets busy Operating Room professional! #FirstCase #Podcast #OperatingRoom #Surgery #ORExpert #perioperative #instrumentcentralization #sterileprocessing

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 season long! In today’s episode, Chris teaches us a new way to look at the acronym S.I.D.S. (Seal, Indicator, Date, Strikethrough) and outlines the steps for opening sterile items. We’re also going to highlight the benefits of a morning huddle and show you why it’s so important to communicate with your team. Don’t miss this exciting start to Season 13! Love our show? Download our First Case mobile app on: 📲 Apple users: https://zcu.io/gExL Android users: https://zcu.io/j7Kx Or you can subscribe to the podcast through: 💻 Apple Podcasts - https://zcu.io/qnVu iHeart Radio - https://zcu.io/5qkg Spotify - https://zcu.io/JkqK Stitcher - https://zcu.io/j76G #OperatingRoom #Surgery #Perioperative #ORNurse #Communication #ScrubTech #surgicaltechnologist #nurse

Surgical smoke is the dangerous byproduct of the energy-generating devices used in surgical procedures. During laparoscopic cases, surgical smoke must be removed to maintain field of vision and to protect patients and staff from exposure, but how do you evacuate surgical smoke and still maintain the pressure needed for the laparoscopic procedure? We’re going to find out in today’s First Case Vendor SpotlightTM with Paul Fowler, Director of Engineering, and Calvin Hersom, Sales Trainer at Northgate Technologies, Inc. (NTI). In this exciting discussion, we’ll uncover the risks of exposure to surgical smoke, discuss the realities of smoke evacuation, and learn about a safer, more efficient system for the operation room – the Nebulae® SRS. The Nebulae® SRS is a quiet, closed-loop laparoscopic smoke removal device that maintains the pneumoperitoneum, removes surgical smoke and 99.999% of contaminants, while also reducing your CO2 gas usage. This allows the surgical case to move forward without pauses for reinsufflation, for smoke to clear, or for staff to change CO2 tanks.​ Northgate Technologies, Inc. is a worldwide leader in the design and production of minimally invasive software controlled medical devices. Their high-quality products have been enhancing clinical performance, providing safe surgical environments, and reducing costs in healthcare for over 30 years. To learn more about the Nebulae® SRS, you can call (847)608-8900, email [email protected], or visit their website at www.ntisurgical.com. You can also follow them on LinkedIn and Facebook! #operatingroom #surgicalsmoke #laparoscopy #surgeon #ornurse #scrubtech #perioperative #vendorspotlight #podcast

"Centralization requires a team with the right combination of expertise and experience to advance the process with speed, accuracy, and efficiency." In today's episode, Bryan shares how to identify the right personnel for your team - Tune in to find out! 💡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 in the medical field and 13 years of operational experience in an FDA-regulated environment as a third party processor of surgical linens and instrumentation. From this, Bryan has developed keen insights into commercially managed reprocessing facilities. For the last 8 years, Bryan has provided consulting services to hospitals to improve processes and instrument tray streamlining. His solutions are driven by hands-on set reviews and data-driven solutions bringing the clinical and processing teams together for a mutually beneficial rationalization of instrument trays and process improvements. ----- 💡𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗢𝗻-𝘁𝗵𝗲-𝗚𝗼 presents perioperative insights from industry experts in a creative, easy to listen to, audio format. Think audio book meets busy Operating Room professional! #FirstCase #Podcast #OperatingRoom #Surgery #ORExpert #perioperative #instrumentcentralization #sterileprocessing

When you need new equipment in your Operating Room, how do you get it? Where does the money come from for large purchases? In this exciting kick-off to Season 7, we’re diving right into the topic of Capital Budgets with special guest Garry Skinner, Cofounder and Partner at Discover S3. What is a capital budget? How do you get the equipment that you need? We’re addressing all of these questions and more on this first episode of “Plugged In: The Equipment that Powers the Operating Room.”  Tune in to learn how to advocate for the equipment that you need! Love our show? Download our First Case mobile app on: 📲 Apple users: https://zcu.io/gExL Android users: https://zcu.io/j7Kx Or you can subscribe to the podcast through: 💻 Apple Podcasts - https://zcu.io/qnVu iHeart Radio - https://zcu.io/5qkg Spotify - https://zcu.io/JkqK Stitcher - https://zcu.io/j76G #OperatingRoom #Surgery #Perioperative #CapitalBudgets #Purchasing #Healthcare 

