Leadership

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.

Kootenai Health names a new CEO, Lifepoint Health appoints a new head of people services, and others take new roles.

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.

A new Kaufman Hall report outlines the uptick in consolidation. Some struggling systems sought partners to secure their future.

General Catalyst formed a new business, Health Assurance Transformation Corporation, and now it’s planning to buy Summa Health. Here’s a look at a deal gaining wide attention.

David Levine of Mass General Brigham talks about the key findings, and why he hopes to see more health systems delivering acute care in the home.

The CMS regulations will streamline the process and move toward electronic prior authorization. But some healthcare groups want quicker responses and additional help from lawmakers.

Many employees don’t feel supported. Adrienne Boissy of Qualtrics discusses ways organizations can connect with their workers and retain valuable people.

Marshfield Clinic Health System has said 3% of staff workers are being furloughed, including some in leadership roles.

The standard must highlight evidenced-based practice, such as proven treatments to manage diseases.

The $750 million facility is being built by RWJBarnabas Health and the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey. Two other outpatient cancer centers are also under construction.

Sonia Millsom, CEO of Oxeon, discusses the importance of setting a vision and building trust within teams.

The two systems announced Thursday that they intend to come together. Penn Medicine has acquired other systems in the Philadelphia region in recent years.

Baptist Memorial Health Care, based in Memphis, has completed its merger with Anderson Regional Health System.

Gov. Phil Murphy called for lawmakers to craft legislation so residents ‘don’t have to start a GoFundMe campaign.’ New York’s governor has also pushed debt relief measures.

In a wide-ranging discussion, Gundling talks about hospitals and their efforts to recover, and offers projections on mergers, outsourcing, AI, new construction and other trends to watch.

Operating margins are improving, and there are increases in revenue, according to the latest report from Kaufman Hall.

OHSU Health CEO John Hunter is departing, even as the system looks to complete the acquisition of Legacy Health.

Mayo Clinic appoints a new top research executive, and other leaders take on new positions.

Early detection is key to saving lives and narrowing the prostate cancer health disparity gap.

Health EC, a population health company, disclosed the breach in late December. It has affected a number of providers, including Corewell Health in Michigan, officials say.

Essentia Health and Marshfield Clinic Health System said Friday they have decided against joining forces. A merger would have created a system with 25 hospitals.

In its 2024 outlook, KPMG says investors anticipate more deals, out of opportunity and necessity. Ash Shehata of KPMG talks about the year ahead.

New York’s public hospitals issued a masking policy in patient areas, and other health systems in several states have required staff and visitors to wear masks in recent weeks.

Most executives say they continue to see issues, and shortages have delayed some procedures, analysts say. Hospitals are taking new approaches to ensure they have what they need.