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The high cost of gastroenterologist turnover

With the U.S. facing a projected shortage of 1,630 gastroenterologists by 2025, healthcare leaders are increasingly focused on recruitment challenges and costs.

Robotic surgery to boom in ASC setting

Artificial intelligence and surgical robots are at the forefront of conversations surrounding the future of medicine. 

RWJBarnabas outpatient center to open

West Orange, N.J.-based RWJBarnabas’ Ambulatory Medical Pavilion will open to patients April 1. 

Colorado cardiologist loses medical license following 158-year prison sentence

Colorado cardiologist Stephen Matthews has permanently lost his medical license after being sentenced to 158 years in prison, according to a March 4 report from CBS News.

4 states where malpractice law could change

Here are five states that are in the process of proposing or debating legislation surrounding malpractice reform in 2025:

How AI is revolutionizing cardiology in underserved communities

Rural communities are often underserved compared to their urban counterparts, but AI and new screening technologies are changing the narrative.

Atlanta hospital launches new cardiac procedure

Atlanta-based Northside Hospital Heart Institute implemented a new minimally invasive procedure.

The 5 highest-paid HCA executives in 2024

 Three of the five highest-paid executives of Nashville, Tenn.-based HCA Healthcare saw pay jumps in 2024, according to a proxy statement filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. 

8 things to know about updated colonoscopy bowel prep guidelines

The U.S. Multi-Society Task Force on Colorectal Cancer has released updated guidelines for improved bowel preparations before colonoscopies, published by the American Journal of Managed Care March 4. 

The make-or-break factors in ASC, hospital deals

As healthcare consolidation accelerates, ASCs and hospitals are increasingly looking to collaborate on partnerships and joint ventures to spark mutual growth.