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Healthsource of Naples to Hold Donation Drive for the Relay for Life of Naples
HealthSource Chiropractic Progressive Rehab and Wellness® is stepping it up for the Relay for Life by providing a Free Community Health Screening in exchange for a $10 donation to the not-for-profit organization. The 19-point health screenings (a $189 value) will help track down even the... - March 07, 2014 - HealthSource of Olde Naples
Fertility Preservation Options for Cancer Patients Discussed at Gilda’s Club, Kansas City
Gilda’s Club Kansas City, MO was the setting for a presentation entitled Fertility Preservation and Cancer recently. This program strives to educate men and women about how cancer treatment may affect fertility and the options available. - March 07, 2014 - ReproTech, LLC
Success in Medical Tourism Recognised by IMTJ Awards
Winners announced at the inaugural IMTJ Medical Travel Awards 2014, during the International Medical Travel Exhibition and Conference (IMTEC) in Dubai. - March 07, 2014 - Intuition Communication
Global In-Vitro Diagnostics (IVD) Market to Reach USD 74.32 Billion by 2020 Grand View Research Latest Report Says
IVD Market Size - $51.6 bn in 2013, Market Growth - CAGR of 5.4%, Market Trends - Growing tissue & molecular diagnostic applications. - March 07, 2014 - Grand View Research
A Best-Evidence Approach to Stereotactic Radiosurgery
Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) is a non-surgical procedure used by neurosurgeons and radiation oncologists that delivers precisely targeted radiation at much higher doses than traditional radiation therapy while sparing healthy surrounding tissue. It is an important alternative to invasive... - March 07, 2014 - Thieme Publishers
Easily Facilitate Course Discussions with Percolate LMS
Michaels & Associates announced news of the latest Percolate LMS™, now offering a Discussions feature that allows learners to communicate on any course or individual content material within a course. The expansion to include a more social learning experience allows course facilitators to provide greater learning opportunities and foster a stronger sense of community among learners during the training. Visit www.percolatelms.com for more. - March 06, 2014 - Michaels & Associates
Innovation Direct™ Tabbed as Official Marketing Representative for Dowling Back Pain Relief Accessory
An innovative new product designed to effectively address a common and debilitating physical problem, the Dowling Back Pain Relief Accessory, has been developed by James Dowling of North Lauderdale, Florida. The invention’s unique design provides its users with considerable alleviation from... - March 06, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Lucideon Launches Complete Tribology Service
Lucideon, the international provider of materials development, testing and assurance, and formerly known as Ceram and M+P Labs, has added wear testing and debris analysis to its services for orthopaedic implant manufacturers across Europe and the US. With the latest, gold standard AMTI and ProSim... - March 06, 2014 - Lucideon
The Birth Coach Method is a Paradigm Shift in the Field of Birth Support, and Can Lead to Increase in Natural Birth Rates
Coaching is a young profession in comparison to the doula practice, which has its origins in ancient days. Coaching originated in sports, and has gained popularity and recognition in many subdivisions such as Career Coaching, Relationship Coaching, or ADHD Coaching. At the same time, much fewer know what is a doula, and many others doubt doulas’ contribution to healthy births. If doulas were to practice as Birth Coaches with coaching tools and leadership skills, it would leverage their practice. - March 05, 2014 - Birth Coach Method
VersaSuite Exhibits at 2014 NACHC/Policy and Issues EXPO
VersaSuite, a leading EHR/HIS solution provider, today announced it will be exhibiting at the 2014 National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) Policy and Issues EXPO. - March 05, 2014 - VersaSuite
A Comprehensive Guide to Treating Facial Nerve Diseases
"The Facial Nerve," by William H. Slattery III, MD and Babak Azizzadeh, MD, recently published by Thieme, is a concise yet comprehensive guide to the pathology, diagnosis, and treatment of facial nerve disorders. Addressing important facial nerve problems such as congenital disorders and... - March 05, 2014 - Thieme Publishers
Capita Announce Details of Their Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers, Delivering the Cavendish Review Conference
This unique conference on the Cavendish Review lets you take away transferrable learning on developing a system that is workable in hospital settings, as well as a roadmap to the delivery of Cavendish’s recommendations in primary, community and social care settings. - March 05, 2014 - Capita Conferences
8th Annual Postdoc Conference and Career Fair Connects Nation's Brightest STEM Talent with Local Companies
The annually held Postdoc Conference and Career Fair will be held on April 24, 2014, at the Bethesda North Marriott Conference Center in Rockville, Maryland. The Postdoc Conference and Career Fair will offer upwards of 500 postdoctoral fellows in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields the opportunity to meet with STEM talent-seeking companies in the Greater D.C. Metro area. - March 04, 2014 - Universal Technical Resource Services, Inc.