How often have you been asked to apply abdominal pressure during a colonoscopy? This practice isn’t just tough on the team—it also poses serious risks to both the staff and the patient. Join us in this First Case Vendor SpotlightTM as we learn about colonoscopies and as we explore the very real dangers of manually applying abdominal pressure. In this eye-opening conversation, James Hathorn, CEO and Founder of ColoWrap®, highlights a common complicating factor in colonoscopy, scope looping, that results in up to 1 in 3 procedures that either aren’t completed or are completed while putting the patient and caregiver at risk. Plus, discover the only safe, proven looping solution on the market that is non-invasive and easy to use.   ColoWrap® was developed by a high-volume clinical gastroenterologist and is the first clinical solution to mitigate the need for manual abdominal pressure during colonoscopy. ColoWrap® improves throughput, reduces cecal intubation time, and empowers organizations to deliver a safer environment for patients, staff, and providers. To learn more about ColoWrap®, go to www.colowrap.com/firstcase  You can also follow them on Facebook and LinkedIn!   #operatingroom #colonoscopy #vendorspotlight #ornurse #nurse #scrubtech #endoscopy

As health systems move to reprocess at a centralized location, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗲-𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗱 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼 𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗻 𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. There are also considerations for logistics that impact the typical 5-6 hours required to reprocess an instrument set. Current inventory levels may need to be augmented and in today's episode, 𝗕𝗿𝘆𝗮𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝘀 𝗱𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝘀. Bryan also shares some important questions to consider as you think about your inventory needs. 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 in the medical field and 13 years of operational experience in an FDA-regulated environment as a third party processor of surgical linens and instrumentation. From this, Bryan has developed keen insights into commercially managed reprocessing facilities. For the last 8 years, Bryan has provided consulting services to hospitals to improve processes and instrument tray streamlining. His solutions are driven by hands-on set reviews and data-driven solutions bringing the clinical and processing teams together for a mutually beneficial rationalization of instrument trays and process improvements. ----- 💡𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗢𝗻-𝘁𝗵𝗲-𝗚𝗼 presents perioperative insights from industry experts in a creative, easy to listen to, audio format. Think audio book meets busy Operating Room professional! #FirstCase #Podcast #OperatingRoom #Surgery #ORExpert #perioperative #instrumentcentralization #sterileprocessing

In this 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 of First Case, we sit down with Connie Hall, Endoscopy Supervisor at the University of Missouri, to learn more about colonoscopies and to uncover a serious risk to patients and staff. Tune in as Connie discusses how colonoscopies have evolved during her 35+ years in healthcare, including equipment advancements and shifts in patient demographics. We'll also learn about the challenges associated with applying manual pressure, including patient complications like bruising or even a ruptured spleen, and also staff injuries including wrist and back pain. From difficult patient cases to the importance of proper training and listening to patients, Connie brings her wealth of experience to light in this informative episode. Tune in now to learn more! #operatingroom #ornurse #endoscopy #colonoscopy #surgicaltechnologist #scrubtech #surgery #podcast

As health systems strive to improve quality and value for their communities, they may face the dueling conflict of meeting individual surgeon needs while supporting system goals for standardization and economies of scale. This tension can be particularly acute when it comes to preference items, which are the vendor-specific supplies and equipment surgeons want to use in their cases. Tune in as Bryan answers the question, "How can health systems strike the right balance between surgeon preference and standardization?" ------- 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 in the medical field and 13 years of operational experience in an FDA-regulated environment as a third party processor of surgical linens and instrumentation. From this, Bryan has developed keen insights into commercially managed reprocessing facilities. For the last 8 years, Bryan has provided consulting services to hospitals to improve processes and instrument tray streamlining. His solutions are driven by hands-on set reviews and data-driven solutions bringing the clinical and processing teams together for a mutually beneficial rationalization of instrument trays and process improvements. ----- 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗢𝗻-𝘁𝗵𝗲-𝗚𝗼 presents perioperative insights from industry experts in a creative, easy to listen to, audio format. Think audio book meets busy Operating Room professional! #FirstCase #Podcast #OperatingRoom #Surgery #ORExpert #perioperative #instrumentcentralization #sterileprocessing

