The operating department practitioner (ODP) ensures all instruments and equipment are available within the sterile area.
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5060 x 3492 px | 42.8 x 29.6 cm | 16.9 x 11.6 inches | 300dpiDate taken:
21 January 2011Location:
Southampton, UKMore information:
An Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) is a member of the scrub team at a surgical operation, working with the surgeon to ensure all instruments and equipment are available within the sterile area. The ODP can act as principal assistant to the surgeon and be responsible for handing the instruments to the surgeon during the operation. Photographed at Western General Hospital, Southampton, UK.