Becker’s Healthcare -- Ambulatory Surgery Centers Podcast

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 30th Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs features Dr. Omar Khokhar, Partner at Illinois Gastro Health. Here, he shares insights on the growing challenges of maintaining a positive patient experience in ASCs, including the importance of embracing technology and ensuring financial transparency. He emphasizes the need for ongoing dialogue w...

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 30th Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs features Jeffrey Flynn, Administrator and COO of Gramercy Surgery Center. Here, he shares insights on the growing challenges in ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs), particularly with increasing volume and value-based care. He discusses strategies for maintaining positive patient experiences and stay...

This episode, recorded live at Becker’s Healthcare 30th Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs, features Dr. Jerald Garcia, CEO of Hawaii Institute for Pain and The Surgical Suites of Honolulu. Dr. Garcia shares strategies for overcoming staffing shortages, improving patient satisfaction, and fostering a mission-driven culture to enhance the ASC experience.

This episode, recorded live at Becker’s Healthcare 30th Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs, features Jacob Rodman, CEO of Raleigh Neurosurgical Clinic. Jacob shares strategies for addressing ASC growth challenges, including staffing and anesthesia shortages, improving patient understanding of billing processes, and fostering a collaborative workplace culture.

In this episode, Kristopher Kitz, CEO of Wyatt Surgery Center, discusses the evolution of ambulatory surgery centers, the role of physician leadership, and the growing focus on specialties like spine, pain, and neurosurgery. He also shares insights on leveraging AI, enhancing consumer experiences, and navigating the challenges and opportunities of a startup ASC.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 30th Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs, features Scott Kulstad, CEO of St. Paul Eye Clinic. Here, he explores strategies for managing rising costs in healthcare and how the implementation of new AI technology helps to minimize errors, ultimately improving efficiency and patient outcomes. Disclaimer: This content is subject to change w...

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 30th Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs, features Elaina Turner, ASC Administrator at Commonwealth Pain and Spine. Here, she discusses the importance of prioritizing staffing and fostering a positive environment for both patients and employees. Turner also emphasizes the value of guiding patients through every step of their procedure,...

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 30th Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs, features Dr. Basil Besh, Founder of Precision SurgiCenter. Here, he discusses the transition of patients from inpatient to outpatient care and the role it plays in improving efficiency and outcomes. Dr. Besh also highlights the importance of maintaining open communication with patients to effect...

Dr. Marvin K. Smith and Dr. Daniel B. Chan, leading orthopedic surgeons, join Becker's Healthcare to discuss their journeys in Sports Medicine and the evolution of Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs). They delve into the impact of higher acuity procedures on ASCs, strategic collaborations, and exciting developments in the field. This episode is sponsored by Johnson & Johnson MedTech.  To advance...

Recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 30th Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs, this episode features Michael Gale, Administrative Director, Sentara Obici Ambulatory Surgical Center. Gale discusses strategies for managing ASC growth, enhancing patient education, addressing financial challenges, and improving clinical outcomes in the evolving healthcare landscape.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 30th Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs, features Dr. Ken Rich, President of Raleigh Neurosurgical Clinic. Here, he discusses strategies for enhancing the patient experience, the advantages of operating a smaller clinic that fosters a strong work environment for surgeons and staff, and how prioritizing staff translates to better patien...

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 30th Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs, features Dr. Rick Ngo, General Surgeon at Texas Hernia & Surgical Specialists. Here, he shares his approach to prioritizing the patient experience, from initial consultation through post-surgery care. Dr. Ngo also discusses the importance of providing individualized attention to each patient...

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 30th Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs, features Nyleen Flores, Chief Administrative Officer at Lake Oconee Orthopedics. Here, she discusses strategies for ensuring patient safety in the outpatient setting, the importance of finding and retaining satisfied employees, and fostering a culture that values all roles equally. Flores highli...

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 30th Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs, features Tina Piotrowski, CEO of Copper Ridge Surgery Center. Here, she delves into the organizational challenges that arise when updating service lines and procedures, and how navigating these conflicts effectively can benefit operations. Piotrowski also emphasizes the role of clear communicati...

In this episode, Dr. Ravi K. Bashyal, Director of Outpatient Hip and Knee Replacement Surgery at Endeavor Health, discusses groundbreaking research on infection prevention in joint replacements. Learn how his innovative use of advanced irrigation techniques has led to a remarkable 0% infection rate over three years, revolutionizing patient outcomes and healthcare costs.

This episode, recorded at the 21st Annual Spine Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC + the Future of Spine Conference, features Dr. Michael Redler, Orthopedic surgeon at Connecticut Orthopaedics. Here, he discusses the evolving patient-provider dynamic, the impact of new technologies on patient care, and strategies for working smarter in healthcare. Dr. Redler also shares his experiences with...

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 30th Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs, features Dr. Earl Kilbride, Surgeon at Austin Orthopedic Institute. Here, he discusses the importance of maintaining optimal staffing levels to ensure efficiency and safety, strategies for fostering alignment and communication among team members in a surgery center, and the value of taking a pat...

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 30th Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs, features Joseph D'Agostino, ASC Administrator at Advanced Surgery Center Perimeter. Joseph shares insights on strategies to enhance patient satisfaction, foster financial transparency, and maintain a strong team culture amidst the growing demand for ASC services.

In this episode, Dr. Ravi K. Bashyal, Director of Outpatient Hip and Knee Replacement Surgery at Endeavor Health, joins the podcast to discuss his annual mission trips to Nepal with Operation Walk Chicago. He shares how his team provides free hip and knee replacements to underserved patients while training local providers, overcoming unique challenges, and fostering global collaboration to improve...

In this episode, Mark Davis, Adjunct Professor at the Forsyth Institute and former COO of the Miami Cancer Institute, shares his journey in operational turnarounds, driving patient satisfaction, and fostering a culture of excellence. Join this engaging discussion on the evolving challenges in healthcare and how strategic discipline and cultural alignment can lead to transformative success.

In this episode, Dr. Jason Koh, Orthopedic Surgeon at Endeavor Health, discusses cutting-edge advancements in regenerative medicine, robotic surgery, and AI, while addressing the challenges of declining reimbursements and rising costs in healthcare.

In this episode, Becker's Healthcare's Erika Spicer Mason speaks with April Spillane, Vice President of Health Economics at Barricaid. April discusses the surge in outpatient spine procedures, the challenges and opportunities surrounding reimbursement, and how innovations like Barricaid are paving the way for wider access and improved patient care in ASC settings.  This episode is sponsored by Bar...

In this episode, Sarah Sterling, CASC, Area Director of Operations for Sutter Health Surgery Center Division, discusses key growth strategies in ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs). Sarah shares insights on tackling provider shortages through innovative training programs, leveraging AI for operational efficiency, and expanding into higher-acuity procedures.

In this episode, Tina Piotrowski, CEO of Copper Ridge Surgery Center, joins the podcast to discuss key industry trends, including the impact of CMS payment changes and federal leadership shifts. She highlights Copper Ridge's growth strategies, investments in robotic technology, and a renewed focus on enhancing patient engagement and communication for 2025.

In this episode, Dr. George Ozoude, Orthopedic Surgeon & Founder of the Movement Orthopaedic Institute, discusses his journey from employed practice to pioneering a direct-pay care model in Houston, Texas. Dr. Ozoude shares the challenges and opportunities of his innovative approach, the importance of physician autonomy, and how marketing and technology are shaping the future of orthopedics.