What makes a good leader? Are you only a leader if you have a title? Joining us to talk all things Perioperative Leadership is Jennifer Misajet, COO & CNO at Mercy One. In this final episode of Season 6, learn about Jennifer’s personal journey into leadership, discover the importance of mentorship and networking, and uncover the challenges that new leaders often face in their roles. We’ll also discuss key takeaways for seasoned leaders and highlight the benefits of honesty and transparency in leadership. If you’ve ever thought that you might want to be in a leadership position, this interview is for you! Love our show? Download our First Case mobile app on: 📲 Apple users: https://zcu.io/gExL Android users: https://zcu.io/j7Kx Or you can subscribe to the podcast through: 💻 Apple Podcasts - https://zcu.io/qnVu iHeart Radio - https://zcu.io/5qkg Spotify - https://zcu.io/JkqK Stitcher - https://zcu.io/j76G #OperatingRoom #Surgery #Perioperative #ProfessionalGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment #leadership #healthcareleader #healthcare

How long does it take for a health system to plan and prepare for surgical instrument centralization? What steps can be taken to ensure a successful outcome? Find out in today's episode as Bryan answers the question, "How long does it really take to implement surgical instrument centralization?" 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 in the medical field and 13 years of operational experience in an FDA-regulated environment as a third party processor of surgical linens and instrumentation. From this, Bryan has developed keen insights into commercially managed reprocessing facilities. For the last 8 years, Bryan has provided consulting services to hospitals to improve processes and instrument tray streamlining. His solutions are driven by hands-on set reviews and data-driven solutions bringing the clinical and processing teams together for a mutually beneficial rationalization of instrument trays and process improvements. ----- 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗢𝗻-𝘁𝗵𝗲-𝗚𝗼 presents perioperative insights from industry experts in a creative, easy to listen to, audio format. Think audio book meets busy Operating Room professional! #FirstCase #Podcast #OperatingRoom #Surgery #ORExpert #perioperative #instrumentcentralization #sterileprocessing

Can professional growth include coaching? How can a career coach help me personally and professionally? You are going to find out today as we sit down with Certified Professional Career Coach Phyllis Quinlan, PhD, RN! As the President and CEO of MFW Consultants to Professionals and the Career Coach for AORN, Phyllis brings 40+ years of nursing experience and over 20 years of coaching experience to our conversation today. How can we identify our character strengths? What blindspots do we have to our own behaviors? How can we let go of behaviors that are no longer serving us? We will discuss all of this and more on today’s episode. Don’t miss it! Love our show? Download our First Case mobile app on: 📲 Apple users: https://zcu.io/gExL Android users: https://zcu.io/j7Kx Or you can subscribe to the podcast through: 💻 Apple Podcasts - https://zcu.io/qnVu iHeart Radio - https://zcu.io/5qkg Spotify - https://zcu.io/JkqK Stitcher - https://zcu.io/j76G #OperatingRoom #Surgery #Perioperative #ProfessionalGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment #Coaching #ProfessionalCoaching #Coach

Have you ever considered the impact that your choice of surgical gloves can have on your day-to-day work and hand health? In this new First Case Vendor SpotlightTM, Dr. Rosemary Babeaux, the Global Medical Science Lead for the United States at Cardinal HealthTM, returns to discuss the latest advancements in surgical gloves, including the patented Neu-TheraTM moisturizing coating for ProtexisTM Surgical Gloves. Operating room professionals rely on their hands as their primary tools, and choosing the right gloves can significantly enhance their well-being and efficiency. Today’s discussion will highlight hand health, and we’ll learn about polyisoprene gloves. Join us as we discover how polyisoprene gloves are specifically designed to offer comfort, fit naturally, and reduce skin irritation. Plus, uncover the key ingredients that are carefully chosen to provide a comfortable fit and overall hand well-being. Cardinal HealthTM ProtexisTM Surgical Gloves are the #1 market leader for surgical gloves in the United States. As a premium brand with a comprehensive, quality portfolio, their on-site clinical team, self-manufacturing process, and quality product differentiates them from the competition and demonstrates their commitment to the safety and care of both healthcare providers and patients. For more information, contact Cardinal Health or talk to your local Cardinal Health representative.

𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟮-𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗢𝗻-𝗧𝗵𝗲-𝗚𝗼 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀! 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 in the medical field and 13 years of operational experience in an FDA-regulated environment as a third party processor of surgical linens and instrumentation. From this, Bryan has developed keen insights into commercially managed reprocessing facilities. For the last 8 years, Bryan has provided consulting services to hospitals to improve processes and instrument tray streamlining. His solutions are driven by hands-on set reviews and data-driven solutions bringing the clinical and processing teams together for a mutually beneficial rationalization of instrument trays and process improvements. Follow along as Bryan discusses the ways that centralizing SPD services helps reduce inefficiencies and provide economies of scale that can produce significant cost savings and better care. To start the conversation, Bryan answers the question, "What's driving the era of surgical instrument centralization?" Tune in now to find out! ----- 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗢𝗻-𝘁𝗵𝗲-𝗚𝗼 presents perioperative insights from industry experts in a creative, easy to listen to, audio format. Think audio book meets busy Operating Room professional! #FirstCase #Podcast #OperatingRoom #Surgery #ORExpert #perioperative #instrumentcentralization #sterileprocessing

Have you ever thought about sharing your knowledge and expertise by writing articles for nursing magazines? How do you get started? Find out in this informative interview with Judy Mathias, Clinical Editor at OR Manager. Find out how to get started, how to get your point across in your writing, and learn three key rules to remember when you write! If you’ve ever wanted to write or are curious about how you can submit an article to a magazine, tune in to today’s episode! Love our show? Download our First Case mobile app on: 📲 Apple users: https://zcu.io/gExL Android users: https://zcu.io/j7Kx Or you can subscribe to the podcast through: 💻 Apple Podcasts - https://zcu.io/qnVu iHeart Radio - https://zcu.io/5qkg Spotify - https://zcu.io/JkqK Stitcher - https://zcu.io/j76G #OperatingRoom #Surgery #Perioperative #ProfessionalGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment #Leadership #Writing

Do you experience collaboration within the departments of your organization, or is each department isolated? Is it possible to measure the degree to which we are collaborating? Brooke Elliott, Founder of BE Complete Coaching & Consulting, LLC, is joining us today to help us define collaboration and understand our Collaboration Quotient. How can we build collaboration into our culture? How can we break down the silos that so often exist within our organizations? Discover the answers to these questions plus learn what benefits we experience through effective collaboration in today’s discussion with Brooke! Love our show? Download our First Case mobile app on: 📲 Apple users: https://zcu.io/gExL Android users: https://zcu.io/j7Kx Or you can subscribe to the podcast through: 💻 Apple Podcasts - https://zcu.io/qnVu iHeart Radio - https://zcu.io/5qkg Spotify - https://zcu.io/JkqK Stitcher - https://zcu.io/j76G #OperatingRoom #Surgery #Perioperative #Collaboration #teamwork #professionaldevelopment

With the Covid pandemic still fresh in our minds, we can all remember the daily struggle for supplies. But it doesn’t take a pandemic to empty our supplies. In this final episode of Season 12, we’re speaking with Suzi Collins, Director of Supply Chain Analytics for Banner Health, and we’re going to discover the inner workings of Supply Chain. How does a tornado in Memphis, TN, affect hospitals in Arizona? How many supplies are routinely kept in stock in our facilities? Can hospitals share resources in the event of an emergency? We’ll find out the answers to all these questions and more in today’s conversation. Tune in now! Love our show? Download our First Case mobile app on: 📲 Apple users: https://zcu.io/gExL Android users: https://zcu.io/j7Kx Or you can subscribe to the podcast through: 💻 Apple Podcasts - https://zcu.io/qnVu iHeart Radio - https://zcu.io/5qkg Spotify - https://zcu.io/JkqK Stitcher - https://zcu.io/j76G #operatingroom #survival #disasterpreparedness #supplychain #disaster #ornurse #scrubtech #nurse #surgery

