Putting Safety First: Observing National Safety Month at Bend Surgery Center

June is National Safety Month, a nationwide observance led by the National Safety Council to spotlight the importance of preventing injury and creating safe environments—at home, at work, and in healthcare settings. At Bend Surgery Center, safety isn’t just something we focus on once a year—it’s the foundation of how we care for every patient, every day.

Our commitment to safety goes above and beyond the basic standards. While we comply with all protocols established by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), we also follow the more rigorous safety practices outlined by The Joint Commission, a national leader in promoting the highest standards of healthcare quality and patient safety.

Here’s how we put that commitment into action:

• We foster a culture of safety. Staff are encouraged to speak openly about risks, concerns, and opportunities for improvement.
• We hold regular safety reviews. Teams meet routinely to examine protocols and address any areas of potential harm.
• We train our staff continuously. From infection prevention to emergency preparedness, ongoing training ensures everyone is up to date.
• We follow strict OR safety protocols. This includes pre-surgery timeouts, surgical checklists, and equipment verifications.
• We exceed infection prevention standards. We use evidence-based practices and meticulous hygiene protocols to protect every patient.

Patient safety is more than a checklist—it’s a mindset that shapes every interaction, decision, and process in our facility. As we join the national conversation during National Safety Month, we reaffirm our commitment to providing the safest possible care to our community.

At Bend Surgery Center, safety isn’t a once-a-year focus. It’s our everyday standard.