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Vandalism delays CommonSpirit hospital construction

A vandalism incident has delayed the completion of the future Trinity Health System hospital in St. Clairsville, Ohio, The Times Leader reported Feb. 11.

1989 rule blocks Missouri hospital from level 3 trauma status

A hospital in Kansas City, Mo., is battling a rule from 1989 that is hindering its ability to become a level 3 trauma center, NBC affiliate KSHB 41 reported Feb. 10. 

Metabolic surgery may help treat liver scarring: Cleveland Clinic study

There has never been an effective therapy to reduce major adverse liver outcomes in some patients with severe liver scarring — though a recent Cleveland Clinic-led study shows promise. 

1 month in, UMass Memorial facility lights 'new beacon' of care

Since opening nearly one month ago, Worcester, Mass.-based UMass Memorial Medical Center’s 72-bed North Pavilion facility has worked to support community care needs and improve both the patient and caregiver experience.

Indiana system revives bid for HCA hospital

Terre Haute, Ind.-based Union Health has submitted a new Certificate of Public Advantage application to acquire Terre Haute Regional Hospital, a 278-bed facility operated by Nashville, Tenn.-based HCA Healthcare. 

Nebraska hospital names CEO

Ned Resch was appointed president and CEO of Scottsbluff, Neb.-based Regional West Health Services, effective March 10.

Shuttered California hospital steps closer to reopening

A California hospital that closed in 2023 is nearing reopening, CEO Steve Sark announced Feb. 9.

UC San Diego Health's 10-year strategy for patient experience

UC San Diego Health credits its “leading the way” framework with “[e]levating patient experiences during the most vulnerable moments of their lives.”

Northwestern Medicine, Peloton team up for heart health

Chicago-based Northwestern Medicine has partnered with fitness company Peloton to launch a new heart health-focused workout class.

Parkview Health names market president

Fort Wayne, Ind.-based Parkview Health has named Julie McCormick, RN, BSN, president of its northeast market.