Cutting remarks: Help, My Equipment's on the Fritz. Humor in the OR from Dr. Kelly.

Infection Control: Could anesthesia providers be spreading infections? Ask yourself these few questions to see if your patients are at risk.

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Calm anxious surgical patients before surgery with soothing sounds. An Idea that Works from a medical center in Minnesota.

Cataract surgery, focus on improved refactive outcomes and patient satisfaction. Treating astigmatism and presbyopia add-ons as "cataract upgrade packages" in eye surgery.

Dealing with day-of cancellations. A simple move to avoid major disruptions of your schedule. An Idea that Works from an eye center in South Carolina.

Remoisten ECG pads with drops of saline. An Idea that Works from a Healthcare Centre in Vancouver, Canada.

Thinking of buying anesthesia machines? Electornic advances make the case for an upgrade with these new features.

A refreshing drink for hard working staff - only a quarter. An Idea that Works from a surgical center in Virginia.

Business Advisor: Are you ready for ACOs? Act now and keep yuor surgery center relevant in helthcare's changing landscape.

Saving unused blue towels is a green option. An Idea that Works from a surgery center in South Carolina.

Surgical Benchmarks: Does your surgical facility measure up? Here are the top 10 most meaningful benchmarks to your surgical business.

Protect patients and staff by following these basic protocols to prevent surgical fires. Three basic precautions keep the flames from flying in your ORs.

Product News: Great ideas for your OR including disposable laryngoscope blade, ultrasonic disinfection, manual suction device, phacoemulsification technology platform, endoscopic catheter, and clear fast liquid.

Clear hand signals that let everyone know that a patient is ready to be rolled back, an Idea That Works from a surgical center in Texas.

Video Laryngoscopes, are they the standard of care? An online poll revealed that many think they will be, at least during challenging intubations.

Color-coded carts keep supplies separated. An Idea that Works from a hospital in North Carolina.

Personal safety: a powerful case for double gloving. Four evidence-based reasons for double gloving might convince your team to try it.

Pain management: Ensure the safety and satisfaction of your chronic pain patients with these tips.

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