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5 ways to make your cataract patients happy. A surgeon who has been on both sides of the table shares his top tips for improving patient satisfaction.

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Help boost staff spirit and promote self-confidence with this Idea That Works from Fremont, California.

A Fond Look Back at OR Excellence 2015. Pictures from this year's conference in San Antonio.

The role of real-time intraoperative imaging. Efficiency and accessibility were an unexpected focus of our imaging upgrade.

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Would you operate on this patient? Let safety be your guide when deciding whether to take on borderline cases.

Winning the war against cross-contamination. Are you overlooking these crucial infection-prevention tools?

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Speed up room readiness with this Idea That Works from Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Pointers for preventing cataract surgery infections. Some basic precautions can limit the risk of post-op trouble.

Behind Closed Doors: Are you afraid of the OR? Cold rooms aren't the only reason to shiver.

Safety: Keys to smooth patient handoffs. Relay the patient's condition clearly and concisely.

5 ways EMRs make our lives easier. Going paperless infuses the workday with amazing efficiencies.

Use local firefighters for extra hands with this Idea That Works from Gulf Breeze, Florida.

Getting results with regional anesthesia. Don't let avoidable obstacles block the techniques' workflow and patient care advantages.