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7 Ways to Improve Workplace Efficiency in Gastroenterology
Value-Based Care
Dr. David Hass from New Haven, Connecticut, offers advice and tips for improving efficiency in a gastroenterology practice. Some tips include creating a positive work environment for staff and leaving 1–2 empty appointments per day to allow time to “catch up” or fit in emergency consults.
A Few Common Causes of Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia
Prevention Strategies
Many pathogens can cause ventilator-associated pneumonia, or VAP. These pathogens can enter the lungs via contaminated respiratory devices. A few linked studies here provide information about how devices, particularly bronchoscopes, can contribute to VAP.
More From Single-Use Endoscopy
Analyzing Value
Costs will vary by institution, based on equipment used, reprocessing methods and number of annual procedures.
Analyzing Value
A variety of policies, practices and products at hospitals makes it difficult to ensure that bronchoscope reprocessing is done correctly and in a timely manner, every time. Alternatives are not only economical but critical to improving quality and ensuring patient safety.
