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Dr. Will Sawyer Unveils a Historic Announcement in Charleston, SC at APTR Conference
Dr. Will Sawyer and his right hand Henry the Hand Champion Handwasher went down to Charleston, South Carolina to announce the greatest public health innovation since Ignaz Semmelweis and handwashing in the 1860's. "It will prevent epidemics and even a Pandemic," said Dr. Sawyer. Imagine... - March 20, 2015 - The Henry the Hand Foundation
MedAware Systems, Inc. Develops the First Standardized Index for Cognitive Assessment
MedAware Systems, Inc., a company focused on the aggregation and analysis of biomedical research data for physicians and patients announced today that it has completed development of a comprehensive standardized index that provides the ability to compare outcome measures from medical research... - March 20, 2015 - Biomed Industries Inc.
Arab Health Supports Noor Dubai’s Vision of a World Free of Blindness
Organisers of the recently concluded Arab Health Exhibition & Congress in Dubai have announced that a total of AED 50,000 was donated to the Noor Dubai Foundation as a result of the Arab Health ‘photo selfie’ campaign that took place during the show in January 2015. The Noor Dubai... - March 20, 2015 - Informa Life Sciences Exhibitions
Tyler Cornell, Personally Donates 1 Million Shares of TLIF Stock and TOCCALife.com to Donate 5000 Home Drug Tests to Establish TOCCA Life Foundation
Cornell, Personally Donates 1 Million Shares of TLIF Stock, TOCCALife.com to Donate 5000 Home Drug Tests to Establish TOCCA Life Foundation’s Moyra Duncan Dare to Share(s) Drive Promoting “It’s Okay To Ask For Help” to the 1 in 4 Families Directly Affected by Addiction. - March 19, 2015 - TOCCA Life Holdings, Inc.
Medical Marijuana: The Future of Health Care
MedMJ Hosts Medical Marijuana Conference at Marijuana Investor Summit in Denver - March 19, 2015 - CrowdFundConnect
Women's Health Foundation Names Endometriosis Patient Champion of Pelvic Wellness
Women’s Health Foundation (WHF), a Chicago-based nonprofit dedicated to pelvic health and wellness has announced this year’s recipients of the Passion Award and Medical Activist Award to New Jersey and New York physical therapist and endometriosis patient, Dr. Sallie Sarrel, PT, ATC, DPT and Michigan-based women’s health practitioner Leslie Wooldridge, respectively. The women will be honored at WHF’s signature fundraiser, "Below the Belt: Fighting for Women’s Pelvic Health." - March 18, 2015 - salliesarrel.com
OrthoNeuro Names Hurlburt as Chief Financial Officer
OrthoNeuro named Mike Hurlburt, CMPE as its new Chief Financial Officer. Hurlburt will take on his new responsibilities and return to OrthoNeuro in June. “Mike is extremely qualified to serve as CFO,” said Dr. Carl Berasi, President and Chief Executive Officer of OrthoNeuro. “His... - March 18, 2015 - OrthoNeuro
Sherry Bridge Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Sherry Bridge of Bountiful, Utah has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Sherry Bridge Ms. Bridge has over 40 years experience in the dietetics field. She is the Clinical... - March 18, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
VersaSuite Exhibits at the NACHC Policy & Issues Forum Conference
VersaSuite, a leading EHR/HIS solution provider, today announced it will be exhibiting at the NACHC Policy & Issues Conference What: NACHC P & I Conference To make an appointment with VersaSuite, send a request to sales@versasuite.com or call 512-250-8774. When: March 18-22, 2015 WHhere:... - March 18, 2015 - VersaSuite
Waterview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Highlights World Kidney Day
Every year March is known for its "Madness," unfortunately too many people are watching basketball to shift their awareness towards something that affects 26 million American adults while millions of others are at increased risk. So what is Chronic Kidney Disease? According to... - March 18, 2015 - Waterview Nursing & Rehabilitation
Fractures of the Pelvis and Acetabulum Now Available in a Two-Volume Set
The fourth edition of the well-known and highly regarded "Fractures of the Pelvis and Acetabulum" by Marvin Tile, David L. Helfet, James F. Kellam, and Mark Vrahas, has just been published in a two-volume set by the AO Foundation and Thieme. Each volume emphasizes decision making based on... - March 18, 2015 - Thieme Publishers
PerformanceScrubs.com Announces Partnership with the Helene Fuld College of Nursing in New York
PerformanceScrubs.com, a Performance HealthCare Products company, today announced a partnership with the Helene Fuld College of Nursing (HFCN) to supply their students and faculty with specialized apparel. Through this cooperative effort, the Helene Fuld College of Nursing will work closely with... - March 17, 2015 - Performance Healthcare Products
MDSearch.ca Announces MDConcierge, a Complimentary Search Support Service to Global Physicians Seeking Work in Canada and in Select Countries Worldwide
