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Health Leaders Urge Collaboration to Combat Care Challenges

1/16/2026

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During a January 15, 2026 Newsweek webinar, health care leaders said collaboration is essential to address labor shortages and rising costs.
Executives from Hartford HealthCare, City of Hope, and Banner Health urged organizations to align goals and values, emphasizing transparency and shared purpose to improve patient care and access.
City of Hope's Robert Stone said cancer care requires collective efforts, highlighting the need for partnerships across providers.

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During a January 15, 2026 Newsweek webinar, health care leaders said collaboration is essential to address labor shortages and rising costs.
Executives from Hartford HealthCare, City of Hope, and Banner Health urged organizations to align goals and values, emphasizing transparency and shared purpose to improve patient care and access.
City of Hope's Robert Stone said cancer care requires collective efforts, highlighting the need for partnerships across providers.