Do you know where your Downtime Forms are located? Do you know how recently they were updated? Joining us today to discuss Cyber Attacks and the importance of having a comprehensive plan in place to address initial downtime communication is Carmel Pound and Niesan Emara. Using both real-world and hypothetical examples, Carmel and Niesan make the case for the importance of including downtime training in your disaster preparedness plan. Tune in to learn how hospitals can be prepared for a cyber attack, what immediate steps to take in the event of an attack, and how you can be prepared personally as well. Love our show? Download our First Case mobile app on: 📲 Apple users: https://zcu.io/gExL Android users: https://zcu.io/j7Kx Or you can subscribe to the podcast through: 💻 Apple Podcasts - https://zcu.io/qnVu iHeart Radio - https://zcu.io/5qkg Spotify - https://zcu.io/JkqK Stitcher - https://zcu.io/j76G #operatingroom #disasterpreparedness #CyberAttack #disaster #ornurse #scrubtech #nurse #surgery

It's our final installment of our Expert Series On-The-Go series with Asset Recovery Expert Ashley Jackson! We're wrapping up the series with a final look at lifecycle management and discovering the benefits of reselling and recycling.  "Overall, asset resale and recycling are key strategies for healthcare organizations looking to improve their bottom line, reduce waste and provide better care to patients." It's a win-win! Tune in to learn more! ------- In this 12-Part Expert Series On-The-Go series, we're learning from industry expert Ashley Jackson, VP of Asset Management Solutions at Mazree. With several years of experience at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center as a Biomedical Engineering Manager, Ashley is a foremost expert in Asset Management. She now oversees the development and implementation of Mazree’s innovative and advanced Lifecycle Management CMMS product that launched in 2023. #operatingroom #expertseries #assetrecovery #assetmanagement #perioperative #healthcare

Who keeps everything running smoothly at your facility when a disaster occurs? Find out on today's episode of First Case as we sit down with Josh Brackett, System Regulatory Director of Facilities Services at Banner Health. Josh will share his expertise on preparing for and mitigating disasters at the facilities level, emphasizing the critical role of the Facilities Department in emergency management. From daily challenges to handling unexpected events like natural disasters, cyber-attacks, and mass casualty incidents, Josh provides valuable insight into the essential work that keeps our healthcare facilities running smoothly. Tune in to learn more about the experts in the Facilities Department, find out what goes on behind-the-scenes, and discover how they ensure continuity of care in times of crisis. Love our show? Download our First Case mobile app on: 📲 Apple users: https://zcu.io/gExL Android users: https://zcu.io/j7Kx Or you can subscribe to the podcast through: 💻 Apple Podcasts - https://zcu.io/qnVu iHeart Radio - https://zcu.io/5qkg Spotify - https://zcu.io/JkqK Stitcher - https://zcu.io/j76G #operatingroom #disasterpreparedness #Facilities #disaster #ornurse #scrubtech #nurse #surgery

How can perioperative clinicians and supply chain work together to optimize supply consumption and documentation to support enhanced patient care? Find out in today’s Vendor Spotlight™ featuring Jen Nichols, BSN, RN, Clinical Consultant for Cardinal Health™ Presource® Solutions and Debbie Davis, Vice President of Product and Marketing Strategy for Cardinal Health™ WaveMark™ Solutions. We’ll highlight the common challenges associated with procedure cards and uncover the ways that procedure cards and custom packs can be optimized to eliminate waste, increase efficiencies, and drive savings.  As health systems seek ways to reduce waste, manage supply expenses, and ensure product availability, hear Cardinal Health™ Presource® and WaveMark™ Solutions experts share how perioperative leaders are empowered to work alongside Supply Chain to:  Help identify process improvements and ensure safety standard compliance Consolidate procedural supplies, maximizing case pick process efficiency Optimize packs and align with changing procedural needs Generate insights with advanced analytics to optimize procedure cards Reach out to your Cardinal Health™ representative for additional solutions to help drive efficiencies and innovation in the OR, or request more information on their website. #operatingroom #ornurse #scrubtech #vendorspotlight #cardinalhealth #supplychain #efficiency #productivity

"Decommissioning is clearly more than just getting rid of old equipment. It is a multi-step process that requires careful planning and execution to ensure the safety, compliance of the equipment, as well as the protection of patient and facility data." So what do you need to consider before you start hauling old, unused equipment to the curb? Find out in today's Expert Series On-The-Go with Asset Recovery Expert Ashley Jackson!  ------- In this 12-Part Expert Series On-The-Go series, we're learning from industry expert Ashley Jackson, VP of Asset Management Solutions at Mazree. With several years of experience at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center as a Biomedical Engineering Manager, Ashley is a foremost expert in Asset Management. She now oversees the development and implementation of Mazree’s innovative and advanced Lifecycle Management CMMS product that launched in 2023. #operatingroom #expertseries #assetrecovery #assetmanagement #perioperative #healthcare

