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November 07, 2022
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CMS releases final rule on payments for dialysis care

CMS releases final rule on payments for dialysis care

Providers will receive $265.57 per treatment for patients on dialysis in outpatient facilities starting in January, according to CMS.

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November 06, 2022
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‘We have to do better’: Liver health equity demands research investment to match burden

‘We have to do better’: Liver health equity demands research investment to match burden

WASHINGTON — Funding research into liver disease, and reducing inequities in liver care, requires investment proportionate to its prevalence and burden on the health care system, said a keynote speaker at The Liver Meeting.

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November 03, 2022
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VIDEO: Neurology must ‘move the needle’ in promoting health equity

VIDEO: Neurology must ‘move the needle’ in promoting health equity

CHICAGO — Roy H. Hamilton, MD, MS, discusses a symposium at the 2022 American Neurological Association’s annual meeting that focused on Alzheimer’s disease and MS and the disproportionate burden that underrepresented groups experience.

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October 28, 2022
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And your 2022 Healio Disruptive Innovators are...

And your 2022 Healio Disruptive Innovators are...

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Bringing together the leaders in gastroenterology during the American College of Gastroenterology Annual Meeting, Healio recognized eight Disruptive Innovators.

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October 24, 2022
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'Bold, beacon, boom': Outgoing president touts ACG legacy in diversity, representation

'Bold, beacon, boom': Outgoing president touts ACG legacy in diversity, representation

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — As his presidency comes to a close, Samir A. Shah, MD, FACG, reflected on the progress made during his tenure, with significant strides in expanding representation and diversity within ACG.

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October 23, 2022
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Pharmacology researcher to lead Cedars-Sinai’s diversity, inclusion initiatives

Pharmacology researcher to lead Cedars-Sinai’s diversity, inclusion initiatives

James Turkson, PhD, has been named director for diversity, inclusion and strategy at Cedars-Sinai Cancer.

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September 26, 2022
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World Cancer Congress: Multidisciplinary program to offer ‘invaluable benefit’

World Cancer Congress: Multidisciplinary program to offer ‘invaluable benefit’

The World Cancer Congress will be held Oct. 18-20 in Geneva.

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September 22, 2022
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Equity Through Physician Advocacy with Roberta Gebhard, DO, and Pringl Miller, MD

Equity Through Physician Advocacy with Roberta Gebhard, DO, and Pringl Miller, MD

In this episode, host Shikha Jain, MD, speaks with Roberta Gebhard, DO, and Pringl Miller, MD, about empowering physicians through education and advocacy, getting the right help to overcome and protect against workplace inequities and more.

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September 20, 2022
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VIDEO: Strive for inclusion, belonging to improve patient care, boost job satisfaction

VIDEO: Strive for inclusion, belonging to improve patient care, boost job satisfaction

In a Healio video exclusive, Victoria Gómez, MD, FASGE, highlighted the importance of incorporating diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and offered tips for creating a sense of belonging for patients and employees.

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September 19, 2022
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Most LGBTQI+ patients with cancer lack access to tailored health education materials

Most LGBTQI+ patients with cancer lack access to tailored health education materials

Although the majority of LGBTQI+ cancer survivors reported satisfaction with their overall cancer care, most reported they did not have access to tailored health education materials, according to study results.

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