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3 big noncompete ban wins for physicians
In January, the Federal Trade Commission proposed a rule that would ban noncompete contracts nationwide. Eighty-seven percent of physicians support the rule, according to a report from Doximity.
New York 1 step closer to banning noncompetes
On June 20, the New York State Legislature passed a bill aiming to stop employers from entering into noncompete agreements with their employees, according to a June 26 post from JD Supra.
From patient care to workforce management: 49 healthcare leaders share the best part about their jobs
From improving the lives of patients to creating a healthy and cohesive workplace, 49 healthcare leaders — including surgeons, CEOs, administrators and more — told Becker’s the best part about their jobs.
Who is acquiring the vast majority of physician practices?
Private equity has been the largest acquirer of private physician practices over the last five years, according to 2023 data from the American Hospital Association.
Colorado campus housing SCA Health ASC sold
The Englewood, Colo.-based Dry Creek Medical Campus, which is anchored by a full-service ASC leased to Englewood-based Orthopedic Centers of Colorado in partnership with Deerfield, Ill.-based SCA Health, has sold to Remedy Medical Properties and Kayne …
Plans for New Hampshire ASC gain approval
A new surgery center has been approved for development at Pease International Tradeport in New Hampshire, Seacoastonline reported June 26.
Maine physician sues over firing from medical board post
Former Maine state medical board administrator Brenda Gowesky, MD, alleges in a lawsuit that a whistleblower complaint she made against her former employer caused her to be fired from the agency, Medscape reported June 26.
Integrating dynamic technology into your ASC
During the session at the 20th Annual Spine, Orthopedic + Pain Management-Driven ASC Conference, Dr. James Chen, a private practice surgeon specializing in hip and knee replacements, introduced himself and discussed the importance of using technology t…
Deal killers: how to avoid the pitfalls of a transaction
On Thursday, June 15th, 2023, the 20th Annual Spine, Orthopedic + Pain Management-Driven ASC Conference hosted the session titled “Deal Killers – How to Avoid the Pitfalls of a Transaction.” The session aimed to address some of the most critical and co…
How much money do physicians need to require comfortably in every state?
Hawaii is the most expensive state for physicians to retire in, costing retirees nearly $100,000 a year to live comfortably, according to 2023 data from the World Population Review.
