Investors expect more mergers in healthcare, life sciences in 2023
January 9th 2023Most investors said they see more dealmaking taking place in the coming year, according to a new KPMG report. Inflation and rising interest rates pose challenges, but the difficult environment could spur more M&A activity.
Hospitals are treating more kids for mental health emergencies: ‘It’s beyond unprecedented’
December 20th 2022At Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego, emergency department visits for psychiatric reasons are far higher than ever. Hospitals nationwide are struggling with the behavioral health crisis in young people.
Up to 250,000 deaths tied to incorrect E.R. diagnosis, study finds; critics say research is flawed
December 20th 2022Patient advocates said the federal report should be used to drive meaningful change. Emergency medicine groups faulted the study and said it will deter people from going to the hospital.
Inside Intermountain Healthcare’s $600M campaign to reimagine pediatric care
December 13th 2022The system aims to expand options at its children's hospital and provide more care for kids in their communities. Katy Welkie and David Flood of Intermountain talked with Chief Healthcare Executive about the effort.