Scrubbing In

Bringing you conversations with leaders within the operating room and healthcare community. This is Scrubbing In.

Scrubbing In with Gregg Agoston 11/01/2019

Scrubbing In with Gregg Agoston Hello and welcome to Scrubbing In, a podcast powered by SpecialtyCare. I’m Todd Schlosser and today my guest is Gregg Agoston, V.P. Surgical Services at SpecialtyCare. In this conversation, we discuss the silent epidemic that is occurring in hospitals across America, the impacts of those issues, and exactly what can be done to address them. I think you’ll be very interested to hear what he has to say regarding the rate of surgical site infections and how the sterile processing department, when utilized effectively, can mitigate those infections. Enjoy the conversation. Learn More: /episode/index/show/scrubbingin/id/11830989

Scrubbing in with Bharat Datt 10/11/2019

Scrubbing in with Bharat Datt Hello and welcome to Scrubbing In, a podcast powered by SpecialtyCare. I’m Todd Schlosser and today my guest is Bharat Datt, Director of Perfusion at Children’s Hospital of New Orleans. In this conversation, we discuss the beginning of his perfusion career in India, his transition to North America, and his passion for continued learning. I think you’ll be very interested to hear what he has to say about bloodless perfusion and his goal of using the technique in pediatric cases. Enjoy the conversation. Learn More: /episode/index/show/scrubbingin/id/11582783

Scrubbing in with Dr. Jeff Allen 10/04/2019

Scrubbing in with Dr. Jeff Allen Today my guest is Dr. Jeffrey Allen, a bariatric and general surgeon at Norton Healthcare. In this conversation, Dr. Allen and I discuss what drove him to a career in healthcare and the mentors that help shaped his surgical and aviation interests. I think you will really enjoy the section where we discuss how minimally invasive surgical techniques are really improving patient outcomes. Learn More: /episode/index/show/scrubbingin/id/11472311

Scrubbing In with Dr. Mark Li 09/20/2019

Scrubbing In with Dr. Mark Li Hello and welcome to Scrubbing In, a podcast powered by SpecialtyCare. I’m Todd Schlosser and today my guest is Dr. Mark Li, the Chief of Neurosurgery at Lehigh Valley Health Network. In this conversation, Dr. Li and I discuss how imaging has changed the way we look at and treat issues with the brain. I think you’ll particularly enjoy our discussion about the three different medical innovations that have revolutionized neurosurgery. But for now, enjoy Scrubbing in with Dr Mark Li. Learn More: /episode/index/show/scrubbingin/id/11228162

Scrubbing in with Dr. Brian Lima 09/13/2019

Scrubbing in with Dr. Brian Lima Hello and welcome to Scrubbing In, a podcast powered by SpecialtyCare. I’m Todd Schlosser and today my guest is Dr. Brian Lima, the Director of Cardiac Transplantation at Northwell Health. In our conversation, Dr. Lima and I discuss what led him to a career in healthcare, specifically heart transplantation surgery, and how his future plans may include book author. I think you’ll find our conversation about the importance of engaging a heart failure specialist early to be pretty eye-opening. But for now, enjoy Scrubbing in with Dr. Lima. Learn More: /episode/index/show/scrubbingin/id/11215703

Scrubbing in with Dr. Paul Saphier 08/30/2019

Scrubbing in with Dr. Paul Saphier In this conversation, Dr. Saphier and I discuss his desire to work in neurosurgery, how innovations in the neurosurgical space have been accelerating in the past 5 to 10 years, and how he and his team are working to provide options for stroke patients that currently have none. Learn More: /episode/index/show/scrubbingin/id/11031785

Scrubbing In with Dr. Greg Lanford 08/09/2019

Scrubbing In with Dr. Greg Lanford In this conversation, Dr. Lanford and I discuss his career path to becoming a neurosurgeon and how he incorporates an entrepreneurial spirit into his medical practice. We also discuss the factors that led him to be an early adopter of new technologies. Learn More: /episode/index/show/scrubbingin/id/10827146

Scrubbing In with Dr. James Wudel 08/02/2019

Scrubbing In with Dr. James Wudel In this conversation Dr Wudel and I discuss how he became a Cardiothoracic surgeon. We also discuss what factors can lead to heart disease, the steps we can take to avoid it, and the approach even some world-class athletes are taking to ensure strong heart health. Learn More: /episode/index/show/scrubbingin/id/10708958

