Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) are uniquely positioned to lead meaningful changes in environmental stewardship while maintaining efficiency, safety, and financial performance. The webinar explores practical, evidence-based strategies to reduce waste anesthetic gas (WAG) exposure, minimize high-global warming potential agents, optimize fresh gas flows, and implement sustainable waste management practices. Participants will gain actionable insights into integrating low-flow anesthesia, TIVA and regional techniques when appropriate, recycling initiatives, and smart OR energy practices, without compromising patient outcomes. Designed specifically for ASC clinicians and leaders, this session connects environmental responsibility with operational excellence and cost-conscious care delivery.
At the conclusion of this webinar, participants will be able to:
1. Describe the environmental and occupational impact of waste anesthetic gases and high-GWP volatile agents in the ASC setting
2. Identify evidence-based strategies to reduce anesthetic-related emissions, including low fresh gas flow techniques and alternative anesthetic approaches
3. Implement practical waste reduction, recycling, and pharmaceutical disposal practices to decrease the ASC carbon footprint
4. Evaluate facility-level opportunities to improve OR efficiency, energy conservation, and sustainable supply chain decisions