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CompuRx Infotech Unveils Version 3 of Prescription Writing Software “Prescription Pad”
CompuRx Infotech Pvt . Ltd®, a leading Health Care solutions provider company has launched the 3rd version of its flagship product “Prescription Pad.” - April 06, 2014 - CompuRx Infotech Pvt. Ltd.
America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals Recognizes Sandra Lynn Mallo Adcock
Sandra Lynn Mallo Adcock of Yukon, Oklahoma has recently been recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as Professional of the Year 2013 for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Healthcare Advocacy. - April 05, 2014 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
SUPERVALU Now Home to Stayhealthy’s HealthCENTER
In an exclusive agreement, Stayhealthy, Inc., installs HealthCENTERs in SUPERVALU chain, providing customers convenient access to clinical-grade health screenings and data services. - April 05, 2014 - Stayhealthy, Inc.
April is National Limb Loss Awareness Month
Limb loss affects every generation, race and all socioeconomic backgrounds. The Amputee Coalition is on a mission to increase awareness about those living with limb loss and limb loss prevention all year long, but especially during the month of April, which is limb loss awareness month. - April 05, 2014 - Amputee Coalition
Global Market for Anti-Aging to be Worth USD 191.7 Billion by 2019: Transparency Market Research
A new market research report published by the U.S.-based market research firm states that the global anti-aging market is projected to grow at 7.8% between 2013 and 2019. - April 05, 2014 - Transparency Market Research
Jonelle G. Dutton-Gaddis, Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Jonelle G. Dutton-Gaddis of Tulsa, Oklahoma, has been recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as Pofessional of the Year 2013 for her exceptional contributions and achievement in the field of Medicine. - April 04, 2014 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Inaugural Michael Edelstein, M.D. Physician Humanitarian Award Granted to Two Sheppard Pratt Health System Physicians on Doctor’s Day
Award created in honor of Michael Edelstein, M.D., recognizes Jason Addison, M.D., and Dennis Kutzer, M.D., for their dedication to fulfilling the needs of patients. - April 04, 2014 - Sheppard Pratt Health System
FastMed Urgent Care Acquires Advanced Urgent Care
Acquisition positions FastMed as the largest urgent care organization in Arizona - April 03, 2014 - FastMed
Ohio Franchise Experts, Michael Creatore and Nick Kerpsack, Predicts Top Earning Franchise Industries for 2014
When most people think of the franchise industry, quick-service food outlets are the first types of franchises to come to mind. In a list provided by Entrepreneur’s 2014 Franchise 500, fast-food chains dominated the franchise industry with over 25% list entries. Frozen Yogurt locations were... - April 03, 2014 - Franchise Direct 1, LLC.
ALPCO Expands EuroFlow™ Product Offering with the Addition of Plasma Cell Dyscrasias Screening Tube
ALPCO has expanded EuroFlow™ product offering with addition of the Plasma Cell Screening Tube from Cytognos S.L. - April 03, 2014 - ALPCO
Minimally Invasive Vertebral Compression Fracture Repair Market to Reach USD 2.82 Billion by 2019: Transparency Market Research
According to the report, the global market for Vertebroplasty and Kyphoplasty Devices is estimated to reach a value of USD 2.82 billion in 2019 with a growth rate of 8.7% through the years 2013 to 2019. The value of this industry was about USD 1.58 billion in 2012. - April 03, 2014 - Transparency Market Research
Global Life Sciences BPO Market to be Worth USD 596 Billion by 2019: Transparency Market Research
Published report titled “Life Sciences BPO Market (Contract Research Organizations (Drug Discovery, Pre-Clinical, Clinical Trials, Medical Writing, Pharmacovigilance, Risk-Based Monitoring, Clinical Data Management, Biostatistics) and Contract Manufacturing Organizations)- Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2013 – 2019,” Transparency Market Research projects that the global life sciences BPO market will register a 21.5% CAGR over the forecast period. - April 03, 2014 - Transparency Market Research
DISA Broadens Operations in the Eagle Ford Shale Area – Acquires Two Occupational Health Clinics from A-Dependable
DISA Global Solutions (DISA) has acquired two occupational health facilities from A-Dependable Drug Testing. Both facilities are located within the active Eagle Ford Shale, Western Gulf Basin, of South Texas, one in Kenedy and one in Pleasanton. A-Dependable is a well-established occupational... - April 02, 2014 - DISA Global Solutions, Inc.
