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…
Becker's Ambulatory Surgery Centers Podcast
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,…
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…
Neeraja Kikkeri, CEO at North Texas Team Care Surgery, discusses her role in overseeing safety protocols, staffing, and ensuring the facility meets the needs of various payment systems. She shares the strategies her team employs to address challenges in the…
Todd Currier, Administrator at Bend Surgery Center, shares strategies for boosting staff morale and providing education to enhance the patient experience. He emphasizes the significance of transparency with patients, covering every aspect of their procedure—from understanding their care plan to…
Elisa Auguste, Administrator at Precision Care Surgery Center and Vice President of the NY State Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers, addresses the critical challenges of access to care and rising costs in the healthcare industry. She emphasizes the importance of…
This episode, recorded live at Becker’s Healthcare 30th Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs, features Jacob Corbell, CEO of Midwest Cardiovascular Institute. Jacob discusses the growing role of Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) in addressing critical challenges in cardiology, including…
Dr. Jeremy Pepin of Advanced Kidney Care explores the growing role of ASCs in interventional nephrology. He discusses key trends, operational benefits for dialysis patients, and the future of this evolving care setting. This episode is sponsored by Surgery Partners.
Alyson Engle, Owner at Integrated Pain Management, discusses the critical role of thorough staff training in achieving successful patient outcomes. She highlights the value of fostering open communication among team members and cultivating a family-oriented workplace culture. Engle shares how…
This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 30th Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs, features Claude Royster, Vice President and General Manager of Wellness at CareCredit. Claude discusses strategies to address staffing challenges, leverage technology for operational…