Joint Commission CEO talks about new sustainability program for hospitals
In an interview with Chief Healthcare Executive, Dr. Jonathan Perlin discusses the effort, the growing urgency to address climate change, and the new opportunities for health systems.
Patients with respiratory failure in rural hospital intermediate units have higher mortality rates
The death rates were significantly higher than patients in intermediate units in urban hospitals, a new study shows.
Beth Israel Lahey Health appoints system’s 1st chief nursing officer, and more | MED MOVES
The longtime head of Cedars-Sinai plans to retire, AdventHealth announces a new chief clinical officer, and others begin new roles.
Cancer screenings haven’t rebounded to pre-pandemic levels
Large declines were seen in Asian, Black and Hispanic residents, a new study shows. Other common preventive healthcare visits still lag.
What hospitals want from Washington in 2024
Lisa Kidder Hrobsky of the American Hospital Association talks about Medicare and Medicaid funding, extending telehealth, protecting workers, and more.
University of California reaches $975M deal to buy 4 hospitals from Tenet
The hospitals will become part of UCI Health, the health enterprise of University of California-Irvine.
North Carolina system completes $2.4B deal to acquire 3 South Carolina hospitals
Novant Health has purchased the facilities, and a host of clinics, in a deal with Tenet Healthcare Corp. Novant expands its presence in South Carolina.
Medical devices for the home top list of health tech hazards for 2024
ECRI, the patient safety organization, released its annual list of 10 technology trouble spots. Marcus Schabacker, CEO of ECRI, talks with us about taking steps to protect patients.
FTC moves to block $320M deal for 2 North Carolina hospitals
Federal regulators are suing to prevent Novant Health from acquiring the facilities and other clinics from Community Health Systems. Novant health says it is willing to go to court.
Taking different approaches to recruiting and retaining workers
Alison Mincey of the University of Miami Health System talks about strategies to improve staffing and encourage talent to stick around.
Using telehealth to improve neonatal care
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital is utilizing virtual care to help families with the transition from hospital to the home and to provide easier access for working parents.
Hospitals should improve financially in 2024, but it’s unclear how much, Fitch Ratings says
Many nonprofit hospitals will continue to struggle in the coming months, and it’s not clear when, or if, operating margins will return to pre-pandemic levels, Fitch tells investors.
Hospital leaders need to focus on growth and strategy in 2024
While many hospitals continue to struggle, some have weathered the storm, and now is the time to look at options for growth, analysts say.
Hospitals warned against religious discrimination
The Department of Health & Human Services tells hospitals they must respect the rights of patients and visitors. The agency cited troubling examples of improper treatment.
Aspirus Health names new chief financial officer, and more | MED MOVES
Allina Health's chief financial officer is departing the system, and other leaders are taking on new challenges.
Missouri attorney general raises issue with planned hospital merger
The University of Kansas Health System and Liberty Hospital plan to come together, but Andrew Bailey says Missouri’s lawmakers must approve the deal.
How Jewish General Hospital is gaining more insights from data
The Montreal hospital has adopted a new platform to help researchers learn more about outcomes in certain patient populations.
Most clinicians want hospitals to act on climate change. Some are doing more than others.
A Commonwealth Fund survey shows strong support for reducing waste and emissions. Hospitals and health systems have been under growing pressure to reduce their environmental impact.
Hospital merger activity is projected to increase in 2024
After an uptick in deals last year, analysts say they expect more transactions in the coming year, driven by financial need or aiming to keep up with the rapid changes in healthcare.
Hospital mergers will get more attention from regulators
The Federal Trade Commission has opposed mergers that it says could lead to higher prices or reduced services. Now, the FTC wants more information on planned deals.
Nearly half of doctors report burnout, but there is some progress, survey finds
Fewer physicians are reporting burnout and depression than last year, according to an annual survey by Medscape.
Health system is closing two Wisconsin hospitals
Hospital Sisters Health System plans to close the hospitals by late April. Prevea Health, a physician network, is closing its locations in the region.
Healthcare executives focus on improving revenue and keeping staff
Many say they’re worried about the resilience of their workforce, according to a new survey by Sage Growth Partners.
Healthgrades’ chief medical officer explains what sets America’s best hospitals apart
Brad Bowman talks with Chief Healthcare Executive® about the 2024 rankings, and common traits among those receiving top honors.
Healthgrades names America’s top 50 hospitals for 2024
The organization examined more than 4,000 hospitals in compiling its annual rankings. Some of the best come from high-profile systems, and some lesser-known names received top honors.
American Hospital Association CEO, Dartmouth Health CEO, discuss 2024 priorities
The AHA’s Rick Pollack talked with Joanne Conroy, the new board chairwoman of the AHA, about top issues in Washington over the coming year.
Black patients have higher mortality in most cancers, and gaps persist at higher incomes
The American Cancer Society’s new annual report shows a significant gap in outcomes among white and Black patients. The report notes disparities in diagnosis and treatment.
Broward Health Medical Center gets new a CEO, and more | MED MOVES
Kootenai Health names a new CEO, Lifepoint Health appoints a new head of people services, and others take new roles.
Vacation frustration: 7 out of 10 doctors worked on days off
Most physicians are doing at least some work when they’re supposed to be away, and researchers say it adds to burnout. Some are taking very little time off.
There were more hospital mergers in 2023, and financial distress is driving more deals
A new Kaufman Hall report outlines the uptick in consolidation. Some struggling systems sought partners to secure their future.