Outpatient Surgery Magazine Archive

Infection Prevention: It pays to irrigate the abdominal cavity. It's an often overlooked, highly effective way to prevent infection.

Avoid recovery room mix-ups with pediatric patients with this Idea That Works from Santa Maria, California.

Prevent metal clips on ace bandages from poking you with this Idea That Works from Marion, Ohio.

Make sure surgical sites are marked with this Idea That Works from Fort Myers, Florida.

Behind Closed Doors: Were you raised by an OR Nurse? You can always tell when there's a nurse in the family.

Stay ahead of ergonomic injuries. Preparation is the key to prevention.

Give patients what they need for recovery with this Idea That Works from Beverly Hills, California.

Protect your tablets with this Idea That Works from Chicago, Illinois.

Business Advisor: Shopping smart for capital equipment. Yes, it's possible to upgrade your ORs without breaking the bank.

Editor's Page: Say no to surveillance cameras in the OR. A proposed law would require ASCs and hospitals to install black boxes.