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Dr. Ann Ouelette operates on NBA player Tyler Herro at Doctors Hospital ASC
Ann Ouelette, MD, performed hand surgery on Tyler Herro of the Miami Heat at Florida-based Doctors Hospital ASC on April 21.
'We're going to fight like hell': Colorado West CEO on adapting as an independent hospital
To some healthcare leaders, the idea of physical therapists staffing a hospital kitchen may seem like a step backward. However, this is just one change Chris Thomas, CEO of Colorado West Healthcare System in Grand Junction, made that paid off during hi…
US Digestive Health unveils new GI office
Exton, Pa.-based US Digestive Health has opened a new gastroenterology office in Collegeville, Pa.
3 states seeking fewer regulations for nurse practitioners
The following are states pursuing legislation that would lessen restrictions for nurse practitioners that Becker’s has covered since Feb. 27:
Top 5 ASC companies by market share in 2023
Around 30 percent of freestanding ASCs are owned and operated by chains, according to the VMG Health 2023 Healthcare M&A Report.
What's next for minimally invasive gastroenterology procedures?
New gastroenterology therapies and procedures come to light every year, but their receptions vary.
Michigan nurse practitioner bill will improve care access, NP org president says
Michigan legislators have recently introduced a bill that would allow nurse practitioners to practice with fewer restrictions.
Connecticut Children's physician awarded $14M for Crohn's disease research
Jeffrey Hyams, MD, of Connecticut Children’s Medical Center in Hartford, has been given $14 million for his research in Crohn’s disease, WTNH reported April 20.
Specialty physicians cut from Indiana noncompete ban bill
Indiana’s house of representatives have voted in favor of a noncompete ban bill for only primary care physicians, excluding specialty physicians, IndyStar reported April 21.
5 leaders' thoughts on staffing challenges in the ASC industry
When it comes to staffing challenges, there’s no magic bullet.
