Heitham Hassoun, MD, began his career as a vascular surgeon, excelling in academic medicine and earning numerous accolades. Yet, despite his success, he felt an undeniable pull toward international medicine — a shift many considered risky.
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Illinois hospital CEO stepping down
Beth King is stepping down as CEO of JCH HealthCare, which manages the 67-bed Jersey Community Hospital in Jerseyville, Ill., according to a health system news release shared with Becker’s.
High-acuity procedures on the move: 10 things to know
The continued migration of higher-acuity procedures from HOPDs to ASCs accelerated throughout 2024, according to VMG Health’s “ASCs in 2024: A Year in Review” report.
The staff needs hospitals didn't expect
Amid systems ramping up their retention strategies has come an increased focus on improving the work environment. In some cases, this means tweaking the small things.
A growing battleground for health systems
As healthcare continues to shift outpatient, hospitals and health systems are increasingly acquiring urgent care centers to strengthen their market positions and meet rising demand for convenient, cost-effective care.
Fraudulent clinic owner sentenced to 25 years
A former clinic owner has been sentenced eight and one-third to 25 years in prison for orchestrating a multimillion-dollar Medicaid fraud scheme involving unnecessary medical tests.
CMS' ASC inflation roller coaster: 10 years of updates
The net inflation adjustment for ASCs is 2.9% in 2024, nearly a full percentage point higher than the average since 2023, according to the VMG Health 2025 Healthcare M&A Report.
5 biggest ASC companies by market share in 2025
Around 33.5% of freestanding ASCs are owned and operated by chains, according to the VMG Health 2025 Healthcare M&A Report.
Physicians depart Florida medical group amid 'restructuring'
Tallahassee (Fla.) Primary Care Associates, a nearly 40-provider group, is undergoing significant “restructuring and changes,” leading to the departure of several physicians and the closure of certain ancillary services, according to a Jan. 29 news rel…
10 priorities for healthcare CEOs in 2025
Healthcare CEOs are prioritizing collaboration, health equity and workforce development in 2025, according to insights from executive search firm WittKieffer, as outlined in a Feb. 5 article.
