Weekly Recap - July 12th

The latest healthcare leadership searches, hires, and news.

Author

Joe Burke
July 12, 2024

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"Management is doing things right; leadership is doing the right things."

Peter Drucker

In today’s edition:

Discover the latest leadership searches, moves, and hires from leading organizations, including Aspirus (Wausau, Wisconsin), OhioHealth (Dublin, Ohio), PeaceHealth (Ketchikan, Alaska), North Alabama Shoals Hospital (Muscle Shoals, Alabama), South Shore Health (Weymouth, Massachusetts), and many more.

EXECUTIVE MOVES AND HEADLINES

Piedmont Names Alison Smith New CHRO - News Article

OhioHealth Announces New Chief Nursing Officer and Vice President in Dublin and Delaware

OhioHealth announced today, Jodie Wegmiller, MBA, BSN, RN as the new chief nursing officer (CNO) and vice president of patient care services at OhioHealth Dublin Methodist Hospital, OhioHealth Grady Memorial Hospital, Delaware Health Center, and Lewis Center Free Standing Emergency Department.“I am incredibly honored to be the new CNO for Dubl...

Jong M. Rho, MD, Named Section Chief of Child Neurology at Yale School of Medicine

We are pleased to announce Jong M. Rho, MD as the new section chief of Child Neurology at Yale School of Medicine (YSM), effective December 1, 2024.

Holloway Named COO at North Alabama Shoals Hospital

MUSCLE SHOALS, Ala., – North Alabama Shoals Hospital announced today that Braxton Holloway has been named Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective June 17th. Holloway, who has served in the position as the interim since April was previously Associate Administrator at North Alabama Medical Center.

Englewood Health Appoints Cherif Boutros, MD, Medical Director of The Lefcourt Family Cancer Treatment and Wellness Center - Englewood Health

July 10, 2024 — Cherif Boutros, MD, has joined Englewood Health as medical director of The Lefcourt Family Cancer Treatment and Wellness Center. Dr. Boutros is a highly respected leader, clinician, and researcher, known for his expertise in gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, and pancreatic cancers, with a particular emphasis on minimally invasive surgical techniques. He has authored […]

New leadership for Kaiser Permanente in San Mateo County

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Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton Welcomes William F. DiStanislao as Vice President of Operations

Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton (RWJUH Hamilton), an RWJBarnabas Health facility, today announced the appointment of William F. DiStanislao as Vice President of Operations.

Imran Andrabi, MD, transitions to president and chief executive officer of Froedtert ThedaCare Health, Inc. | Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin

Froedtert ThedaCare Health, Inc., announced Imran Andrabi, MD, FAAFM, has transitioned into the newly created role of president and chief executive officer (CEO) effective July 1, as Cathy Jacobson retires as CEO of the organization.

Jeffrey Matthews, MD, appointed University of Chicago Health System Surgeon-in-Chief - UChicago Medicine

In addition to serving as System Surgeon-in-Chief, Matthews will continue his role as Chair of the Department of Surgery.

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BONUS: AI IN HEALTHCARE

AI's Potential to Cut Healthcare Costs

In a recent paper published by the Paragon Health Institute, the potential of AI to reduce healthcare costs is thoroughly examined. Highlights from the paper include:

  • Potential Savings: AI could reduce administrative costs by 7-14% and medical costs by 5-8%, particularly through enhanced data processing and predictive analytics.

  • Efficiency Gains: AI can streamline administrative tasks such as billing, scheduling, and resource allocation, significantly cutting overhead costs.

  • Improved Diagnostics: AI enhances diagnostic accuracy in fields like radiology and ophthalmology, reducing unnecessary procedures and improving patient outcomes.

  • Autonomous Care: Remote monitoring and treatment through AI can decrease hospital stays and related expenses by providing continuous patient care at home.

  • Barriers to Implementation: Key obstacles include regulatory barriers, misaligned payment incentives, high initial investment costs, and the need for substantial training.

  • Regulatory Recommendations: The paper suggests that Congress should focus on removing regulatory and payment barriers that hinder AI adoption. It also cautions against large taxpayer investments or forced technology adoption.

  • Data Integration and Security: Emphasis on the need for robust data integration and security measures to protect patient information and ensure compliance with privacy laws.

Explore the full paper to understand how AI can transform healthcare while overcoming these barriers: Lowering Health Care Costs Through AI: The Possibilities and Barriers

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– Joe Burke, Leaders In Health