Anesthesiologist Stephen Hirshorn, MD, of University Community Hospital-Carrollwood in Tampa, Fla., has received the Friend of Nursing Award from the hospital, according to a report by Nurse.com.
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Susan Kizirian, chief operating officer for ASCOA, describes three steps ASCs can take to involve their anesthesiologists in reducing costs.
Developing a manipulation under anesthesia program at your ASC may provide you with a new revenue source. MUA is a non-invasive pain management technique performed by chiropractors, osteopathic physicians and medical doctors. The procedure involves stretching and deep massage of…
Daniele Mariconi, recruitment team leader at Somnia Anesthesia Services, explains how the company recruits anesthesiologists and nurse to service healthcare facilities, including hospitals, ASCs and physicians offices. The company currently has about 200 anesthesiology clinicians working with clients in 15…
The American Society of Anesthesiologists has developed information regarding how to identify individuals who are Robo tripping, the abuse of over-the-counter cough and cold medications, and what can be done to prevent overdose and health complications.
Roanoke (Va.) Orthopaedic Center has three ORs and 18 physician-investors. T.K. Miller, MD, president and medical director of the facility, offers four best practices for ASCs working with anesthesiologists.
Alexander A. Hannenberg, MD, president of American Society of Anesthesiologists, discusses his thoughts and observations regarding the recent study by The Lewin Group, published in the Journal of Nursing Economics, claiming the certified registered nurse anesthetist-only anesthesia model is the…
Premier healthcare alliance has awarded Ansell Healthcare, a leading global manufacturer of surgical gloves, its Pinnacle Award for exceptional supplier performance, according to an Ansell news release.
Campbell County Memorial Hospital in Gillette, Wyo., has begun a $69 million expansion and renovation project, according to a report in the Star-Tribune.
Mercy Willard (Ohio) Hospital will break ground in July on a new $40.5 million replacement hospital, according to a report by the Toledo Business Journal.