With a growing, aging population, the demand for physicians has intensified, and communities worldwide, especially in North America are experiencing doctor shortages. A 2015 study conducted for the AAMC by IHS Inc., predicts that by year 2025 the US will be faced with a shortage of up to 90,000 physicians. Shortages will be in both primary and specialty care. This can only mean, trouble for Canada, as more and more doctors are motivated to relocate to the the USA. - March 17, 2015 - MDSearch Canada
Harold L. Archibald Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Harold L. Archibald of Fairfield, California has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the nutritional food and dietary supplements industry. About Harold L. Archibald Mr. Archibald has 46 years experience in... - March 17, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
Grow Your Mind with VoiceOver Solution at The United States and Canadian Academy of Pathology Annual Meeting
Voicebrook to demonstrate Pathology Reporting Solution at prestigious conference. - March 17, 2015 - Voicebrook, Inc.
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Jerry W. Pratt M.D.
Jerry W. Pratt, M.D., of Kalamazoo, Michigan, has recently been recognized as a Lifetime VIP Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Healthcare. - March 17, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Albert Cohen M.D. as a Round Table Member
Albert Cohen, M.D., of Delray Beach, Florida, has been recognized as a member of Strathmore’s Who’s Who Round Table for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Healthcare. - March 17, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
Honored Member, Bruce H. Levin, Has Been Named Professional of the Year 2015 by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
For his achievements and accomplishments in the field of pain Medicine, Dr. Bruce H. Levin has been named Professional of the Year 2015. - March 14, 2015 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Health Information Management Specialist, eData Utilizes Modern EHR via Virtual Medical Scribes
American owned and operated Health Information Management Company, eData Services U.S., LLC adds Virtual Medical Scribes to its portfolio of Health Information products and services. - March 14, 2015 - eData Services
St. Christopher’s Again Receives Highest Nursing Credential with Magnet® Recognition
St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children has again attained Magnet® recognition as part of the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program®. This voluntary credentialing program for hospitals recognizes excellence in nursing. This credential is the... - March 14, 2015 - St. Christopher's Hospital for Children
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Bruce H. Levin, M.D., as 2015 Professional of the Year
Bruce H. Levin, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has recently been recognized as a 2015 Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Pain Medicine. - March 13, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
China Patent for Therapeutic Vaccine Treatment of Obesity to be Granted to Braasch Biotech
China's State Intellectual Property Office to grant Braasch Biotech's patent on Therapeutic treatment of human and pet obesity. - March 13, 2015 - Braasch Biotech LLC
VersaSuite Exhibits at the 13th Northwest Regional Critical Access Hospital Conference
Who: VersaSuite, a leading EHR/HIS solution provider, today announced it will be exhibiting at the 13th Annual Northwest Regional Critical Access Conference. What: 2014 FOM/IT Conference. To make an appointment with VersaSuite, send a request to sales@versasuite.com or call 512-250-8774. When:... - March 13, 2015 - VersaSuite
A Clinical Overview of Neuroimaging of Trauma Patients
"Imaging of Traumatic Brain Injury," recently published by Thieme, covers all aspects of neurotrauma imaging and provides a clinical overview of traumatic brain injury (TBI). It contains over 250 high-quality images on such topics as acute head trauma, pathophysiology of TBI, and the... - March 13, 2015 - Thieme Publishers
CORE Business Services to Present Healthcare Fest 2015
CORE Business Services, a leading managed services provider and healthcare IT advisor, today announced Healthcare Fest, southern Oregon’s premier healthcare IT event. Presented in partnership with Southern Oregon Credit Service, the event offers panels, speakers, workshops, and more covering... - March 12, 2015 - CORE Business Services
President of Definitive Medical Marketing to Speak at FFAS Symposium & WordPress Camp
Linda Persall, founder of Definitive Medical Productions to speak on medical marketing at 2 upcoming conventions. FFAS Aesthetic Symposium & Exhibition held at the Intercontinental Hotel Buckhead in Atlanta on March 18-22, 2015. She will be doing presentations on YouTube Video Marketing, Internet Content marketing, and Using EBlasts for Successful Medical marketing. She is also speaking at Word Press Camp on YouTube Marketing using WordPress. - March 12, 2015 - Definitive Medical Marketing
Worried About Health Coverage for College Students Traveling on Spring Break?
