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By: John Commins, for HealthLeaders Media, March 23, 2011
Physician Hospitals of America is lobbying Congress in a long-shot attempt to repeal a section of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act that curtails new construction or expansion of physician-owned hospitals.
By: John Commins, for HealthLeaders Media, March 23, 2011
Contrary to other studies, a University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine study shows that patients in need of emergent care are more likely to live if they arrive at the hospital on the weekend than during the week.
By: John Commins, for HealthLeaders Media, March 23, 2011
Two health information technology systems combining electronic prescription drug ordering with computer reporting of adverse events dramatically reduced hospital medication errors, Johns Hopkins researchers say.
By: John Commins, for HealthLeaders Media, March 23, 2011
Despite the high costs and heavy demand for atrial fibrillation services, states aren't providing residents with the resources to address and manage the chronic disease, research suggests.
By: Gienna Shaw, for HealthLeaders Media, March 22, 2011
The patient portal of today has some neat features that are convenient for patients and save time and money for providers—online appointment scheduling and lab results, for example. But what will the portal of the future look like?
By: Rebecca Hendren, for HealthLeaders Media, March 22, 2011
Adopting the basic tenets of aviation crew resource management within any nursing care delivery model will create a tipping point for a cultural shift that puts patient safety first, a pilot and nurse educator believes.
By: February 14, 2011
Forward-thinking orthopedic leaders are ensuring high performance and coordination among a carefully constructed caregiver team. Those leaders are also exploring the right metrics to know whether the outcomes they are tracking are the most meaningful to patients. Join the executive and clinical leadership team from nationally renowned MemorialCare Health System and orthopedic innovator Marshall Steele, MD, on March 29 for a three-hour dive into essential orthopedic leadership strategy. http://www.healthleadersmedia.com/rounds/
By: February 14, 2011
Given the growing trend toward all-inclusive cancer centers, do you know how to differentiate your own oncology services to protect and grow your market share? Your oncology care is distinct. Its marketing should be, too. Join HealthLeaders Media on March 31 for this 90-minute Webcast, including Q&A and a case study, for valuable lessons from marketing leaders. http://www.hcmarketplace.com/prod.cfm?id=9460&s=EZINEADH&e_topic=WS_HLM2
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