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Hospitals, health systems beefing up hospital at home

Here are five hospitals and health systems that launched, expanded or announced plans to launch a hospital-at-home program:

COVID-19-related sepsis more common than once thought: Mass General Brigham study

During the first two and half years of the pandemic, the COVID-19 virus accounted for 1 in 6 sepsis cases across Mass General Brigham hospitals, according to new research. 

C-suites eye new control role

Some executives are considering a new addition to the team, according to a recent poll from Deloitte. 

B. Braun recalls more than 1M syringes

B. Braun Medical, a medical supply and pharmaceuticals company, is voluntarily recalling about 1.1 million syringes because of a possible sterility issue. 

Revolutionizing specialty care: How Duke Health transformed patient engagement

In 2018, Duke Health’s specialty practice pioneered a unique model to deliver care outside of clinic for specialty care patients. While central triage in primary care is widely tested and proven, its application in subspecialty medicine has been challe…

Revolutionizing patient care: A deep dive into Duke Health's journey towards personalized experience

Duke Health’s Integrated Practice places patient experience at its core. We discuss it daily, report weekly, and constantly seek insights to enhance our patients’ experiences. Our dedication to Excellent Care, Outcomes, and Experience sets Duke apart.

Revamping the system to empower our people

Navigating healthcare is challenging, especially in an Ambulatory environment. With an increasing number of critically ill patients expecting convenience and compassion, and a declining healthcare workforce, the situation is less than ideal. In 2021, o…

The value of a 'fortresslike balance sheet': Scripps Health's CFO on weathering storms

Healthcare CFOs are facing headwinds as they enter the final stretch of 2023. Becker’s connected with Brett Tande, CFO and corporate senior vice president of San Diego-based Scripps Health, to learn how the system is focusing on financial health, from …

Avera Health, Owens & Minor to build supply distribution center

Avera Health is teaming up with Owens & Minor, a healthcare solutions company, to build a 330,000-square-foot supply distribution and service center.

Keck Hospital names new chief nursing officer

Keck Hospital of USC in Los Angeles has named Ceonne Houston-Raasikh, DNP, MSN, as chief nursing officer. She previously served as associate CNO for more than a year.