Name
02. The Evolving Role of CRNAs and CAAs in Perioperative Strategy
Date & Time
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 2:00 PM - 2:40 PM
Speakers
Chris Glover, MD, MBA, Associate Chief, Anesthesiology, Texas Children's Hospital
Charlene Cioe, MSN-APN, CNO, Summit Center for Surgery LLC
Elizabeth Ninan, MBA, PA-C, Associate Vice President, Procedures & Therapeutics Ops, UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
Charlene Cioe, MSN-APN, CNO, Summit Center for Surgery LLC
Elizabeth Ninan, MBA, PA-C, Associate Vice President, Procedures & Therapeutics Ops, UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
Description
The Evolving Role of CRNAs and CAAs in Perioperative Strategy explores how nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) and certified anesthesiologist assistants (CAAs) are reshaping surgical care delivery. This panel highlights team-based models, workflow optimization, clinical outcomes, and cost efficiency—showing how these professionals contribute to safer, more effective, and financially sustainable perioperative systems.
Location Name
Salon C-5,6 (Lower Level)
Full Address
Hilton Chicago
720 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60605
United States
720 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60605
United States
Session Type
Panel
Moderated by
Francesca Mathewes, Writer/Reporter, Becker's Healthcare
Moderator Email Address
fmathewes@beckershealthcare.com
Periop: Topic Tag
Anesthesia, Workforce Strategy, Care Model Redesign, Performance Improvement