Session Details
Date & Time
Thursday, October 29, 2026, 8:00 AM - 8:40 AM
Name
D. Harnessing the Power of Physician Relationships for Thriving ASCs
Session Type
Panel
Speakers
- Ellen Feinstein, RD, MHA, FACHE, Cancer Care Executive, Siemens-Healthineers
- Justin Hohl, MD, Managing Partner, The Spine Institute
- Nikki Washington, DNP, MBA-HCM, RN, CNOR, CSSM, Director, Perioperative Services, Kaiser Permanente Central Valley Area Stockton/Manteca/Modesto
- Sarah Sterling, MBA, CASC, Executive, Operations, Sutter Health Surgery Center Division
Description
Strong physician relationships are central to ambulatory surgery center success. This panel examines how ASCs can deepen alignment through governance, transparency, incentives, and collaboration. Leaders discuss strategies to strengthen trust, support physician engagement, grow case volume, and create partnerships that drive sustainable performance and long-term growth.



