Search
Article
Mar. 16, 2023
Republican Lawmakers Announce Legislation Providing New Exceptions to Wisconsin’s 1849 Abortion Law
In a press conference in the state capitol on March 15, a dozen Republican state lawmakers joined Assembly Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) and Sen. Mary Felzkowski (R-Irma) to propose legislation that creates additional exceptions to Wisconsin’s 1849 abortion statute regarding life and health of the mother, and rape and incest.
Article
Mar. 16, 2023
Advocate Health’s Carlson Recognized with WHA 2022 Distinguished Service Award
WHA has awarded its 2022 Distinguished Service Award to Pete Carlson, president of behavioral health services at Advocate Health. The award was presented to Carlson by WHA President and CEO Eric Borgerding at Aurora Psychiatric Hospital on March 14.
Article
Mar. 16, 2023
WHA Celebrates National Patient Safety Awareness Week: March 12 -18, 2023
WHA would like to acknowledge our members’ continuous focus on providing safe patient care and promoting a safety culture in Wisconsin. The year-round efforts of our health care providers, professionals, support teams, advocates and caregivers are evidently a top priority in our state.
Article
Mar. 16, 2023
Sen. Marklein Asks Hospital Leaders to “Keep Me Educated”
Joint Finance Committee (JFC) Co-Chair Howard Marklein (R-Spring Green) joined WHA Southern Region leaders as the guest of honor at their spring dinner in Madison on March 13, 2023.
MedicaidArticle
Mar. 16, 2023
GUEST COLUMN: Cyber Risk Report: What to Expect in 2023
Every organization faces cybersecurity risks that could reveal sensitive information and wreak havoc on their business continuity plans. For large corporations and the public sector, this doesn’t come as a surprise, but even small businesses should be aware of evolving cyber risk and the market’s response to increasing cyber-attacks.
Information TechnologyArticle
Mar. 9, 2023
GUEST COLUMN: Quality Health Care is Wisconsin Asset, But it Can’t be Taken for Granted
Most people rank the quality of the health care they receive in a hyper-personal way. If a doctor, nurse or clinician fix what ails them, people tend to give good marks. If health problems persist without a good explanation as to why, the bill for payment can look a lot bigger and a more critical view emerges. Right or wrong, that’s human nature.
Article
Mar. 9, 2023
New Assembly Health Committee Chair Speaks to WHA’s Public Policy Council
Recently appointed Assembly Health, Aging & Long-Term Care Committee Chairman Rep. Clint Moses (R-Menomonie) was a guest speaker at WHA’s Public Policy Council meeting on March 1. In his discussion with council members, Moses focused on challenges that are impacting all industries, but are uniquely impacting health care because of the inability to raise revenues to make up for increased expenses.
Article
Mar. 9, 2023
Apply Now for WHA-Crafted Training Grants
For hospitals and health systems seeking to expand training opportunities in rural areas and high-demand occupations, the time to apply for WHA-created grants is now. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has applications open for Graduate Medical Education (GME), Advanced Practice Clinician (APC) and Allied Health Professional training grants.
Article
Mar. 9, 2023
Register Today for the Second Annual Workforce Virtual Forum
Register today for the 2023 Workforce Virtual Forum. This year’s virtual forum will be held on March 29 from 9 – 10 a.m.
Article
Mar. 9, 2023
Hospital Board of Directors Education Day: Registration Still Open for Virtual Attendance
Registration is still open for the May 4, 2023 Hospital Board Member Education: Every Fascinating Thing You Should Know! The 30 in-person spots have been filled but virtual attendance is available.
