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The pros and cons of 'CEO lifers'

CEOs who ascend from entry-level positions to the top role, known as “CEO lifers,” offer distinct advantages and risks to organizations, according to an Oct. 27 report from the Financial Times.

Dignity taps CEO of 2 California hospitals

Simon Ratliff has been appointed president and CEO of Dignity Health Mercy Hospitals in Bakersfield, Calif.

What it means to change workplace culture, per 1 Avera CEO

While Debbie Streier has been with Sioux Falls, S.D.-based Avera Health for 24 years, she was new to the staff when she became regional president and CEO of Avera Marshall (Minn.) Regional Medical Center in 2021.

8 health systems newly approved for 'hospital at home'

Even as uncertainty lingers over continued reimbursement for hospital-at-home care, health systems continue to pursue the care model.

Essentia Minnesota workers begin 5-day strike: 7 notes

Workers at Essentia Health-Deer River (Minn.) began a five-day strike Nov. 4.

NC system appoints chief culture, equity, and belonging officer

Joseph Hill was named chief culture, equity, and belonging officer at Greensboro, N.C.-based Cone Health.

The future of FDA's medical device unit: 4 notes

As advancements in medical technology become more integrated into patient care, the regulation of these devices has come under increasing scrutiny, The New York Times reported Nov. 1. 

Kaiser Permanente suffers data breach

An unauthorized individual gained access to the email accounts of two employees at Kaiser Permanente in Oakland, Calif., the health system announced in a notice on Nov. 1.

5 healthcare ballot measures

The 2024 election is expected to prompt significant health policy changes in the U.S., including on issues such as abortion, drug prices and Medicaid.

Why Judy Faulkner believes in 'yin-yang' leadership

Epic founder and CEO Judy Faulkner says effective leadership teams typically consist of people who balance each other out.