AI's Impact on the Evolution of the OR

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become an integral part of our daily lives, and its application in healthcare, particularly in the operating room (OR), is revolutionizing the way we approach patient care. In this blog post, we will explore three significant ways your perioperative team can leverage AI to improve cost savings, enhance patient safety, and boost nurse satisfaction. 

Manage OR and Staffing  

The challenges of recruitment and staffing have escalated due to the nursing shortage and the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Effective capacity management is crucial for addressing these issues in the perioperative setting. AI helps organizations streamline operating room utilization and staffing. However, the accuracy and efficiency of these AI analytics are directly tied to the cleanliness of a facility surgical procedure library. Ensuring a well-maintained directory is essential for maximizing the benefits of AI in managing OR resources.

Rapid Access to Clinical Information Based on AORN Guidelines 

Imagine a world where AI seamlessly assists nurses by providing immediate access to clinical information based on the AORN Guidelines for Perioperative Practice. From optimizing room turnover processes to ensuring proper patient positioning, or automatic updates alerting staff when ORs (Operating Room) are ready, the possibilities are endless. Interactive checklists powered by AI can transform these manual and tedious tasks into streamlined processes, offering guidance and support whenever needed.  

Quality and Efficiency 

Many facilities already utilize high-resolution cameras and microphones to evaluate surgeons and enhance procedural quality and efficiency. Expanding on this technology, AI could be leveraged to improve team communications and operational workflows. The potential to use video to scan the room before a procedure begins, AI could identify missing equipment or instruments before a procedure begins – fostering an environment that prioritizes efficiency and continual quality improvement. 

While AI will continue to evolve in the healthcare setting, there are many other ways to ensure efficiency and cost savings in your operating rooms.  AORN Syntegrity offers a comprehensive documentation solution that will serve as a way to drive efficiency, reduce cost and ensure that documentation is clean and meaningful. 

Are you striving to make your perioperative the most efficient they have ever been while simultaneously driving cost savings? Let’s talk – contact us today.