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Total Laboratory Automation Key Topic at MEDLAB Asia Pacific 2016
New technologies in the laboratory lead to increased productivity, reduced cycle time, and enhanced data quality - March 17, 2016 - Informa Life Sciences Exhibitions
Always Best Care of San Diego Announces Home Health Care Services
Bill Mathis, owner of Always Best Care Senior Services of San Diego, is excited to inform the public about skilled home health care services offered by ABC San Diego. - March 17, 2016 - Always Best Care
Castle International Launching New CASTLE MEDFLIGHT in Austin, Texas
Castle International, LLC parent company to CASTLE MEDFLIGHT TM the nations premier provider Extracorporeal Life Support (ECLS) air ambulance transport with full CONNECT TM telemedicine integration to America’s top hospitals and donor health networks, continues to expand its land acquisition... - March 17, 2016 - Castle International
Diet Doc Places More Focus on Eliminating Cancer Causing High-Glycemic Carbohydrates to Reduce the Risk of Carbohydrate-Related Lung Cancer
Diet Doc continues to help patients lose 20 or more pounds per month while reducing the risk of weight-related disease, now including carbohydrate-related lung cancer. - March 16, 2016 - Diet Doc
New Oral Anticoagulation Reversal Resource for Healthcare Professionals Launches on epgonline.org
A new oral anticoagulation reversal resource has launched on epgonline.org, the website for healthcare professionals. This resource has been developed to provide accurate information on the approaches to oral anticoagulation reversal for patients who experience or are at risk of significant... - March 16, 2016 - EPG Health Media
IQ4I Research & Consultancy Published a New Report on “Catheters Global Market – Forecast To 2022”
This report analyzes and studies the overall market, major drivers & Opportunities, Restraints & Threats in North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of the World. - March 16, 2016 - IQ4I Research & Consultancy Pvt. Ltd.
New Generation of OTP Tokens by Protectimus
Protectimus introduces a new generation of hardware OTP tokens Protectimus SLIM and Protectimus SLIM mini. New tokens have 2 form-factors: regular bank card ISO/IEC 7810 ID-1 (85.6 x 53.98 x 0.76 mm) and a mini card 64 x 38 mm in size. The main feature of the new product is that it can be... - March 15, 2016 - Protectimus Limited
ABISA’s CEO Delivers Presentation on Telemedicine to Healthcare Administrators in Kentucky
Telemedicine in Kentucky - March 15, 2016 - ABISA
Book on Medical Data Analytics Titled Clinical Intelligence is Selected as Text Book by Universities
Clinical Intelligence Book Covers Topics in Clinical Data Mining, Medical Prediction, Population Health Management, Quality Measures, Fraud Detection and Financial Metrics. The Book is adopted by several universities as text book for public health and data analytics courses. - March 15, 2016 - Peter Ghavami, Ph.D
Source-Omega Grows as DHA Private Labeler of Registered Ingredient SOURCE OIL® from Chromista
Source-Omega announces many new 3rd party DHA omega-3 supplement private labels approved to launch in the first half of 2016. Several of the new DHA products seek to benefit prenatal, pregnant and nursing markets in the USA, China and Singapore. SOURCE OIL® is a water extracted DHA algae oil... - March 14, 2016 - Source-Omega
Age Backwards - Orchid Aesthetics Demos New Forever Young BBL™ Laser at Open House March 28-April 2, 2016
Orchid Aesthetics, a state-of the-art medical spa offering a full range of non-surgical aesthetic treatments, acquired Forever Young light technology by Sciton. Demos available during a week long Open House, March 28 - April 2, 57 West 57 Street Ste. 1203, NYC, to unveil Forever Young BBL™, a... - March 14, 2016 - Orchid Aesthetics Medical Spa
Eldermark Rolls Out Secure, Accessible Cloud Storage
Cloud Storage eliminates the need for faxing and mailing with one piece of software. - March 14, 2016 - Eldermark Software
KCNQ2 Cure Alliance Receives $250,000 Commitment to Fund Vital Research for This Rare Form of Epileptic Encephalopathy
KCNQ2 Cure Alliance is pleased to announce that it has received a $250,000 commitment from the Anthony Gleason Family Foundation to fund vital research into treatments or a cure for KCNQ2 epileptic encephalopathy. This donation will significantly advance the ongoing research and education efforts... - March 13, 2016 - KCNQ2 Cure Alliance
Soft Drinks and Orthodontic Treatment Are a Recipe for Disaster Says American Association of Orthodontists
