First Case Podcast

When you buy Capital Equipment, do you purchase through the manufacturer, or do you use a distributor? What are the benefits to purchasing through a distributor? Joining us today to discuss the role of the Capital Equipment Distributor is Jonathan Murphy, Regional Account Executive at Didage and Surgical Power. In this interview, we'll learn about purchasing new vs refurbished equipment, how distributors can reduce headaches in the purchasing process, and how they can help you source the equipment that you need. Join us for this engaging discussion!

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This week's episode of the First Case "Articles On-The-Go" series is written by Melanie Perry, BSN, RN, CNOR, CSSM. In this special Mother's Day release, Melanie takes a minute to recognize the hardworking moms who are making a difference in healthcare.

"...but regardless of the job that we do, what doesn't change is that we're all still moms. Moms trying to work full-time, part time, or PRN to support our families while still juggling all of the schedules, responsibilities, and challenges that come with having a family."

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Articles On-the-Go presents perioperative insights from written articles in a creative, easy to listen, audio format. Think audio book, meets busy Operating Room professional!

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How much do you know about your OR tables? Do you ever put much thought into the design and function of this vital piece of OR equipment? In today's episode of the First Case podcast, we're talking all things OR tables with Brian Grant, Product Manager Commercial Operations at Getinge. We're going to talk about table design, patient and staff considerations when using OR tables, and safety. You'll definitely learn something new in this eye-opening interview!

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How much thought do you give to that switch you flip every morning when you walk into your OR? The lights come on, and we start our day, right? After listening to this interview with Trey Whitehurst, Founder & CEO of CH Whitehurst Solutions, LLC., you'll see there's more to the lights than just flipping a switch. How did we get the OR lighting that we have today? What types of light are in our ORs? What issues can we experience with lighting? We're going to talk about all of these questions and more in today's interview. Don't miss it!

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How much do you know about your electrosurgery unit (ESU), or 'the Bovie'? Were you taught anything more about it than just how to turn it on and apply the dispersive pad? In today's interview with Michelle Lemmons, Field Sales Training Program Manager at Steris, we're learning all about this essential piece of surgical equipment! How does the ESU work? How can we protect our patients and prevent burns? And what about surgical smoke? We're going to tackle all of these questions and more on this episode of First Case!

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OR Educators are crucial to our success in the Operating Room. One of their many roles is to ensure that we use equipment safely, protecting ourselves and protecting our patients. In this week's interview with OR Educator Amanda Heitman, BSN, RN, CNOR, we go behind the scenes to learn how an OR Educator empowers frontline staff to safely use the equipment in the OR. What training do they provide? What resources are available? What could go wrong and how do we troubleshoot? We'll look at all of these questions and more in today's interview. Tune in now!

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Operating Rooms (ORs) have to be designed properly so that we can use all of the equipment needed to perform operations. What does the integration and design of an OR look like? How do we make sure that our OR design allows for efficient operational workflow? In this interview with Brian Moores, Senior Principal Healthcare Information Technology at Shen Milsom & Wilke, we break down the importance of OR design, and we discuss how our ORs need to be functional, not only with the equipment we're using today, but also with any equipment or technologies we may encounter in the future.

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This week's episode of the First Case "Articles On-The-Go" series is written by Melanie Perry, BSN, RN, CNOR, CSSM. In this article, Melanie offers practical tips and insight for new nurses in the Operating Room.

"The Operating Room (OR) is overwhelming. Whether you're a new grad showing up on your first day as an RN, or you're new but have been a nurse in another department for 20 years, it's a whole new world behind that red line. It's a world where a beach chair has nothing to do with the beach, a beanbag is not a toy, and a donut is not a tasty breakfast treat."

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Articles On-the-Go presents perioperative insights from written articles in a creative, easy to listen, audio format. Think audio book, meets busy Operating Room professional!

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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!

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How often do you handle specimens in your operating room? Have you ever considered your risk of exposure to a Class 1 carcinogen every time you add formalin to your specimen containers?

Formalin is recognized as a Class 1 carcinogen, and exposure to the fumes is a safety issue for all OR staff. But, healthcare organizations can now mitigate this health and safety risk. Find out how in this eye-opening First Case Vendor SpotlightTM with Michelle Bell, Applications Manager at Milestone Medical. What are the risks associated with formalin, and how can we mitigate those risks? How can we keep our staff safe while continuing to use formalin? The answer lies in the only automated formalin dispensing system on the market – the UltraSAFE. Discover how UltraSAFE offers enhanced employee safety by eliminating exposure to formalin during the fill process and also significantly reduces the risk of a hazardous chemical spill in the Operating Room.

You can learn more about UltraSAFE, and how your facility can be protected from formalin exposure by visiting https://www.milestonemedsrl.com/us/product/ultrasafe/. You can email Milestone at [email protected] and follow them on LinkedIn and Facebook!

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