ALVIN ALCALA

Surgical procedures: neurology, neuro-spine, cardiothoracic, vascular, general surgery, plastics, gynecologic, urology, IR special procedures services.

Surgical procedures: general surgery, orthopedic, plastics, urology, IR special procedures services, throughout post anesthesia care continuum.

• Hemodynamics monitoring & management of care for patients of acute CHF, Acute MI, Renal failure, Respiratory Failure/ARDS, Septic Shock, Stroke, DKA, etc.; implementation & management of IV treatment including: Vasopressors, sedation management, analgesic, and insulin drips.
• Care of ventilator dependent patient; Skilled in TPN & Blood Product administration, Peripheral IV insertion, Chest tube management, NGT/OGT insertion, ACLS utilization, Hypothermia protocol activation Post MI.

• Circulating Role: Operating room setup per case; patient assessment & interview; maintain surgical aseptic technique; constant monitoring of patient under sedation; documentation; maintain communication and collaboration with OR staff at all times.
• Scrub Role: Surgical instrument knowledge; communication and assistance to surgeon during case.