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In a move that’s sending shockwaves through the academic and healthcare research communities, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has frozen funding to five elite universities. This could derail hundreds of critical research projects—from cancer studies to infectious disease modeling. Let’s unpack what’s happening, why it matters, and what the data tells us about the
In hospitals across the country, nurse burnout, turnover, and staffing shortages are often traced back to one deceptively simple culprit: scheduling. While it may seem like a logistical task, nurse scheduling has become a frontline issue in workforce management—and healthcare leaders are finally rethinking how it’s done. The Cost of Chaos Traditional scheduling methods—manual spreadsheets,
Ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) are facing financial hurdles that threaten expansion and operational efficiency. Rising capital costs, staffing shortages, and supply chain disruptions have made it increasingly difficult for ASCs to secure funding for growth. However, many organizations are finding creative solutions to navigate these challenges and continue moving forward. The Financial Struggles of ASCs
As healthcare continues to evolve, hospital and health system executives are facing critical financial and operational challenges that could shape the future of the industry. Becker’s Hospital Review recently asked C-suite executives from hospitals and health systems across the U.S. to share their biggest concerns for 2025. Data from Becker’s. Key Billion-Dollar Questions Facing Healthcare
Mount Sinai’s Icahn School of Medicine has become the first medical school in the United States to provide institution-wide access to ChatGPT Edu, a specialized and secure AI platform designed for universities. This initiative grants all medical and graduate students, along with select faculty and staff, access to the tool, marking a significant milestone in
Early childhood education workers in Colorado are facing an array of serious challenges, including high stress levels, burnout, and significant health disparities. These issues stem from systemic problems such as low wages, lack of resources, and inadequate support for the physical and mental well-being of these essential workers. This problem not only affects the workers
In 2024, the annual average compensation for U.S. physicians in four medical specialties surpassed $500,000. A 2025 Physician Compensation Report states the highest-paid physicians were orthopedic specialists, while public health and preventive medicine professionals earned the least. With the exception of anesthesiology, the top seven highest-paying specialties have consistently ranked among the 10 best-paid specialties
Locum tenens represents a unique career path for physicians seeking flexibility, variety, and new challenges in their professional journey. This arrangement allows doctors to work in temporary positions, filling gaps in medical staffing across different locations and specialties. Over time, locum tenens has evolved from a niche opportunity to a mainstream option, embraced by thousands
The healthcare industry is ever-evolving, and professionals continuously seek ways to expand their expertise and adaptability. Embracing the role of a temporary physician, often termed locum tenens, has gained popularity as an effective means to achieve these goals. Around 90% of healthcare facilities in the United States have used locum tenens at some point, emphasizing