Peer-influenced content. Sources you trust. No registration required. This is HCN.
The Medical Futurist
In the coming years, hospitals will increasingly incorporate digital technologies, from AI in diagnostics to enhanced telemedicine capabilities, aimed at improving efficiency and patient care quality.
Hospitalist April 22nd 2024
MDLinx
In light of a recent incident where a woman was forced to give birth outside a hospital, the essential role of security personnel in facilitating emergency patient access has come to the forefront. Hospitals are urged to reassess their security training programs to ensure staff can adequately guide patients during critical times.
All Specialties April 3rd 2024
The New England Journal of Medicine
In a healthcare landscape increasingly dominated by hospital-owned practices, understanding the implications of this shift is crucial for healthcare professionals. The trend raises significant questions about cost, care quality, and the overall structure of healthcare delivery.
Hospitalist March 20th 2024
Healthcare professionals are urged to consider the recent events at Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center, where the alleged actions of a single nurse have sparked a broader discussion on patient safety, medication security, and the imperative of maintaining high standards in clinical practice.
All Specialties March 13th 2024
OBR Oncology
The recent suspension of the oncology program at Trios Health, due to a shortage of medical oncologists, highlights a growing national challenge in healthcare staffing, particularly in non-urban areas.
Hematology/Oncology January 22nd 2024
Infectious Disease Special Edition (IDSE)
Stay informed on the CDC’s new mandate for antibiotic use and resistance reporting – a pivotal step towards enhancing antimicrobial stewardship and patient care in US hospitals.
Hospitalist January 18th 2024