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A Planning Playbook for Opening a New Orthopedic ASC
The ASC market continues its rapid growth. In 2023, roughly 116 new ASCs opened in the U.S., many of which were orthopedic-specific in nature....
A Better Way to Manage Fluids
M.D. Technologies' DM6000 Suction Drain System may streamline the potentially messy task of disposing of patient fluids. You install the stainless steel unit by connecting it to a suction source, electrical outlet and drain; it will hold three liters of fluid. During a surgical procedure, you set the DM6000 to Continuous Suction; the unit holds the fluids until the procedure is complete. When the unit is shut off, the fluids automatically drain away without coming in contact with your staff.
Priced at $2,200, the DM6000 eliminates the costs of disposable canisters and incineration. You can calculate how much your facilities could save using the DM6000 by logging onto the Cost Savings section of the M.D. Technologies website. Call (815) 598-3143, visit www3.inetba.com/mdtechnologies/index.ivnu or circle 131.
Start Cleaning in the OR
ProEZ foam, a dual-enzyme, neutral-pH detergent from Cottrell, Ltd., starts cleaning instruments immediately by breaking down patient soils, so that the items arrive in central services almost totally clean and ready for sterilization after just a quick rinse.
Unlike most holding solutions used to soak instruments, the manufacturer says, ProEZ's dual-enzymes work to dissolve dried blood and other patient fluids, as well as to inhibit bacterial growth. The product remains foamy for two hours to assure that all surfaces are covered and continues to work for up to four hours after you apply it. Because it's a foam, the instruments do not have to soak in a holding container-you can safely and easily transport the instruments without having to worry about splashing contaminated water. A 20-oz. spray bottle goes for suggested retail of $15.15. A gallon refill container is $40.05. Call (800) 843-3343 or circle 132.
A Soft Yet Stable Arm Pad
David Scott Co.'s new Tri Level Contoured Arm Boards are designed to reduce pressure and increase comfort with its contoured surface. Made from viscoelastic polymer gel, rather than a water based gel, the manufacturer claims the arm boards will never leak and will return to their original form after each procedure. Over the firm supportive base foam, the pads are covered with a soft, stretchy, durable conductive covering that also protects against skin burns and abrasions. The Tri Level Contoured Arm Board's cradle design also provides stability and keeps the arm firmly in place, reducing the chance of rollover. Call (508) 875-3333 or visit www.davidscottco.com or circle 133.
Better-Fitting Light Covers
The design of Xodus Medical Inc.'s Light Guard Surgical Light Handle Covers creates a vacuum-tight fit for a secure hold on all types of surgical lights. "We interviewed nurses and technicians who said the light handle covers they used were difficult to put on and would move around during the surgical procedure," says Xodus director of sales Craig Kaforey. In response, the company designed its covers with a flanged design to help avoid contact with the non-sterile surface of the light and to be easy to put on and remove. You can buy the light covers singly or in packs of two or three. Call (800) 963-8776 or visit www.xodusmedical.com or circle 134.
Pliers for Orthopods
You may be able to save your more costly orthopedic instruments from unnecessary wear and tear with Spectrum Surgical Instruments stainless steel Orthopedic Pliers. These pliers are specially designed to pull and push orthopedic pins, so you don't have to use more costly instruments that can chip or break. The pliers are hand-crafted in Germany using what the company says is the finest surgical stainless steel. The line includes a wide range of instruments, from locking pliers and needle-nose pliers to wire-extraction pliers. According to the company, they're ideal for pulling, grasping, bending and twisting cerclage wires, Steinmann pins and K-wires. Call (800) 444-5644 or visit www.spectrumsurgical.com or circle 135.
A Hi-Tech Camera for the OR
If your surgeons would like to broadcast or record their procedures for teaching or consultation purposes, they may be interested in the Thru-the-Lens headlight video camera, made by BFW Inc., which captures high-quality images from a surgeon's eye view. The new camera is for live viewing on-site or via satellite and can be used for transferring still or motion images through e-mail or the Internet. Surgeons can also use the system to compose tapes or digital files for later use.
The camera eliminates parallax, a long-time problem in headlight camera technology. What that means is you get high-quality images with no distortion or displacement. Most importantly, it is very easy to use. "Unlike many surgical headlight video cameras on the world market today, this camera does not sacrifice image quality for user friendliness," said BFW President Lynn R. Cooper.
