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Here are five recent moves from the American Heart Association that Becker's has covered since May 23: 

The American Society for Radiation Oncology appointed Howard Sandler, MD, its president-elect July 20. 

Twelve oncologists joined new practices or received new appointments in the last few weeks.

August 2022 Issue of Becker’s Hospital Review ON THE COVER Hospitals’ spring revenue boost not enough to offset expenses Hospitals and health systems were hindered by skyrocketing expenses and depressed margins in May despite improved revenue and patient volume, according…

Five cardiologists who have stepped into new roles, left their current positions or retired since July 1: 

Richard Ha, MD, retired after 43 years of serving as a cardiologist at Blessing Health System's Hannibal (Mo.) Clinic, Muddy River News reported July 18.

Six RWJBarnabas Health facilities were recognized by the American Heart Association July 14 with "2022 Get With the Guidelines" and "Mission Lifeline" awards for cardiovascular care in the stroke, heart failure and resuscitation categories.

Three studies published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that cancer centers often deviate from testing guidelines, which can lead to unnecessary screenings and complications in older adults, The New York Times reported July 17.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center selected Donna Hansel, MD, PhD, as the new division head of pathology and laboratory medicine. She will join MD Anderson Sept. 13, according to a July 13 new release from the center.

President Biden on July 13 appointed three physicians to a voluntary panel tasked with advising him on overcoming barriers to cancer care and reducing cancer burden.