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Apple continues aggressively hiring for jobs focused on enhancing the health features of its devices. 

Here are six healthcare-related jobs for which Apple is hiring for in July:

Data engineer, health sensing (Sunnyvale, Calif.): Will create systems that quickly collect, process, and organize large amounts of sensor data from health studies. Salary range: $147,400 and $272,100.

Clinical producer, health (Cupertino, Calif.): Will guide development of health products. Salary range: $172,100 and $258,600.

Health software engineer, clinical health platform (Sunnyvale, Calif.): Will work with large data sets to design and build knowledge graphs that link and organize information across different areas of health. Salary range: $181,100 and $318,400.

iOS application developer, health software (Sunnyvale, Calif.): Will work with specialists to expand the functionality of Apple’s health app and other health features. Salary range: $181,100 and $318,400.

iOS framework engineer, healthkit (San Diego): Will work to expand the functionality of the Health app and HealthKit framework. Salary range: $120,300 and $210,100.

Applied research scientist, health AI (Cupertino, Calif.): Will use machine learning and AI experience to tackle problems to deliver the next generation of Apple health & fitness experiences. Salary range: $147,400 and $272,100.

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Hospital supply chain leaders are calling for strategies to future-proof supply operations, reduce uncertainty and protect patient care amid rising costs. 

Here are responses from five supply chain leaders who were asked: What innovations or operational changes is your health system exploring to future-proof its supply chain? 

Motz Feinberg. Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer at Cedars-Sinai (Los Angeles): Cedars-Sinai Health System is exploring end-to-end supply chain collaborations from providers to manufacturers. By leveraging techniques developed and successfully demonstrated in many industries outside of healthcare, we are building capabilities around demand and supply planning that stretch well beyond our Los Angeles campus. By collaborating with key distributors and manufacturers as well as exploring opportunities with other healthcare providers, we are finding ways to improve fill rates, reduce working capital and reduce uncertainty in the supply chain.

Derek Imars, PharmD. Executive Director of Pharmacy Supply Chain at Indiana University Health (Indianapolis): We are building on our strong drug shortage response foundation, which includes dedicated staff, clear communication and robust data tracking. To future-proof our pharmacy supply chain, we are focusing on three key areas: advanced data utilization, proactive critical product management, and strategic allocation programs. We believe accurate and enhanced data is our most vital tool; we are exploring new technologies that not only provide real-time inventory and utilization insights but also integrate global-, economic- and weather-related factors to forecast potential disruptions more effectively. Furthermore, establishing a systemwide critical pharmaceutical product list allows us to shift from retrospective to prospective shortage mitigation, ensuring patient care remains uninterrupted and reducing caregiver burden.

Finally, we are leveraging our Pharmacy Integrated Service Center to implement proactive pharmaceutical allocation management. This involves securing critical product allocations, both internally and with vendor partners, for several months in advance. This strategy guarantees access to vital medications during shortages, enhances emergency response, reduces waste, improves cost management, and protects revenue by minimizing procedure cancellations. By combining our foundational strengths with innovative technology, a strategic critical product list, and proactive allocation programs, we are better equipped to navigate and mitigate the clinical and operational challenges of drug shortages.

Meena Medler. Chief Supply Chain Officer at Sutter Health (Sacramento, Calif.): In response to industry-wide challenges such as shifting reimbursement models, rising costs and workforce dynamics, Sutter Health is embracing innovation to build a more resilient, efficient and agile supply chain. These efforts allow the organization to seize opportunities that enhance operational excellence and support the continued delivery of high-quality care. 

1. Tiger teams: Inspired by NASA, Sutter Health has created “tiger teams” to enhance operational excellence. These teams consist of experts who focus on securing products and managing supply disruptions through sprints. The sprints include establishing well-defined deliverables over 30, 60 and 90 days to drive incremental improvements.

2. Stock control department: This department acts as a strategic hub to proactively help manage and mitigate supply disruptions including medical supply buyers, analysts and logistics experts. The aim is to enhance stock control precision and improve distributor integration. This will lead to better inventory management across facilities and warehouses, laying the foundation for a “control tower” approach by leveraging upstream demand signals and informing predictive back-order reports.

3. Predictive back-order reports: These reports help monitor inventory levels and flag potential shortages, allowing for timely interventions.

4. Innovation technology advancements: Sutter Health’s supply chain is collaborating with technology partners, industry experts and clinicians to explore new technologies while the organization continues to build a strong foundation. AI and analytics will enhance visibility and enable proactive decision-making, thereby boosting supply chain efficiency and reducing costs.

5. Sustainable practices: Sutter Health is moving toward a more transparent, resilient and sustainable supply chain by developing and implementing standard best practices, streamlined processes, and improved inventory management through the newly created supply chain excellence team.

John Mikesic. Executive Director of Supply Chain at University of Missouri Health Care (Columbia): To future-proof our supply chain, we’re pursuing a range of strategic innovations and operational improvements focused on transparency, automation, and stronger integration with enterprise functions.

