Name
08. The New Growth Frontier in Outpatient and Ambulatory Care
Date & Time
Monday, April 13, 2026, 8:50 AM - 9:30 AM
Speakers
Laura C. Duncan, MHA, MHI, FACHE, Former Vice President, Ambulatory and Primary Care, Children's Nebraska
Vanitha Pushparaj, MPA, Associate Vice President of Operations, Montefiore Medical Center
John Simmons, MBA, Assistant Vice President, Operations, Catholic Health Services of Long Island
Joel George, MBA, MSN, RN, Executive Director, Retail Services Strategy and Operations, AdventHealth Health Parks
Vanitha Pushparaj, MPA, Associate Vice President of Operations, Montefiore Medical Center
John Simmons, MBA, Assistant Vice President, Operations, Catholic Health Services of Long Island
Joel George, MBA, MSN, RN, Executive Director, Retail Services Strategy and Operations, AdventHealth Health Parks
Description
This panel will discuss how health systems are expanding their footprint in outpatient and ambulatory care to meet evolving patient needs. Executives will explore growth strategies, partnership models, and operational innovations driving success. Attendees will gain insight into how organizations are redefining access, convenience, and efficiency beyond the hospital walls.
Session Type
Panel