Editor's Note The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) on October 3 issued a Safety Alert saying the agency had received an adverse event report on a patient who was diagnosed with bilateral hemorrhagic occlusive retinal vasculitis after being administered injections of a compounded triamcinolone, moxifloxacin, vancomycin (TMV) formulation in each…

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Understanding the next generation of operating rooms was the theme of a breakout session at the OR Manager Conference on Monday, October 2, that covered the A to Z of hybrid suites. Attendees were invited to further tap the wisdom of hybrid OR experts and ask any “burning questions” during…

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The OR Manager of the Year Award has long been a highlight of the annual conference, and this year’s winner was recognized on October 3 along with winners of two other awards. The 2017 OR Manager of the Year recipient is Michael A. Hofmann, BSN, RN, regional director of perioperative…

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With payment models continually shifting, many healthcare providers are still struggling to meet requirements imposed by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The importance of teamwork to manage the entire episode of patient care and prevent readmissions can’t be overemphasized. To help navigate some of these issues, OR Manager…

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OR managers fairly new to their positions filled their toolboxes during two new manager bootcamps on October 2. Arguably the hardest part of any OR manager’s job is the human resources element. Handling performance issues and understanding the requirements of the Family Medical Leave Act, for example, are two areas…

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Attendees at the 2017 OR Manager Conference enjoyed an exceptionally full day on October 3 that began with a breakfast presentation by Ecolab on leaderships’ role in and methods for improving environmental hygiene in the OR. The presentation was led by Cynthia Spry, MA, MSN, RN, CNOR, CBSPDT. Keynotes included:…

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OR Manager Conference Attendees: Today is the LAST day to purchase conference session recordings before the price increases. Visit the conference bookstore to pre-order yours now! OR Manager Conference and PACU Manager Summit 2018 Registration is Now Open! Reserve your seat before December 31 to receive the lowest rate of…

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More than 45 posters representing the work of perioperative community members are on display in the Exhibit Hall during the OR Manager Conference. Poster sessions include latest research, best practices, and case studies in infection control, innovation, operations, patient safety, process improvement, and—new for 2017—PACU/Postop. Poster authors will be available…

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The renowned Build Your Dream OR contest returns this year to help celebrate the 30th anniversary of the OR Manager Conference. Attendees can win prizes including an Amazon Dot, Kate Spade purse, and massage gift card, simply by attending sessions, participating in networking events, visiting exhibitor booths, and using the…

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What does the future of healthcare look like? That’s a complex question being pondered by patients, providers, and lawmakers alike. OR Manager Conference attendees gained some important insights during the opening keynote address by David C. Chin, MD, MBA, on Monday, October 2. Dr Chin, Distinguished Scholar at the Johns…

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