Concept Generation: Laying the groundwork for a successful ASC project

In episode 5 we're joined by Tami Robinson, the Executive Director of Operations at the Franciscan Orthopedic Surgery Center in Carmel, IN. Tami brings over two decades of ASC experience in addition to serving as an ASC surveyor and serving on the ASC Quality Collaborative Committee. Tami talks about early decisions made in the clinical planning phase that define the culture of your organization and ensure a cohesive, aligned and successful launch.

In episode 4, we're joined by Kyle Anderson, VP of Finance and ASC at Ortho Rhode Island. Kyle discusses the operational decisions that turn your vision into reality and lay the foundation for future success. We discuss capital equipment strategies, the role of clinical directors, anesthesia solutions, accreditation processes, and early engagement with payers. The conversation highlights the need for integration and project management to ensure a successful launch and long-term growth of the surgery center.

In this episode of "Whatever the Case," we explore how early OR design and technology decisions can shape the success of an ASC. Industry expert Marty Rosenberg shares insights on stakeholder involvement, modern OR sizing, and the essential role of sterile processing and storage; offering strategies to future-proof your facility for long-term growth and efficiency.

Dr. Arthur Valadie, orthopedic surgeon and president of Coastal Orthopedics in Bradenton, FL, joins Whatever the Case to discuss the first phase of the new build process: Concept Generation. In this episode, he explores key activities such as selecting the right partners, crafting a data-driven business plan, and establishing the groundwork for a successful project.

Kyle Anderson, Vice President of Finance and ASC at Ortho Rhode Island, joins the Whatever the Case podcast to help us unveil our New Build Playbook. This interactive guide, developed in collaboration with surgeon owners and administrators, along with Stryker’s extensive experience partnering on over 400 centers, aims to simplify the intricate process of a new ASC project. The playbook systematically outlines milestones and key considerations throughout the journey. In this inaugural episode of the season, Kyle provides an overview of each phase, paving the way for future episodes that will delve into each phase in greater detail.

During Women's History Month, bariatric surgeon and entrepreneur, Dr. Betsy Dovec, joins Whatever the case to discuss the topics of obesity and GLP-1's, bariatric surgery in the ASC setting, her ASC project that's underway, and the creation of her innovative brand, Body by Bariatrics, her vehicle for expanding access to high quality, whole patient bariatric care.

Founder and CEO of LeftCoast Healthcare Advisors, Michael McClain, joins Whatever the case to discuss their ASC wellness checkup series, and what ASCs should consider to ensure financial health and future health of their organizations.

Past Ambulatory Surgery Center Association President and CEO of Mississippi Valley Health, Michael Patterson, joins 'Whatever the case' to help us put a bow on 2023, and shares his outlook on what's ahead for ASCs in 2024.

Kyle Anderson, Vice President of Finance and ASC at Orthopedics Rhode Island, joins us to discuss the intersection of finance and operations to achieve balance, profitability and efficiency within their ASC.

CEO of the Center for Sports Medicine and Orthopedics, Becky Farmer, joins the Whatever the Case podcast to share her groups journey and lessons learned planning, building and relocating into their new state-of-the-art ASC earlier this year that was built with growth and the future in mind.