Editor's Page: Guilty ... Until the charges are dropped. How do you defend yourself against unfounded accusations?

Time for the Tournament of Champions! We're ready to crown a new winning team. Will you be on it?

Time to revamp your sterile processing department. Instrument sterilization is more complex than ever (can you say duodenoscopes?). Are your techs up to speed?

Find new friends at OR Excellence. Networking is easier at ORX thanks to its personal feel and intimate atmosphere.

Latest advances in post-surgical pain management. New multimodal analgesia techniques are revolutionizing how we treat post-operative pain.

Hope to see you in San Antonio for ORX VII. Come feel the difference at surgery's funnest, friendliest conference.

Lessons learned from the death of Joan Rivers. The highly publicized incident is a wake-up call for all facilities.

Doctor-Nurse Relationships: How to make them great. Learn how to bridge the physician-nurse gap in this special morning workshop.

Make connections in the ORX Exhibit Hall. Wine tasting and Martini Madness augment the evening.

2015 OR Excellence schedule at a glance.

The human spirit is stronger than anything that can happen to it. A former NFL player who lost his arm to cancer gained something in return: a unique understanding of what it takes to fight back and win.

See the sights in San Antonio. Join OR Excellence where the past and local color come alive.

Lives change in a matter of seconds. Surgical fires scar both patients and providers in a flash.

The surgeon who became a patient. You'll be more compassionate if your perspective on surgery changes.

Optimize your medication management. Consulting pharmacist discusses best practices for drug safety and security.

Top tips for saving money. Expert advice on how to cut costs without sacrificing quality.

Getting the upper hand in billing litigation. Defend yourself against payors who deny and delay payments.

Opportunity Awaits: Outpatient Total Joints are here to stay. Learn the essential elements in our special pre-conference session.

Building your surgical facility into a tusted brand. A customer loyalty expert tells you how to make surgeons and patients fall in love with your facility.

Become a better leader. Our panel of experts will help you solve your biggest staffing challenges.