Laurie Noble, Administrator of The Endo Center at Voorhees

In this episode, Leslie Jebson, Administrator of the Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Network at Prisma Health, shares insights on sustainable growth, AI integration in scheduling and administrative workflows, the future of ambulatory care, and more.

In this episode, Kelly Williby of McKesson Medical-Surgical and Jeff Gerstner of DinamicOR join the podcast to discuss how technology and strong partnerships are streamlining OR workflows, improving safety, and helping surgery centers overcome staffing and efficiency challenges.This episode is sponsored by McKesson Medical-Surgical.

In this episode, Saad Ehtisham, DHA, FACHE, President and CEO of Atlantic Health, joins the Becker’s Healthcare Podcast to share his journey from bedside nurse to system leader. He discusses the organization’s focus on workforce development, population health, research, and creating a culture that empowers teams to thrive while driving quality and innovation.

In this episode, Dr. Asif Ilyas, Orthopaedic Surgeon and President of the Rothman Opioid Foundation, shares strategies to reduce opioid reliance while ensuring effective pain management. He discusses multimodal approaches, patient education, and the ongoing challenges of fentanyl and overdose deaths.

In this episode, Laurie Noble, Administrator of The Endo Center at Voorhees, shares insights on ASC growth, the role of AI in improving patient outcomes, and how her team is adapting to changing payer trends and a growing younger patient population.

Amanda Ryan, DO, MBA, Chief Executive Officer and Physician Owner at Advanced ASC of Carlsbad New Mexico, joins the podcast to discuss the challenges and opportunities surrounding reimbursements in the ASC space. She shares her focus on expanding services, creating new partnerships, and driving growth to strengthen her organization’s impact in the community.

Armen Voskeridjian, Director of Anesthesia Services at Jefferson Surgery Center at The Navy Yard, joins the podcast to share insights from his recent foot and ankle study, including key findings and implications for patient care. He also discusses breakthroughs in outpatient surgery, particularly around the use of narcotics, and highlights the trends he’s following that are shaping the future of the ASC space.

In this episode, Ashley Hilliard, MBA, MSN, RN, CPAN, Administrator of Piedmont Outpatient Surgery Center, shares insights on new ASC procedure codes, reimbursement challenges, and the impact of North Carolina’s changing certificate of need laws on future growth.

Paula Ferrada, MD, FACS, FCCM, MAMSE, Chair of the Department of Surgery at Inova Fairfax Medical Campus (IFMC), Professor of Medical Education at the University of Virginia, Division and System Chief of Trauma & Acute Care Surgery, and Medical Director of Perioperative Services at IFMC, highlights her focus on driving long-term success. She emphasizes viewing failure as a learning opportunity, building a culture of trust, and the importance of fostering community within an organization.

In this episode, Mark Mayo, CASC, Administrator at Associated Surgical Center, discusses the top challenges and opportunities for ASCs today. He shares insights on physician independence, regulatory changes, and how outpatient surgery centers can prepare for growth in a shifting healthcare landscape.