Becker's Healthcare June 7, 2023
Ali Ghalayini. Administrator at Munster (Ind.) Surgery Center, told Becker’s ASC Review that ASCs are witnessing “substantial growth” driven by an increased demand in outpatient services and expansion in focused, specialized services.
Here, Mr. Ghalayini outlines five big opportunities he sees for growth:
1. Increasing demand for outpatient procedures. ASCs have gained popularity as a cost-effective and convenient alternative to traditional hospital-based surgeries. The shift toward outpatient procedures is driven by advancements in medical technology, improvements in anesthesia and pain management techniques and the desire to reduce healthcare costs. This trend is expected to continue, providing opportunities for ASCs to expand their service offerings.
2. Expansion of specialized services. ASCs have traditionally focused on performing low-risk procedures, such as cataract...