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The Enterprise Economics of Anesthesiology

Anesthesiology is an enterprise performance issue, not simply a coverage expense. Low utilization, fixed coverage costs and unused capacity can create significant financial exposure while constraining surgical growth. The opportunity is to understand how anesthesia…

Surgical DirectionsOctober 1, 2026

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From Siloed Management to Integrated Performance

Improving anesthesiology performance requires more than optimizing individual metrics. It requires an operating model that connects capacity, clinical operations and revenue. This five-step action framework gives hospital and health system leaders a practical path forward,…

Surgical DirectionsOctober 1, 2026

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Anesthesiology Operations and Revenue Are One System

Anesthesiology performance should not be managed as separate operational and financial problems. Coverage models, staffing, scheduling, medical direction, NORA demand and documentation directly influence what can be billed and collected. At the same time, strong…

Surgical DirectionsOctober 1, 2026

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COO Action Steps to Improve Perioperative Performance

For today’s hospital COOs, perioperative performance has become one of the most important drivers of organizational stability, growth, and financial performance. Yet many health systems continue to face mounting pressure from inefficient block utilization, rising…

Surgical DirectionsMay 19, 2026

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Anesthesiology Transitions – A Blueprint for Success

Anesthesiology transitions are complex. Surgical Directions’ proven methods drive results and are customized for implementations that meet your needs. To learn more, read the Piedmont Healthcare System's transition case study Stabilizing Anesthesiology at Scale

Surgical DirectionsFebruary 12, 2026

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Key Workforce Topics for the Sterile Processing Profession

Despite the critical importance of sterile processing, the profession faces a persistent workforce shortage, with high turnover and vacant positions hindering patient safety. Addressing this crisis requires improving compensation, investing in training, building clear career…

Surgical DirectionsSeptember 18, 2025

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Training Demands of a Certified SPD Technician

A certified SPD technician training covers critical areas such as microbiology, infection control, sterilization science, instrument handling, and regulatory compliance—each essential to reducing surgical risks and ensuring patient safety. Despite the complexity and importance of…

Surgical DirectionsSeptember 18, 2025

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Technology-Enabled Partnership Model: Bringing Visibility to Anesthesiology’s Value

As demand for anesthesia services grows and workforce shortages persist, hospitals must recognize and address the broader responsibilities of anesthesiology beyond traditional cost models, including their role in patient outcomes and operational efficiency. To learn…

Surgical DirectionsAugust 27, 2025

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Key Benefits of a High-Performing Hospital-Anesthesiology Practice

Hospitals are under unprecedented pressure from rising anesthesiology stipends, provider shortages, and delayed case starts. Our infographic highlights five proven tactics—robust recruitment pipelines, streamlined operations, aligned incentives, efficiency-driven stipend reductions, and dedicated clinical liaisons—that can…

Surgical DirectionsJuly 15, 2025

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Discover the Human Side of Healthcare

Discover the Human Side of Healthcare:  City of Hope + Surgical Directions showcase how investing in clinicians leads to better patient outcomes, because healthy teams = healthier patients. Dive into their story 👇 Case Study: City of…

Surgical DirectionsJune 11, 2025

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The Enterprise Economics of Anesthesiology

From Siloed Management to Integrated Performance

Anesthesiology Operations and Revenue Are One System

COO Action Steps to Improve Perioperative Performance

Anesthesiology Transitions – A Blueprint for Success

Key Workforce Topics for the Sterile Processing Profession

Training Demands of a Certified SPD Technician

Technology-Enabled Partnership Model: Bringing Visibility to Anesthesiology’s Value

Key Benefits of a High-Performing Hospital-Anesthesiology Practice

Discover the Human Side of Healthcare

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