Many people are not aware that soft drinks – even diet soft drinks, sports and energy drinks, and fruit drinks – contain acids, which can be especially troublesome for people in orthodontic treatment. The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) strongly advises patients in... - March 12, 2016 - Curium
Patient Safety Awareness Week at Center Stage for ICBioethics
"Improving patient safety must be more than monitoring to be sure medical errors are avoided. It must become part of an overall healthcare ethic within the organization." -- Dr. Kathy Detar Gennuso - March 12, 2016 - Institute of Consultative Bioethics
Cheng-Lun Soo, MD Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Cheng-Lun Soo, MD of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Cheng-Lun Soo, MD Dr. Soo is the Owner and a... - March 12, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Hoag Urgent Care & Family Medicine Coming Soon to Los Olivos Marketplace
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian announced today that Hoag Urgent Care & Family Medicine is scheduled to open at Los Olivos Marketplace on Wednesday, March 16. Managed by Hoag Medical Group, Hoag Urgent Care & Family Medicine will be open 363 days a year, seven-days a week, including... - March 12, 2016 - Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
A Tale of Two New Hepatitis C Drugs
Despite discount, Merck’s just approved Zepatier unlikely to win share with most US payers, except in Medicaid, according to RxScorecard™. New combo from Gilead could ensure company’s dominant position among US payers. - March 11, 2016 - Real Endpoints
April 5, 2016 Webinar to Offer Organizational Readiness Assessment for Next Generation ACO Participation
Two thought leaders in value-based reimbursement strategy will outline a roadmap to readiness for CMS's Next Generation ACO and other risk-based payment models during an April 5, 2016 webinar sponsored by the Healthcare Intelligence Network. - March 11, 2016 - Healthcare Intelligence Network
Karen Weinstock of Weinstock Immigration Lawyers to Conduct "A-Z of IMG Recruiting" Webinar on March 16th for the Association of Staff Physician Recruiters
Webinar Will Discuss Strategies of Recruiting International Medical Graduates and Understanding Immigration Procedures for Hospitals - March 11, 2016 - Weinstock Immigration Lawyers
NOIT Research Announces "Gift of Change" Campaign to Aid Families with Autistic Members
For Every NOIT Unit Sold Between February 10, 2016 and March 31, 2016, the Company will donate a unit to a needy family. - March 11, 2016 - NOIT Research
Dr. Caitlin Ferriter Joins DBT California in San Diego
Dr. Caitlin Ferriter and Dr. Stassi Riser have joined the team of Dialectical Behavior Therapy experts at DBT California. Dr. Ferriter and Riser bring their expertise in DBT from the San Diego VA to DBT California's newest location in San Diego. Dr. Ferriter will serve as Clinical Director and Dr. Riser will be a Staff Associate. - March 10, 2016 - DBT California
Hinsdale Foot & Ankle Specialist in Hinsdale Now Offering Stem Cell Recruitment Therapy to Help Patients with Foot & Ankle Pain
Hinsdale Foot & Ankle Specialist, is now offering stem cell recruitment therapy to help patients with foot and ankle pain. The regenerative medicine treatments are offered by Dr. Kevin Salvino, a Board Certified Doctor of Podiatric Medicine by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery and an Associate of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. - March 10, 2016 - Hinsdale Foot & Ankle Specialist
Alex Sherman, Massachusetts General Hospital to Speak at GTCbio’s Big Data Bioinformatics
Alex Sherman at Massachusetts General Hospital will discuss, “Big Data in Rare Diseases” at GTCbio’s Big Data Bioinformatics conference. - March 10, 2016 - GTCbio
CrowdReviews.com, Partnered with Exedra Events, Announces 15th Annual Hospital Management Asia; Heads to the Ever Charming Ho Chi Minh City
After 4 years, HMA decides to head back to Vietnam. This time to another charming city – Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam: over 80 speakers and 1000 delegates from 30 countries are expected to attend this year’s event. - March 09, 2016 - topseos.com
Population Health Management Needs Fueling Data Analytics Frenzy, Survey Finds
A passion to improve population health is the top driver behind healthcare's dive into data analytics, according to 2016 Data Analytics and Integration metrics from the Healthcare Intelligence Network (HIN). - March 09, 2016 - Healthcare Intelligence Network
Louisville Men's Clinic Reaches Landmark
The Louisville Men's clinic has reached the pinnacle of men’s sexual health treatment, they have now successfully treated over 5,000 patients with a 97% success rate. Through a desire to create a welcoming, relaxing and understanding environment the clinic has enabled anyone to feel at ease... - March 09, 2016 - Louisville Men's Clinic