We’re exploring the use of bill-only automation software to streamline implant and procedural billing, while upgrading our crash cart platform to enhance readiness and inventory control. We’re also advancing our dashboard capabilities beyond traditional med-surg supplies to include deeper visibility into all non-labor expenses.

Operationally, we’re phasing out third-party inventory management within perioperative services in favor of more accountable, internally managed models. At the same time, we’re increasing collaboration with our business planning and strategy teams to better align sourcing efforts with growth and service line priorities. Finally, we’re broadening our internal RFP processes to bring competitive discipline and measurable cost savings to all categorized medical product categories — not just capital or high-spend items. We are additionally going live with an AI-enhanced contract lifecycle management platform that automates and streamlines the creation, negotiation, approval, and tracking of contracts to improve compliance, efficiency and visibility across the enterprise.

Sarai VanderWood. Vice President of Supply Chain Operations at Corewell Health (Grand Rapids and Southfield, Mich.): To future-proof our supply chain at Corewell Health, we are investing in scalable and adaptable goods-to-person automation at the new Consolidated Service Center we are establishing in Wyoming, Michigan. This automation enables us to safely and accurately increase throughput, improve operational efficiency and respond swiftly to evolving demands and growth without major disruptions. The system also optimizes vertical space utilization, allowing us to expand capacity without expanding our footprint.
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Here are the top four orthopedic residency programs, from Doximity’s 2025-2026 Residency Navigator.

Note: Rankings are as of July 15, 2025.

1. Hospital for Special Surgery/Cornell Medical Center (New York City)

Size: 45 residents

2. Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Rochester, Minn.)

Size: 65 residents

3. NYU Grossman School of Medicine/NYU Orthopedic Hospital (New York City)

Size: 70 residents

4. Washington University (St. Louis)

Size: 40 residents
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DISC Surgery Center at Marina del Rey (Calif.) is now in-network with Medicare, according to a July 15 news release.

The ASC went in-network after meeting all qualifying health and safety standards under Conditions for Coverage. DISC Surgery Center at Marina del Rey, which was AAAHC accredited when it opened in 2023, specializes in spine and orthopedic care. And now Medicare members have access to services in the 11,000-square-foot facility.

“Today’s news underscores DISC’s commitment to broaden patient access to the highest level of spine and musculoskeletal care possible – all in a convenient, comfortable outpatient environment with proven faster recoveries, better outcomes and a quicker return to active lives,” Luke Macyszyn, MD, a spine surgeon with DISC, said in the release. 
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A Louisiana hospital is eyeing a stadium naming rights deal that could cost as much as $50 million over a decade, the Advocate in Baton Rouge, La., reported.

Baton Rouge-based Our Lady of the Lake Medical Center is in talks to acquire the naming rights for a planned $400 million sports arena for Baton Rouge-based Louisiana State University, according to the July 16 story.

“This is a generational project for the Baton Rouge community and economy,” E.J. Kuiper, president and CEO of parent system, Baton Rouge-based Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System, wrote in an email to employees July 11, per LouisianaSports.net. “Clinical care, economics, and social circumstances all contribute to the health and vibrancy of our region. While no formal agreement has been reached, we have been in discussions as a potential anchor investor for this project.” 

A November 2024 draft document from LSU states that a proposal with an “existing naming prospect” would cost $5 million a year over 10 years, the Advocate reported. A hospital spokesperson told the news outlet that “terms are still under negotiation.”

“While a partner of Our Lady of the Lake Health’s stature would clearly benefit the arena project and the region, LSU will not comment directly on potential naming rights agreements or other arena-related negotiations as none have been finalized or presented to the board or university leadership for approval,” an LSU spokesperson emailed the publication.
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Harper County, Kan.-based Patterson Health Center has adopted Oracle Health’s Clinical AI Agent.

Here are four things to know:

Oracle Health’s Clinical AI Agent, which is integrated into the EHR, automatically generates structured draft notes from patient-physician interactions, according to a July 16 news release. 

The technology can also merge pre-charted data, limit redundancy and organize content for easy review.

This automation aims to reduce administrative burdens on staff, the release said.

Additionally, the hospital has adopted Oracle Health CommunityWorks, a cloud-based EHR system tailored for community and critical access hospitals.

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Ontario, Calif.-based Prime Healthcare’s rating was upgraded to “B2” from “B3” by Moody’s. 

The upgrade reflects material improvement in the health system’s EBITDA and EBITDA margin in recent quarters as it cut its temporary clinical labor utilization and expenses, reduced leasing costs and optimized underperforming hospital operations, Moody’s said in a July 16 report. 

Moody’s also said that the rating was supported by its good scale and track record of turning around underperforming or distressed hospital assets. 

Prime has a stable outlook at its new rating. 

In April, Prime’s rating was upgraded to “A-” from “BBB+” by Fitch Ratings. 
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Many hospitals and health systems are opening new physician residency programs to expand training opportunities for medical students and bolster the pipeline of future physicians.
Below are 21 hospitals and health systems launching or announcing new programs in 2025. 
Note: This is not an exhaustive list and was last updated July 17. If you’d like to add a new program to the list, please email Paige Twenter at ptwenter@beckershealthcare.com. Organizations are listed in alphabetical order. 

