Resident physicians and fellows at several health systems in the Northeast are pressing leaders to address their bargaining concerns, including pay and working conditions.
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Consequences of upped pressures for physicians 'to perform'
The median burnout rate for some physicians is eight years, but providers are facing continuous pressure to do more, Mita Patel, MD, told Becker’s.
How health systems can support executives on PTO
A recent study found that 59% of U.S. employees check in with work on vacation by answering emails or calls. How can hospitals and health systems support executives in unplugging?
Lifespan boosts operating income in Q3
Providence, R.I.-based Lifespan reported an operating income of $11.5 million (1.3% margin) in the third quarter of 2024, up from an operating income of $8.8 million (1.1% margin) posted over the same period last year.
5 notes on medical school student debt
With the U.S. facing a forecasted deficit of at least 86,000 physicians by 2036, medical school student debt is attracting more attention.
226-bed Prime hospital names CEO
Allen Stefanek was named CEO of Shasta Regional Medical Center, a 226-bed facility in Redding, Calif., according to an Aug. 28 news release shared with Becker’s.
Why cybersecurity spending continues to grow
Cybersecuirty spending is expected to continue growing as cyberattacks proliferate and organizations safeguard their generative AI platforms, IT consultant Gartner reported.
MedHQ acquires RCM company
MedHQ, a healthcare advisory and administrative service provider, has acquired Trajectory Revenue Cycle Services.
Illinois hospital moves to Epic in 3 weeks
An Illinois hospital plans to complete its switch to an Epic EHR in about three weeks, Southern Illinois Now reported.
Feds warn of Iran-based hackers targeting healthcare
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency alongside the FDA and Department of Defense Cyber Crime Center released a new warning Aug. 28 about Iran-based ransomware attacks against U.S.-based entities, including healthcare organizations.
