Dr. Chester Donnally III, Spine Surgeon at Texas Spine Consultants, LLP, shares how he is leveraging social media to provide reliable medical content to a broader audience. He discusses the different platforms he uses, how his reach varies across them, and the key healthcare trends he is following to stay ahead in the field.

In this episode, Dr. Jonathan Foret, Orthopedic Surgeon at Center for Orthopedics, discusses key trends in orthopedic surgery, including the shift to outpatient joint replacements, rapid recovery protocols, the role of artificial intelligence, and advancements in orthobiologics for cartilage repair. He also shares insights into the future of orthopedic robots and the growing focus on joint preservation research.

In this episode recorded live at Becker's Healthcare 30th Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs, Helen Lowenwirth, Administrator at East Side Endoscopy, discusses the pressing challenges of staffing shortages, the importance of investing in staff development, and effective financial strategies for improving patient-provider relationships and ensuring the financial health of ambulatory surgery centers.

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This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 30th Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs, features Dr. Wes Battiste, President of Destin Surgery Center & Destin Anesthesia. Dr. Battiste shares insights on the critical role of staffing in maintaining a high-quality patient experience, strategies for retention, and the impact of financial transparency in ASCs.

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In this episode, Mary E. Cassai, MPA, RN, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Hospital for Special Surgery, shares insights on HSS’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and accessibility in musculoskeletal care. She discusses recent achievements, future growth strategies, and how she is evolving as a leader in an ever-changing healthcare landscape.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 30th Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs, features Dr. Choll Kim, Minimally Invasive Spine Surgeon at Excel Spine Center. Dr. Kim shares insights into the rapid growth of spine procedures in ASCs, the importance of specialized surgical centers, and how minimally invasive techniques, patient education, and emerging technologies like robotics are shaping the future of spine care.

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In this episode, Dr. Michael Ast, Chief Medical Innovation Officer at Hospital for Special Surgery, discusses key trends in orthopedics, the growing role of AI and robotics in surgery, and HSS’s expansion efforts. He shares insights on AI-driven tools improving efficiency, the future of personalized surgery, and HSS’s commitment to expanding high-quality musculoskeletal care nationwide.

In this episode, Dr. Scott Blumenthal of the Texas Back Institute discusses the evolution of total disc replacement, the ongoing challenges with insurance coverage, and the role of AI in healthcare decisions. With 25 years of groundbreaking research, Dr. Blumenthal shares insights on the future of spine surgery and patient advocacy.