Healthcare
Healthcare is one of Alaska’s fastest growing industries. Because of the state’s lack of infrastructure and its rural nature Alaska’s healthcare systems have found innovative solutions to some of these challenges including telemedicine, healthcare exchanges, traveling healthcare professionals, and mobile clinics. It’s widely acknowledged that healthcare costs are high in Alaska and the state’s key stakeholders continue to explore methods to lower healthcare costs.
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New Executive Director for Providence Alaska Children’s Hospital
The new Executive Director of Providence Alaska Children’s Hospital, Margaret M. Horvath, previously led the Alaska Health Alliance, a Providence-sponsored clinically integrated network.
Physician Coalition Launches Accountable Care Organization for Alaska
A coalition of independent Alaska physicians is launching an Accountable Care Organization, the first of its kind in Alaska designed exclusively by local physicians. Envoy Integrated Health says its ACO is focused on Medicare patients.
UAF Expands Suicide Prevention Research with Military Partners
A $1.9 million federal grant allows UAF to expand suicide prevention research by partnering with the Alaska National Guard and US Coast Guard.
Running on Empty: How Alaskans Cope with a Stimulant Medication Shortage
The Alaska Department of Health has advice for people having trouble filling prescriptions for stimulants most commonly used to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and narcolepsy.
Nonprofit Plans to Transform Cancer Care in Alaska
New Alaska nonprofit announces its launch and mission to improve cancer care access, services, and support for Alaska patients and families.
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Making History
The track of oil and gas development in Alaska shows the footprints of bold companies and hard-working individuals who shaped the industry in the past and continue to innovate today. The May 2024 issue of Alaska Business explores that history while looking forward to new product development, the energy transition for the fishing fleet, and the ethics of AI tools in business.