Category: ROOT

HaysMed files counterclaim against physician over noncompete 

Hays (Kan.) Medical Center has filed a counterclaim against general surgeon Jerod Grove, MD, who sued the hospital alleging that a noncompete clause in his employment contract unlawfully restricts him from practicing medicine in western Kansas. 

Atlantic Health CEO's story of growth

Over the past decade, Brian Gragnolati has overseen significant growth at Morristown, N.J.-based Atlantic Health System.

Nicklaus Children's Hospital, Ryan Seacrest Foundation team up

Nicklaus Children’s Hospital in Miami has been selected by the Ryan Seacrest Foundation to host its newest Seacrest Studio, a facility designed to provide pediatric patients with interactive experiences in radio, television, and new media.

Physician practice costs keep climbing 

Physician practice costs have steadily climbed throughout 2024 and show no signs of slowing as the new year approaches.

Physician practice costs keep climbing 

Physician practice costs have steadily climbed throughout 2024 and show no signs of slowing as the new year approaches.

Children's Hospital Colorado fined $548K for HIPAA violations

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights has levied a $548,265 fine against Aurora-based Children’s Hospital Colorado for violating HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules.

Northwestern Medicine's operating margin dips to 3.6% in FY 2024

Chicago-based Northwestern Medicine posted an operating income of $339.7 million (3.6% margin) for the fiscal year ending Aug. 31, down slightly from a $366.1 million (4.2% margin) operating gain in the previous fiscal year. 

Ohio hospital adds cardiologist

Henry County Hospital in Napoleon, Ohio, has added cardiologist Tarif Kanaan, MD, to its medical team, the Northwest Signal reported Dec. 5. 

How physicians are using AI

Nearly half (43%) of medical practices in the U.S. have been using AI at work for over a year, according to Medscape’s 2024 “Early Successes, Untapped Potential, Lingering Questions: AI Adoption in Healthcare Report,” published Dec. 6. 

UC San Diego Health taps physician group CFO

UC San Diego Health has named Chantelle Venter CFO of its physicians group, according to a post on her LinkedIn page.