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U of Iowa plans new primary care services in underserved section of Iowa City

University of Iowa Health Care plans to add primary care services in an underserved area of Iowa City, adding to its more than $1 billion in new construction projects.

The discrepancies behind recent COVID-19 hospitalization, death data

Holiday disruptions are likely behind discrepancies in COVID-19 data that have emerged in the last few weeks, according to health experts. The nation’s daily average for hospitalizations has fallen by about 15 percent over the last two weeks, data from…

Blue Eye submucosal injection agent cleared by FDA

The Blue Eye submucosal injection agent has received FDA clearance and is now available in the U.S.

Demand for anesthesia providers is growing as reimbursement is shrinking, says NorthStar Anesthesia CEO

Ambulatory surgical centers have seen a steep rise in popularity since the pandemic — and with more places to have surgery  comes a large need for anesthesiologists at these facilities. 

HCA Florida hospital names CEO

Cathy Edmisten, RN, has been tapped for CEO of HCA Florida South Shore Hospital in Sun City Center. 

Abortion pill access scuffles: 4 recent updates

After the FDA allowed some retail pharmacies to dispense medication abortion pill mifepristone and CVS and Walgreens said they’re filling out the application, multiple states are either further restricting or expanding access. 

3 leadership changes from Mass General Brigham

Boston-based Mass General Brigham has made three leadership changes within its enterprise, the health system shared with Becker’s. 

Physician sues American Medical Association for defamation, conspiracy

Physician Willarda Edwards, MD, ran a 2022 campaign to become the American Medical Association’s second Black female president, according to a Jan. 19 report from Medscape. Now, she is suing the organization for defamation and conspiracy. 

University Gastroenterology taps Dr. Eric Newton as president

Rhode Island’s largest gastroenterology group, University Gastroenterology, has named Eric Newton, MD, as its next president, according to a Jan. 19 press release sent to Becker’s. 

Covenant High Plains Surgery Center wins 'best ASC' award 2nd year in a row

Lubbock, Texas-based Covenant High Plains Surgery Center has been recognized as the best outpatient surgery center in its region for the second year in a row in the annual “Best of the West” event, an award granted by regional news station KCBD.