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Novus Origo Awarded 5 Year Training Contract with the Department of Veterans Affairs
Novus Origo LLC, a San Diego based Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) specializing in Management Consulting and Training Solutions Services, announces the award of a five (5) year contract by the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide Web Based Training for Women Veterans... - July 02, 2014 - Novus Origo, LLC
Tessanne Chin Day for Thursday, July 3, 2014
Dr. Daniel Margolin of New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center alongside with his wife, mega Tessanne Chin fan, declare Tessanne Chin day. - July 02, 2014 - NJ Foot and Ankle Center
VeoMed to Offer First-Ever Live Broadcast of Harvard Medical School’s Intensive Review of Internal Medicine Course for CME Credit (July 13th- July 20th, 2014)
VeoMed and Brigham and Women’s Hospital, an affiliate of Harvard Medical School, are proud to offer the inaugural live broadcast of Harvard Medical School’s Intensive Review of Internal Medicine (IRIM) course (July 13th- July 20th) for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit. For the first time... - July 02, 2014 - VeoMed LLC
PerformanceScrubs.com Announces Partnership with the University of North Alabama College of Nursing
PerformanceScrubs.com, a Performance HealthCare Products company, today announced a partnership with the University of North Alabama (UNA) College of Nursing to provide them with another option for nursing apparel for their students. Through this cooperative effort, the University of North... - July 01, 2014 - Performance Healthcare Products
An Essential Guide to the Management of Spinal Disorders
MRI is the imaging modality of choice for spine surgeons, and a majority of them prefer to review images on their own in addition to a radiologist’s report. However, few spine surgeons receive formal training on how to evaluate MRIs. Designed specifically for spine surgeons and specialists,... - July 01, 2014 - Thieme Publishers
JIS Group Commences Admission Enquiries for Healthcare Courses
JIS Group has started admission enquiries for its healthcare courses. Students need to visit the official portal of JIS Group and fill up the enquiry form. - June 29, 2014 - JIS Group
ReproTech Advocates Fertility Preservation at Oncology Conferences
ReproTech, Ltd., a cryobank specializing in long-term storage of human reproductive tissue (sperm, eggs, embryos and ovarian and testicular tissue), exhibited at the Association of Oncology Social Work (AOSW) annual conference and the National Coalition of Oncology Nurse Navigators (NCONN) annual... - June 28, 2014 - ReproTech, LLC
New Research Shows Magnesium Supplements Promotes Bone Health
New studies bring to light the importance of magnesium supplements in significantly improving bone health. - June 28, 2014 - Vitamin Planet - Planet Global Ltd
Jeffrey Orlowski of Oklahoma Receives Award from Association of Organ Procurement Organizations
On Thursday June 19th, 2014, the Association of Organ Procurement Organizations (AOPO) recognized Jeffrey Orlowski by presenting him with the Association’s 2014 Excellence in Leadership Award. This award is generously sponsored by the Nathan Sallop Insurance Agency. This national award is... - June 28, 2014 - Association of Organ Procurement Organizations (AOPO)
Triplett Records: A Star in a Polarizing Musical World
Triplett Records is branching out from rather humble means but they consistently release new music with new ideas. The company's CEO and leading artist, Leon Triplett, has been making music ever since his days fighting in Vietnam. Another one of their distinctive artists, rapper K.O.K, is a fluent storyteller of many subjects and themes. He, also, has a remarkable life story. - June 27, 2014 - Triplett Records
The Society of Healing Arts Institute (SOHAI) Opens in Eastown
Grand Rapids' only Holistic Medical Cannabis and Acupuncture opens in Eastown. - June 27, 2014 - The Society of Healing Arts Institute
Organ Donation Association Elects New Leadership
The Association of Organ Procurement Organizations (AOPO) recently announced its incoming leadership for 2014-2015. Jay Campbell will serve on the AOPO Executive Committee as President-Elect, Peter Farstad will serve as Secretary/Treasurer, and Nikole Neidlinger, MD will serve as Medical... - June 27, 2014 - Association of Organ Procurement Organizations (AOPO)
Volume Enhancement Procedures for All Areas of the Body
Covering popular body rejuvenating techniques in plastic surgery, including injectables, implants, fat grafts, and flaps, "Encyclopedia of Aesthetic Rejuvenation Through Volume Enhancement," recently published by Thieme, is a comprehensive reference that features procedures for all areas... - June 27, 2014 - Thieme Publishers
Xytex Heads Overseas to Attend the ESHRE Annual Meeting in Germany
Xytex Heads Overseas to Attend the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology Annual Meeting in Germany Xytex Cryo International (Xytex), one of the nation’s largest sperm banks, will be exhibiting (booth E16) at the 2014 European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology... - June 27, 2014 - Xytex Cryo International
Voicebrook to Exhibit at the Association of Pathology Chairs 2014 Annual Meeting
Voicebrook to demonstrate advanced reporting workflows and new product features. - June 26, 2014 - Voicebrook, Inc.