NewProductHelp.com Leads Marketing Campaign for Protect Me Invention
Pamela J., New Jersey-based inventor, recently contracted invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent her Protect Me concept to potential licensees over the next 2 years. An innovative and highly essential new product targeted at those with family members that suffer from certain... - March 04, 2014 - New Product Help, Inc.
The Neurometabolic Center of Chicago is Offering Complimentary Care for New Sweepstakes Winner
Chicago’s leading center for Chiropractic Neurology and Functional Medicine. Located in the heart of Chicago’s premiere River North Community and led by Dr. David St Jean, this integrative clinic specializes in the treatment of chronic degenerative conditions such as: · Thyroid... - March 03, 2014 - Neurometabolic Center of Chicago
3D Printed Heart Model Helps Surgeons Save Baby’s Life
Materialise, a world leader in software for segmenting medical image data and 3D Printing, played a pivotal role in helping surgeons save a baby boy’s life through the use of a 3D printed heart model. - March 03, 2014 - Materialise
Voice Spa Reveals the Secrets of Persuasive Speech
Ita Olsen announced today the relaunch of the Voice Spa course by her company, OlsenSpeech. One of the world’s leading authorities on speech, vocal quality, accent modification, and effective communication, Ita created the Voice Spa course to teach clients anywhere via webcam how to make important changes to the way they speak to improve the way they are perceived and achieve greater success. - March 03, 2014 - OlsenSpeech, Inc.
NewProductHelp.com Set to Represent EZLegLifter Invention to Industry
Mario M., Texas resident and inventor, recently contracted invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to serve as a licensing representative for his EZleglifter invention over the next 2 years. An innovative and highly functional new product designed to help those with physical limitations, the... - March 03, 2014 - New Product Help, Inc.
Organ Donation and Transplantation Controversies to be Discussed by Ethics Researcher
What are ethics and how do they affect organ donation and transplantation? Should Ontario adopt an opt-out model of consent for organ donation? How young is too young to be a living donor? What's wrong with "transplant tourism?" Michael Campbell will address these questions and more. - March 03, 2014 - Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada
Announcing Idox's Attendance at the Health and Care Innovation Expo 2014
Idox is pleased to announce that it will be exhibiting at " the most important health and care event of the year." - March 02, 2014 - IDOX
New White Paper Evaluates Novel Silicone Wound Dressing's Lab Performance
Validates New MediPlus(tm) Silicone Comfort Foam Dressing's Adhesion Properties, Ability to Manage Wound Exudates. - March 01, 2014 - MediPurpose
Disruptive Innovation in Clinical Trials
Dataline Software is delighted to announce its attendance at the inaugural "Disruptive Innovation in Clinical Trials" conference in London on 4th & 5th March 2014, where it will be showcasing its latest eClinical solutions. Introducing TrialViz; Trial feasibility and recruitment. At... - March 01, 2014 - Dataline Software
Vascular Testing Accreditation Awarded to South Nassau Communities Hospital
The accreditation is for the areas of peripheral arterial testing, peripheral venous testing, and extracranial cerebrovascular testing. - March 01, 2014 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Androklis Polymenis Donates 1 Million NXT Coins to Brain Preservation Foundation
The Brain Preservation Foundation (BPF) has received a one million NXT coin ($43,000) donation from the digital currency entrepreneur Androklis Polymenis. The donation goes toward supporting its research into the development of a scientifically-proven medical procedure capable of preserving a... - February 28, 2014 - Brain Preservation Foundation
Dr. Marc L. Epstein, Aesthetic MD, Introduces Sculptherapy: a Revolutionary, Non-Surgical Facelift Alternative
Aesthetic Medicine specialist, Dr. Marc L. Epstein, of Harrison, NY introduces Sculptherapy, a revolutionary, anti-aging combination therapy that utilizes Scultpra® Aesthetic cosmetic injections and Ultherapy® ultrasound to provide patients with a non-surgical alternative to facelift surgery. Both Sculptra® & Ultherapy® offer exceptional levels of patient satisfaction and both are approved by the FDA. - February 28, 2014 - Dr. Marc L. Epstein
Voicebrook to Exhibit at 2014 Annual USCAP Meeting
Voicebrook to demonstrate new product features and advanced reporting workflows. - February 28, 2014 - Voicebrook, Inc.
