A myelogram is a helpful exam when determining the source of a patient’s back pain. The procedure consists of using contrast dye and imaging technology to get a better look at the patient’s spinal cord, vertebrae, and surrounding nerves. Like many diagnostic procedures, a myelogram is relatively simple and painless. However, the idea of any operation is enough to make…
The first step to any successful procedure is having the right operating table available. Depending on the type of operation you perform, you need specific features and designs to keep both yourself and your patient comfortable throughout the procedure. Each of the main types of operating tables has a unique design to facilitate a specific set of procedures, such as…
As a nurse or doctor, it’s important to know how to position your patient before their operation. A successful procedure relies on a position that’s comfortable for the patient and accessible for the doctor. To determine the best position for your patient, you must first consider the type of operation, how long it will take, what kind of IV access…
The ability to communicate effectively with patients is a necessary part of any medical career. When it comes to bad news, however, talking with your patient becomes harder than ever. No one enjoys delivering negative information, but these conversations are often an unavoidable part of patient care. While these moments are never easy, there are ways to handle them with…
Vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty are the two most common types of vertebral augmentation procedures. These operations serve to treat vertebral compression fractures, therefore relieving back pain and preventing further collapse. Both vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty are minimally invasive procedures that involve stabilizing the spinal column by inserting cement into the fractured vertebra. However, there are a few differences that distinguish the two…
There’s no understating the value of a mammography screening. These tests are an invaluable tool in identifying breast cancer and saving lives, yet many women are still hesitant to attend their annual screenings. It falls on doctors to help educate and communicate the importance of an annual mammography. By addressing patient fears and concerns, you can create better awareness of…
Every procedure, no matter how big or small, requires good communication and care for your patients. By sharing knowledge, answering questions, and taking the right steps to prepare for the procedure, you help your patients achieve better results and smoother recovery periods. While venous ablation is a relatively common and safe procedure, it’s still important to help your patients feel…
Even those who don’t suffer from anxiety can get a little nervous in a doctor’s office. The stark environment, unknown details about procedures, and anticipation about test results all work to put patients on edge. Medical professionals have a responsibility to not only care for their patients but to also make them as comfortable as possible throughout their visits. If…
An echo test, or echocardiogram, is a common ultrasound test that evaluates a patient’s heart. When you schedule this test, it’s your job to ensure that your patients are as safe and comfortable as possible before, during, and after the procedure. This means answering any questions they might have, giving them any preparatory instructions, guiding them through the entire process,…
If you manage a medical facility, you owe a lot to your staff. Every member of every team plays a vital role in keeping your building running and your patients healthy. It’s your job to make sure you take care of your staff the same way they take care of everyone who comes through your doors. To give your employees…