Second Annual “Fore on the Floor” Charity Golf Classic Announced
Miami’s 2016 Winter Music Conference announces Second Annual “Fore on the Floor” Charity Golf Classic to Support America’s Armed Forces. - March 08, 2016 - Watering Seeds Organization
Dr. Kendall Roehl Joins Memorial Plastic Surgery Group
Dr. Kendall Roehl, board-certified plastic surgeon, has taken the helm at Memorial Plastic Surgery's first branch in Clear Lake opening on March 1, 2016. A fellow of Microsurgery at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, Dr. Roehl specializes in breast reconstruction and is also experienced in a wide range of plastic surgery procedures on the breast, body, and face. - March 08, 2016 - Memorial Plastic Surgery
Specialty CROs: The Future of R&D Outsourcing
Roots Analysis has announced the addition of Specialty CROs Market, 2016-2025 report to their offering. The report delivers a comprehensive study on Contract Research Organizations (CROs) that offer specialized sets of research capabilities/services, focused on a particular stage of clinical... - March 07, 2016 - Roots Analysis
Global Body Fat Measurement Market Size, Growth Reach to be $700.3 Million by 2022 - by Brisk Insights
Brisk Insights has announced the addition of "Body Fat Measurement Market - Global Industry Application Analysis, Regional Outlook, Market Growth, Trends, Key Players, Competitive Strategies and Forecasts" Market Research Report to their Database. - March 06, 2016 - Brisk Insights
Global ECG Equipment Market Growth to be $6.12 Billion by 2022 - by Brisk Insights
Brisk Insights has announced the addition of "ECG Equipment Market - Global Industry Application Analysis, Regional Outlook, Market Growth, Trends, Key Players, Competitive Strategies and Forecasts" Market Research Report to their Database. - March 06, 2016 - Brisk Insights
Voicebrook to Exhibit at USCAP 2016 Annual Meeting
Company to highlight integration with AP Systems by Cerner, Cortex, Epic, Meditech, Orchard, SCC Soft Computer, and Sunquest and discuss International expansion plans - March 04, 2016 - Voicebrook, Inc.
Honored VIP Member, Susan J. Littman, Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as Professional of the Year 2016
Dr. Susan J. Littman of Ambler, Pennsylvania was selected as Professional of the Year 2016 in Oncology by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals. - March 04, 2016 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
The Digital Healthcare Conference to Host Leading Thought Leaders in Dubai
The Digital Healthcare conference will bring together care givers, technology service & solution providers and innovators to exchange ideas and make Middle East Medical industry future ready back with best in class health information infrastructure. - March 04, 2016 - Information Exchange Group
Captiva Spine’s MIS Pedicle Screw Systems Receive Additional FDA Clearance for Larger Diameter Pedicle Screws
Captiva Spine, Inc., announced today that they have received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for larger diameter screws within their TowerLOX MIS Pedicle Screw System and CapLOX II Pedicle Screw System. The additions to their systems include 8.5mm and 9.0mm Polyaxial Screws (non-cannulated, cannulated and reduction) for MIS, Mini-Open and Open cases in 30mm-100mm lengths, while maintaining all of the same instrument compatibilities to the implant. - March 03, 2016 - Captiva Spine, Inc
Meet Spectrum King LED at Spannabis 2016 at Booth 187
Spectrum King LED, a technology company in the LED grow light industry, will promote and display their products at booth 187 at Spannabis 2016 in March. - March 03, 2016 - Spectrum King LED
March 31, 2016 Webinar: U.S.'s Largest Commercial Episodes of Care Payor on Payor-Provider Partnership That Improved Clinical Outcomes & Reduced Total Cost of Care
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey (BCBSNJ) will outline the value-based payor-provider partnership that yielded $3 million in shared savings in 2014 for 51 participating specialty practices during a March 31, 2016 webinar sponsored by the Healthcare Intelligence Network. - March 03, 2016 - Healthcare Intelligence Network
IQ4I Research & Consultancy Published a New Report on “Structural Heart Devices Global Market – Forecast To 2022”
This analyzes and studies the overall market, major drivers & Opportunities, Restraints & Threats in North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of the World. - March 03, 2016 - IQ4I Research & Consultancy Pvt. Ltd.
