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Let’s Make Surgical Coordinators Day A Thing

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In the very busy world of healthcare administration, a silent force works tirelessly behind the scenes, orchestrating the intricacies of surgical procedures: Surgical Coordinators (who may also go by the titles of medical assistants, administrative assistants, or medical receptionists).

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Your Ultimate Guide to Surgery Cancellation Policies

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But just like in any epic movie, there’s a plot twist waiting to unfold – a surgery gets canceled. But the show must go on – the surgery cancellation policy and protocol ensure that everyone is notified, the block time doesn’t go to waste, and rescheduling starts immediately. Why Have a Surgery Cancellation Policy?

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OR Essentials: Why Your Practice Needs Digital Preference Cards for Surgery

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Imagine Dr. JD stepping into the operating room. Now, contrast this with a scenario where the surgery is delayed because the OR ran out of medium gloves just one hour ago. What’s Included In a Surgical Preference Card? What’s Included In a Surgical Preference Card? Who Uses Preference Cards? Absolutely!

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