Explore essential elements of preoperative patient preparation in this 43-minute physician grand rounds presentation. Delve into strategies for minimizing risks, defending against complications, and critically evaluating the concept of "clearing" patients for surgery. Examine real-world case studies that highlight the importance of thorough preoperative assessment and communication. Learn about the Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocol and its application in total joint procedures. Gain insights into crucial preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative considerations. Discover how to effectively integrate these elements to ensure optimal patient outcomes and reduce potential complications in surgical procedures.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
Elements to consider in minimizing risk, and defending complications
Can we actually "Clear" a patient for surgery?
What Actually Happened?
Who was Going to Check on that?
What's the Plan?
Where's the Polyp?
Time to Quit!
What's in your Diet?
What Is ERAS?
Preoperative Total Joint
Intraoperative
Postoperative
Putting it all Together...
Taught by
Mary Greeley Medical Center