What happens if you find yourself in the middle of an emergency in the wilderness? Or what if a natural disaster forces you to leave your home? Dr. Glenn Barnes, associate clinical professor of nursing at UT Tyler, Tyler Texas, joins us today to address the unique training associated with Wilderness Medicine and Survival Training. Tune in to discover how he certifies nursing students in wilderness life support, hear his advice for everyday preparation, and find out the best thing you can have with you in any emergency situation. Don’t miss this interview! Love our show? Download our First Case mobile app on: 📲 Apple users: https://zcu.io/gExL Android users: https://zcu.io/j7Kx Or you can subscribe to the podcast through: 💻 Apple Podcasts - https://zcu.io/qnVu iHeart Radio - https://zcu.io/5qkg Spotify - https://zcu.io/JkqK Stitcher - https://zcu.io/j76G  #operatingroom #survival #disasterpreparedness #wildernesssurvival #disaster #ornurse #scrubtech #nurse #surgery

Dive into a world of strategic collaboration, operational efficiency, and exciting improvements in healthcare delivery in this First Case Vendor Spotlight™ featuring Elke Jackson, RN, BSN, Director Perioperative Services, and Amanda Lucas, PhD, RN, Director of Quality and Sterile Processing at ECU Health. Discover how ECU Health navigated the COVID-19 pandemic, overcoming supply chain challenges and implementing new protocols to more effectively manage patient care.  In collaboration with Cardinal Health™, ECU Health’s primary distributor and kitting provider, the team executed a comprehensive pack review and inventory revamp. This effort to optimize efficiencies by standardizing SKUs across their operating rooms resulted in significant time, waste, and procedural savings. Tune in to hear more about ECU Health’s journey navigating industry-wide challenges, and their commitment to providing high-quality care to a traditionally underserved community. Plus, you’ll learn how strategic collaboration and a focus on efficiency can lead to remarkable improvements in healthcare delivery. Cardinal Health™ Presource® Procedural Pack Solutions offers reliable, quality packs for various medical procedures. With more than 190,000 standard and 75,000 custom packs produced per day, you can count on Presource® Solutions to streamline the complexity of managing procedural supplies. Reach out to your Cardinal Health™ Presource® representative for additional solutions to help drive efficiencies and innovation in the OR, or request more information on their website. #operatingroom #ornurse #scrubtech #cardinalhealth #podcast #vendorspotlight #presource #ProceduralPackSolutions

Welcome to episode 10 of our Expert Series On-The-Go with Asset Recovery Expert Ashely Jackson! Today we're learning about equipment disposition and resale and the process of disposing of assets that are no longer needed or have reached the end of their useful lifespan. Tune in to discover one of the key benefits of asset redeployment! ------- In this 12-Part Expert Series On-The-Go series, we're learning from industry expert Ashley Jackson, VP of Asset Management Solutions at Mazree. With several years of experience at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center as a Biomedical Engineering Manager, Ashley is a foremost expert in Asset Management. She now oversees the development and implementation of Mazree’s innovative and advanced Lifecycle Management CMMS product that launched in 2023. #operatingroom #expertseries #assetrecovery #assetmanagement #perioperative #healthcare

What does it look like when there’s a code in the operating room? Do you feel confident in your ability to respond, or do you secretly hope that someone else will handle everything? In today’s interview, we’re speaking with resuscitation expert Dr. Susan Davis, DNP, RN, EMT-P. Susan is the Resuscitation Manager at a healthcare system in Florida, a member of the Citizens Advisory Committee for the CPR Foundation, and Founder & CEO of Code Prep. Tune in as we discuss the common barriers in our departments and health systems that prevent consistent training, and find out the critical time frame for any code. We’ll also discuss the importance of regular and consistent hands-on training that helps build confidence and readies us to act in any emergency. Don’t miss it! Love our show? Download our First Case mobile app on: 📲 Apple users: https://zcu.io/gExL Android users: https://zcu.io/j7Kx Or you can subscribe to the podcast through: 💻 Apple Podcasts - https://zcu.io/qnVu iHeart Radio - https://zcu.io/5qkg Spotify - https://zcu.io/JkqK Stitcher - https://zcu.io/j76G #operatingroom #codeblue #disasterpreparedness #disaster #ornurse #scrubtech #nurse #surgery

