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General News
Aug 19, 2024
US Acute Care Solutions Names Dr. Kelly Abbrescia Regional Vice President of South Division
CANTON, Ohio, August 19, 2024 – US Acute Care Solutions (USACS), the nation’s largest physician-owned emergency and inpatient medicine practice, announced today that it has named Kelly Abbrescia, DO, MMM, FACEP, a Regional Vice President of its South Division. Most recently, Dr. Abbrescia served as the Medical Director at Carteret Health Care in Morehead City, NC. Throughout her career, Dr. Abbrescia has held numerous leadership roles, notably serving as the System Medical Director at Bayhealth Medical Center prior to joining USACS. She also served as a Major in the US Army at Brooke Army Medical Center in Fort Sam Houston, Texas, after completing an Emergency Medical Services (EMS) fellowship. President of the USACS South Division, Brandon Lewis, DO, MBA, FACEP, FACOEP, said, “Dr. Abbrescia has been highly impressive in her short tenure with us, and we expect great things from her as she steps into this role for our division. Our leadership team is looking forward to working with her in this new capacity.” Dr. Abbrescia said, “Since joining USACS, I have been impressed by the outstanding leadership efforts that have taken place and felt called to apply for this instrumental role within the South Division. It is an honor and privilege to serve my colleagues as a regional vice president and I am eager to hit the ground running to make an immediate impact.” Dr. Abbrescia earned her bachelor’s degree from Duquesne University and her medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. She went on to complete her emergency medicine residency and EMS fellowship at Albert Einstein Medical Center where she served as Chief Resident. Dr. Abbrescia also earned her master’s degree in medical management from Carnegie Mellon University – Heinz School of Business and is Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certified. About USACS Founded by emergency medicine and inpatient physicians across the country, USACS is solely owned by its physicians and hospital system partners. The group is a national leader in integrated acute care, including emergency medicine, hospitalist, and critical care services. USACS provides high-quality care to approximately ten million patients annually across more than 400 programs and is aligned with many of the leading health systems in the country. Visit usacs.com for more. ### Media Contact Marty Richmond Corporate Communications Department US Acute Care Solutions 330.493.4443 x1406 [email protected]
Press Release
Jul 1, 2024
US Acute Care Solutions Names Dr. Tanveer Gaibi Regional Vice President of East Division
CANTON, Ohio, July 1, 2024 – US Acute Care Solutions (USACS), the nation’s largest physician-owned provider of hospital-based emergency and inpatient medicine, announced today that it has named Tanveer Gaibi, MD, MBA, FACEP, a Regional Vice President of its East Division. Most recently, Dr. Gaibi served as Chairman of Emergency Medicine at Inova Fairfax and Vice President of Strategic Development for the USACS East Division. With a diverse leadership background spanning rural, urban, and tertiary care academic centers, Dr. Gaibi has been a key contributor in USACS' business development endeavors across the East Division. His extensive clinical experience and proven operational success have been instrumental in shaping business strategies and driving organic growth initiatives. President of the USACS East Division, Martin Brown, MD, FACEP, said, “Dr. Gaibi has been a tremendous asset for both our division and our practice. He continually embraces an enterprise-wide perspective and utilizes his certified coaching skills to invest in the development of his colleagues. We are thrilled to have him join our leadership team.” Dr. Gaibi said, “I am eager to serve our practice in this capacity and make an impact. Our talented divisional leadership team has generated an outstanding amount of momentum that I look forward to perpetuating. I am grateful for their confidence in my leadership abilities to fill this critical role.” Dr. Gaibi is a board-certified emergency physician who completed a seven-year BS/MD program at SUNY Upstate Medical University. He went on to complete his emergency medicine residency at the University of Maryland. Later, he earned his MBA from the University of Virginia Darden School of Business. About USACS Founded by emergency medicine and inpatient physicians across the country, USACS is solely owned by its physicians and hospital system partners. The group is a national leader in integrated acute care, including emergency medicine, hospitalist, and critical care services. USACS provides high-quality care to approximately ten million patients annually across more than 400 programs and is aligned with many of the leading health systems in the country. Visit usacs.com for more. ### Media Contact Marty Richmond Corporate Communications Department US Acute Care Solutions 330.493.4443 x1406 [email protected]
Press Release
Jun 25, 2024
US Acute Care Solutions Names Dr. Drew White President of North Division
