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Inside the C-suite role securing key funding for health systems
While philanthropy plays a significant role in hospitals and health systems, its presence at the C-suite level remains less common.
12 health systems back AI 'nutrition labels'
Twelve health systems are backing the Coalition for Health AI’s (CHAI) Applied Model Cards, commonly referred to as AI “nutrition labels.”
Children's National is expanding innovation beyond research, CSO says
Donna Anthony began serving as senior vice president and chief strategy officer at Children’s National Hospital Feb. 19, following three years as the organization’s chief of staff where she said she built the relationships and consensus needed to navig…
Alabama hospital CNO named to dual role as COO
Gina Anderson, BSN, was appointed COO of Jackson Hospital in Montgomery, Ala., after serving in the interim role, according to a Feb. 27 statement posted on the hospital’s Facebook page.
A hospital role that cuts ED patient walkouts
Guest service ambassadors in emergency departments reduced the rate of patients leaving without being seen, especially in minority racial groups, a recent study found.
Alabama hospital names new CIO
Jackson Hospital and Clinic, based in Montgomery, Ala., has appointed a new CIO, Alabama Political Reporter reported Feb. 28.
California hospital settles ransomware attack lawsuit for $650K
Stockton, Calif.-based Dameron Hospital has agreed to a $650,000 settlement for a class-action lawsuit over a 2023 cyberattack.
Flu shot effectiveness this season: 4 key takeaways
Preliminary estimates show the flu vaccine was up to 55% effective at preventing hospitalizations among adults this season, according to a Feb. 27 CDC report.
The ROI on virtual nursing at Akron Children's
Akron (Ohio) Children’s Hospital has saved 2,000 hours for bedside nurses after rolling out virtual nursing to five units recently.
Iowa children's hospital earmarks $52.5M to replace windows
On Feb. 27, the Iowa Board of Regents approved the University of Iowa’s proposed project budget increase, from $45 million to $52.5 million, to replace a hospital’s windows.
