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US Heart & Vascular expands into third state, partners with Kansas cardiology practice

Nashville-based US Heart & Vascular announced a partnership with Wichita-based Heartland Cardiology, marking its first expansion into Kansas.

5 common daily mistakes that can hurt ASCs

There are five common pitfalls medical practices encounter daily that can decrease the odds for success and profitability, according to an April 19 report from Medscape.

8 things to know about healthcare billionaires in 2023

Over 50 billionaires who made their fortune in healthcare have been named to Forbes’ 2023 list of global billionaires. 

Top-paying states for anesthesiologists | 2023

The average annual salary for anesthesiologists is $302,970, according to April 25 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics occupational employment statistics survey. 

Top paying states for ophthalmologists | 2023

The mean annual salary for ophthalmologists is $265,450, according to April 25 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics occupational employment statistics survey. 

Ryan Reynolds, Rob McElhenney's colonoscopy video wins international award

A video showcasing actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney’s getting colonoscopies has received an award from the 27th annual Webby Awards, an international award honoring internet-based excellence, CTV News Vancouver reported April 26.

USPI continuing to carry Tenet's growth: 6 earnings call notes

Dallas-based United Surgical Partners International is continuing to grow, with $340 million in adjusted earnings in the first quarter, according to an April 25 earnings call from Tenet, USPI’s parent company, as transcribed by Seeking Alpha. 

100+ stats on physician pay 

Here are more than 100 statistics on physician pay, pulled from Doximity’s 2023 “Physician Compensation Report” and Medscape’s “Physician Compensation Report” for 2023.

10 private equity giants behind the ASC industry

Private equity has seen a huge growth opportunity in the ASC industry and the specialties the facilities offer, including gastroenterology and ophthalmology. 

US News expands Doctor Finder tool

U.S. News & World Report has added a new information feature, areas of expertise, to its Doctor Finder tool for patients.