Session Details
Date & Time
Thursday, October 29, 2026, 10:50 AM - 11:50 AM
Name
G. Safety as Strategy: Culture, Accountability and Outcomes
Session Type
Panel
Speakers
- Amanda Nunkovich, Administrator, CenterPoint Surgical
- Gloria Gardner, Senior Administrator, Physician Partners of America
- Jason M. Raidbard, MPA, FACMPE, Executive Administrator, Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences Department, UChicago Medicine and Biological Sciences
- Trina Cole, RN, BSN, MSN, Administrator, St Luke's Surgicenter - Lee's Summit
Description
This panel will explore how ASCs will build a culture of safety that extends beyond compliance checklists into daily operations and decision-making. Panelists will discuss approaches to accountability at every level of the organization, from leadership to frontline staff, and how that accountability will translate into measurable outcomes. The conversation will examine how safety priorities will be balanced with efficiency and growth goals as ASCs continue to scale. Speakers will share perspectives on building a lasting safety culture that supports both patient care and long-term organizational performance.


