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  1. How compensation has changed for 3 cardiology specialties

    Three cardiology specialties have all seen compensation increases of at least 10% since 2019, according to a report from the Medical Group Management Association.
  2. The most challenging part of being a cardiologist

    Being a cardiologist comes with many challenges.
  3. The best, worst states to practice medicine: 2024

    Wisconsin has been named the best state to practice medicine for 2024, according to Medscape's "Best & Worst Places to Practice" report, published May 30. In contrast, West Virginia has been named the worst state in which to practice. 

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  1. 10 ASCs hiring administrators

    Here are 10 ASCs across the U.S. that have posted job listings for administrators within the last month:
  2. 7 new ASCs in May

    Here are seven ASCs opened or announced in May, as reported by Becker's:
  3. Are anesthesiologists taking on extra work to boost pay?

    Forty-eight percent of anesthesiologists are taking on extra work to boost their pay, according to Medscape's 2024 "Anesthesiologist Compensation Report," published May 24. 
  4. Former CEO admits to stealing hospital funds

    Charles Hatfield, the former CEO of Williamson (W.Va.) Memorial Hospital, has pleaded guilty to stealing hospital money for personal use. 

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  1. Physician pay growth by region

    Primary care physicians in the West saw a 15.1% increase in pay from 2019 to 2023, according to the Medical Group Management Association's "Provider Compensation and Productivity Data Report."
  2. Surgery Center Cedar Rapids adds Mako robot

    The Surgery Center Cedar Rapids (Iowa) now offers hip and knee replacements using device manufacturer Stryker's Mako SmartRobotics system, CBS affiliate KGAN reported May 29.
  3. Are anesthesiologists impacted by competition?

    A minority of anesthesiologists say their income is either somewhat or considerably affected by competing physician practices, according to Medscape's 2024 "Anesthesiologist Compensation Report," published May 24. 
  4. Trinity Health adds Michigan GI practices

    Grand Rapids, Mich.-based Trinity Health Medical Group has added Grand River Gastroenterology and the Grand River Endoscopy Center to its network. 

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  1. Dr. Maria Abreu named AGA president

    Gastroenterologist Maria Abreu, MD, has been appointed the 119th president of the American Gastroenterological Association, effective May 30. 
  2. 5 new cardiology outpatient care sites

    Here are five cardiology ASCs and medical office buildings that have recently opened, expanded service lines or are in the process of opening, as reported by Becker's since May 2:
  3. 7 medical office building deals totaling $121M+

    Here are seven medical office building deals that total more than $121 million that Becker's has reported on since May 1:
  4. Michigan physician sentenced for practicing without a license

    Michigan urogynecologist Husam Abed, MD, has been sentenced to 30 days in jail for practicing medicine without a license. 
  5. GI Alliance's 5-year recap: 45 updates

    GI Alliance is one of the largest gastroenterology groups in the industry, supporting more than 300 practice affiliates and over 900 providers. 
  6. TJR costs: 2018 vs. 2024

    The average cost of six total joint replacements have changed by thousands of dollars between 2018 and 2024.
  7. Dello Russo Laser Vision adds New York location

    Bergenfield, N.J.-based Dello Russo Laser Vision is opening an eye surgery center in New Rochelle, N.Y., Westfair Business Journal reported May 29.
  8. Montana cardiologist opens direct heart-care practice

    Nancy Hua, DO, opened a direct heart-care cardiology practice Billings, Mont., according to a May 30 report by KTVQ.
  9. Tenet moves to ink 30-year lease with California hospital: What ASCs need to know

    Tenet Healthcare, parent company of ASC giant United Surgical Partners International, is one step closer to securing a 30-year lease for the 387-bed Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, Calif., the Desert Sun reported.

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