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Dr. Hetal Karsan tapped for American College of Gastroenterology leadership role

Hetal Karsan, MD, has been elected as the newest governor of Georgia for the American College of Gastroenterology. 

How do physicians really feel about private practice?

From the pros of independence to the cons of less financial stability, private practice can be a divisive topic among physicians and executives. 

The top states in the US in 11 categories

From the top state for healthcare to the top state for nurses, here are the top-ranked states in 11 different categories for 2023: 

The obstacle stifling ASC growth

Certificate-of-need laws vary by state and consequently can have a huge impact on ASC development in each region.

3 moves disrupting physicians

Here are three moves that could disrupt physicians that Becker’s has reported on since May 23:

'Not much squeezing left to be done': Why ASC reimbursements need to increase

Some leaders believe payers will be forced to increase ASC reimbursements as they become more lucrative amid healthcare’s shift to value-based care. 

Tennessee physician convicted of unlawfully distributing opioids

A Tennessee osteopath has been convicted for unlawfully distributing controlled substances, including opioids.

Orlando Health opens advanced cardiac facility

Orlando Health has opened its newest facility in The Villages, Fla., a cardiac care facility that will focus on diagnostics, treatment and preventive care. 

Physician shot, injured at Texas medical office building

A physician was shot and injured inside of a Cedar Hill, Texas-based medical office building at the Methodist Family Health Center, according to a July 26 report from CBS News Texas. 

North Georgia Eye Associates becomes 1st in state to use Ally laser

Ophthalmologists at North Georgia Eye Associates became the first in the state to utilize the Ally Adaptive Cataract Treatment System.