Discover the world of robotic assisted surgery in this First Case Vendor Spotlight™ with Robbie George, Vice President of Surgical Services at Ballad Health. In this exciting episode, we’ll hear Robbie’s personal story of success with implementing and growing a robotics program, plus, we’ll discover how he used communication and education to overcome resistance to robotic surgery. We’ll explore the benefits to surgeons, including enhanced precision and ergonomics, as well as the advantages for patients, like faster recovery times and reduced complications. We’ll also highlight how Robbie and his team were able to make their processes more efficient and cost-effective by working with Cardinal Health™ to standardize their robotic surgery packs.  Tune in today! Cardinal Health™ Presource® Procedural Pack Solutions enables healthcare providers to deliver efficient and effective patient care. As the pioneer of procedural packs, Cardinal Health™ has a 40+ year legacy of developing custom solutions backed by expert clinical support. Cardinal Health™ Presource® is your trusted provider for improving efficiencies, optimizing outcomes and delivering data-driven insights.   Reach out to your Cardinal Health™ Presource® representative for additional solutions to help drive efficiencies and innovation in the OR, or request more information on their website. #operatingroom #ornurse #surgery #scrubnurse #surgicaltechnologist #podcast #vendorspotlight #cardinalhealth

What is the biggest challenge that hospital staff face in preparing for disasters? Find out today as we dive into the world of emergency management with Derek Trabon, Director of Emergency Management at the University of Texas at Austin. Derek shares his journey into disaster preparedness, recounts his experiences during the Ebola crisis in Texas, and offers valuable insights on educating future nursing professionals. Tune in as Derek offers his insights into the challenges of preparing hospital staff for emergency situations. And as an added bonus, Derek will also share his expert travel tips for staying safe and prepared - so don't miss it! Disclaimer: The opinions expressed here belong solely to Derek Trabon and do not reflect the views of his employers, past or present. Love our show? Download our First Case mobile app on: 📲 Apple users: https://zcu.io/gExL Android users: https://zcu.io/j7Kx Or you can subscribe to the podcast through: 💻 Apple Podcasts - https://zcu.io/qnVu iHeart Radio - https://zcu.io/5qkg Spotify - https://zcu.io/JkqK Stitcher - https://zcu.io/j76G #operatingroom #emergencymanagement #emergency #disasterpreparedness #disaster #ornurse #scrubtech #nurse #surgery

In this 9th episode of our Expert Series On-The-Go with Asset Recovery Expert Ashely Jackson, we learn more about the integral parts of lifecycle management. Plus, Ashley will highlight how addressing these areas allows healthcare providers to improve their bottom line while still providing top-notch patient care. Tune in now! ------- In this 12-Part Expert Series On-The-Go series, we're learning from industry expert Ashley Jackson, VP of Asset Management Solutions at Mazree. With several years of experience at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center as a Biomedical Engineering Manager, Ashley is a foremost expert in Asset Management. She now oversees the development and implementation of Mazree’s innovative and advanced Lifecycle Management CMMS product that launched in 2023. #operatingroom #expertseries #assetrecovery #assetmanagement #perioperative #healthcare

How can we be prepared for mass casualty events, terrorist attacks, or natural disasters? What core competencies should we know so that we’re prepared when disaster strikes? Joining us today to talk all things disaster preparedness is Dr. Joanne Langan, Professor at St. Louis University, Valentine School of Nursing. In today’s conversation we’ll talk about the core competencies that make up the foundation of disaster nursing, we’ll learn how the tragic events of 9/11 influenced Dr. Langan’s passion for disaster training, and we’ll be challenged to assess the readiness of ourselves and our departments. Stay tuned! Here's the link to check out the ICN's Core Competencies in Disaster Nursing! https://www.icn.ch/sites/default/files/inline-files/ICN_Disaster-Comp-Report_WEB.pdf Love our show? Download our First Case mobile app on: 📲 Apple users: https://zcu.io/gExL Android users: https://zcu.io/j7Kx Or you can subscribe to the podcast through: 💻 Apple Podcasts - https://zcu.io/qnVu iHeart Radio - https://zcu.io/5qkg Spotify - https://zcu.io/JkqK Stitcher - https://zcu.io/j76G #operatingroom #disasterpreparedness #disasternursing #ornurse #scrubtech #surgery #disaster #planning #preparation

