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Can Mass. turn the health care crisis around?
The Bay State is already struggling with a primary care provider crisis, and the head of the largest not-for-profit health care system in Central Massachusetts sees an increasingly grim road ahead if current trends persist.
Congress should reauthorize Hospital-at-Home
How seasoned CEOs earned team buy-in for new initiatives
As we began to capture and implement caregiver ideas over time, we were able to reinforce our system-wide dedication to continuous improvement and show our employees that we took their input seriously.
Dr. Eric Dickson | President and CEO, UMass Memorial Health
After a decade — or 2 — at the helm, these CEOs have grown with their systems
My leadership style will always be a work in progress, because I believe my team deserves a leader who is continually evolving and growing.
Dr. Eric Dickson | President and CEO, UMass Memorial Health
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Two 45-year employees at Milford MA Regional Medical Center honored at WooSox game
Two Milford Regional Medical Center caregivers were recently recognized as Hometown Heroes at a Worcester Red Sox game for their 45 years of service to the hospital, according to a community announcement.
Opinion/Guest column: For UMass Memorial Health, Trump bill One Big Headache
I pledge my commitment to stand strong and work with our amazing “army of problem-solvers” to ensure we can conquer this new era together — potentially our biggest challenge yet — ensuring we are financially healthy enough to be here for decades to come.
Dr. Eric Dickson | President and CEO, UMass Memorial Health
80 health IT & revenue cycle up-and-comers | 2025
Up-and-comers in health IT and revenue cycle management are stepping into key leadership roles, driving innovation in organizational strategy, financial performance and care delivery. These forward-thinking leaders bring fresh ideas that are making a powerful impact across hospitals, health systems...
[Angela Confoey] has achieved “Epic Gold Stars Level 10” for four consecutive years, thanks in part to patient-centered digital innovations like mobile payments, price estimates and self-service scheduling tools.
Becker's Hospital Review
2 Women Honored For 45 Years Of Service At Milford Hospital
Two local women were recognized for their many years of service at a hospital in Milford. Maureen Corron and Kathleen Melanson got the chance to throw out the first pitch at a Worcester Red Sox game on July 20. The two have worked at UMass Memorial Health — Milford Regional for 45 years, according...
2025 best healthcare employers for women: Forbes
Forty hospitals and health systems were recognized on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Employers for Women 2025. The list, in its eighth year, includes 700 companies and was developed in partnership with market research firm Statista. Rankings are based on surveys from more than 140,000 women employed...
Empathy by Design: Rethinking Patient Engagement for the Digital Age
The advent of EHRs promised better patient engagement and optimized workflows, but has efficiency overtaken empathy and patient-centered care?
Transforming health care through connected technologies
In the post-pandemic era, health care organizations are grappling with a complex set of challenges—from dwindling clinical staff and rising patient acuity to the economic strain of delivering more with significantly fewer resources.