Northern Arizona Healthcare Teams Up with Sonora Quest Laboratories for Quick Lab Results
New Partnership for Faster Lab Testing in Northern Arizona The collaboration between Northern Arizona Healthcare (NAH) and the Sonora Quest Institute aims to streamline laboratory testing for Northern Arizona patients and their healthcare providers. This partnership harnesses the collection network of Sonora Quest Laboratories alongside the local testing capabilities at Flagstaff Medical Center (FMC). This […]
Brasher appointed as the first Chief School Finance Officer at Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences
The Alabama School of Healthcare Science (ASH) has named Kelly Augsburger Brasher as its inaugural Chief School Finance Officer (CSFO). Bringing more than two decades of experience in business and finance, Brasher steps into this newly created position at the residential high school. For the last 11 years, she has been overseeing a budget close […]
UAB introduces new graduate certificates centered on healthcare innovation and leadership
This fall, the University of Alabama at Birmingham is launching 10 new graduate certificates and several new bachelor’s degree programs. These offerings span various fields, many available entirely online, making it easier for students to participate from any location. “At UAB, we’re always adapting to the needs of our students and their aspirations to make […]
Construction Begins on the Summit Center Project for Northern Arizona Healthcare
Construction Begins at Central Flagstaff Summit Center Healthcare officials in Northern Arizona have announced that construction is now underway at the Central Flagstaff Summit Center, located at 1485 N. Turquoise Drive. This project involves a complete interior remodeling and expansion of the facility, which is expected to span 18 months, with first cases anticipated around […]
J. Scott Huffman appointed as president and CEO of the Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences Foundation
Alabama Healthcare Science Foundation Appoints J. Scott Huffman as President and CEO The Alabama Healthcare Science Foundation has named J. Scott Huffman (CFRE) as its inaugural president and CEO. He will officially step into the role on May 15, where he will spearhead support for Alabama’s upcoming vocational high schools, set to launch in fall […]
Congresswoman from Orange County faces protests over Trump legislation and healthcare reductions
Protests Erupt Over Trump’s Federal Funding Cuts On Tuesday, protesters set up a base outside the offices of Orange County Councillors, expressing their opposition to President Trump’s proposal to slash federal spending by over $1 trillion. This plan aims to cover medical expenses for those in need while extending tax cuts to millions of Americans. […]
Three residents of Shelby County accused in $28.7 million healthcare fraud case
Three individuals from West Tennessee are accused of defrauding the federal government by charging $28.7 million for prescription drugs that were never actually dispensed. This was part of a broader initiative against healthcare fraud, which officials announced on Monday. The indictment, filed on June 12, alleges that Medpartner, a health clinic based in Memphis, and […]
Company to construct Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences in Demopolis
The Alabama Healthcare Science Foundation Committee has revealed that Birmingham’s Brasfield and Gorrie will construct a new ASHS campus in Demopolis. Leadership indicates that these new facilities are expected to be operational by fall 2027. This will be the second of the four housing colleges the company builds in the state, following their completion of […]
Charges Announced in Historic Healthcare Fraud Case by Trump Administration
DOJ Charges Hundreds in Major Health Fraud Case The Department of Justice (DOJ) revealed during a press conference on Monday that it is filing charges against hundreds of individuals in what is being dubbed the largest national health fraud case ever recorded. In total, DOJ is targeting 324 individuals, which includes 96 healthcare professionals, allegedly […]
Kuntal Desai, M.D.: Take action now to support new medical residents and prevent the collapse of rural healthcare in Alabama
This July, hundreds of health residents are set to begin their graduate training in hospitals and clinics across Alabama. It’s a crucial transition for the state, ensuring that healthcare continues in both busy areas and rural communities. However, this year, a crisis looms that could disrupt this process, which would be particularly harmful for communities […]