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USACS Emergency Department Initiative Cuts Opioid Prescriptions in Half

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June 12th, 2025
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Opioid epidemic. These two words have become all too familiar for families across the country. For Americans aged 18-44, a drug overdose is the leading cause of death. Over a million lives have been lost since 1999, making it one of the most pressing issues within healthcare today.   Despite knowing that the emergency department […]

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The Prescription for Wealth: Financial Management for Physicians in Training

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May 5th, 2025
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Did you know that many physicians struggle to build wealth? Despite ranking among the top 1% of wage earners, the profession is often characterized by a lack of financial preparedness. A once promising path to security is hindered by a limited understanding of how money works. While this presents an intriguing paradox, it more importantly […]

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Innovation in Healthcare: USACS’ Top Telemedicine Solutions

April 7th, 2025
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Over the past several years, telemedicine has become increasingly popular, revolutionizing healthcare delivery in the digital age. As the demand for rapid and remote access grows, these technologies are filling critical gaps in the system—from on-demand direct care to augmented care with clinician-to-clinician interactions.   At USACS, we are at the forefront of this transformation, […]

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Advancing Patient-Driven Care with the National Clinical Governance Board

January 27th, 2025
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“Is it best for our clinicians and our patients?” This is the fundamental question the USACS National Clinical Governance Board (NCGB) asks itself every day. Established in 2015 and led by experienced physicians, the NCGB monitors and responds to clinical governance issues at USACS sites. Its work includes reviewing and approving evidence-based bedside tools, assessing […]

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DEIA Insights from USACS Chief of Engagement and Talent Management, Jayne Kendall, MD, MBA, FACEP, CDE, CPE

December 10th, 2024
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In the healthcare system, DEIA (diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility) is at the heart of serving clinicians and patients alike. At USACS, we intentionally integrate DEIA into our practice by ensuring equal representation at every level to not only optimize decision-making but also elevate the talents of our physicians and APPs. By fostering fairness and […]

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The Power of Colleague Connections

July 24th, 2024
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Developing connections between colleagues can be a powerful tool when seeking out additional ways to make an impact. For USACS physicians and APPs, having a network of 6,000+ colleagues who are dedicated to their profession and improving the field of medicine just an email or phone call away is invaluable. Being able to lean on […]

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A Positive Emergency Room Visit Turns Into a Welcomed Career Opportunity

October 16th, 2023
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A visit to the emergency department (ED) is not the type of surprise anyone is looking to encounter, but when emergent situations arise, it is reassuring to know the ED staff is ready to take action. This is especially true for the EDs at our partner locations as US Acute Care Solutions (USACS) attracts top-tier […]

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Hispanic Heritage Month Guest Blog Feature: Miguel Villagra, MD, FACP, FHM

October 13th, 2023
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  In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, USACS hospital medicine physician, Miguel Villagra, MD, FACP, FHM, offered to share his insights and first-hand cultural knowledge for the benefit of our community. Dr. Villagra has been with USACS since 2018, beginning with a legacy group, and is a dedicated hospitalist at Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center […]

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Honoring Hispanic Heritage Month: Getting to Know USACS Physician, Javier Morales, DO, FACOEP

October 5th, 2023
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It is a privilege to celebrate and acknowledge the array of cultures of which our physicians, APPs, and MSO employees belong to as it affords us the opportunity to cultivate a diverse workplace. This month, USACS is celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month which aims to honor the culture of Hispanic and Latinx Americans and their […]

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Ayesha Mallick Imam, MD, Named Physician of the Year at Mercy Health Springfield Regional Medical Center

August 31st, 2023
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Earning an award to acknowledge one’s quality of work and career accomplishments is a feat many assume takes time and tenure to achieve, but for Ayesha Mallick Imam, MD, she was pleasantly surprised to learn she was named Physician of the Year at Mercy Health Springfield Regional Medical Center just shortly after completing her training […]

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