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Could a surgical technologist suture in the operating room?
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Legally , No: IN most of the States only a physician ( surgeon ) has privilege (s) to perform a surgical procedure , how ever a PA can do under supervision , surgical technologist may assist like cutting the suture , not allowed
Answered 1/1/2019
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