Thieme is Taking Over the Publication of the Open Access Journal JBPPNI
As of June 2014, Thieme Medical Publishers will become the publisher of the Journal of Brachial Plexus and Peripheral Nerve Injury (JBPPNI). Previously published by the open access publisher BioMed Central and now in its ninth volume, the journal is an online only, open access journal publishing... - June 26, 2014 - Thieme Publishers
Russia Peripheral Vascular Devices Market Outlook to 2020
Marketreportsonrussia.com presents a report on “Russia Peripheral Vascular Devices Market Outlook to 2020.” The objective is to provide information that represents the most up-to-date data of the industry possible. - June 26, 2014 - Market Reports on Russia
N-Style ID Announces New Medical Bangle Charm Bracelet
N-Style ID recently announced the addition of a new medical bangle charm bracelet to their growing line of jewelry for medical patients. - June 25, 2014 - N-Style ID
Shelley L. Johnson Gains Early Admission to Strathmore’s Who’s Who 2015 Round Table
Shelley L. Johnson, of Lacey, Washington, has been selected by Strathmore’s Who’s Who as an early admission to the 2015 Round Table. This distinction has been bestowed in honor of her exceptional and impressive contributions to the fields of Healthcare and I.T. Solutions. - June 25, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Darko Sulava as Professional of the Year
Darko Sulava, of St. Albans, Victoria, Australia, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Healthcare-Skin Cancer and Surgery. - June 25, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Phoenix Home Care, Inc. Announces a New Location in Joplin, Missouri
Phoenix Home Care, Inc., announces a new location will open in the Joplin community on July 1st. The new office, located at 1027 S. Main St., Suite 308, will be the tenth office in Missouri for the Springfield-based company who recently celebrated their third year. The Joplin office will initially... - June 25, 2014 - Phoenix Home Care
The Core Procedures Every Spine Surgeon Must Master
Like many medical specialties, spine surgery is constantly evolving -- advances are made every 5 years and the field changes significantly every 10 years. Significant investments in research and development for spine surgery have resulted in new surgical techniques supported by new technologies and... - June 25, 2014 - Thieme Publishers
A2iA to Showcase Software Proven to Turn Clinical Documentation Into Searchable, Electronic Data, at HFMA’s 2014 National Institute
A2iA delivers the ability to make sense of cursive handwriting found on complex documents like providers' notes, lab requisitions, clinical documentation, payments and administrative forms. - June 25, 2014 - A2iA
Dr. William D. Bowers Awarded Certification by ABVLM
Dr. William D. Bowers is awarded an exclusive, ten-year certification to elite medical practitioners from the American Board of Venous & Lymphatic Medicine (ABVLM) in the field of Venous & Lymphatic Medicine. - June 24, 2014 - Bowers Vein Institute
Summer Novel Soars; "It Burns a Lovely Light" by Penny McCann Pennington Earns Multiple Awards
In the past six months, Penny McCann Pennington's breakout novel, "It Burns a Lovely Light," has received awards from The New England Book Festival, The Southwest Book Festival, The Great Southeast Book Festival, The Tucson Book Festival, and the Beach Book Festival. Now she can add The... - June 24, 2014 - Penny McCann Pennington
VersaSuite Exhibits at the 2014 Texas Organization of Rural & Community Hospitals Critical Access Conference
Who: VersaSuite, a leading EHR/HIS solution provider, today announced it will be exhibiting at the 2014 TORCH Critical Access Conference What: 2014 Critical Access Conference. To make an appointment with VersaSuite, send a request to sales@versasuite.com or call 512-250-8774 When: June 24th and... - June 24, 2014 - VersaSuite
Effortlessly Send HIS Data to CMS with mumms® Software
With mumms® Software, hospices can effortlessly submit their HIS Data to comply with the new Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) regulation. mumms® Software will allow hospices to pull an HIS report from the software and upload it directly to CMS. It's that easy. - June 24, 2014 - mumms Software
Within3 Partners with Ashfield Healthcare Communications
