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Physician Careers at Ellis Medicine: Find Your New York Home
Ready to build your career in a place you love? Look no further than Ellis Medicine, a top health system in Albany, NY. Ellis Medicine offers a unique chance to practice in a dynamic city. Our physicians enjoy the perfect balance of personal and professional fulfillment—making it one of the region’s best-kept secrets. No […]
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Clinical Excellence Award: Celebrating David Bosch, DO
Each year, USACS’ National Clinical Governance Board (NCGB) selects recipients for its Clinical Excellence Award. This award honors the expertise of eight exemplary clinicians based on nominations from their colleagues. Our 2024 recipients have been announced, and we are pleased to share highlights right here on The Shift! To kick things off, we sat […]
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USACS Emergency Department Initiative Cuts Opioid Prescriptions in Half
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
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
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
“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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Building an Inclusive Practice with USACS Chief of Engagement and Talent Management, Jayne Kendall, MD, MBA, FACEP, CDE, CPE
In the healthcare system, inclusion and engagement are at the heart of serving clinicians and patients alike. At USACS, we intentionally integrate these values into our practice by ensuring equal representation at every level. Not only does this optimize decision making but it also elevates the talents of our physicians and APPs. By fostering fairness […]
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The Power of Colleague Connections
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
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
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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