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Harbor Hospice Among the First to Deploy mumms Software's Hummingbird
mumms Software, an innovator in the Hospice & Palliative Care EMR industry, is pleased to announce that Harbor Hospice, part of Harbor Healthcare System headquartered in Beaumont, Texas, will be among the first hospices to deploy the newest mumms product, Hummingbird, throughout all of their... - September 25, 2014 - mumms Software
PrescribeWellness and American Pharmacies Announce Partnership: Bring Tools and Technology to Community Pharmacy to Address Star Ratings
American Pharmacies, a member-owned buying cooperative for independent pharmacies, announces today their partnership with PrescribeWellness, the SaaS Company with a cloud-based platform that delivers efficient patient communications and other related services to community pharmacists. The... - September 25, 2014 - PrescribeWellness
St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children Gains International Recognition for Life-Saving ECMO Treatment
St. Christopher’s recently received the “Excellence in Life Support Award” from the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO). St. Christopher’s received this award back in 2009. - September 25, 2014 - St. Christopher's Hospital for Children
Grandell Rehab and Nursing Center is Ready for the New School Year
Grandell Rehab and Nursing Center shares some back to school tips. - September 25, 2014 - Grandell Rehab and Nursing Center
Brooklyn Queens Nursing Home Participates in the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge
Brooklyn Queens Nursing Home is proud to promote ALS awareness. - September 25, 2014 - Brooklyn Queens Rehab
Transnetyx Appoints Regional Account Specialist in New York City
Transnetyx, a genetic diagnostics company, today announced the addition of Rupali Dixit as Regional Account Specialist (RAS) in New York City. Dixit is the company’s second dedicated RAS assigned to the area and will report to Transnetyx North American Sales Manager, Ryan Yanase and... - September 24, 2014 - Transnetyx
Health and Beauty eCommerce Specialists Neue Media Launches Iconic British Cosmetics Brand and Website
Best practice approach visually articulates the unique distinguishing features of a new icon in British beauty through desktop, mobile and tablet optimisation that engages, inspires and services the target audience. - September 24, 2014 - neue media
E-Prescribing Market Will Reach $887.8 Million, Globally in 2019 - Persistence Market Research
Persistence Market Research is Released New Report Title - “Global Market Study on E-Prescribing: North America to Witness Highest Growth by 2019.” - September 24, 2014 - Persistence Market Research
Career Step to Exhibit at AHIMA Convention September 27 Through October 1
Career Step will be attending and exhibiting in booth 711 at the 86th Annual Convention and Exhibit of the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) in San Diego, California. - September 24, 2014 - Career Step
PrescribeWellness and American Pharmacies Announce Partnership: Bring Tools and Technology to Community Pharmacy to Address Star Ratings
PrescribeWellness technology partners with American Pharmacies to bring improved Star Ratings and increased revenues to pharmacy members. - September 24, 2014 - PrescribeWellness
US Tele-Medicine Names Claudia Grandjean Chief Operating Officer
US Tele-Medicine, a world leader in Telemedicine and Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) solutions in the health care industry, announces Claudia Grandjean as Chief Operating Officer (COO), as part of its continued expansion and new product roll-out across the country. "Claudia brings over 25... - September 24, 2014 - US Telemedicine
Over 70% of Live Insurance News Readers Ask for Health Care Reform Repair
As we all know, new health care reform regulations mandated from the Affordable Care Act are almost one year old now. Results from a survey from LiveInsuranceNews.com has revealed over half their readership is showing signs of discontent with new healthcare reform. - September 23, 2014 - Live Insurance News
Upstate Orthopedics to Host a Series of Courtesy Care Clinics
Upstate Orthopedics is hosting a series of courtesy care clinics for uninsured individuals experiencing knee, hand, or wrist pain. Patients can make an appointment for a free orthopedic evaluation. - September 23, 2014 - Upstate Orthopedics
Predictive Analytics, Registries Helping to Reduce Avoidable Emergency Room Visits
A trio of tech tools is bolstering healthcare's efforts to foster more appropriate use of hospital ERs, according to a new 2014 HINtelligence report. - September 23, 2014 - Healthcare Intelligence Network
Mismanaged and Mistreated Seniors in Assisted Living Facility Enjoy Complete Turn-Around Under New Ownership and Management
Green Tree of Orlando Hosts an Open House and Facility Tour Showcasing All the Positive Changes in Place Since Inception of New Ownership and Management. - September 22, 2014 - Green Assisted Living Facilities of Florida
October 15 Webinar: Adventist Health-Blue Shield Specialists Telehealth Collaboration
Specifics of a multi-speciality telehealth network that improves access to specialist care for patients in remote areas will be shared during an October 15, 2014 webinar. - September 22, 2014 - Healthcare Intelligence Network
IQ4I Research & Consultancy Published a New Report on “Healthcare Analytics Global Market and Estimated to be Worth $20.8 Billion by 2020"
The global Healthcare Analytics market is expected to reach $20.8 billion by 2020 and is mainly driven by factors such as federal healthcare mandates, emergence of big data and advancements in analytical technologies, rising incidence of aging population. However, few factors such as lack of skilled labor with analytical skills, lack of patient data confidentiality, increase in governmental regulation, and reimbursement issues are hampering the market growth. - September 22, 2014 - IQ4I Research & Consultancy Pvt. Ltd.
