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Potential GME Impact Following CMS 2026 IPPS Proposed Rules
On April 15, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) published the Proposed 2026 IPPS Rules. The Proposed 2025 IPPS Rules,...

Scott Masin, MBA
6 days ago3 min read
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The Rise of Three-Year Medical School Programs: A Transformative Shift in Medical Education
The traditional four-year medical school model has historically served as the standard for training future physicians. However, an...

Kelsey Barnes
Apr 33 min read
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2025 Match Day Trends & Germane Solutions' Impact
Following the 2025 NRMP Main Match Day , Germane Solutions was thrilled to see newly matched residents secure positions across a range of...

Amber Lebowski, MHA
Apr 22 min read
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The Domino Effect of Medicaid Cuts: Why We Can’t Afford to Get This Wrong
The proposed reductions in Medicaid funding have sparked widespread concern, with potential consequences extending far beyond the...

Susan Hearn-Stiffler
Mar 284 min read
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Redefining Visibility: Introducing GME Marketing by Germane Solutions
At Germane Solutions, innovation has always been central to our approach—and we’re proud to be leading the way once again with the launch...

Hunter Rich
Mar 262 min read
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Strategic Growth in GME: Optimizing Medicare Affiliation Agreements
Medicare Graduate Medical Education Affiliation Agreements (MGMEAAs) are formal agreements between two or more eligible teaching...

Margot Flowers
Mar 173 min read
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Honoring Black History Month: Addressing Health Mistrust, Culturally Sensitive Care, and Psychological Safety in Graduate Medical Education
As we recognize Black History Month, it is an opportunity to reflect on the deep and lasting impact of historical injustices on Black...

Embrace Employee Resource Group
Feb 243 min read
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Thriving: The Power of One to Transform the Future
As we prepare for the 2025 AIAMC Annual Meeting, we find ourselves reflecting on this year’s theme, Thriving: The Power of One to...

Susan Hearn-Stiffler
Feb 192 min read
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Meaning in Medicine: Germane’s Difference
As we look ahead to the 2025 ACGME Annual Educational Conference, we reflect on the evolving landscape of Graduate Medical Education...

Susan Hearn-Stiffler
Feb 173 min read
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Understanding Funding Opportunities for Dental and Podiatry Residency Programs
As a continuation of our commitment to supporting dentistry and podiatry residency programs, Germane Solutions is here to provide a...

Margot Flowers
Feb 133 min read
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Germane Solutions Expands Support to Dentistry and Podiatry Residency Programs
Germane Solutions now supports the development and implementation of dentistry and podiatry residency programs.

Claire Hauck
Jan 293 min read
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Looking Ahead to 2025: A Year of Partnership and Progress
As we step into 2025, my team and I are filled with a steadfast commitment to our mission to provide excellence to our clients and our...

Susan Hearn-Stiffler
Jan 282 min read
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A Year-End Message from Our CEO: Celebrating Success, Expressing Gratitude, and Looking Forward to 2025
As 2024 draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on the remarkable journey we’ve taken together over the past year. At Germane...

Susan Hearn-Stiffler
Dec 11, 20243 min read
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The Changing Landscape of GME: How Health Policies Impact Medical Education
As a mission-first healthcare consulting firm, Germane Solutions is dedicated to supporting policies that strengthen Graduate Medical...

Susan Hearn-Stiffler
Dec 3, 20244 min read
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From Strategy to Success: Partnering with Germane Solutions
Selecting the right consulting partner is a crucial decision for healthcare institutions aiming to enhance operational efficiency,...

Susan Hearn-Stiffler
Oct 25, 20244 min read
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From Client to Consultant: An Interview with Susan Greenwood-Clark
Germane Solutions is excited to welcome Susan Greenwood-Clark, BSN, RN, MBA, FACHE , as a Senior Specialist to our team. Susan brings...

Susan Greenwood-Clark, BSN, RN, MBA, FACHE
Oct 2, 20246 min read
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Ensuring a Healthy Future: Sustaining the Physician Pipeline to Meet Growing Demand
America stands at a critical juncture in healthcare: the ongoing physician shortage. With a rapidly growing population and increasingly...

Scott Masin, MBA
Sep 23, 20243 min read
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Securing Ohio's Healthcare Future: A Call to Strengthen GME Investment
A Critical Investment for Ohio’s Healthcare Future Graduate Medical Education (GME) plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of...

Germane Solutions
Sep 10, 20243 min read
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Empowering Wellness: How to Enhance Resident Wellbeing
Germane Solutions explores practical strategies to enhance resident wellness.

Germane Solutions
Aug 29, 20244 min read
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Creating a Competitive Edge Part III: Understanding and Engaging Generation Z in GME Recruitment
As the Graduate Medical Education (GME) industry continues to evolve, so too must your program’s strategies for connecting with the next...

Kelsey Barnes
Aug 26, 20245 min read
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