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.
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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.
Ace Vision Group appoints 2 executives
Ophthalmic device company Ace Vision Group has appointed John Frantzis as its chief business development officer and Alex Lopez as its chief commercial officer, effective Jan. 19.
New private equity firm to enter cardiology space
Florida-based private equity firm Viper Partners is opening a new mergers and acquisitions department focused on deals in the cardiology space.
Middlesex Hospital reports positive income even in tough operating conditions
Middlesex Hospital recorded its 32nd straight year of positive operating income in fiscal 2022 even as the Middletown, Conn.-based system faced the familiar challenges of supply chain issues and a tight labor market.
