Category: Featured

Maritime supply chain disruptions: 5 notes

The maritime supply chain, which accounts for 80% of global trade volume, is facing several risks from geopolitical tensions and extreme weather, according to the Center for Strategic and International Studies. 

Audit of Optum finds potential legal violations, lower payments to independent pharmacies

A recent audit of healthcare giant Optum, revealed it may have violated Mississippi law, the Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal reported Nov. 8.

Pennsylvania gastroenterology chief dies at 80

Harvey Lefton, MD, a gastroenterologist with a career spanning more than 55 years, died on Nov. 5 at 80, according to his obituary.

UAB's Virtual World: Pioneering a New Era in Critical Care through Tele-ICU, Virtual Nursing, and Virtual Sitters

Abstract:
The healthcare industry is undergoing a profound transformation, with virtual technologies playing a pivotal role in enhancing patient care, staff efficiency, and cost savings. The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) stands at the fore…

Michigan system opens new outpatient facility

UP Health System—Marquette (Mich.) held a ribbon-cutting for its new medical office building, according to a Nov. 7 report from TV6. 

2 hospital, system bankruptcies in 1 week

As financial pressures continue across the healthcare industry, more hospitals and health systems are turning to Chapter 11 protection to ensure financial stability and uninterrupted patient care.

What a Trump presidency means for physicians: 13 leaders weigh in

Donald Trump was elected the 47th president of the United States on Nov. 6, and 12 leaders joined Becker’s to discuss what this could mean for physicians.  

The value of virtual care: 5 things to know

Telehealth doesn’t increase the prevalence of low-value care, a new study found.

Amazon vs. Microsoft cloud with Epic: 6 notes

Health systems are beginning to transition their IT organizations to the cloud, with two of the most common options being AWS and Microsoft Azure.

Astrana Health to acquire part of Prospect Health for $745M: 5 things to know

Alhambra, Calif.-based Astrana Health has entered into a $745 million definitive agreement to acquire certain assets and businesses from Los Angeles-based Prospect Health System.