Healthcare Providers Improve Financial, Clinical and Operational Efficiencies Through IT
October 30, 2008
ATLANTA – Even though many hospitals have not taken full advantage of opportunities to fully automate their surgery processes, those that do see significant improvements in clinical efficiencies, patient safety and quality of care. A case study recently published by Kermit Randa of Surgical Information Systems (SIS) and Mitch Work of The Work Group, Inc., outlines the benefits realized through the implementation of a best of breed perioperative system at Bassett Healthcare in Cooperstown, NY, and the University of Connecticut Health Care Center in Farmington, CT.
Surgical Information Systems Recognizes Clients at 2008 SIS Congress
September 18, 2008
ATLANTA – Surgical Information Systems (SIS), a leading provider of perioperative software solutions, recently honored outstanding hospitals for excellence in operational, financial and patient safety initiatives at the company’s annual client congress in Atlanta. SIS Congress brings together clients, technology partners and industry leaders to network and share best practices. At the event, SIS recognized hospitals and medical centers using SIS software to bring about remarkable results in their operating rooms.
MetroSouth Medical Center Partners with Surgical Information Systems
September 03, 2008
ATLANTA – Surgical Information Systems (SIS) has been chosen as the perioperative software provider for MetroSouth Medical Center (MSMC), a 410-bed acute-care hospital located in Blue Island, Illinois. MetroSouth Medical Center is the new name of the former St. Francis Hospital, which was acquired by MSMC Investors in a transaction completed in July of 2008.
Surgical Information Systems Launches Enhanced Online Client Portal
August 19, 2008
ATLANTA – Surgical Information Systems launched a newly enhanced online client portal this week in response to the needs of its growing user community. The portal, called SIS Central, features numerous tools that will drive outstanding service, improve user education, and build a collaborative community of SIS users to network and share best practices.
Arnot Ogden Medical Center Selects SIS Perioperative Solution
July 22, 2008
ATLANTA – Arnot Health has selected Surgical Information Systems (SIS) to be the perioperative systems provider for Arnot Ogden Medical Center, a not-for-profit, 256-bed medical facility serving southern New York and northern Pennsylvania.
Surgical Information Systems Selected by Ardent Health Services
May 13, 2008
ATLANTA – Ardent Health Services has chosen to partner with Surgical Information Systems (SIS) for the implementation of the SIS perioperative system in operating rooms throughout its New Mexico and Oklahoma facilities, including Hillcrest Medical Center in Tulsa and Lovelace Medical Center in Albuquerque.
Daughters of Charity Health System Selects SIS Perioperative Solution
April 28, 2008
ATLANTA – Daughters of Charity Health System (DCHS) has selected Surgical Information Systems (SIS) to be the perioperative system provider for four of its California hospitals. Seton Medical Center, O’Connor Hospital and Saint Louise Regional Hospital will be implementing the SIS Comprehensive Solution, and St. Vincent Medical Center, a SIS partner since 2003, will add significant upgrades to its current system.
AHA Endorses SIS Surgical Scheduling
February 25, 2008
ATLANTA – The American Hospital Association (AHA), announced this week an exclusive endorsement of the SIS Surgical Scheduling Solution consisting of SIS Patient Scheduling, SIS Staff Scheduling and SISWeb. SIS’ Surgical Scheduling Solution was selected for its demonstrated flexibility, stability and value after an extensive review process that included a product demo, customer interviews and in-depth research by a panel of experts.
SIS Welcomes Giglio, Nilsson to Executive Team
February 08, 2008
ATLANTA – Surgical Information Systems (SIS), the leader in integrated surgery and anesthesia management systems, announced today that it has appointed two seasoned executives to its management team. Chris Giglio joins SIS as Senior Vice President of Customer Operations and Eric Nilsson joins as Chief Technology Officer.
HFMA Selects SIS as Peer Reviewed Vendor
February 04, 2008
ATLANTA – Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) staff and volunteers have designated Surgical Information Systems (SIS) as an HFMA Peer Reviewed Vendor for Rules-Based Charging (RBC), the financial component of the SIS product. According to HFMA, the Peer Review Program is a way for members to identify the products/services their peers are using to deliver organizational savings and performance improvements.
SIS Anesthesia Goes Live at UConn
October 17, 2007
ATLANTA – SIS (Surgical Information Systems) announced today the launch of the company’s newest anesthesia module release and its successful implementation at the University of Connecticut Health Center. SIS 4.7 went live at UConn Health Center on October 15th and contains significant upgrades to SIS Anesthesia, the only anesthesia system functioning as an integrated module of a total perioperative information system.
St. Mary's Upgrades with SIS
October 10, 2007
ATLANTA – SIS (Surgical Information Systems) announced an agreement this week for a major upgrade to the perioperative system at St. Mary’s Medical Center in Huntington, West Virginia. This upgrade will expand the existing SIS OR scheduling system at SMMC to a broader SIS Perioperative Information Management System, automating the transfer of data to other hospital systems.
