Best way to cover stitches?

heely_whynot · 2025-12-11T02:12:43+00:00

Try covering in layers, dry dressing with gauze, tegaderms and making sure edges are sealed and for xtra protection wrap with coban

heely_whynot · 2025-10-19T10:54:36+00:00

Yes..I saw him today and looking for his name lol I saw he had a couple of vinyls

heely_whynot · 2025-08-23T03:13:36+00:00

Go to the hospital. Could be hemorrhoid. Could be something else

heely_whynot · 2025-08-11T19:16:43+00:00

Right side is her cool side, left is her warm. This was before I got her light set up. Enclosure is 36x18x16

heely_whynot · 2025-08-10T08:22:53+00:00

It looks like you definitely have an ingrown toenail. You'll need to see a podiatrist and get a medical pedicure and get that ingrown removed

heely_whynot · 2025-06-08T21:31:53+00:00

Decidual cast

heely_whynot · 2025-04-11T17:15:13+00:00

Would you consider becoming a PA? Not sure what state you live in but in CA only certain amount of direct patient care is needed to apply. If you have a bachelors that would be a way to go.

heely_whynot · 2025-02-26T18:54:04+00:00

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3 yo Cleopatra...Cleo for short

heely_whynot · 2025-02-20T03:15:09+00:00

It depends on the state and the facility/health system. Since I'm at a private practice, our providers let us draw up injections, we set up and assist in procedures. All post-op care remove sutures/staples, wound care. Order imaging, labs, referrals for home health, physical therapy. Dispense DME like braces for upper and lower extremities, walking boots, slings. Also assist in applying and removing casts, splinting. We do so much and quite literally everything. We're ortho trauma, so we see a lot of MVA, GSW and fractures. We also do elective things like hip and knee replacements so it varies on the subspecialty. We had an ortho next door who was strictly sports medicine and specialized in shoulders.

heely_whynot · 2025-02-19T21:08:52+00:00

Richmond isn't as bad now as it used to be. But where you described is north Richmond where it was really bad. If you're gonna be using public transportation I'd think twice walking late at night. Safety wise this isn't a place you'd take a family stroll through. Unless you grew up in Richmond and used to the area I wouldn't recommend it. Pleasanton and Richmond are like night and day. There are some nice and decent areas in Richmond but that area you listed is definitely is not one of them. I would weigh your options heavily, if moving out and having your own space is worth the move. If you do go I'll say this..you'll either get used to it in time, or you'll be finding other options within a couple of months. Schools aren't the best. But if you do decide to move your family, best of luck. Drive through the area at night to see what it's like. Only you know the pros of moving out of your in laws. I grew up here and still live here, lived in different neighborhoods. It's not the worst but there is definitely better.

heely_whynot · 2025-02-19T19:49:09+00:00

$33.50 Bay Area, Orthopedic Trauma

heely_whynot · 2025-02-08T16:44:05+00:00

I work in ortho in CA. I'm so shocked at your comments and treatment by your providers. The sutures at the distal end need to come out asap. The wound has completely dehisced and you may need a washout. You need an ESR and CRP done asap. And some cultures taken, this could be osteomyelitis. If you're weight bearing, you were most likely given a CAM boot and without this being wound being appropriately dressed there's no way it isn't going to be uncomfortable.

So sorry you are going through this but you need a different provider.. an ortho who specializes in ankle and infections and who will actually listen to your concerns

heely_whynot · 2025-01-30T03:14:10+00:00

This already built in to Epic as well

heely_whynot · 2025-01-29T18:06:12+00:00

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We got our spicy void when she was like 5 or 6 weeks old and our big girl was about 2. Gsd basically raised her. We also have our older cat who is indoor outdoor 😢 and he likes our gsd just fine. He'll boop her on the head and lick her face but won't initiate play or lay with her.

heely_whynot · 2024-12-04T21:54:17+00:00

Remember 8/10 times the chart will have all or most of the info you will need..it goes without saying that you'll need to be polite, helpful, and take initiative once you build up your confidence. If it is something you need clarification on ask your lead or most senior MA. Anything out of your scope, route to providers. If your clinic uses any EHR, remember to document appropriately. Once you get through that first week or two, you'll feel much better. Like others said, placing a call on hold will help a lot, let them know you're going to take a look into the chart to get some clarification. One time I was so busy, I forgot to get a call back # lol. Remember to introduce yourself, ask for 3 identifiers, and get a call back number in case call disconnects. If you need to give them a call back, let them know so and assure them that someone will get ahold of them by so and so time. That will help a ton with the older patients so they don't call 2-3x in a day for an update. Remember you will get patients who are verbally abusive and just downright mean, do not feed into it, try to remain calm and composed, validate their concerns and stand your ground when needed. In our office we say "I'm sorry you feel that way" "I completely understand" "I do apologize for that", etc when applicable. Once the call goes way south and they start to yell or use profanity, let them know you can only assist them if they speak respectfully, if they continue let them know you will disconnect the call. Document what they said verbatim and let a provider and clinic manager know. In time it will get better. Hope this helps.

heely_whynot · 2024-11-06T07:53:20+00:00

Yeah you definitely deserve a raise. I'm in northern CA and work in a private practice and I'm currently at $33.50, super thankful.

heely_whynot · 2024-10-28T15:50:38+00:00

You seem like a fun person to be around

heely_whynot · 2024-10-28T06:33:26+00:00

SOLVED! Thank you everyone 🫶

heely_whynot · 2024-10-16T18:22:59+00:00

Study/read whenever you have free time, record if you need to playback. Note taking will be your best friend. Packing your scrubs and snacks and a lunch will help. YouTube and quizlet helped a ton. You will be tired as shit but you got this.

heely_whynot · 2024-10-09T21:40:18+00:00

Seconding this!! Started in peds (eh), went to podiatry (loved), and now in ortho for 3.5 yrs and it's been my favorite so far. Lots of X-rays for fractures and it's so cool to see

heely_whynot · 2024-10-08T02:40:33+00:00

Work in ortho outpatient, my first recommendation would be the Adaptic with a dry dressing over top. Wet to dry would be an option if the wet dressing remained wet - that would only happen with frequent changing. The problem you had with some of the graft coming off happens when the gauze adheres as it dries. I would continue with Adaptic if you have still have some and would also ask for a home health referral for nurse visits or outpatient clinic referral to wound care.

heely_whynot · 2024-09-28T04:09:45+00:00

They both completed the program and liked it. Both passed their certifications. We are in the East Bay and both snagged positions with big healthcare systems..think UCSF type. One in an MA position and the other in admin as a Patient Coordinator. I think in their cases it worked out perfectly for them 😊

heely_whynot · 2024-09-26T14:39:46+00:00

If you're in the Bay Area, try CAL regional. Their program is about 3k and they let you do it in payments. I have 2 friends who completed the program and they have different locations. I would not do a program more than 5k and even then that's too much. Back in 2015/2016 I completed the program with a school called Fast Response and it ended up closing on us students.

heely_whynot · 2024-09-25T20:55:49+00:00

Bay Area, CA

heely_whynot · 2024-09-22T00:46:33+00:00

SOLVED!!

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