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Former Mount Carmel physician’s $18M lawsuit tossed by judge
A former Ohio physician who was fired and later acquitted of murder charges in the deaths of 14 patients has lost a defamation lawsuit against Columbus-based Mount Carmel Health System, The Vindicator reported June 17. What happened?
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ASC speaker spotlight: Shirin Hasan, Research Manager at Endeavor Health
Shirin Hassan, PhD, is a research manager at Endeavor Health, one of Illinois’ largest healthcare systems, where she provides administrative leadership for radiology research and National Institutes of Health grant oversight. With a background that spans scientific discovery and clinical research operations, Dr. Hassan is helping drive innovation through effective research infrastructure and financial strategy. […]
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The private practice pullout? 15 leaders sound the alarm
Private practice, once the gold standard of physician autonomy and patient-centered care, is on the decline. Here’s what 15 leaders have to say about the private practice exodus: Adam Bruggeman, MD. Orthopedic surgeon at Texas Spine Center (San Antonio): Let’s be honest, the practice of medicine by physicians is under a multi-front assault. We are […]
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A blockbuster day for ASC deals
Two major deals on June 17 are poised to reshape the competitive landscape of ASCs: Ascension’s definitive agreement to acquire AmSurg, and Surgery Partners’ rejection of a buyout bid from Bain Capital. The developments surrounding Ascension and Surgery Partners come amid rising tension between growth and control in the ASC industry. With over 11,500 ASCs […]
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The rural ASC advantage
Rural surgery centers are poised to play a pivotal role in the evolution of American healthcare — offering high-quality, lower-cost care in regions often overlooked by large health systems. ASCend, a new management services organization based in Gillette, Wyo., is on a mission to keep rural ASCs independent and locally owned. Founded by CEO Linda […]
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ASC speaker spotlight: Adamina Podraza, MD. Anesthesiologist at Anesthesia Consultants of Morris; Medical Director of Deerpath Ambulatory Surgical Center
Adamina Podraza, MD, is a board-certified anesthesiologist and medical director of Deerpath Ambulatory Surgical Center in Morris, Ill., where she blends more than two decades of clinical experience with a passion for operational excellence and team-based care. Dr. Podraza’s leadership style centers on empowerment through education. “When every team member understands their value, from front […]
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ASCs sound the alarm on block time inefficiency
Amid persistent staffing challenges, shrinking reimbursements and tighter margins an overlooked, and often critical, threat to ASC profitability is inefficient block time utilization, leaders told Becker’s. “One of the most overlooked cost factors threatening ASCs is the inefficient use of OR time, specifically, underutilization or poor scheduling practices,” said Heather Combs, RN, ASC administrator at […]
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The future of independent rural ASCs
As healthcare consolidation accelerates and operational pressures mount, independent rural ASCs are under threat. These facilities are not only fighting for their survival but also for the health and economic stability of the communities they serve. Across the country, rural ASCs are navigating an increasingly complex landscape. Declining reimbursements, evolving payer mixes, rising operating costs […]
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Surgery Partners rejects Bain Capital’s buyout bid, citing independent growth potential
Brentwood, Tenn.-based Surgery Partners has rejected a proposal from private equity firm Bain Capital to acquire all outstanding shares not already owned by the firm, reaffirming its commitment to remain an independent, publicly traded company. Following a review by its independent committee, the company concluded that the value and growth prospects of staying independent outweighed […]
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Ascension enters agreement to acquire AmSurg
St. Louis-based Ascension entered into a definitive agreement June 17 to acquire AmSurg, a move set to significantly scale its ASC presence across the U.S. AmSurg, headquartered in Nashville, Tenn., partners with around 2,000 physicians and operates 250 ASCs, making it the second-largest ASC chain nationally, trailing only Tenet’s United Surgical Partners International. The company […]
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