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Surgeon general’s social media warning resonates with mental health leaders
While there is debate about how much social media is harming young people, clinicians say it’s worthy of attention in understanding the mental health crisis in kids.
Trinity Health names leader of west region, and more | MED MOVES
A longtime California hospital leader announces retirement plans, and other leaders are appointed to new posts.
Reforming prior authorization in Medicare Advantage plans | Bills and Laws
A group of lawmakers are pushing a measure to require faster approval from insurers. Healthcare organizations are imploring Congress to approve the legislation.
Sale of Rhode Island hospitals approved, but with dozens of conditions
Rhode Island officials have given conditional approval of the sale of Roger Williams Medical Center and Our Lady of Fatima Hospital, provided some key provisions are met.
How employers can make life easier for workers who are caregivers
Millions of Americans are taking care of loved ones, and they’re struggling. AARP’s Susan Reinhard talks about ways organizations can help those workers.
Rhode Island hospital system expands university partnership, and takes a new name
Lifespan and Brown University have finalized plans for a closer relationship, and Lifespan will soon become Brown University Health.
Valley Health finds early success with virtual nursing
The Virginia health system began its program in 2023. Theresa Trivette of Valley Health talks about the program and keys to success.
How a small Texas hospital upgraded its technology | Data Book podcast
In the latest episode of our podcast, we talk with Lynn Falcone, the CEO of Cuero Health in Texas. She talks about moving to a new electronic medical record system, cybersecurity and much more.
Hospitals and AI: Legal questions, liability and consent
As health systems and providers use artificial intelligence more widely, they must consider the evolving legal landscape. Attorney Kathleen G. Healy offers guidance for hospital leaders.
Health system drops $320M plan to buy 2 North Carolina hospitals
Novant Health has abandoned its planned purchase of two facilities after the Federal Trade Commission secured an injunction delaying the deal.
Why health equity efforts need accountability
More leaders are focused on closing disparities. Caretha Coleman of the Black Directors Health Equity Agenda talks about the need for transparency and measuring progress.
Ascension cyberattack: Electronic health records restored, but probe continues
The health system announced that its digital patient records are now available across the system. Ascension says the breach occurred when an employee downloaded a malicious file.
Patients with disabilities are more vulnerable to safety concerns
Health systems need to do more to ensure those with physical or intellectual disabilities are getting the best care. Marcus Schabacker of ECRI talked about the issue.
Phoenix Children’s Hospital hires new COO, and more | MED MOVES
CommonSpirit Health names a president to oversee nine hospitals, and other leaders take new roles.
Lawmakers aim to expand access to mental health | Bills and Laws
Lawmakers are seeking to create a Senate commission on mental health to examine ways to make it easier for Americans to get the help they need.
How a loved one inspired a career in cancer research | The Why
Chief Healthcare Executive kicks off a new feature looking at what inspired leaders in medicine. Alpa Patel of the American Cancer Society says her grandfather spurred her career choice.
Think beyond climbing. For leaders, going sideways can be the right move.
Healthcare leaders, and those aspiring for bigger roles, can take different paths to success. Sometimes a lateral move can give leaders a chance to earn valuable skills.
UVA Health CEO touts the power of connection | Lessons for Leaders
K. Craig Kent, the CEO of the University of Virginia health system, talks about the importance of having a strategic vision and making sure employees feel like they’re part of it.
Protecting the mental health of young clinicians
Many residents and medical school students are battling burnout. Health systems need to ensure they don’t drive more doctors away.
Telehealth extensions may not happen until late in the year
Advocates are confident that Congress will ultimately agree to continue virtual health flexibilities, but lawmakers may not seal the deal until after the election.
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health names chief medical officer, and more | MED MOVES
Children’s National Hospital hires a leader for a newly created AI role, and other leaders take new posts.
Nearly 18 million Americans have had long COVID, and it’s more common among women
New federal data shows about 7% of Americans have had long COVID. Other research published this week sheds more light on the impact of long-lasting symptoms.
Texas medical center moves to acquire hospital
Shannon Medical Center has agreed to buy the River Crest Hospital from Universal Health Services, the for-profit system.
Court allows $320M sale of 2 North Carolina hospitals to move forward
The FTC has opposed Novant Health’s purchase of two hospitals from Community Health Systems, but a federal court has approved the deal.
How Sentara Health is reaching underserved communities
The health system has opened clinics and deployed mobile vans to offer better access for patients in Virginia. Sentara leaders talk about the effort and the results they are seeing.
Health Department must change ‘woefully inadequate’ approach to cybersecurity, senator says
The government must go beyond voluntary compliance, says U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden. He cited the disruption from the Change Healthcare cyberattack, which has hurt hospitals nationwide.
Hospitals need to offer caregivers more training
After a patient is discharged, loved ones must manage some difficult tasks. Susan Reinhard of AARP talks with us about the need to help caregivers and patients after discharge.
Iodine Software CEO talks about AI, hospitals, and demand for results | Data Book podcast
William Chan, the co-founder of the healthcare technology company, discusses artificial intelligence in the latest episode of our podcast.
For the first time, U.S. News ranks hospitals in health equity. These hospitals earn top honors.
More than 50 hospitals were recognized for strong outcomes among patients from underserved communities and ensuring equitable access.
Children’s Hospital New Orleans CEO finds inspiration running with teen
Lucio Fragoso helped a boy who uses a wheelchair complete his first 10K. The teen is now fired up for more races, but Fragoso says the young man has helped him, too.
