Lunch and beverages will be served. The golf outing is expected to end around 3 p.m.

Join us for a relaxing evening of drinks, light bites, and great conversation at the NJHMR Cocktail Party @ The Outlook, MGM Hotel (at the Borgata). It’s the perfect way to unwind and connect with fellow attendees, speakers, and sponsors in a more casual setting.

John D. Fanburg, Esq., Managing Member & Healthcare Law Chair, Brach Eichler LLC

Dr. Vin Gupta, MD, MPA, Managing Director of Healthcare Innovation at Manatt

Dr. Vin Gupta, MD, MPA, is a renowned medical expert, health policy specialist, and tech visionary. As the former Chief Medical Officer of Amazon Pharmacy, he led innovative programs at the intersection of healthcare and technology, creating solutions for the challenges of today and tomorrow.

Now, as Managing Director of Healthcare Innovation at Manatt, a multidisciplinary, integrated national professional services firm, Dr. Gupta leverages nearly two decades of clinical and policy expertise to develop forward-thinking solutions that empower organizations and build public trust.

In recent years, private equity investment has become a dominant force in healthcare, particularly in the hospital and healthcare systems sector. This panel will delve into the complexities of private equity transactions within healthcare, focusing on the key factors that drive success and the pitfalls that can lead to failure. Leading experts in healthcare finance and investment will discuss their real-world experiences with private equity deals, including the challenges of aligning business objectives with patient care priorities. Key topics will include:

• The strategic goals of private equity firms in acquiring healthcare providers.
• Case studies of hospital transactions.
• The impact of private equity ownership on hospital operations, quality of care, and financial performance.
• Legal and regulatory hurdles specific to healthcare transactions
• Best practices for ensuring long-term success and mitigating risk in healthcare deals.

Join us for an insightful discussion aimed at equipping doctors and healthcare professionals with the knowledge to navigate the changing landscape of hospital transactions and better understand the evolving role of private equity in healthcare.

Located outside of the Central Conference Center.

As the demand for outpatient surgical procedures continues to rise, Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) remain a cornerstone of the healthcare delivery system in the State of New Jersey.  This panel will provide a review of the most current regulatory, operational and transactional issues that impact ASCs today.  The panel will include key insights from representatives of the New Jersey Department of Health and the New Jersey Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers, including discussion of the following topics:

• Regulatory Status of Surgical Practices and the Licensure Process
• Relocation of Facilities and Transfer of Ownership Issues
• Latest Information Regarding the Status of the Ambulatory Care Assessment
• Strategies to Address Anesthesiologist and Staffing Shortages
• Challenges Unique to Private Equity Transactions
• Regulatory Requirements for Distressed Facilities

As telehealth continues to revolutionize healthcare delivery, physicians are presented with both immense opportunities and unique challenges when expanding virtual care offerings. This breakout session will explore the business strategies necessary for successful telehealth adoption and growth, with a special focus on navigating the complexities of operating in New Jersey’s healthcare landscape. Experts will address the evolving legal and regulatory challenges that affect telehealth and how physicians can strategically position their practices for success while maintaining compliance and ensuring high-quality patient care.

Key topics will include:

• Navigating Business Complexities in New Jersey: Understanding the state-specific regulations, insurance requirements, and reimbursement policies that impact telehealth practices in New Jersey, and how to adapt to local nuances.
• Evolving Legal and Regulatory Challenges: A deep dive into the current and future legal frameworks governing telehealth, including licensure, cross-state regulations, privacy concerns (HIPAA compliance), and telehealth parity laws.
• Business Implications of Expanding Virtual Care: Strategies for integrating telehealth into your practice’s business model, managing operational costs, and ensuring sustainable growth while enhancing patient satisfaction and care accessibility.
• Telehealth Technology and Infrastructure: Best practices for selecting the right technology platforms, ensuring secure patient-provider communication, and scaling virtual care services effectively.

Join us for an insightful session that will equip you with the knowledge and tools to navigate the ever-changing telehealth landscape, overcome business challenges, and capitalize on the growing demand for virtual care.

American Bar & Grill

B Prime

Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to revolutionize healthcare, bringing new technologies and platforms that enhance healthcare operations and patient care. While providing important benefits, the use of AI brings ethical and legal considerations into focus. Medical ethics, responsibility to the patient, and ensuring the confidentiality and security of personal information are key concerns in the use of AI tools and AI-driven decision-making. This panel will explore the evolving landscape of AI in healthcare, addressing both its transformative potential and the regulatory risks it presents. Join Dr. Tina Shah, Former Chief Clinical Officer of Abridge AI Inc. and a practicing Pulmonary and Critical Care Physician, alongside leading experts in AI and cybersecurity, as they discuss:

• Innovations and Efficiencies: Evolving AI technologies and platforms and the role of AI in creating operational efficiencies and enhancing patient care.
• Humanity Before Technology: Ethical considerations and regulatory frameworks for the use of AI in healthcare delivery.
• Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Considerations: Confidentiality and cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilities in AI-driven medical technologies and platforms.
• Managing AI In Your Organization: Considerations for boards and management in overseeing use of AI technologies and platforms.

This engaging discussion will provide valuable insights for policymakers, healthcare professionals and management, and technology leaders navigating the murky waters of emerging AI technologies and platforms in healthcare.

As we approach 2025, the landscape of medical practice continues to evolve, with an increasing emphasis on operational efficiency, compliance, and patient outcomes. This breakout panel will explore the future of the physician’s practice, focusing on governance structures, emerging disciplinary challenges, payor practice audits, and the importance of robust financial controls.

Experts in healthcare management, legal compliance, and medical practice finance will discuss:

• Governance in the Modern Practice: Understanding the shifting governance models and how physicians can navigate decision-making processes in both independent and group practices.
• Disciplinary Issues: Managing the growing complexities of physician discipline, including legal ramifications, peer reviews, and handling misconduct in the digital age.
• Payor Practice Audits: A deep dive into how payor audits are evolving, how to prepare for and navigate these audits, and how they can impact reimbursement and practice operations.
• Financial Controls: The necessity of proper financial oversight and controls in the practice to ensure sustainability, safeguard against fraud, and ensure compliance with changing regulations.

This breakout session will offer practical insights into how physicians can future-proof their practices by integrating strong governance, compliance strategies, and sound financial management, while maintaining a focus on patient care.

Thank you to our speakers, sponsors, and attendees for joining us at the 13^th Annual New Jersey Healthcare Market Review 2025!