Events

REACH Live is a new members-only event designed to bring ASC leaders together for meaningful conversations, collaboration, professional growth, and valuable peer-to-peer learning.

Event Details

Date

October 14, 2026

Time

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Location

Embassy Suites, Tampa Westshore

Why Attend REACH Live?

Connect

Network with ASC administrators and leaders from across Florida.

Collaborate

Exchange ideas, best practices, and solutions to common challenges.

Grow

Learn from peers and industry experts while gaining practical insights.

Featured Discussions

Anesthesia Challenges Workforce Strategies Legislative Updates Infection Prevention Artificial Intelligence Robotics HIPAA Considerations Emerging Technologies

REACH Live Agenda

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Registration, Networking, Coffee & Pastries
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Reflect: 2026 Florida ASCs Panel

Moderator: Ed Tennant
Panelists: Sissy Sadler • Dr. Shapiro • Brian Cohen • Rena Courtay
Managing Anesthesia Stipends Workforce Strategies Legislative Updates
11:00 AM - Noon

Infection Control Hour

Moderator: Sissy Sadler
Panelists: Nicci Ohland • Linda Nash • Tina DiMarino
Infection Prevention Compliance Considerations ASC Best Practices
Noon - 1:00 PM

Reconnect Lunch & Kahoot! Quiz

Enjoy lunch, reconnect with colleagues, and participate in an interactive learning experience.

1:15 PM - 2:45 PM

Reach Forward: Emerging Trends & ASC Hot Topics

Moderator: Brian Rye
Panelists: Patty Shoults • Mike Madewell • Mandy Hawkins • Amanda Penrod
Artificial Intelligence Robotics Smart Glasses HIPAA & Privacy Emerging Technology
2:45 PM - 3:15 PM

Motivational Send-Off

Leave energized, inspired, and equipped with new ideas, practical insights, and meaningful professional connections.

Exclusively for FSASC Members

As part of your FSASC membership, attendance is completely complimentary. Join your peers for a day focused on connection, collaboration, education, and professional growth.

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Your network is one of your greatest resources. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with fellow ASC leaders from across Florida.

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FSASC Quality & Risk Management Conference

Advancing Excellence in ASC Operations, Quality, and Patient Safety

Conference Focus Areas

Q

Quality

Explore performance improvement strategies, benchmarking, quality measurement methodologies, and data-driven approaches that support exceptional patient outcomes.

RISK

Risk Management

Learn practical techniques for identifying vulnerabilities, reducing organizational risk, strengthening compliance efforts, and enhancing operational resilience.

SAFE

Patient Safety

Discover proven methods to improve patient safety, infection prevention, clinical outcomes, and the overall patient experience in ambulatory surgery settings.

Florida Risk Manager Educational Credit

This conference includes educational programming designed to support Florida Risk Manager requirements while providing practical strategies for improving quality, reducing risk, and enhancing patient safety in ambulatory surgery centers.

Designed for ASC Quality & Risk Leaders

Join ASC leaders, administrators, clinical professionals, and quality specialists for a conference dedicated to strengthening quality performance, mitigating risk, and driving operational excellence in ambulatory surgery settings.

What You'll Gain

  • Quality sessions that meet Florida Risk Manager Educational Requirements
  • Best practices in quality management and performance improvement
  • Strategies for reducing clinical and operational risk
  • Updates on regulatory and accreditation requirements
  • Insights into patient safety and infection prevention
  • Opportunities to network with ASC leaders and industry experts
  • Practical tools to support organizational success

Who Should Attend?

ASC Administrators Nurse Managers & Directors Quality Professionals Risk Management Professionals Compliance Officers Clinical Leaders Infection Preventionists Executive Leadership Teams

Conference Details

Registration Rates

Registrant TypeEarly Registration
Before Feb. 19
Standard Registration
Feb. 19 - March 18
Final Registration
Begins March 19
FSASC Member $520
Save $125
$595 $645
Nonmember $720 $795 $845

Additional Member Savings

Register additional attendees from your center and receive $50 off each additional registration.

 

Meeting & Event Policies

Please review the following policies regarding registration, eligibility, accessibility, and participation in FSASC events.

Eligibility

FSASC events are open to ambulatory surgery center staff and ASC management company employees. Meeting registration is only open to vendors who are registered exhibitors, sponsors, or FSASC Corporate Sponsors.

Exceptions may be made for FSASC Board of Directors, speakers, and FSASC Education Committee members. This policy helps maintain a strong buyer-to-supplier ratio at FSASC events.

No one under the age of 18 may enter the exhibit hall at any time. FSASC reserves the right to refuse ineligible registrations.

Ineligible Registrations

All registrations are reviewed to ensure compliance with FSASC eligibility policies. FSASC reserves the right to refuse or cancel ineligible registrations at any time and is not responsible for outside expenses associated with those cancellations.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

Written cancellation requests must be emailed to [email protected] or mailed to:

FSASC
1400 Village Square Blvd, #3-175
Tallahassee, FL 32312

Refund requests received at least 30 days before the conference will receive a refund minus a $25 administrative fee. Requests received within 30 days of the conference will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Accessibility & Special Accommodations

Please contact [email protected] or call (850) 222-3000 at least 30 days before the event if special accommodations or assistance are required.

Photography & Recording Consent

By registering for an FSASC event, you grant permission for FSASC to photograph, videotape, and record your image and/or voice for use in future print and digital marketing materials. Questions regarding this policy may be directed to [email protected].

Questions?

If you have questions regarding registration policies, eligibility requirements, cancellations, or accommodations, our team is happy to help.

Contact Tammy Smith
 

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