Scrubbing in with Dr. Tim Feyma 07/19/2019

Scrubbing in with Dr. Tim Feyma In our conversation Dr. Feyma and I discuss how he decided to focus on Neurology, what led to his interest treating complex pediatric issues, And we discuss the great community of families that has developed around Gillette Children’s hospital. Learn More: /episode/index/show/scrubbingin/id/10584431

Scrubbing In with Cris Wedekind 07/12/2019

Scrubbing In with Cris Wedekind In this conversation Cris and I discuss the progression of his career, from perfusionist to starting his own company. We’ll also discuss how he’s helped SpecialtyCare start Perfusion Path, a 1099 opportunity for perfusionists. Learn More: /episode/index/show/scrubbingin/id/10490387

Scrubbing In with Sam Johnson 06/28/2019

Scrubbing In with Sam Johnson In this conversation, Sam and I discuss what sparked his interest in healthcare, how his career has progressed as a clinician and leader in IONM, and the importance education plays in making surgery safer. Learn More: /episode/index/show/scrubbingin/id/10315502

Scrubbing In with Caffeinated Nurses 06/14/2019

Scrubbing In with Caffeinated Nurses In this conversation, The Nurses and I discuss how they came up with the idea for the “Caffeinated Nurses” instagram account and how that grew into what it is today. We also discuss what their plans are after nursing school and how they have been, and will continue to encourage, inspire, and guide people in nursing programs around the world. Learn More: /episode/index/show/scrubbingin/id/10142617

Scrubbing In with Dr. Kai Engstad 06/07/2019

Scrubbing In with Dr. Kai Engstad In this conversation, Kai and I discuss what drew him to a career in healthcare, specifically cardiothoracic surgery. We also discuss his passion for international health and how that led him to create MYHEARTUS. We then discuss the “Golden Hour Mandate” and the impacts of that mandate on practitioners of healthcare. Enjoy the conversation. Learn More: /episode/index/show/scrubbingin/id/10061063

Scrubbing In with Shannon Barletti 05/17/2019

Scrubbing In with Shannon Barletti In this conversation, Shannon and I discuss how her interest in healthcare led her to discover perfusion as a career, and how after winning SpecialtyCare's perfusion scholarship, she can pursue her dream without all of the the financial burdens. Enjoy the conversation Learn More: /episode/index/show/scrubbingin/id/9690332

Scrubbing in with Ryan Spinka 05/10/2019

Scrubbing in with Ryan Spinka In this conversation Ryan and I discuss why he wanted to work in the healthcare field. How working in operating rooms and meeting the people that worked along side him led him to be interested in becoming a perfusionist, and how winning the Burkheart-Brown perfusion scholarship will help him reach that goal Enjoy the conversation. Learn More: /episode/index/show/scrubbingin/id/9628637

Scrubbing in with Ryan Price And Stefanie Cavanaugh 05/03/2019

Scrubbing in with Ryan Price And Stefanie Cavanaugh In this conversation, we discuss one of Ryan and Stefanie's fellow alumni Nick Rappa. Nick graduated from SUNY in 2009 among a class of five and left a huge impact on them, his family, and community. Nick’s passing in October of 2018 led the members of his graduation class to set up a memorial endowment in his name. Enjoy the conversation Learn More: /episode/index/show/scrubbingin/id/9608576

Scrubbing In with Leah Haden 05/02/2019

Scrubbing In with Leah Haden In this conversation, Leah and I discuss her excitement for winning one of four perfusion scholarships with SpecialtyCare, her unconventional route to perfusion school, and how she is following in her mother’s footsteps with her passion for healthcare. Enjoy the conversation Learn More: /episode/index/show/scrubbingin/id/9608468

Scrubbing In with Bryce Davidson 05/01/2019

Scrubbing In with Bryce Davidson In this conversation, I talk to one of the winners of SpecialtyCare’s Brown-Brukardt Perfusion Scholarship. Bryce and I discuss how he became interested in pursuing perfusion as a career and how this scholarship will help make that dream a reality. Enjoy the conversation Learn More: /episode/index/show/scrubbingin/id/9608414

