Most outpatient cosmetic procedures are now performed in surgeons’ offices, with patients under local anesthesia and minimal intravenous sedation. Sedation at any level beyond minimal creates the risk of airway…
The practice of plastic surgery is a unique mixture of art and science, and both must be carefully balanced to provide the best possible care for patients. To do that,…
The safety, efficacy, and rapid recovery of conscious sedation/local anesthesia make this anesthetic technique useful in the ambulatory setting. The care of the sedated patient requires a team effort. The…
Ambulatory surgery is commonplace for a multitude of procedures and a wide range of patients. The types of procedures performed in the ambulatory setting are becoming more work-intensive, and patients…
Patient safety is the mission of the American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities, Inc (AAAASF). Well-crafted standards are at the foundation of attaining successful Ambulatory Surgical Facility outcomes….
Geoffrey R. Keyes, MD, Editor Robert Singer, MD, Editor Ambulatory surgery facilities have increased in number dramatically over the past 50 years. Recognizing the need for safe, affordable, and accessible…
