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CEOs are starting their jobs at younger ages
Among S&P 500 companies, the average age of CEOs at appointment was younger in 2022 than the year prior, according to a report released Feb. 13 by leadership advisory firm Spencer Stuart. -
4 things health, wellness professionals do to combat burnout
Four common themes emerged from a poll asking 30 individuals who work in health and wellness about what they do to prevent burnout, according to a Feb. 11 report from CNBC. -
US senator probes Ascension, alleging it operates 'like a private equity fund'
Sen. Tammy Baldwin of Wisconsin is probing St. Louis-based Ascension — which operates 33 facilities in her state — alleging the health system is acting on private, not public, interests. -
6 hospitals seeking CEOs
Here are six hospitals that recently posted job listings seeking CEOs. -
Florida further limits gender-affirming care access
In November, Florida medical boards voted to ban gender-affirming care for minors. Now, the Florida Board of Osteopathic Medicine plans to do away with an exception that allowed individuals participating in clinical trials to receive puberty blockers and hormone therapy, the Tampa Bay Times reported Feb. 10. -
The No. 1 problem keeping hospital CEOs up at night
Workforce problems in U.S. hospitals are troublesome enough for the American College of Healthcare Executives to devote a new category to them in its annual survey on hospital CEOs' concerns. In the latest survey, executives identified "workforce challenges" as the No. 1 concern for the second year in a row. -
Maryland Hospital Association CEO is out
Bob Atlas is no longer president and CEO of the Maryland Hospital Association, a spokesperson for the group confirmed to Becker's. -
Texas hospital official banned from LinkedIn after COVID-19 posts
The elected board member of a Texas hospital has been banned from his LinkedIn account after sharing multiple posts relating to COVID-19, The Texan reported Feb. 10. -
Missouri agencies investigating transgender center at St. Louis hospital
Missouri agencies are investigating whistleblower allegations against the Washington University Transgender Center at St. Louis Children's Hospital. -
HHS releases roadmap out of public health emergency
HHS is planning for the federal COVID-19 public health emergency to end on May 11. -
Can US News regain medical schools' favor?
Following law schools' leads, top medical schools have withdrawn from U.S. News & World Report's ranking system. Their current plans do not include a rekindling, even if the publication changes its ways — for the most part. -
Hospital leadership post-pandemic — it's personal, says Nebraska children's hospital CEO Chanda Chacon
Many hospital leaders know that one of the keys to success is to surround yourself with smart people — the kind of professionals who help you rise to the occasion and balance out your strengths. -
Championing teams, empowering physicians: 4 healthcare execs' advice
Hospital and health system leaders face a number of challenges in today's healthcare environment, providing opportunities for learning and gaining insights. With that in mind, Becker's has asked leaders to share advice for their peers. -
How the University of Kansas Health System used data to improve its surgery block management system
Operating rooms and the clinical staff that use them are among a hospital's most valuable resources. Unfortunately, the complexity of managing block time scheduling for ORs often leads to these resources being underutilized. -
Hospitals urge HHS to use pandemic-era policies as springboard for progress
The American Hospital Association is calling on HHS to ensure a smooth transition for healthcare workers and patients as the nation prepares to end the COVID-19 public health emergency directive in May. -
Biden's State of the Union: 10 healthcare takeaways
During his State of the Union address Feb. 7, President Joe Biden expressed optimism while highlighting efforts related to COVID-19, Medicare, the Affordable Care Act and other healthcare issues. -
Omaha Children's Hospital won't take a position on gender-affirming care, it says
More than 1,500 people signed an online petition sent to the Omaha (Neb.) Children's Hospital and Medical Center's board of directors, asking them to oppose a bill that would block gender-affirming care for the state's minors, the Nebraska Examiner reported Feb. 6 -
AHA president has 4 asks for the government
Rick Pollack, president and CEO of the American Hospital Association, wants four things from the federal government to help the 6 million people working in hospitals, according to a column he wrote for The Hill. -
Newsweek's best workplaces for diversity include over 100 hospitals, health systems
A number of hospitals and health systems were recently recognized among "America's Greatest Workplaces 2023 for Diversity" by Newsweek. -
Bragging at work has its benefits
Nobody wants to be seen as a "bragger," but it is important to advocate for oneself and take credit on the job, The Wall Street Journal reported.
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