In this episode, Alexandra Hogue, Director of Operations at Orbis Surgery Center in Houston, shares insights on ASC growth, navigating reimbursement changes, and how AI and automation are shaping the future of outpatient care. She also discusses the center’s expansion and the challenges facing Texas ASCs today.

In this episode, Melissa Rice, Administrator at Loyola Ambulatory Surgery Center and part of Trinity Health, shares insights on higher-acuity cases, workforce resilience, data-driven decisions, and how strategic growth can strengthen care delivery.

In this episode, Dr. Nancy Beran, Vice President and Chief Quality Officer Ambulatory at Northwell Health discusses the organization's strategic focus on expanding outpatient care, improving data integration through the Epic EHR transition, and advancing quality and safety initiatives across nearly 900 ambulatory sites. She also highlights the system’s leadership in behavioral health integration and chronic disease management.

In this episode, Dr. Alex Vaccaro, President of Rothman Orthopaedics, joins the Becker’s Spine and Orthopedic Podcast to discuss groundbreaking advancements in spinal cord injury research, the role of AI in healthcare, and how robotics are transforming spine surgery.

In this episode, Dr. Darryl D’Lima, Director of Orthopedic Research at Scripps Health, joins the Becker Spine and Orthopedics Podcast to discuss the development of smart shoulder implants, their potential to revolutionize patient care, and the future of orthopedic innovation.

In this episode, Dr. Todd H. Lanman, a leading spine surgeon at Cedars-Sinai, discusses the latest innovations in artificial disc replacement. He shares insights on new technologies, challenges in insurance approvals, and the growing field of restorative motion surgery—offering hope for patients seeking alternatives to spinal fusion.

In this episode, Dr. Nicholas Grosso and Dr. Louis Levitt, Co-Founders of The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics and MedVanta, discuss their physician-led MSO and how it is transforming musculoskeletal care. They share insights on value-based care, direct-to-employer contracting, and digital innovations that empower independent orthopedic practices to thrive in an evolving healthcare landscape.

In this episode, Dr. Praveen Reddy, CEO of the Center for Minimally Invasive Neurosurgery, shares insights on the future of spine surgery. He discusses the impact of robotic and endoscopic techniques, the shift to ambulatory surgery centers, and the role of value-based care in reducing healthcare costs while maintaining quality outcomes.

In this episode, Alan Condon is joined by Angie Jimenez, CEO of Puerto Rico ASC Holding, to discuss the company’s growth, innovative surgical programs, and the rise of medical tourism in Puerto Rico. Angie shares insights on workforce challenges, emerging trends in outpatient care, and exciting plans for the company’s fourth ASC.

In this episode, Rebecca Craig, CEO of Harmony Surgery Center, shares her journey in the ASC industry, discussing key trends like site neutrality, the challenges facing surgery centers today, and also offers valuable advice for emerging ASC leaders and highlights the importance of staying engaged at both state and federal levels.