Patients no longer demand privacy. An article in @theguardian.com stated, 'Plastic surgeons who once helped patients sneak in via the back door now see them live-posting their recovery on social media.' #ESPRAS #StrongerTogether #PlasticSurgery #SurgicalSafety #Surgeons #MedSky

Committee hears testimony on bill to require surgical smoke evacuation policies The House Health Policy Committee heard testimony on HB 4779, which would require health facilities to adopt policies for surgical smoke evacuation; nurses described daily exposure to plume they said can contain toxic chemicals and particles that standard surgical masks do not filter.

A new bill in Michigan could revolutionize operating room safety by requiring smoke evacuation systems, as nurses reveal alarming health risks from surgical smoke exposure.

Learn more here!

#MI #PublicHealth #CitizenPortal #SurgicalSafety #WorkerSafety

Beyond the bedside: The silent safeguard of the operating room Learn how the safeguard of the operating room ensures patient safety by meticulously cleaning and sterilizing surgical instruments.

Beyond the bedside: The silent safeguard of the operating room.
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#OperatingRoom #SurgicalSafety #SurgeryLife #SurgicalTeam #SurgicalInnovation

Patients no longer demand privacy. An article in @theguardian.com stated, 'Plastic surgeons who once helped patients sneak in via the back door now see them live-posting their recovery on social media.' #ESPRAS #StrongerTogether #PlasticSurgery #SurgicalSafety #Surgeons #MedSky

Their feedback (via QoR-15 & PPE-15) is vital for improving the quality of perioperative care.

A massive thank you to everyone involved!

#SAFESTProject #PROMs #PREMs #QualityImprovement #SurgicalSafety #PatientSafety

picture of a surgical team in masks with the surgical lights above Photo by National Cancer Institute on Unsplash

Even the best surgeons can only reach about 10^⁻2 reliability.
That’s one in 100 opportunities for error.
To get to 10^⁻3 or better, we need more than skill.
We need systems, just culture, and teams designed for reliability.

#SurgicalSafety #HumanFactors #QI

🧭 Introducing COMPASS: Your Interactive Guide to Safer Surgery: www.youtube.com/watch?v=j34R...

🔗 Explore COMPASS here: compass.esaic.org/perioperativ...

#COMPASS #SurgicalSafety #PatientSafety #HealthcareInnovation #EvidenceBased #PerioperativeCare #MedicalEducation#SAFEST

Top Tools To Plan Safer Surgery For All Cases Discover top surgical safety tools and comprehensive strategies to minimize risks, improve patient outcomes, and enhance surgical precision across all medical procedures.

Surgical Safety Secrets Revealed! 🏥🔍

Boost patient safety with cutting-edge tools & techniques! From checklists to AI, discover how to minimize risks & optimize outcomes. 🚑✨

#SurgicalSafety #PatientCare #ORInnovation #MedicalTech #HealthcareHeroes #SurgerySuccess

Ever wonder what happens if you're on blood thinners and need surgery? Doctors coordinate behind the scenes to keep you safe - it's not as complicated as you might think!






#BloodThinners #SurgicalSafety #BeverlyHills

Surgeon truth: Some surgical fears aren't just anxiety—they're valid medical concerns that need addressing, especially with cardiac patients.



#SurgicalSafety #PatientConcerns #BeverlyHillsMedicine

Selfie of OP and Ugandan surgical registrar Dr

Great to catch up with a mentee surgical registrar while in Kampala. Inspiring chat about all things #SurgicalEducation #GlobalSurgery #SurgicalSafety and #NonTechnicalSkills. Thanks Dr Brian!

Surgery's high-tech blood monitor Haemograph’s trailblazing rheometer transforms surgical safety by providing precise clotting data, helping clinicians balance clot prevention and bleeding control. Imagine a world where surgery is saf...

Surgery just got smarter—Haemograph’s portable blood rheometer gives clinicians instant, personalised insights into clotting behaviour—helping them make faster, safer decisions in the operating room and beyond.
#NCRIS #MedTech #SurgicalSafety #BloodHealth #microfluidics #nanofabrication

Why surgeons won't do a 14-hour "fix everything" surgery: blood clots, pneumonia risk "sky high" when you're "mummified" in compression garments.




