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FDA approves 2 Eylea biosimilars

The FDA granted approval to Biocon Biologics’ drug Yesafili and Samsung Bioepis and Biogen’s drug Opuviz, the agency announced May 20. The two drugs are biosimilars for Eylea, an injection made by Regeneron that is used to treat wet age-related macular…

Howard Brown Health to shutter 2 Chicago clinics

Chicago-based Howard Brown Health has shared plans to close its Chicago clinics this fall.

Finger Lakes Health COO to retire, new leadership named

Geneva, N.Y.-based UR Medicine Finger Lakes Health COO Frank Korich has shared plans to retire in July. Lara Turbide, will succeed Mr. Korich and begin her role as COO, effective July 8.

Moffitt Cancer Center taps CFO

Tampa, Fla.-based Moffitt Cancer Center has named Joanna Weiss CFO and executive vice president. 

Bon Secours Mercy Health posts $29.5M operating income in Q1

Cincinnati-based Bon Secours Mercy Health reported an operating income of $29.5 million in the first quarter of 2024, up from a $60 million loss reported over the same period last year, according to its May 20 finance report. 

Retiring Louisiana health system CEO reflects on 40 years in industry

Richard Vath, MD, president and CEO of Fransican Missionaries of Our Lady Health System in Baton Rouge, La., is reflecting on his 40 years in healthcare ahead of his retirement on June 30.

Mount Sinai launches Center for Healthcare Readiness amid growing health threats

Responding to large-scale health emergencies with proper coordination is the impetus behind New York City-based Mount Sinai Health System’s launch of its Center for Healthcare Readiness.

University of Pennsylvania Health System names new CFO

The University of Pennsylvania Health System in Philadelphia appointed Julia Puchtler CFO, effective July 1.

Baylor Scott & White to close pharmacy, renovate clinic

Within 90 days, Dallas-based Baylor Scott & White will close its pharmacy in Temple, Texas, a spokesperson confirmed with Becker’s May 20. 

Are healthcare cyber attacks having a credit impact?

Recent cyberattacks on healthcare organizations have raised concerns about potential financial repercussions, particularly regarding their credit ratings. However, according to Fitch Ratings, these cyber incidents are unlikely to impact the credit stan…