Hospital anesthesiology costs are rising due to staffing shortages, subsidies and reimbursement pressures. Learn what's driving the trend.
Renaye JenkinsJuly 2, 2026
Executive Insights from the Surgical Directions Expert Panel Series Introduction: Why Sterile Processing Is Rising to the Executive Agenda Across hospitals and health systems, operating room performance remains one of the most visible measures of operational success.…
Surgical DirectionsMarch 26, 2026
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY As hospitals strive to improve surgical outcomes, reduce hospital-acquired infections, and achieve compliance levels aligned with national safety standards, one of the most overlooked but critical departments is sterile processing. At the heart…
Barbara McClenathanSeptember 9, 2025
Executive Summary Escalating Costs & Complexity: Variable- pay variations and locum demands have driven anesthesia expenditures up by 30% in some systems1. Provider Burnout Risk: Nearly 60% of anesthesia providers report high exhaustion without balanced…
Leslie BashamAugust 27, 2025
Executive Summary Healthcare organizations face an uphill battle to effectively manage operating room (OR) block time, often resulting in underutilization of ORs and missed revenue opportunities. When the Sarah Bush Lincoln Health System experienced low…
Surgical DirectionsDecember 5, 2024
Introduction As hospital leaders navigate the complexities of optimizing surgical services, a significant challenge lies in balancing surgeon access with operational efficiency. Flip rooms—a process where surgeons use two operating rooms concurrently—can be a solution…
Trish DelgrossoOctober 21, 2024
Explore the top five healthcare trends shaping 2024, from financial resilience and workforce shortages to cybersecurity, technological advancements, and health equity. Learn how hospital leaders are navigating these challenges to enhance care delivery and organizational…
Leslie BashamSeptember 15, 2024
The nation’s surgical market is booming. This is accelerated by a growing senior population and recovering surgical volume (including elective procedures) after the pandemic. ASCs are key for increased volume at a lower cost.
Katherine GrichnikSeptember 5, 2024
Healthcare leadership strategies to develop leaders and cultures that prioritize innovation Executive Summary Some leaders are born, others are developed: Successful leaders display specific qualities and competencies Great leadership helps organizations thrive Executive healthcare leadership…
Jill SchwietersMay 7, 2024