Within3 has announced a partnership with Ashfield Healthcare Communications to provide an enhanced suite of services for both organizations. - June 22, 2014 - Within3
CareClix Online Exam Suite-A Complete Telemedicine Software as a Service for Healthcare Providers to Conduct Telemedicine Visits
CareClix, a Washington, DC-based leading global provider of telemedicine solutions, has recently announced the availability of the CareClix Online Exam Suite. - June 22, 2014 - CareClix
Office of Emergency Preparedness Mandates Use of the At Risk Registry (Developed by mumms® Software) in Hospice and Home Health Agencies
The Office of Emergency Preparedness has mandated the use of the At Risk Registry (developed by mumms® Software) for home health and hospice agencies helping save lives if a disaster should occur. Announced May 28, 2014, Hospice and Home Health Agencies are now required to enroll with the At Risk Registry at no charge and submit patient information to the system if the patient will require community assistance in the event of a disaster. - June 20, 2014 - mumms Software
International Advanced Healing Group to Seek Alternative Expansion Funding
International Advanced Healing Group has confirmed it is looking to secure alternative financing to support a concerted expansion in the Asia-Pacific region. - June 20, 2014 - International Advanced Healing Group, Ltd.
St. Louis, Missouri June Air Dates Released for Health Briefs
St. Louis is a center of biotechnology and medicine. - June 20, 2014 - Health Briefs TV
Road to China: Sponsorship Consolidates Prosperity with Peace at World Medical Tourism Congress – Taiwan
Medical Tourism Association®, Global Benefits Association and Taiwan External Trade Development Council host international industry event, June 26-27, 2014, at Taipei International Convention Center. - June 19, 2014 - Medical Tourism Association™
Psyched in San Francisco Recruits Nine New Writers for Its Psyched Magazine Psychotherapy Advocacy Project
Psyched Magazine features over 40 Bay Area therapists writing together with the mission of influencing the public perception of psychotherapy so that it is seen as an ordinary and ongoing part of personal wellness. - June 18, 2014 - Sidewalk Talk
Dr. Dental Sponsors the "Hole in the Wall Gang Camp" Run
New England dental group, Dr. Dental, sponsors a non-profit event for the "Hole in the Wall Gang Camp" - a camp for sick children, started by Paul Newman. - June 18, 2014 - Dr. Dental
VIRUN® & Pacific Deep Ocean Biotech Combine Natural Mineral Complexes with OmegaH2O® EPA and DHA for Foods, Beverages & Supplements
Virun, and Pacific Deep Ocean Biotech (PDOB), work together to provide mineral complexes that are derived from the ocean with Omega-3 EPA and DHA that deliver clean label claim and eco-friendly sustainable solutions. The combination allows a source for mineral complexes in VIRUN’s patent and patents-pending technologies that naturally yield low metal content to avoid reactivity with omega-3 EPA and DHA, all-the-while delivering a consistent level of Calcium, Sodium, Potassium and Magnesium. - June 18, 2014 - VIRUN
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Denise Campbell as Professional of the Year
Denise Campbell, of Las Cruces, New Mexico, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Physical Therapy. - June 18, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Thieme’s Classic General Anatomy Atlas Now in a Second Edition
Thieme is pleased to announce the publication of a second edition of the award-winning "THIEME Atlas of Anatomy: General Anatomy and Musculoskeletal System," by Schuenke, et al. This updated English language edition is an essential educational tool for anyone studying anatomy with a focus... - June 18, 2014 - Thieme Publishers
DoctorsInternet.com Rebrands, Launches New Website, Logo and Additional Services
The Doctors Internet LLC announced today that the company will be launching their redesigned website at doctorsinternet.com, changing their logo and adding new services for current and future clients. Users will be able to navigate more easily throughout DoctorsInternet.com and will find specific... - June 18, 2014 - Doctors Internet
Health & Comfort Home Care Agency Acquired by C & M Health Services, LLC
