Tiffany Bratton, PhD

In 2020, for every 1,000 elective surgical procedures, an average of 3.8 adult patients developed postoperative sepsis. Those aged 65 and older faced a greater risk-for every 1,000 elective surgical procedures, an average of 4.3 patients developed sepsis. Learn more in the AHRQ 2024 Chartbook on #PatientSafety. https://lnkd.in/e7j66B_Y

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In 2020, for every 1,000 elective surgical procedures, an average of 3.8 adult patients developed postoperative sepsis. Those aged 65 and older faced a greater risk-for every 1,000 elective surgical procedures, an average of 4.3 patients developed sepsis. Learn more in the AHRQ 2024 Chartbook on #PatientSafety. https://lnkd.in/e7j66B_Y

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Tissue engineering: The future of regenerative medicine Tissue Engineering is transforming regenerative medicine by using biomaterials, stem cells, and growth factors to repair and regenerate tissues and organs. Key advancements like 3D bioprinting and bioactive materials are driving growth in orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and wound healing. This innovation addresses organ shortages and expands personalized healthcare, positioning tissue engineering as a pivotal force in the future of medical treatments.

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Your dermatoscope magnifies subtle skin patterns—we do the same for your practice's financial metrics. SMCG's specialized management systems bring clinical-grade precision to your operational workflows. Enhance your practice's operational clarity with our focused management solutions: https://lnkd.in/e5CNBm-3 #DermatologyPractice #PracticeManagement #MedicalBusiness #SMCG

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Fingertip removal, also known as fingertip amputation, is a common injury that can have serious consequences. Treatment depends on the extent of damage and the type of injury: Treatment can be surgical or conservative, and depends on the extent of damage to the bone, nail, and pulp. Surgical options include skin grafts, flaps, and neurovascular island pedicle flaps. For children under 6, the surgeon may reattach the fingertip if it's possible. Recovery can take several weeks, and the finger may be painful and sensitive to cold for a year or more. You'll likely need to wear a splint to protect the finger while it heals. Complications include delayed wound healing, nail deformities, hypersensitivity, pain, cold intolerance, infection, and more. Keep the dressing on and dry for at least 48 hours, or until you see a doctor. Monitor the wound for signs of infection, such as redness or pus. Keep the area elevated to help with swelling. Fingertip amputations can occur due to lacerations, avulsions, or crush injuries. They are most common in children under 5 and adults over 65.

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Why should healthcare providers and patients make brain health an important part of their overall care and focus? Because our brains are a muscle! And as Dr. Michael Husmillo, D.C, D.A.C.N.B, F.A.C.F.N shares in this clip it's an important piece of maintaining optimal health. #brainhealth #healthcare #providers #optimalhealth

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Team Collaboration & Process Innovation in Action! 🌟 Engage your team, seek their inputs, and watch them shine in optimizing workflows. I’m excited to share a recent example from our bronchoscopy suite where our Cytotech came up with an innovative gadget setup to enhance communication during slide reviews. This set up allows me to review biopsy slides in real-time with our Cytotech, enabling us to adjust our biopsy approach as needed during the procedure. Like this post if it resonates! Share a story or your insights on team collaboration and process innovation in the comments👇🏽 Lets inspire and learn from each other🚀 #Teamwork #Innovation #Collaboration #Workflow #Optimization

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Sepsis is a life-threatening condition and one of the leading causes of death in children across the world.   Join this upcoming Pediatric Sepsis Week webinar to learn more about the evolution of pediatric sepsis criteria and the recent introduction of the Phoenix sepsis criteria. Attendees will hear more about the research methodology behind the Phoenix criteria and gain valuable insights into the potential implications of implementing the criteria in clinical practice.   Visit https://lnkd.in/gNNy73Jr to register for FREE today!   #sepsis #septicshock #sepsisawareness #pediatrics #pedsICU #infectionprevention #infectiousdisease

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🎧 The Hidden Dangers of Prolonged Earbud Use 🚫 We love our earbuds for music, podcasts, and calls, but overusing them can lead to serious health risks: 🔴 Hearing Loss: Continuous exposure to loud volumes can damage the tiny hair cells in your inner ear, leading to irreversible hearing loss. 🔴 Ear Infections: Earbuds block air circulation, trapping moisture and bacteria in your ear, which can cause painful infections. 🔴 Ear Pain & Tinnitus: Constant use can cause discomfort, and even ringing in the ears, known as tinnitus, which may become chronic. 🔴 Wax Build-up: Earbuds can push earwax deeper into your ear, causing blockages and potential hearing problems. 🍓 Tip: Take frequent breaks, keep the volume moderate, and clean your earbuds regularly to avoid these risks! #HearingHealth #Earbuds #Wellness #AudioSafety #TinnitusAwareness #LinkedInLearning video source VEED

