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Health systems are starting to see higher volumes and revenue. Steve Wasson of Syntellis Performance Solutions thinks a return to pre-pandemic levels is possible.

Nigel Girgrah of Ochsner talks about expanding wellness efforts, building support, and how it relates to improving care for patients.

The president of the American Nurses Association applauded the Biden administration for the grants, but said nurses still face violence, burnout and low wages.

The relationship with your doctor is giving way to advanced practice providers, apps, and telemedicine services. Who is coordinating all this to ensure high-quality care?

Cleveland Clinic announces its first chief analytics officer, and other leaders take on new roles.

The health of an organization’s staff has a direct impact on both patient care and the bottom line, wellness experts say. They outline some steps to help.

The Department of Health and Human Services announced grants to increase the number of registered nurses, nurse midwives and nurse faculty.

The president of UT Medical Center will take over as CEO in the spring. He discusses the idea that people can lead in any role, finding solutions, and the development of a leadership academy for physicians.

The bipartisan group, including Elizabeth Warren and Chuck Grassley, say that health systems receive billions in breaks but are cutting services and acting aggressively to collect debts.

NRC Health announces the recipients of its 2023 awards for consumer loyalty and patient experience.

Keith Gray became UTMC’s president in July, and he’ll take over as CEO next spring. He talks about patient care, health equity and why he’s ready to tackle the challenge of improving outcomes.

In October, a key Medicaid program for safety net hospitals is slated to be cut by $8 billion. Lawmakers say it could threaten the viability of hospitals and reduce care to those who need it most.

The former CEO of Strava is now a venture chair for Redesign Health, which has launched dozens of companies. He talks about the ingredients for success and some all-too-common mistakes.

Prospect Medical Holdings said it had to take systems offline, and several hospitals cited interruptions to care, including elective surgeries and some outpatient services.

The first person to oversee DEI efforts for the entire system, Cunanan talked with Chief Healthcare Executive about her role, engaging the community, and a mistake to avoid.

Organizations are vying for the same pool of talented professionals. It's important to find the right skills and the right attitude.

Physicians often find gaps in their skills when their careers take them out of patient care.

Lifepoint Health appoints a chief administrative and legal officer, and other leaders take new roles.

Health equity leaders at several hospitals discuss the work to close disparities in outcomes, engage communities, and the need to try new strategies.

A company that provides services to the health plan notified customers of the breach. Plan members are urged to get credit monitoring.

Organizations representing hospitals say they fall short and don’t recognize their higher costs. And there is anger over planned cuts in aid to safety-net hospitals.

More maternity care deserts are emerging, according to a new report from The March of Dimes. The analysis also offers insight into maternity care challenges at the state level.

Juan Mejia, COO of NewYork-Presbyterian’s Lower Manhattan Hospital, talks about fostering belonging, building diversity in the leadership ranks, and planning for the future.

The system is installing metal detectors and giving guards stun guns. Bobby Smallwood, an unarmed security guard, was killed in a maternity unit.

The ratings include more outpatient measures, a greater focus on data, health equity and more. Ben Harder of U.S. News talked with us about the annual rankings.