In this episode of the Surgical Assistant Podcast, host John interviews Dr. Terry Herring, division chair for surgical services and director/founder of the Fayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC) Surgical First Assistant program, launched in 2019. Herring explains the program is entirely online with a paid, work-based learning clinical component where students count cases at their current employer under surgeon preceptorship. Admission requires candidates to be credentialed surgical technologists and already hold an associate degree. They discuss certification expectations, professional organization membership, and why SFA roles are growing as a cost-effective hospital model.

For Information of enrolling in FTCC's SFA program or program questions please contact Dr. Herring at:

herringt@faytechcc.edu

Welcome to Season 2 of the Surgical Assistant Podcast!

In this episode, Kelly and John dive into the world of hernias, starting with inguinal hernias. They discuss the basics of what a hernia is, the differences between direct and indirect inguinal hernias, and highlight key anatomical landmarks. They also touch on the historical evolution of hernia surgery and offer practical tips on prepping and draping for these procedures. Stay tuned for insights on mesh types, surgical techniques, and more to keep you informed and at the top of your game in the OR. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated with our latest episodes!

00:00 Welcome to Season Two

00:30 Introduction to Hernia Series

01:22 Understanding Hernias

03:44 Inguinal Hernia Anatomy

05:07 Direct vs Indirect Hernias

09:22 Hernia Repair Techniques

11:39 Historical Evolution of Hernia Surgery

14:24 Anatomical Landmarks and Surgical Considerations

14:40 Triangle of Pain and Triangle of Doom

17:17 Robotic and Laparoscopic Approaches

25:06 Critical Anatomy in Hernia Surgery

25:33 Regional Variations in Surgical Techniques

26:23 Prepping and Draping for Inguinal Hernia Surgery

32:10 Open Inguinal Hernia Repair: Step-by-Step

34:43 Mesh Types and Techniques in Hernia Repair

39:21 Robotic and Laparoscopic Hernia Repair

42:26 Tips and Tricks for Surgical Assistants

49:02 Conclusion and Upcoming Events

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Welcome to another episode of the Surgical Assistant Podcast! Join John and Kelly as they sit down with Dan Payson and Lou Magrone from Allstar Surgical Assist, a New Jersey-based company aiming to revolutionize the field of surgical assisting. This episode delves into the innovative billing model introduced by Allstar Surgical Assist, which sets out to provide a game-changing solution for independent surgical assistants. Learn how this model alleviates the common headaches tied to insurance reimbursements and variability in income, allowing surgical assistants to control their schedules and focus on what they do best. Listen in as Dan and Lou share their insights, the onboarding process, and how they support providers in growing their own first assist businesses. This episode is jam-packed with valuable information for anyone in the surgical assisting field or those considering making the switch to an independent practice. Don't forget to check out the links in the description for more information!

https://allstarssurgical.com

info@allstarssurgical.com