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Telemedicine Leader, DocDial, Unleashes Direct to Consumer Telemedicine for 2013

DocDial offers telemedicine solutions fit for any budget with full-access telemedicine plans starting at just $6.95/mo. Through DocDial’s high volume commitments and strategic partnerships with only the top telemedicine providers, DocDial continues to offer the best services at the lowest... - February 14, 2013 - DocDial

120 Food Intolerance Test Released Online by TestDiagnostics

120 Food test is available as a home Testdiagnostics.com sample collection test and provides an accurate and comprehensive test for 120 of the most common food intolerances. - February 14, 2013 - Test Diagnostics

Latest CPR+ Release Targets New Efficiencies and Compliance Solutions for Specialty Pharmacy, Home Medical Equipment and Home Infusion

CPR+ version 9.0 adds more than 20 major enhancements with a focus on driving new efficiencies for customers in the three healthcare industries. - February 13, 2013 - Definitive Homecare Solutions

Magic Lice Removal Highlights There Are No Short-Cuts to Head Lice Removal

To get rid of lice, there are no short-cuts other than a quick shave of the head. Combing and time are crucial elements in proper removal. - February 13, 2013 - Magic Lice Removal

iMPak Health Announces Agreement to License HealthSaaS Connected Outcomes Platform

iMPak Health, a subsidiary of Meridian Health, today announced a white labeling agreement with HealthSaaS for their Connected Outcomes Platform. This agreement will enhance iMPak’s device offerings by bringing patient data into the clinical workflow as an asset while reducing manual data entry and providing actionable information to healthcare providers. - February 13, 2013 - HealthSaaS, Inc

Orlando Doctor Earns Vascular Interpretation Certificate Designating Expert Diagnostic Skill

Orlando Vein Care Specialist, Dr. Samuel P. Martin, earns The American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) certification for the Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation (RPVI), documenting “the highest standard in vascular ultrasound interpretation.” - February 13, 2013 - Vascular Vein Centers

Infina Connect and Knowledge Anywhere Form Strategic Partnership to Reduce Healthcare Costs and Improve Patient Engagement

Partnership between healthcare technology companies Infina Connect and Knowledge Anywhere enables Healthcare Organizations to offer patients new education tools which lead to higher engagement. - February 13, 2013 - Knowledge Anywhere

MarketResearchReports.biz Publishes Advanced Wound Management Market Outlook in BRICS to 2018

New Market Research Report Added in MarketResearchReports.Biz Database Advanced Wound Management Market Outlook in BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa) to 2018 - February 13, 2013 - Market Research Reports.biz

SFL’s Managing Director Invited to Speak at MEDTEC Europe Event in Stuttgart, Germany

SFL is pleased to announce that Shayesteh Fürst-Ladani, SFL’s Managing Director, has been invited to give a presentation on the classification and regulation of drug/device combinations at the MEDTEC Europe event to be held in Stuttgart, Germany from 26 to 28 February 2013. - February 13, 2013 - SFL Regulatory Affairs & Scientific Communication Ltd

AmpleHarvest.org Receives $10,000 Grant from Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS

Grant awarded as part of a nutrition initiative helping those living with HIV/AIDS, to an innovative cloud based hunger/nutrition campaign that enables millions of growers to donate excess garden produce to local food pantries. - February 12, 2013 - AmpleHarvest.org

Society for Women’s Health Research (SWHR) CEO Phyllis Greenberger to Ring NASDAQ Closing Bell

Society for Women’s Health Research Chief Executive Officer, Phyllis Greenberger will ring the NASDAQ OMX closing bell representing Fatigues to FabulousTM (F2F) on Monday, February 11, 2013 at 4:00p.m. SWHR has been a key advocate of F2F, a national campaign designed to support those women in... - February 10, 2013 - Society For Women's Healthcare Research

A Current Overview of the Genetics Field

“Color Atlas of Genetics, Fourth Edition,” recently published by Thieme, provides readers with an introduction to genetics and basic genomics. Presented in the signature Flexibook format and showcasing almost 200 color plates concisely explained on facing pages, the book promotes easy... - February 10, 2013 - Thieme Publishers

Local Runner and Phoenix Foot and Ankle Specialist Offers Helpful Tips for Foot and Ankle Care

Suzanne Abraham, DPM, a podiatrist with Phoenix Foot and Ankle Associates in Central Phoenix and Carl T. Hayden VA Medical Center, and former Air Force Officer, provides residents with tips for proper foot and ankle care to help avoid common injuries and conditions. Keep your feet clean and... - February 10, 2013 - Phoenix Foot and Ankle Associates, PC

Advanced Air Ambulance Provider Mercy Jets Announces Plan to Contribute to Heart Month