The Cassata Family Foundation Donates $15,000 to Sunrise Day Camp
Rosario S. Cassata, Trustee and Nicole Cassata of "The Frank Cassata Family Foundation" donated $15,000 to Sunrise Day Camp of Wheatley Heights, NY. The Cassata Family Foundation hosted a charity Casino Night event at Westbury Manor. - September 21, 2014 - The Cassata Foundation
AST Enzymes is Introducing Their Highly Anticipated Fat Digestion Product: Lipase HP Plus
AST Enzymes is proud to announce the launch of Lipase HP Plus, a powerful digestive enzyme and antioxidant blend expertly designed for the digestion of fats. This powerful formula includes amylase, protease, amla, bovine (ox bile), and one of the highest lipase content on the market. AST... - September 20, 2014 - AST Enzymes
The American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M) Secures Keynote Speaker J. Craig Venter, PhD, for Largest Event in Las Vegas, December 11-13th
The A4M recently announced the program for the 22nd Annual World Congress on Anti-Aging Medicine, including dynamic featured presenters, a power-packed agenda, and the most cutting-edge information and case studies from around the healthcare industry. Among the keynote faculty is genome scientist... - September 20, 2014 - A4M
October 1 Webinar: Preparing for Value-Based Reimbursement Models
HIN examines the benefits of PHO development in healthcare's value-based payment models like ACOs, Bundled Payments and Direct Contracting during an October 1, 2014 webinar. - September 19, 2014 - Healthcare Intelligence Network
Niche Mail Order Company Offers OTC Services Through Medicare Advantage to Help Keep Aging Population Healthy
With Healthcare costs rising, and the population aging, small businesses are filling a niche to help provide preventative medical products. - September 19, 2014 - Fieldtex Products Inc.
Psychiatrist Richard P. Brown Teaches Trauma Relief Workshop to Disaster Survivors and Health Care Practitioners
Integrative psychiatrist known for his healing mental health work leads two days of classes on breath techniques and meditation to help stressed and traumatized people regain energy, good sleep, and peace of mind. The approach helps detoxify the body, and can bring harmony for daily living. - September 18, 2014 - Drs. Richard Brown and Patricia Gerbarg
Stratifying High-Risk, High-Cost Patients: Benchmarks, Predictive Algorithms and Data Analytics
A new report from the Healthcare Intelligence Network presents a range of risk stratification practices to to identify and manage super utilizers, improve health outcomes and reduce healthcare spend. - September 18, 2014 - Healthcare Intelligence Network
September 25 Webinar: Profiting from Embedded Case Management in Primary Care and Work Sites
A Caldwell Memorial Hospital case management initiative that has helped to halve 30-day Medicare readmissions is the focus of a September 25, 2014 webinar from the Healthcare Intelligence Network. - September 18, 2014 - Healthcare Intelligence Network
qliqSOFT is Named by BlogHIPAA.com as One of the “5 Key Tools to Help Achieve HIPAA Compliance”
HIPAA compliance is on the top of every healthcare administrators mind. These 5 tools will allow them to ensure HIPAA compliance across multiple areas of their organization. - September 18, 2014 - qliqSOFT
Champions of Vestibular Medicine Help Reduce Diagnosis Times for Patients with Inner Ear Balance Disorders
The Vestibular Disorders Association (VEDA) awards Champion of Vestibular Medicine distinction on three individuals who have contributed significantly to research and/or treatment of inner ear balance disorders. - September 18, 2014 - Vestibular Disorders Association
Chinese Ministry of Health Calls on Private Sector Partners at mHealth Conference of World Medical Tourism Congress
World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress, Sept. 20-24, 2014, in Washington, D.C. to showcase telemedicine technologies. - September 18, 2014 - Medical Tourism Association™
Panacea Healthcare Solutions to Resell Career Step’s ICD-10-CM and PCS Assessments and Case Studies
