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Integrated Operating Rooms

Operating rooms have evolved tremendously with innovations in technology and the vast amount of data available today. Hospitals continue to design rooms with a focus on greater functionality and improved patient comfort. A concept that is shaping OR design... Read More

How to Track Loaner Surgical Instrument Trays

Loaner surgical instruments are unavoidable and offer healthcare facilities access to a wider variety of instruments and surgical devices. Loaner trays are often needed for specialized procedures... Read More

Guide to Sterilization Pouches in Sterile Processing

A sterilization pouch, also known as a peel pack, is a disposable package specifically designed to be used in a sterilizer to allow penetration of the sterilant to the items placed inside. After sterilization, these Class II Medical Devices maintain sterility of the processed item. Sterilization pouches require... Read More

The Complete Guide to Surgical Lights

WHAT ARE SURGICAL LIGHTS?

Surgical lights, also known as surgical lighting or operating lights, are mainly used in hospital operating rooms and ambulatory surgery centers, but can also be used in various locations throughout the facility to provide high quality lighting for procedures. Examples include emergency rooms, labor and delivery, examination rooms, and anywhere where procedures are completed. They are used by clinicians, surgeons and proceduralists. A surgical light illuminates

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