Healthcare organizations in South Dakota are criticizing a recent proposal from Gov. Kristi Noem to cut state funding for medical residency programs, saying such a move could further exacerbate physician shortages.
Cleveland Clinic announced plans to eliminate 114 administrative positions across various nonclinical areas, a move the health system described as a “difficult decision” prompted by ongoing financial pressures.
The CDC is reporting a peak in respiratory illnesses across the U.S., with COVID-19, influenza and respiratory syncytial virus driving rising emergency department visits and test positivity rates.
A bill introduced in the Vermont state Senate by Sen. Tanya Vyhovsky on Jan. 24 would cap compensation for hospital executives and clinical leadership.
Leanne Yanni, MD, has been appointed president and CEO of Illinois physician enterprise for Springfield, Ill.-based Hospital Sisters Health System, effective March 17.
Taylor Eighmy, PhD, president of The University of Texas at San Antonio, has been appointed acting president of The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio as the two organizations prepare for their anticipated merger.