Jami Salzberg, Senior Director, Surgery, Quality and Informatics, Carilion Clinic
Colleen Blackburn, Director, Cardiovascular Service Line, OSF Healthcare
Nila Bhakuni, Assistant Vice President, Innovation, Baptist Health South Florida


The panel Big Ideas to Lead More Efficient ORs and Care Transformation will explore innovative strategies for enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of operating rooms while transforming overall care delivery. Panelists will discuss how the latest technologies, such as AI-driven surgical tools and advanced data analytics, can streamline OR workflows, reduce delays, and improve patient outcomes. The session will also focus on creating collaborative, multidisciplinary teams within the OR, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and patient-centered care. Finally, experts will share actionable insights on how hospital executives can lead these changes across their systems to not only optimize surgical operations but also drive broader healthcare transformation.