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June 12th is National Time Out Day and all of us at Healthmark would
like to take this time to bring awareness to the surgical "time out." It is an important practice that helps ensure a successful and safe surgical outcome.
The surgical "time out” is a universal protocol that is performed
in the operating room, immediately before the planned procedure is initiated. It helps prevent wrong site, wrong procedure, and wrong person surgery.
This communication may lead to ultimate success or failure depending
on how you plan. Products that alert staff to take a critical pause during surgery preparation help ensure these steps are taking place, especially when feeling rushed.
Products like medical grade paper bags with "Time Out" printed on
them help provide such communication. Other products like signs and labels are also useful to keep constant reminders around at all times.
Matt Smith
Senior Manager of Marketing
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