A urologist who practiced at prominent New York City hospitals was arrested April 11 on allegations of yearslong sexual abuse of patients.
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Joint Commission issues safety alert on preventing surgical burns
In a quick safety advisory published April 10, The Joint Commission shared recommendations on how to prevent light source-related burns that can occur during laparoscopic or arthroscopic procedures.
March inflation measure cools
Inflation, as measured by the consumer price index, rose by 5 percent year-over-year, down from 6 percent in January, CNN reported April 12.
Novant Health Cancer Institute announces 1st endowed chair
Charlotte, N.C.-based Novant Health established its first endowed chair at the Novant Health Cancer Institute and announced its inaugural physician.
Nickalus Children's creates 'undiagnosed diseases clinic'
Miami-based Nicklaus Children’s Hospital launched the Undiagnosed Diseases Clinic.
Texas health system CEO stepping down
Mike Geeslin, president and CEO of Austin, Texas-based Central Health, plans to depart Travis County’s healthcare district by year’s end.
Workers to rally at HCA headquarters over staffing
Service Employees International Union members plan to rally April 19 at HCA Healthcare’s headquarters in Nashville, Tenn., over what they allege is a staffing crisis at the for-profit hospital operator, according to a news release shared with Becker’s.
Illinois hospital restores critical IT systems after cyberattack
Rushville, Ill.-based Culbertson Memorial Hospital has fully restored its IT systems after a cyberattack forced the hospital to go offline, The Record reported April 11.
Providence to end labor, delivery services at California hospital
Providence said it is ending labor and delivery at Petaluma (Calif.) Valley Hospital effective May 1 until further notice, The Press Democrat reported April 11.
DISC Surgery Center recognized for complex spine outcomes
DISC Surgery Center at Newport Beach (Calif.) was recognized by the Validation Institute for its complex spine outcomes.