Mercy Jets has announced it will make contributions to heart-related charities during the month of February in honor of Heart Month. The advanced air ambulance transportation and medical escort company is placing a special focus on cardiac and heart-related health. While the medical transport... - February 10, 2013 - Mercy Jets

Davis Plastic Surgery to Offer New CoolFit Applicator from CoolSculptingTM by ZeltiqTM

First plastic surgeon in Triangle to have the new CoolFit applicator for vertical fat bulges. - February 09, 2013 - Davis Plastic Surgery

George Lakis Works with Intermedia Touch to Help Expand Its Telemedicine Multimedia Technology Division

Intermedia Touch expands its offerings by teaming with George Lakis as he grows the companies Telemedicine Multimedia Technology division. George Lakis brings a career-long trajectory of delivering leading-edge multimedia solutions to the healthcare and education ecosystems of South Florida. - February 09, 2013 - Intermedia Touch

Patricia D. Cone Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication

Patricia D. Cone, of Odessa, Florida, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Healthcare I.T. and Management. About Patricia D. Cone Patricia D. Cone is Information Technology Coordinator for... - February 09, 2013 - Strathmore Who's Who

Dr. Larry Saylor Learns Latest Technique in Bonded Porcelain Restoration

Dr. Larry Saylor, an experienced cosmetic dentist dedicated to improving smiles in the Tampa Bay area and beyond, has extended his education in cosmetic dentistry to include the latest advancements in bonded porcelain restorations. Dr. Saylor was one of three American dentists to attend the... - February 07, 2013 - Doctor Saylor

Celebrate Volunteer Appreciation Week 2013 with Positive Promotions Inspiring Recognition Gifts

Volunteers offer their time and effort to organizations year round. National Volunteer Week, April 21-27, 2013, is the perfect time to recognize their commitment to helping others. Positive Promotions offers budget-friendly, distinctive recognition gifts presenting uplifting themes of appreciation. - February 07, 2013 - Positive Promotions

Billion Cell Milestone Reached in Stem Cell Treatment

MD Stem Cells Reports Almost Two Billion Cells Used in Eye Stem Cell Treatment in Florida. - February 07, 2013 - MD Stem Cells

GDAHC Launches Improved Web Presence to Serve Southeast Michigan

In partnership with Media Genesis, The Greater Detroit Area Health Council (GDAHC) has redesigned its main website, GDAHC.org, and its consumer-facing website, myCareCompare.org, to better communicate information to stakeholders. - February 07, 2013 - Media Genesis

Rosellini Scientific Chosen as a National Biomedical Vendor for Hospital Corporation of America and MedAssets

Rosellini Scientific, LLC, a biomedical engineering firm specializing in enhancing rehabilitation services for patients, has been approved as a national biomedical vendor for Hospital Corporation of America and MedAssets. - February 06, 2013 - Rosellini Scientific, LLC

DEA Approves iBeta’s Full Scope Certification Process for EPCS

iBeta Quality Assurance (“iBeta”), a NVLAP (National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program) accredited Biometrics Testing Laboratory, was recently approved by the DEA to certify Electronic Prescriptions of Controlled Substances (EPCS) for both physician and pharmacy supporting... - February 06, 2013 - iBeta Quality Assurance

Say “Thanks” to Your Nursing Staff During Nurses Appreciation Week 2013

Nurses go the extra mile for you and the people they care for day after day. Celebrate your dedicated nursing staff during National Nurses Week, May 6-12, 2013. Positive Promotions, the leading company in nurse recognition products for the past 10 years, offers turnkey solutions with affordable gifts and keepsakes to show nurses that you recognize and value their hard work and dedication. - February 06, 2013 - Positive Promotions

St. Paul Pediatric Orthodontics Provider Unveils Five Favorite Snacks for Patients to Enjoy

Dr. Jennifer, a St. Paul Pediatric Orthodontics Provider, reveals her five favorite snacks that patients can safely sink their teeth and braces into. - February 06, 2013 - Doctor Jennifer

New Analysis Reveals Significant Benefits to Supporting Vaginal Birth After Cesarean

A highly significant study on the cost effectiveness of trial of labor following previous cesarean (TOLAC) has just been published in the “American Journal of Perinatology.” Sharon A. Gilbert from the George Washington University Biostatistics Center in Washington, D.C. along with her... - February 06, 2013 - Thieme Publishers

New Research Report on US Intraoperative Neuromonitoring Market 2012-2016 by MarketResearchReports

New Market Research Report Added in MarketResearchReports.Biz Database Intraoperative Neuromonitoring Market in the US 2012-2016 - February 06, 2013 - Market Research Reports.biz

“A Toast to Precious Souls” Raises $18,000 to Benefit Women and Children’s Services at Saddleback Memorial Medical Center

Outstanding Nurses Honored and Parent Fundraisers Recognized - February 05, 2013 - Saddleback Memorial Medical Center

