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AI could reform the physician-patient relationship: How 1 cardiology leader looks at innovation

Mitchell Weinberg, MD, was drawn to cardiology because of the elegance of the heart and the field.

4 recent Texas hospital bankruptcies, closures 

Several hospitals in Texas have filed for bankruptcy or closed since the start of 2022.

Outpatient vs. inpatient revenue trends: 36 statistics

Both outpatient and inpatient volumes declined in July versus the previous month, with outpatient numbers decreasing slightly more than inpatient, according to the most recent National Hospital Flash Report from Kaufman Hall.

Remote patient monitoring can tackle physician burnout, Ocshner says

Remote-patient monitoring can help with physician burnout, as it can unload some of their day-to-day tasks, Richard Milani, MD, chief clinical transformation officer at Ochsner Health, told the AMA on Sept. 8. 

How 1 hospital is reducing bias using AI

Lawrence (Kan.) Memorial Hospital is using an artificial intelligence program, dubbed KATE, during its triage process, which has helped staff with their decision-making process and reduced biases, Lawrence-Journal World reported Sept. 10. 

New Virginia law requires 24/7 security at ERs

Hospitals across Virginia will now be required to have at least one off-duty officer or trained security personnel in their emergency departments at all times, according to a new law. 

'The last 12 years consumed me': Chicago hospital CEO retires

Brenda Wolf is retiring as president and CEO of La Rabida Children’s Hospital in Chicago after 12 years at the helm, the Hyde Park Herald reported Sept. 11. 

Lown Institute gets $1.5M grant to study hospital tax exemptions, financial practices

The Lown Institute, a nonpartisan healthcare think tank, is expanding its research into hospitals’ financial behavior after receiving a $1.5 million grant from Arnold Ventures, a philanthropic fund. 

Oregon system reminds patients to 'do no harm, make no threats'

Some hospitals are tightening security measures because of an increase of violence against their workers, including St. Charles Health System, a four-hospital system headquartered in Bend, Ore., according to The Bulletin. 

FDA OKs updated boosters

The FDA approved Pfizer’s and Moderna’s XBB.1.5-targeted COVID-19 boosters Sept. 11, a day before a CDC panel is poised to discuss a recommendation.