Extending BCMA Into the OR Tests Workflow—and Culture

By Gina ShawBringing barcode medication administration (BCMA) into ORs remains one of medication safety’s most persistent challenges, but one that is increasingly achievable with the right preparation, multidisciplinary buy-in, and workflow flexibility, according to presenters at the ASHP Midyear 2025 Clinical Meeting & Exhibition, in Las Vegas. The experiences of several health systems demonstrate how perioperative care teams are tackling the logistical barriers to close the gap in BCMA a