Becker's Healthcare December 30, 2025
In 2025, hospital and health system CEOs navigated regulatory changes, workforce shortages and financial strain.
Many reported increased burnout, and others noted the role has evolved in several ways, including a more public-facing nature and a greater focus on workforce engagement.
As 2026 approaches, six health system CEOs shared the industry shifts they believe other leaders are underestimating heading into the new year.
Several CEOs highlighted artificial intelligence, including Johnese Spisso, president of Los Angeles-based UCLA Health, CEO of UCLA Hospital System and associate vice chancellor of UCLA Health Sciences.
“A major industry shift that we are rapidly coming to recognize and prioritize is the ability of artificial intelligence and large language models to enhance our business and...
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