SIS Partners with Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Expanding Relationship with BJC HealthCare
August 14, 2007
ST. LOUIS, MO – As part of its continuing relationship with BJC HealthCare, SIS (Surgical Information Systems) will be providing its perioperative solution to Barnes-Jewish Hospital, which U.S. News & World Report ranks as number 9 in the nation and which also has the distinction of being placed on the "Honor Roll" of America’s best hospitals for the past 15 consecutive years.
Alamance Regional Medical Center Selects SIS Perioperative Solution
July 31, 2007
BURLINGTON, NC – Alamance Regional Medical Center (ARMC) has selected SIS (Surgical Information Systems), provider of the Eclipsys Sunrise Surgery™ solution, to enhance its perioperative systems. ARMC CIO Jesse Long said that the hospital chose SIS’ perioperative solution because of its functionality, ease-of-use, and easy integration with Eclipsys’ Sunrise Clinical Manager.
SIS - Materials Management Microsystems Interface Provides New Instrument Management Benefits in OR
June 26, 2007
ATLANTA – SIS (Surgical Information Systems) and Materials Management Microsystems announced today the first successful implementation of a bidirectional interface between SIS’ perioperative software solution and the SPM sterile processing information system. The new interface ensures consistency between instrument set descriptions in SPM and in SIS’ preference cards, and provides real-time information on instrumentation requirements necessary for supporting the OR schedule.
SIS and Iatric Systems to Offer MEDITECH Clients Superior Interoperability with the SIS Perioperative Solution
June 18, 2007
ATLANTA – Surgical Information Systems (SIS) announced today that it has entered into an agreement with Iatric Systems to provide MEDITECH integration services to SIS customers. SIS is the leading vendor of software and services for hospital perioperative departments. Iatric Systems is a top provider of software solutions, interfaces, and other services for the MEDITECH marketplace. This new relationship allows MEDITECH hospitals to benefit from both best-of-breed OR software and enterprise interoperability.
SIS Welcomes Kermit Randa
June 08, 2007
ATLANTA – SIS, the leader in integrated surgery and anesthesia management systems, announced today the appointment of Kermit S. Randa as Senior Vice President of Sales. Randa comes to SIS with over 15 years of healthcare software, services and technology experience, and will report directly to Edward R. Daihl, CEO for SIS.
Ellis Hospital Selects SIS
April 17, 2007
SIS Launches New Brand, New Website!
March 27, 2007
Surgical Information Systems (SIS) recently announced the launch of its new brand and corporate website. The brand includes shortening the company name from Surgical Information Systems to ‘SIS,’ changing the corporate logo, launching a new website, and changing its URL from www.orsoftware.com to www.SISFirst.com.
Surgical Information Systems to Enhance Surgical Services at Washington Hospital
February 07, 2007
Surgical Information Systems (SIS), the exclusive provider of perioperative information systems for Eclipsys, will soon improve clinical and financial outcomes for Pennsylvania’s The Washington Hospital.
SIS Appoints Software Industry Veteran, Edward R. Daihl, as CEO
February 05, 2007
Surgical Information Systems (SIS) today announced the appointment of Edward R. Daihl as Chief Executive Officer, replacing Bob Schlotman in his role as interim CEO.
Surgical Information Systems Chosen by Harrison Medical Center
January 18, 2007
Best-of-breed value coupled with advanced systems integration delivers unbeatable solution for hospitals’ most strategic department
Surgical Information Systems Appoints Chief Financial Officer To Expand Growth and Optimize Corporate Strategy
September 18, 2006
Surgical Information Systems, the leader in integrated surgery management systems, today announced the addition of Bruce H. Duner as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.
Surgical Information Systems Ranks Number 64 on the 13th Annual Healthcare Informatics 100 List, a Dramatic 18-Spot Jump
June 22, 2006
Recent Go Lives Demonstrate Company’s Impressive Time to Value Strategy
Surgical Information Systems Enhances Product Functionality - Supports National Quality/Safety Initiatives
June 07, 2006
Surgical Information Systems (SIS) announced today the availability of enhanced functionality of their surgical services products for customers who face tough patient safety initiatives.
Surgical Information Systems Helps Hospitals Improve Lives and their Bottom Line
April 27, 2006
Upcoming annual customer meeting to host hundreds of perioperative professionals from across North America
Surgical Information Systems Partners with AORN To Fund Educational Grants for Nurses Impacted by Hurricane Katrina
April 20, 2006
Surgical Information Systems (SIS), the leading provider of integrated surgery management systems, recently partnered with the AORN Foundation to fund educational grants for hurricane-impacted members.
Surgical Information Systems and Vista Equity Partners Complete Management Buyout
February 13, 2006
Surgical Information Systems (“SIS”), a leading provider of integrated surgery management systems, announced today the closing of a management buyout backed by Scott L’Heureux and Vista Equity Partners (“
Surgical Information Systems Receives Performance of Excellence Award
January 20, 2006
Award Recognizes SIS Subsidiary Company, SIS Software (India) Pty. Ltd., for its Commitment to Quality Software Development.