Acadia–St. Landry Hospital Selects VersaSuite as Its Electronic Health Records and HIS Software
VersaSuite today announced that Louisiana-based Acadia-St. Landry Hospital, a Critical Access Hospital (CAH), has selected its adaptive electronic health records and hospital information system software. Acadia-St. Landry is a 25-bed CAH, which has been providing medical services since 1967 to the... - April 02, 2014 - VersaSuite
Datapearl Business Intelligence for Healthcare Achieves 2014 Edition Modular Ambulatory EHR ONC HIT Certification from ICSA Labs
Chenoa Information Services, a sustainable IT services and solutions company, announced that its healthcare analytics platform, Datapearl Business Intelligence for Healthcare 3.0, has achieved 2014 Edition Modular Ambulatory EHR ONC Health IT certification. The certification designates that... - April 02, 2014 - Chenoa Information Services
Dr. Jeffrey LaGrasso Provides the Permanent Solution for Cellulite
The answer to those puckered dimples and lumps on your hips, thighs and buttocks. - March 31, 2014 - Dr. Jeffrey LaGrasso
Innovation Direct™ Taking the Lead on Promotional Campaign for Hand Helper Invention
An innovative new product designed to serve as an essential physical aid for those with certain limitations, the Hand Helper, has been developed by Alphonse Graffia, Jr. of New Orleans, Louisiana. The invention's unique design allows its users to complete a basic act of personal hygiene without... - March 29, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
A Telemedicine Today Segment Will Air on Health Briefs TV
The riveting health and medical show will feature a segment about the benefits of telemedicine in an upcoming series. - March 29, 2014 - Health Briefs TV
National Institute for Fitness and Sport (NIFS) Go Girl Triathlon Training Program
Attention Ladies: Have you ever wanted to do a sprint triathlon? Join the NIFS Go Girl Triathlon Training Program to prepare for the Go Girl Triathlon at Eagle Creek Park on August 23rd. Training begins at 5:30pm on Tuesday June 17th at the National Institute for Fitness and Sport in downtown... - March 28, 2014 - NIFS
Mohab Ibrahim a Southern Nevada Pain Management Physician Receives Board Certification
Dr. Mohab Ibrahim of Pain Center of Nevada is now board certified pain management specialist. - March 28, 2014 - Pain Center of Nevada
House Delays Vote on Postponing ICD-10, Strategic Chiropractor Urges Doctors of Chiropractic to Get Ready
The House rejected a bill on March 27, 2014 that would have postponed ICD-10 for another year until October 2015. Chiropractic billing expert, Dr. Tom Necela of The Strategic Chiropractor urges doctors of chiropractic not to delay their staff training but to prepare for the October 2014 ICD-10 implementation now. - March 27, 2014 - The Strategic Chiropractor
ERBA Launches New Products at the Annual Arab Health Exhibition
The ERBA Group (Transasia's parent company) has fortified its footprints across the globe through its quality products and services. - March 27, 2014 - Transasia Bio-Medicals Ltd.
