Chris DiRienzo

Chris DiRienzo, Senior VP and Chief Physician Executive for the American Hospital Association, dives into impressive findings on surgical outcomes across U.S. hospitals. He reveals a 20% drop in hospital mortality, translating to an estimated 200,000 lives saved. The discussion highlights key safety improvements, including reductions in postoperative complications like bleeding and infection. DiRienzo attributes ongoing success to innovations born from the pandemic and emphasizes the importance of maintaining safety as surgical acuity rises.