Isabelle Bibet-Kalinyak to Speak at the ASCRS/ASOA Annual Meeting
Pullman & Comley Health Care Attorney Isabelle Bibet-Kalinyak will lead five panel discussions at the 2025 ASCRS/ASOA Annual Meeting. The meeting brings together ophthalmic surgeons, practice managers and industry experts to discuss advancements in clinical techniques, business strategies, and regulatory issues impacting the field. Below are the details for each course, including topics, timing and locations. If you wish to set up a meeting with Attorney Bibet-Kalinyak to discuss your ongoing or emerging legal and transactional matters, please email ibibet-kalinyak@pullcom.com.
Saturday, April 26, 2025
Buying and Selling Equity in ASCs - 2025
- Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
- Location: LACC - Level 2, 407
- Overview: This course will cover the financial and regulatory complexities of ASC investments, including due diligence, corporate governance, compliance considerations, and financial structuring. It will also explore state and federal regulatory requirements for purchasing, maintaining, and divesting ASC investments.
- Co-speaker(s): Ben Seals, MBA (Executive Director, Thomas Eye Group); Rajesh U. Kothari, MBA (Managing Director, Cascade Partners LLC); Collin Hart, MBA (CEO & Managing Director, ERE Healthcare Real Estate Advisors)
Reducing Practice Risk with Proper Financial Controls
- Time: 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
- Location: LACC - Level 2, 404B
- Overview: This panel will discuss strategies for identifying financial risks, implementing preventive measures, and strengthening financial security to protect a practice’s bottom line. With nearly 80% of medical practices experiencing some form of embezzlement, understanding financial controls is more critical than ever.
- Co-speaker(s): Ashlie LB Malone, MBA, JD, COE (Consulting Attorney, Practice Management & Legal Consulting)
Sunday, April 27, 2025
Seeing Clearly Together: Best Practices in Ophthalmology Co-management – Ethical and Legal Considerations
- Time: 9:45 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
- Location: LACC - Level 2, 404B
- Overview: This course will explore best practices in ophthalmology co-management of cataract surgery, focusing on ethical and legal considerations. Topics include regulatory compliance, financial structures, provider responsibilities, and strategies for ensuring patient-centered and compliant patient care.
- Co-speaker(s): Mary Pat Johnson, COMT, COE, CPC, CPMA (Senior Consultant, Corcoran Consulting Group)
Building an Independent Practice for the Future at Any Age - Options Beyond Private Equity
- Time: 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
- Location: LACC - Level 2, 404A
- Overview: This course will examine alternative strategies for independent practice expansion beyond private equity. Topics will include MSOs, mergers and acquisitions, hospital affiliations, professional employer organizations (PEOs), and family office partnerships, along with financial, regulatory and long-term business considerations.
- Co-speaker(s): Ben Seals, MBA (Executive Director, Thomas Eye Group); Rajesh U. Kothari, MBA (Managing Director, Cascade Partners LLC)
Monday, April 28, 2025
Negotiation Skills for Physicians & Ophthalmic Practice Leaders
- Time: 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
- Location: LACC - Level 2, 404A
- Overview: This course will provide physicians and administrators with key negotiation strategies to enhance contract management, vendor agreements, payer contracts, operational efficiency, and strategic partnerships. It will focus on practical skills and techniques to achieve favorable business outcomes while maintaining strong professional relationships.
- Co-speaker(s): Ben Seals, MBA (Executive Director, Thomas Eye Group); Rajesh U. Kothari, MBA (Managing Director, Cascade Partners LLC)
For additional information and to register for the 2025 ASCRS/ASOA Annual Meeting, please visit the ASCRS/ASOA website.
To read the 2025 ASCRS/ASOA annual meeting program preview, please click on the PDF linked below.