Ron Southwick

The 15th edition of the Healthcare Equality Index shows most healthcare organizations have strong non-discrimination policies. But some hospitals still have some work to do.

Doctors and executives see the value in the practice, but some say there are issues with workflows and reimbursement, a new survey finds.

The vast majority of doctors are using telehealth and see the value for patients. Some express concern about ensuring all patients can take advantage of it.

After RaDonda Vaught was found guilty in the highly-watched trial, advocates warn it could deter doctors and nurses from admitting mistakes and undermine patient safety.

A new research agency would get a significant boost. Some want to see more money directed to the National Institutes of Health.

People want more convenience, and healthcare organizations have to respond if they want to avoid losing patients.

Health systems are still trying to rebound after the surge of Omicron patients, according to a Kaufman Hall report. Hospitals are seeing losses in revenue while still battling higher expenses.

The Cleveland Clinic and Amwell have teamed up to offer patients, employers and health plans the chance to check a diagnosis remotely. Frank McGillin, CEO, says there’s a clear need and a substantial market.

Hospitals in rural areas face daunting challenges, but their response in the crisis provides useful lessons for all healthcare organizations.

Most executives describe it as a top priority, but only about a third have money allocated for health equity efforts. Ankoor Shah of Accenture outlines steps hospitals should consider.

Congressman Richard Neal sent a letter seeking information from some of America’s most prominent healthcare organizations. Critics say hospitals should be doing more to curb emissions.

Now is the time for healthcare organizations to assess what worked and what didn’t, says Michelle Machon of Kaiser Permamente.

Most executives say burnout and staff shortages are hurting patient safety, according to the Hospital Patient Safety Report by VigiLanz. Some say they are leading to patient deaths.

Physicians have lost a lot of autonomy and are spending more time on bureaucratic tasks. Healthcare executives can take steps to ease the burdens on doctors.

Counties with above-average Black, Hispanic and American Indian populations have been most likely to lose rural hospitals, according to a new study.

Scammers are trying to get victims on the phone to download malware, according to a new report. Email attacks continue to rise and executives are being targeted more often.

Due to insufficient planning, some costs are being passed onto patients, according to the study by Syntellis. Leaders are also worried about COVID-19 variants and staffing shortages.

The conference highlighted exciting opportunities for technology to dramatically improve healthcare, along with some formidable obstacles. Here are nine key takeaways from a memorable week.

Businesses are going to have more diverse workforces if they want to survive. But they key is giving women and members of minority groups a seat at the table.

The most decorated Olympic athlete of all time spoke candidly about his mental health journey and advocacy at the HIMSS 2022 conference. Phelps said it’s time to break the stigma that prevents people from seeking help.

Evelyn Terrell, director of telehealth at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, outlines ways to ensure telehealth programs aren’t leaving patients behind.

More than 400 hospitals were honored with the Healthgrades 2022 Patient Safety Excellence Awards. The group’s report also cited four common incidents affecting the health of patients.

Many breaches aren’t discovered until months after the fact, and ‘double extortion’ is a growing threat, experts said at the HIMSS Conference.

Baligh Yehia, an Ascension executive, explains how the system surveyed patients about their unmet needs, and then worked to help them.

People could lose access to care in areas that are already underserved, says Diane Swonk, chief economist of Grant Thornton.

At a panel moderated by Scott Pelley of ’60 Minutes,’ three top experts said healthcare leaders must show their workers they are truly valued. Otherwise, expect the worker shortage to get worse.

In an overview of the state of healthcare, leading experts talked about what needs to happen from the perspectives of providers, doctors, patients and payers.

U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Xavier Becerra and Chiquita Brooks-LaSure, head of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, stressed the importance of sharing data. They also talked about taking action against those who are blocking information.

Elsevier Health partnered with Ipsos for its first ‘Clinician of the Future’ report. Healthcare professionals say they’re worried about increasing technology demands and a shortage of doctors and nurses.

Healthcare systems must see guarding against breeches as an essential part of keeping patients safe, a doctor and top cybersecurity expert explained at the HIMSS conference.