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Designing the Operating Room Suite to Save You Time and Money

Stacks of coins increasing in height next to a clock, symbolizing time and cost efficiency in Operating Room planning and design.

Designing the Operating Room as a suite isn’t just a compliance strategy it’s a smart business move. Jennifer O’Connell of Compliance Vanguard breaks down how suite-based design can reduce citations, streamline workflow, and deliver real savings in both time and money. Learn why this approach is gaining traction in surgical department planning nationwide. 

Why AAMI ST58:2024 Matters For your SP Department

A sterile processing technician wearing full PPE, including a face shield and surgical mask, performs instrument cleaning at a decontamination sink. This image represents critical steps in safe reprocessing and workplace safety aligned with AAMI ST58:2024 guidelines.

The updated AAMI ST58:2024 standard is more than a compliance checklist—it’s a vital guide for protecting sterile processing professionals and ensuring safe, effective chemical sterilization. From enhanced monitoring protocols to PPE requirements, this blog breaks down what your department needs to know to align with the latest best practices.

Operating Room Staffing, Compliance, and Sterilization 

Surgical team member stands confidently at a workstation, representing operating room staffing leadership and professionalism in operating room staffing.

Operating rooms are evolving fast—and the ability to adapt starts with smart Operating Room Staffing. In this article, Lillian H. Nicolette, MSN, RN, CNOR, explores how staffing shortages, compliance demands, and sterilization standards are intersecting to reshape surgical excellence. From AI-driven training to multi-tiered staffing strategies and cutting-edge sterilization protocols, this piece offers practical insights for healthcare leaders committed to elevating surgical outcomes.

Medical Solutions Bringing Growth in Healthcare

Medical team performs surgery in a resource-limited hospital setting—demonstrating real-world medical solutions for global healthcare access.

March 12, 2025 Monique Boudreaux: Integrated Systems and Marketing Manager at ASSI Walk Strong Foundation is redefining global healthcare with practical medical solutions that lower the cost of joint replacements, improve sterile processing efficiency, and empower local hospitals. This model shows how innovation and compassion can create long-term impact in resource-limited settings. Healthcare is always […]

Spring Cleaning for Healthcare Management Associates

Operating room staff manage surgical trays in a sterile environment—efficiency and standardized workflows support healthcare management associates in delivering high-quality patient care.

Jhmeid Billingslea: Managing Director of Surgical Services at ASSI Spring is the perfect time for healthcare management associates to refresh their operational strategies. From workflow optimization to smarter inventory systems, this blog covers practical steps to improve patient care and reduce inefficiencies. Why Healthcare Management Associates Should Prioritize an Operational Refresh This Spring Spring is in […]