Becker’s Healthcare -- Spine and Orthopedic Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode of the Becker's ASC Podcast, Alan Condon is joined by Caleb Miller, MBA, Senior Vice President of Carle Specialty and Ambulatory Care. Caleb discusses the trends reshaping the ASC landscape, the integration of cutting-edge technologies like the DaVinci robotic system and AI, and Carle Health's forward-looking approach to delivering patient-centered care.

Dr. Greg Colbath, an Orthopaedic Surgeon with Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System, fellowship trained in sports medicine and shoulder reconstruction. discusses the challenges patients face with opioid management after surgery in an ASC setting. He explores the importance of proper at-home drug disposal for patient safety and satisfaction, particularly with Deterra's disposal pouch system. Dr. Colbath also shares his experience with implementing safe disposal practices and the role it plays in reducing opioid misuse.

This episode is sponsored by Deterra.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 30th Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs, features Dr. Adamina Podraza, medical director of Deerpath Ambulatory Surgical Center in Morris, IL. Here, she discusses the importance of creating a supportive work environment, emphasizing the value of staff employment stability and a more relaxed atmosphere for employees. Dr. Podraza also highlights the critical role of staff education, ensuring that team members are aligned and informed.

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Dr. Lauren Matteini, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon at Fox Valley Orthopedics shares her background as an orthopedic spine surgeon, the women physician support group ‘Boss Lady Docs’, and much more!

Dr. Kevin Kaplan, Orthopedic Surgeon for the Jacksonville Orthopadeic Institute, Sports Medicine & Advanced Arthroscopic Joint Surgery joins the podcast to discuss his background in sport medicine, trends shaping the field, the unique challenges in caring for professional athletes, the cutting-edge technologies at play, and more!

This episode features Dr. Bert Fields, expert in Sport and Family Medicine at Cone Health System. Here, he discusses his career journey, current trends in the sport and family medicine industry, his thoughts on what might happen in 2024, and more.

Michael Venezia, DO, MPH, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, in conjunction with the Florida Orthopedic Institute, provides a glimpse into his journey, his current mindset, and a candid view of his professional perspective. The conversation navigates through the landscape of orthopedic surgery, exploring Dr. Venezia's thoughts on growth in the coming year and trends.

Dr. Roger Hartl, Professor of Neurological Surgery and Director of Spinal Surgery at Weill Cornell Medicine as well as Neurosurgical Director, Och Spine at NewYork-Presbyterian, provides a glimpse into his journey, offers insights into his expertise in neurological surgery, developments in his field, and trends shaping the industry as we approach 2024. He delves into his mission work in Tanzania, discussing his proudest achievements and providing guidance for other surgeons eager to contribute to a cause.

Andrew Lovewell, CEO of Columbia Orthopaedic Group shares his professional journey, the top three trends shaping healthcare and Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) today, what currently excites him the most and his strategic vision for growth over the next 12 months, as well as his plans for Columbia Orthopaedic Group.