Epidural steroid injections under scrutiny. FDA warns against rare but serious pain management complications.

Get a preview of AORN's new skin prepping guidelines. Let a growing body of evidence govern your bedside practice.

Hypothermia's direct link to SSIs. Active warming is proven to cut down on surgical site infections.

The details of decontamination. The safety of your surgical instruments depends on these 5 factors.

Does your high-level disinfection hack it? Research highlights the importance of renewed focus on proper endoscope reprocessing.

The evolution of barrier protection. A review of the many ways that gloves, gowns, masks and drapes prevent infections.

Your options in whole room disinfection. Several systems take the human element out of cleaning OR surfaces.

There is a time and a place for immediate-use sterilization. Answers to 5 common questions about acceptable practices.

Are your surfaces as clean as you think they are? Tips for improving the cleanliness of the surgical environment.

The highlights of low-temperature sterilization. These reprocessing alternatives keep sensitive instruments out of the autoclave.

Patient says he was defamed during colonoscopy. His phone reportedly recorded docs' abusive banter.

1 in 10 healthcare workers abuse drugs. Undetected or untreated, impaired providers put patients at risk.

Was TV news report about surgeon libelous? Neurosurgeon says 'misleading' story drove patients away.

Doc accused of slapping sedated patients so hard he'd sometimes leave red marks. Doc claims he was testing adequacy of anesthetic; hospital faces sanctions for allegedly ignoring complaints.

Another reason why you should ban smart phones from the OR. Patient dies during case in which the anesthesiologist admitted texting and e-mailing.

FDA approves upgraded surgical robot. Intuitive Surgical's da Vinci Xi expands access and applications.

Paying tribute to Dr. Wally Reed, outpatient surgery's true pioneer. The father of ambulatory surgery.

Save on guaze with this Idea That Works from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Save time and trouble by placing pre-wrapped trays on the case cart. An Idea That Works from Voorhees, New Jersey.

A sharps safety program even OSHA could love. Inspectors lauded our efforts to limit needlesticks and cuts.