Anesthesia Alert: For safe drug storage, automation's the answer. Computerized cabinets make it easy to pull meds for your cases.

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Premium cataract surgery finds its place. A sizeable number of patients are paying out of pocket for upgrades. But cost is a limiting factor, facility managers say.

Staffing: The case for surgical first assistants. 5 good reasons to partner with these physician extenders.

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Infection Prevention: Are there benefits to pre-op bathing? What we know and how to improve this skin prep practice.

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Time for a clean break from your old washers? Experts weigh in on some key factors to consider.

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