HCA Healthcare

Medical technology back on track

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

The broad healthcare sector and the medical technology sector, buoyed by resurgent investor interest, delivered even better returns.

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  • The broad healthcare sector and the medical technology sector, buoyed by resurgent investor interest, delivered even better returns.
  • “We also anticipate a big boost in growth from the increasing use of artificial intelligence in the medical technology and healthcare services industries,” Stefan Blum adds.
  • These were generally characterized by strong growth momentum in surgical procedures and an optimistic outlook for the 2024 fiscal year,” Marcel Fritsch comments.
  • Elevance, which is focused on employer-sponsored health insurance plans, reported better-than-expected profits thanks to a drop in medical costs and an increase in management’s earnings guidance for 2024.

E.J. Kuiper Announced as New President and CEO of Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

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Monday, February 26, 2024

Kuiper has been selected as the next President and Chief Executive Officer and leader of Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System (FMOLHS).

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  • Kuiper has been selected as the next President and Chief Executive Officer and leader of Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System (FMOLHS).
  • is an accomplished, proven and visionary leader with a commitment to Catholic healthcare,” said Bobby Yarborough, FMOLHS Board Chair.
  • served as CEO of the Illinois Division of Hospital Sisters Health System, which included 9 hospitals, a nursing college and medical group with $1.4 billion in revenue.
  • He was recognized as a rising star in the health system and after serving in progressive leadership roles, he ultimately became COO of the facility.

HCA Healthcare Named as One of the 2024 World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere

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Monday, March 4, 2024

HCA Healthcare has been recognized 14 times and is one of only four honorees in the Healthcare Providers category this year.

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  • HCA Healthcare has been recognized 14 times and is one of only four honorees in the Healthcare Providers category this year.
  • “Being named as one of the World’s Most Ethical companies for the 14th time is a reflection of our commitment to the values on which HCA Healthcare was founded,” said Sam Hazen, CEO of HCA Healthcare.
  • In 2023, colleagues logged more than 180,000 volunteer hours and gave $16.9 million in giving with HCA Healthcare matching.
  • In 2023, HCA Healthcare and the HCA Healthcare Foundation gave more than $43 million to community organizations across the nation.

HCA Healthcare, Inc. to Present at March Healthcare Conference

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

HCA Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE:HCA), is scheduled to present at the following healthcare conference:

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  • HCA Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE:HCA), is scheduled to present at the following healthcare conference:
    March 12, 2024 at 10:00 am ET at the 34th Oppenheimer Annual Virtual Healthcare Conference.
  • A link to the live audio webcast, where applicable, and copies of any related presentation materials will be made available at the Investor Relations section of the Company’s website, www.hcahealthcare.com .
  • Dates and times may be subject to change, please check the conference schedule or the Investor Relations section of the Company’s website for the latest information.

Sheppard Mullin Adds Leading Healthcare Partner Megan Rooney in Chicago

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Monday, February 26, 2024

Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP is pleased to announce that Healthcare partner Megan Rooney has joined the firm in Chicago.

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  • Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP is pleased to announce that Healthcare partner Megan Rooney has joined the firm in Chicago.
  • Rooney’s move to Sheppard Mullin comes on the heels of partner Douglas Swill , who also joined the Healthcare industry team in Chicago earlier this month.
  • “Adding Doug and now Megan underscores our strategic focus to continuing to grow our Healthcare team with attorneys who have a deep understanding of the healthcare landscape,” said Luca Salvi, chair of Sheppard Mullin.
  • A former healthcare professional with first-hand clinical experience, Rooney brings unique insight into the business challenges and opportunities facing her clients.

HCA Healthcare’s Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute Implements New Outpatient Model for CAR T-cell Therapy

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

HCA Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE:HCA), one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers, today announced that the Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute (SCCI) of HCA Healthcare has successfully established an integrated management process that safely transitioned more than 75% of HCA Healthcare’s CAR T-cell therapy patients into an outpatient setting for monitoring.

