Mon Mar 10 2025

I had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Richard Marn — a physician, pediatric anesthesiologist, and co-founder of Blue Pacific Medical Simulation. We dove deep into a crucial but often overlooked topic: emergency preparedness in dental and oral surgery offices. Let me tell you, the gaps in readiness are shocking. Many dental teams assume they're prepared because they’ve taken a BLS course or have an emergency kit somewhere in the office. But guess what? Expired meds, missing portable oxygen, and teams that freeze in critical moments are far too common. Dr. Marn didn’t just point out the problems — he shared real, practical solutions. His focus is on building teamwork, boosting confidence, and creating solid habits that save lives. He broke it down into four key pillars: -Infrastructure: Is your emergency kit up to date? Does your team even know how to use it? -Competency: Are your skills sharp, or are you relying on a BLS certificate from two years ago? -Culture: Does your team ...