It’s Fall Prevention Awareness Week and the OctariusRx team is recognizing and helping to spread the word from the National Council on Aging (NCOA). There are many factors that impact our risk of falls, but it’s important to remember that falling is NOT a normal part of aging. Join us the week of Sept. 18-24 in a nationwide effort to prevent falls among older adults.
Tag: Patient safety
Medication Safety Quiz 2022
The 2022 version of the OctariusRx medication safety quiz is about to be released. Use our tool to help enhance patient safety and satisfy the regulatory requirement.
Does an ASC need a pharmacy consultant?
Does an ASC need a pharmacy consultant? The short answer is, YES! In this week’s post we will discuss why it is important for a facility to work with an expert pharmacy consultant.
Drug Shortages Update: July 2022
This week we are once again providing an update on the most recent drug shortages.
Preview the New Medications of 2022
Preview the new medications of 2022, as we reach the halfway point of the year. In this post, we look at the most recent approvals to keep you informed and help you keep your patients safe.
Thank You to the New York State Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers
Speaking at the “2022 Spring Conference” was a gratifying experience. A special thank you to Donna Moccio and Laurie Roderiques for the invitation to participate.
Happy National Nurses Week!
Happy National Nurses Week to all our nursing colleagues, clients, friends and family.
Victor Alves Presenting at the NYSAASC Spring Conference
OctariusRx President and Consultant Pharmacist Victor Alves is presenting “Medication Management 101 and 201: The Basic and the Advanced” at the New York State Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers Spring Conference.
Drug Shortages Update: April 2022
This week we are once again providing an update on the most recent drug shortages.
How much inventory should you keep on hand?
How much inventory should you keep on hand is a frequently asked question. The answer is not always black and white, but there are some factors to consider when making this decision.