About me
I'm Mario. I've been a surgical technologist since 2004, which means more than 20 years of setting up sterile fields, running counts, and learning to anticipate the surgeon's next move.
I started OR Veteran to share what the operating room has taught me: practical tips, instrument know-how, and practice questions to help new and returning techs get ready for the CST exam. Faith and family keep me grounded, and helping the next generation of techs is how I want to give back.
“When in doubt, throw it out.”
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The OR Veteran's Exam Prep for Surgical Technologists
A practical study guide written from the OR floor, with practice questions built around how the job really works. Join The Back Table newsletter to hear first when it's ready.
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