College students are flocking to sunny beaches during spring break leaving worried parents behind. Spring break is supposed to be a fun-filled annual rite of passage for college students. Parents should know that in a case of an out of state emergency, emergency medical transportation is readily available through a MASA Assist membership. And, its affordable and provides peace of mind to all. - March 11, 2015 - MASA Assist
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Frederick Ntum Lobati, M.D.
Frederick Ntum Lobati, of Columbia, Missouri, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Healthcare and Healthcare Education. - March 11, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
Shelley L. Johnson is Strathmore’s Who’s Who 2015 Professional of the Year
Shelley L. Johnson has been recognized as Strathmore’s Who’s Who Professional of the Year for 2015. This honor is bestowed on recognition of her achievements in the field of Healthcare Business Solutions. - March 11, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
Thieme Named Official Publisher for Neurological Society of India
Thieme Publishers Delhi is excited to announce that they are now the official publisher for the Neurological Society of India (NSI). Thieme will publish one title per year for the society, and the 2015 publication is Progress in Clinical Neurosciences, Volume 29, by Dr. V.P. Singh and Dr. - March 11, 2015 - Thieme Publishers
Aquentium Enters Multi-Billion Dollar Vapor Market with Nutritional e-Liquid
Aquentium, Inc. (OTC:AQNM) announced today that company is expanding into the multi-billion dollar vapor market. Aquentium's subsidiary, Immune BioPharma, Inc. has developed a nutritional e-liquid that is fortified with vitamins and minerals. The Immune BioPharma e-liquid is non-toxic and does not... - March 11, 2015 - Aquentium
ERBB Now Included in the MJIC Marijuana Stock Index; The Leading Cannabis Related Index Will Continually Provide Market Information and Analysis for American Green
American Green, Inc. (OTC MKTS: ERBB) announced today that it has been selected by The Marijuana Index (www.marijuanaindex.com) for inclusion in its MJIC U.S. Non-Reporting Company Index. The Marijuana Index is the leading equity tracking index featuring public companies involved in the cannabis... - March 10, 2015 - American Green
Cleveland Heart International and CU Medical Roll Out External Defibrillator Technology in the US
Cleveland Heart International to Acquire Majority Interest in Leading Korean AED Manufacturer, CU Medical. - March 10, 2015 - Cleveland Heart International
Doctor-at-Home to Reduce Hospital Readmissions
TeleHealth365 Inc, a Silicon Valley company, plans to shake up and revolutionize the healthcare industry by providing free video conferencing to physicians. The technology is secure and HIPAA compliant, a distinct advantage over other video consumer offerings. - March 10, 2015 - TeleHealth365
Case Study Suggests Thalassemia Most Prevalent in the South Asia and South East Asia Regions
Thalassemia one of the hot topics covered at the haematology conference at MEDLAB Asia Pacific 2015. - March 10, 2015 - Informa Life Sciences Exhibitions
New Show: World Health News with Dr. David Samadi
Chief of Robotic Surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital, Dr. David Samadi accepts the appointment as am970 The Asnwer (WNYM) & am570 The Mission (WMCA) Chief Medical Correspondent. Dr. David Samadi joins WNYM 970 AM’s line up which includes SNL’s Alumni Joe Piscopo & New York radio... - March 09, 2015 - AM970 The Asnwer WNYM
Four Seasons Healthcare Solutions Celebrates Donor Day 2015
Four Seasons Healthcare Solutions Pays Tribute to these unsung Heroes on National Donor Day. - March 08, 2015 - Four Seasons Healthcare Solutions
AHAA Recognizes Top Audiology Practices During Annual National Convention; Celebrates 20 Years of Support to Hearing Healthcare
Six audiologists and business owners were recognized, from among all Associates nationwide, for their dedication and success during the recent awards presentation at the 20th annual American Hearing Aid Associates (AHAA) Convention. · Pat D. Biondi, Au.D., was given the President’s... - March 08, 2015 - AHAA
Freeze Your Eggs and Delay Fertility
