By aligning incentives and encouraging collaboration across sectors, we can build a resilient system that adapts to changing needs and delivers value to all stakeholders.
Randy Bolyga, founder CEO of RXNT, built his medical software company without venture capital, relying instead on SBA loans and a conservative, cash-positive growth strategy. He believes many venture capital-backed healthcare startups fail because they chase rapid growth without sustainable business models or a deep understanding of the market.
Employees who enjoy their benefits are more inclined to stay with their company. A 2025 Marsh McLennan Agency report said 73% of employees would remain if plan options were better.
Hospitals are seeking to offset their expenses any way they can, and some are taking a “two-sided green” approach — meaning pursuing renewable energy initiatives that will save money in the long run. These hospitals are on track to save millions, and some already have.
For the November episode, we discuss some recent executive hires and departures occurring in the healthcare sector, as well as layoffs affecting the industry. We also hear from Jeff Good, who just became Northwestern Medicine’s first chief sustainability executive.
Sustainability efforts in healthcare have a high return on investment and are worth leaders’ time, budget and resources. But one question remains – how?
The healthcare industry is responsible for 4.4% of global net emissions, or over 2 gigatons of carbon dioxide (CO2). The need to address this fact is so pressing that the World Health Organization (WHO) recently put out a comprehensive set of climate guidelines for healthcare facilities across the world.
The layout of your phlebotomy station can significantly impact efficiency. A well-thought-out setup ensures that every tool is within reach, minimizing unnecessary movement and reducing patient wait times.
By moving decisively to address waste, emissions and social inequality, organizations can turn sustainability into a competitive advantage. Here’s how.
Independent physician practices are being gobbled up by hospitals, payers and private equity, and while some see it as a boon for the practices and industry as a whole, others believe it will raise costs and block access to care.
A new version of the country’s dietary guidelines has been in the works this year thanks to a government-appointed group of top nutrition experts. This group decided earlier this year to collect data on the environmental implication of different food choices and how sustainability plays a role in our diets. But congress is not having it. […]