EDITORIAL ADVISORY BOARD: Health care in America is rapidly changing

Today, we find ourselves at a new crossroads in the delivery of health care in the U.S. The health care industry finds itself in a state of unprecedented change.

EDITORIAL ADVISORY BOARD: Obamacare is bringing more changes this year

More than two years after the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act was passed, many changes contained in the law will begin to be phased in this year.

EDITORIAL ADVISORY BOARD: Hospitals work hard to earn accreditation

Over three months this summer, the efforts of the physicians and staff at Franciscan St. James Health were recognized for excellence when the hospital was awarded accreditations by national and international health care organizations.

EDITORIAL ADVISORY BOARD: Become an organ donor to help save lives

The national health care debate might be a hot topic, but the real crisis for many patients in the United States cannot be solved through legislation or court rulings.

EDITORIAL ADVISORY BOARD: Help Catholic health care providers guard beliefs

The nation's Catholic hospitals are taking issue with the Health and Human Services mandate to guarantee "free" contraceptives for all women. Under the umbrella of guaranteed services for women are sterilization, abortion-inducing drugs and contraception.

2012 Illinois Editorial Advisory Board members

Today, we introduce new members of The Times Editorial Advisory Board. They have agreed to share their opinions on issues of local and regional interest. Look for these familiar names and faces on columns in the Forum section over the next year.

EDITORIAL ADVISORY BOARD: Palliative care is gaining traction

A comprehensive, more compassionate approach to caring for patients with serious or life-threatening illnesses -- known as palliative care -- is gaining traction.

Seth Warren

Seth Warren is president of Franciscan St. James Health

Seth Warren

Seth Warren is regional CEO of the Franciscan Alliance South Suburban Chicago Region and president of Franciscan St. James Health.

2011 Illinois Editorial Advisory Board members

Today, we introduce new members of The Times Editorial Advisory Board. These individuals have agreed to share their opinions on issues of local and regional interest. Look for these familiar names and faces on columns in the Forum section over the next year.