Oceanside Care Center Highlights Its Outstanding Dietary Department During March National Nutrition Month
Oceanside, NY area nursing home Oceanside Care Center supports March National Nutrition Month. - March 27, 2014 - Oceanside Care Center
Virginia Veterinary Medical Association Announces 2014 Commercial Representative Award
Mike McElvain Recognized for Outstanding Service to Virginia Veterinarians - March 27, 2014 - Virginia Veterinary Medical Association
VersaSuite Has Completed Surescripts® Certification Testing for Prescription Routing Messaging
VersaSuite announced today that its 8.2 prescriber software has completed Surescripts® certification testing for prescription routing messaging (NEWRX, REFREQ, REFRES, STATUS, ERROR). The VersaSuite v8.2 software is afforded this certification for the following: 1) Surescripts Implementation... - March 27, 2014 - VersaSuite
Leading Medical Organizations Join Forces Globally to Launch First-Ever World Thrombosis Day
The International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis partners with thrombosis related organizations from every continent to launch World Thrombosis Day focused on single cause of top 3 cardiovascular deaths worldwide. - March 27, 2014 - International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis (ISTH)
Pioneers in Adult Stem Cell Therapy Honored
The Alliance for the Advancement of Adult Stem Cell Therapy and Research hosted an awards luncheon for doctors and patients from around the world to recognize and honor their outstanding contributions and achievements in adult stem cell therapy. The Stem Cell Alliance event celebrated the revolutionary strides in the field of adult stem cell treatments for cardiac, pulmonary, neurological, spinal cord injuries and vascular diseases. - March 26, 2014 - Regenocyte Worldwide
VersaSuite Exhibits at TORCH Annual Conference and Tradeshow Texas Conference of Rural and Community Hospitals
VersaSuite, EHR Leaders, Will Be Available in Dallas, TX at Booth #91 Who: VersaSuite, a leading EHR/HIS solution provider, today announced it will be exhibiting at the 37th Annual Rural Hospital Conference. What: TORCH Annual Conference and Tradeshow – Texas Conference of Rural and... - March 26, 2014 - VersaSuite
SharePractice Launches Social Medical Reference App Giving Clinicians Power to Share and Rate Peers’ Treatment Knowledge
After raising $1.3 million in seed funding, the free iOS Smartphone app allows doctors to ‘publish’ findings, generate feedback, review conventional therapies, and incorporate new medicines into a collective knowledge base. - March 26, 2014 - SharePractice
Idox Releases Research Findings on Funding from Its Healthcare Survey
Following a recent survey of delegates attending the Health and Care Innovation Expo 2014, Idox is pleased to publish its research findings on funding. - March 26, 2014 - IDOX
Brazilian Butt Lift: Dr. Robert H. Burke, Ann Arbor Cosmetic Surgeon Discusses His Innovative Technique for Simultaneous Body Contouring and Butt Lift
Robert H. Burke, MD, FACS often encounters patients who desire recontouring of regions of stubborn fat, and enhancement of their gluteal (buttocks) regions. “These are really complimentary procedures.” Although fat is removed in liposculpture and body recontouring, this provides a second use, that of enhancing the body through redistribution. The repurposed fat provides a fuller, more rounded and more youthful gluteal contour. - March 25, 2014 - The Michigan Center for Cosmetic Surgery
Legacy Innovation Group Opens Up Office in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Legacy Innovation Group - a strategic innovation consultancy - has opened its office in Grand Rapids, MI. The firm was founded by Anthony Mills, a seasoned executive with years of experience leading product development and innovation projects globally. The firm welcomes any size client and is available to work globally. The firm's web site is www.legacyinnova.com. - March 24, 2014 - Legacy Innovation Group
Freehold, NJ Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Michael Greller Honored with a Vitals 2013 Compassionate Doctor Award for Second Consecutive Year
Advanced Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Institute’s Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Michael Greller, has been accorded this honor by his patients; Vitals prestigious 2013 Most Compassionate Doctor Award. - March 24, 2014 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Exhibit and Workshop Opportunities Available for the American Venous Forum - Spring 2014 Fellows Course in Venous Disease
The American Venous Forum Spring 2014 Fellows Course in Venous Disease will be held on May 11-13 in Englewood, New Jersey. The course is an intimate gathering of no more than 40 fellows from vascular and interventional radiology programs from around the country, along with expert faculty in the... - March 24, 2014 - American Venous Forum
Q1 Productions Announces Launch of the Regulation Station, Set for March 2014
Helping Regulatory Affairs Executives around the World Remain Current on Evolving Regulatory Guidance within the Device & Diagnostic Industries, from Securing Regulatory Approval to Meeting Post-Market Vigilance Requirements - March 23, 2014 - Q1 Productions
HMC Healthworks Announces a New Agency Relationship with River Star Professional Group
Innovative Bundled Telehealth Program – CADRPlus (CADR+) provides members and their families, on-demand, unlimited, 24/7 access to quality healthcare. - March 23, 2014 - HMC HealthWorks
Recognition and Gratitude Go Hand-in-Hand
Dr. Clayton Lawrence takes the opportunity to thank a host of supporters after being recognized by the Washington Business Journal as a 2014 Minority Business Leader Award Winner. - March 22, 2014 - LEAP LLC
Voicebrook to Exhibit at 2014 American Pathology Foundation Spring Conference
Voicebrook to demonstrate advanced reporting workflows and new product features - March 22, 2014 - Voicebrook, Inc.
