Cleveland Clinic pursuing a Level I Trauma Center at main campus
Cleveland Clinic is pursuing the establishment of a Level I trauma center for adults and children at its Main Campus. Level I trauma centers provide the highest level of care for severely injured patients, offering access to specialized surgeons, physicians and critical care specialists at all times. Cleveland Clinic currently operates a Level I trauma center at Akron General Hospital and Level II trauma centers at Hillcrest, Fairview and Mercy hospitals for adult patients.
“Cleveland Clinic is committed to providing the highest quality care to all patients and expanding our capacity to care for critically ill and injured patients,” said Tom Mihaljevic, MD, CEO and President and Morton L. Mandel CEO Chair of Cleveland Clinic. “Adding a Level I trauma center to our Main Campus will extend our world-class care to patients in need of trauma care, provide continuity of care for our patients, and help us better meet the needs of our community.”
Premier, Inc. announces transition of Michael J. Alkire as President and Chief Executive Officer
Premier, Inc. announced that President and Chief Executive Officer, Michael J. Alkire, plans to transition as the company’s leader upon the successful selection of an appropriate successor by the Board of Directors. Alkire will remain in his current role during a targeted search process for a new CEO to support future growth as a private company.
Alkire, who joined Premier in 2003, is a seasoned healthcare executive with more than 30 years of operational, technology and business leadership experience. He has held numerous leadership roles at the company, including serving as Chief Operating Officer starting in 2013, becoming President in 2019 and CEO in 2021.
Geisinger recognized nationally for advancing health and worker well-being
Geisinger has been nationally recognized for its continued efforts to support the mental health and well-being of its healthcare workforce, earning designation as a WellBeing First Champion for the second consecutive year. The recognition comes from ALL IN: WellBeing First for Healthcare, a coalition focused on removing systemic barriers that prevent clinicians from seeking mental health care.
The designation reflects Geisinger’s commitment to creating a culture in which healthcare professionals can prioritize their mental health without fear of stigma or professional consequences. As part of this effort, Geisinger has removed invasive and outdated mental health questions from its licensure and credentialing applications – an important step toward ensuring clinicians can access care confidentially and without risking their careers.
Gartner releases 2025 Healthcare Supply Chain Rankings
Gartner has released its 2025 Healthcare Supply Chain Top 25, highlighting the organizations leading the way in operational excellence, cost management, and innovation. AdventHealth retains the No. 1 spot, demonstrating sustained leadership in supply chain strategy, while other health systems show strong gains through technology adoption and clinical collaboration.
AdventHealth’s consecutive top ranking underscores the organization’s commitment to comprehensive supply chain management. Stanford Medicine, Bon Secours Mercy Health, Rush University System, and Corewell round out the top five.
New entrants such as NewYorkPresbyterian and Mass General Brigham signal the evolving competitiveness of the healthcare supply chain landscape.
Meanwhile, long-standing leaders like Intermountain Health, Mayo Clinic, and Cleveland Clinic maintain their positions in Gartner’s “Masters” category, reflecting years of consistent excellence.