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Personal, family time higher priority for younger physicians
A vast majority of physicians 45 and under (78%) believe that it is very important to prioritize personal and family time amid busy work schedules, according to Medscape’s 2024 “Physician Lifestyle and Happiness Report,” published Feb. 13.
Jefferson cardiologist dies in car accident
Santosh Gupta-Bala, MD, 64, a cardiologist at Jefferson Health in Philadelphia, has died after her car rolled over her in the driveway of her home, according to a Feb. 12 report from Around Ambler.
Cleveland medical office building sells
The 86,000-square-foot University Hospitals Wellness Campus medical office building in Mentor, Ohio, has sold, according to a Feb. 14 report from Commercial Property Executive.
ASC leaders lean into spine for growth opportunities
Outpatient spine surgery’s popularity has skyrocketed in recent years.
UC Davis performs world's 1st case with new biopsy device
The endoscopy team at UC Davis Health in Sacramento have completed the world’s first endoscopic, ultrasound-guided core biopsy of a pancreatic tumor with a new device.
3 physician-led anesthesia supergroups to know
Here are three physician-led anesthesia groups to know:
What NPs earn per hour in all 50 states
Although the national average hourly pay for nurse practitioners is $59.94, that number could be more than 20% greater — or 20% less — depending on the state one practices in, according to the most recent Bureau of Labor Statistics employment survey.
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9 anesthesiology updates ACS leaders should know
Here are nine headlines on anesthesiology the ASC industry should know, as reported by Becker’s since Jan. 3:
How physicians are taking charge of their mental health
The most common thing physicians do to maintain their mental and physical health is spend time with friends and family, according to a recent survey by Medscape.
CMS' final interoperability, prior authorization rules: What to know
Last month, CMS published its Interoperability and Prior Authorization final rule, which applies to Medicare Advantage organizations, state Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program plans, Medicaid managed care plans, CHIP managed care entities …
