Dorval Carter Jr.’s career path led him back to healthcare after a notable detour. Mr. Carter served as president of the Chicago Transit Authority from 2015 to January 2025, overseeing more than 10,000 employees and $11 billion in projects at…
Leadership & Management
Hospitals reported six CEO exits in March — a 60% drop from 15 in February and a 25% decrease from March 2024. The finding is from an April 30 report that examines CEO turnover in the U.S. from Challenger, Gray…
Becker’s Healthcare is proud to unveil its 2025 list of 150+ top places to work in healthcare, celebrating hospitals, health systems and healthcare companies that go above and beyond to foster outstanding workplace cultures. These organizations are committed to supporting…
Matthew Bruderman has been replaced as board chair of East Meadow, N.Y.-based Nassau University Medical Center, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman confirmed in a statement shared with Becker’s. “We thank Matt Bruderman for his service as chairman of the board…
Since becoming president and CEO of Baltimore-based LifeBridge Health in 2013, Neil Meltzer has led the system through growth — doubling its size with the addition of two hospitals — while keeping culture and community health at the forefront. “Running…
UnitedHealth Group has named Patrick Conway, MD, current Optum Rx CEO, as the new CEO of Optum, effective May 6. Current Optum CEO, Heather Cianfrocco, has been named UnitedHealth’s executive vice president of governance, compliance and information security after serving…
Some scientists and inspections staff at the FDA have been informed by their supervisors that their layoffs will be reversed, CBS News reported April 28. The White House had previously laid off more than 1,000 FDA employees and planned to…
Academic medical centers combine exceptional patient care with cutting-edge research and groundbreaking medical advancements. The 100 institutions below are renowned for their clinical excellence, innovative programs, research leadership, educational impact and commitment to patient satisfaction. Recognized by esteemed organizations such…
Baltimore-based Johns Hopkins University has created two new grant programs and expanded research support services amid federal research funding cuts. “Unexpected grant terminations and delays in the federal grant awards have posed significant challenges for Johns Hopkins faculty and their…
Timothy Pehrson, president and CEO of Oklahoma City-based Integris Health, says that he tries to live without regret. Part of that commitment includes working toward his plan to improve Oklahoma’s state health ranking by the United Health Foundation from 47th…