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In addition to immediate medical issues and disruptions, the wildfires pose far-reaching health risks. They underscore the criticality of emergency preparedness for public health and health systems.

How the California wildfires are impacting healthcare

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Surgeon general recommends warning label for alcohol due to cancer risk

Surgeon general warnings are rare but can be turning points in public health habits. The US sees 20,000 cancer deaths per year due to alcohol consumption, and even moderate drinking is a risk.

Six healthcare trends providers should plan for in 2025

We discuss growing healthcare trends, their implications for provider organizations, and how to prepare amid uncertainty about health policy changes.

Closing the gaps in cancer care: Access to advanced treatments and mental health services varies widely

Recent industry reports have underscored gaps in the US cancer care landscape. We discuss how workforce strains, mental health gaps, and structural hurdles are shaping access at the patient level.

Trump identifies nominees for top healthcare positions

If appointed, each of these nominees could produce significant changes in healthcare policy and regulations. They could also overhaul their respective agencies. We discuss some of the implications.

Declining vaccination rates and new public health leadership give rise to outbreak concerns

Vaccine hesitancy is a significant driver of rising disease infection rates. As nominee to lead HHS, Kennedy’s stance could have profound implications for rebuilding public confidence in vaccines.

Big Tech expands healthcare offerings: Microsoft, Apple, and Zoom advance innovations

As the health tech industry has expanded rapidly, Big Tech companies have also launched new products and made strategic expansions that reflect a stronger focus on healthcare delivery.

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Roger Ray, MD

Chief Physician Executive and Leader, Clinical Transformation

Roger Ray, MD, serves as the firm's Chief Physician Executive and co-leads the Clinical Transformation Line of Business. He has over 30 years of experience in healthcare, having served in a variety of leadership positions at major medical centers and health systems throughout the eastern United States.

Alexandra Schumm

Partner and Vice President of Research

Alex Schumm is a Partner and Vice President of Research at Chartis. Alex has 15 years of consulting experience in the areas of enterprise strategic planning, mergers and acquisitions, partnership strategy, physician-hospital alignment, and network development.

Abigail Arnold

Associate Vice President of Research

Abigail Arnold is an Associate Vice President of Research with Chartis. She has experience in consulting and with many segments in the healthcare industry, including hospital systems, health plans, and pharmaceuticals.

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