How a Queens Hospital Became the First Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Center of Excellence

In this episode of AORN Periop Talk, we sat down with the team at NYC Health + Hospitals Queens to talk about their journey to becoming the first hospital to earn the Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Center of Excellence designation.The team shares how collaboration across nursing, surgery, anesthesia, leadership, and support services helped make ERAS part of everyday practice. They also discuss the impact on patient recovery, including shorter hospital stays, fewer surgical site infections, stronger patient education, and greater staff engagement.Hear what they learned along the way and the advice they have for other perioperative teams beginning their own ERAS journey.Interested in the AORN Center of Excellence ERAS Program? Learn more: https://www.aorn.org/education/education-for-facilities/surgical-safety-center-of-excellence/center-of-excellence-in-surgical-safety-enhanced-recovery-after-surgeryThis evidence-based program is made possible by our sponsors CONMED, Pacira and Solventum through the AORN Foundation.Support the showWelcome to the Periop Talk—your go-to podcast series where we examine the world of perioperative nursing.Episode after episode, we're bringing you professional tips, clinical wisdom, and personal stories that highlight the real world of perioperative nursing. Curious about the latest surgical techniques? We got you. Wondering how to navigate the challenges of the periop journey? We're here for that too.Our podcast series isn't just about sharing information; it's about building a community. Meet the people behind the masks, hear their journeys, and join the rotation of periop professionals making a difference. From students and new nurses to seasoned pros, we've got content for every stage of your perioperative practice.Periop Talk is your peek behind the red line to the world of perioperative nursing. It's not just about the OR – it's about the heart and soul of healthcare. Let's scrub in and start making surgery safer, one podcast at a time.Watch more episodes at: (1) Periop Talk vlog - YouTube