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MD Stem Cells - Macular Degeneration Patient Continues to Improve Following Stem Cell Treatments

Married for 72 years, patient’s husband confirms positive visual results are continuing for his wife following stem cell treatment for AMD. - March 23, 2013 - MD Stem Cells

Invata Completes Latin American Distribution Center for Global Healthcare Products Leader

Panama City, Panama facility designed and outfitted to accommodate aggressive growth and evolving business model in Latin American market. - March 23, 2013 - Invata Intralogistics

The Asia Medical Travel Council and the Thai Medical Tourism Association Announce Strategic Alliance by the Signing of a Memorandum of Understanding

A momentous milestone has been reached with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the Asia Medical Travel Council (AMTRAC) and the Thai Medical Tourism Association (TMTA). - March 22, 2013 - Asia Medical Travel Council (AMTRAC)

State-of-the-Art Ultrasound Techniques for Head and Neck Disorders

“Atlas of Head and Neck Ultrasound,” recently published by Thieme, provides readers with a didactic exposure to the principles of ultrasound and its application in the diagnosis and treatment of clinical conditions of the head and neck. It specifically evaluates the possibilities of... - March 22, 2013 - Thieme Publishers

PlacidWay Joins with Neolife Medical Center to Offer Hope to Countless in Turkey

Neolife Medical Center, located in Istanbul, Turkey, provides life-saving treatments for those diagnosed with life-threatening medical conditions. - March 22, 2013 - PlacidWayUSA

Nurses Get Help Preparing for RN Palliative Care Certification Exam

CSU Institute for Palliative Care and San Diego Chapter of the Hospice and Palliative Nursing Association offer on May 4 and 5 a weekend study course. - March 21, 2013 - CSU Institute for Palliative Care

National Academy of Physicians and Medical Scientists Sponsors 2014 Congress of Future Medical Leaders for Top High School Students

The Congress of Future Medical Leaders, sponsored by the National Academy of Physicians and Medical Scientists, will be held in Washington, DC in February of 2014. The conference seeks to equip and support the nation’s top achieving high school students in their pursuit of a career in the STEM subjects. The three-day conference will provide students with access to representatives of elite colleges, demonstrations of future medical technology, and even an opportunity to witness surgery. - March 21, 2013 - The National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists

Voicebrook to Exhibit at American Pathology Foundation 2013 Spring Conference

Company to interface with customers, prospects, and partners at highly-focused industry leading event. - March 21, 2013 - Voicebrook, Inc.

Families of SMA Launches New Program to Fund Care Research to Drive Improvements in Patient Care in Spinal Muscular Atrophy

Families of Spinal Muscular Atrophy has been funding critical research to develop a treatment and cure for the disease since 1984, along with providing important resources and support for families affected by SMA. This new research funding program announced today is focused on improving care and the quality of life for SMA patients. - March 21, 2013 - Cure SMA

Families of SMA and Nationwide Children’s Hospital Announce Multi-Million Dollar Award from NINDS

Nationwide Children’s Hospital (Columbus, OH) and Families of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (Elk Grove Village, IL) announce the award of a multi-million dollar cooperative agreement from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) to advance a gene therapy development program for Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). - March 20, 2013 - Cure SMA

Hackensack University Medical Center – Department of Medicine Chooses SpectraMedi, the Top Transcription Service Provider in U.S

Hackensack University Medical Center – Department of Medicine is associating with SpectraMedi Transcription Services based in Syracuse, New York. - March 20, 2013 - SpectraMedi MSO Medical Transcription Services & Technology Solutions

An Updated Edition of "Teaching Atlas of Brain Imaging"

“Case-based Brain Imaging,” recently published by Thieme, contains full coverage of the latest technological advancements in brain imaging. It includes more than 150 cases that provide detailed discussion of the imaging findings, differential diagnosis and pathology of common and rare... - March 20, 2013 - Thieme Publishers

2013 New England Home Healthcare Consortium to Spearhead Discussion on the Future of Home Care as National Experts Provide Strategies on How to Succeed

The three-day conference is open to all home health care providers, including independents, nursing home and long-term care organizations and legislators from anywhere in the country. - March 20, 2013 - NEHHC

LaMiaPelle Selects the eLeaflet Solution from myHealthbox for Their Patient Information Leaflets

myHealthbox signs LaMiaPelle as a new customer for their electronic leaflet solution. - March 20, 2013 - myHealthbox

Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Michael Greller is Now the Secretary/Treasurer of the Department of Orthopedics at CentraState Medical Center, Freehold, NJ

Dr. Michael Greller, President of Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC is now the Secretary/Treasurer of the medical staff at CentraState Medical Center, Freehold, NJ. - March 20, 2013 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC

Arbovax Completes Successful Pre-Clinical Trial of Tetravalent Dengue Vaccine

Successful Pre-Clinical Tests Support Vaccine Platform, New Injection Protocol - March 19, 2013 - Arbovax Inc

Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Makes $10,000 Grant to Assist Veterans with Brain Injuries

