A Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (OIG) report has found that because of the year-long battle with the COVID-19 pandemic, many hospitals have found themselves in “survival mode.” Contending with stressed margins, burned-out staff, and exacerbated concerns...
About 70% of physicians in a 400-person survey from Jackson Physician Search reported being actively disengaged from their employers. The survey took place between October and November 2020. Fifty four percent of physicians in the survey noted they are planning to make an employment change, with...
After months of being stuck at home, staying socially distant, wearing face coverings, and constantly washing your hands, do you suffer from “coronavirus...
Hospital and health system leaders say provider burnout, disengagement, and physician shortages are the most disruptive forces that healthcare organizations are facing, according to a report from AMN Healthcare.
New York Physician George Blatti, MD, is facing second-degree murder charges after his prescribing practices allegedly led to the deaths of five patients. According to Nassau County District Attorney, Madeline Singas, Blatti is charged with five counts of second-degree murder and 11 counts of...
In a new series focused on how healthcare professionals are overcoming unique COVID-19 challenges, Medical Staff Briefing is sitting down with physician leaders, MSPs, and quality professionals across the country to hear about their experiences. This month, we set out to hear the...
