September 8, 2025- As the demand for high-quality, cost-effective surgical care continues to grow, ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) are playing a more prominent role in the healthcare landscape. But building a successful ASC isn’t just about bricks and mortar – it requires a strategic approach grounded in culture, compliance and clinical performance.
To better understand how ASCs can use clinical data to not only meet regulatory standards but also drive measurable improvements in patient outcomes, Repertoire Magazine sat down with Lisa Austin, a senior consultant with Avanza Strategies. With more than four decades of healthcare experience – and 35 of those focused specifically on developing and operating ASCs – Austin brings insight into what it takes to launch and sustain a high-performing surgery center. From setting the tone during early planning stages to tracking the right metrics for Medicare certification and accreditation, Austin emphasizes that data isn’t just a requirement – it’s a tool for transformation.
In our conversation, Austin shared how ASCs can build a culture of safety from the ground up, leverage clinical data to make informed decisions, and adapt to a changing healthcare environment where private equity, hospital partnerships, and technology all play key roles.
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