Ron Southwick

Nurses are being assaulted and treated with hostility with alarming regularity, Terry Foster says. He calls violence in emergency departments 'a tremendous problem.'

The organizations touted enhanced diagnostic and imaging services aimed at improving health equity, as well as efforts to train more radiologic technologists.

The Pennsylvania system’s chief quality officer discusses how they saw significant improvements in patient safety, from empowering employees to improving processes.

Two out of three practices say they didn’t agree to the fees for electronic payments. The MGMA is asking Congress for help.

Health systems are starting to see higher volumes and revenue. Steve Wasson of Syntellis Performance Solutions thinks a return to pre-pandemic levels is possible.

Nigel Girgrah of Ochsner talks about expanding wellness efforts, building support, and how it relates to improving care for patients.

The president of the American Nurses Association applauded the Biden administration for the grants, but said nurses still face violence, burnout and low wages.

The health of an organization’s staff has a direct impact on both patient care and the bottom line, wellness experts say. They outline some steps to help.

The Department of Health and Human Services announced grants to increase the number of registered nurses, nurse midwives and nurse faculty.

The president of UT Medical Center will take over as CEO in the spring. He discusses the idea that people can lead in any role, finding solutions, and the development of a leadership academy for physicians.

The bipartisan group, including Elizabeth Warren and Chuck Grassley, say that health systems receive billions in breaks but are cutting services and acting aggressively to collect debts.

NRC Health announces the recipients of its 2023 awards for consumer loyalty and patient experience.

Keith Gray became UTMC’s president in July, and he’ll take over as CEO next spring. He talks about patient care, health equity and why he’s ready to tackle the challenge of improving outcomes.

In October, a key Medicaid program for safety net hospitals is slated to be cut by $8 billion. Lawmakers say it could threaten the viability of hospitals and reduce care to those who need it most.

The former CEO of Strava is now a venture chair for Redesign Health, which has launched dozens of companies. He talks about the ingredients for success and some all-too-common mistakes.

Prospect Medical Holdings said it had to take systems offline, and several hospitals cited interruptions to care, including elective surgeries and some outpatient services.

The first person to oversee DEI efforts for the entire system, Cunanan talked with Chief Healthcare Executive about her role, engaging the community, and a mistake to avoid.

Health equity leaders at several hospitals discuss the work to close disparities in outcomes, engage communities, and the need to try new strategies.

A company that provides services to the health plan notified customers of the breach. Plan members are urged to get credit monitoring.

Organizations representing hospitals say they fall short and don’t recognize their higher costs. And there is anger over planned cuts in aid to safety-net hospitals.

More maternity care deserts are emerging, according to a new report from The March of Dimes. The analysis also offers insight into maternity care challenges at the state level.

Juan Mejia, COO of NewYork-Presbyterian’s Lower Manhattan Hospital, talks about fostering belonging, building diversity in the leadership ranks, and planning for the future.

The system is installing metal detectors and giving guards stun guns. Bobby Smallwood, an unarmed security guard, was killed in a maternity unit.

The ratings include more outpatient measures, a greater focus on data, health equity and more. Ben Harder of U.S. News talked with us about the annual rankings.

The rankings include 22 hospitals that made the honor roll, and some organizations also earned high marks in specialty care.

Hospitals underperformed in June, and while some organizations are rebounding, others are facing a difficult road, according to Kaufman Hall.

There are signs of improvement, but nonprofit hospitals are probably a year away from some form of ‘normal’, according to a report from Fitch Ratings.

Hospitals will always have a place for those who need intensive care. But in the near future, he says most care will be done on an outpatient basis or at home.

In a conversation at the American Hospital Association Leadership Summit, Conroy encouraged leaders to provide women with opportunities to rise in healthcare organizations.

Many health systems aren’t engaging in a simple but useful step. Paul Sarnese, a security consultant, talked with Chief Healthcare Executive about protecting workers and patients.