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  • HCA Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE:HCA), one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers, today announced that the Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute (SCCI) of HCA Healthcare has successfully established an integrated management process that safely transitioned more than 75% of HCA Healthcare’s CAR T-cell therapy patients into an outpatient setting for monitoring.
  • “Patients heal better outside the hospital if they can get these complicated therapies, which carry risk for significant complications, safely in the outpatient setting,” said Dr. Navneet Majhail, physician-in-chief of blood cancers, Sarah Cannon Transplant & Cellular Therapy Network.
  • During the CAR T-cell treatment process, T-cells are drawn from a patient’s blood and genetically modified to recognize the patient’s cancer cells when reinfused.
  • Patients are treated across multiple cell therapy programs using standardized eligibility criteria, clinical pathways, and guidelines for supportive care and toxicity management.

Nursa to Participate in Key Engagements at ViVE 2024

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

Nursa , a nationwide platform that exists to put a nurse at the bedside of every patient in need, has announced its participation at ViVE 2024, Feb. 25-28, in Los Angeles.

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  • Nursa , a nationwide platform that exists to put a nurse at the bedside of every patient in need, has announced its participation at ViVE 2024, Feb. 25-28, in Los Angeles.
  • Nursa and its leaders also will participate in the following panels and events throughout the conference:
    9 a.m. – 3 p.m. PT – American Red Cross Blood Drive: Through a partnership with the American Red Cross and Nursa, ViVE attendees can donate blood to help address the national blood shortage and potentially save a life.
  • To learn more about Nursa and its mission to put a nurse at the bedside of every patient in need, please visit Nursa.com .
  • To request a meeting with a Nursa leader during ViVE, please contact [email protected] .

DocGo Senior Leadership Hires Deepen Public Health, Value-based Care Experience

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

DocGo Inc. (Nasdaq: DCGO), a leading provider of technology-enabled mobile health services, today announced the addition of two senior leaders bringing significant experience in large-scale public health program management and value-based care partnerships with health plans.

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  • DocGo Inc. (Nasdaq: DCGO), a leading provider of technology-enabled mobile health services, today announced the addition of two senior leaders bringing significant experience in large-scale public health program management and value-based care partnerships with health plans.
  • Jen McLean has joined as Vice President of Government and Public Health Programs from her most recent role as Chief Operating Officer of City Harvest in New York City.
  • DocGo’s virtual, deployable care delivery model serves governments and health plans by providing healthcare, behavioral health and related support to people wherever they are outside of the walls of traditional health care facilities.
  • “I’m focused on bringing support to DocGo’s significant public health initiatives in partnership with New York City and communities across the country.

UnityAI Secures $4 Million in Seed Funding to Revolutionize Hospital Flow

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Using their collective experience and insights, they established UnityAI with a mission to transform how hospitals optimize patient flow.

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  • Using their collective experience and insights, they established UnityAI with a mission to transform how hospitals optimize patient flow.
  • A guiding principle for UnityAI is to simultaneously improve quality and efficiency by improving operational smoothness.
  • "We are thrilled to have the support of our investors as we embark on this mission to revolutionize hospital flow," said Dr. Jackson, CEO of UnityAI.
  • UnityAI has already achieved significant milestones with its initial funding and is poised to disrupt the traditional hospital bed management paradigm.

HCA Announces Proposed Public Offering of Senior Notes

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

HCA Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE: HCA) today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, HCA Inc., proposes to offer senior notes, subject to market and other considerations.

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  • HCA Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE: HCA) today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, HCA Inc., proposes to offer senior notes, subject to market and other considerations.
  • Actual terms of the senior notes, including maturity, interest rate and principal amount, will depend on market conditions at the time of pricing.
  • HCA Inc. intends to use the net proceeds from this offering for the repayment of near-term maturities and for general corporate purposes.
  • The offering of the senior notes is being made pursuant to an effective shelf registration statement filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.