Here are five notable achievements by physicians in clinical care, research, leadership and more as reported by Becker’s since Jan. 1, 2026: If you would like to nominate a physician please email fmathewes@beckershealthcare.com. 1. G. Burkhard Mackensen, MD, PhD, professor…
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Physician residents and fellows perform better when they feel like they are working in an environment of trust, a December 2025 study published in JAMA Surgery found. The study evaluated 6,136 surgical residents’ sense of belonging and their performance on…
Physicians are facing a range of challenges in the hospitals, health systems and independent practices alike, from increased threats of violence to financial strain and burnout—increasing and complicating the demands placed on physician leaders. However, physicians are rarely trained in…
Here are 14 chief medical officers that were announced or appointed since Jan. 1, 2026, as reported by Becker’s: 1. Joel Rose, MD, was appointed chief medical officer at UNC Health Wayne. 2. Gelareh Zadeh, MD, PhD, was appointed David…
Here are three physicians who were either appointed to or stepped down from the CEO role in January, as reported by Becker’s: 1. Vera Yigle-Kaljob, MD, was appointed CEO of Triangle Springs, a behavioral health facility in Raleigh, N.C. 2.…
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The Rural Health Transformation Program, enacted under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, aims to improve access, care quality and infrastructure in rural communities. The program created a $50 billion fund to distribute across all 50 states from 2026 to…
Scott Kozin, MD, has been promoted to chief medical officer of Tampa, Fla.-based Shriners Children’s healthcare system, according to a Jan. 23 news release from the health system. Dr. Shriner previously served as chief of staff for Shriners Hospitals for…
Sanford Health Fargo (N.D.) has announced several changes to its physician leadership team, the Grand Forks Herland reported Jan. 22. 1. Doug Griffin, MD, is retiring from his position as chief physician in May. Dr. Griffin has practiced family medicine…
Advancements in physician ownership models and AI are a few of the things that physicians are eyeing with anticipation in the year ahead. Two physicians recently joined Becker’s to discuss what is exciting them in healthcare. Editor’s note: Responses have…
The relationship between physicians and their patients has come under intense pressure in recent years as medical misinformation and corporate interests become dominant forces in healthcare. Three physicians recently joined Becker’s to discuss what they see as the biggest disruptions…