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After a failed attempt at electronic recordkeeping, the second time was the charm for this surgery center. Learn to love EMRs.
The latest systems improve outcomes thanks to improved visualization and increased stability at the operative site. Read about the recent advances in arthroscopy.
How we improved the quality of our closing count and prevent retained surgical sponges.
Your informed consent form doesn't have to all-inclusive, but it should be somewhat specific.
A humorous account of the shaver trial. The results of each trial were eye-opening.
Product News: Great ideas for your OR including colored prep-resistant skin markers, no hassle CPAP system, UV Disinfection system, monopolar and bipolar energy blades, vital signs monitoring, and adult monitoring patient return electrodes.
Thinking of buying a smoke evacuation system? View some of the smoke evacuation systems available.
What is the biggest risk to patient safety? Top 10 health technology hazards are revealed.
Fill your ORs with the latest crystal clear imaging technologies.
Keep surgeon's cases coming to your facility by providing lunch to surgeons. An Idea that works from a surgery center in Florida.
Stay on top of the great paper chase and conquer physician credentialing with these strategies.
Color-coded cataract surgery. Use color-coded caps and dot stickers on eye patients to quickly identify who's undergoing which procedure. An Idea that Works from a Surgery Center in New Jersey.
Several advances provide physicians with better views of more areas of the colon. Read about 5 colonoscopy game-changers.
Ensure you make a wise purchase on your next ophthalmic microscope by asking these 5 questions.
Whistleblower suit alleges corporate partner rigged share prices to entice new and existing docs to bring cases. Was there dirty dealing? Read about it in our legal update.
Remove the guesswork so you can defend your choice in surgical skin antisepsis. What is your standard of care in skin prepping?
Readers share their best tips to get your equipment working again quickly and reliably.
Are some ASCs being unfairly excluded? Some claim they are getting the shaft from Oregon's new coordinated care organizations.
Break up ice in bags occasionally to avoid frozen blocks when needed for MH emergencies. An Idea that Works from a medical center in California.
Ideas That Work: Compliance At A Glance - Outpatient Surgery Magazine