Irene Richardson Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Irene Richardson of Green River, Wyoming has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Irene Richardson Ms. Richardson has almost 30 years experience in the healthcare field. She is... - February 28, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
New Drug Safety/Pharmacovigilance Report Training by Well-Known Safety Expert
Drug Safety Navigator, LLC will proudly host an interactive drug safety webinar with Dr. Barton Cobert, global pharmacovigilance expert and published author, on the challenges of the new Periodic Benefit-Risk Evaluation Reports (PBRERs) on March 26 at 11:00 AM EST (USA). - February 28, 2014 - Drug Safety Navigator, LLC
Leading Population Health Solutions Provider Helps CA Community Health Center Reduce Emergency Department Visits by 12 Percent
After implementing i2iTracks, i2i Systems' leading population health management solution, Livingston Medical Group successfully reduces their Emergency Department visits and improves their quality of care. - February 28, 2014 - i2i Systems
InterDyn-Remington Consulting Joins InterDyn BMI
InterDyn BMI (Business Microvar, Inc.) and InterDyn-Remington Consulting, two leading providers of Microsoft Business Solutions are pleased to announce they are joining forces effective immediately. The combined organization will be known as InterDyn BMI. The merger provides new geographic... - February 27, 2014 - InterDyn BMI, A Columbus Company
Professional Plastics Signs Master Distributor Agreement with Corning Macor®
Professional Plastics, Inc. has recently signed a Master Distribution Agreement with Corning, Inc. for the distribution and fabrication of Macor® Machinable Glass Ceramic parts and shapes. As a leading supplier of engineering plastics and ceramics with 18 locations in the USA, Singapore and... - February 27, 2014 - Professional Plastics, Inc.
The American Hospital Association Endorses Avatar Solutions’ Suite of Health Care Survey Tools
The American Hospital Association has endorsed Avatar Solutions' full suite of Health Care Survey Tools: Employee Engagement, Exit, New Hire, Physician, Patient Experience/Satisfaction, and Culture of Safety. - February 27, 2014 - Avatar Solutions
Immune Cell Harvesting and Storage Technology to be Introduced to the Middle East
Ground breaking lymphocyte cryoconservation technology revealed at IMTEC 2014. - February 27, 2014 - Informa Life Sciences Exhibitions
Luna Family Hearing Now Offering “Made for iPhone” Hearing Aid in Washington and Oregon
Experience ReSound LiNX™, the revolutionary hearing aid from ReSound - February 26, 2014 - Luna Family Hearing
The Little Clinic Chooses VisualDx to Improve Patient Care
Mobile App will provide Quick and Accurate Diagnoses at 114 Health Care Facilities. - February 26, 2014 - Logical Images Inc
Estes Audiology - HAAM Hearing Healthcare Supporter and Leading Central Texas Hearing Healthcare Provider – Set for Grand Opening in Austin in April, 2014
Estes Audiology, a leading provider of hearing healthcare with locations in both New Braunfels and Boerne, announces the grand opening of its Austin location this coming April, 2014. Founded and owned by Soriya Estes, Au.D., an Advisory Council Member and Guest Lecturer within the Moody College of... - February 24, 2014 - Estes Audiology
Computime Announces the Next Generation of eSignature Experience at HIMSS 2014
Computime continues to expand its product offering to healthcare organizations. - February 23, 2014 - Computime
Capita Announce Details of Their Patient Complaints Conference
Capita's national Patient Complaints Conference is perfectly timed to drive forward progress made in implementing the recommendations from the National Review into Complaints Handling in the NHS, Putting Patients Back in the Picture, published in October 2013. Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your approach to complaints handling and deliver a culture of continuous learning and improvement focused on patient satisfaction. - February 23, 2014 - Capita Conferences
First-Ever Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Legal and Compliance Forum to be Held in Alexandria
Two-Day Event to Include Sessions Covering Litigation Trends, FCPA and Anti-Corruption Infringements, and Avoiding Anti-Trust Scrutiny. - February 22, 2014 - Q1 Productions
Healing Waters Spa & Cosmetic Clinic Announces New Optimal Living™ Program
Local Spa and Cosmetic Clinic Offers Comprehensive, Medical Approach to the Aging Process with Three Program Options. - February 22, 2014 - Healing Waters
What is "The Future of Harley Street"?
