For younger Black patients living in rural parts of the Southeastern United States, peer coaching is more effective than traditional clinical care in controlling high blood pressure, according to a new study.
Dr. Said Ibrahim, appointed dean of Sidney Kimmel Medical College in December, says a more diverse medical school is key to improving health disparities.
The letter from CMS to Chad Patrick, CEO of HCA Healthcare-owned Mission, said the hospital failed to comply with federal standards on medical screening exams. The violations stem from an investigation conducted by state and federal surveyors in November.