The Physician Pay Cut Fallout

Medicare reductions will have downstream consequences for many ASCs — and their older patients.

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Keep Up With the Colonoscopy Boom

Advances in technology and technique leave facilities well-equipped to tackle the upcoming surge.

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The Secrets of a Successful Surgical Smoke Evacuation Program

Here’s how a leading cancer center rolled out its plan.

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Outpatient Surgery Magazine connects the ambulatory surgery community – and offers OR leaders a place to exchange ideas, learn about emerging trends and discover in-the-field solutions to daily challenges – providing the knowledge and tools to deliver high-quality care in the outpatient environment and keep healthcare workers and surgical patients safe.

January 2023

Capitalize on Joint Replacement Innovations

Robotics, computer navigation and more make a splash in arthroplasty.

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Momentum Growing for Opioid-Free Surgery

Inside the alternative intra- and post-op pain management approaches that have a major impact on outcomes, safety and satisfaction.

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Special Edition: October - Staff & Patient Safety

Chasing Zero Retained Items

Lessons learned from two facilities that overhauled their prevention efforts through education, communication and technology.

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Electrosurgery Safety Made Easy

A little knowledge goes a long way in preventing incidents and injuries in the OR.

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