Name
04. Patient Volume Tsunami: Meeting the Challenge Head-On
Date & Time
Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 2:10 PM - 2:50 PM
Speakers
Erik J. Blutinger, MD, MSc, FACEP, Medical Director, Community Paramedicine and Utilization Management, Mount Sinai Health Partners, Assistant Professor, Emergency Medicine, Mount Sinai Health System
Sagar C. Patel, MD, Medical Administrative Officer, Oncology Service Line and Vice President, Medical Executive Committee, Saint Francis Healthcare
Erica Gregonis, MD, MBA, Chief Medical Officer and Vice President, Baptist Health Richmond
Ibrahima Diop, MD, Division Chief Hospital Medicine, Northshore and Swedish Hospital, Endeavor Health
Sagar C. Patel, MD, Medical Administrative Officer, Oncology Service Line and Vice President, Medical Executive Committee, Saint Francis Healthcare
Erica Gregonis, MD, MBA, Chief Medical Officer and Vice President, Baptist Health Richmond
Ibrahima Diop, MD, Division Chief Hospital Medicine, Northshore and Swedish Hospital, Endeavor Health


Description
The Patient Volume Tsunami: Meeting the Challenge Head-On panel will address the rising pressure on healthcare systems due to increasing patient volumes and complexity. Experts will share strategies for optimizing care delivery, ensuring quality outcomes, and maintaining efficiency as patient numbers surge. Discussions will also focus on leveraging technology, streamlining workflows, and enhancing resource allocation to manage capacity constraints. Panelists will provide actionable insights on maintaining high standards of care while adapting to the evolving needs of a growing patient population.
Location Name
Grand K (East Tower - Ballroom Level)
Session Type
Panel
Moderated by
Randi Haseman, Writer, Events + Custom Content