Scrubbing in with Dr. Steven Hwang 04/19/2019

Scrubbing in with Dr. Steven Hwang In this conversation, Steven and I discuss how a great mentorship led him to a career in neurosurgery. We also discuss how pediatrics has its own specific challenges, both on the operating room table and in communicating with the patient. /episode/index/show/scrubbingin/id/9445127

Scrubbing in with Josh Van Beverhoudt 04/05/2019

Scrubbing in with Josh Van Beverhoudt In this conversation, Josh and I discuss how an interest in healthcare that peaked at an early age led him to a successful career. We also discuss the importance of communication in the OR and how some difficult conversations are necessary when you're focused on the best patient outcomes. Learn more about SpecialtyCare at: /episode/index/show/scrubbingin/id/9268832

Scrubbing in with Dr. Suken Shah 03/29/2019

Scrubbing in with Dr. Suken Shah In this conversation, Dr. Shah and I discuss what led him to a career in healthcare, specifically pediatric orthopedics. We also discuss how advanced technology in surgical techniques has led to better patient outcomes and how he is sharing this knowledge with surgeons around the globe. Enjoy the conversation. /episode/index/show/scrubbingin/id/9179636

Scrubbing In at AmSCET 03/22/2019

Scrubbing In at AmSCET Scrubbing In was honored to attended the AmSECT conference in Nashville and we took this opportunity to interview some thought leaders in the perfusion space. In this episode, you’ll hear three of these amazing interviews. Learn more about SpecialtyCare at: /episode/index/show/scrubbingin/id/9103721

Scrubbing In with Noah benShea 03/15/2019

Scrubbing In with Noah benShea In this conversation, Noah and I discuss the path that led him to become an inspirational author, poet, and philosopher. And like any true philosophical discussion, the conversation moves deeper into the importance of persistence and integrity. Learn more about SpecialtyCare at: /episode/index/show/scrubbingin/id/9008936

Scrubbing In with Former Senator Dr Bill Frist 02/01/2019

Scrubbing In with Former Senator Dr Bill Frist In this conversation, Lee talks with Dr. Frist about his background as a surgeon, and how companies can create a culture of innovation. They also discuss how his work in the U.S. Senate helped change the government’s view of AIDS and AIDS treatment. Learn more about SpecialtyCare at: /episode/index/show/scrubbingin/id/8455550

Scrubbing in with Eric Tesdahl 01/25/2019

Scrubbing in with Eric Tesdahl In this conversation, Eric and I discuss the importance of and process of data collection at SpecialtyCare and how this information is analyzed and converted into peer-reviewed research papers. /episode/index/show/scrubbingin/id/8369921

Scrubbing in with Demoine Pierce-Barrett 01/18/2019

Scrubbing in with Demoine Pierce-Barrett In this conversation, Demonie and I discuss how SpecialtyCare’s Information Services department provides around-the-clock support to employees in ORs across the country and the unique challenges that can bring to her small team. Learn more about SpecialtyCare at: /episode/index/show/scrubbingin/id/8287040

Scrubbing in with Kari Zagar 01/11/2019

Scrubbing in with Kari Zagar In this conversation, Kari and I discuss what led her to a career in healthcare, the importance of trust and communication in an OR setting, and how her passion for service changes lives in Uganda Learn more about SpecialtyCare at: https://specialtycareus.com/ /episode/index/show/scrubbingin/id/8208773

Scrubbing in with Zander Jones 01/04/2019

Scrubbing in with Zander Jones In this conversation, Chris and Zander discuss the changes in the landscape of healthcare marketing, the fear of social media marketing, and the benefits of giving the creative team creative freedom. /episode/index/show/scrubbingin/id/8124500

Scrubbing in with Rory Vaden 12/21/2018

Scrubbing in with Rory Vaden In this conversation, Lee and Rory discuss the importance of building a personal brand in healthcare and how to leverage it to grow your reputation and increase revenue. /episode/index/show/scrubbingin/id/7967666

Scrubbing in with Andy Stasko 12/14/2018

Scrubbing in with Andy Stasko In this conversation, Lee and Andy discuss how a friend inspired him to enroll in perfusion school, what a smart career choice perfusion is, and how SpecialtyCare is offering financial assistance to students with the Brown-Brukardt Perfusion Scholarship. /episode/index/show/scrubbingin/id/7866758

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