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Doniger, MD, RDMS, FAAP, FACEP One of the most appealing aspects of ultrasound is its inherent safety. With images generated using sound waves, rather than with the use of ionizing radiation, use of point-of-care ultrasound in Pediatric Emergency Medicine has risen dramatically. In this article by Dr. Stephanie J. Doniger, emergency physicians can learn more about improving the safety and quality of Pediatric Emergency Care with point-of-care ultrasound. This article, the first in a two-part series, provides an overview of potential life-saving applications for the use of point-of-care ultrasound in pediatric emergency medicine including specifics regarding implementation. READ MORE Establishing an Acute Pain Medicine Program That Adds Value November 22, 2017 Anesthesiology News Edward R. Mariano, MD, MAS With growing concern regarding the opioid epidemic in the United States, Dr. Edward Mariano, Chief of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Care Service at the Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System and Professor, Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative, and Pain Medicine at the Stanford University School of Medicine outlines a series of strategies for success for hospitals in starting an acute pain medicine program. Initiating an acute pain medicine program can add significant value to a hospital through improved post-operative pain control, faster recovery, decreased side effects, and higher patient satisfaction. Dr. Mariano’s recently published article in a special edition of Anesthesiology News directs hospitals on how to start a Perioperative Surgical Home model, including the use of ultrasound guidance when performing regional anesthesia techniques, and be successful. Read this article to learn more and watch the associated video: READ MORE Need to Purchase Imaging Equipment? Consider All Costs of Ownership. October 26, 2017 Becker's Hospital CFO Report Rich Fabian, Chief Operation Officer, Fujifilm SonoSite With healthcare providers becoming more concerned about the cost of providing services to their patients, the purchasing decision regarding imaging equipment, including new or replacement ultrasound systems, needs to include an analysis of the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) over the lifetime of that imaging equipment. Rich Fabian, Chief Operating Officer, FUJIFILM SonoSite, shares a roadmap for those making purchasing decisions regarding what are the soft-costs that need to be taken into account when evaluating the TCO of a new piece of imaging equipment. READ MORE Four Secrets of Implementing a Successful Ultrasound-Guided Vascular Access Program with Nurse Leadership September 8, 2017 Becker's Infection Control and Clinical Quality Judy Padula, MSN, RN and Matthew Ostroff, ARNP With hospitals continuing to be measured on patient safety related criteria such as number of central-line associated blood stream infections, it is important for hospital leadership to be ready to implement programs with nurse lead ultrasound-guided vascular access teams. Vice President, Patient Services and Chief Nursing Officer of St. Joseph’s Healthcare System in Paterson, NJ, Judy Padula, MSN, RN and Matthew Ostroff, ARNP, Vascular Access Specialist, share their experiences implementing a system-wide ultrasound guided vascular access program offering the 4 secrets to its success – with success being increased patient satisfaction and cost savings. READ MORE Fujifilm initiates a Phase I clinical trial of Anti-Cancer Drug FF-10101 in the United States in patients with Relapsed or Refractory Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) August 9, 2017 FUJIFILM Corporation (President: Kenji Sukeno) announced the commencement of a Phase I clinical trial of its anti-cancer drug FF-10101 in the Unites States in patients with relapsed or refractory acute myeloid leukemia (AML). READ MORE 2017 - The Year For Expansion In Ultrasound-Guided Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures February 23, 2017 HealthCare Business News Jill Rathbun, Managing Partner at Galileo Consulting Group, Arlington, VA With the future of the Affordable Care Act in flux, this may be a time for healthcare providers to evaluate their practices and see how they provide more for their patients and communities. By expanding service offerings, healthcare providers can attract more patients and elevate their patient's level of satisfaction. Read this article to find out how 2017 may be the year for expansion of ultrasound-guided surgical procedures using ultrasound guided breast biopsies as an example. READ MORE Ultrasound-Guided Vascular Access Program Saves St. Joseph's $3.5 Million February 10, 2017 Becker's Infection Control & Clinical Quality Matthew Ostroff, ARNP The American College of Emergency Physicians issued a policy statement in 2016 advocating a new safety standard for vascular access through the use of ultrasound guidance. St. Joseph's Healthcare System, in Paterson, N.J., launched a program that has yielded significant safety and quality of care improvements for all patients requiring vascular access. This article describes how St. Joseph's cut healthcare costs and improved patient outcomes by achieving the "one-stick standard". READ MORE Integrating Ultrasound Services Into Your Practice - Five Reasons December 2016 Could Be The Right Time December 6, 2016 Becker's Hospital Review Jill Rathbun, Managing Partner at Galileo Consulting Group, Arlington, VA Since the election there have been many articles written discussing the future of the Affordable Care Act under a President-Elect Trump Administration and a Republican Congress. It is important that physicians and office administrators understand the real impact by reading this article. READ MORE Six Secrets of Implementing Ultrasound in Pediatric Emergency Medicine October 4, 2016 Becker's Hospital Review Russ Horowitz, MD, RDMS Ultrasound is an important tool for rapid assessment of trauma patients, CVC and regional nerve block placement, facilitating difficult PIV access, and assessing cardiac function during resuscitations. In this article, Russ Horowitz, MD, RDMS, discusses six strategies to help implement ultrasound at the bedside in pediatric emergency medicine. READ MORE 1 2 3 4 next › last » NEED INFORMATION OR HELP? Connect with an ultrasound expert today. Contact Us STAY INFORMED Get product updates, the latest ultrasound news and more! Subscribe LIKE THIS PAGE? Share It! Connect with SonoSite Fujifilm SonoSite is a proud member of the National Patient Safety Foundation's Patient Safety Coalition. FUJIFILM SonoSite, Inc. the SonoSite logo and other trademarks not owned by third parties are registered and unregistered trademarks of FUJIFILM SonoSite, Inc. in various jurisdictions. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. © 2018 FUJIFILM SonoSite, Inc. All Rights Reserved Privacy Policy Modern Slavery Act Statement Accessibility Terms of Use