Last year, several states shifted their certificate-of-need requirements, resulting in significant impacts on the ASC industry, according to VMG Health’s “ASCs in 2024: A Year in Review” report.
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Wegovy linked to increased discontinuations of antihypertensive medications: Study
A new analysis of data from the phase 3 STEP (semaglutide treatment effect in people with obesity) trials shows that adults using Wegovy for obesity treatment were more likely to discontinue or reduce the intensity of their antihypertensive and lipid-l…
The physician workforce crisis: What's coming in the next 5 years
Ten healthcare leaders joined Becker’s to discuss what the physician workforce might look like in five years.
Why Houston Methodist's academic chief is thinking 'decades ahead'
Jenny Chang, MD, stepped into her role as chief academic officer at Houston Methodist in January, but she said she’s been preparing for this position since she was twelve.
Hennepin advances $2.5B renovation plans
Hennepin Healthcare, a Minneapolis-based nonprofit system that operates Hennepin County Medical Center and other county clinics, is moving forward with the next phase of its 10-year, $2.5 billion upgrade to HCMC, The Minnesota Star Tribune reported Feb…
Former pharmacy leader becomes hospital CFO
Orlando Health recently named Jennifer Mojica the CFO of Health Central Hospital in Ocoee, Fla.
AI in action: How 5 health systems are using the technology
Health systems across the U.S. are rapidly adopting artificial intelligence to enhance patient care, streamline operations and reduce administrative burdens.
Mass General Brigham plans layoffs amid projected $250M budget gap
Facing a projected budget gap of $250 million within two years, Somerville, Mass.-based Mass General Brigham said it is “consolidating certain management and administrative positions throughout the system.”
Providence strikes stretch into 5th week: 7 things to know
Providence is entering its fifth week of strikes at facilities in Oregon, as multiple bargaining units represented by the Oregon Nurses Association remain without ratified labor contracts.
Premier Anesthesia expands to Taylor Station Surgery Center
Premier Anesthesia partnered with Columbus, Ohio-based Taylor Station Surgery Center, according to a Feb. 10 news release.
