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Why patients aren't getting screened for GI cancer

Fear and anxiety may be the key reasons why patients are choosing not to undergo screenings for colorectal cancer. 

Annual visits get a makeover: 3 systems' approach

Research over the last several decades has shown that the value of a traditional annual physician exam is relatively low. But healthcare systems are rethinking that stance — not by returning to the traditional model, but by redesigning it entirely.

Fenway Health names CFO

Boston-based Fenway Health has named Jason Levy CFO, effective March 3. 

'Virtual care or no care:' How Sanford and Providence are meeting patient needs

As health systems navigate workforce shortages and increasing patient demand, Providence and Sanford Health are leaning on virtual care as a tool to enhance access, improve outcomes and streamline care delivery.

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.

5 hospital closures in February 

Here’s five hospitals Becker’s has reported on closing since Feb. 1:

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…

New York state senator introduces bill to ban noncompetes

New York state Sen. Paul Ryan has introduced a bill that expands upon a 2023 proposal to ban most noncompete agreements in the state. 

5 year growth of the 5 biggest ASC companies

The ASC industry has seen significant shifts over the past five years, with ASC giants like United Surgical Partners International nearly doubling its portfolio since 2019.