Regulations around surgical smoke evacuation are continuing to evolve — and healthcare facilities across the country are being called to prepare.
As more states enact legislation requiring smoke evacuation in operating rooms, the conversation around OR safety is becoming more important than ever. These changes reflect growing awareness of the risks associated with surgical smoke exposure and the importance of protecting perioperative teams and patients alike.
Our recent blog explores:
✔️ The growing momentum behind smoke evacuation legislation
✔️ What these regulatory changes mean for hospitals and surgical teams
✔️ Why proactive preparation and education matter
Read more here: https://t.co/iHwasN53tW
#ORSafety #SurgicalSmoke #SmokeEvacuation #PatientSafety #PerioperativeNursing
Surgical smoke makes everyone in the OR vulnerable to health risks.
Click here to watch Dr. Jasenka Kraljević explain the dangers of surgical smoke and the health impacts it causes. https://t.co/VSvboWtTij
#WomenInSurgery#StopSurgicalSmoke#ORSafety#ClearTheAir
Maryland Nurses: Join Vangie Dennis, MSN, RN, CMLSO, CNOR, FAORN, FAAN and CONMED on June 23rd for an exclusive surgical smoke event!
Learn more about how to effectively implement a smoke evacuation policy and stay compliant with upcoming legislation. Network with peers, gain valuable insights, and enjoy a private dining experience. Plus, earn 1 CE credit from OR Today!
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Every procedure is about more than a clinical outcome — it’s about helping people return to the lives, routines, and moments that matter most to them.
At CONMED, we believe innovation should support healthcare providers not only in the operating room, but in the impact they make long after the procedure is complete.
Our recent blog reflects on the purpose behind what we do every day: empowering surgeons and care teams with solutions designed to help patients move forward with confidence.
Read the full blog here: https://t.co/nyyYkPvDRc
#PatientOutcomes #HealthcareInnovation #MedTech #ThisisCONMED
When the OR team speaks, we listen—and build solutions together.
See why surgical teams trust CONMED. https://t.co/fPi28F49JX
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He coached his son's football team last Saturday.
Ten months ago, he had a procedure.
His surgeon used CONMED tools that are trusted across years and hundreds of cases.
He recovered.
He went back to his life.
He's on the field on a Saturday morning, completely himself again.
Around 4,000 people at CONMED go to work every day in service of that moment.
This is CONMED.
A pattern of female surgeon infertility… is it a coincidence or something more?
Watch as Dr. Jasenka Kraljević explains the negative impact surgical smoke has on women’s health. Watch the full episode here: https://t.co/kaEXbDIL00
#WomenInSurgery#StopSurgicalSmoke #ClearTheAir #ORSafety
This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.
Their courage, dedication, and selflessness continue to inspire us every day. We extend our gratitude to all who have served and to the families who carry their legacy forward.
Most medical device companies own a corner of the OR.
CONMED is trusted across all of it.
Not a portfolio strategy.
A 56-year commitment to surgical excellence.
One specialty, one procedure, one patient at a time.
This is CONMED.
A hazard we’ve normalized does not have to put a woman’s health at risk.
Join Dr. Jasenka Kraljević as she dives into the consequences surgical smoke has on women’s health. Watch the full episode here: https://t.co/kaEXbDIL00
#WomenInSurgery#PerioperativeSafety #StopSurgicalSmoke #ClearTheAir
Invisible risks in the OR deserve visible solutions. Surgical smoke plume is more than a byproduct of surgery — it can expose OR staff to harmful chemicals. With nearly 90% of surgeries generating surgical smoke, awareness and protection matter more than ever.*
Our recent blog explores the risks of surgical plume exposure and how smoke management solutions can help create a safer environment for surgical teams.
Read more: https://t.co/TrA1wFZooN
#SurgicalSmoke #SmokeEvacuation #ORSafety #HealthcareInnovation #PatientSafety
*Steege AL, Boiano JM, Sweeney MH. Secondhand smoke in the operating room? Precautionary practices lacking for surgical smoke. Am J Ind Med. 2016;59(11):1020-1031
What makes the BioBrace® Reinforced BioInductive Implant stand out to Dustin Constant, DPM? He answers this and more in the first episode of our Foot and Ankle Expert Video Series.
Watch the full episode here: https://t.co/Tthz1wNxzr
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Some companies sell products.
Some change procedures.
Some quietly help change lives.
For 56 years, CONMED has been asking one simple question – What do healthcare professionals need that they don’t have yet?
From a kitchen table in Utica to operating rooms around the world, this is the story of relentless innovation, bold moves, and a mission that never changed.
This is more than company history.
This is people, purpose, and progress behind every breakthrough.
This is CONMED.
Read the full story here: https://t.co/xkFkTWSXm1
#ThisisCONMED
CONMED champions bold innovation that delivers exceptional outcomes without the sky-high costs.
Powering the future of med-tech solutions. Powered by CONMED. https://t.co/IlT17mT5KQ
#MedTech#HealthcareProcurement#CostSaving
What happens when you operate at high pressure in the abdomen?
Prof. Jan Mulier explains the impact of high pressure laparoscopic surgery on the mesothelial cells.
Hear more from Prof. Mulier here: https://t.co/6kST55lnZ9
#LowStablePressure#LaparoscopicSurgery#AirSeal#MIS #Anesthesiology
You focus on the outcome. We’ll make sure you have the tools to get there.
Choose advanced med-tech solutions. Choose CONMED. https://t.co/fPi28F49JX
#MedTech#HealthcareInnovation
Around 3500 people work at CONMED.
Different roles.
Different expertise.
Different perspectives.
But one shared focus.
Helping healthcare providers deliver better outcomes for patients.
When the mission is that clear, you don't lose sight of why the work matters.
No matter where you sit.
No matter what you do.
This is CONMED.
From surgical precision to system efficiency, our solutions are designed to deliver clinical excellence without compromising value. Powering smarter medical devices. Powered by CONMED. https://t.co/IlT17mT5KQ
Find out how the BioBrace® Reinforced BioInductive Implant adapts in various foot and ankle procedures with Dustin Constant, DPM.
Missed this episode? Watch the full video here: https://t.co/wb607TRE2n
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