Silence meeting mutterers during meetings by stopping talking. An Idea that Works from Ambulatory Surgical Centers of America's Ann Geier.

The sooner you can start the next case, the better. Read about the dance of the turnover team and secrets to a speedier room turnover.

Big wheels improve transporation. Avoid struggling while pushing sedated post-op patients in recliner chairs. An Idea that Works from a Surgical Center in Minnesota.

There was plenty of cheer and learning at OR Excellence 2013 in Las Vegas.

You might want to kill disruptive physicians, but you can heal them with tough love.

Choose the right tourniquet every time, select a system that's safe and effective.

Color-coded cards for pediatric patients match the Broselow pediatric system. Prepare for unexpected airway issues by using laminated matching cards on IV poles. An Idea that Works from a surgery center in Alabama.

Killing two blurs with one stone, it might be worth considering combined cataract-glaucoma surgery.

Keep tabs on labs using a schedule board. An Idea that Works from a Medical Center in Idaho.

A humorous look at giving thanks in the OR.

A humorous account of the shaver trial. The results of each trial were eye-opening.

New surgical attachments, widening outpatient realm requires more versatility.

Ensure you make a wise purchase on your next ophthalmic microscope by asking these 5 questions.

The latest systems improve outcomes thanks to improved visualization and increased stability at the operative site. Read about the recent advances in arthroscopy.

How we improved the quality of our closing count and prevent retained surgical sponges.

After a failed attempt at electronic recordkeeping, the second time was the charm for this surgery center. Learn to love EMRs.

Product News: Great ideas for your OR including colored prep-resistant skin markers, no hassle CPAP system, UV Disinfection system, monopolar and bipolar energy blades, vital signs monitoring, and adult monitoring patient return electrodes.

Your informed consent form doesn't have to all-inclusive, but it should be somewhat specific.

Color-coded cataract surgery. Use color-coded caps and dot stickers on eye patients to quickly identify who's undergoing which procedure. An Idea that Works from a Surgery Center in New Jersey.

Consider alternatives to opioids, most patients do fine with a combination of analgesics and regional blocks.