8823-26 - Orthopedic ASCs by Design

Presentation Times:

Monday, 4/13/2026: 9:15am, 11:30am, 1:00pm, 2:30pm
Tuesday, 4/14/2026: 9:30am, 11:15am

Orthopedic ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) are rapidly expanding in size, scope, and procedural complexity as more cases transition from hospital outpatient departments into specialized outpatient environments. With this growth comes a critical need for perioperative teams to recognize how physical design directly influences safety, efficiency, and outcomes. This program equips nurses to identify common workflow and layout failures in orthopedic ASCs that can compromise sterile practice, turnover efficiency, and staff ergonomics. Understanding these vulnerabilities allows surgical teams to advocate for environments that truly support the realities of modern orthopedic case mix.