Name
02. Managing the Health Wave: Adapting to Increased Patient Volume and Complexity
Date & Time
Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 1:20 PM - 2:00 PM
Speakers
Vikram Kashyap, MD, FACS, Endowed Chair, Frederik Meijer Heart and Vascular Institute; Vice President, Cardiovascular Health, Corewell Health
David Verinder, MBA, President and Chief Executive Officer, Sarasota Memorial Health Care System
Thomas Spiegel, MD, MBA, MS, FACEP, Vice President and Chief Quality Officer, University of Chicago Medicine
Debbie Bilbro, President and Chief Executive Officer, Northside Hospital Gwinnett/Duluth
Stacy Mays, Vice President, Strategic Business Development, Gillette Children’s
David Verinder, MBA, President and Chief Executive Officer, Sarasota Memorial Health Care System
Thomas Spiegel, MD, MBA, MS, FACEP, Vice President and Chief Quality Officer, University of Chicago Medicine
Debbie Bilbro, President and Chief Executive Officer, Northside Hospital Gwinnett/Duluth
Stacy Mays, Vice President, Strategic Business Development, Gillette Children’s





Description
The Managing the Health Wave: Adapting to Increased Patient Volume and Complexity panel will address the challenges healthcare systems face as patient volumes surge and clinical complexity rises. Panelists will explore strategies for optimizing resource allocation, improving care coordination, and leveraging technology to manage increased demand while maintaining high-quality care. The discussion will focus on workforce strategies, including staffing models and the integration of advanced data analytics, to enhance operational efficiency. Experts will also share best practices for managing patient flow and ensuring access to care in a rapidly changing healthcare landscape.
Location Name
Grand J (East Tower - Ballroom Level)
Session Type
Panel
Moderated by
Mackenzie Bean, Assistant Vice President, Managing Editor, Becker's Healthcare