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Patients who underwent a thrombectomy fared better than those who had standard care, a recent study found. The findings offer new insights that could save lives, an Ascension researcher says.

Health systems can avoid conflict in choosing leaders. Rick Gundling of HFMA talks with Chief Healthcare Executive about searching for executives, nurturing talent and planning for the future.

Lawmakers have approved legislation that would give the state’s attorney general more authority on hospital consolidations. Sanford and Fairview are planning to create a system with over 50 hospitals.

The organization offers resources in screening for the social drivers of health. Gary Price, the foundation's president, talked with Chief Healthcare Executive about assessing patients and getting them help.

The Association of American Medical Colleges says improving diversity is critical to training doctors and improving public health.

The leaders of Dartmouth Health, MaineHealth and the University of Vermont Health Network outline the perilous road for rural health systems.

His new startup aims to make it easier for healthcare organizations to recruit the pros they need. He talked with Chief Healthcare Executive about the company and the changing role of IT.

MaineHealth names the system's first chief medical and transformation officer, Baptist Health in Florida names a quality officer, and other leaders take new roles.

Thousands were slated to walk out next week, but the two sides have come to a tentative agreement.

The system hopes the facilities will be open within 18-24 months. WellSpan says if these prove to be successful, it could look to add more small hospitals.

Health systems and advocacy groups say the low supplies are leading to delays in treatments and are endangering patients.

A new report examining health insurance data finds sharp increases in emergency department visits, suicidal ideation and admissions for anxiety.

Most Americans say the healthcare system is overwhelming and time-consuming. Patients say they want more time with providers and find it too difficult to get appointments.

Healthcare leaders applauded the choice of Monica Bertagnolli, who has been leading the National Cancer Institute. She recently disclosed her own diagnosis of breast cancer.

The workers say they are fighting for better wages and staffing. The company says it’s making preparations if a strike occurs.

The organization, formed by some of America’s top health systems, is providing more insights on the social determinants of health. Charlotte Baker of Truveta talks about how data can close disparities.

The company has been notifying those affected. PharMerica says it isn’t aware of any identity theft or fraud.

RaDonda Vaught was sentenced to probation in a highly watched case. Nursing leaders denounced her conviction and warned it sends a chilling message.

The specimen supply chain needs to go beyond reacting to orders and accurately anticipate demand. The industry is just starting to do this, and artificial intelligence is the key.

CommonSpirit Health announces a new chief strategy officer, Texas Children's Hospital is seeking a new president for the first time in decades, and other leaders take new roles.

The White House has issued a national strategy and authorities are going after bad actors. But federal officials are asking questions about what health systems are doing to protect themselves.

A federal judge in Texas struck down the provision in the Affordable Care Act. Several advocacy groups filed a brief urging the court to issue a partial stay while the legal battle plays out.

With the federal emergency designation disappearing, health systems will see changes in funding and an end to some policies that had given providers more flexibility.

A new study examines how the ransomware attack led to higher volume at surrounding hospitals. The authors say hospitals must develop emergency plans to respond to attacks.

A new AMA analysis finds nearly half of all physicians age 55 and over have faced a lawsuit. Women doctors are less likely to be sued, the report said.

Most hospitals fared well, but there was a wide range in performance and risk of complications. Brad Bowman, chief medical officer of Healthgrades, talks about the inaugural report card.

The American Psychological Association issued a list of recommendations for parents to monitor their kids’ use of social media and if it’s leading to potentially harmful behavior.

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends women should start screenings at age 40. But some say the panel should have called for women to get mammograms every year.

By involving clinicians at the beginning of the process, health systems can potentially improve patient care and reduce costs.

Most states have passed laws in recent years directing hospitals to foster more communication with caregivers. Researchers say those policies should prompt hospitals to consider more collaboration.