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That's a wrap on the 11th Annual Surgical Safety Network Conference! Over the past few days, we’ve been inspired by the passion and ingenuity of our community—healthcare leaders, innovators, and partners all committed to transforming healthcare. From exploring how human factors shape modern clinical environments, to uncovering new opportunities in OR efficiency, professional development, and research with the Black Box Platform™, every session fueled fresh ideas and collaboration. The energy and excitement for what lies ahead was palpable throughout the conference. A heartfelt thank you to our distinguished speakers, engaged attendees, and dedicated team who made this gathering our most impactful yet. We’re already planning for SSN 2027! Stay tuned in the upcoming months for updates. Together, we’ll continue driving innovation, excellence, and transformation in healthcare. #SSN2026 #BlackBoxPlatform #ORBlackBox #HealthcareInnovation #FutureofHealthcare

Another energizing day at the 11th Annual Surgical Safety Network Conference! The momentum continued as thought leaders and innovators came together to exchange ideas, share breakthroughs, and inspire new approaches transforming healthcare. Today's sessions spotlighted: → New insights from integrating human factors into modern clinical environments → Advancing OR efficiency to drive cost reduction, expand care accessibility, and support workforce wellness → Innovative ways customers are leveraging the Black Box Platform™ in research initiatives → Proven strategies for scaling from pilot programs to system-wide solutions → Learning from high-reliability industries to strengthen safety culture and prevent harm through mission-driven improvement The depth of expertise and collaborative spirit in the room was truly inspiring. Thank you to all our speakers and attendees for fostering such meaningful discussions. #SSN2026 #BlackBoxPlatform #ORBlackBox #HealthcareInnovation #FutureofHealthcare

Incredible day at the 11th Annual Surgical Safety Network Conference! We’re inspired by how healthcare innovators are harnessing AI-enabled technologies to drive systemic improvement. Today’s sessions highlighted: → Designing safety into clinical systems, reinforcing that excellence and reliability are products of intentional system design → Shifting from outcome-only metrics to process-level insight, using real-time data to identify where improvement efforts and ROI truly live → Treating psychological safety as a measurable performance lever, directly linked to resilience, risk reduction, and better clinical outcomes Profound thanks to our distinguished speakers for sharing their expertise and vision. The conversations continue tomorrow—stay tuned! #SSN2026 #BlackBoxPlatform #ORBlackBox #HealthcareInnovation

The 11th Annual Surgical Safety Network Conference is officially underway! After an afternoon of focused conversations, we kicked things off this evening with our welcome reception. The room was buzzing with ideas, insights, and inspiration. We're thrilled to reconnect with longtime collaborators and to welcome new voices joining us for their first #SSN2026. It’s shaping up to be a powerful few days ahead!

Hello from sunny Palm Beach! 🌴 The @surgicalsafety team is on-site and excited to kick off the 11th Annual Surgical Safety Network Conference. Stay tuned this week as we share key insights, bold ideas, and standout moments from hashtag#SSN2026.

We are excited to spotlight an upcoming panel at the 11th Annual Surgical Safety Network Conference: "Operating Room Efficiency Beyond Manual Data Entry: Achieving True Impact on Cost Reduction, Care Accessibility, and Workforce Wellness." This high-level discussion will be led by Sam Wald, MD, MBA, FASA, Chief Medical Officer, Perioperative & Interventional Care at @StanfordHealth, who will share perspectives on how healthcare leaders can think beyond data capture to shape more sustainable, efficient, and resilient surgical systems. Dr. Wald will be joined by a distinguished panel of experts, including: ▸ Ashley Peterson, Clinical Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine at @StanfordHealth ▸ Matthew Porembka, Associate Professor of Surgical Oncology at @UTSWMedCenter ▸ Cory Shortell, Director of Perioperative Services at The @OSUWexMed Together, they will explore the broader implications of operating room efficiency—examining top-line and bottom-line optimization, improved patient access, and the impact on staff wellness. The panel will highlight how these factors interconnect to drive lasting improvements in financial sustainability, workforce well-being, and clinical practice. More details about the conference can be found at surgicalsafetynetwork.com/ #SSN2026 #OREfficiency #FutureofHealthcare

