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FlexSim Healthcare 4.04 Released, Includes New Features
Latest version of industry-leading healthcare process improvement software releases with enhanced data and analysis features and improved ease-of-use. - October 05, 2013 - FlexSim Software Products
Health Portal Solutions Announces Telemedicine Partnership with CareClix
Health Portal Solutions (HPS), a San Antonio, TX-based web portal developer today announces their partnership with CareClix, a telemedicine company based in the Washington, DC area. By integrating with CareClix, HPS’ web portals will allow plan members or patients to schedule an appointment... - October 05, 2013 - Health Portal Solutions
Uniform Advantage Supports Making Strides This October
To continue support of October’s breast cancer awareness month, Uniform Advantage will donate $1 for every new Facebook page “like” received during the month of October. The donation proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society’s (ACS) Making Strides organization. This... - October 04, 2013 - Uniform Advantage
HealthCARE Express Celebrates Groundbreaking at New Company Headquarters in Texarkana
HealthCARE Express at 3515 Richmond Road in Texarkana recently held a groundbreaking to celebrate the start of an expansion at the facility that will see the addition of many medical services. The two story expansion will be built behind the existing facility, and the current facility will remain open and serving patients during the construction. - October 04, 2013 - HealthCARE Express
Captiva Spine’s Proprietary PivoRod® Articulating Minimally Invasive Spinal Rod Receives New U.S. Patent Allowance From US Patent Office
Captiva Spine, Inc., a medical device organization dedicated to developing and distributing spinal technologies in the US and internationally, announced today that a new U.S. patent has been allowed by the USPTO for Captiva Spine’s Proprietary PivoRod® Articulating Minimally Invasive... - October 03, 2013 - Captiva Spine, Inc
Better Management of Insulin Resistance Needed for UAE Women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Prevalence, symptoms, and treatment of PCOS in the UAE to be discussed at upcoming Family Medicine Conference. - October 03, 2013 - Informa Life Sciences Exhibitions
Troy Kirchenbauer of aptitude™ Joins Advisory Board of the 11th Annual World Health Care Congress
Troy Kirchenbauer, the General Manager of the industry’s first direct contracting market, has been named to the Advisory Board of the 11th Annual World Health Care Congress, taking place April 7-9, 2014 at the Gaylord National Hotel and Resort in National Harbor, Maryland. - October 03, 2013 - World Congress
Infina Connect Announces New CEO, Mark Hefner
Healthcare IT Firm Continues to Gain Momentum Following Early Success - October 03, 2013 - Infina Connect
Kawasumi Laboratories America, Inc. Awarded Healthtrust Purchasing Trust (HPG) Safety Blood Collection Contract
Kawasumi Laboratories America, Inc. (KLA) announced today that it has been awarded the Safety Blood Collection contract with the Group Purchasing Organization Healthtrust Purchasing Group (HPG). HPG contract 6027 has been awarded as a multi-source contract with two other manufacturers. KLA has... - October 03, 2013 - Kawasumi Laboratories America, Inc.