BayCare Health System in Clearwater, Fla., will launch seven new graduate medical education programs in the 2025-26 academic year. These include the system’s first emergency medicine residency, four internal medicine programs, a transitional year program, and a child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship.
Fairview Health Services and the University of Minnesota Medical School in Minneapolis are launching a rural family medicine residency program at Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital in Grand Rapids, Minn.
Flowers Hospital in Dothan, Ala., has received accreditation to launch an internal medicine residency program, the hospital said May 22.
Hannibal (Mo.) Regional Healthcare System will launch an internal medicine residency program in July 2026.
Nashville, Tenn.-based HCA Healthcare and the University of Central Florida are launching a transitional year residency program at HCA Florida West Hospital in Pensacola this July.
Independence Health System in Butler, Pa., is launching a family medicine residency program at Butler Memorial Hospital this summer.
Lehigh Valley Health Network in Allentown, Pa., has received approval from the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education to launch a diagnostic radiology residency program.
Mercy San Juan Medical Center in Carmichael, Calif., is launching an internal medicine residency program this July.
McLeod Health is launching an internal medicine residency program at McLeod Regional Medical Center in Florence, S.C., in July 2026.
MUSC Health in Charleston, S.C., is launching an internal medicine residency program at Lancaster (S.C.) Medical Center. The program will welcome its first class of eight students in July.
Sacramento, Calif.-based Sutter Health earned accreditation for its first two obstetrics-gynecology residency programs, which will launch at Sutter Roseville (Calif.) Medical Center and Oakland, Calif.-based Alta Bates Summit Medical Center in July 2026. The system will also launch a family medicine rural residency program at Crescent City, Calif.-based Sutter Coast Hospital and a neurology residency program at Sutter Roseville Medical Center in 2026, according to Roseville Today.
Lubbock-based Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center will open a general surgery residency program at its Amarillo campus in 2026, KAMR-TV reported Feb. 22.
Three Crosses Regional Hospital in Las Cruces, N.M., earned approval from ACGME in January to launch an internal medicine residency program.
UC San Diego Health and Imperial County Behavioral Health Services will launch a psychiatry residency program next year.
Paramus, N.J.-based Valley Health System is launching a new general surgery residency program in July with Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City, TAPinto Ridgewood reported May 16.
Washington Regional Medical Center in Fayetteville, Ark., and the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences earned approval to launch a neurology and emergency medicine residency program in July 2026.
Marietta, Ga.-based Wellstar Health System is launching an obstetrics and gynecology residency program at Colquitt Regional Medical Center in Moultrie, Ga., the Marietta Daily Journal reported March 24.
In June, St. Francis Medical Center in Lynwood, Calif., will launch its inaugural internal medicine and psychiatry residencies.
New Milford (Conn.) Hospital, part of Danbury, Conn.-based Nuvance Health, began training its first class of family medicine residents in July.
Winston-Salem, N.C.-based Novant Health is adding general surgery, internal medicine, neurology, obstetrics and gynecology residency programs, and expanding its family medicine residency program with an urban family medicine track, according to a July 15 news release. The first class of these residency programs will begin in 2027.
Bon Secours Mercy Health in Cincinnati launched its three-year internal medicine residency program at its St. Francis Downtown hospital in Greenville, S.C. The first class of 12 residents began in July, according to a news release shared with Becker’s. In tandem with the program, the system opened a new clinic: Bon Secours St. Francis Internal Medicine Residency Practice.

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Amazon’s streaming service pulled a documentary critical of pharmacy benefit managers after receiving a legal threat from UnitedHealth Group, The New York Times reported.

The docuseries, “Modern Medical Mafia,” accuses PBMs of acting as an organized “crime ring” that has patients “choosing between life or death with mafia tactics due to greed,” according to a description on YouTube. One of the largest PBMs, OptumRX, is a UnitedHealth subsidiary.

The documentary “spreads a vociferous and false screed in a thinly-veiled call to violence for anyone who is dissatisfied with the American healthcare system,” a lawyer for UnitedHealth wrote to Amazon in May, according to The Times. “Recent history and [UnitedHealthcare CEO] Brian Thompson’s murder demonstrate the devastating and irreversible consequences of ginning up such hatred with false claims designed to inspire violence.”

A few days later, Amazon Prime Video removed the documentary, which only had a few hundred views, as did streaming service Vimeo, according to the July 12 story. The docuseries remains on YouTube.

An Amazon spokesperson told The Times that the film’s distributor asked Prime Video to remove the series after Amazon flagged its “low video quality.”

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The state of Texas has enacted a law regulating EHR data and healthcare AI use in the state.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 1188 into law in June. The legislation requires that EHR data from Texas patients be physically maintained in the U.S.

The law also allows AI for clinical decisions provided that the use of AI is disclosed to the patient, the provider is acting in the scope of their license, and the use of AI is not restricted by federal law.
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