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J A Koncel

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Pharmacists expand their roles through clinical services.

This article highlights various educational forums that were held at the 13th annual Midyear Clinical Meeting of the American Society of Hospital Pharmacists. Among the areas covered by the article are justification for clinical pharmacy services, administrative considerations in a drug utilization review program, and the expanding role of the pharmacist in the emergency department.

Congresses as Topic↗

Ambulatory surgical center lowers costs, not services.

The development of ambulatory surgical centers is a recent development in the health care delivery system. This article reflects the experience of one hospital in developing and implementing an ambulatory surgical program.

Cost Control↗

The four Cs of food service.

This article focuses on the themes of cost containment, competence, compilance, and commitment in food service administration in the health care setting. Particular emphasis is given to cost containment and various ways to contain costs in the food service operation are presented.

Costs and Cost Analysis↗

Pharmacists voice their concern over patient package inserts.

The annual meetings of the America Pharmaceutical Association and the American Society of Hospital Pharmacists are a time for discussion of issues that currently affect the profession. Two major issues discussed at this year's meetings were the distribution of patient package inserts and the increased numbers of pharmacists graduating from college each year. This report highlights discussion about these two issues and presents excerpts from the inaugural addresses of the incoming presidents.

Attitude of Health Personnel↗

Organizational leaders grapple with nutrition education issues.

The leaders of four food service organizations met recently in Chicago to exchange information about nutrition education. Highlights of that conference are described herein, including a presentation on the AHA's Center for Health Promotion.

American Hospital Association↗

Energy conservation is everybody's business.

The energy crisis is affecting all aspects of society, including hospitals and health care institutions. In keeping with the need to conserve energy, the food service administrator should consider implementing an energy management program. Various resources that can help the food service administrator to conserve energy are described herein.

Conservation of Natural Resources↗