#SurgicalSafety #RecoveryFacts #PatientSafety

Surgeon truth: Full body transformations in one surgery? Too risky! We stage them - usually tummy first (most requested), then thighs, then arms. Safety > convenience.



#PlasticSurgeryFacts #SurgicalSafety #BeverlyHills

Keep Hydration Levels Safe During Senior Operations Keep hydration levels safe during senior operations. Learn the risks of dehydration, assessment techniques, and management strategies for optimal recovery.

Hydration Tips for Senior Surgery 🚑💧

Seniors need optimal hydration before, during & after surgery! 💡 Learn expert strategies to prevent complications & speed recovery.

#SeniorHealth #SurgeryRecovery #HydrationTips #ElderlyCare #HealthyAging #SurgicalSafety

Retained Surgical Item Incidence in the United States from 2016 to 2023: A Descriptive Study
Antony, A., Kumparatana, P. et al.
Paper
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#SurgicalSafety #RetainedItems #HealthcareQualityImprovement

Surgical Site Infection Control Market Size, Forecast 2035 Surgical Site Infection Control Market Industry is expected to grow from 3.48(USD Billion) in 2024 to 5.6 (USD Billion) at a 4.43% during the forecast period (2025 - 2035).

Stop infections before they start 🦠🚫 The #SSIControl market ensures safer surgeries and faster recoveries. #InfectionPrevention #SurgicalSafety #PatientCare

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Time Out: Honoring a Daily Practice on National Time Out Day!

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#NationalTimeOutDay #SurgicalSafety #TimeOutMatters #PatientSafetyFirst #SafeSurgery #ORTimeOut #CheckPauseProtect

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Ever had that sinking feeling after a case didn’t go to plan?
Not because of the technique
…but because something was off in the room?
Same.
And this @canjsurg.ca x @cmpa-acpm.ca podcast episode nails it. 👇
www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Mkw...
#SurgicalSafety #MedEdSky #NontechnicalSkills

Did you know that women make up 67% of the health workforce globally? @who.int
Investing in women in all roles strengthens surgical systems and drives health equity.

Let’s close the gap together. 2/2

#GenderEquity #GlobalSurgery #SurgicalSafety

Safe Airway Care For Older Adults Having Operations Safe airway care for older adults during surgery involves specialized assessments, techniques, and monitoring to prevent complications.

Safe Airway Care for Seniors? 🏥👵

Elderly patients face unique airway challenges during surgery. Learn expert strategies to minimize risks & improve outcomes! #GeriatricCare #AnesthesiaSafety #SurgicalSafety #ElderlyHealth #AirwayManagement #MedicalTips

Senator Cristina Castro introduces Operating Room Patient Safety Act in Illinois General Assembly New act mandates qualifications for surgical technologists in Illinois by 2027.

Illinois is taking a bold step to enhance surgical safety with the new Operating Room Patient Safety Act, aiming to ensure only qualified professionals are in the OR by 2027.

Learn more here

#IL #PatientTrust #HealthcareReform #SurgicalSafety #CitizenPortal

ICYMI - Our Surgical Care member favs for 2024! 🏆

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#CMPATopReads #MedSky #SurgicalCare #SurgicalSafety #PatientSafety

Remote Assessment of Real-World Surgical Safety Checklist... : Journal of the American College of Surgeons UDY DESIGN: In this retrospective cohort study, data from 7 North American academic medical centers using the OR Black Box were collected between August 2020 and January 2022. All cases captured dur...

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@acsjacs.bsky.social @ariadnelabs.bsky.social #MGB #SurgicalSafety #ORBB #SSC
#SafeSurgery

Measuring Bound Attention During Complex Liver Surgery Planning: #feasibility Study Background: The integration of advanced technologies such as augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) into surgical procedures has garnered significant attention. However, the introduction of these innovations requires thorough evaluation in the…

JMIR Formative Res: Measuring Bound Attention During Complex Liver Surgery Planning: #feasibility Study #Surgery #AugmentedReality #VirtualReality #MedicalInnovation #SurgicalSafety

Our Surgical Care member favs for 2024! 🏆

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#CMPATopReads #MedSky #SurgicalCare #SurgicalSafety #PatientSafety