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Everything that lasts begins with a foundation and built on solid ground! 4000 AD, Egyptian Pyramids were built based on someone’s ingenuity! Many still stand today. Some sources indicate 10,000 ancient European Castles still stand. As we look around some contemporary cities like mine, prerevolutionary war buildings still stand and are in use! How have they survived? A Strong Foundation! Education begins with a foundation! Our education is based on tiered learning. We begin in first grade, and progress through high school, and hopefully we successfully learned. That should prepare us for college, and beyond if it works correctly. Organizations also need a Strong Foundation. We attempt to bring in the best and brightest, but even those need continuing professional and personal development. To achieve and maintain a competitive advantage, requires we continually upgrade our knowledge skills and abilities. Anything that lasts begins with a foundation! One thing sorely missing is leadership! Forbes, The Real Crisis in Leadership indicates that up to 80% of organizations see a lack of leadership ability across the organization! Mid-level management is often left out! In the coming weeks, look for more information. A Strong Foundation is necessary to reach your full potential. Through strengthening individuals and organizations, that foundation becomes stronger, and more significant, helping to make your organization sustainable! Can't wait to share more!

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Revolutionizing Statin Therapy with Gene Mapping Not all statins are created equal, and neither are we! Pharmacogenomics is paving the way for personalized medicine by using gene mapping to choose the best statin for you. Here’s how it works: SLCO1B1, CYP3A4, ABCG2—Your genes can tell us how your body processes and responds to statins. The result? Fewer side effects, better outcomes, and a therapy plan tailored just for you. Say goodbye to trial-and-error medication! Let science guide your journey to a healthier heart. #PrecisionMedicine #GeneMapping #StatinTherapy #Pharmacogenomics #HeartHealth

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A fracture plaster, also known as a cast, is a bandage wrapped around a broken bone in an arm or leg to keep it in place while it heals. The hard outer layer of a cast is made of plaster or fiberglass, and the inside is lined with cotton or other synthetic materials for padding. Here are some things to know about fracture plasters: How long it stays on A plaster cast usually stays on for 4–12 weeks, depending on the injury. You should not remove a plaster cast until the fracture is healed enough that you can bear full weight on it without pain. You should see a doctor the day after the cast is applied to make sure it's fitted correctly. Your healthcare provider can also advise you on how to bathe, move, and exercise while wearing a cast. There are different types of casts, including plaster of Paris, colored synthetic, and waterproof colored synthetic. You can use a sling, cane, walking cast, walker, or crutches to help you get around while wearing a cast. A cast is the most common treatment for a broken bone. It's important to get a broken bone evaluated and treated right away to avoid complications and a long recovery time. Thanks for reading ATHEENAPANDIAN - India's No.1 Biomedical Industry for Training & Placements

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When baffled by choices, the default human condition is to do nothing at all. Choosing where to begin makes it difficult to tackle climate change. The solution? Ask folks to take one action. This can be as simple-- and powerful-- as voting. My ask: when given the opportunity, please vote.

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Cough with sputum, Shortness of breath, chest tightness, recurrent chest infections could all be the features of COPD a smoking related irreversible chronic lung condition. Recently there has been new hope for COPD patients with recurrent exacerbation as biological treatment Dupilumab has approved for the first time in COPD in 2 countries around the world ie Germany and the UAE Its a new hope fore the hopeless patients with Emphysema /COPD #Biologics#COPD#Pulmonologist#Dubai#UAE

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Hmmmm..... When Generative Autocompleting can't help but fill in the blanks ... Autoregressive LLMs should probably have some controls at development, implementation and risk management, not blind integration into scribing workflows. https://lnkd.in/eqkS58gd

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🧠💥 Did you know that Glioblastoma (GBM) is the most aggressive form of brain cancer? By Louis Rodgers, Julia A Schulz Pauly, Bryan Maloney, Anika Hartz and Bjoern Bauer from University of Kentucky Researchers are using innovative orthotopic brain tumor models like GL261 and genetically engineered models such as TRP to better understand and combat this daunting disease. These models allow for tracking tumor growth and treatment responses through advanced in vivo imaging techniques like bioluminescence imaging (BLI). While BLI is quick and cost-effective, recent findings suggest that the luciferase gene can trigger immune responses, complicating experimental results. Their study aimed to optimize the engraftment of luciferase-expressing GBM models, revealing fascinating differences in tumor characteristics. For instance, GL261 Red-FLuc tumors were well-defined with high mitotic activity, while TRP-mCherry-FLuc tumors were larger, invasive, and necrotic. By utilizing the HALO® AI analysis platform, they found a standardized method to measure tumor volumes, enhancing the reliability of their research. What are your thoughts on the challenges of modeling aggressive cancers like GBM? Check out their findings in the video here: https://lnkd.in/gmXk2KiP This video is adapted from https://lnkd.in/g-Fkb42x Cancers MDPI #Glioblastoma #CancerResearch #InnovativeScience

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