For the sixth time in eight years, The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston has been tapped the No. 1 hospital for cancer care in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report’s annual “America’s Best Hospitals” edition.
Besides the top ranking, UT M. D. Anderson was recognized for specialty care in five other areas: ear, nose and throat (2); urology (9); gynecology (12); digestive orders (23); and diabetes & endocrine disorders (41). UT Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas was ranked nationally in four areas: urology (15); neurology and neurosurgery (20); kidney disorders (23); and gynecology (33).
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An initiative aimed at cutting costs through bulk purchases across The University of Texas System health institutions will net $2.5 million in its first year and is projected to save campuses more than $30 million when fully implemented.
Scott C. Kelley, executive vice chancellor for business affairs, presented the results of the Supply Chain Alliance Strategic Initiative to the UT System Board of Regents today (Feb. 7). The effort – part of a comprehensive system-wide shared services initiative – was approved in October 2006 to leverage collaborative purchasing power across UT System institutions.
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Efforts to Improve Grad Rates Showing Progress - Summer 2007
Code Red Task Force Discusses Next Steps - Fall 2007
Shared Services Initiative Yields Efficiencies, Cost Savings - Summer 2007
Medical, Allied Health and Nursing Education Programs Available Online - Spring 2007
State of Tomorrow™ Focuses on the Future of Health in Texas - Spring 2007
UT M. D. Anderson Patient Safety, Efficiency Initiatives Paying Off - Winter 2006
Medical School Admissions Program Helps Disadvantaged Students Realize Dream - Winter 2006
Public Higher Education Takes to the Texas Airwaves - Summer 2006
UT Students Thrive in the Nation's Capital - Summer 2006
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