Periop Leader Network-Formerly OR Manager

04/28/2026

"We aren't just opening a clinic; we are launching a multidisciplinary ecosystem."

A new ASC in Phoenix is bringing five specialties together under one roof—aiming to streamline care, reduce friction, and deliver a more coordinated patient experience.

Take a look inside this next-gen healthcare hub 👇
https://www.periopleader.com/briefs/advanced-spine-and-pain-previews-multispecialty-healthcare-hub-including-asc-in-phoenix/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=article

04/28/2026

🏥 The shift to outpatient surgery isn't slowing down—over 65% of procedures are already happening outside the hospital.

But researchers warn that while costs are dropping, "patients from lower-income areas experienced a 6% decline in procedure volume," raising serious concerns about access and equity.

Read more 👇
https://www.periopleader.com/briefs/study-author-outpatient-surgery-shift-continues-to-progress-but-concerns-about-access-and-equity-must-be-addressed/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=article

04/27/2026

Hallway clutter isn't just a nuisance—it's a patient safety, efficiency, and compliance risk.

If your corridors keep filling up no matter how often you clear them, the issue likely runs deeper than quick cleanups. From storage design to workflow gaps, there are real root causes—and practical ways to fix them.

Check out 8 strategies to reduce hallway clutter at your facility 👇
https://www.periopleader.com/eight-effective-strategies-for-reducing-hallway-clutter-at-your-facility/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=article

04/27/2026

Is rising medical litigation reshaping healthcare?

One surgeon argues the current system is "unsustainable," driving up costs and limiting access without improving patient outcomes—and is calling for tort reform as a solution.

Read more about this debate 👇

“Tort reform is not about shielding bad actors. It is about protecting access to care, stabilizing healthcare systems, and ensuring fair — but not destabilizing — compensation when harm occurs," writes general surgeon Kourtney Kemp, MD, FACS.

04/27/2026

Baptist Health leaders met with Arkansas lawmakers to address concerns about its Fort Smith hospital—clarifying that key services like ER, ICU, and surgery will continue, despite speculation about closures.

Behind the conversation: financial pressures, shifting services, and what it means for the community.

Get the full picture👇
https://www.periopleader.com/briefs/baptist-health-meets-with-arkansas-legislators-to-clarify-rumors-about-its-fort-smith-hospital/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=article

📷: TB&P

04/24/2026

The way we treat bladder and kidney cancers is evolving.

New perioperative approaches, including immunotherapy and targeted treatments, are showing promising results and reshaping standards of care.

What does this mean for surgical oncology teams?

Read more 👇
https://www.periopleader.com/briefs/asco-details-how-evolving-perioperative-treatment-of-gu-cancer-is-advancing-treatment/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=article

04/24/2026

Exhibitor Feature Friday

Looking for solutions that actually work in today's perioperative environment?

Start with this week's featured exhibitors:
Taylor Healthcare
SpecialtyCare
STERIS
Brainlab

The Periop Networking & Innovation Hall is built to help you:
✔️ Identify practical solutions
✔️ Compare approaches
✔️ Make more informed decisions

Learn more on our website!

04/24/2026

A hernia surgery case has resulted in a nearly $1M verdict against a Maryland health system—highlighting the high stakes of perioperative care and documentation.

The lawsuit centers on alleged surgical complications, missed diagnosis, and prolonged recovery, while the health system maintains care met standards.

Here's what happened 👇
https://www.periopleader.com/briefs/hernia-surgery-suit-leads-to-nearly-1-million-verdict-against-university-of-maryland-medical-system/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=article

04/24/2026

Celebrating a win in your perioperative team? 🎉 Share your success and inspire others in the Periop Leader Network. We're a community built for practical insights and real stories.

Find out how you can contribute: https://www.periopleader.com/our-platform-is-your-platform-become-a-periop-leader-network-contributor/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=article

04/24/2026

A major shift in joint replacement care could be on the horizon.

A proposed CMS plan would expand the Comprehensive Care for Joint Replacement model nationwide—holding hospitals accountable for the full episode of care and aiming to improve outcomes while reducing costs.

Supporters say it could drive better coordination and fewer avoidable readmissions.

Read more 👇
https://www.periopleader.com/briefs/pennsylvania-rehab-association-endorses-cms-plan-to-take-tested-comprehensive-care-for-joint-replacement-model-nationwide/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=article

04/24/2026

What does the future of cardiovascular care look like?

Take a peek inside a soon-to-open ASC designed to make procedures more efficient—and the patient experience less stressful.

With advanced capabilities and a focus on modern design, this facility highlights why more care is shifting to the ASC setting.

Step inside 👇
https://www.periopleader.com/briefs/tour-a-soon-to-open-cardiovascular-asc/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=article

📷: (Left to right) Stacy Williams, Dr. Jacob Townsend and Lee Morrison touring the Birmingham Heart & Vascular Surgery Center. Photo from: (Nathan Watson / Bham Now)

04/23/2026

A new ASC project is taking a different approach—bringing surgeons, designers, and builders together from day one.

WVU Medicine and Arthrex are collaborating on a facility designed to optimize workflows using advanced simulation and planning tools.

Learn more 👇
https://www.periopleader.com/briefs/wvu-medicine-arthrex-teaming-on-asc-project/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=article

📷: WVUMedicine