Outpatient Surgery Magazine Archive

The big picture on surgical imaging. Are 4K, 3D and image enhancement options worth the investment?

Sterilize sharp instruments with this Idea That Works to make sterilization more effective.

A drug diverter comes clean. A CRNA's story of how he got away with stealing fentanyl — and how easily someone should have caught him.

The ratings game. How to score high in health rating systems — and how to defend yourself when you don't score well.

Is your cleaning barely scratching the surface? Tap into the science of surface disinfection to rid your rooms of infection-causing bioburden.

6 things you might not know about patient warming. A look at the not-so-obvious details of hypothermia prevention.

Thinking of buying ... spinal surgery tables. What to look for if you're adding or expanding spine surgery services.

Reduce the potential of grabbing unsterile instruments with this Idea That Works.

How we negotiated our own bundled payments for total joints. These surgeons saw the coming of same-day joints and value-based payments.

3 fire prevention tips. Your OR team can minimize the chance of a surgical fire.