Becker's Healthcare June 24, 2024
ASCs and hospitals in many markets have a complicated relationship, with some hospitals opposing surgery centers despite looking to invest in their own centers.
Shakeel Ahmed, MD, CEO of Atlas Surgical Group in St. Louis, joined Becker’s to discuss what he wishes hospitals knew about ASCs and changes he would like to see to improve the relationship between the two.
Editor’s note: This interview was lightly edited lightly for clarity and length.
Question: What’s one thing you wish hospitals knew about ASCs?
Dr. Shakeel Ahmed: One of my favorite quotes is “Do the right thing, because that’s the right thing to do,” by Immanuel Kant. Hospitals will have to realize they have to do the right thing. Their...
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