Periop Talk

About Periop Talk

Welcome to the Periop Talk—your go-to podcast and video series where we examine the world of perioperative nursing. Episode after episode, we're bringing you professional tips, clinical wisdom, and personal stories that'll make you feel like you're chatting with your work BFFs. Curious about the latest surgical techniques? We got you. Wondering how to navigate the challenges of the periop journey? We're here for that too. Our podcast and video series isn't just about sharing information; it's about building a community. Meet the people behind the masks, hear their journeys, and join the rotation of periop professionals making a difference. From students and new nurses to seasoned pros, we've got content for every stage of your perioperative practice. Periop Talk is your peek behind the red line to the world of perioperative nursing. It's not just about the OR—it's about the heart and soul of healthcare. Let's scrub in and share the periop love!

Publisher

Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN)

Category

health & fitness · health & fitness · science

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

5 Feb 2019

Latest episode

7 Oct 2025

Latest episodes

82 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   7 Oct 2025

   How Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Improves Patient Outcomes

   In this episode of the Periop Talk Podcast, host Hannah Campbell and guest Dr. Lisa Spruce explore Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) — a patient-centered, evidence-based approach proven to shorten recovery times and reduce complications. They discuss the purpose, importance, and implementation of ERAS protocols, and how facilities can earn recognition through AORN’s Center of Excellence in Surgical Safety: Enhanced Recovery After Surgery. Dr. Spruce shares her inspiration for...

2. 

   12 Sept 2025

   How to Go Smoke-Free in Your OR: Insights from Emerson Health

   Join Hannah Campbell, program manager for AORN's Surgical Safety Award Programs, in this episode of Periop Talk. Hannah interviews Marci Kling, a perioperative nurse educator at Emerson Health, who spearheaded the hospital's successful initiative to earn the Go Clear Award for smoke evacuation. Discover how Emerson Health transitioned to a smoke-free environment through grassroots efforts, leadership support, and staff education, leading to significant improvements in patient and staff...

3. 

   29 Aug 2025

   Building a Culture of Safety: RSI Prevention in Perioperative Care.

   In this inspiring episode, we speak with Jill O'Connor, Nurse Manager for L&D and Mother-Baby at AHN Saint Vincent Hospital, and Tracey Young, Perioperative Clinical Nurse Specialist at UPMC, about how they leveraged AORN’s Center of Excellence in Surgical Safety: RSI Prevention award program to transform surgical safety in their organizations. Through the program’s structured framework, they implemented targeted education, new technologies, strengthened interdisciplinary collaborat...

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

20 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

3 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 40 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

46

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

85

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