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Doc Accused of Slapping Sedated Patients So Hard He'd Sometimes Leave Red Marks
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
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
FDA approves upgraded surgical robot. Intuitive Surgical's da Vinci Xi expands access and applications.
Editor's Page: The Father of Ambulatory Surgery
Paying tribute to Dr. Wally Reed, outpatient surgery's true pioneer. The father of ambulatory surgery.
A Sharps Safety Program Even OSHA Could Love
A sharps safety program even OSHA could love. Inspectors lauded our efforts to limit needlesticks and cuts.
Ideas That Work: Save on Gauze
Save on guaze with this Idea That Works from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Ideas That Work: Save Time and Trouble
Save time and trouble by placing pre-wrapped trays on the case cart. An Idea That Works from Voorhees, New Jersey.
Test Your Patient Warming Know-How
Test your patient warming know-how. Let's hear your answers to these 7 questions.
Basics of Blocks
Basics of blocks. Everything you need to place ultrasound-guided peripheral nerve blocks.
Ideas That Work: ID Vendors by Scrub Color
Idientify vendors quickly with this Idea That Works from San Antonio, Texas.
Ophthalmic Microscopes Leap Forward
Ophthalmic microscopes leap forward. 5 new features that will make life better for surgeons and patients.
Thinking of Buying ... Surgical Headlights
Thinking of buying surgical headlights? These factors will help surgeons see the light.
Anesthesia Alert: Are You Using Ultrasound to Its Full Potential?
Anesthesia Alert: Are you using ultrasound to its full potential? How it's transforming anesthesia and perioperative care.
Ideas That Work: Where's the Autoclave Printout?
Locate your autoclave printout easily with this Idea That Works from Gainseville, Georgia.
Behind Closed Doors: Things That Make You Go Hmmm
Behind Closed Doors: Things that make you go hmmm. I don't stay in one OR for long, but I don't miss much while I'm there.
Cutting Remarks: Open Season for Vendors in Our ORs
Cutting Remarks: Open season for vendors in our ORs. Scenes from the sales frenzy that was our video camera evaluation.
Business Advisor: Your Crash Course in Case Costing
Business Advisor: Your crash course in case costing. Replace expensive surgical supplies with less costly alternatives.
Ideas That Work: Cord Control
Keep cords under control with a shower curtain rod. An Idea That Works from Santa Monica, California.
Ask the Etiquette Doctor: Which Side Does the Fork Go On Again?
Ask the Etiquette Doctor: Which side does the fork go on again? Here's an easy way to remember which utensils to use.
Ideas That Work: Supply Saver
Save money on suction tubing with this Idea That Works from Sellersville, Pennsylvania.