CANTON, Ohio, June 25, 2024 – US Acute Care Solutions (USACS), the nation’s largest physician-owned provider of hospital-based emergency and inpatient medicine, announced today that it has named Drew White, MD, MBA, FACEP, President of its North Division. Most recently, Dr. White served as a Regional Vice President of the USACS East Division where he oversaw 30 service lines at 14 hospitals in six Mid-Atlantic hospital systems, totaling more than 650,000 annual patient encounters.Under his leadership, the region has seen notable clinical improvements in productivity, risk reduction, and patient experience, while also enhancing provider satisfaction. USACS Chief Clinical Officer, Tina Latimer, MD, MBA, MPH, FACEP, said, “Drew will make an exceptional President of our North Division given his outstanding performance as a regional vice president and his intuitive clinical acumen. Drew possesses a deep understanding of our group’s goals and standards, and works diligently to achieve improvements across every site under his direction. We are confident Drew is going to excel in his new role as President.” Dr. White said, “I am looking forward to stepping into this critical role for our group and using the knowledge and resources I’ve acquired as a regional vice president to ensure the North Division continues to thrive. I’d like to extend my gratitude to the USACS leadership team for their confidence and support, it is an honor to serve my colleagues and our patients as a Division President.” A board-certified emergency physician, Dr. White completed his bachelor’s degree at the University of Virginia then went on to earn his medical degree at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. He completed his emergency medicine residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital where he served as Chief Resident. Dr. White later earned his MBA and a Business of Medicine certificate from Johns Hopkins University. About USACS Founded by emergency medicine and inpatient physicians across the country, USACS is solely owned by its physicians and hospital system partners. The group is a national leader in integrated acute care, including emergency medicine, hospitalist, and critical care services. USACS provides high-quality care to approximately ten million patients annually across more than 400 programs and is aligned with many of the leading health systems in the country. Visit usacs.com for more. ### Media Contact Marty Richmond Corporate Communications Department US Acute Care Solutions 330.493.4443 x1406 [email protected]
General News
Jun 5, 2024
USACS Now Accepting Applications for Senior Resident Forum To Be Held in Houston, Texas
US Acute Care Solutions (USACS) is thrilled to announce our upcoming Senior Resident Forum, which will take place in Houston, TX, on September 8-10, 2024. This all-expense paid trip is the perfect opportunity for residents to learn and engage with top leaders in emergency, hospitalist, and critical care medicine as they prepare for the beginning of a successful career. The Senior Resident Forum will be held at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, located in the heart of downtown Houston. This modern hotel offers high-end accommodations, on-site dining, deluxe amenities, and the convenience of walkability to explore the lively downtown attractions. During the forum, speakers will cover a wide range of topics pertinent to residents' careers and practices. From clinical efficiency to financial literacy, the goal is to provide residents with the tools and knowledge they need to navigate their professional pathway and create a fulfilling career in medicine. In addition to gaining valuable insights and networking opportunities, attendees will also be invited to a USACS social event, the ideal setting to unwind and meet new colleagues from around the country. USACS is the largest physician-owned acute care group in the country, caring for over 10 million patients annually at more than 400 programs across 26 states. With our expertise and experience, USACS is well-positioned to support physicians in providing excellent care to patients while also enjoying a fulfilling and rewarding career. “This event is one I look forward to every year,” said Amer Aldeen, MD, FACEP, Chief Medical Officer. “I still remember my senior year of residency and the flood of questions running through my mind as I began searching for a career. It can be overwhelming, and this forum is the perfect opportunity for residents to come engage with and learn from our physicians who understand what it’s like to be in their shoes.” If you're a senior resident looking to get ahead in your career search, apply today to join the USACS Senior Resident Forum. Your travel expenses, two-night hotel stay, and all on-site meals are on us. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn, network, and grow with USACS' top leaders in acute care.
Press Release
May 24, 2024
US Acute Care Solutions Names Dr. Shea Combs Regional Vice President of South Division
CANTON, Ohio, May 24, 2024 – US Acute Care Solutions (USACS), the nation’s largest physician-owned provider of hospital-based emergency and inpatient medicine, announced today that it has named Shea Combs, MD, FACEP, a Regional Vice President of its South Division. Most recently, Dr. Combs served as the Regional Integrated Acute Care (IAC) Medical Director of the USACS South Division and System Medical Director of Hospital Medicine. In this role she was responsible for the management of several service lines at both Cedar Park Regional Medical Center in Cedar Park, TX, and Peterson Regional Medical Center in Kerrville, TX. Dr. Combs is also an active member of the USACS South Clinical Governance Board which aims to ensure consistency and quality patient care throughout all USACS locations. “Our team is looking forward to welcoming Dr. Combs as she steps into her new leadership role within our division,” said Brandon Lewis, DO, MBA, FACOEP, FACEP, President of the USACS South Division. “Dr. Combs has proven to be an outstanding leader and we are fully confident she will continue to excel as a regional vice president.” Dr. Combs said, “Being selected to fill this role for our group is an honor and a privilege. I am ready to embrace new responsibilities with the goal of leading our division to continued success. I am grateful to our existing leadership team for their confidence and look forward to making an impact both regionally and company-wide.” A board-certified emergency physician, Dr. Combs completed her bachelor’s and master’s degrees at the University of Texas at Austin then went on to earn her medical degree at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. She completed her emergency medicine residency at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA. About USACS Founded by emergency medicine and inpatient physicians across the country, USACS is solely owned by its physicians and hospital system partners. The group is a national leader in integrated acute care, including emergency medicine, hospitalist, and critical care services. USACS provides high-quality care to approximately ten million patients annually across more than 400 programs and is aligned with many of the leading health systems in the country. Visit usacs.com for more. ### Media Contact Marty Richmond Corporate Communications Department US Acute Care Solutions 330.493.4443 x1406 [email protected]
