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Surgeons face distinctive workplace demands that include prolonged work hours, unpredictable emergency duties, and institutional obligations extending beyond individual patient care. These conditions, compounded by productivity pressures, administrative burden, and limited control over clinical resources, have resulted in high rates of burnout and attrition within the surgical workforce.
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Journal of the American College of Surgeons (03/03/26) Douglas E. Wood; Philip R. Wolinsky; Christopher M. Dodgion; et al.
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The ASCA + SAMBA Conference & Expo, taking place May 13–16, will be held in National Harbor, just a stone’s throw from downtown Washington, DC. This year’s venue, the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, is located in the heart of National Harbor’s premier entertainment, shopping and dining district. Get top-notch interdisciplinary education, ample networking opportunities and memorable experiences all on a vibrant waterfront in the nation’s capital. Check out the schedule and register today! |
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ASCA Content (03/10/26)
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Procision's AI Powered Patient CommunicationsTraditional patient communication is broken—calls go unanswered, messages get missed, and staff are stretched thin. Discover how AI is closing the gap with smarter, more personal outreach that patients actually respond to.Click here for the full article and more details.
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Custom Surgical Partners and Ambulatory Strategies announced a formal strategic partnership, solidified on February 5, 2026, creating an expanded national and international healthcare consulting platform focused exclusively on the ambulatory surgery industry, according to a release. Together, the organizations have assisted more than 800 clients and supported the development of more than 150 ASCs across all 50 states and internationally.
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ASC Focus (03/05/26)
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Learn how one ASC reduced aged AR by 33% and boosted cash per case by 6% in six months through focused revenue integrity, analytics, and hands-on collaboration. The results highlight what’s possible when strategy and execution align.Read more.
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Congratulations to the graduates of the 2025-2026 spring virtual class of the ASC Administrator Development Program! This yearlong mentoring program matches newer and aspiring administrators with their experienced peers to strengthen and broaden the knowledge and professional network of all participants. Stay tuned for information about the upcoming ASC Administrator Development Program classes. |
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ASCA Content (03/10/26)
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There is a need to quantify the benefits and harms of colorectal cancer (CRC) screening using primary colonoscopy or fecal immunochemical testing (FIT) compared with usual care with no screening. Guidelines recommend screening in individuals aged 50–75 years using colonoscopy or FIT, and many screening programs use one-sample biennial FIT.
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Nature Medicine (02/20/26) Marcus Westerberg; Jonas F. Ludvigsson; Chris Metcalfe; et al.
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ASC Insights: Real Stories, Real Results, Real Impact.Through in-depth conversations with ASC medical directors, administrators, and clinical leaders, we're documenting real-world experiences with technology implementation, operational innovation, and strategic decision-making. These aren't marketing stories—they're peer-to-peer insights from leaders who've faced the same challenges you're navigating today.Listen now.
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Share your ASC experience with others by leading a presentation at the ASCA 2027 Conference & Expo in Orlando, FL, March 31–April 3. ASCA is interested in proposals from individuals with hands-on experience in the ASC community on topics involving human resources, clinical care, quality, finance, legal issues, information technology, anesthesia and more. The submission deadline is April 30. Submit your proposal today. |
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ASCA Content (03/10/26)
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We analyzed millions of cases across 12 ASC specialties to bring you 10 key benchmarking metrics, including: OR utilization, pre-authorization rates, insurance verification rate, case cancellation rate & reasons, collections, days to bill, denial rate, net revenue per case, & case volume. Stop guessing, get the data you need to benchmark your ASC. Read the full report here for free
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David Weinstein, MD, former ASCA Board member and consultant at Surgical Center of the Rockies, recently returned from Italy, where he accompanied Team USA for the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, February 6-22, as part of the Olympic medical team. Weinstein served on the ASCA Board from 2020 to 2026.
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ASC Focus (03/05/26) Sahely Mukerji
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Drive smarter outpatient expansion with a free, tailored market overview from Siemens Healthineers. Explore local demand trends, patient demographics, care volumes, payor mix, and more to shape where and how you grow. Whether planning a new ASC, imaging center, or service line expansion, these data-driven insights help you make confident decisions. Request your customized report today!
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The Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC) invites health care professionals, surveyors, professional associations, and other stakeholders to review and provide feedback on proposed additions and revisions across all AAAHC programs. The public comment period opens March 4, 2026, and continues through April 2, 2026.
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AAAHC News Release (03/04/26)
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Candidates who plan to take the May Certified Administrator Surgery Center® (CASC) exam must submit their application by Tuesday, March 31. The CASC credential is a distinction earned by members of the ASC community who demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the knowledge and skills required of an ASC administrator. Learn more today. |
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ASCA Content (03/10/26)
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Nationally, more than 80% of surgeries now occur in outpatient settings. ASCs are playing an increasingly central role in this shift. Their growth has been supported by advances in technology, stricter regulatory oversight, maturation of the ASC operating models, and consistent demonstration of procedural safety.
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EP Lab Digest (03/01/26) Vivak Master
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Join “ How to Negotiate Lower Orthopedic Implant Prices,” delivered by Advantien, for a tactical training program designed to equip ASC leaders with the expertise to execute a successful Request for Proposal (RFP) process for orthopedic implants. The presentation emphasizes a data-driven, multistage approach to reduce implant costs by an estimated 15–20 percent while maintaining surgeon support and quality. This affiliate-led webinar is now available on demand. It is included in 2026 ASCA membership and is also available for purchase by nonmembers. Continuing education credits will not be provided. |
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ASCA Content (03/10/26)
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About ASCAMission: The Ambulatory Surgery Center Association (ASCA) is the national membership association that represents ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) and provides advocacy and resources to assist ASCs in delivering high-quality, cost-effective ambulatory surgery to all the patients they serve. About Us: At ASCA, we are eager to help you become better acquainted with our nation's ASCs and the people who own and operate them. We are also eager to help you develop policies on ASC-related issues. If you have questions, please contact us. We'll put you in touch with the experts and, if you like, arrange for you to visit an ASC in your area. Contact Us: Advertising inquiries should be addressed to Chris Schriever or Alex Yewdell at 202.337.1897 or at advertising@ascassociation.org. Follow ASCA on
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