VBC Insights: Unlocking Perioperative Performance Through Anesthesia Leadership

As hospitals face increasing financial pressures, workforce shortages, and growing demands for surgical efficiency, perioperative performance has never been more critical. Yet one of the most overlooked drivers of success may be sitting right in the operating room.On this episode Dan is joined by Dr. Angel Martino-Horrell, anesthesiologist, consultant, and perioperative operations expert, to discuss the evolving role of anesthesia leadership in surgical services governance. Together, they explore why traditional perioperative leadership structures are no longer sufficient, how anesthesiologists provide a unique system-wide perspective across the surgical continuum, and why leading organizations are giving anesthesia a stronger voice in operational decision-making. Whether you're a hospital executive, perioperative leader, surgeon, or anesthesia professional, this conversation offers valuable insights into building stronger governance structures and improving surgical performance across the organization. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen