Despite the wide pay gap, the majority of female physicians—specialists or otherwise—said they would choose to pursue a career in medicine again if given the choice.

One of the nation’s largest health systems is shoring up its expenses by cutting back on contract labor amid growing financial challenges. 

The ever-rising cost of healthcare in the United States is having a crippling financial impact on many Americans, according to a recent survey.

The acquisition includes an initial investment of $35 million and an upfront closing payment of $200 million. By 2029, if the companies reach all targeted regulatory and commercial milestones, the acquisition could cost Cordis up to $1.135 billion in all.