ScienceBased Health’s HydroEye® Benefits Post-Menopausal Dry Eye Sufferers in New Clinical Research
Just Published: One of the Only Controlled Trials to Show Significant Impact on Dry Eye with a Nutritional Product. More than half of peri and post-menopausal women are estimated to suffer from dry eye. Study findings published in the October issue of Cornea show that daily dietary supplementation is effective in improving symptoms and halting progression of dry eye. - October 02, 2013 - ScienceBased Health
Hyginex Hand Hygiene Compliance Solution Will be an Exhibitor at IDWeek 2013(TM)
Hyginex Will be Located at Booth 517; Featuring Unique Hand Hygiene Compliance Technology - October 02, 2013 - Hyginex
VersaSuite Announces Ophthalmology Client
VersaSuite today announced Illinois-based Lawrence Kaufman, MD, has selected its adaptive electronic health records and health information solutions software for his ophthalmology practice. VersaSuite offers a complete EHR and Practice Management Solution for ophthalmologists designed to automate... - October 02, 2013 - VersaSuite
MedTech National, Inc. Launches with Acquisition of Cylliance, Inc. Health Care IT Business
MedTech National Inc. announced Monday its acquisition of the medical billing and practice management assets of Cylliance Inc. Cylliance pioneered the technologies that provide federally mandated HCIT technologies in the Cloud, offering complete practice management, revenue cycle management and... - October 02, 2013 - MedTech National
Applewood Our House to Open Third Memory Care Home in October
Despite the wet, soggy weather in recent weeks, construction of the new Applewood Our House III is on schedule and the first residents are scheduled to move in by the middle of October. Applewood Our House III is the third memory care home for owner Alan Wyngarden and is located at 6435 Garrison St. - October 02, 2013 - Applewood Our House
Thieme’s Special Issue of Seminars in Liver Disease Takes an International Perspective on Liver Surgery
The latest issue of "Seminars in Liver Disease," published by Thieme is a remarkable collection of articles that demonstrate the scope of contemporary liver surgery. The issue is introduced by guest editors Jean C. Emond and Michael D. Kluger from Columbia University and The New York... - October 02, 2013 - Thieme Publishers
Thieme eOtolaryngology is Now Live
Thieme is proud to announce the launch of "Thieme eOtolaryngology," the premier online resource for otolaryngology—head and neck surgery that gives the global otolaryngology community unprecedented access to Thieme’s entire otolaryngology collection. The site debuts with over... - October 02, 2013 - Thieme Publishers
Urban Balance Counseling Practice Opening Sixth Location in North Suburbs
Urban Balance, a group counseling practice founded in 2004, has expanded its therapy practice in the north suburbs with a new Northbrook location. The new office will be managed by Joyce Marter, LCPC, Owner of Urban Balance. Urban Balance has been recognized by Crain’s Chicago Business and is certified by the Women's Business Enterprise National Council. - October 01, 2013 - Urban Balance
HALDEY Pharmaceutical Compounding President to Address Brooklyn Physicians on Oct. 2
Dr. Emil J. Haldey will speak before an audience of doctors at the Medical Society of the County of Kings, in association with the Academy of Medicine of Brooklyn. - October 01, 2013 - HALDEY Pharmaceutical Compounding
Dr. Roger Friedman Appointed to Adjunct Clinical Faculty of Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine
Dr. Roger Friedman, a Podiatrist at Advanced Foot Care and Laser Center in Elyria, has been appointed as an adjunct clinical instructor at Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine . In this position, Dr. Friedman will be responsible for clinical instruction in Podiatric medicine and... - October 01, 2013 - Roger L. Friedman, DPM
Shelley L. Johnson Recently Recognized by America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Shelley L. Johnson of Lacey, Washington, has attained recognition in America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals as Professional of the Year 2013 in Healthcare Business Solutions and most recently has been named Bio of the Month for December 2014. About Shelley L. Johnson Shelley L. Johnson is... - October 01, 2013 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
PIH Health Earns NRC Picker Path to Excellence Award for Fourth Consecutive Year
PIH Health continues to prove its commitment to the community by earning the prestigious and national NRC Picker Path to Excellence award for the fourth consecutive year. PIH Health was recognized at the 19th Annual International Patient-Centered Care Symposium in Baltimore, Maryland on Sunday,... - September 29, 2013 - PIH Health
PIH Health Physicians Receives P4P “Most Improved” Award