Egg freezing is an exciting new option for many women who have chosen to delay fertility due to career building, partner status or other reasons. - March 07, 2015 - Great Possibilities Egg Freezing & Fertility Agency
Healthcare Executive Leadership Forum Registration Now Open
Physician Engagement Strategies, Successful EMR Implementation, Sustaining Financial Viability Among Topics for Discussion - March 07, 2015 - Q1 Productions
Capita Conferences Announce Details of Their Adult Social Care Inspections Conference
The Adult Social Care Inspections Conference is ideally timed following the recent overhaul of the Care Quality Commission’s (CQC) inspection model and the introduction of a new rating system. With the regulator planning to rate every adult social service in England by 2016, and the launch... - March 07, 2015 - Capita Conferences
Thieme Delhi Now Publisher of "Indian Journal of Neurosurgery"
Thieme Publishers Delhi has taken over the publication of "Indian Journal of Neurosurgery" from the Medknow division of Wolters Kluwer Health, a large international open access publisher. "Indian Journal of Neurosurgery" joins a prestigious group of Thieme Open Access... - March 07, 2015 - Thieme Publishers
Stage IV Colon Cancer Survivor Celebrated Ten Year SIR-Spheres Anniversary with Weekend of Oscar Events
Meegan Hodges was given only three treatment choices for her terminal colon cancer: 1) do nothing 2) do chemo 3) try a new treatment called SIR-Spheres Microspheres. A decade of milestones has followed her decision. - March 06, 2015 - Say YES to Hope
ERBB to Install It's ZaZZZ Medical Marijuana Vending Machine in Exhale Med Center of Los Angeles. American Green Expands Into Southern California.
American Green will be on Pot Stock Radio Sunday March 8 at 8:30 p.m. EST. ERBB owns the Green Universe hydro store in Sonoma, California - March 06, 2015 - American Green
Logan Solutions Launches Doctor-Dragon.com
Finally, a Dragon Medical site that has "just what the doctor needed." Nothing more, nothing less. Doctor-Dragon.com is a site that puts everything a clinician needs for clinical documentation in one place--software, microphones, training, support and a blog with useful tips and tricks. - March 06, 2015 - Logan Solutions
Forcura and Quality in Real Time (QIRT) Strategic Partnership Creates Complete Documentation and Quality Solution for Home Health and Hospice Agencies
The partnering of QIRT's quality assurance, coding accuracy and education, and full clinical consulting with Forcura's document management and tracking solutions is the first of its kind. The synergy of the two creates a complete, end-to-end document solutions to home care, hospice, and managed care organizations across the country. - March 06, 2015 - Quality In Real Time (QIRT)
Pyramid Healthcare Solutions to Participate in a Speaking Engagement at Event Sponsored by Florida Sunshine Chapter of AAHAM
Pyramid Healthcare Solutions, an Avantha Group company, today announced that the company will participate in a speaking engagement at the Providers Behind the Numbers - Aligning Resources & Best Practices event sponsored by Florida Sunshine Chapter of AAHAM held March 11-13 in Cocoa Beach,... - March 06, 2015 - Pyramid Healthcare Solutions
HELP/PSI is Now Brightpoint Health - NYC Nonprofit Health Care Provider Changes Name and Brand to Better Represent Identity
HELP/PSI, a leading nonprofit provider of high-quality medical and mental health care as well as social support services to people, families and communities challenged by health disparities, has become Brightpoint Health. On February 20th, 2015, President and CEO Paul Vitale formally announced that... - March 06, 2015 - Brightpoint Health
ChartaCloud Announces 2015 Home Health Care Services and Technologies Symposium
Symposium for Certified and Non-Certified Home Health Care Entities to be Held in Portsmouth, New Hampshire - March 06, 2015 - ChartaCloud Technologies
Pyramid Healthcare Solutions to Attend HDMA 2015 Distribution Management Conference and Expo
Pyramid Healthcare Solutions, an Avantha Group company, will attend the HDMA 2015 Distribution Management Conference and Expo March 8-11 at the JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes in Orlando, FL. According to Brian Hudson, Pyramid’s Vice President of Sales & Marketing, "In addition to... - March 06, 2015 - Pyramid Healthcare Solutions