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AJ Vazquez

Unseen Heroes Of The OR: Memoir of a Surgical Technologist

Have you ever wondered who keeps the operating room running smoothly during complex surgeries? Beyond the surgeon and nurses, there’s an unsung hero ensuring every instrument is in place and every step is seamless—the Surgical Technologist.

In this gripping firsthand account, follow the journey of a Surgical Technologist working in a high-pressure Level 1 Trauma Center. From heart-pounding emergencies to routine procedures, this memoir pulls back the curtain on what it’s really like to handle multiple surgical specialties, anticipate each move of the surgical team, and ensure patient safety when every second counts.

Through real-life experiences, unforgettable surgical cases, and personal insights, this book offers an unfiltered look at the challenges, triumphs, and emotional toll of life in the operating room. Whether you’re a seasoned scrub tech, healthcare student, or someone fascinated by true medical stories, this memoir is packed with inspiration, education, and a deep respect for the healthcare professionals who dedicate their lives to surgery.

Words From The Author

Throughout my career as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) and Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA), I’ve been privileged to work alongside skilled surgeons, surgical techs, nurses and many other dedicated healthcare professionals in a variety of surgical settings. This journey has provided me with invaluable insights into the critical roles that scrub techs and first assistants play in ensuring successful surgical outcomes.

Through this website and book, I aim to illuminate the pathways available in these careers, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning, and specialization. It is my token of love to share for the surgical community and I hope you all enjoy it and want to be part of it. By sharing my experiences and knowledge, I hope to inspire and guide aspiring surgical professionals toward fulfilling and impactful careers in the operating room.

Scrub Advice

For those that are just curious about what is a CST (Certified Surgical Tech), I invite you to check the AST guidelines set describing the role.

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