"Service reporting is more than routine paperwork; it's the lifeline of medical equipment maintenance and patient safety in healthcare facilities. In order to truly leverage this tool, standardizing the way Biomedical Engineering teams categorize equipment failures is crucial." In this 8th episode of our series, Ashley explains why service reporting is so important, and outlines the reasons why standardizing failure codes can improve the accuracy of service reporting. Don't miss it! ------- In this 12-Part Expert Series On-The-Go series, we're learning from industry expert Ashley Jackson, VP of Asset Management Solutions at Mazree. With several years of experience at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center as a Biomedical Engineering Manager, Ashley is a foremost expert in Asset Management. She now oversees the development and implementation of Mazree’s innovative and advanced Lifecycle Management CMMS product that launched in 2023. #operatingroom #expertseries #assetrecovery #assetmanagement #perioperative #healthcare

What happens when disaster strikes? Do you know what your role is in an emergency? In today’s introductory episode of Season 12, First Case co-hosts Melanie and Chris kick off our season on Disaster Preparedness by sharing their own experiences of the unexpected. Tune in as Chris shares about her experience with Hurricane Harvey as the Medical Liaison for Ellis County, TX, Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), and as Melanie shares her own experience with a workplace shooting. There are lessons to be learned from each experience, and ways that we can learn and plan so that we’re prepared for any future event. Whether we find ourselves in the middle of a natural disaster or we’re involved in an act of violence, our preparation and readiness are what help us find success in any emergency situation. So, stay tuned for this exciting first episode of Season 12: Disaster Alert! Love our show? Download our First Case mobile app on: 📲 Apple users: https://zcu.io/gExL Android users: https://zcu.io/j7Kx Or you can subscribe to the podcast through: 💻 Apple Podcasts - https://zcu.io/qnVu iHeart Radio - https://zcu.io/5qkg Spotify - https://zcu.io/JkqK Stitcher - https://zcu.io/j76G #OperatingRoom #Surgery #Perioperative #DisasterPreparedness #EmergencyManagement #Emergency #Disaster #ORNurse #Scrubtech

"Medical equipment can seem boring. It sits in the corner, quietly doing its job, never complaining, or asking for anything in return. However, each device serves a crucial role in patient care and cannot be forgotten." In this 7th episode of our series, we're going to learn about preventative maintenance, the different factors at play when establishing a plan for maintenance, and the best way to keep track of our maintenance schedules. Don't miss it! ------- In this 12-Part Expert Series On-The-Go series, we're learning from industry expert Ashley Jackson, VP of Asset Management Solutions at Mazree. With several years of experience at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center as a Biomedical Engineering Manager, Ashley is a foremost expert in Asset Management. She now oversees the development and implementation of Mazree’s innovative and advanced Lifecycle Management CMMS product that launched in 2023. #operatingroom #expertseries #assetrecovery #assetmanagement #perioperative #healthcare

"With the high cost of medical equipment and the constant demand for new and innovative technologies, effective inventory management is crucial for maximizing the lifespan and value of these assets. By tracking and managing inventory in real-time, healthcare facilities can make informed decisions about when to repair, replace, or upgrade their equipment, ultimately helping to reduce costs and improve patient outcomes." Tune in to episode 6 to learn more about the importance of inventory management and find out which individuals in our facilities are responsible for accurately tracking and managing the stock of goods, materials, and equipment in a healthcare facility. Tune in now! ------- In this 12-Part Expert Series On-The-Go series, we're learning from industry expert Ashley Jackson, VP of Asset Management Solutions at Mazree. With several years of experience at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center as a Biomedical Engineering Manager, Ashley is a foremost expert in Asset Management. She now oversees the development and implementation of Mazree’s innovative and advanced Lifecycle Management CMMS product that launched in 2023. #operatingroom #expertseries #assetrecovery #assetmanagement #perioperative #healthcare