Virginia Veterinary Medical Association Presents 2014 Animal Hero Award to Service Dog
“Seth The Wonder Dog” Receives 2014 Annual Hero Award at Annual Virginia Veterinary Conference - March 22, 2014 - Virginia Veterinary Medical Association
Cynthia B. Burton Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Cynthia B. Burton of Warsaw, Indiana has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of medical devices. About Cynthia B. Burton Ms. Burton has over 15 years experience in the field of medical devices. - March 21, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
Next Level Urgent Care Earns Urgent Care Center Accreditation
Urgent Care Center Accreditation ensures the provision of quality healthcare and the principles of professionalism. - March 21, 2014 - American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine
Skilled Nursing Facilities Across Los Angeles Contract Dentistry Services of Lumina HealthCare
Lumina HealthCare has recently announced that the organization has experienced a significant increase in the number of skilled nursing facilities contracting their dentistry and podiatry services. The company’s technical team is now becoming highly valued within communities across Los Angeles... - March 21, 2014 - Lumina Healthcare
Study Finds Child Death Costs U.S. 1.5 Billion Annually
The death of a child at any age could cost the U.S. economy roughly 1.5 billion dollars per year, the majority of which results from presenteeism costs, according to a recent study. Dr. Melanie Fox, an economist at Austin College, said that productivity costs are often overlooked when a child dies,... - March 20, 2014 - MISS Foundation
DISA Acquires RS Occupational Health
DISA Expands International Business Operations in the North Sea Region with the Acquisition of RS Occupational Health. - March 20, 2014 - DISA Global Solutions, Inc.
A New Medical App for Doctors and Pregnant Patients
Digital Orientation Resolutions Inc., a Canadian software developer, is pleased to announce the release of iFetal+2 for pregnancy and infancy care. The iPhone app provides primarily the necessary educational materials to both doctors and patients and it allows the patients to be involved in the quality assurance of their own medical care. - March 20, 2014 - Digital Orientation Resolutions Inc.
Global Healthcare Travel Council 1st Annual Executive Board Meeting 6 March 2014 – Dubai - UAE
A "Report-back" Preamble The 1st Annual Meeting of the Global Healthcare Travel Council was held during IMTEC 2014 in Dubai. During the Meeting, a number of issues were discussed and agreed upon. These are summarized below. Extension of the term of the Executive Board It was decided... - March 20, 2014 - Global Healthcare Travel Council
Guan-Cheng Sun Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Guan-Cheng Sun of Seattle, Washington has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Guan-Cheng Sun Dr. Sun has over 16 years experience in the field of education. He is the Executive... - March 19, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
Electronic Health Record Association Recognizes Industry VersaSuite for Adopting the EHR Developer Code of Conduct
At its all-member meeting on February 23 at the HIMSS14 Conference in Orlando, FL, the EHR Association recognized seventeen health IT companies that have adopted the EHR Developer Code of Conduct. The Code was developed by the Association and introduced in June 2013. Association Chair Mickey... - March 19, 2014 - VersaSuite
Cirrus Medical Network Offers Online Primary Care Doctors to Nevadans
Cirrus Medical Network, the premier online concierge doctor network, is now serving Nevadans. Members can retain a private physician for a nominal monthly fee and avoid the hassles of traditional office-based medical practices by connecting with a physician 24/7 online via secure messaging and... - March 19, 2014 - Cirrus Medical Network, LLC
Phoenix Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Shelden Martin Announces Office Move to Two New Valley Locations
Dr. Shelden Martin, a leading orthopedic surgeon with OrthoArizona - Arizona Orthopaedic Associates, has announced the relocation of his office to Phoenix and Mesa effective March 17. Dr. Martin is a board certified orthopedic surgeon with extensive training and experience in orthopedic and sports... - March 18, 2014 - Arizona Orthopaedic Associates