EPISODE · Mar 25, 2026 · 5 MIN
Top 10: General Surgery
from First Case Podcast · host First Case Media
General surgery is where many perioperative nurses begin their OR journey. It's one of the most diverse and foundational specialties in the operating room, touching everything from colorectal and thyroid cases to breast, abdominal, and head & neck procedures. In this First Case Articles-On-The-Go, Lindsay Joyce, MSN, RN, CNOR breaks down the Top 10 things OR teams should know about general surgery - from being ready to convert laparoscopic cases to open, to understanding patient positioning, implants, ERAS protocols, hemostatic agents, and proper drain management. Whether you're new to the OR or just need a refresher, this episode highlights why versatility, preparation, and attention to detail are essential in one of surgery's broadest specialties. ------- Articles On-the-Go presents perioperative insights from written articles in a creative, easy to listen, audio format. Think audio book, meets busy Operating Room professional! #operatingroom #generalsurgery #ornurse #nurse #scrubtech
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