Name
C. Rethinking Who Actually Needs Surgery
Date & Time
Saturday, June 19, 2027, 10:15 AM - 10:55 AM
Speakers
Justin Blohm, Vice President, Hospital for Special Surgery at Naples Comprehensive Health
Saqib Hasan, MD, Spine Surgeon, Golden State Orthopedics & Spine
Theresa J.C. Pazionis, MD, FRCSC, Orthopedic and Spine Surgeon, Temple Health
Richard White, MD, Orthopaedic Surgeon, Fitzgibbons Hospital
Saqib Hasan, MD, Spine Surgeon, Golden State Orthopedics & Spine
Theresa J.C. Pazionis, MD, FRCSC, Orthopedic and Spine Surgeon, Temple Health
Richard White, MD, Orthopaedic Surgeon, Fitzgibbons Hospital
Description
Too many patients are referred to spine and orthopedic surgeons who don't need an operation — and surgeons are increasingly taking ownership of the problem. This panel explores how leaders are redesigning referral pathways, building conservative care programs and reshaping the front door to surgical care.
Session Type
Semi-Keynote Panel