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Health Systems Must Shift Ai Use from Automation to Transformation
While healthcare investments in AI are two to three times that of other industries, most providers focus AI's power on tackling administrative tasks. But AI's true value is in transforming care, explain experts at the HIMSS AI in Healthcare Forum.
More patients now use GLP-1 medications after bariatric surgery to lose more weight
Losing weight is never easy. Now, some patients are relying on a one-two punch to drop those unwanted pounds.
Why UMass Memorial Health Is Slowing Down Before It Speeds Up AI
In a rush to be among the first, it can be easy for hospitals and health systems to succumb to the AI craze and deploy it prematurely. UMass Memorial Health, meanwhile, is taking a more measured approach before scaling the technology.
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6.25.26 |
Becker's Hospital Review |
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5 Revenue Cycle Leaders to Know
Angela Confoey, Senior Vice President of Revenue Cycle and Chief Revenue Officer at UMass Memorial Health leads a large, complex revenue cycle organization focused on protecting reimbursement, improving cash performance, reducing avoidable denials, and advancing a more reliable and compassionate patient financial experience.
6.25.26 |
Healthcare IT News |
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Health Systems Must Shift Ai Use from Automation to Transformation
While healthcare investments in AI are two to three times that of other industries, most providers focus AI's power on tackling administrative tasks. But AI's true value is in transforming care, explain experts at the HIMSS AI in Healthcare Forum.
I'm really excited about the way that AI will improve the quality of care that we're providing in the hospital, ... I think that will really help to get us closer to Six Sigma for the level of diagnostic care that we provide.
Dr. Eric Alper | Senior Vice President, Chief Quality Officer, and Chief Clinical Informatics Officer
6.23.26 |
Lown Institute |
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2026 Lown Hospitals Index: Acute Care Honor Roll
Out of 2,718 acute care hospitals, 123 secured a place on the 2026 Lown Hospitals Index Honor Roll by earning “A” grades across Equity, Value, and Outcomes measures.
6.22.26 |
Becker's Hospital Review |
Human Interest,
In the Media
180 Hospital and Health System CFOs to Know | 2026
Mr. [Sergio] Melgar is Executive Vice President and CFO of UMass Memorial Health, where he leads finance, IT, revenue cycle and facilities management.
6.12.26 |
Press Release
UMass Memorial Health Earns Top National Recognition for LGBTQ+ Inclusive Care
UMass Memorial Health is recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader in the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Foundation’s 2026 Healthcare Equality Index (HEI).
6.12.26 |
Telegram & Gazette |
Human Interest,
In the Media
Why this year's pollen season feels so intense
Dr. Stephen Krinzman, medical director of adult allergy and immunology at UMass Memorial Medical Center, said he doesn’t know if this year’s pollen count is higher than normal. What he does believe is climate change has made allergy seasons worse over time.
Decades to decades, pollen seasons are definitely worse...and a lot of that is attributed to climate change.
Stephen Krinzman, MD | Medical Director, Allergy and Immunology | UMass Memorial Medical Center
6.12.26 |
Patch |
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UMass Memorial Health Earns LGBTQ+ Inclusive Care Recognition
UMass Memorial Health was named an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader in the foundation’s 2026 Healthcare Equality Index, the highest distinction in the national benchmarking report for LGBTQ+ inclusion and equity practices in health care, the health system announced Friday.
6.11.26 |
Telegram & Gazette |
Human Interest,
In the Media
Local EMT Squads Ready for World Cup Watch Parties in Worcester
Worcester is also getting World Cup fever, hosting four watch parties on the Common. Keeping the fans who show up to take in the action safe will be a primary focus. Worcester EMS out of UMass Memorial Health will have two ambulances on site should fans require medical attention. Coastal Medical Transportation Systems will pitch in with two ambulances.
6.11.26 |
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New Primary Care Providers Coming To Worcester County UMass Memorial Site
UMass Memorial Health – Harrington Hospital is adding four primary care providers at its Trolley Crossing location in Charlton this summer.
The addition of four new primary care providers and our new Charlton location at Trolley Crossing will help meet the healthcare needs of community members by making it easier to access timely, personalized care close to where they live and work.
Edward Moore | UMass Memorial Health – Harrington Hospital
6.8.26 |
Boston 25 News |
Human Interest,
In the Media
More patients now use GLP-1 medications after bariatric surgery to lose more weight
Losing weight is never easy. Now, some patients are relying on a one-two punch to drop those unwanted pounds.
Losing 60-70% of your excess body weight is really an excellent target and will do wonders for improving metabolic health, but sometimes leaves people at a weight they’re uncomfortable with.
Richard Perugini, MD | Director of Bariatric Surgery, UMass Memorial Medical Center
6.8.26 |
Worcester Business Journal |
Human Interest,
In the Community,
In the Media
2026 Power 100: Dr. Eric Dickson
Dickson leads Central Massachusetts’ largest employer and healthcare provider through a period of financial and operational challenges facing hospitals nationwide.
Leaders should talk to their teams daily and build a solutions-oriented culture.
Dr. Eric Dickson | President and CEO, UMass Memorial Health
6.8.26 |
Worcester Business Journal |
Human Interest,
In the Community,
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2026 Power 100: Cynthia Barginere
Barginere is helping transform UMass Memorial Health into a truly regional healthcare system.
I consider optimism a leadership competency. When you approach a problem optimistically, you can see possibilities, innovation, and opportunity.
Cynthia Barginere | Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, UMass Memorial Health
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