Brian P. Murphy Opens New Personal Injury Law Practice; Weighs in on Family’s Right to Pursue Lawsuit in Recent Nursing Home Death Case
Nursing home murder case triggers new questions about a family’s right to pursue legal action against care facility. Personal injury attorney Brian P. Murphy addresses these concerns from his new law practice that exclusively serves Pennsylvania & New Jersey nursing home abuse & neglect victims. - March 02, 2016 - The Law Firm of Brian P. Murphy, PC
ALFA Scientific Sponsors San Diego Race for Colon Cancer Awareness
Leading Developer of Rapid Medical Tests Joins Forces with the Colon Cancer Alliance - March 02, 2016 - Alfa Scientific
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month
Center for Endometriosis Care Encourages Individuals to Speak Up, Break "Taboos" - March 02, 2016 - Center for Endometriosis Care
Silver Wolf Nutrition Launches Effective New Protein Powder Made from Peas
Silver Wolf Nutrition has launched a new type of protein powder made exclusively from peas. The product offers 30 grams of protein in a relatively small amount of powder, giving people a vegan, cost-effective, and hypoallergenic solution to their diet and muscle building needs. - March 02, 2016 - Silver Wolf Nutrition
eData Services Launch Virtual Medical Staffing Service
eData Services announces the launch of a new virtual back-office staffing services for medical practitioners. eData will provide highly trained medical professionals who are ready to do anything needed to help a medical practice’s office staff – except be there in person. These are... - March 02, 2016 - eData Services
Global Thermal Imaging Market Growth Estimated to be $11.2 Billion by 2022 - by Brisk Insights
Brisk Insights has announced the addition of "Thermal Imaging Market - Global Industry Application Analysis, Regional Outlook, Market Growth, Trends, Key Players, Competitive Strategies and Forecasts" Market Research Report to their database. - March 02, 2016 - Brisk Insights
Ixogel®: Agreement on Special Protocol Assessment (SPA) by the US Food and Drug Administration for the Prevention of Lyme Disease
Ixodes AG, a pharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing therapeutic products for the prevention of Lyme Disease, today announced that the company has reached agreement with the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on the phase III protocol according to the Special Protocol... - March 01, 2016 - Ixodes AG
James A. Tumlin Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who as a Lifetime VIP
James A. Tumlin, of Chattanooga, Tennessee, has recently been honored as a Lifetime VIP Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Healthcare. - March 01, 2016 - Strathmore Who's Who
Patricia A. Cleary Recognized as a Professional of the Year for Three Consecutive Years by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Patricia A. Cleary of Arlington, Virginia has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for three consecutive years by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Patricia A. Cleary Ms. Cleary has 50... - March 01, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Grazina R. Vizinas as a Professional of the Year for 2016
Grazina R. Vizinas, of Chicago, Illinois, a lifetime member of Strathmore’s Who’s Who, has recently been recognized as a 2016 Professional of the Year for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Medical Administration. - March 01, 2016 - Strathmore Who's Who
Tryten Debuts NOVA 2 Modular Medical Tablet Cart at HIMSS16
Tryten will be debuting the NOVA 2 Modular Medical Tablet Cart at HIMSS16 booth 12317. - February 29, 2016 - Tryten