Adverse events occur in the best of ORs, but, of course, the goal is to prevent them whenever possible. One strategy used in surgical services at Saint Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri, is to turn staff into “legal eagles” who go beyond reporting adverse events after they occur to observing—and documenting—unusual occurrences that may herald a safety issue.
Imagine completely eliminating surgical site infections (SSIs) without significantly disrupting…
The poster presentations at the 2024 OR Manager Conference showcased…
From integrating new technology to navigating shifts in care delivery…