Search Tag: healthcare leadership
2025 18 Oct
Healthcare is moving from disconnected digitisation to purposeful integration where data, workflows and people align around patient value. The shift demands more than new tools: it requires upgraded infrastructure, clear governance, skilled teams and a culture that treats technology as an enabler of safer, faster, fairer care. AI now sits...Read more
2025 15 Oct
Environmental sustainability has moved from aspiration to operational concern in healthcare owing to the sector’s footprint and growing climate risks. A national survey of Italian healthcare organisations assessed how sustainability is recognised by leadership, translated into formal commitments and implemented across key domains in the absence...Read more
2025 15 Oct
Environmental sustainability has moved from aspiration to operational concern in healthcare owing to the sector’s footprint and growing climate risks. A national survey of Italian healthcare organisations assessed how sustainability is recognised by leadership, translated into formal commitments and implemented across key domains in the absence...Read more
2025 15 Oct
Environmental sustainability has moved from aspiration to operational concern in healthcare owing to the sector’s footprint and growing climate risks. A national survey of Italian healthcare organisations assessed how sustainability is recognised by leadership, translated into formal commitments and implemented across key domains in the absence...Read more
2025 26 Aug
The Healthcare CMO Summit 2025 is set to take place on September 11-12, 2025 , at the luxurious Park Hyatt Aviara Resort in San Diego, California . This exclusive, invitation-only summit brings together Chief Medical Officers (CMOs) and innovative healthcare solution providers to discuss pressing clinical challenges and market developments. ...Read more
2025 18 Aug
Physician attire is more than a matter of style. It influences how patients perceive professionalism, competence and empathy, shaping relationships that underpin effective care. Over time, clothing has become symbolic of authority in medicine, with the white coat in particular acting as an emblem of clinical identity. Yet expectations are not...Read more
2025 12 Aug
Burnout in healthcare is often framed as a clinical issue, yet the strain on administrative staff is equally significant and far less visible. Those managing data, finances, compliance and operations form the backbone of health systems, but their challenges rarely receive the same attention as those on the front line of patient care. Recent findings...Read more
2025 26 Apr
The shift toward remote and hybrid work in healthcare has evolved from a temporary solution into a permanent transformation. With 60% of medical group leaders maintaining current levels of remote work and 22% planning to increase them, this new model is reshaping healthcare operations. Between 2019 and 2022, remote work in healthcare surged by...Read more
2025 02 Apr
The healthcare industry faces a paradox of progress and persistent pressure. While signs of recovery are evident, ongoing financial, operational and workforce challenges are testing the resilience of leaders. The B.E. Smith “Healthcare Leadership Trends for 2025” report presents a clear view into how executives are navigating recruitment, retention,...Read more
2025 17 Mar
It has been announced today (17 March) that Amanda Pritchard has been appointed as the next Chief Executive of Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust. This follows the announcement in January that current Chief Executive Professor Ian Abbs intends to stand down during 2025. The appointment follows a competitive recruitment process and was...Read more
2025 03 Mar
In 2024, the International Hospital Federation (IHF) undertook a range of initiatives to support global healthcare leadership. The organisation focuses on leadership development, knowledge exchange, advocacy and sustainability, aiming to strengthen hospital and healthcare systems worldwide. Through various programmes, workshops and collaborations,...Read more
2025 27 Feb
The second day of the European Congress of Radiology featured discussions on advancing radiographic practice, addressing challenges in standardisation, workforce development and training. Experts examined the evolution of advanced practice, the barriers to career progression and the need for clearer frameworks to support the radiography profession....Read more
2025 19 Feb
marcusevans Summits is proud to announce the upcoming Healthcare CEO & Executive Strategy Summit, taking place on May 15-16, 2025, at the Encore Boston Harbor. This exclusive, invitation-only event will bring together senior-level healthcare executives and innovative solution providers to tackle critical challenges facing the industry. ...Read more
2025 13 Feb
Organisational professionalism (OP) in healthcare extends beyond individual competence and ethical behaviour to encompass the collective culture, governance and accountability frameworks of institutions. High-performing healthcare organisations recognise that fostering OP is essential for maintaining public trust, ensuring patient-centred care...Read more
2024 02 Dec