Coalition's donation to RMHABI will provide urgent counseling, hyperbaric treatment services to brain-injured veterans in Colorado. - March 19, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes

PlacidWay Top Ten Treatments Abroad in 2012

Men and women seek cosmetic procedures and stem cell therapies abroad, PlacidWay medical tourism experts have concluded. The 2012 figures compared to 2011 have determined a brighter look for medical travel, as experts and thought leaders announce the exponential increase in the number of medical... - March 17, 2013 - PlacidWayUSA

Victory Over Stroke Event Set for March 21, 2013

The Stroke Association of Florida Announces Fourth Annual "Victory Over Stroke" Event in Bradenton, Florida - March 16, 2013 - The Stroke Association Of Florida

Health Sync Seeks to Ease Burdens of Cancer and Chronic Conditions for Individuals and Employees

Health-Sync works with employer groups & individuals to ease the emotional, spiritual, & financial burden caused by the many chronic health conditions seen today. The company acts through a program of wellness, advocacy and support. Tina Withrow, Director, stated, “Our model promotes... - March 16, 2013 - Health Sync

Bart Bracken Joins HMC HealthWorks

HMC HealthWorks (www.hmchealthworks.com) announced today that Bart Bracken has joined the company to further develop their strategic planning, marketing, business development, product development, and program management for both private and public sector. Bart Bracken comes with more than 25 years... - March 16, 2013 - HMC HealthWorks

A Richly Illustrated Roadmap of Common Peripheral Vascular Interventions

“Peripheral Vascular Interventions: An Illustrated Manual,” recently published by Thieme, presents a uniquely visual representation of the procedures interventionalists need to master to perform peripheral vascular interventions successfully. Written and illustrated by Dr. Schroeder, a... - March 16, 2013 - Thieme Publishers

An Evidence-Based Reference on Pediatric Audiologic Rehabilitation

Infants born with significant hearing loss will also have difficulty learning spoken language, unless they are identified early and receive treatment quickly. “Pediatric Audiologic Rehabilitation,” recently published by Thieme, presents evidence-based information on the clinical and... - March 16, 2013 - Thieme Publishers

New Gastroenterology Website Points to Patient-Centered Philosophy

Drossman Gastroenterology’s new website is a testament to Dr. Drossman’s belief that successful treatment depends on the fundamental values of listening actively, providing patient-centered care, and collaborating in treatment. - March 15, 2013 - Save A Life

Ken Robinson, U.S. Tax Industry Leader - Health Plans, Deloitte LLP to Speak at KC’s Transitional Reinsurance Program Under the Affordable Care Act Event

Ken Robinson, U.S. Tax Industry Leader - Health Plans, Deloitte LLP to Speak at KC’s Understanding HHS Proposed Transitional Reinsurance Program Under the Affordable Care Act Llive Webcast - March 15, 2013 - The Knowledge Group

Dr. R. Wade McKenna to Speak on Stem Cell Therapy at T-POC & Newclip Technics 2013 Event

Dr. R. Wade McKenna, will share his expertise in stem cell therapy during the 2013 Dinner Event for The Progressive Orthopedic Company (T-POC) and Newclip Technics USA. The event will be held Friday, March 22 in Chicago, Illinois during the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 2013 Annual Meeting. - March 14, 2013 - Biologic Therapies

Announcing the Launch of Idox’s New GRANTfinder 4 Health Product

Idox Information Solutions is pleased to announce the launch of its new professional funding product, dedicated to meeting the funding needs of healthcare organisations. - March 14, 2013 - IDOX

Acceliant Looks Forward to Meet Participants at BioPharma Asia Convention, Singapore

Acceliant is looking forward to meet participants at the BioPharma Asia Convention being held in Singapore from 18 to 21 March. Visit Booth #D24 to know about its comprehensive eClinical Suite, and pick a free copy of white paper on ‘EDC Migration for In-flight Trials’, and ‘EDC... - March 14, 2013 - Trianz

IncentOne Launches Next Generation Outcomes Biometric Incentive Solution

Solution Expands Capabilities to Deliver Outcomes-based Programs. - March 13, 2013 - IncentOne

The Jon Block Group to Participate in 2013 AAOS Annual Meeting

The Jon Block Group announced they will be participating in the 2013 annual meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, taking place in Chicago from March 19-23, 2013. The Group will be meeting with several orthopedic firms to discuss clinical strategies specifically associated with... - March 13, 2013 - Jon Block Group

Researchers Suspect Air Conditioning in GCC Region Main Cause of Allergic Fungal Rhinosinusitis

International experts to discuss recent advances in otolaryngology at upcoming ENT Exhibition & Conference in Dubai. - March 13, 2013 - Informa Life Sciences Exhibitions

Leeza Gibbons Talks Happy Endings and New Beginnings This Wednesday on "Let’s Talk Autism with Shannon and Nancy"

Television and radio show host, author, and speaker Leeza Gibbons will discuss her life and how she learned to “Take 2” on the highly popular web show “Let’s Talk Autism with Shannon and Nancy,” Wednesday, March 13, 2013 at 11:00 am (PDT). - March 11, 2013 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders

New Study by Autism Research Group and CARD Demonstrates That Children with Autism Can Learn to Stand Up to Bullies

Autism Research Group, along with the Center for Autism and Related Disorders, published a study in the current issue of the journal “Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders” on teaching children with autism to detect and respond to lies told by others attempting to bully them. - March 10, 2013 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders

Eden Autism Services Announces Speaker Line Up for 19th Annual Lecture Series

Renowned Experts Will Unfold Latest Strides, Advancements in Autism on March 22nd - March 10, 2013 - Eden Autism Services

Autism Research Group to Train San Diego Professionals on Effective Autism Behavioral Intervention Techniques

The one-day event features an exceptional collection of autism experts presenting the latest state-of-the-art methods of applied behavior analysis (ABA) for teaching perspective-taking and executive function skills to individuals with autism. - March 10, 2013 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders

Acceliant Announces the Release of a White Paper Titled "EDC and ePRO - Modular, Disparate, and Single-System Approaches to Collecting Data"

Acceliant, a global technology provider of innovative solutions in eClinical trials, released a white paper titled "EDC and ePRO - Modular, Disparate, and Single-System Approaches to Collecting Data." The white paper emphasizes the advantages of an integrated single-system approach for data collection over the prevalent modular and disparate systems. - March 09, 2013 - Trianz

Reproductive Tissue Storage Company Announces Medical Advisory Committee Members

ReproTech, Ltd., the leading cryobank specializing in long-term storage of human reproductive tissue (sperm, eggs, embryos and ovarian and testicular tissue), announces the members of its Medical Advisory Committee. - March 09, 2013 - ReproTech, LLC

Procurement Transplant Coordinators Report Difficulty Learning Fundamentals of Their Jobs and Studying for the CPTC Exam: Feeling Disconnected with the Transplant Field

New book published by Brooke Hubbard BSN, CCRN, TNCC, CPTC, CPTC Exam Review and Handbook for the Organ Procurement Coordinator - March 08, 2013 - Nurse Brooke CPTC LLC

Stanley Beaman & Sears Architects Receive Design Awards for Adamsville Regional Health Center

Stanley Beaman & Sears has recently won two awards for their Adamsville Regional Health Center project. The Southeast Region of DBIA awards First Place: Public Sector, Building Under $15 Million. Construction team partners include Whiting-Turner Contracting Company and Hermosa Construction Group. The 2013 AIA/AAH Healthcare Design Awards Program, Category A: Built, Less than $25 million. The project will be exhibited at the 2013 AIA National Convention and Expo in Denver, Colorado. - March 08, 2013 - Stanley Beaman & Sears

Nemours Children's Hospital Wins Best of the Best

Nemours Children’s Hospital won two awards March 1st at IIDA’s Annual Best of the Best gala (Georgia Chapter). The first award was in the Healthcare Design category and the second was best overall out of all 11 categories, the Best of the Best. The International Interior Design Association (IIDA) is a professional networking and educational Association of 13,000 Members in 10 specialty practice forums and 31 Chapters around the world. - March 08, 2013 - Stanley Beaman & Sears

Friends in Adoption Case Manager Nan Pasquarello Comments on the Ethics Guidelines Released by The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Committee on Ethics

Friends in Adoption (FIA) Case Manager Nan Pasquarello comments on the Ethics guidelines released by The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) Committee on Ethics. These Guidelines are for OB-GYNs working with patients considering adoption. Nan Pasquarello’s comments... - March 06, 2013 - Friends in Adoption

GenWay Biotech Names Dr. Ruben Flores-Saaib Vice President of Custom and Catalog Services

GenWay Biotech announces Ruben Flores-Saaib, PhD as Vice President of Custom and Catalog Services assuming responsibilities for the Company's custom services and catalog business operating activities. - March 06, 2013 - GenWay Biotech

Healthcare Marketing Agency Physician Referral Marketing Launches New Website

Physician Referral Marketing LLC Launches New Website - March 06, 2013 - Physician Referral Marketing

Sterling to Deliver Management Workshop to Health Care Practice Owners

Consulting firm provides heath care practice owners with tools to increase full treatment acceptance, motivate staff and create wealth in their practices. - March 06, 2013 - Sterling

Companion Care Introduces Improved Hospice Care Services to Assure Peace-of-Mind to Clients and Families

Companion Care, a leading provider of top level in-home care and hospice care services in Seattle area communities including Lynnwood, Kirkland, Bothell and Woodinville, recently announced that they will be offering personalized hospice care services for clients living in their homes or in senior... - March 06, 2013 - Companion Care Inc.

SimpleCTMS Selected by Fortune 500 Life Science Corporation

Trial By Fire Solutions, a leading eClinical solution provider specializing in clinical study management applications, today announced that SimpleCTMS has been selected by a global leader specializing in innovative measurement solutions for the life sciences industry. The client’s adoption... - March 06, 2013 - Trial By Fire Solutions