A plan has been developed to improve performance in clinical and research spheres, and in the Medical Center as a whole. The focus is now on revenue enhancements as well as cost reduction. Myers expressed disappointment that Dr. Katz's presentation was similar to statements made over the last two and a half years. Prof. Hauser asked about the expense reduction goals. In particular, he decried the poor support services in the hospital and the risk of further cuts in this area.
Nursing staff is hard to retain when support is poor.
Dr. Katz agreed on the need to enhance nurse recruitment and retention. There was substantial discussion on the implications of the financial crisis and the transaction on education, research, and clinical practice.