Management

Thousands of skilled doctors and nurses are awaiting visas to come to the U.S. to deliver much-needed care. They would provide welcome relief to the overburdened healthcare workforce.

Healthcare leaders, and those aspiring for bigger roles, can take different paths to success. Sometimes a lateral move can give leaders a chance to earn valuable skills.

K. Craig Kent, the CEO of the University of Virginia health system, talks about the importance of having a strategic vision and making sure employees feel like they’re part of it.

Many residents and medical school students are battling burnout. Health systems need to ensure they don’t drive more doctors away.

Children’s National Hospital hires a leader for a newly created AI role, and other leaders take new posts.

New federal data shows about 7% of Americans have had long COVID. Other research published this week sheds more light on the impact of long-lasting symptoms.

After a patient is discharged, loved ones must manage some difficult tasks. Susan Reinhard of AARP talks with us about the need to help caregivers and patients after discharge.

More than 50 hospitals were recognized for strong outcomes among patients from underserved communities and ensuring equitable access.

Lucio Fragoso helped a boy who uses a wheelchair complete his first 10K. The teen is now fired up for more races, but Fragoso says the young man has helped him, too.

Med Center Health says it expects to add Logan Memorial Hospital to the system in July.

He’s the dean of the University of Miami medical school and president of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Ford talked with us about his desire to make a difference.

In an interview with Chief Healthcare Executive®, Roxanna Gapstur talks about keeping pace with the rapid changes in healthcare and planning for the future.

Cedars-Sinai announces three appointments to its leadership team, and other executives tackle new challenges.

The state attorney general signed off on UPMC’s plans to acquire the Washington Health System, and officials say the deal is done. Washington says the deal is crucial to the system’s survival.

Those leaders play a critical role in nurse retention and patient satisfaction. Robyn Begley, CEO of the American Organization for Nursing Leadership, talked with us about nurse managers.

Nicole Rogas, president of symplr, talks about the importance of hearing diverse opinions, helping employees feel supported, and unifying teams around a vision.

Cleveland Clinic appoints a chief information officer, and other leaders take new posts.

Samaritan Health Services and Santiam Hospital & Clinics say they are planning an affiliation.

A federal appeals court ruled in favor of two drug companies in a dispute over a federal program offering lower prices on outpatient drugs. Hospitals say drug companies are improperly curbing discounts.

A survey of cybersecurity pros finds some breaches aren’t being disclosed because employees fear they’ll lose their jobs. Kevin Pierce of VikingCloud talks about the report and cyberattacks in healthcare.

Overlake Medical Center & Clinics and the MultiCare Health System have signed an affiliation agreement. When the deal is finalized, Overlake will become part of MultiCare.

The institute, part of Baptist Health South Florida, has come a long way in a short time. Dr. Leonard Kalman, Miami Cancer Institute’s chief medical officer, talked with us about the journey.

Hospitals and clinics remain open, but patient care is still being affected. The health system says it is making progress in restoring systems.

Prime Healthcare says two facilities in the Philadelphia area are making the transition.

Northwell is investing $150 million over the next decade to advance cancer research. Dr. Richard Barakat of Northwell talks about their goals and moving advances from the bench to bedside.