Tag: Hospitals

AMA urges health systems to act now on AI governance

Editor's Note Artificial intelligence use in healthcare is accelerating, and the American Medical Association (AMA) is pressing health systems to establish clear governance policies before the technology outpaces oversight. Nearly 70% of physicians reported using artificial intelligence tools in 2024, a sharp rise from 38% in 2023, AMA News Wire…

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By: Tarsilla Moura
September 4, 2025
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Health systems embrace partnerships, new training pathways to address surgical technologist shortage

Roughly 41,000 surgical procedures happen in the US every day. Each one depends on surgical technologists (STs), the professionals who prepare the OR, hand off instruments, and ensure a sterile environment to prevent infections that affect up to 3% of all patients. The profession’s importance is reflected in AORN’s recommended…

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By: Anne Wainscott-Sargent
August 25, 2025
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Standardized pathways cut costs, hospital days in pediatric surgery without raising complication rates

Editor's Note Standardized perioperative protocols can reduce hospital stays and costs for children undergoing surgery without affecting complication rates, JAMA Surgery August 20 reports. As detailed in this original investigation, the researchers evaluated the Minimizing Variance in Pediatric Surgery (MViPS) program, a fellow-led initiative launched in 2013 across two academic…

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By: Tarsilla Moura
August 20, 2025
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Hospital-affiliated doctors drive highest costs by avoiding lower-cost sites

Editor's Note Patients treated by hospital-affiliated physicians are far less likely to receive specialty procedures in lower-cost settings, while private-equity–affiliated doctors are the most likely to steer patients toward these options, Ambulatory Surgery Center News August 12 reports. The findings come from a Mount Sinai study that examined physician affiliation,…

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By: Tarsilla Moura
August 20, 2025
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Mind the gap: Why Medicare pays ASCs less than HOPDs—and what that means

For decades, ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) have shown their ability to deliver high-quality surgical care at substantially lower cost than hospital outpatient departments (HOPDs). ASCs achieve these savings through leaner operations, streamlined staffing models, and specialty-focused efficiencies, not by compromising safety or outcomes. Studies consistently highlight procedures performed in ASCs…

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By: Tarsilla Moura
August 19, 2025
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Hospital margins improve as outpatient revenue accelerates, but costs loom

Editor's Note Hospital operating margins rose in June as outpatient revenue growth fueled stronger financial performance, though rising bad debt and non-labor expenses continue to pressure stability, according to Kaufman Hall’s latest National Hospital Flash Report. HealthLeaders August 18 covered the findings. As detailed in the article, the median year-to-date…

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By: Tarsilla Moura
August 18, 2025
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Perioperative nurses are at the heart of robotic surgery’s rapid rise

Editor's Note As robotic-assisted surgery continues to expand across specialties, perioperative nurses are driving operational excellence, clinical outcomes, and team coordination—often serving as the linchpin of these high-tech surgical programs. According to an April 16 article from the Cleveland Clinic, the health system’s robotic surgery program illustrates how nurses are…

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By: Tarsilla Moura
June 12, 2025
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OR Business Management Summit rebrand signals deeper focus for perioperative business leaders

Editor's Note The formerly titled OR Business Management Conference has rebranded as the OR Business Management Summit, reflecting a strategic shift toward more tailored, immersive support for perioperative business leaders, an OR Manager June 10 press release reports. The newly renamed Summit emphasizes curated content, targeted networking, and facility-specific learning…

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By: Tarsilla Moura
June 10, 2025
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High drug manufacturing costs threaten hospital-led pharmacy expansion

Editor's Note Hospitals are ramping up in-house pharmacy operations to boost revenue and improve care, but high US manufacturing costs continue to stall a broader federal effort to reshore drug production, Modern Healthcare June 5 reports. As detailed in the article, an aging, medically complex population is driving demand for…

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By: Tarsilla Moura
June 9, 2025
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Take the OR Manager Career/Salary Survey, help shape the future of perioperative leadership

Editor's Note The 2025 OR Manager Career & Salary Survey is now open, and your insights are essential. This annual survey offers a comprehensive look into compensation trends, job satisfaction, staffing challenges, and more within the perioperative community. By participating, you contribute to a valuable resource that informs and supports…

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By: Tarsilla Moura
April 30, 2025
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