Career Step is pleased to announce that Panacea Healthcare Solutions will be reselling the company’s ICD-10-CM and PCS comprehensive skill assessments and the ICD-10-CM and PCS configured practice case studies through ICD University and Panacea’s consulting division. - September 17, 2014 - Career Step
To Reduce Medicare Readmissions, Healthcare Embraces Post-Acute Partnerships
More than half of healthcare companies surveyed partner with post-acute facilities as a strategy to curb 30-day rehospitalizations, according to the fourth annual HINtelligence report on reducing hospital readmissions. - September 17, 2014 - Healthcare Intelligence Network
The Cypress of Raleigh Earns National Recognition
US News & National Report gives The Cypress of Raleigh’s Rosewood Health Center the highest possible rating in North Carolina. It received five stars in each category considered by the magazine, including health inspections, nurse staffing and quality measures. - September 17, 2014 - The Cypress of Raleigh
Insomniacs Failing Drugs Suffer from Sleep Apnea
The Sleep and Human Health Institute conducted research identifying the cause of drug failure in chronic insomniacs and found overwhelming evidence indicating that most treatment-seeking insomnia patients suffer from unrecognized sleep apnea. - September 17, 2014 - Maimonides Sleep Arts and Sciences
Sign Up to SGS Webinars and Stay Informed
When developments in the medical devices industry require a more in-depth explanation – such as the changes that came into force in 2014 for auditing and technical file assessments in the EU – then sign up for SGS’ complimentary one-hour webinars and stay informed. The SGS webinar... - September 17, 2014 - SGS
Dr Frank Tomecek Receives Risk All Star Award
Emerge Diagnostics, is pleased to announce today that Frank Tomecek, MD, received the Risk All Star Award from Risk & Insurance for his groundbreaking work with Emerge Diagnostics. Risk All Stars stand out from their peers by overcoming challenges through creativity, passion, and perseverance. - September 15, 2014 - Emerge Diagnostics
Oxford Instruments Healthcare Receives Korean FDA Approval for Refurbished GE CT Equipment
Oxford Instruments Healthcare, a division of Oxford Instruments that specializes in providing after-market GE CT & MRI scanners, announces that it has recently received approval from the Korean Food and Drug Administration (KFDA) to import and market its refurbished GE CT equipment and parts to South Korea. - September 14, 2014 - Oxford Instruments Healthcare
Innovation Direct™ to Serve as Official Marketing Representative for Henderson Sanitary Pad Disposal Invention
An innovative new product designed to effectively address a common problem related to a widely used personal hygiene product, the Henderson Sanitary Pad Disposal, has been developed by Jamie A. Henderson of Paris, Illinois. The invention's unique design provides its users with a convenient and... - September 13, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
9 of the Top 10 Managed Care Organizations in the U.S. Have Contracted with the Post-Hospitalistic Company, General Medicine P.C.
General Medicine, a leading provider of post-hospitalist medical care services, has announced they are now contracted with 9 of the top 10 managed care companies in the U.S. - September 13, 2014 - General Medicine
HIN Healthcare Benchmarks Membership's Latest Data Dive Produces Population Health Management Metrics
HIN's Healthcare Benchmarks Membership continues to deliver a yearlong stream of actionable healthcare metrics on ACOs, medical home, telehealth, case management, reducing re-admissions and more. - September 13, 2014 - Healthcare Intelligence Network
Doctor Vista Extends Online Healthcare with the Launch of New Features
New features that is being launched with the publication platform include community articles, where people can share advice with one another for free. There will also be a community blog and community videos. Doctor Vista added these features to give people a chance to interact and share advice and tips that have proven helpful when treating different medical problems and symptoms. - September 12, 2014 - Doctor Vista (Team Medico Pvt. Ltd.)
