Consultant pharmacists from OctariusRx play a critical role in enhancing infection control in Ambulatory Surgery Centers. Through expert oversight of medication management, aseptic technique, and antibiotic stewardship, they help reduce infection risks and improve surgical outcomes.
Tag: Patient safety
Drug Shortages Update: April 2026
This week we are once again providing an update on the most recent drug shortages noting 76 products as being unavailable. Some of these shortages are short term, or limited availability, while others are completely unavailable with unknown release dates.
The Benefits of Using a Consultant Pharmacist at an Ambulatory Surgery Center
Discover how a consultant pharmacist can enhance safety, compliance, and efficiency in your ambulatory surgery center with expert guidance from OctariusRx.
Patient Safety Awareness Week 2026: Strengthening Safety Through Pharmacy Collaboration
During Patient Safety Awareness Week 2026, OctariusRx highlights pharmacist-led strategies—audits, training, and interdisciplinary collaboration—that help ambulatory surgery centers reduce medication risk and improve patient outcomes.
Malignant Hyperthermia (MH) Awareness & Training Month — March
March is Malignant Hyperthermia Awareness & Training Month—a vital reminder for ASCs to review protocols, train staff, and ensure readiness to manage MH emergencies effectively.
The 2026 Controlled Substances Assessment Quiz
The 2026 Controlled Substances Assessment Quiz from OctariusRx — updated for current DEA guidance. Use this annual competency tool to assess staff, reduce diversion risk, and document compliance for ASCs and healthcare facilities.
What’s New in the 2025 MHAUS OR Poster for ASCs — What Ambulatory Surgery Centers Need to Know
An overview of the 2025 MHAUS OR poster updates and what they mean for ASC malignant hyperthermia preparedness, compliance, and patient safety.
Drug Shortages Update: January 2026
This week we are once again providing an update on the most recent drug shortages noting 75 products as being unavailable. Some of these shortages are short term, or limited availability, while others are completely unavailable with unknown release dates.
Navigating the Trypan Blue Shortage: Practical Guidance for Ophthalmology ASCs
Learn how ophthalmology ASCs can safely navigate the trypan blue shortage using pharmacist-led strategies, clinical alternatives, and conservation best practices.
The Year in Review: 2025
Another year has flown by. Unbelievably, we are quickly approaching 2026 and it’s time to look back at the biggest topics of 2025.








