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How to Choose Strategic Planning Software for Large Hospital Systems

Discover what large hospital systems should look for in strategic planning software, from patient-centric performance tracking and compliance oversight to financial reporting and multisite strategy execution.

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Ultrasonic Transducers in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: Applications and Cost Analysis

Ultrasonic transducers support diverse applications across pharmaceutical manufacturing, from cleaning and mixing to process monitoring. As you evaluate new equipment investments, technical performance represents only part of the decision.

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What Are the Benefits of Using Automated Laboratory Equipment?

Explore the benefits of automated laboratory equipment, including faster drug discovery, improved data quality, greater safety and more intelligent research workflows.

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72% of Patients Prefer Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery: What Healthcare Leaders Need to Know

With 72% of surveyed patients preferring minimally invasive spine surgery, healthcare leaders must ensure their operational infrastructure can keep pace with growing demand.

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How Healthcare Leaders Can Evaluate High-Value Liver Health Management Solutions

Discover how healthcare leaders can evaluate liver health management solutions based on clinical accuracy, workflow efficiency, interoperability, adaptability and long-term value.

Healthcare professional discussing surrogacy care and treatment options with a patient.
Psychological Readiness for Surrogacy: What Healthcare Providers Should Know

Explore how healthcare providers can assess psychological readiness for surrogacy, establish screening standards and support gestational carriers before, during and after pregnancy.

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Benefits of Combining Massage Tools with Commercial-Grade Cold Therapy for Physical Therapy Patients

Discover how combining massage tools with commercial-grade cold therapy can support pain management, reduce inflammation and improve efficiency in physical therapy clinics.

Best children’s hospitals 2026 rankings showing changes to the US News pediatric Honor Roll
Which hospitals lead the 2026 pediatric rankings?

US News & World Report has named 11 hospitals to its 2026-2027 Best Children’s Hospitals Honor Roll. Lurie Children’s and UPMC Children’s joined the group, while Boston Children’s ranked first in seven of 10 numerically ranked pediatric specialties. The results also show how specialty strength, regional access and clinical measures shape the broader rankings.

AbbVie completes $10.9 billion acquisition of Apogee Therapeutics
AbbVie’s $10.9 billion Apogee deal deepens its immunology bet

AbbVie has completed its $10.9 billion acquisition of Apogee Therapeutics, gaining clinical-stage drugs for atopic dermatitis, asthma and other inflammatory diseases. The deal strengthens AbbVie’s immunology pipeline but is expected to dilute earnings until the next decade.

California hospital spending growth targets and enforcement framework
California sets tougher spending limits for hospitals

California is adding financial penalties to its health care spending growth targets. Hospitals now face tighter oversight as the state tests whether stronger enforcement can slow costs without putting added pressure on access or finances.

HCA Healthcare expands its healthcare education strategy through the acquisition of CHCP
HCA turns to education as healthcare workforce demand rises

HCA Healthcare has completed its acquisition of the College of Health Care Professions, adding more than 8000 students and 10 Texas campuses to its education network. The deal comes as US healthcare employment is projected to grow faster than the wider labor market through 2034.

Revenue Cycle Management in Healthcare
What Is Revenue Cycle Management in Healthcare?

Revenue cycle management (RCM) failures cost your organization more than delayed payments.