Asli Kayaalp is the Vice President of Operations and Operational Excellence at the Hospital for Special Surgery, where they lead initiatives aimed at refining healthcare processes to enhance patient flow and satisfaction. With a background that includes roles such as Senior Director of Operational Excellence and Managing Consultant, Asli has significantly contributed to improvements in healthcare delivery through advanced analytics and optimization techniques. They hold a PhD in Industrial Engineering from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and have previously worked at prestigious organizations such as Mayo Clinic and Pfizer, focusing on healthcare performance and operational efficiency.