Eric C. Reese, PhD

Selected from hundreds of fellow nominees, Alyson Belz, FHFMA, MBA, has been named to Crain’s New York Business 40 under 40, which highlights dynamic young professionals across industries who demonstrate meaningful leadership in their communities. The honor caps Belz’s more than a decade of leadership experience focused on improving outcomes and reducing inefficiencies. She currently…

Jessica Graham is serving as CFO of Banner – University Medical Center Tucson Banner – University Medical Center Tucson appointed Jessica Graham, MBA, as CFO in May. Graham’s previous appointments include more than six years with Houston-based Memorial Hermann Health System and a 10-month stint as interim vice president and chief business officer with University…

Three HFMA members — a former Chair of HFMA’s Board, a current HFMA Board member and a current chapter president — have each moved into new healthcare finance positions. Tammie Jackson is serving as chief commercial officer at Knowtion Health Tammie Jackson, FHFMA, MHA, a former Chair of HFMA’s Board, accepted the position as chief…

Five HFMA members have recently advanced to CEO and CFO leadership positions in healthcare. Ohio State Wexner Medical Center names Richard Silveria as CFO Richard Silveria joins Ohio State Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio, as CFO on April 1. He previously served as senior vice president and system CFO at Cape Cod Healthcare in Hyannis,…

Regina Herzlinger, Nancy R. McPherson Professor of Business Administration at the Harvard Business School, emphasizes the importance of education in promoting innovation in healthcare. She highlights the need for healthcare organizations to consider the six exogenous forces of innovation, including competition, financing, technology, accountability, public policy, and consumer ratings. She also stresses the need for healthcare organizations to have a portfolio of revenue and supply sources, and the potential for technology to improve healthcare technology. Additionally, Herzlinger argues that education is crucial for sustaining innovation, particularly in the areas of technology, cost control, and consumer involvement.

Gail R. Wilensky, PhD, a leading figure in healthcare policy, passed away at the age of 81, leaving behind a legacy of contributions to the healthcare industry and a lasting impact on healthcare policy.

Homelessness poses a daunting national challenge. And the challenge worsened as a result of the pandemic, rising from roughly 582,000 people in 2022 to more than 653,000 people in 2023.a Clearly, keeping homeless people out of the ED is a pivotal goal in the battle against homelessness. But it is one that health systems cannot…

This issue of HFMA’s Cost Effectiveness of Health Report, sponsored by Kaufman, Hall & Associates, LLC, offers perspectives on developments in personalized medicine for patients and insights into how healthcare providers can help to maintain Medicaid coverage in their communities. Healthcare 2030 Let’s get personal: Tailoring care to the patient’s needs presents an opportunity for…

As 2024 begins to unfold, a key question challenges healthcare finance leaders: What are likely to be the defining issues for healthcare in the coming year?   Finance leaders should consider this question to make sure they are attuned to the potential for industry shifts, both positive and negative. And as they contemplate what’s in store…

This issue of HFMA’s Cost Effectiveness of Health Report, sponsored by Kaufman Hall, & Associates, LLC, provides insights from industry thought leaders on how hospitals and health systems can build trust among the people they serve. Other articles explore the benefits of improving interoperability and care coordination. Patient experience  10 Keys to restoring trust in healthcare By Nick Hut Key…