Insights from the operating room.
Case studies, industry analysis, and product updates from the PREFcards team and the surgical programs we serve.
Supporting Veterans Administration Operating Rooms Through Technology Partnerships
PREFcards joins the VA's ongoing effort to modernize surgical workflows for veteran care across facilities nationwide.
Why Outdated EHR Systems Are Holding the OR Back
Most EHRs were never built for the OR. Here's what that costs surgical teams every day — and where modern tools fit.
The Impact of Current Tariffs on Surgical Supply Costs
Newly imposed tariffs on imported medical supplies are reshaping hospital and ASC budgets. Here's how the impact is reaching the OR — and what supply chain teams can do to prepare.
OR Staff Burnout: Causes, Statistics, and What Hospitals Can Do About It
Burnout is hitting OR staff at rates of 50 to 70 percent, and worsening staff shortages are projected through 2034. Here's what's driving the crisis — and what surgical facilities can actually do about it.
Optimizing Surgeon Preference Cards for ROI, Efficiency, and Exceptional Patient Care
Outdated surgeon preference cards quietly drive up hospital costs and OR delays. Here's the 8-step plan to fix them — with documented savings of $1M+ in year one and ROI in 60 to 90 days.
How a 3-OR ENT Surgery Center Identified $160K+ in Annual Savings With PREFcards
Case study: how a single-specialty ENT ambulatory surgery center used PREFcards to standardize tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy preference cards — generating over $160,000 in potential annual savings and a 65× return on investment.