News: C-Level

December 18, 2024 — 

In 2024, Canada faced both opportunities and obstacles in its ongoing pursuit of a more efficient and accessible healthcare system, turning to digital technology to help overcome several challenges, such as workforce shortages and increased patient demand. Simultaneously, the government introduced several initiatives aimed at strengthening the healthcare system and reshaping care delivery. Below, we highlight some of the year’s groundbreaking projects and notable customer achievements, demonstrating our shared commitment to transforming healthcare.

December 17, 2024 — 

Hundreds of MEDITECH employees are leading by example this December, by making the time and effort to participate in this year’s Holiday Giving initiative, and bringing much needed resources to underprivileged people during the holidays. 

December 12, 2024 — 

Sir Ketumile Masire Teaching Hospital (SKMTH) in Gaborone, Botswana has achieved a major milestone with the successful implementation of MEDITECH Expanse. This significant accomplishment highlights SKMTH's dedication to advancing healthcare delivery and enhancing patient outcomes.

December 12, 2024 — 

Gibson Area Hospital and Health Services, the nation’s 5th largest Critical Access Hospital, has signed for MEDITECH Expanse as its go-forward platform, to consolidate systems and maintain independence.

December 11, 2024 — 

Phoebe Putney Health System’s Vice President and CIO Mike Elder and Director of Patient Care Kelsey Reed, DNP, FNP-Care were recently featured on a Healthcare IT Today podcast where they share strategies for improving patient care and combating the nursing shortage.

December 11, 2024 — 

On the heels of receiving two KLAS Arch Collaborative EHR Experience Breakthrough awards for physician and nurse EHR satisfaction improvements, Ozarks Healthcare (West Plains, MO) showcased its successful efforts to improve the physician user experience. 

December 4, 2024 — 

In 2024, the number of MEDITECH Alliance members more than tripled, providing customers with significantly more options for integrating proven, successful, and interoperable technologies into their Expanse platform.

November 21, 2024 — 

Several MEDITECH customers have been recognized as 2024 CHIME Digital Health Most Wired recipients, highlighting their commitment to leveraging technology to enhance patient care, improve operational efficiency, and drive digital transformation in healthcare.

November 13, 2024 — 

Priscilla A. Frase, MD, hospitalist and CMIO at MEDITECH customer Ozarks Healthcare (West Plains, MO), was recognized as CHIME's Innovator of the Year 2024 at the organization's recent Fall Forum. It’s the latest in a series of recent honors for the rural healthcare executive, who was also recognized with the HIMSS Senior Executive Changemaker in Health Award for 2024.

November 8, 2024 — 

Augusta Health’s Assistant CIO Leigh Williams joins a Healthcare IT Today CIO Podcast to share strategies for providing equitable care and how MEDITECH Expanse will support their goals.