This episode features Dr. Steve Lucey, Sports Medicine & Joint Replacement Specialist at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist. Here, he discusses his transition into leadership, what he’s currently focused on, how he sees ASCs evolving in the coming years, and more.
Summary
Transitioning into Leadership with Dr. Steve Lucey
Dr. Steve Lucey, Sports Medicine & Joint Replacement Specialist at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, shares his insights on how to transition into a leadership role within the healthcare industry. With over 22 years of experience, Dr. Lucey has valuable tips and strategies for ensuring sustained success in the industry.
Focus on Outpatient Joint Replacement
Dr. Lucey's practice has evolved to focus on outpatient joint replacement, specifically utilizing ambulatory surgical centers (ASCs) as the lowest cost point of care facility. He emphasizes the importance of not pulling the rug out from tertiary care centers, while still maintaining sensitivity to the cost of care for patients.
The Impact of the Pandemic on ASCs
The pandemic has greatly impacted the healthcare industry, and according to Dr. Lucey, it has put "lighter fluid on the ASC story." ASCs were able to almost double their volume during the pandemic. This has opened up opportunities for ASCs to continue to expand their services and grow as a point of care facility.
Building a Successful Outpatient Total Joint Program
For ASCs looking to bring on outpatient total joint programs, Dr. Lucey advises finding a surgeon champion and building a strong relationship with them. Collaboration is key, and it's important to ask what kind of alignment it would take for the surgeon to move volume to the ASC. By creating alignment, sustained success can be achieved.
Conclusion
Dr. Steve Lucey provides valuable insights for anyone looking to transition into a leadership role within the healthcare industry. His focus on outpatient joint replacement and ASCs, along with his emphasis on collaboration and alignment, provide a roadmap for sustained success.
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This episode aired on 11/05/2022 and can be listened here.
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