Today's Top 20 Healthcare News Articles
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Mount Sinai asks judge to reject attempt to block Beth Israel closure
New York City-based Mount Sinai has filed a motion asking a judge to deny a preliminary injunction that would keep Beth Israel Hospital open past its planned July 12 closure date. -
Ascension taps hospital president
Chad Dilley was named president of Ascension St. Vincent Carmel (Ind.). -
How US primary care compares to other wealthy nations
Among 10 high-income countries, the U.S. trails its peers in access to and continuity of primary care, according to a study released March 28 by the Commonwealth Fund.
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Seattle Children's receives $50M gift for cancer research, clinical trials
Seattle Children's is the recipient of a $50 million gift from the William Lawrence & Blanche Hughes Foundation to support advancements in therapies and treatment options for leukemia and other pediatric cancers. -
Nebraska hospital exec to serve 2 systems at once
Sean Wolfe has been selected as interim CEO of Chadron (Neb.) Community Hospital & Health Services, in addition to his role as CFO of a nearby, unaffiliated hospital. -
U-M Health buying old Kmart for new facility
Ann Arbor, Mich.-based University of Michigan Health has shared plans to purchase a former Kmart headquarters location in Troy, Mich., for $4.42 million and turn it into a clinical facility. -
UCI Health CEO shares vision for integration of 4 Tenet hospitals
UCI Health's acquisition of four Tenet hospitals brings about a unique opportunity as it blends academic medical centers with community healthcare, Chad Lefteris, president and CEO of UCI Health, told Becker's.
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Delaware health systems push back on hospital cost review board bill
A Delaware lawmaker is looking to establish a hospital cost review board, but the legislation faces opposition from health systems in the state, Delaware Public Radio reported March 27. -
11 women making moves in healthcare
The following leadership moves made by women have been reported by or shared with Becker's this year: -
Fox Chase expands cancer care to New Jersey
Philadelphia-based Fox Chase Cancer Center has expanded to New Jersey with its first oncology office. -
Baltimore bridge collapse may hamper healthcare supply chain
Hospitals and health systems may see short-term supply chain disruptions, such as delayed deliveries, in the wake of the Baltimore bridge collapse.
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ASCO issues vaccination guidelines for cancer patients
Making sure adults with cancer are up to date on recommended vaccinations should be a key part of their care to prevent or limit the severity of infections, the American Society of Clinical Oncology said in updated guidelines published March 18. -
Nation's 1st double lung-liver transplant performed at Northwestern
Surgeons at Chicago-based Northwestern Medicine successfully completed the nation's first double-lung and liver transplant, the health system said March 28. -
10 most, least competitive states for internships
California is the most competitive state for interns, and Wyoming is the least competitive, according to one new analysis. -
'Nicety' vs. 'necessity': 37 impressions of AI in healthcare
Artificial intelligence is infiltrating healthcare at multiple levels. However, discussions around building vs. buying, what kind of impact it may actually have and how expensive expertise is are dominating the space. -
What new, tenured nurses want from their employers
Novice nurses are more likely than more tenured co-workers to want self-scheduling and flexible shifts, but experienced nurses are more in favor of hybrid and fully remote work. -
HealthPartners names care group COO
Blooomington, Minn.-based HealthPartners has named Megan Remark COO of its care group. -
Lawsuits mount against Pennsylvania nursing homes that employed nurse accused of patient deaths
A wrongful death lawsuit was filed March 27 against Sunnyview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Butler County, Pa., alleging the facility employed a nurse who had a history of administering excessive doses of insulin, according to a report from CBS affiliate KDKA. -
Texas hospital takes interim title off CFO
Gainesville-based North Texas Medical Center has named Michael Ducote CFO. -
340B profit exceeds charity care spending for 85% of disproportionate share hospitals: Report
A recent report from the Alliance for Integrity and Reform of 340B found that 85% of disproportionate share hospitals in the U.S. received more from 340B profit than they invested in charity care in 2022.
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