After several years of modest or declining growth, average pay for physicians increased by 5.9% in 2023, rebounding from a drop of 2.4% in 2022, according to Doximity’s “2024 Physician Compensation Report,” published May 23.
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Popular supplement linked to increased heart, stroke risk
Regular use of fish oil supplements can increase the risk of stroke and atrial fibrillation in the general population, but shows benefits for those with existing heart disease, a recent study found.
Memorial Hermann completes 1st phase of Epic transition
Houston-based Memorial Hermann Health System has launched Epic, its new EHR system, with the first wave of users.
Nurse leaders to join CDC advisory group weighing looser mask rules
Two nurse leaders have been invited to join the CDC’s Healthcare Infection Control Practices Advisory Committee, National Nurses United said.
5-9 before 9-5, does the early bird really get the worm?
For those of us who are used to the 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. regular work hours, getting your day started at 5 a.m. might seem like an unimaginable task, but for others, it’s a way to get ahead, The Wall Street Journal reported May 15.
Breach affects 400,000 patients at Texas hospital
In April, hackers breached the IT network of CentroMed, a healthcare provider based in San Antonio, Texas, compromising the protected health information of 400,000 patients.
'No silver bullets' to improve margins, OSF CFO says
Peoria, Ill.-based OSF HealthCare has seen drastic improvements to its financial performance over the last two years, a performance that has allowed the health system to see revenue growth and expand its M&A footprint.
Novant makes 3 C-suite changes
Winston-Salem, N.C.-based Novant Health has appointed three leaders to new C-suite roles.
SSM Health posts $20M operating loss in Q1
St. Louis-based SSM Health reported a $20.4 million operating loss in the first quarter of 2024, down from an operating loss of $16.5 million posted over the same period last year, according to its May 22 financial report.
1st state begins AI regulation
Colorado has become the first state to enact a comprehensive plan to regulate artificial intelligence, a move that has elicited mixed reactions, Politico reported May 22.