Health & Comfort Home Care Agency, a New Jersey home care services company, was recently acquired by C & M Health Services, LLC, a company with extensive experience in home care and aging-in-place solutions. The company will continue to operate under the Health & Comfort Home Care Agency name. - June 17, 2014 - Health & Comfort Home Care
Remind Technologies Medication Adherence Platform Beta Launch Software
Houston, TX-based tech startup announces the opening of the registration for the Beta Launch of its new Intelligent web-based Care Management Platform software designed to promote Medication Adherence through its MindRx Platform. With Remind Technologies MindRx Platform, health care providers can... - June 17, 2014 - Remind Technologies Inc
Village Podiatry Centers Continues to Make Its Footprint in Healthcare
Village Podiatry Centers, a division of Extremity Healthcare Incorporated (EHI) was recognized by the Atlanta Business Chronicle as one of the Top 25 Physician Group Practices in the state. The company serves across 32 offices and completed approximately 150,000 visits last year. Dr. David... - June 17, 2014 - Village Podiatry Centers
Color Atlas of Cerebral Revascularization a Gold Winner at IBPA’s Ben Franklin Awards
Thieme is proud to announce that "Color Atlas of Cerebral Revascularization," by Robert Spetzler, Albert Rhoton, Peter Nakaji, and Masatou Kawashima, published in 2013, was selected as a Gold winner in the Professional/Technical category at the 2014 Benjamin Franklin Awards. This book... - June 17, 2014 - Thieme Publishers
The Sickle Cell Disease Association of America Joins the Santonio Holmes III and Long Foundation to Launch the “Greater Than Sickle Cell” Campaign
The Sickle Cell Disease Association of America is kicking off a new campaign to build participation in World Sickle Cell Awareness Day which takes place on June 19, 2014. Created by the United Nations in 2006 to raise global awareness for sickle cell disease as a public health problem, this day is... - June 15, 2014 - Greater Than Sickle Cell Campaign
Membrane Separation Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2013 - 2019
Transparency Market Research includes new market research report “Membrane Separation Market" to its huge collection of research reports. - June 15, 2014 - Transparency Market Research
American Venous Forum Hosts the 4th Annual Vein Forum Course: Comprehensive Venous Management for the Practicing Clinician
The American Venous Forum is hosting the 4th annual Vein Forum Course: Comprehensive Venous Management for the Practicing Clinician on September 5-6, 2014 at the Hyatt Boston Harbor in Boston, MA. The meeting is structured for the practicing venous specialist. CME credits will be provided for this... - June 13, 2014 - American Venous Forum
American Venous Forum - Fellows Course in Venous Disease Registration Open
The American Venous Forum will host the Fall Fellows Course in Venous Disease on December 5-7, 2014 at University of Texas Medical School at Houston in Houston, TX. Please visit www.veinforum.org for more information and to register. Travel reimbursement is available for Fellows through an educational grant provided by the American Venous Forum Foundation. - June 13, 2014 - American Venous Forum
Accretive Health Executive to Co-Chair ACO Financial Summit
Those interested in learning more about how to succeed with ACOs are scheduled to gather at an ACO Financial Summit in Las Vegas, Nev., June 23-24, 2014. Hosted by Healthcare Education Associates and RISE (Resource Initiative and Society for Education), the event is co-chaired by Ken Jennings, PhD, head of Population Health Solutions at Accretive Health, and John Woods, vice president of TP-ACO, and president of Alliance Healthcare Corporation. - June 13, 2014 - Accretive Health
East Meets West: World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress Features International Voices
Top Asian Healthcare Executive, U.S. Physician Group Leader among Speakers, Sept. 20-24, 2014, in Washington, D.C. - June 13, 2014 - Medical Tourism Association™
Photetica® Will do to the Medical Industry What Elon Musk and Tesla (TSLA) Did to the Automotive Industry
Photetica is now in the clinical trial phase with its game changing medical technology designed to prevent and reverse chemotherapy side effects during chemotherapy treatment at a Rochester, Minnesota based Oncology research and treatment center. - June 12, 2014 - Photetica