General News
Mar 7, 2024
USACS Announces Annual Clinical Excellence Award Winners
CANTON, Ohio, March 7, 2024 – US Acute Care Solutions (USACS), the nation’s largest physician-owned provider of hospital-based emergency and inpatient medicine, is pleased to announce eight clinicians who have been named recipients of the National Clinical Governance Board’s (NCGB) Clinical Excellence Award. These recipients were honored during USACS’ annual Assembly meeting held in Denver, CO, last month. The Clinical Excellence Award was created to recognize outstanding clinical care by individual physicians and advanced practice providers (APPs) who do not serve in leadership or management roles and represent each USACS service line. Nominations are submitted year-round by clinical colleagues and are reviewed at the beginning of each calendar year. Recipients are selected and notified before the annual spring Assembly meeting. Congratulations to the following recipients of the 2024 Clinical Excellence Award: Matthew Baltz, MD, Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center— Mechanicsville, VA Calen Hart, MD, AdventHealth Tampa—Tampa, FL Waleed Hussein, MD, Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital—Hollister, CA Omar Naji, MD, StoneSprings Hospital Center—Dulles, VA Ryan Nguyen, PA-C, Dell Children's Medical Center of Central Texas—Austin, TX James (Ian) Richardson, DO, Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center—Mechanicsville, VA Nathan Scherer, DO, AdventHealth ER and Urgent Care at Meridian—Parker, CO Melissa Volpe, PA-C, Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital—Charlottesville, VA National Director of Clinical Education and Vice Chair of the NCGB, Roya Caloia, DO, MPH, FACEP, shared, “These are the people you work alongside who make you want to be a better physician or APP. Their efforts and commitment to high-quality patient care remind you of why you chose to go into medicine in the first place. Congratulations to each recipient, I am honored to call each of you colleagues!” About USACS Founded by emergency medicine and inpatient physicians across the country, USACS is solely owned by its physicians and hospital system partners. The group is a national leader in integrated acute care, including emergency medicine, hospitalist, and critical care services. USACS provides high-quality care to approximately 10 million patients annually across more than 400 programs and is aligned with many of the leading health systems in the country. Visit usacs.com for more. ### Media Contact Marty Richmond Corporate Communications Department US Acute Care Solutions 330.493.4443 x1406 [email protected]
Press Release
Feb 23, 2024
US Acute Care Solutions Names Michael DeMinico as General Counsel
CANTON, Ohio, February 23, 2024 – US Acute Care Solutions (USACS), the nation’s largest physician-owned provider of hospital-based emergency and inpatient medicine, announced today that it has named Michael DeMinico as General Counsel. Mr. DeMinico brings a wealth of strategic legal experience to healthcare organizations. Most recently, Mr. DeMinico served as General Counsel for Great Expressions Dental Centers, a multi-specialty dental service organization with more than 300 clinic locations. Prior to that, he served as General Counsel at EnvisionRx, one of the nation’s largest pharmacy benefits and services companies. A native of Cleveland, Ohio, Mr. DeMinico began his career in his hometown at the office of BakerHostetler where he was a partner in the firm’s Business Group, concentrating his practice on healthcare transactions, mergers and acquisitions, financing, and corporate governance matters. Chris Hummer, USACS Chief Executive Officer, said, “Mike’s industry knowledge and readiness to embrace a fast-paced environment make him the ideal addition to our executive leadership team. Providing our physicians and APPs with sound legal support is critical, and Mike is the exact leader we are looking for to ensure this continues to take place.” “I am motivated by the culture of empowerment at USACS and eager to see the benefits of the physician-ownership model in action,” said Mr. DeMinico. “Providing legal support and reassurance to the dedicated physicians and APPs who fulfill our mission of caring for patients is a privilege, and I look forward to making an impact on the organization.” Mr. DeMinico received his Juris Doctor degree from The George Washington University Law School, and his undergraduate degree in economics from The College of William Mary. About USACS Founded by emergency medicine and inpatient physicians across the country, USACS is solely owned by its physicians and hospital system partners. The group is a national leader in integrated acute care, including emergency medicine, hospitalist, and critical care services. USACS provides high-quality care to approximately 10 million patients annually across more than 400 programs and is aligned with many of the leading health systems in the country. Visit usacs.com for more. ### Media Contact Marty Richmond Corporate Communications Department US Acute Care Solutions 330.493.4443 x1406 [email protected]