New business management resource
Editor's Note A new book, Dollar$ and $ense: Using Data-Driven Business Models to Boost the Bottom Line, will soon be published. This must-have resource is a compilation of OR Manager articles focusing on data analytics, financial management, reimbursement, technology, and trends in ambulatory surgery. The articles reflect industry trends and…
Karlene Power to receive Best in OR Business Award
Editor's Note The Best in OR Business Award will be presented on Thursday, February 1, at the 2018 OR Business Management Conference to Karlene Power, MSN, BSN, RN, system executive director, perioperative service line, at Banner Health in Phoenix. The award recognizes an individual who makes complex logistical decisions, meets scheduling…
Consider using proven cost-saving strategies
Editor's Note Business managers in need of cost-saving strategies won’t want to miss the opportunities to learn from their colleagues on Thursday, February 1, during the 2018 OR Business Management Conference. Effective inventory management is one obvious strategy, but how to reduce supplies while still satisfying providers is not always…
Smarter staffing, room utilization models improve the bottom line
Editor's Note Running an efficient OR and meeting physicians’ expectations are two of the conundrums facing any perioperative services director or business manager on a daily basis. Several sessions at the 2018 OR Business Management Conference take on these thorny issues. Three success stories of particular interest will be presented…
San Antonio welcomes conference attendees
Editor's Note Attendees at the 2018 OR Business Management Conference will relax and refresh with drinks, food, and a convivial atmosphere at the Welcome Reception on Wednesday, January 31. The reception, which will be held at the San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter, is sponsored by Bryton Corporation, Diversified’s Medical Innovation Group,…
Preconference workshop provides presentation ‘power tools’
Editor's Note Making a business case—whether for major equipment purchases, streamlining supplies and inventory, or standardizing workflow—is something all OR business managers do, but with varying levels of success. To get approval for a new initiative, it’s essential to collect accurate data and deliver it effectively. A preconference workshop at…
Conference keynotes offer advice on biggest management challenges
Editor's Note Ever-changing healthcare delivery and payment models present constant challenges. Expert advice on shifting from a volume- to a value-based system will be offered during the opening keynote session on Wednesday, January 31, at the 2018 OR Business Management Conference in San Antonio. David Wildebrandt, MHA, managing director at…
Physicians negatively affected by EHRs
Editor's Note Physicians are more likely to leave the profession or reduce their hours if they are uncomfortable using electronic health records (EHRs), the January 24 Medical Economics reports. Although EHRs have the potential to enhance quality of care and clinical coordination, they also increase risk of physician burnout, reduce…
Joint Commission Quick Safety reports on supporting second victims
Editor's Note The Joint Commission on January 24 announced that its January Quick Safety examines second victim experiences and safety actions to consider, and it also includes an anonymous, personal story of a Joint Commission employee who is a second victim. Though the patient and family are the priority for…
FDA: AuroMedics recalls one lot of Levofloxacin
Editor's Note The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) on January 18 announced the recall by AuroMedics (East Windsor, New Jersey) of one lot of Levofloxacin in 5% Dextrose Injection 250 mg/50 mL in a single-use flexible container (NDC 55150-243-46, Lot CLF160003, Expiry date May 2018). The product has been found…