The cure for the traditional, fractured approach to treating polychronic conditions is bringing multi-specialty care to the patient—in their own home. The disease burden of chronic conditions has been rising dramatically—a Milken Institute report estimated that 30.8 million people in…
Infection prevention in senior living facilities has come a long way since the onset of COVID-19, but significant risks remain. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, an estimated 1 to 3 million healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) occur annually…
Southern Coos Hospital & Health Center is pursuing new service lines, partnerships and long-term planning efforts as it works to strengthen financial sustainability amid ongoing pressure on rural providers. Raymond Hino, CEO of the 21-bed critical access hospital in Bandon,…
A prominent new study reminds healthcare industry leaders to remain alert to gender issues when developing human capital strategies. This, following the recent release of the 2025 edition of McKinsey/LeanIn.org’s long-recognized “Women in the Workplace” study (“Study”). However, any responsive…
Marlborough (Mass.) Hospital will officially become a campus of UMass Memorial Medical Center on Jan. 1. The 79-bed hospital will be known as UMass Memorial Medical Center – Marlborough Campus, according to Worcester, Mass.-based UMass Memorial Health System’s website. In…
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Marc Miller’s term as president and CEO of King of Prussia, Pa.-based Universal Health Services has been extended through 2028, according to a Dec. 30 SEC filing. The compensation committee of UHS’s board of directors approved amendments to Mr. Miller’s…
Cincinnati-based Bon Secours Mercy Health recorded an operating income of $22.2 million (0.6% operating margin) in the third quarter of 2025, up from an operating loss of $46.5 million (-1.4% margin) during the same period last year, according to its…
As health system C-suite teams continue to shrink, several presidents and CEOs are taking on additional responsibilities. At some organizations, this has meant shifting away from hospital president and CEO roles in favor of market or regional leadership. While the…
Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health in Washington, D.C., has named Susan Takacs as COO. She stepped into the role Dec. 8. Ms. Takacs brings more than 20 years of healthcare operations experience to the role, according to a…
A wave of federal and state healthcare policies is set to take effect in 2026, bringing major changes to hospital operations, reimbursement, insurance markets and patient access. From the expiration of enhanced ACA subsidies to CMS’ expansion of site-neutral payments,…