Integrated Healthcare Association (IHA) Recognizes Top Performing and Most Improved California Physician Organizations. - September 29, 2013 - PIH Health
Raleigh, NC Audiologist Dr. Griffin Speaks to the CHADER (Chapel Hill and Durham Eldercare Resources) Group About the Looming Crisis in Hearing Healthcare
27 million adults over age 50 have hearing loss while there is a shortage of providers and technology to address the growing demand. - September 28, 2013 - Now Hear This
Two Lucky Fans to Throw "Ceremonial First Pitch" at Seattle Mariners Baseball Games This Weekend at Safeco Field
“First pitch” drawing winners announced by Seattle Mariners official sponsor Luna Family Hearing for throwing out ceremonial first pitch on Friday, September 27th and Saturday, September 28th games - September 27, 2013 - Luna Family Hearing
Save the Dates for OSS Physicians Speaker Series
Save the Dates! OSS physicians will be speaking about several orthopedic health and information topics from October – December 2013 at Swedish Ballard. Below is a list of dates and times for you to choose from: - September 27, 2013 - Orthopedic Specialists of Seattle
Healthcare Marketing Agency SIX22 Celebrates Child Health Day
New York-based healthcare marketing agency SIX22 is proud to spread awareness about Child Health Day this October 7, 2013. Proclaimed a day of National Observance by President Calvin Coolidge in 1928, it was observed on May 1st until 1960, when it was transferred to the first Monday of October. As... - September 27, 2013 - Six22 LLC
ISM Inc. Ranked as Fastest Growing Healthcare IT Solutions Provider Company by INC-5000
ISM OmniMD – healthcare division of ISM is one of the leading Ambulatory EHR Vendor ranked for INC5000-2013 listings for fastest growing private companies under IT services category. - September 27, 2013 - OmniMD
Nuliv Science Announces ActiGin – the Ultimate Endurance and Sports Intensity Booster
Nuliv Science, a research focused ingredient supplier, today announced the release of their proprietary ingredient ActiGin, the all-natural sports supplement and muscle recovery supplement enhances endurance and intensity for athletes and active adults and allows them to achieve peak... - September 26, 2013 - Nuliv Science
HEALTHCAREfirst to Demonstrate Advanced Product Enhancements at NPHCO Clinical Team Conference
HEALTHCAREfirst, the pioneer in Web-based software and services for home health and hospice care, announced this week it will be unveiling exciting new enhancements for its firstHOSPICE product at the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization’s (NHPCO) Clinical Team Conference in... - September 26, 2013 - HEALTHCAREfirst
Invisible Disabilities Champions at It’s Not an Illusion on Invisible Disabilities Day, October 24th
Colorado-based Invisible Disabilities Association honors individuals and organizations from Colorado and around the nation at sixth annual awards banquet in Lone Tree, Colo., October 24, 2013. - September 25, 2013 - Invisible Disabilities Association
Gail L. Muszynski Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Gail L. Muszynski of Arlington Heights, Illinois has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Gail L. Muszynski Ms. Muszynski is a Yoga Instructor at Wellness Place in Palatine,... - September 25, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
The Identity Advocate: How to Prevent Medical Identity Theft as Healthcare Reform Rolls-Out
See how you can safeguard your medical identity theft when healthcare reform goes into effect by following these medical identity theft prevention tips from The Identity Advocate. - September 25, 2013 - The Identity Advocate
FDAnews Announces Pay-to-Delay Settlements in the Wake of Activis Virtual Conference
Pay-to-Delay Settlements in the Wake of Activis; Current, Former FTC Officials Offer Answers **FDAnews Virtual Conference** Oct. 15, 2013 — 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. EDT - www.fdanews.com/PayToDelayPR2 - September 25, 2013 - FDAnews
Rocky Mountain ADA Center Unveils Emergency Management Webpage During National Preparedness Month
The Emergency Management Page Offers Valuable Resources for Individuals with Disabilities Throughout the Six State Rocky Mountain Region. - September 25, 2013 - Rocky Mountain ADA Center
StemCells21 to Open Second Luxury Medical Center
StemCells21 Company will open its second 5* medical facility. The new addition will feature state-of-the-art operation rooms, Cellular medicine laboratories and compounding nutrition & Hormone laboratories. All of which will be constructed to the highest standards and all class 10,000 clean room grade. - September 22, 2013 - StemCells21
FDAnews Announces: FDA Recordkeeping, Dangerous Documents and Writing for Compliance ™
FDA Recordkeeping, Dangerous Documents and Writing for Compliance ™; Presented by FDAnews; Nov. 13-14, 2013 – Bethesda, MD; http://www.fdanews.com/DangerousDocsPR2. - September 22, 2013 - FDAnews
