Are We Seeing The End Of Private Practice?

by Jenn Negley, Vice President, Risk Strategies Company The pressures on healthcare professionals have never been greater. Whether it’s keeping up with evolving regulations, battling prior authorizations, chasing down reimbursements, or managing rising operational costs, maintaining a private practice has become a balancing act for many. It’s no wonder that fewer physicians are running their … Read more

Quiet Resolve, Big Impact: Denise Baker Drives Change at Syracuse Community Health

Denise Baker, BSN, RN, CCM, director of Quality Improvement at Syracuse Community Health (SCH), is a leader with a vision for advancing healthcare access and equity. Known for her thoughtful approach and strategic focus, Baker works tirelessly to address barriers that prevent many patients from receiving the care they need. “Connecting people with resources— healthcare, … Read more

Advances In Cardiac Technology:Diagnosis, Treatment, And Monitoring

Data from the World Health Organization indicates that cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are responsible for approximately 17.9 million or 32% of deaths worldwide, necessitating continuous innovation in diagnostic and therapeutic technologies. Recent advances in cardiac technology have significantly improved patient outcomes, with breakthroughs spanning early detection, minimally invasive treatments, and personalized care. Advancements in Cardiac Imaging: … Read more

Working Together to Fight Seasonal Influenza

Generated by OpenAI. (2024), ChatGPT (40 mini)Edited by Kimberly Graf, Marketing Consultant & Contributing Writer As healthcare providers, we must champion effective strategies to fight influenza as it remains a public health concern. Together, we can help mitigate the impact of the flu, which includes prevention, early diagnosis, antiviral treatment, and patient education. Prevention: The … Read more

St. Joseph’s Health Welcomes Dr. Megan Matott to St. Joseph’s Health Hospital’s Palliative Medicine Team

St. Joseph’s Health Welcomes Dr. Megan Matott to St. Joseph’s Health Hospital’s Palliative Medicine Team SYRACUSE, N.Y.— (February 25, 2025) St. Joseph’s Health is pleased to welcome Megan Matott, DO, back to St. Joseph’s Health Hospital – where she will practice palliative medicine. Dr. Matott received her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Nazareth College … Read more

Hematology-Oncology Associates Appoints New CEO

East Syracuse, NY – Hematology-Oncology Associates of CNY (HOA) has appointed Jennifer Pichoske, MS, EMBA, AOCNP as Chief Executive Officer. She succeeds Maryann Roefaro, MS, CEO since 2002, who has retired. A long-time member of the HOA family, Pichoske has filled progressively responsible leadership roles in the organization since 2012 when she became the Director … Read more

Forbes names Excellus BlueCross BlueShield #8 on list of best midsize employers in America

Forbes names Excellus BlueCross BlueShield #8 on list of best midsize employers in America Excellus BlueCross BlueShield was ranked #8 on the Forbes list of America’s Best Midsize Employers 2025. The Health Plan ranked #1 among midsize employers in New York state and among the insurance industry nationwide. This is the third consecutive year that … Read more

Excellus BlueCross BlueShield earns #1 in Medicare Advantage satisfaction from J.D. Power

Excellus BlueCross BlueShield earns #1 in Medicare Advantage satisfaction from J.D. Power Excellus BlueCross BlueShield has been recognized by J.D. Power, earning #1 in Customer Satisfaction among Medicare Advantage plans in New York, as well as Most Trusted and #1 Medicare Advantage Provider for Ease of Doing Business in New York. The recognition was published as a part of the J.D. … Read more

Physician Joins Farmington Medical Group

Physician Joins Farmington Medical Group Dr. Raquel Reyes of Macedon recently joined the Family Medicine Department at UR Medicine Thompson Health’s Farmington Medical Group. Board certified in both internal medicine and pediatrics, Reyes received her medical degree at the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston and completed her residencies at the University of … Read more