Panel of experts to review and discuss the future of this international centre of medical excellence at exclusive event The Future of Harley Street organised by Intuition Communication Ltd. - February 22, 2014 - Intuition Communication
SynaptiCore to Offer a Wide Range of Healthcare Analytics and Business Intelligence Services Along with Their Core Consulting Services
SynaptiCore, LLC today announced management and organizational changes related to the Company with a purpose to realign its services towards future Healthcare Analytics and Clinical Intelligence Consulting services growth. Following the successful reorganization of the Company’s operating... - February 21, 2014 - SynaptiCore, LLC
Health Briefs TV Offers Solutions to Healthcare Staffing Challenges Series
The informative program presents a series on solutions in healthcare staffing. - February 21, 2014 - Health Briefs TV
Leading Population Health Solutions Provider Releases White Paper on Ways to Maximize P4P Opportunities
i2i Systems Offers Actionable Steps for Making Pay-for-Performance a Successful Part of a Healthcare Practice. - February 21, 2014 - i2i Systems
Frontera Strengthening Leaders' Skills with Leadership Development System from Rise Performance Group
Frontera Strategies, provider of medical testing services, is embracing a Rise Performance Group leadership training program designed to strengthen the company and power it to a doubling of revenues. - February 21, 2014 - Rise Performance Group
Shelley L. Johnson Named to the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Round Table
Shelley L. Johnson, of Lacey, Washington, has recently been recognized as a member of the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Round Table for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Healthcare Business Solutions. - February 20, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Donna Stelly Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Donna Stelly of Arnaudville, Louisiana has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Donna Stelly Ms. Stelly has over 15 years experience in the healthcare field. She is the HR... - February 20, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
Astute Networks to Showcase ViSX Healthcare IT Solution at HIMSS14
All-Flash ViSX Resolves Critical I/O Bottlenecks and Increases Application Performance to Improve Healthcare Practitioner and Administrator Productivity, as well as Increase Patient Satisfaction - February 20, 2014 - Astute Networks
Healthy Lifestyles LLC Announces Prostatection™ All-Natural Prostate Health Supplement That Helps Support Prostate Health
A team of physicians consisting of two board certified urologists, one of which trained in Oncology at Sloan Kettering-Cancer Center, and an Emergency Medicine physician with a background in Bio-Chemistry have developed a groundbreaking all-natural organic supplement designed to support and maintain healthy prostates in men. - February 19, 2014 - Healthy Lifestyles LLC
W.J. Mangold Memorial Hospital Selects VersaSuite as Its Electronic Health Records and HIS Software
VersaSuite today announced that Texas-based W.J. Mangold Memorial Hospital, a Critical Access Hospital (CAH), has selected its adaptive electronic health records and hospital information system software. W.J. Mangold is a progressive 25-bed CAH, which provides medical services to the community of... - February 19, 2014 - VersaSuite