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Arizona hospital taps former Lifepoint leader as CFO
Sierra Vista, Ariz.-based Canyon Vista Medical Center has tapped Erika Wier as CFO, effective immediately.
The competitive physician recruitment market: 5 trends
Both physician recruiting and compensation have become more competitive as market disruptors have entered the field, according to AMN Healthcare’s “Review of Physician and Advanced Practitioner Recruiting Incentives,” published Aug. 5
VA's Oracle Health EHR sees 826 'major performance incidents'
From October 2020 and March 2024, the VA’s Oracle Health EHR system experienced 826 “major performance incidents,” a Sept. 23 report from the VA’s inspector general office found.
Top 10 universities for cardiology: US News
Cambridge, Mass.-based Harvard University topped U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 list of the best universities for cardiac and cardiovascular systems in the U.S.
Hospital nurse turnover, vacancy rates by year
Nurse turnover and vacancy rates have declined since their pandemic-era peaks but remain elevated, according to data from the “2024 NSI National Health Care Retention & RN Staffing Report.”
Atrium Health phishing attack affects 32,120 individuals
The April 29 email phishing campaign that compromised employee email accounts at Charlotte, N.C.-based Atrium Health affected 32,120 individuals.
10 health systems with boosted outlooks
Here are 10 health systems that recently had their outlooks upgraded by Fitch Ratings or Moody’s Investors Service.
Northwell's 'leading market share position' helps secure 'A-' rating — 6 things to know
New Hyde Park, N.Y.-based Northwell Health had its issuer default rating and revenue bond ratings affirmed at “A-” due to its “leading market share position” in a large and competitive area where it has an expansive presence with acute care and a…
From lifeguard to CEO: How a first job sparked a passion for safety
Jose Acevedo, MD, president and CEO of Geneva, N.Y.-based UR Medicine Finger Lakes Health, has been in his role for more than 14 years, but his passion for saving lives began when he was just 18 years old during his first job as a lifeguard.
8 drugs now in shortage
Here are eight new drug shortages to know, according to databases compiled by the FDA and the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists:
