Leadership turnover within medical settings has been a hot topic in 2025. Hospitals and ambulatory surgical centers (ASCs) have faced high turnover this year, driven by such stressors as economic pressures, technological demands and a changing workforce culture. ASC News recently interviewed Steve Hockert, chief development officer at Southlake, Texas-based Solara Surgical, an ASC development and operations management organization, to gain his insights on why this trend has emerged and his … [Read more...]
Executive Outlook: Why 2026 Could Redefine the ASC Business Model
The ambulatory surgery center (ASC) industry is entering 2026 with plenty of momentum, fueled by a shifting regulatory landscape plus rising demand from patients and payers alike. But there are sizable hurdles ASC operators will need to clear as they move forward. To help set the scene, Ambulatory Surgery Center News connected with 12 ASC leaders and market experts, asking them about the trends, challenges and opportunities likely to define 2026 most. Those who participated in this … [Read more...]