Mission Will be the First Time Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells are Produced in Microgravity EDITOR’S NOTE: The launch has been set for 5:37 p.m. EDT May 21. Cedars-Sinai contacts:Soshea Leibler, (213) 215-8000, [email protected] Elston, (626) 298-0702, [email protected] Cedars-Sinai investigators, in collaboration with Axiom Space of Houston, are sending stem cells to space to explore whether microgravity […]
Thank you to all who are planning to attend the 2023 HASC Annual Meeting! We’re excited to see you May 17 to 19 at the JW Marriott Desert Springs, Palm Desert. A packed agenda, with learning sessions, networking and social events, awaits, and we hope you’ll find the event informative and enjoyable. Here are a […]
As we celebrate National Hospital Week, May 7 to 13, I want to highlight the significant contributions our hospitals and health care workers make to our communities. In addition, we honor the compassionate healing work of our nurses as we recognize National Nurses Week, May 6 to 12. Did you know that Southern California hospitals […]
Overview During the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting economic recession, high demand for personal protective equipment (PPE) created a severe shortage. PPE prices increased sharply, and medical providers were forced to compete for limited supplies. To better prepare for the next disaster and potential supply chain disruptions, the PPE Consortium has been formed. The workgroup is […]
The California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) has made changes to its Hospital Supplier Diversity Report. Hospitals are required to submit this report annually on their minority, women, LGBT and disabled veteran business enterprise procurement efforts. Changes include: In addition, it is important to note that HCAI can impose civil penalties on […]
HASC is pleased to welcome two new companies as associate corporate members: Intratem Woodland Hills, Californiahttps://intratem.com Alex Dukhovny, Executive Vice PresidentDimitry Malinsky, Chief Executive OfficerRichard Bruyere, Business Development Director Intratem Mobility Lifecycle Management enables health care information technology teams to offload mobility management, end-user, device and carrier support, reporting, procurement, staging, kitting and inventory management. […]
HASC extends many congratulations and thanks to Roger Seaver, who retired in March after 22 years as president and chief executive officer of Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital. Seaver had been a health care industry leader for more than 50 years. He joined Henry Mayo on April 1, 2001, during an especially challenging time. Under his […]
As HASC continues its journey to achieve goals aligned with our strategic priorities, I would like to use this platform to keep you informed every step of the way. More than ever, the health care landscape comprises winding roads that require detours, removing obstacles and creating alternate plans. I aim to keep you apprised of […]
HASC is thrilled that Becker’s Hospital Review has named George W. Greene, the association’s president and chief executive officer, to its 2023 “Black Healthcare Leaders to Know” list. The list honors Black leaders across the country for their commitment to health care. “[Their] viewpoints are crucial to the foundation of organizations, programs and partnerships that […]
HASC warmly welcomes our newest hospital member chief executives: Renee P. Lewis was promoted to chief executive officer of College Hospital Costa Mesa, Orange County, on January 1, 2023. She joined the organization in March 2022. Renee brings 25 years of experience in community mental health, crisis services, residential services, neurobehavioral services, applied behavioral analysis, […]