Advanced Micro Devices Inc. (NASDAQ: AMD), a leading semiconductor company, has recently ventured into the life sciences sector through a strategic partnership with Absci Corp. (NASDAQ: ABSI), an AI-based drug developer. This collaboration marks AMD’s first significant move into this domain, aiming
The acquisition of hospitals by private equity firms has become a growing trend in the United States, promising improved efficiency and financial stability. However, recent studies challenge these claims, suggesting that the cost of such acquisitions may come at a significant price to patient care.
A recent investigation led by the U.S. Senate Committee on the Budget has raised alarm over the deteriorating care in hospitals owned by private equity (PE) firms across the United States. This bipartisan probe, spearheaded by Senators Chuck Grassley and Sheldon Whitehouse, delved into the growing
The healthcare sector has made remarkable strides in medical and technological advancements, yet patient satisfaction remains a significant challenge. This article explores the potential of a Chief Experience Officer (CXO) to bridge this gap by drawing on concepts from the hospitality industry,
The Royal Marsden, a specialist cancer center in the UK, has been at the forefront of cancer treatment and research since its founding in 1851. Known for its pioneering work, the center has grown to be one of the top four cancer centers worldwide in terms of research impact. Operating from four
The article provides an in-depth analysis of the implementation and impacts of the diagnosis-related groups (DRG) costing model at Universiti Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC), highlighting vast improvements in efficiency and quality of care. Prof. Dr. Maznah Dahlui, a health economist from Universiti
