Managing a Hand Surgery Practice: Perspectives from the Trenches Fri, Sep 27 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. PDT

A successful hand surgery practice has many distinct but interconnected facets. This panel discusses several of the key aspects of a complete hand practice. Panelists will address a diverse range of topics including negotiating with insurance payors, owning and running a surgery center, office based procedures, and utilization of nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other key staff.

Upon completion of this learning activity, participants should be able to:

  1. Understand the principles of establishing a successful surgery center.
  2. Articulate the value and workflow associated with office based procedures.
  3. Discuss the roles of physician assistants and nurse practitioners in enhancing a hand surgery practice.
  4. Glean some insights about balancing a hand practice with other reconstructive and cosmetic procedures.

Accreditation: The American Society of Plastic Surgeons® (ASPS) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Designation: The ASPS designates this live activity for a maximum of 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

*Programming, faculty and schedule are subject to change.

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