How do you move from a promising pilot to a successful, system-wide implementation? At the 11th Annual Surgical Safety Network Conference, the session “The Economics of Transitioning from a Pilot Initiative to a System-Wide Solution" will tackle this critical question. Led by William Daniel, Vice President of Health System Affairs and Chief Quality Officer at @UTSWMedCenter, the discussion will explore what it takes to scale hospital-wide adoption of the Black Box Platform™—from engaging key stakeholders to demonstrating ROI in quality, safety, and efficiency. Dr. Daniel will be joined by a panel of experts, including: ▸ Elizabeth Papaila, MD, Vice President of Surgical Services at @bswhealth ▸ Stacy Brethauer, Interim Chief Quality and Patient Safety Officer and Clinical Professor of Surgery at @OSUWexMed ▸ Sam Wald, MD, MBA, FASA, Chief Medical Officer, Perioperative & Interventional Care at @StanfordHealth Together, they’ll share practical insights and proven strategies from their own organizations to help others successfully navigate this transition. More details about the conference can be found at surgicalsafetynetwork.com/ #SSN2026 #HealthcareInsights #ROI

We are excited to spotlight another featured session at the 11th Annual Surgical Safety Network Conference: “The Strategic Value of Continuous Professional Development: Advancing Education, Talent Acquisition, Risk Mitigation, and Organizational Culture.” Led by Graham Billingham, Chief Medical Officer at @MedProProtector, this discussion will explore how investments in professional education—whether for trainees or practicing clinicians—deliver measurable returns by improving outcomes, reducing clinical and legal risk, optimizing efficiency, and strengthening institutional reputation. Dr. Billingham will be joined by an accomplished panel of experts, including: ▸ Tracy Zito, Trauma Medical Director at @orlandohealth ▸ John Mansour, Professor of Surgery and Vice Chair of Quality at @UTSWMedCenter ▸ Megan Nolan, MSN, MBA, RN, CNOR, NEA-BC, Senior Director of Nursing and Patient Care Operations at @BostonChildrens ▸ Boris Zevin MD, PhD, FRCSC, Associate Professor of Surgery and SEAMO Medical Education Scholar at @queensu and Kingston Health Sciences Centre Panelists will share diverse perspectives, highlighting how tools such as the OR Black Box® and Trauma Black Box® can support continuous professional development and drive lasting improvements in clinical practice and organizational culture. More details about the conference can be found at surgicalsafetynetwork.com/ #SSN2026 #HealthcareInnovation #ProfessionalDevelopment

How are organizations using the Black Box Platform™ to power cutting-edge research? At the 11th Annual Surgical Safety Network Conference, the session “Research Think Tank” will explore how leading institutions are leveraging the platform to strengthen clinical insights and advance patient safety and quality research. This interactive session will feature leading experts who are shaping the future of healthcare innovation: ▸ @SaraJeanSinger, Professor of Health Policy and Medicine at @StanfordMed ▸ Portia Kalun, PhD, Postdoctoral Fellow at @Sunnybrook ▸ Jeanett Strandbygaard, Clinical Associate Professor and Obstetrician at @Rigshospitalet ▸ @ChloeNobuhara, General Surgery Resident at @StanfordSurgery More details about the conference, including how to apply to attend, can be found at surgicalsafetynetwork.com/ #SSN2026 #Research #HealthcareInnovation

How can human factors and systems design unlock the full impact of healthcare technologies? At the 11th Annual Surgical Safety Network Conference, the session “Designing for Safety: The Role of Human Factors in Modern Clinical Environments” will explore how applying a human-factors approach can enhance safety, improve efficiency, and strengthen the return on investment for technologies like the Black Box Platform™. This engaging session will be led by Patricia Trbovich, Associate Professor of Quality Improvement and Patient Safety, Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation at University of Toronto and Badeau Family Research Chair in Patient Safety and Quality Improvement at North York General Hospital. Dr. Trbovich will guide attendees through: ▸ How can human factors analysis reveal system factors that shape the processes leading to safe, resilient and efficient care in complex work environments? ▸ Real-world examples where human-factors strategies have delivered measurable improvements. ▸ How can we create improvements that are both evidence-based and widely adopted in practice, with a clear return on investment? More details about the conference, including how to apply to attend, can be found at surgicalsafetynetwork.com/ #SSN2026 #HumanFactors #HealthcareInnovation

