“There have been recent advances in technology so that hospitals now have options for sharps safety products that have a similar 'feel' to the surgeon and this has prompted the O.R. to make a serious effort in evaluating these new technologies.”
“Try all the devices in a particular category, regardless of the brand or size of the company that is producing them. Many times there is great technology in a little know brand that may be overlooked in favor of the larger, more well-known brands. Don't make this mistake – try them all – and let the clinical evaluation and safety team be the litmus test on which ones are incorporated into practice.”
