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By: Cheryl Clark, for HealthLeaders Media, March 9, 2011
In-hospital deaths for trauma patients declined during a 13-year study, but after discharge, mortality rates rose, suggesting that while trauma care may have improved, care after acute hospitalization is lagging.
By: John Commins, for HealthLeaders Media, March 9, 2011
For-profit hospital revenues will continue to be stressed over the next 12 to 18 months, but profitability should remain healthy thanks to cost containment efforts, Moody's Investor Services says.
By: Christine Leccese, for Health Leaders Media, March 9, 2011
Researchers have developed a cardiac catheter that combines sensing and therapy onto one device. The "map and zap" functionality could mean shorter and safer ablation procedures.
By: John Commins, for HealthLeaders Media, March 9, 2011
The 48-bed Texas Children's Hospital West Campus employees about 370 physicians, nurses, and staff and features the only 24/7 pediatric emergency room in the Greater West Houston area.
By: Rebecca Hendren, for HealthLeaders Media, March 8, 2011
A virtual discharge advocate has proven so successful in a pilot program at Boston Medical Center that 74% of patients in the study preferred to receive information from it rather than from a nurse or a physician.
By: Gienna Shaw, for HealthLeaders Media, March 8, 2011
Electronic medical record systems make headlines when data is lost or stolen, but one way to counter that negative press is to publicize some of the positive stories about how health information data can improve care, prevent errors, and save lives.
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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