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The Perioperative Playbook

Hosted by Stephen Spake · business · EN

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About this Podcast:

The Perioperative Playbook is a podcast powered by Sullivan Healthcare Consulting, a consulting firm dedicated to helping hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers unlock efficiency, strengthen effectiveness, and seize new opportunities in surgical services. Each episode features candid conversations with healthcare leaders, consultants, and frontline experts who share insights on the most pressing perioperative challenges.Listeners can expect deep dives into topics such as perioperative governance, anesthesia subsidies, staffing and scheduling strategies, OR efficiency, and the power of data utilization to drive results. With regular guest perspectives and practical takeaways, The Perioperative Playbook equips executives, surgeons, anesthesia providers, and perioperative leaders with actionable strategies to sharpen their performance and transform the surgical experience.

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Booking probability

18%

Guest openness

Selective

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What is The Perioperative Playbook about?

The Perioperative Playbook is a podcast powered by Sullivan Healthcare Consulting, a consulting firm dedicated to helping hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers unlock efficiency, strengthen effectiveness, and seize new opportunities in surgical services. Each episode features candid conversations with healthcare leaders, consultants, and frontline experts who share insights on the most pressing perioperative challenges.

Who hosts The Perioperative Playbook?

The Perioperative Playbook is hosted by Stephen Spake. The show has published 7 episodes to date.

What has The Perioperative Playbook covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Legislative Impacts to Perioperative Services w/ Randy Heiser" (6 February 2026, 25 minutes), "Interim Leadership Fundamentals w/ Shawn Craddock" (6 February 2026, 39 minutes), and "The Metrics That Matter w/ Randy Heiser" (6 November 2025, 35 minutes).

How often does The Perioperative Playbook publish?

The Perioperative Playbook publishes roughly a few times a week, with episodes averaging 34 minutes across 7 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on The Perioperative Playbook?

Booking probability for The Perioperative Playbook is 18%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Perioperative Playbook requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Perioperative Playbook's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch The Perioperative Playbook?

The strongest fits for The Perioperative Playbook are Hospitals and Business & Management Consulting. The Perioperative Playbook has a business audience.

About the host

Stephen Spake hosts The Perioperative Playbook, a business podcast with 7 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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    Legislative Impacts to Perioperative Services w/ Randy Heiser

    Feb 6, 202625 minS0

    <p>This conversation covers the perioperative impacts of recent legislative changes, focusing on financial viability, coding, business management, price transparency, prior authorization, anesthesia impact, Medicaid...

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    Interim Leadership Fundamentals w/ Shawn Craddock

    Feb 6, 202639 minS0

    <p>This conversation delves into the intricacies of interim leadership in perioperative consulting, emphasizing the importance of thorough preparation, relationship-building, and generating buy-in from all levels of...

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    The Metrics That Matter w/ Randy Heiser

    Nov 6, 202535 minS0

    <p>In this episode of the Perioperative Playbook, Stephen Spake and Randy Heiser discuss the critical metrics that matter in surgical operations. They explore the complexities of defining and measuring these metrics...

  • The Perioperative Playbook

    The Military to Consulting Pipeline w/ Shawn Craddock

    Sep 2, 202542 minS0

    <p>Join us on this insightful episode as we explore the journey of transitioning from military service to healthcare consulting. Our guest, Shawn Craddock, shares their personal experiences and challenges faced while...

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    Flattening the Anesthesia Subsidy Curve w/ Tim Hanners

    Sep 2, 202535 minS0

    <p>In this episode, we delve into the world of anesthesia subsidies with Tim Hanners, and it's profound impact on the healthcare system. Discover how these financial aids are reshaping medical practices, improving...

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    Perioperative Governance - Inside the PEC w/ Gerry Biala

    Sep 2, 202529 minS0

    <p>Join Stephen Spake, host of the Perioperative Playbook podcast, as he delves into the intricacies of governance within surgical suites. Featuring insights from Gerry Biala, a seasoned expert in perioperative...

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    Inside Surgical Services Consulting w/ Randy Heiser

    Aug 27, 202529 minS0

    <p>This conversation delves into the evolution and current state of surgical services consulting, focusing on the role of Sullivan Healthcare Consulting. Randy Heiser, the president, shares insights on the challenges...

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