Surgery

Environmental Sustainability in Operating Room Practices: A New Standard of Care

Let’s be honest—when you think of an operating room, you picture sterility, precision, life-saving technology. You probably don’t picture waste. And yet, the OR is one of the most resource-intensive areas in any hospital. It’s a paradox, really. A place dedicated to healing that inadvertently contributes to environmental harm, which in turn impacts public health. […]

Surgery

Emerging Biomaterials and Their Applications in Reconstructive Surgery

Reconstructive surgery has come a long way from the days of rudimentary grafts and synthetic implants. Today, biomaterials—substances engineered to interact with biological systems—are revolutionizing how surgeons repair, replace, or regenerate damaged tissues. And honestly? The field is moving faster than ever. What Are Biomaterials, Anyway? Think of biomaterials as the “building blocks” of modern […]

Surgery

Reducing Surgical Site Infections – Latest Guidelines and Best Practices

Surgical site infections (SSIs) contribute significantly to patient mortality and healthcare costs, impacting two to five percent of individuals undergoing surgery. Prevention of surgical site infections (SSIs) can be achieved through targeted interventions and careful oversight of the surgical field, in which perioperative nurses play an integral role. Hand Hygiene One key to preventing surgical […]