Autism Aid Expanded to San Joaquin County Through Local Carlos Vieira Foundation Grant Program
Children with Autism receive educational and medical necessities as part of foundation grant in Central California. - September 12, 2014 - Carlos Vieira Foundation
American Venous Forum - 27th Annual Meeting Call for Abstracts Deadline Extended to September 12, 2014
The American Venous Forum (AVF) will hold its 27th Annual Meeting on February 25-27, 2015 in Palm Springs, CA. The AVF Annual Meeting offers high-quality scientific analysis to physicians interested in research, education and clinical investigation in the field of venous diseases. AVF encourages all of its colleagues to participate in the program by submission of a formal abstract. Submissions can be made by visiting www.veinforum.org. The deadline has been extended to September 12, 2014. - September 12, 2014 - American Venous Forum
Virginia Veterinary Medical Association Announces 2014 Rabies Awareness Week
Annual Partnership with VDH Sponsors Statewide Rabies Awareness Week Sept. 22 - 28 - September 12, 2014 - Virginia Veterinary Medical Association
FDA Approves PleximmuneTM for Personalized Prediction of Transplant Rejection in Children
Today the FDA announced approval of PleximmuneTM, a blood test from the Pittsburgh-based biotech company Plexision. This test predicts acute cellular rejection of transplanted livers and intestines in children. PleximmuneTM is a first-in-class test to determine a personalized rejection-risk index... - September 11, 2014 - Plexision
VIRUN® NutraBIOsciences™ Granted Patent 261124 in India, Redesigns Website, Omega-3 Summit at Supply Side West and CEO is Again Scheduled to Speak at Cal Poly Pomona
VIRUN has been granted patent number 261124 titled, Compositions Comprising a Mucoadhesive Protein and an Active Principle for Mucosal Delivery of Said Agents. Also, VIRUN has re-designed their website to include brands, a product description page, video as well as a news and PR page. Included in the newly renovated website is an events page; with the growing interest in VIRUN, such as scheduled forums, lectures, expos and webinars, it was imperative this new website share these experiences. - September 11, 2014 - VIRUN
Elizabeth Lake Urgent Care's Grand Opening
Remember that Ponderosa that used to exist years ago right by Summit Mall, which also used to exist? That building has completely transformed, inside and out, and is now the home of Elizabeth Lake Urgent Care. One can stand on Elizabeth Lake Road and look to their left and right, thinking of the... - September 11, 2014 - Elizabeth Lake Urgent Care
Informa Life Sciences Exhibitions Expands Its Arab Health Brand Portfolio Into Emerging Market Territories
Arab Health Exhibition & Congress, organised by Informa Life Sciences Exhibitions, began 40 years ago as a small trade show under canvas on a patch of land in Dubai, UAE. Since then, the event has evolved into one of the world’s largest and most successful medical events reflecting the... - September 11, 2014 - Informa Life Sciences Exhibitions
Wakeup Calls: mHealth Bridging Cross-Border Divides at World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress
Billion-dollar technology industry showcased at "Medical Silk Road" mobile health conference, Sept. 20-24, 2014, in Washington, D.C. - September 11, 2014 - Medical Tourism Association™
Korean Wave Crests: Medical Korea Sponsoring World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress
Government-launched initiative to showcase revamped medical infrastructure at health travel conference, Sept. 20-24, 2014, in Washington, D.C. - September 11, 2014 - Medical Tourism Association™
Dr. Richard Buch Performs 1st Surgery in U.S. to Save a Patient's Severely Infected Limb
Dr. Richard Buch orthopedic surgeon at The Dallas Limb Restoration Center performed the 1st total humerus replacement in the United States using Implantcast's MUTARS. Dr. Buch is the first and only surgeon who has received FDA approval to use MUTARS in the United States. - September 10, 2014 - The Dallas Limb Restoration Center
VersaSuite Exhibits at the Nebraska Rural Health Association 2014 Annual Conference & RHC Clinic Conference
Who: VersaSuite, a leading EHR/HIS solution provider, today announced it will be exhibiting at the NeRHA 2014 Annual Conference & RHC Clinic Conference What: NeRHA 2014 Annual Conference & RHC Clinic Conference. To make an appointment with VersaSuite, send a request to sales@versasuite.com... - September 10, 2014 - VersaSuite