Isabelle Bibet-Kalinyak to Speak at the 2026 National ASCRS/ASOA Ophthalmology Annual Meeting
Pullman & Comley Health Care Attorney Isabelle Bibet-Kalinyak will lead three multi-disciplinary panel discussions at the 2026 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.
Friday, April 10, 2026
Ambulatory Surgery Centers - Governance, Compliance, and Growth Strategies - ASOA Course ID: 14184
- Time: 2:45 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.
- Overview: Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) are at the core of modern ophthalmology care, yet their governance and ownership structures present significant legal and strategic challenges. Isabelle will provide her perspective as a Health Care attorney to a panel that also includes an investment banker, and a healthcare IT leader to provide a comprehensive framework for structuring ASCs that meet regulatory requirements, including compliance with the Anti-Kickback Statute, while positioning practices for long-term success, including navigating partnerships with hospitals, private equity groups, and management companies. Participants will gain practical insights on ownership models, governance structures, and IT strategies that not only protect against legal risk but also enhance operational efficiency and attract the next generation of physician investors.
- Co-speaker(s): Collin Hart, (CEO & Managing Partner, ERE Healthcare Real Estate Advisors); Nelson Gomes, BA (EVP of Corporate Growth and Partnerships, Medicus IT); Rajesh U. Kothari, MBA (Managing Director, Cascade Partners LLC)
Saturday, April 11, 2026
Planning for Succession Before It Is Too Late - ASOA Course ID: 14123
- Time: 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Overview: Options for growth and success of your independent practice are critical to competing and developing a strong succession plan. Shareholders and practice executives interested in strengthening their practice, scaling to increase financial success and creating an exit path that generates real value, need to be intentional about their plans. Developing an enterprise culture, redefining governance/leadership, understanding leverage points and designing a progression plan for physicians is key. Isabelle will be joined by a strategic advisor/investment banker and a practice administrator to provide an overview of (1) factors to consider, (2) evolving cultural norms, (3) critical elements of compensation plans, (4) governance, (5) regulatory requirements and (6) financing implications.
- Co-speaker(s): Rajesh U. Kothari, MBA (Managing Director, Cascade Partners LLC); Cynthia Matossian, M.D. (Founder & CEO, GPOphtho)
Sunday, April 12, 2026
Negotiation Skills 2.0 - Advanced Strategies for Physicians and Ophthalmic Practice Leaders - ASOA Course ID: 14181
- Time: 3:30 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
- Overview: Successful negotiation is at the heart of thriving ophthalmology practices, whether dealing with contracts, staff, payers, vendors, or strategic partners. Building on the foundation of last year’s popular session, this advanced program takes negotiation skills to the next level, offering fresh insights and actionable strategies tailored for physicians and practice leaders. Isabelle joins an investment banker and a practice administrator to provide a 360-degree perspective, blending legal, financial, and operational expertise. Participants will learn how to approach high-stakes discussions with confidence, including payer negotiations, adapt to diverse personalities and agendas, and secure outcomes that balance clinical excellence with long-term business sustainability.
- Co-speaker(s): Rajesh U. Kothari, MBA (Managing Director, Cascade Partners LLC)
For additional information and to register for the 2026 ASCRS/ASOA Annual Meeting, please visit the ASCRS/ASOA website.
To read the 2026 ASCRS/ASOA annual meeting program preview, please click on the PDF linked below.