President Joe Biden plans to nominate Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, MD, to serve as U.S. representative on the executive board of the World Health Organization, the White House said Oct. 4.
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2 gastroenterologists making headlines
Here are two gastroenterologists moves Becker’s has reported on since Sept. 6:
Epic makes ‘significant donation’ to UW Health for nurse pipeline
Wisconsin Medicine, the philanthropic arm of UW Health and University of Wisconsin’s school of medicine and public health, is launching a workforce development initiative led by a “significant donation” from Epic.
Instacart’s medical supply delivery service and 7 more supply chain updates
Here are eight supply chain updates for ASC leaders to know that Becker’s has reported since Sept. 27:
3 HCA Healthcare leaders to know
Here are three major leaders to know from Nashville, Tenn.-based HCA Healthcare, pulled from the company’s website:
Fairview workers reach tentative deal as Allina Health workers continue strike
Members of the Service Employees International Union Healthcare Minnesota and Iowa have reached a tentative agreement with M Health Fairview on a first contract, and union members at Allina Health are on the second day of their three-day strike.
68% of California county physicians aim to leave public employment: survey
Physicians serving medical facilities in Santa Clara County, Calif., are speaking out against county management for the second time this year.
Georgia physician, pharmacist plead guilty to pill mill operation
Atlanta-based former gynecologist Anthony Mills and pharmacist Raphael Ogunsusi have pleaded guilty for their roles in operating a “pill mill” network, the U.S. Justice Department said Oct. 4.
Palomar Health launches nurse advice line for all local residents
Escondido, Calif.-based Palomar Health has debuted an advice line that connects registered nurses with community members in need of guidance and treatment options.
A single health system among 100 big companies with competitive pay
Tech reigns supreme and healthcare providers are scant when it comes to competitive compensation among companies with more than 500 employees, according to workplace review site Comparably’s 6th annual list of Best Companies for Compensation, released …
