Operating Room Briefing

Adapted from the aviation industry, our surgical team to holds a briefing, timeout and debriefing before every procedure conducted in the OR.

Briefing

Based on World Health Organization guidelines and checklist, our surgical team holds a briefing, timeout and debriefing before every procedure conducted in the OR.

Timeout

Before an incision is made the team takes a timeout to:

• Have all team members have introduced themselves by name and role
• Reconfirm that they are operating on the right person with the correct surgery on the correct side of the body
• Discuss patient safety concerns

Debriefing

Before the surgeon and patient leave the room, the team confirms:

• All instruments sponges and needles are accounted for
• All specimens are accurately labeled
• All medications are secured

They also document any delays in the case and discuss any permanent changes to the equipment/instruments used in this type of case.