A bill that would have required education and certification of surgical technologists i did not pass in the House of Representatives, according to an AORN article. Read the full report in Becker’s Hospital Review on surgical technologist certification.
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Researchers concluded interventions that focus on enhancing surgical and medical experiences for women may boost patient satisfaction scores, as female patients reported less satisfaction with healthcare services than male patients, according to research published in Health Services Research. Read the…
Proper reprocessing of surgical instruments is an ongoing challenge for central supply departments in healthcare facilities. CSSD professionals constantly look for ways to be more efficient and simplify the process of instrument cleansing and sterilization. One of the most innovative…
The Crestview Fire Department has announced the outcome of a 2011 joint investigation into a fire at the North Okaloosa Outpatient Surgery Center in Crestview, Fla., according to a Crestview News Bulletin report.
Texas Health Surgery Center Denton has been named a "healthiest employer" by the Dallas Business Journal.
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The Emergency Nurses Association offers a free toolkit that includes resources and practical solutions to violence in emergency departments.
U-Systems has announced FDA's Radiological Devices Panel of the Medical Devices Advisory Committee has recommended approval of its somo•v Automated Breast Ultrasound system, according to a news release (pdf).
Custom Spine has announced it has received FDA 510(k) clearance for its Securis cannulated pedicle screw system, according to a news release.
Nap Gary is chief operating officer of Regent Surgical Health, a leader of surgery center management and development since 2001. With more than 20 years of leadership experience in the healthcare industry, Mr. Gary is able to effectively oversee all…
A new tool, released by the Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation, tracks all funds received by states, local governments, employers and others to implement parts of President Barack Obama's Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.