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Dr. Gladys Ayala named dean of NYU Long Island School of Medicine
Gladys Ayala, MD, has been selected as the next dean and chief academic officer of NYU Long Island School of Medicine in Mineola, N.Y. Dr. Ayala assumes the role with more than 25 years of experience in medical education, according to a Jan. 3 release from the school. -
Rejuvenate Bio taps Dr. Deborah Ascheim as chief medical officer
Rejuvenate Bio has appointed Deborah Ascheim, MD, as the company's first chief medical officer. -
15 physicians stepping into leadership roles in December
Here are 15 physicians moving into leadership roles Becker's has reported on since Dec. 15:
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New York dermatologist recognized by Continental Who's Who
James Krueger, MD, PhD, has been recognized as a Top Pinnacle Member by Continental Who's Who, according to a Dec. 29 release. Dr. Krueger was selected for his work as a dermatologist at Rockefeller University Hospital in New York City. -
13 innovative health systems, leaders in 2022
Health systems have had to grow and develop in new ways in 2022 while dealing with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and supply and staffing shortages nationwide. The American Medical Association has named 13 health systems and leaders that have made lasting impacts on innovation in 2022. -
ER physicians seek to ban private equity staffing practices
Emergency physicians and consumer advocates across several states are seeking to ban private equity staffing practices, according to a Dec. 27 report from Tennessee Lookout. -
Dr. James Callaghan named COO of Franciscan Alliance
James Callaghan, MD, has been promoted to senior vice president and chief operating officer of Mishawaka, Ind.--based Franciscan Alliance, which oversees 12 hospitals across Illinois and Indiana. Dr. Callaghan will assume the role Jan. 1.
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Dr. Alexandra Clark named CMO of Riverside University Medical Center
Alexandra Clark, MD, has been named chief medical officer of Riverside University Medical Center in Moreno Valley, Cal., Riverside University Health System announced in a release Dec. 29. -
Physician wants hospital CEO pay capped at $800K
Kenneth Frisof, MD, a retired family medicine physician from Cleveland-based MetroHealth System, is calling for a CEO pay cap after the health system's CEO allegedly gave himself and others more than $2.2 million in unauthorized bonuses, Dr. Frisof wrote in a letter published Dec. 24 on cleveland.com. -
Washington health department suspends physician license after child molestation allegations
A physician in Washington has had his license suspended by the Washington State Department of Health following allegations of child molestation, according to a Dec. 28 report from NBC King 5. -
AMA: 5 tips for managing medical student loan debt
The American Medical Association recently released a guide for residents, fellows and young physicians on how to manage their student debt. Here are five tips from that guide:
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Georgia state senator joins Georgia Department of Community Health as chief medical officer
Dean Burke, MD, has resigned from his position as a Georgia state senator to step in as the chief medical officer for the state's department of community health, the agency announced Dec. 22. Dr. Burke represented the state's 11th district. -
Wisconsin physicians urge against court-ordered use of ivermectin
Physicians in Wisconsin are urging the state Supreme Court to rule against compelling hospitals to provide ivermectin to patients with COVID-19 despite studies showing it can be ineffective and potentially harmful, according to a Dec. 23 report from the American Medical Association. -
How the role of physician assistant changed in 2022
Several things changed for practicing physician assistants in 2022, including new recertification options and forward movement on telehealth laws, according to a Dec. 29 report from Medscape. -
Castle Connolly announces collaboration with Dr. Dominik Chrzan
New York City-based Castle Connolly Private Health Partners announced its collaboration with Dominik Chrzan, MD, to bring comprehensive primary care services and preventive medicine to South Florida in a Dec. 28 release. -
Dr. Darrin Nichols named CMO of Coplin Health Systems
Elizabeth, W. Va.-based Coplin Health Systems has selected Darrin Nichols, MD, as its next chief medical officer. Dr. Nichols is a family physician who will continue to care for patients at Wirt County Family Care while leading Coplin Health, according to a release from the health system. -
Dr. Jennifer Shuford named Texas DSHS commissioner
The Texas Department of State Health Services selected Jennifer Shuford, MD, as its next commissioner Dec. 27. Dr. Shuford has worked with the department since 2017 and has served as interim commissioner since September, according to a report from the Texas Tribune. -
OSF Health names new VP, chief medical officer
Peoria, Ill.-based OSF Healthcare has appointed Glenn Milos, MD, as the new vice president and chief medical officer at OSF St. Mary Medical Center in Galesburg, Ill., and OSF Holy Family Medical Center in Monmouth, Ill., according to a Dec. 28 report from WGIL. -
MyCare Medical acquires Texas multispecialty physician group
MyCare Medical acquired Jacinto Medical Group, which has locations in Baytown and LaPorte, Texas. -
3 ways to boost physician recruiting, per the AMA
Physicians, administrators and CEOs alike are recognizing the importance of recruiting — and retaining — staff.
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