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Lawmakers are seeking to create a Senate commission on mental health to examine ways to make it easier for Americans to get the help they need.

Chief Healthcare Executive kicks off a new feature looking at what inspired leaders in medicine. Alpa Patel of the American Cancer Society says her grandfather spurred her career choice.

Healthcare leaders, and those aspiring for bigger roles, can take different paths to success. Sometimes a lateral move can give leaders a chance to earn valuable skills.

K. Craig Kent, the CEO of the University of Virginia health system, talks about the importance of having a strategic vision and making sure employees feel like they’re part of it.

Many residents and medical school students are battling burnout. Health systems need to ensure they don’t drive more doctors away.

Advocates are confident that Congress will ultimately agree to continue virtual health flexibilities, but lawmakers may not seal the deal until after the election.

Children’s National Hospital hires a leader for a newly created AI role, and other leaders take new posts.

New federal data shows about 7% of Americans have had long COVID. Other research published this week sheds more light on the impact of long-lasting symptoms.

Shannon Medical Center has agreed to buy the River Crest Hospital from Universal Health Services, the for-profit system.

The FTC has opposed Novant Health’s purchase of two hospitals from Community Health Systems, but a federal court has approved the deal.

The health system has opened clinics and deployed mobile vans to offer better access for patients in Virginia. Sentara leaders talk about the effort and the results they are seeing.

The government must go beyond voluntary compliance, says U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden. He cited the disruption from the Change Healthcare cyberattack, which has hurt hospitals nationwide.

After a patient is discharged, loved ones must manage some difficult tasks. Susan Reinhard of AARP talks with us about the need to help caregivers and patients after discharge.

William Chan, the co-founder of the healthcare technology company, discusses artificial intelligence in the latest episode of our podcast.

More than 50 hospitals were recognized for strong outcomes among patients from underserved communities and ensuring equitable access.

Lucio Fragoso helped a boy who uses a wheelchair complete his first 10K. The teen is now fired up for more races, but Fragoso says the young man has helped him, too.

Med Center Health says it expects to add Logan Memorial Hospital to the system in July.

He’s the dean of the University of Miami medical school and president of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Ford talked with us about his desire to make a difference.

Oregon Health & Science University and Legacy Health have signed a deal to come together, under the banner of OHSU Health.

In an interview with Chief Healthcare Executive®, Roxanna Gapstur talks about keeping pace with the rapid changes in healthcare and planning for the future.

The Biden administration has established minimum staffing levels for long-term care facilities. Nursing homes have sued to block the rule, but the AARP is launching a campaign to defend the federal requirement.

The company has developed an AI assistant for hospitals and health systems. Salesforce sees an opportunity to help patients ‘before and after care.’

The state attorney general signed off on UPMC’s plans to acquire the Washington Health System, and officials say the deal is done. Washington says the deal is crucial to the system’s survival.

Those leaders play a critical role in nurse retention and patient satisfaction. Robyn Begley, CEO of the American Organization for Nursing Leadership, talked with us about nurse managers.

Hospitals see fewer patients after they suffer cyberattacks, and a new study offers more insight into how other nearby hospitals are affected by breaches.

A new KPMG survey shows high interest in GLP-1 drugs. Americans have enthusiasm, and concerns, about AI. KPMG’s Ash Shehata talks about the results and what healthcare leaders should think about.

Cooper University Health Care and Cape Regional Health System are planning to come together. A state court has signed off on the deal.

Nicole Rogas, president of symplr, talks about the importance of hearing diverse opinions, helping employees feel supported, and unifying teams around a vision.

Due to budget constraints and staffing challenges, hospitals and other healthcare organizations tend to be more vulnerable to attacks, experts say.

Cleveland Clinic appoints a chief information officer, and other leaders take new posts.