On Oct. 8, the Private Equity Stakeholder Project, a private equity watchdog organization, released a new research brief, “Private Equity in Ambulatory Surgery Centers.” The report covers the expansion of private equity firms into the ASC sector, which it values…
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Parkview Health and Orthopaedics NorthEast have opened an orthopedic ASC in Warsaw, Ind., according to an Oct. 8 report from Times-Union. The nearly 15,000-square-foot ASC will provide outpatient orthopedic and spine surgeries, including joint replacements and port procedures. The ASC…
Cardiovascular Group has added Alexis Okoh, MD, to its staff. Dr. Okoh is a non-invasive cardiologist and has contributed to more than 100 peer-reviewed publications in prestigious medical journals, according to an Oct. 8 news release from CVG. His research…
A number of federal policies proposed or enacted in the last year are expected to have a significant impact on ASCs. In July, CMS released its proposed rules for 2026, which included the addition of hundreds of procedures to the…
Building an effective care management program starts with targeting the right people. Too often, outreach is broad, generic and resource-intensive — leading to minimal engagement. In this webinar, UMass Memorial Health’s Chief Medical Officer of population health will explore proven…
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Dr. Tom Scornavacca
Chief Medical Officer of Population Health, UMass Memorial Healthcare
Justin Berry
Vice President, Population Health Conifer Health
ASCs are poised for growth over the next several years as CMS and payer policy, patient preference and demand for surgical services push more cases into the outpatient setting. While this potential for growth is promising for many ASCs, anesthesia…
Strong culture, open communication and recognition often outweigh compensation when it comes to retaining ASC staff. Becker’s sat down with the following ASC leaders to discuss what it is about their workplace cultures that they believe makes their ASC a…
Spokane, Wash.-based Eye Consultants PS opened a new clinic and plans to launch an ASC in Spokane Valley to expand access to cataract and vision care. The clinic opened in August, with an adjacent surgery center expected to open this…
Beverly Hills Gastroenterology, part of the Gastroenterology Institute of Southern California, has opened a new office in Beverly Hills to make specialized digestive care more accessible in the area. Led by gastroenterologist Peyton Berookim, MD, the practice aims to improve…
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas School of Nursing has enrolled the first cohort of students in its certified registered nurse anesthetist program. The inaugural class includes 16 students in the graduate program, which prepares nurses to provide patient-centered care…
