2026 Scientific Sessions

Considerations for ASC vs. Hospital Based Cath Labs

This session explores key considerations when deciding between Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) and hospital-based cath labs for PCI procedures. Experts will review trends in site-of-service, clinical outcomes, and regulatory variability, along with financial and operational impacts. Practical insights on facility design and program development will be shared, including lessons from early adopters. The session concludes with guidance on when hospital settings may be more appropriate for complex or high-risk cases.
The Shifting Landscape: Trends in Site-of-Service
Yonatan Bitton-Faiwiszewski, MD, FSCAI, Aurora Denver Cardiology Associates, Denver, CO
Clinical Outcomes and Patient Safety: What the Data Tells us
Lyndon Carlos Box, M.D., FSCAI, West Valley Medical Center, Boise, ID