Becker’s Healthcare Podcast Dr. Ramis Gheith, Chief Medical Officer, DxTx Pain and Spine
Dec 14, 2025
Dr. Ramis Gheith, Chief Medical Officer at DxTx Pain and Spine, discusses the transformative power of physician-owned ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) in reshaping healthcare delivery. He highlights how AI is revolutionizing spinal therapies and informed consent processes. Gheith emphasizes the importance of a mission-driven culture in attracting top talent and reveals that collaboration among ASCs and health systems is crucial for innovation. He also shares insights on how AI analytics can not only predict profitability but also enhance patient outcomes.
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Align Quality With Operational Efficiency
- Optimize ASC workflows so clinical quality, operational efficiency, and patient alignment move together.
- Mentor medical directors and provider teams to scale specialized outpatient care effectively.
Three Forces Powering ASC Growth
- ASC growth is driven by payer/site-of-care shifts, informed patients, and physician ownership.
- These forces combine to make outpatient specialty centers a durable part of healthcare delivery.
Make Technology Core, Not Optional
- Invest in robotics, advanced EHRs, and patient engagement tools to differentiate ASCs.
- Digitize informed consent, mobile follow-up, and remote monitoring to extend care beyond the facility.