OAP 20170915 - 0845 Hospital Mergers

Friday, September 15

Hospital Mergers

Speaker: Simon Raphael

By the end of the talk the audience will be able to
List reasons why hospitals and laboratory leadership consistently pursue mergers. Name some situations in terms of the development of hospitals and labs where mergers are often seen as a solution.
What are the steps that usually are necessary to effect a hospital merger.
What factors lead to a successful or unsuccessful merger
Describe in general terms the record of mergers in North America over the past 50 years.
What is the outlook for mergers in the future?

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* 3. As a result of attending this session, I am planning to:

a) Discuss the session with my colleagues

b) Pursue additional learning activities.

c) Complete a Personal Learning Project.

d) Not change my practice.

e) Change my practice.

OAP 20170915 - 0845 Hospital Mergers

Friday, September 15

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* 4. Please explain any changes you plan to make or personal learning projects you will pursue as a result of this session:

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* 6. What topics would you like to be addressed at future conferences to keep you up to date in your profession?