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Giving Voice to Disability in Community Health Improvement Plans

New research shows a lack of disability representation in most CHIPs. Here's why it matters – and what you can do about it.

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How the CON Process Gives Communities a Voice

Here's why healthcare providers in CON states can't afford to ignore public comment requirements

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4 Issues Facing Women in Healthcare Leadership

Ascendient's leadership coach offers tips for women executives facing high attrition rates.

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Public Hospital M&A: A County Manager's Perspective

County Manager David Andrews reflects on the effort to strengthen a publicly owned hospital

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What Our CON Work Tells Us About the Future of PET

The data required for a CON application can offer valuable insights into future technology trends. Here's what we see with PET.

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Moving Beyond SWOT in Health Equity

In a health equity assessment, your only real "competition" is the status quo – so you need to think differently about your SWOT

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When Will PE Give Up on Physician Practices?

New research suggests that PE firms don't know how to make money on physician groups. Here's what that means for provider planning.

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