A Global Perspective on the Surgical Profession

By Cindy Mask, CST, FAST, AA, BAAS, Surgical Technology Program Director, Tarrant Community College

As a surgical technologist, I am constantly aware of the diversity of our patients. As an educator, I realize the diversity of the students I teach. As a citizen of the world, I understand how we must educate ourselves of the difference and similarities in people around the world.

This desire to be a global citizen has led me to seek out knowledge for my students. I want to know what happens in operating rooms and surgical suites around the world. Who is the person scrubbing the case? Do they have certified surgical technologist and, if so, what kind of training is required?  

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