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General Anesthesia Contributes to Post-op Pain

Some "noxious" general anesthetics excite sensory neurons that cause peripheral pain in patients once they wake from surgery, researchers say. I...

WHO Issues Surgical Safety Checklist

The World Health Organization and the Harvard University School of Public Health have created a new perioperative checklist for surgical team member...

Surgical Business Ethics in the Press

It's no secret that some leading orthopedic surgeons receive six- and seven-figure payments annually from the makers of artificial hips and knees. B...

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Wired for Success
Outfitting your new facility isn't as simple as buying a couple of desktops at the nearest Best Buy.
Helen Hwang, Contributing Editor

Now more than ever, surgical facilities rely heavily on computers and the information technology that links everything together - from the scheduling computer to the arthroscopic imaging equipment. Beyond desktops and laptops, there's much for you to consider: from servers, routers and cables, to cable drops, specialized software and a dedicated computer room. Plus, you must adhere to the new HIPAA security regulations.

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