ASC News

Here are seven updates to note:

As part of a national day dedicated to making a difference in the community, Hattiesburg, Miss.-based Southern Eye Clinic performed five cataract surgeries for free, WDAM reports.

Pennsylvania Health Care Cost Containment Council released its 2015 annual report detailing key findings on ASCs throughout the state.

To combat the growing opioid crisis in America and manage the pain of his total joint replacement patients, Nirav Amin, MD, began using Exparel (bupivacaine liposome injectable suspension), with his surgical patients who qualify.

Stryker introduced a new implant delivery solution for low-acuity spine surgeries designed for the ambulatory surgery center.

A delegation of the New Jersey Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers went to Washington to meet with staff members of New Jersey's congressmen in an attempt to advocate for two bills which would improve access to care in ASC settings.

New York-based Hometeam recently hired Andrew Chomer to serve as its chief marketing officer.

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics ranked the following states based on the highest employment of registered nurses.

As people choose not to vaccinate their children — or themselves — previously rare health conditions are becoming more common and placing an economic burden on the healthcare system.

Humans are the strongest defense against cyberattacks if they possess the necessary knowledge, according to HIT Consultant.