As operating/procedure rooms continue to serve patients through a global epidemic and beyond, it is critical to ensure no one that comes in and out of the office is exposed to harmful pathogens. Surgical centers that implement a series of IP procedures followed by every member of the team have a clear advantage in preventing infection.
These teams need to anticipate what procedures and technologies will enable them to maintain the safest patient environment. Here is a checklist of critical considerations as surgical center leaders deploy infection prevention measures throughout their location.