New York State Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers is a nonprofit organization that represents ASCs throughout New York.
Here are five things to know about the organization:
1. The New York association represents 28 licensed freestanding ASCs throughout the state.
2. The association aims to offer educational programs about safety and efficiency in ambulatory surgery.
3. NYSAASC's mission also includes legislation and regulations which influence ASC care. The association also works with various organizations on ASC industry trends.
4. Thomas Faith is the president of NYSAASC and is the vice president of healthcare operations for West Seneca, N.Y.-based Center for Ambulatory Surgery.
5. Including Mr. Faith, nine members comprise the association's board.