Do your anesthetists have all they desire? The 6 drugs and devices anesthesia providers say they can't do without.

Thinking of Buying ... Non-latex gloves? How to get your team to switch to the safer alternative.

M??lnlycke Sues Smith & Nephew over 'false and deceptive' claims about its wound dressings. The battle for pressure ulcer prevention heats up.

Anatomy of a scam: materials manager and his accomplice allegedly bilked facility into buying supplies it never received. Two men, including the ASC's former materials manager, have been indicted on multiple counts of fraud for allegedly scheming $1

Are prefilled syringes worth it? Yes, you'll spend more, but you'll waste less medication and you'll spend less time drawing it up and labeling it.

Is going rep-less the way to go? Why some facilities may be looking to usher vendor reps out of the OR.

Time to buy a new table? Features that matter most when buying your next OR bed.

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Thinking of Buying ... Fluid waste management systems. Your options in hard-plumbed and portable direct-to-drain systems.

What's new in surgical lights? Shining a light on the innovations for illuminating the surgical field.

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Misleading latex labeling may contribute to allergic reactions. Protecting staff and patients from latex allergens may be more difficult than it sounds, say the authors of a new white paper.

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What surgeons want in their gowns. Comfort, breathability and mobility are nice, but barrier protection is the most important attribute.

What's behind the spike in Opioids disappearing from VA hospitals? The drug losses have been attributed to clinical staff stealing medications, either for their own use or for sale on the street.

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Coming clean on instrument washers. Tips for buying the machine that's right for your facility.

Are prefilled syringes worth it? Weighing the pros and cons of ready-to-administer compounded drugs.

Is forced air warming losing steam? Why some surgical facilities are seeking alternatives for maintaining normothermia.

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