Nurses at Wichita, Kan.-based Ascension Via Christi St. Francis are raising safety concerns about the hospital’s security measures after a man was accused of entering the hospital and raping three patients, KWCH reported June 23.
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Cancer care startup to lay off employees
Flatiron Health, a cancer software company based in New York City, will lay off 39 employees due to economic hardships Flatiron is experiencing.
Tenet taps AmerisourceBergen exec to succeed retiring CFO
Sun Park will assume the role of CFO at Dallas-based Tenet Healthcare in 2024 following the retirement of Dan Cancelmi.
Average American to spend $157K on healthcare through retirement
The average 65-year-old enrolled in Medicare and retiring this year can expect to pay $157,500 in healthcare costs over the course of their retirement, according to Fidelity Investments’ annual estimate.
'Feeling like a cog in a factory': 8 leaders on what frustrates physicians
The sources of physicians’ frustration the last few years have been numerous, from administrative burdens to strained relationships with patients to dwindling autonomy.
Missouri hospital downgraded two notches as financial flexibility remains weak
Marshall, Mo.-based John Fitzgibbon Memorial Hospital has seen its ratings downgraded to “CCC” from “B-,” according to a June 22 Fitch Ratings note.
Transforming healthcare with AI: The future is here
Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing the healthcare industry, improving operational efficiency, patient care, and overall outcomes. Health systems most likely to survive are building robust AI strategies alongside industry leading partners.
Oracle Cerner asks to preserve $1B in tax incentives in Kansas City
Oracle Cerner said it plans to grow its workforce in Kansas City, Mo., after asking for potential tax breaks at its campus there, Kansas City Business Journal reported June 22.
Wisconsin hospital at capacity, plans expansion
Froedtert Hospital’s new parking structure represents the first step of the hospital’s expansion plans, CEO Cathy Jacobson told the Milwaukee Business Journal June 22.
Flagstaff hospital project delayed 9 months as build expected to start in February
Northern Arizona Healthcare’s $800 million hospital project is above its original budget amid significant delays in the start of construction, according to a June 22 Arizona Daily Sun report.
