Health Systems

The New York health system’s tool has now been added to Epic’s electronic health system. Dr. Chethan Sathya of Northwell talks with us about the work to reduce deaths from firearms.

Vic Schmerbeck talks with us about the opening of new hospitals, its partnerships with health systems, and plans for more new facilities.

Steve Walsh will succeed the retiring Rick Pollack. Walsh, the CEO of the Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association, has been praised as a committed leader who knows how to bring people together.

Courtney Holladay, chief learning officer of MD Anderson, talks about overcoming resistance, managing the pace of change, and why over-communication is a myth.

ChristianaCare Wilmington Hospital has expanded weapon screening following the deadly shooting earlier this month.

Tina Freese Decker, president and CEO of Corewell Health, says it’s critical to recognize healthcare as a team sport, especially with big challenges ahead.

The unfortunate growth of pharmacy deserts is creating new urgency and opportunities for health systems and hospitals to expand pharmacy services — if executives are careful to develop strategies that ensure the initiatives deliver ROI.

Childhood cancer still sits inside a system that underserves it at nearly every level: research, care access, drug development and long-term survivorship.

Several women in leadership roles shared lessons they have learned, leading with empathy, and pursuing opportunities when they arise.

Mitchell Kentor of Endeavor Health shares some lessons from its physician-led governance model and human-in-the-lead automation program.

Chief financial officers are taking on a bigger role in health systems as the industry evolves.

The Trump administration has sent warning letters to 500 hospitals, and a message. Healthcare leaders see growing public demand for simpler information on pricing.

Health systems must educate staff on watching for indications that patients, visitors, or employees could be at risk of a violent incident. Workers must be empowered to come forward.

William Robertson will retire at the end of the year. Florence Chang, MultiCare’s president, will take over as CEO on Jan. 1.

One person died and another was injured in a shooting at ChristianaCare’s Wilmington Hospital. After other recent shootings, hospital leaders shouldn’t wait to talk with staff about areas to address.

Dr. Ridgley Salter and his son, Dr. Nick Salter, both work at WellSpan Health. They talk about their journey, staying healthy, and finding balance.

One person died and another was wounded in ChristianaCare’s Wilmington Hospital, authorities say. The suspect was captured Tuesday night.

Crystal Broj of the Medical University of South Carolina system talks about making it easier for patients to access the system and reducing headaches for doctors and staff.

The Healthcare Financial Management Association’s annual conference offered a window on an industry facing rapid challenges and changes.

The for-profit system in Tennessee elevated Dave Caspers, who had been Ardent’s chief operating officer. Marty Bonick, the former CEO, stepped down to pursue other opportunities.

She spoke with Chief Healthcare Executive at the HFMA conference about integrating Spectrum Health and Beaumont Health to form Corewell Health. She also talked about facing financial headwinds and the value of partnerships.

He spoke with Chief Healthcare Executive at the Healthcare Financial Management Association about challenges with reimbursements and potential with the use of AI.

Mehmet Oz, administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, outlined top priorities during an appearance at the Healthcare Financial Management Association conference.

The Catholic health system has completed the deal to acquire AMSURG’s 300 ambulatory surgery centers. It marks a shift in Ascension’s long-term strategy.

Most doubt the long-term viability of the health system and say the tipping point is coming, and soon, according to a survey by Vitalic Health.