Category: Leadership & Management

Health systems elevate CTOs

Health systems are appointing and elevating chief transformation officers to lead growth strategies and change management efforts.

Rhode Island system workers vote 'no confidence' in management

In the wake of physician resignations, some employees with Wakefield, R.I.-based South County Health have taken a “no confidence” vote in management, according to ABC affiliate WLNE.

How a Chicago CEO kept a community hospital afloat

When Guy Medgalia led the separation of St. Anthony Hospital from St. Louis-based Ascension in 2010, many warned it would result in closure.

Millennials to outnumber Gen X in leadership: LinkedIn

Millennials are on pace to outnumber Generation X in leadership roles by 2025, according to a September report from LinkedIn.

California system CEO envisions diversified revenue stream

Todd Suntrapak, president and CEO of Valley Children’s Healthcare in Madera, Calif., knows the importance of developing new and reliable funding sources to achieve financial stability in the long term. That’s why he is passionate about “outside-the-hea…

Why Ascension turned to other industries for patient listening models

Carol Campbell spent more than 20 years at the Walt Disney Co. and Delta Air Lines before joining Ascension in 2022. Her background in consumer experience helped launch the system’s listening approach to capture real-time patient feedback and drive car…

How 3 CEOs build relationships with staff

As healthcare leaders navigate industry challenges, some hospital and health system CEOs have found creative ways to connect with their staff, including the use of new technologies.

3 areas where healthcare leaders see AI's potential

Hospital and health system leaders have pointed to ethical and regulatory concerns as among the challenges posed by AI integration in healthcare. But where do leaders see the most potential in operational efficiency and reducing caregiver burnout?

From lifeguard to CEO: How a first job sparked a passion for safety

Jose Acevedo, MD, president and CEO of Geneva, N.Y.-based UR Medicine Finger Lakes Health, has been in his role for more than 14 years, but his passion for saving lives began when he was just 18 years old during his first job as a lifeguard.

10 fastest-growing C-suite skills

Soft skills are becoming more prominent in executive leaders’ LinkedIn profiles, according to a recent report.