There's been plenty of healthcare news so far this year, and the experts at Advisory Board have had thoughts on them all, from the formation of Risant Health to the fastest-growing jobs in healthcare, to the Supreme Court's decision on affirmative action.

1. Kaiser+Geisinger: Our take on the formation of Risant Health

Kaiser Permanente in April announced it is acquiring Geisinger Health, and Geisinger will operate independently under a new subsidiary of Kaiser called Risant Health.

2. These are the fastest-growing jobs in healthcare

The Bureau of Labor Statistics released a list of the 20 occupations with the highest projected growth rate between 2021 and 2031, with nurse practitioners claiming the top spot.

3. Envision Healthcare filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Here's what you need to know.

Physician staffing firm Envision Healthcare filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in May, but will "continue operating its business as usual" so that the company can "provide patients with the high-quality care they require."

4. What SCOTUS' affirmative action decision could mean for medical schools

The Supreme Court of the United States last week struck down affirmative action, ruling that considering race in school admissions is unconstitutional — a decision that some medical experts say could have a significant impact on medical schools' ability to increase the number of students from underrepresented communities.

5. Amazon says RxPass is 'fundamentally different.' Not so fast.

Amazon in January debuted its latest healthcare offering — a prescription drug program that gives subscribers the ability to fill as many prescriptions as they need for a flat monthly fee, delivering an experience the company says is "fundamentally different" from other pharmacies.