Op Note Rave Reviews + Cardio in the ASC
In this episode of the DocBuddy Journal, Erik Sunset shares a positive story straight from the field regarding one of our account managers at a recent Op Note go-live at a Florida multi-specialty surgery center. He also covers a major ASC update: CMS added 86 new...
America’s Looming Doctor Shortage: What the Numbers Really Show
The U.S. healthcare system is approaching a critical tipping point. By 2030, America will face a shortage of over 127,000 full-time physicians, representing more than 10% of the current workforce. In this episode of the DocBuddy Journal, host Erik Sunset breaks...
Anesthesia Shortages Are Reshaping ASC Operations
Welcome back to the DocBuddy Journal in 2026! In this episode, Erik tackles the persistent anesthesia shortage crisis that's reshaping ambulatory surgery center operations. From drug shortages to workforce gaps, learn how rising anesthesia subsidies are hitting...
Breaking Burnout: How 30 Minutes Can Save Physicians 3 Hours
" You may not realize that the status quo for your facility might actually be the old way."
Phil Sayles: Consigned Chaos – Automating the OR
"Change management is difficult. Especially in an operative environment."
Marc Ryan: The 2025 Government Shutdown’s Impact On Healthcare
"We are in a government shutdown, it's pretty lengthy already—we're in our third week here—and it does not appear that Democrats and Republicans are going to get together to pass a bill to reopen government."
The Future of Health IT Investments in 2025 & Beyond
"The question isn't whether you need technology to survive anymore. It's which technologies are actually worth your time and money."
Physician Leadership, Staff Retention, and Smart Technology w/ Greg DeConciliis
"Work smarter not harder whenever you can."
How Surgery Centers Are Embracing Digital Transformation w/ Kiera Helms
"One of my goals while on site is to make sure that the center feels supported and that I provide a really positive experience for them."
National ASC Month 2025
" One of the biggest impacts you can make is to sign up for national advocacy day with ASCA."

















