Lost in the fast lane

Article Abstract:

Many healthcare executives whose organizations are involved in mergers or consolidations fail to adequately address the human costs that such transactions entail. Ignoring those costs can cripple and eventually kill a merged organization, according to Furst Group/MPI president Bob Clarke. Respondents to a survey conducted by Clarke suggested that frequent, honest communication and constant morale boosting are among the factors that can help employees weather a merger.

Human resource management, Acquisitions and mergers

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Mind over maladies

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Herbert Benson has been studying the use of relaxation procedures in treating stress-related-illnesses since the 1970s. Benson's work resulted in the establishment of the Mind/Body Medical Institute in Boston, MA. In addition to training clinicians and administrators to use relaxation procedures, including pre-hypnosis, yoga, progressive muscle relaxation and Tai Chi, the institute gives instruction in setting up outpatient clinics.

All Other Miscellaneous Ambulatory Health Care Services, Health Problems Prevention NEC, Usage, Interview, Study and teaching, Alternative medicine, Preventive health services, Preventive medicine, Relaxation, Relaxation (Psychology), Benson, Herbert, Mind/Body Medical Institute

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Can purchasing alliances adapt?

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Hospital purchasing alliances must adapt to the consolidation of hospitals into healthcare systems. Purchasing alliances that offer only equipment and supplies discounts and traditional consulting services will find it difficult to survive. Some alliances are offering healthcare systems help in winning managed-care contracts, setting up computer systems and involving physicians in network management.

Management Consulting Services, Business & Mgmt Consulting, Medical and hospital equipment, Medical Supplies Whsle, Medical, Dental, and Hospital Equipment and Supplies Wholesalers, Contracts, Medical equipment and supplies industry, Medical equipment industry, Consulting services, Medical supplies wholesalers, Group purchasing organizations, Santa Fe Health Care Inc., American Healthcare System (San Diego, California)

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