Becker’s Healthcare Podcast Dr. Lee Anne Carlisle, Medical Director of UMA Anesthesia, University Health Systems
Aug 2, 2025
Dr. Lee Anne Carlisle, Medical Director of UMA Anesthesia at University Health Systems, dives into the innovative CRNA-focused staffing model revolutionizing anesthesia care. She discusses how this approach addresses critical staffing shortages while enhancing patient throughput and pain management. The conversation highlights the importance of regional anesthesia in promoting same-day discharges, improving efficiency and patient satisfaction. Dr. Carlisle emphasizes teamwork and leadership in overcoming challenges within ambulatory surgery centers.
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Sicker Outpatients, Volume Growth
- Patient populations in ambulatory surgery centers are getting sicker and volumes are increasing rapidly.
- This growth brings challenges in staffing, patient throughput, and resource management in outpatient settings.
Delegate Privileges to CRNAs
- Empower CRNAs with delegation of privileges to improve staffing and efficiency.
- This model reduces MD staffing needs, lowers costs, and boosts patient throughput significantly.
Regional Anesthesia Transforms Pain Care
- Regional anesthesia programs reduce reliance on narcotics and shorten patient recovery times.
- This improves patient satisfaction, frees up PACU space, and generates revenue via CMS reimbursements.