How can real-time outcome data transform quality benchmarking? At the 11th Annual Surgical Safety Network Conference, the session “Real-Time Clinical Outcomes: A Transformative Approach to Quality Benchmarking” will take on this critical question. Led by @talaminidoc, Vice President of Surgical Clinical Operations and Program Development at @NorthwellHealth, the discussion will examine the limitations of established programs such as NSQIP and TQIP, which rely on retrospective, case-selected data. Panelists will highlight how comprehensive, near–real-time outcome data can identify process gaps as they occur, enable targeted deployment of quality initiatives, and support accurate, dynamic benchmarking. Dr. Talamini will be joined by an expert panel, including: ▸ @herbert_zeh, Professor and Chair of the Department of Surgery at @UTSWMedCenter ▸ Barbara Gaines, Professor of Surgery and Division Chief at @UTSWMedCenter and Surgeon-in-Chief at @childrens ▸ @maryhawn, Professor of Surgery and Chair of the Department of Surgery at @Stanford Together, they’ll explore the impact of real-time insights, share institutional experiences with outcomes, and discuss the potential for multi-institutional initiatives that can transform quality improvement efforts across perioperative and trauma care. More details about the conference, including how to apply to attend, can be found at surgicalsafetynetwork.com/ #SSN2026 #HealthcareBenchmarking #QualityImprovement #FutureofHealthcare

We're honored to announce that Sylvia Trent-Adams, PhD, RN, FAAN, FNAP, ANEF, President and CEO at the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (@TheIHI), will deliver the keynote address at the 11th Annual Surgical Safety Network Conference. Dr. Trent-Adams is a distinguished healthcare leader, public health advocate, and lifelong public servant whose career has been dedicated to improving health and healthcare in the United States and around the world. Over three decades of service and leadership, she has: ▸ Served as Acting Surgeon General and Deputy Surgeon General of the United States, guiding national health policy and emergency response efforts ▸ Led major public health initiatives at the US Department of Health & Human Services, including global programs addressing HIV/AIDS and epidemic preparedness ▸ Served as President of the University of North Texas Health Science Center, where she oversaw transformative research initiatives — including a $150 million Alzheimer’s research grant, the largest in the university’s history ▸ Championed health equity, quality improvement, and patient safety, bringing a deep commitment to service, collaboration, and system-level change As IHI’s President and CEO, Dr. Trent-Adams leads one of the world’s most influential organizations in advancing the science of improvement in health and healthcare. Her keynote will explore how healthcare systems can drive meaningful, equitable change — from the bedside to the global stage. Join us for an inspiring conversation with one of the most accomplished and visionary leaders in public health and healthcare improvement. More details about the conference, including how to apply to attend, can be found at surgicalsafetynetwork.com #SSN2026 #FutureofHealthcare #HealthcareInnovation

That's a wrap on the annual Nursing Working Group Retreat! This year’s retreat brought together nursing leaders from across the Surgical Safety Network for several days of connection, collaboration, and innovation. Highlights included: → A keynote by Dr. Komal Bajaj on Success Cause Analysis (SCA) — a proactive approach to understanding the factors behind positive outcomes and complementing traditional safety methods → A panel discussion showcasing how the Black Box Platform™ is being leveraged across the network to enhance safety, quality, and resilience → An interactive case study challenge, where participants analyzed anonymized Black Box Platform data to explore strategies for improving OR efficiency → A collaborative session led by Lisa Cianfichi on strengthening connections across the network through shared best practices → A fireside chat with Megan Nolan, MSN, MBA, RN, CNOR, NEA-BC on the role of leadership in shaping the future of surgical safety Thank you to all who attended and contributed their insights. We’re already looking forward to continuing this important work together next year! #NursingWorkingGroup2025 #PerioperativeLeadership #BlackBoxPlatform

The annual Nursing Working Group Retreat is officially underway in New York City, kicking off last night with a welcome pre-event dinner. The retreat brings together nursing leaders dedicated to advancing safety, quality, efficiency, and resilience in the operating room—and beyond. It’s inspiring to reconnect with familiar faces and to welcome new voices joining us for the first time. The energy in the room was unmistakable, and we’re looking forward to an engaging and impactful few days ahead! #NursingWorkingGroup2025 #PerioperativeLeadership #BlackBoxPlatform