In this episode, Dr. Earl Kilbride, orthopedic surgeon at Austin Orthopedic Institute, discusses major trends shaping healthcare and ASCs, including consolidation, reimbursement challenges, and the role of AI. He also shares insights on the growing shift toward outpatient procedures and…
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