Strategy

The Complex Wound Challenge Complex wounds represent a growing challenge to the healthcare community. As patients age and develop an increasing number of comorbidities, including diabetes and obesity, they are more prone to developing wounds and to experiencing longer, more complex…

Founded in 2003 as an advanced surgical hospital, USMD Hospital at Arlington (Texas) has established a strong reputation for embracing innovation to elevate patient care. As an early adopter of surgical robotics, the hospital has consistently expanded and enhanced its…

RICHMOND, IN – August 11, 2025 – Reid Health has partnered with hellocare.ai to bring AI-assisted smart hospital technology to every patient room, transforming the patient and nurse experience while enhancing clinical efficiency. This full scale deployment marks a significant…

South Lake Tahoe, Calif.-based Barton Health is the latest U.S. system to join Cleveland Clinic’s Connected program, which gives member organizations access to Cleveland Clinic branding, consultative services and education opportunities.  “By joining Cleveland Clinic Connected, Barton seeks to elevate…

Most all healthcare organizations use employee engagement surveys to measure issues like leader effectiveness, culture, morale, professional growth opportunities, and more. It’s become an industry best practice for good reason. Employee engagement is directly tied to patient outcomes and all…

Staffing specialty coverage used to be a matter of hiring the right physician. But today, budget constraints and specialist shortages have made recruiting the “right” provider anything but straightforward. For many hospitals, locums have become the default answer to coverage…

Every minute of unplanned IT downtime can risk patient safety, hospital operations, and organizational reputation. Keeping digital infrastructure stable is essential for health systems to prevent service disruptions and guard against cyber threats. In a recent discussion hosted by Becker’s…

Hospitals’ efforts to expand access sustainably take varied forms. This has long been a priority for leaders, but the task has grown more complex amid shifting demographics, financial challenges, and evolving patient preferences for how and where they receive care.…

Why operational excellence is critical to clinical outcomes, financial health, and workforce well-being Healthcare has always been a team sport. However, the complexity of today’s healthcare environment requires an exceptional level of collaboration to ensure the delivery of high-quality, financially…

Total hip replacement is one of the most commonly performed orthopedic procedures in the U.S., but debate continues around the best surgical approach. During a recent presentation hosted by Becker’s Healthcare and Cardinal Health, Keith Berend, MD, orthopedic surgeon at…