Showcasing Innovation at AORN Expo
Augustine Surgical was proud to exhibit at the 2023 AORN Global Surgical Conference & Expo in San Antonio, where perioperative nurses from around the world gathered to explore the latest advancements in patient care. Our booth featured HotDog® Patient Warming, WaffleGrip® Warm & Secure™, and our newest innovation—the HotDog Return Electrode Mattress, which integrates electrosurgical grounding into patient warming.
The response from nurses and healthcare professionals was overwhelmingly positive. Many attendees expressed the urgent need for an alternative to forced-air warming products due to supply chain shortages, inconsistent performance, and contamination risks. Augustine Surgical provides a proven solution that improves patient outcomes, enhances workflow efficiency, and reduces costs.
A Look Inside the Booth
The Augustine Surgical team, including Sean Perry, walked attendees through our comprehensive temperature management solutions, explaining how they help hospitals and surgery centers streamline perioperative care:
- HotDog® Temperature Management:
- Underbody warming and over-body blankets for precise, efficient heat transfer.
- Temperature monitoring with Auto Mode, which automatically adjusts warming settings as the patient reaches normothermia—faster than competing systems.
- HotDog Return Electrode Mattress:
- An innovative 2-in-1 solution that combines patient warming and electrosurgical grounding.
- Features a universal plug compatible with multiple electrosurgical units, eliminating the need for disposable grounding pads.
- WaffleGrip® Warm & Secure™:
- A positioning and securement system designed to keep patients warm and in place during surgery.
Throughout the event, it was clear that hospitals and surgical teams are actively seeking efficient, contamination-free alternatives to forced-air warming. With the HotDog Warming System, facilities can address these challenges head-on.
Looking Ahead
The AORN Expo provided an excellent opportunity to connect with perioperative nurses, hear their concerns, and showcase how Augustine Surgical is leading the way in safer, more effective temperature management solutions. We had a great time sharing our latest innovations and look forward to returning next year with even more advancements in perioperative care.
Thank you to all the incredible nurses and healthcare professionals who stopped by Booth 1317 to learn more about our products! If you missed us at AORN but want to learn more about HotDog Patient Warming, contact us today—we’d love to share how our solutions can improve efficiency, patient safety, and cost savings in your OR.
Watch the Full Booth Tour
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