Innovation Overview For prospective owners the need occurs for defining ASC industry, has seen distinct surgical advancements in specialties such as cardiology and spine, allowing for more procedures to move to the outpatient setting. 1. Surgical Robots Robotic surgery in the ASC environment is a novel approach with a very significant impact on our anesthesia practices. Recently, we've seen an...

ASC Operating Challenges ASCs have faced multiple challenges since the pandemic began in March 2020, from limited elective procedures and temporary center closures to staff furloughs and high personal protective equipment costs. Physician owners and operators are looking ahead to future growth and see that a few big threats to independence remain, based on conversations with more than 25 surgery...

Competitive Strategy Overview Simply provide the most available block time, superbly trained (in bedside manner and skill set) staff and a state-of-the-art facility. This scenario is conducive to attracting surgeons, as well as their patients, and of course the outcomes thereof. We take a close look at the specialties that we consider our niche and find ways to be the best provider for that...

Industry Trends Overview During the Becker's ASC Review 27th Annual Meeting: The Business and Operations of ASCs, which took place Oct. 21-23 in Chicago, several experts shared insight on the key trends, challenges and opportunities within the ASC industry.  Here are 15 key observations from the in-person event: Talent & Culture Dynamics A shifting labor market and evolving workforce...