Common Problems with Operating Room Surgical Lights
If you’ve ever had to buy surgical lights for your operating room, you’re already aware of the major differences between the number of OR light manufacturers. It definitely doesn’t make it any easier. You see the designs. You read the brochures and try to navigate your way through the industry sales talk. You look at each surgical light’s technical specifications. But, in the end, you’re no closer to making a decision. Perhaps what you need … Read More
Comprehensive Review of the Most Popular Trauma/X-Ray/Emergency Stretchers in Canada
As Canadian medical professionals, there’s no need to tell you that time is one of the biggest factors in a medical emergency. Having trauma or emergency stretchers with X-Ray capabilities on hand and ready to go is critical to a successful outcome. Trauma stretchers, like other hospital equipment, may contain similar features and functionality, and that makes it hard to distinguish which one is the right X-Ray stretcher for your needs. One thing to look … Read More
How Much Does An Trauma/Emergency Stretcher Cost?
Are you looking to replace aging ER stretchers bought a lifetime ago and are wondering how much a new emergency trauma stretcher costs these days? Or perhaps you’re finalizing the budgeting for outfitting a newly renovated or constructed emergency department? Either way, there are some factors you should be aware of that will affect the final cost of a trauma stretcher. In this article, we’re going to cover the major cost factors for your next … Read More
How to Choose the Right Warming Cabinet for Your Facility
Warmed blankets are an easy and effective way to create a caring atmosphere Warming cabinets have traditionally played a minor role in healthcare facilities for over the last 80 years. But with changing trends, the warming cabinet is starting to become a more integral part of medical facilities as they help prevent hypothermia and enhance the overall patient experience. Medical warming cabinets now highlight state of the art technology for warming sterile water and saline … Read More
Samarit Rollbord – The Ultimate Patient Transfer Board
Patient transfers have never been safer and more efficient A Patient Transfer Board is typically a rigid flat board constructed of plastic and is used to bridge two surfaces. They are used by all areas of healthcare where lateral transfers are frequent or probably, from Emergency Services through to Hospices and Nursing/Care Homes Studies show that back injuries are the single most important workman’s compensation issue facing most hospitals. The Samarit Rollbord™ from Meditek is … Read More
How to Choose the Right Surgical Table for My OR
There is no shortage of operating room surgical tables on the market today. With quality products available at almost any price point, it can be difficult to make smart purchasing decisions that support the efficiency, growth and success of your hospital. As you evaluate your options, remember that the key trends in the industry are clinical effectiveness, patient safety, and enhanced productivity. Surgical tables are no longer considered glorified gurneys. Instead, they’re viewed as essential … Read More
Preventing Pressure Ulcers in Operating Rooms
Preventing Pressure Ulcers — also known as decubitus ulcers and bed sores — is one of the most common complications of extended bed rest in surgery centres, hospitals and long-term care facilities. They occur when continuous pressure reduces blood flow to a part of the body, leading to a breakdown of the skin in that area. Rubbing and irritation from moisture can make the problem worse. In Canada, research estimates that pressure ulcers are present in … Read More
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