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into healthcare marks a pivotal moment for the sector, offering unprecedented opportunities while introducing complex challenges. Beyond its potential for operational improvements, AI requires a fundamental rethinking of leadership approaches. Leaders must now navigate a dual responsibility: using...Read more
2024 02 Dec
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into healthcare marks a pivotal moment for the sector, offering unprecedented opportunities while introducing complex challenges. Beyond its potential for operational improvements, AI requires a fundamental rethinking of leadership approaches. Leaders must now navigate a dual responsibility: using...Read more
2024 02 Dec
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of the greatest threats to global health, undermining the ability to treat infections and increasing the burden on healthcare systems worldwide. This challenge arises from the overuse and misuse of antimicrobials, particularly antibiotics, which accelerates the emergence of resistant pathogens. Antimicrobial...Read more
2024 02 Dec
Mentorship and sponsorship are pivotal for nurturing talent and developing leadership in the healthcare sector. A recent panel discussion chaired by Dr. Pascale Anglade of Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, as part of the IHF’s Women in Leadership Special Interest Group, explored the profound impact of these practices. This insightful session brought...Read more
2024 29 Nov
The AI-Driven Talent Revolution in Healthcare marks a transformative shift as AI technologies enhance patient care and streamline operations. By leveraging tools like machine learning and natural language processing, AI enables personalised treatments and predictive analytics, improving outcomes and efficiency. However, challenges such as workforce...Read more
2024 26 Nov
The healthcare industry is grappling with an unprecedented workforce crisis. Despite modest post-pandemic improvements, staff retention remains a significant challenge for hospitals and health systems. Central to this issue is the generational divide within the workforce, as younger employees, particularly Generation Z, bring new expectations...Read more
2024 18 Nov
Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly viewed as a transformative force in healthcare, potentially revolutionising care delivery, reorganising operations and improving outcomes. However, as with any innovation, AI adoption comes with its own set of challenges. Healthcare executives face obstacles that range from ensuring workforce acceptance...Read more
2024 12 Nov
The 2025 Healthcare CMO Summit is an exclusive invitation-only event designed to bring together Chief Medical Officers (CMOs) and innovative suppliers and solution providers. Scheduled for February 3-4, 2025 , at The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas , the summit will address key clinical healthcare challenges and relevant market developments....Read more
2024 01 Aug
In healthcare, embracing diverse thinking is not just a theoretical concept but a practical necessity, creating an environment where diverse thinking is not only allowed but also embraced and applauded. This principle challenges the comfort of conformity and calls for a cultural shift towards valuing varied perspectives and experiences . A Healthcare...Read more
2024 11 Jul
The COVID-19 pandemic has undeniably accelerated the adoption of digital healthcare technologies by both providers and consumers. In response, numerous companies have ventured into the healthcare arena, offering services such as pharmaceutical deliveries, telehealth visits, concierge primary care, and a myriad of other e-health solutions. This...Read more
2024 11 Jul
The COVID-19 pandemic has undeniably accelerated the adoption of digital healthcare technologies by both providers and consumers. In response, numerous companies have ventured into the healthcare arena, offering services such as pharmaceutical deliveries, telehealth visits, concierge primary care, and a myriad of other e-health solutions. This...Read more
2024 10 Jun
Experienced Healthcare Leader to Head Global Virtual Care Company Teladoc Health, Inc., the global leader in whole-person virtual care announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Charles “Chuck” Divita, III, as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Concurrent with his role as CEO, Mr. Divita has also joined Teladoc Health’s...Read more
2024 21 May
Julia Puchtler has been named senior vice president and chief financial officer of the University of Pennsylvania Health System (UPHS), effective July 1, 2024. Puchtler currently serves as chief financial officer of the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP), an integrated academic medical campus at the center of Penn Medicine’s clinical,...Read more
2024 16 Apr
Prepare to be inspired and informed as Rio gears up to host the 47th IHF World Hospital Congress this September. The Congress promises a lineup of sessions and activities featuring distinguished international speakers who will delve into the most pressing challenges and exciting opportunities for healthcare executives today. Here’s a glimpse of...Read more