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

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

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

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

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

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

The BSN Debate: How does nursing education impact patient outcomes? Find out how professional development efforts pay off where it matters most.

Things that get measured get improved. Benchmarking boosts efficiencies and shows your facility's best side.

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

Bridging the gap between surgeons and administrators. Perspective is the first step toward solutions.

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

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

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

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

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.

Hospital sues Olympus over duodenoscope infections. Seattle's Virginia Mason sides with patient's widow in pending legal battle.

Hospital must pay $21M for performing unnecessary brain surgery. Elderly woman lands in the OR after alleged CT scan mix-up.

Editor's Page: 5 stars for physician ownership. CMS star rating system finds physician-owned hospitals most satisfactory.

Cut down on missing instruments with this Idea That Works from San Diego, California.

Update on wound closure. Here are 4 ways to minimize scarring.