Guidehouse, Henry Ford Health, and USA Health leaders outlined a 10-step approach to successful post-merger integrations in a new AHA report, “Assembly Required: An Operator’s Manual for Post-Merger Integration.” The report includes case studies on how each organization successfully maneuvered post-merger integration in their respective systems, as well as best practices and practical tips from Guidehouse experts. Read the full report to learn what your next steps should be post-merger.

AvaSure recently shared a practical roadmap for health systems looking to scale virtual care and virtual nursing. “7 Steps to Deploying Virtual Care and Virtual Nursing Platforms,” outlines key implementation stages—from stakeholder engagement to workforce integration—and includes best practices drawn from successful deployments across the country. Read the guide here.

Clasp’s new School Deserts Index maps state-by-state gaps in training programs for critical roles like nursing, respiratory therapy, and surgical tech—revealing where education pipelines have broken down. The areas with the fewest programs are often those facing the steepest staffing challenges. This report helps healthcare leaders and educators to target investments where they’re needed most. Explore Clasp’s findings here.