Today's Top 20 Healthcare News Articles
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32 physicians leave Optum-owned medical group in 2 years
Eugene-based Oregon Medical Group is dropping some patients due to a lack of available physicians, 32 of whom have departed from the organization over the last two years, The Oregonian reported March 27. -
Texas hospital to discontinue long-term acute services
Tyler-based UT Health East Texas is discontinuing its long-term acute care services in April. -
Massachusetts hospital open after decade closure
North Adams (Mass.) Regional Hospital held a ribbon-cutting ceremony March 28 to celebrate the reopening of the hospital 10 years to the day after it closed.
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American life expectancy lags
Americans' life expectancies are declining right alongside their happiness scores, according to U.S. News & World Report. -
California hospital CFO resigns amid online criticism
Dave Recupero has resigned as CFO of Kern Valley Healthcare District, based in Mountain Mesa, Calif. -
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.).
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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. -
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.
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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. -
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. -
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.
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