Name
G Addressing Biases and Disparities in Surgical Care
Date & Time
Thursday, June 11, 2026, 10:15 AM - 10:55 AM
Speakers
Nyleen Flores, Administrator and Chief Operating Officer, Lake Oconee Orthopedics
Jennifer Pagel, Quality Manager, OAM Surgery Center at MidTowne
Erica Taylor, Orthopaedic Surgeon and Vice President, Health Equity, Duke Health
Omkar Baxi, Board, Directors, Mid Atlantic Permanente Medical Group; Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Mid-Atlantic States, Kaiser Permanente
Jennifer Pagel, Quality Manager, OAM Surgery Center at MidTowne
Erica Taylor, Orthopaedic Surgeon and Vice President, Health Equity, Duke Health
Omkar Baxi, Board, Directors, Mid Atlantic Permanente Medical Group; Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Mid-Atlantic States, Kaiser Permanente
Description
Spine, orthopedic, and ASC leaders discuss addressing biases and disparities in surgical care. This panel explores equity-driven initiatives, data transparency, and strategies to ensure fair access and outcomes. Learn how healthcare leaders are fostering inclusion, improving patient trust, and advancing equitable care across surgical specialties and outpatient settings.
Location Name
Montreux 3
Full Address
Swissotel Chicago
323 E Wacker Dr
Chicago, IL 60601
United States
323 E Wacker Dr
Chicago, IL 60601
United States
Session Type
Panel
Moderated by
Paige Twenter, Assistant Editor, Becker's Healthcare
Moderator Email Address
ptwenter@beckershealthcare.com
ASC: Topic Tags
Leadership & Strategy, Operations
Spine: Topic Tag
Leadership, Operations, Strategic Planning