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AtlantiCare taps chief physician executive
Egg Harbor, N.J.-based AtlantiCare has appointed Joseph Lombardi, MD, as chief physician executive, according to an Oct. 22 news release. -
'If you're not good, you sink': Do independent physicians have an edge?
The number of employed physicians is skyrocketing, and many leaders are concerned about how this workforce evolution will affect care quality. -
Private practice 'literally cannot survive' amid pay declines: Viewpoint
The decline of private practice is on the minds of many healthcare leaders as reimbursement declines paired with rising practice costs are forcing some physicians to employed models. -
5 notes for physician owners in payer talks
Declining reimbursements in the face of soaring inflation and an increased demand for healthcare is a frustrating, but familiar, scenario for many independent physicians. -
'Not for the faint of heart': The sacrifices of physician leaders
Amid mounting clinical demands, many physician leaders have been compelled to make personal and professional sacrifices to retain their influence and effectively advocate for both their fellow physicians and the well-being of patients. -
Physicians want leadership roles – here's what stands in the way
While the value of physician leadership is widely recognized, a new survey by Jackson Physician Search and the Medical Group Management Association reveals that leadership development is often sidelined in medical training in favor of clinical skills. -
Why physicians need a seat at the table
Benjamin Stein, MD, an independent orthopedic surgeon who co-founded and is now chairman of ASC development group Capital Surgical Solutions, joined Becker's to discuss why physician leadership is critical to the success of healthcare facilities. -
3 physicians taking on CEO roles
Here are three physicians assuming CEO roles in 2024: -
The role of 'why' in physician-hospital relationships
Given the importance that can be placed on having physicians in healthcare leadership roles, there is a lot of pressure on those leaders to guide their teams to success. But what can help leaders truly make a difference? -
ACGME taps next president, CEO
Debra Weinstein, MD, was named the next president and CEO of the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. -
4 physicians taking on chief medical officer roles
Here are four physicians who have been appointed to chief medical officer roles this month, as reported by Becker's since Aug. 2: -
Baptist Health names vice president of 2 hospitals
Glen Martin, MD, was named vice president of medical affairs for Baptist Medical Center Nassau (Fla.) and Baptist Medical Center Beaches in Jacksonville Beach, Fla. -
Meet the leaders of 5 top medical schools in 2024
Thirty universities were found to be the best medical schools nationwide in primary care and research, according to U.S. News & World Report's "Best Medical Schools" for 2024. -
Where have the physician leaders gone?
As the physician shortage mounts, many leaders have found the number of physicians in leadership positions has also dipped. -
'There's so many opportunities for growth': Lee Health's new physician exec on his role
Nari Heshmati, MD, has been named by Fort Myers, Fla.-based Lee Health's Physician Group as chief physician executive. -
Former Optum exec named chief physician executive of Lee Physician Group
Nari Heshmati, MD, former executive medical director for Optum Washington, has joined Fort Myers, Fla.-based Lee Health's Physician Group as chief physician executive, Dr. Heshmati shared with Becker's. -
15 physicians retiring in 2024
Here are 15 physician leaders that have announced plans to retire or entered retirement in 2024, as reported by Becker's since Jan. 29: -
Houston Methodist names director of physician development
Carla Braxton, MD, was named as director of physician professional development at the Houston Methodist Physician Organization. -
VR training addresses cultural sensitivity issues for physicians
A team at the University of Illinois (Champaign) is developing a series of virtual reality training modules designed to improve cultural competency between physicians and patients, according to a July 22 report from WCIA.com -
Physician clinic founder dies following bicycle accident
Former Tappahannock, Va., clinic founder and physician James Joseph Ledwith Jr., MD, died July 9 from complications following a bicycle accident on June 19, River County News reported. He was 66.
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