June 1st 2023
More young people are having bariatric surgeries. The American Academy of Pediatrics has called for more access to the procedure for kids and teens struggling with obesity.
Up to 250,000 deaths tied to incorrect E.R. diagnosis, study finds; critics say research is flawed
December 20th 2022Patient advocates said the federal report should be used to drive meaningful change. Emergency medicine groups faulted the study and said it will deter people from going to the hospital.
Inside Intermountain Healthcare’s $600M campaign to reimagine pediatric care
December 13th 2022The system aims to expand options at its children's hospital and provide more care for kids in their communities. Katy Welkie and David Flood of Intermountain talked with Chief Healthcare Executive about the effort.
Hospitals improved patient safety in past decade, but much work remains, Leapfrog Group says
November 16th 2022The watchdog organization released its fall 2022 Hospital Safety Grades, and it’s the 10th year of the group’s report cards. Hospitals made great strides before the COVID-19 pandemic, but gains have been lost.