Advice for the Surgical Specialist – Hold effective staff meetings. Every practice needs to create opportunities for departments to work together and exchange ideas. Daily Business Meetings™ (morning meetings) and Monthly Business Reviews™ (staff meetings) fulfill this important purpose. Daily meetings are a chance to review the day’s planned activities, while monthly team meetings should be reserved for discussing office policies and areas for improvement. Develop an agenda before each meeting to give the team time to prepare questions and comments.