Recent Outpatient Clinic Articles

When It Comes to Shelf Life for Endoscopes, How Long is Too Long?

Reprocessing endoscopes is a lengthy and complicated procedure, and the final steps are just as important as the first steps in guaranteeing patient safety. Extending the shelf life of endoscopes can save hospitals valuable time and money.

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.

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Alternatives to Bronchoscope Reprocessing Make More than Just Financial Sense

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.

Supply Costs

How the Growing Global AMR Threat Adds to Endoscopy Costs

Many hospital-acquired infections are caused by antimicrobial-resistant bacteria, and require intense antibiotic treatment. Should comprehensive antimicrobial stewardship programs include proper infection prevention protocols for handling and using devices like bronchoscopes?

Supply Costs

Here’s How Much Improper Waste Disposal Costs U.S. Hospitals

Endoscopy is part of the problem – a survey of doctors, nurses, and technicians found that most are unaware of the correct protocol for disposing accessories, including those used to take samples during a bronchoscopy.