The Thru-the-Lens headlight camera is compatible with any VHS or S-VHS recorder, as well as any DVCAM, digital camcorder, and desk- or laptop computer. Call (800) 717-4673 or visit www.bfwinc.com or circle 136.
M.D. Technologies' DM6000 Suction Drain System may streamline the potentially messy task of disposing of patient fluids. You install the stainless steel unit by connecting it to a suction source, electrical outlet and drain; it will hold three liters of fluid. During a surgical procedure, you set the DM6000 to Continuous Suction; the unit holds the fluids until the procedure is complete. When the unit is shut off, the fluids automatically drain away without coming in contact with your staff.
Priced at $2,200, the DM6000 eliminates the costs of disposable canisters and incineration. You can calculate how much your facilities could save using the DM6000 by logging onto the Cost Savings section of the M.D. Technologies website. Call (815) 598-3143, visit www3.inetba.com/mdtechnologies/index.ivnu or circle 131.
Start Cleaning in the OR
ProEZ foam, a dual-enzyme, neutral-pH detergent from Cottrell, Ltd., starts cleaning instruments immediately by breaking down patient soils, so that the items arrive in central services almost totally clean and ready for sterilization after just a quick rinse.
Unlike most holding solutions used to soak instruments, the manufacturer says, ProEZ's dual-enzymes work to dissolve dried blood and other patient fluids, as well as to inhibit bacterial growth. The product remains foamy for two hours to assure that all surfaces are covered and continues to work for up to four hours after you apply it. Because it's a foam, the instruments do not have to soak in a holding container-you can safely and easily transport the instruments without having to worry about splashing contaminated water. A 20-oz. spray bottle goes for suggested retail of $15.15. A gallon refill container is $40.05. Call (800) 843-3343 or circle 132.
A Soft Yet Stable Arm Pad David Scott Co.'s new Tri Level Contoured Arm Boards are designed to reduce pressure and increase comfort with its contoured surface. Made from viscoelastic polymer gel, rather than a water based gel, the manufacturer claims the arm boards will never leak and will return to their original form after each procedure. Over the firm supportive base foam, the pads are covered with a soft, stretchy, durable conductive covering that also protects against skin burns and abrasions. The Tri Level Contoured Arm Board's cradle design also provides stability and keeps the arm firmly in place, reducing the chance of rollover. Call (508) 875-3333 or visit www.davidscottco.com or circle 133.
Better-Fitting Light Covers
The design of Xodus Medical Inc.'s Light Guard Surgical Light Handle Covers creates a vacuum-tight fit for a secure hold on all types of surgical lights. "We interviewed nurses and technicians who said the light handle covers they used were difficult to put on and would move around during the surgical procedure," says Xodus director of sales Craig Kaforey. In response, the company designed its covers with a flanged design to help avoid contact with the non-sterile surface of the light and to be easy to put on and remove. You can buy the light covers singly or in packs of two or three. Call (800) 963-8776 or visit www.xodusmedical.com or circle 134.
Pliers for OrthopodsYou may be able to save your more costly orthopedic instruments from unnecessary wear and tear with Spectrum Surgical Instruments stainless steel Orthopedic Pliers. These pliers are specially designed to pull and push orthopedic pins, so you don't have to use more costly instruments that can chip or break. The pliers are hand-crafted in Germany using what the company says is the finest surgical stainless steel. The line includes a wide range of instruments, from locking pliers and needle-nose pliers to wire-extraction pliers. According to the company, they're ideal for pulling, grasping, bending and twisting cerclage wires, Steinmann pins and K-wires. Call (800) 444-5644 or visit www.spectrumsurgical.com or circle 135.
A Hi-Tech Camera for the ORIf your surgeons would like to broadcast or record their procedures for teaching or consultation purposes, they may be interested in the Thru-the-Lens headlight video camera, made by BFW Inc., which captures high-quality images from a surgeon's eye view. The new camera is for live viewing on-site or via satellite and can be used for transferring still or motion images through e-mail or the Internet. Surgeons can also use the system to compose tapes or digital files for later use.
The camera eliminates parallax, a long-time problem in headlight camera technology. What that means is you get high-quality images with no distortion or displacement. Most importantly, it is very easy to use. "Unlike many surgical headlight video cameras on the world market today, this camera does not sacrifice image quality for user friendliness," said BFW President Lynn R. Cooper.
The Thru-the-Lens headlight camera is compatible with any VHS or S-VHS recorder, as well as any DVCAM, digital camcorder, and desk- or laptop computer. Call (800) 717-4673 or visit www.bfwinc.com or circle 136.
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