Keynote Luncheon, Sponsored By: Getinge - Designing for Efficiency in the Operating Room

As more surgical procedures are shifting to ambulatory setting, it important for the physical layout of the ambulatory surgery center (ASC) to accommodate increased volumes and case mixes. This continuing education session will discuss strategies for constructing a well-designed OR to enhance perioperative workflow to promote efficient flow of patients, staff, and supplies. Additionally, strategies for room design to utilize space effectively, enhance flexibility, and decrease turnover time. 

What you will learn:

• Discuss design concepts that facilitate the flow of patients, staff, and supplies within the OR.  
• Identify important considerations in the planning phases of operating room (OR) design. 
• Describe strategies to employ in the room design process to include how to integrate expertise of stakeholders and reduce change orders.  
• Discuss elements of room design to utilize space effectively, enhance flexibility, and decrease turnover time in the OR.