A new perspective proposes a staged framework for introducing humanoid robots into operating rooms, beginning with laboratory ...
A new study showcases a successful quality improvement program that significantly enhances surgical safety. By implementing a standardized handoff protocol, known as SHRIMPS, the study demonstrates ...
The need to reduce the frequency and impact of medical errors has generated much discussion. As part of this debate, we have asked how other industries have produced documented safety improvements. US ...
As hospitals and governmental bodies place a greater emphasis on patient safety, operating room teams are working to build "cultures of safety" that reward compliance and encourage teamwork. But while ...
As hospitals and governmental bodies place a greater emphasis on patient safety, operating room teams are working to build “cultures of safety” that reward compliance and encourage teamwork. But while ...
August marks Neurosurgery Awareness Month, a time to recognize not only neurosurgeons but also the many professionals who ensure safe neurosurgery. I often compare surgery to a plane landing on an ...
1. Use first names in the OR. An important part of OR culture is making sure all the people in the operating room work as a team, Ms. Pugliese says. “Everyone should feel comfortable speaking up,” she ...
Medical Mayhem Room: Enhancing Situational Awareness of Patient Safety Risks in the Hospital Setting
Background: Medical errors are the third leading cause of death in the United States (Makary & Daniel, 2016). Situational awareness, monitoring, and remediating risks in the clinical setting are ...
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