Operation Collaboration: Supply Chain - The Art and Science of Having What You Need
Release Date: 01/05/2026
Cancelled Flight vs Cancelled Case
First Case Podcast
What does a canceled flight have in common with a canceled surgical case? More than you might think. In today's article, Lindsay Joyce, MSN, RN, CNOR shares a personal travel story that unexpectedly reframed how she thinks about case cancellations by seeing them through the patient’s perspective. Through delays, rebookings, confusion, and loss of control, she draws a powerful parallel between airline disruptions and the very real emotional, financial, and logistical impact a canceled case can have on patients and their families. This article is a timely reminder that while a cancellation may...
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Operation Collaboration: Supply Chain - The Art and Science of Having What You Need
First Case Podcast
We’re kicking off Season 18 of First Case with a topic that impacts every single case we run, but doesn’t always get the spotlight it deserves: supply chain. In this season premiere, we’re joined by Gary Skinner of Discover S3 Consulting to talk about what really happens behind the scenes to make surgery possible. From onboarding new surgeons and managing backorders to building trust, improving communication, managing expectations, and keeping the mission focused on the patient, this conversation makes one thing clear: when supply chain and the OR aren’t aligned, everyone feels...
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Surgical Conscience: Linking Safe Surgery & Infection Prevention
First Case Podcast
Have you ever heard the term “surgical conscience”? Do you know what it means? Joining us today to discuss this critical component in surgical care is Danielle Quintana, PhD, MSN-ED, RN, CNOR-E, Assistant Professor, University of Houston Gessner College of Nursing. Tune in as we discover what defines surgical conscience, the 3 components that is has, and how surgical conscience is connected with infection prevention. Don’t miss it! Love our show? Download our First Case mobile app on: 📲 Apple users: https://zcu.io/gExL Android users: https://zcu.io/j7Kx Or you can subscribe to the...
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Christmas Eve in the OR
First Case Podcast
This week's episode of the First Case "Articles On-The-Go" series is written by Melanie Perry, BSN, RN, CNOR. In this playful poem, Melanie highlights the hard work of those in the operating room, especially during the holiday season, and reminds us all that what we do every single day makes a difference in the lives of our patients.
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Thriving Through Uncertainty: Modern Approaches to Change Management
First Case Podcast
Happy Holidays! As we celebrate the season, we're giving you a special bonus episode of First Case featuring Phyllis Quinlan, RN, President and CEO of MFW Consultants. In this timely conversation, Phyllis shares powerful insights on navigating persistent uncertainty, reframing “change” as growth and evolution, and leading teams with empathy, clarity, and solidarity during unprecedented times. As we close out the year and look ahead to what’s next, this episode offers practical wisdom for leaders and perioperative professionals facing ongoing change without losing sight of their mission...
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Top 10: Orthopedic Surgery
First Case Podcast
Orthopedics is one of the busiest, and most equipment-intensive, service lines in health care. In this First Case Articles on the Go episode, Lindsay Joyce and Melanie Perry break down the Top 10 (plus one) foundational things every perioperative professional should know about working in orthopedic surgery. From nerve blocks and imaging to implants, positioning, labs, and dressings, this episode focuses on the universal essentials that set teams up for safe, efficient, and successful orthopedic cases. 🎧 Listen in for practical insights that help make orthopedics feel more manageable and a...
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What is Infection Prevention? Discovering the Role of Infection Preventionists
First Case Podcast
Have you ever wondered just what the Infection Preventionist (IP) was doing when they came into your Operating Room? Well, you’re not alone! In this season premiere of Season 9, we speak to Jill Holdsworth, Manager of Infection Prevention at Emory University Hospital Midtown. In this episode, we’re going to learn about the role of the IP in the hospital, what they’re looking for when they come into the OR, and discover how we can build relationships with our IPs and improve collaboration between our departments. Tune in now! Love our show? Download our First Case mobile app on: 📲...
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Stop, Communicate, and Listen: Mastering the Art of Active Listening
First Case Podcast
While we wait for Season 18, here's a throwback to Season 8! How do our body language, our situational awareness, and our ability to listen play into our ability to communicate? Find out in today’s interview with Kristy Wheeler, RN and OR Nurse Leader! Listening is a critical component of communication, and we can’t communicate effectively if we can’t listen. Developing good listening skills is important for everyone in our department, from frontline staff to leadership. We’ll learn tips for active listening, the importance of body language, and how listening helps improve...
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Top 10: Gynecology
First Case Podcast
Gynecology surgery presents unique challenges that require preparation, precision, and strong clinical awareness. In this new First Case: Articles on the Go episode, Lindsay Joyce, MSN, RN, CNOR, shares 10 essential insights every perioperative professional should know before stepping into a GYN case, from preventing nerve injuries and ensuring privacy to managing equipment and verifying complex specimens. If you support gynecology procedures or lead teams who do, this quick, practical rundown is worth your time. Here’s what you need to know to set your team and your patient up for success!
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Your Personalized Self: Understanding the Importance of Self-Advocacy in the Interview Process
First Case Podcast
Season 17 has come to an end, but while we wait for Season 18, here's a throwback to Season 8! What should I include on my resume? What questions should I be asking? Discover the answer to these questions and more in today’s interview with Krista Whiting, VP of healthcare recruitment at Parkwood International. As an experienced healthcare recruiter, Krista offers her years of insight to us as she helps us understand how to succeed during an interview. We’re going to learn how to communicate about ourselves during an interview and how to properly advocate for ourselves. Plus, Krista will...
info_outlineWe’re kicking off Season 18 of First Case with a topic that impacts every single case we run, but doesn’t always get the spotlight it deserves: supply chain. In this season premiere, we’re joined by Gary Skinner of Discover S3 Consulting to talk about what really happens behind the scenes to make surgery possible.
From onboarding new surgeons and managing backorders to building trust, improving communication, managing expectations, and keeping the mission focused on the patient, this conversation makes one thing clear: when supply chain and the OR aren’t aligned, everyone feels it. If you’ve ever scrambled for missing supplies, dealt with last-minute surprises, or wondered how these gaps could be avoided, this episode is for you.
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