FDAnews Announces Medical Device Mobile Apps Virtual Conference – Oct. 3, 2013
Medical Device Mobile Apps; The Biosense Case: FDA Sends First Warning; FDAnews Virtual Conference; Oct. 3, 2013 — 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. EDT; www.fdanews.com/MDMobileAppsVCPR2 - September 21, 2013 - FDAnews
Newman Village Kids to Aid Children’s Medical Center with Third Annual "Lemon Aid" Event
Frisco Community Hosts "Lemon Aid" Event on Sept. 22 to Benefit The Children’s Medical Center’s “Change for Children’s” Program - September 20, 2013 - Darling Homes
Liz Papp, PA-C Joins California Skin Institute Mountain View and San Mateo Locations
The Mountain View and San Mateo offices of California Skin Institute, California's largest private dermatology practice, welcomes Liz Papp, PA-C to their team of professional dermatology and cosmetic surgery providers. For more information visit http://www.californiaskininstitute.com. - September 20, 2013 - California Skin Institute
Virginia Veterinary Medical Association & Virginia Department of Health Recognize Rabies Awareness Week
State Veterinary Association and State Department of Health Sponsor Annual Statewide Rabies Awareness Week. - September 20, 2013 - Virginia Veterinary Medical Association
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Awards $1.5 Million Immunization Contract to SciMetrika
Population Health Consulting Firm Selected to Maintain and Enhance State Immunization Grant Management eGrATIS System. - September 20, 2013 - SciMetrika
Apex Rehab and Care Center Commemorates Child Health Day
Apex Rehab supports Child Health Day by raising awareness of childhood health issues facing the nations youth. - September 20, 2013 - Apex Rehabilitation and Care Center
Mountain West Dental Institute Grand Opening
The Metropolitan Denver Dental Society (MDDS) is hosting a Grand Opening of the Mountain West Dental Institute at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 19, 2013. The Mountain West Dental Institute (MWDI) is located at 925 Lincoln Street, Denver, CO 80203 in the Beauvallon building in the Golden Triangle. - September 19, 2013 - Metro Denver Dental Society
Orange 949 Joins Hands with HomeLine Medical, Inc.
Orange 949, a well-known mobile app development company, joins hands with HomeLine Medical, Inc, a leader in the healthcare industry. With its proven healthcare experience and technical capabilities, Orange 949 will develop a HIPAA compliant mobile app to enhance home healthcare delivery solutions. - September 19, 2013 - Orange949
Putnam Ridge Celebrates Child Health Day
Putnam Ridge is proud to spread awareness about Child Health Day this October 7, 2013. Proclaimed a day of National Observance by President Calvin Coolidge in 1928, it was observed on May 1st until 1960, when it was transferred to the first Monday of October. As part of the annual presidential... - September 19, 2013 - Putnam Ridge
AdventEMO, LLC Announces Strategic Partnership with Xenicus, LLC
AdventEMO, LLC, a leading EHR software reseller and medical billing company serving California, Oregon and Washington State announced today that it is establishing a strategic partnership with Xenicus, LLC a leading Financial Services company based in McCall, Idaho. “A concern we frequently... - September 19, 2013 - AdventEMO
Senior Helpers of South NJ to Recognize September as “National Preparedness Month,” Creates Severe Weather Checklist for Burlington Camden, Atlantic, Gloucester Residents
Peter Mangiola, Senior Health and Wellness Expert, Makes Severe Weather Information Checklist Available - Free to All Southern New Jersey Senior Residents and Their Families - September 19, 2013 - Senior Helpers NJ
Frost & Sullivan: Patient Safety and Risk Management a Priority for EU States
Healthcare system transformation underway - Innovative solutions such as Electronic Health Records (EHR) help Healthcare IT vendors boost adoption for new initiatives. - September 19, 2013 - Frost & Sullivan
OrthoNeuro to Open New Office in Dublin October 2013
OrthoNeuro will open its newest Central Ohio location in Dublin on October 7th, 2013 in Dublin, Ohio. The new office is located at 6770 Avery Muirfield Drive. This expansion into Northwest Columbus allows OrthoNeuro to provide patients in the community of Dublin and surrounding areas with the best orthopedic and neurological care. - September 18, 2013 - OrthoNeuro
Millennia Patient Services (MPS) Unveils a New Brand and Website
Millennia Patient Services (MPS), a Georgia based company, unveils a new brand and website that provides a comprehensive view of the company's value proposition. With over 600 clients, MPS has become one of the leading solution providers specializing in perfecting the revenue cycle management... - September 18, 2013 - Millennia Patient Services