Leadership

A 37-year-old ICU nurse, Alex Pretti was killed by federal law enforcement officers in Minneapolis. Nursing groups called for a thorough and transparent investigation.

Hospitals need to be coordinating with local and state emergency management teams, evaluate supplies, and plan for staffing amid road closures.

Hospitals stressed the importance of early planning and working with local and state officials.

A powerful storm is expected to bring snow and ice across much of the United States, and health systems are getting ready.

The Chicago hospital system has reduced turnover and taken steps to improve well-being. John Tressa, Endeavor’s chief nursing officer, talks with us about those efforts and the dividends.

The path forward is clear: invest in primary care and ensure every American has a lifelong relationship with a primary care physician, Shawn Martin writes.

Healthcare leaders say artificial intelligence offers the potential to protect patients and avoid harmful events that can be protected.

Health systems are treating a lot of flu patients, particularly kids. The flu has affected blood supplies, with some hospitals triaging supplies.

Community Health Systems has reached an agreement to sell Crestwood Medical Center to the Huntsville Hospital Health System.

As many as 14 hospitals are in danger of shutting down without more support from the state, according to a report by the Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania.

Nicole Stallings, president and CEO of the Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania, talks with Chief Healthcare Executive® about financial pressures and fears of possible hospital closures.

A year after a case was found in Texas, the numbers continue to grow, especially in South Carolina. Experts criticize the government for a lack of action.

More physicians are using AI technology, especially documentation tools. Dr. Nele Jessel of athenahealth talks about the growing acceptance and adoption of AI.

Lawmakers in Congress have introduced a “prompt pay” bill that has attracted support from hospitals.

Leadership competency models bring alignment to leadership expectations, consistency to development and promotion, and clarity to leaders at all levels.

A recent study suggests broader leadership and staff involvement will produce better strategies in meeting patients’ social needs that impact their health.

In other news, UAB Health names its first nurse executive for the system, and other leaders take on new roles.

The most impactful strategies will target technology-driven solutions that align stakeholders around common goals.

Both entities are part of MJH Life Sciences. The goal is to offer more services and insights in marketing and communications for healthcare and life sciences brands.

Leah Binder talks with Chief Healthcare Executive® about her optimism for progress, the newer focus of healthcare leaders, and work that still must be done.

There were fewer deals in 2025. But there was more merger activity in the second half of the year, perhaps signaling momentum for more deals.

Dr. Oliver Kharraz talks with Chief Healthcare Executive® about patient preferences, and the willingness to shop around for the right physician.

At a time when there’s skepticism of the medical establishment, nurses can play a key role in helping patients and reducing confusion.

R. Shawn Martin discusses the workplace, burnout, and the need to get more doctors into family medicine.

The American Cancer Society hailed progress in reducing cancer deaths. But advocates are worried about reduced spending on cancer research.