Category: Leadership & Management

Texas hospital official banned from LinkedIn after COVID-19 posts

The elected board member of a Texas hospital has been banned from his LinkedIn account after sharing multiple posts relating to COVID-19, The Texan reported Feb. 10. 

Missouri agencies investigating transgender center at St. Louis hospital

Missouri agencies are investigating whistleblower allegations against the Washington University Transgender Center at St. Louis Children’s Hospital.

HHS releases roadmap out of public health emergency

HHS is planning for the federal COVID-19 public health emergency to end on May 11.

Can US News regain medical schools' favor?

Following law schools’ leads, top medical schools have withdrawn from U.S. News & World Report’s ranking system. Their current plans do not include a rekindling, even if the publication changes its ways — for the most part. 

Hospital leadership post-pandemic — it's personal, says Nebraska children's hospital CEO Chanda Chacon

Many hospital leaders know that one of the keys to success is to surround yourself with smart people — the kind of professionals who help you rise to the occasion and balance out your strengths. 

Championing teams, empowering physicians: 4 healthcare execs' advice

Hospital and health system leaders face a number of challenges in today’s healthcare environment, providing opportunities for learning and gaining insights. With that in mind, Becker’s has asked leaders to share advice for their peers. 

Hospitals urge HHS to use pandemic-era policies as springboard for progress

The American Hospital Association is calling on HHS to ensure a smooth transition for healthcare workers and patients as the nation prepares to end the COVID-19 public health emergency directive in May.

Omaha Children's Hospital won't take a position on gender-affirming care, it says

More than 1,500 people signed an online petition sent to the Omaha (Neb.) Children’s Hospital and Medical Center’s board of directors, asking them to oppose a bill that would block gender-affirming care for the state’s minors, the Nebraska Examiner rep…

Newsweek's best workplaces for diversity include over 100 hospitals, health systems

A number of hospitals and health systems were recently recognized among “America’s Greatest Workplaces 2023 for Diversity” by Newsweek.

Bragging at work has its benefits

Nobody wants to be seen as a “bragger,” but it is important to advocate for oneself and take credit on the job, The Wall Street Journal reported.