Tongue Cover Introduces a New Way to Take the Bitterness Out of Medicine

A revolutionary new product that shields the tongue from harsh flavors is on its way courtesy of crowd-funding. - February 05, 2013 - Tongue Cover

CRI-Report - Research Report on China’s Anti-Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) Drug Market, 2013-2017

In China, AD often occurs to people aged over 65, accounting for about 4% to 5% of population in this age group, with nearly 10% of people aged over 75 and around 20% of people aged above 85. - February 05, 2013 - China Research and Intelligence

Online Laboratory Website Testdiagnostics Expose Alarming Chlamydia Results

A recent study released from TestDiagnostics.com has revealed that 16% of adults under the age of 25 have tested positive for Chlamydia. The study took into account 1000 randomly selected tests completed between March 2012 and December 2012. The study released by TestDiagnostics.com confirmed that... - February 04, 2013 - Test Diagnostics

Companion Care, inc. Introduces New Range of Assisted Living Type Services

Woodinville, Washington based Companion Care, inc. has recently announced the addition of several new assisted living type services. These new services improve the availability of care for seniors or persons with disabilities who live in the cities of Woodinville, Kirkland, Bothell, Lynnwood and... - February 02, 2013 - Companion Care Inc.

Satori World Medical Announces “Spotlight” TV interview with George Chamberlin on NBC's "Money Matters”

Steven Lash, President & CEO of Satori World Medical, was recently interviewed by George Chamberlin of “Money Matters” regarding medical travel and how it can help address the rising cost of healthcare in the United States. - February 02, 2013 - Satori World Medical

The National Institute for Fitness and Sport Invites You to Step Into the Bod Pod... for Free

Another New Year has come and gone. Are you still stuck at point “A” in your fitness goals? Now is the time to make changes and try a new approach. - February 01, 2013 - NIFS

Global Spectacles Market Will Reach the Value of $24 Billion by the Year 2018

New Market Research Report Added in MarketResearchReports.Biz Database Spectacles Market - Global Industry Size, Market Share, Trends, Analysis and Forecasts 2012 - 2018. - February 01, 2013 - Market Research Reports.biz

Napier Healthcare Strengthens Leadership Team with Industry Veterans

To pursue its aggressive growth plans and consolidate its leadership position in healthcare IT solutions in the key markets it serves, Napier has brought on board industry veterans Shyam Gopal and Ramesh Thyagarajan as Global of Sales & Alliances and Global Head of Strategy & PMO, respectively. - January 31, 2013 - Napier Healthcare Solution

TestCountry Presents Its 2013 Event Listings

TestCountry has compiled all the important conference dates for 2013 in one handy spot. All event listings include what the event is, what dates it is being held, where it is being held and a link to find out more information about the event. - January 31, 2013 - TestCountry

Medical Billing and EHR Company Reaches Milestone

The WeTreatFeet Group reached a billing milestone last week, submitting its 10,000 claim. - January 30, 2013 - The WeTreat Feet Group

Stem Cell Expert Dr. R. Wade McKenna to Speak at International Stem Cell Society Conference

Biologic Therapies (www.biologictherapies.com), a medical device company specializing in the design and manufacturing of proprietary medical components focused on autologous stem cell therapy and regenerative medicine, has announced its Chief Medical Director, Dr. R. Wade McKenna, will share his... - January 29, 2013 - Biologic Therapies

Signature Knee Replacement Offers Patients a Customized, Cutting Edge Option at Arizona Orthopaedic Associates at Gateway

The Signature Knee gives Arizona Orthopaedic Associates surgeons access to a higher level of detailed information for positioning the knee implant and for aligning it properly before the procedure begins, thus reducing premature wear and ensuring a more accurate fit. - January 29, 2013 - Arizona Orthopaedic Associates

MOgene Announces Partnership with Intuitive Genomics to Expand Bioinformatics Capabilities

MOgene LC, a full service genomics service provider based in Saint Louis, MO announces a partnership with Intuitive Genomics, Inc. to further expand its bioinformatics capabilities. This decision follows several years of successfully working with Intuitive Genomics to deliver some very promising... - January 28, 2013 - MOgene, LC

VisionTree Celebrates 10 Years as Foremost Leader in Cloud-Based Patient Portal & Outcomes Data Management

Over 100 distinguished guests attend reception at recently expanded Mission Valley headquarters. - January 28, 2013 - VisionTree Software, Inc.

Assisted Living Association to Hold Legislative Reception in Denver

The Colorado Assisted Living Association will be hosting a Legislative Reception on January 29th at 5:30 PM. CALA (Colorado Assisted Living Association) is the “can do association” that is known for representing the Assisted Living Industry in Colorado. The association is committed to... - January 26, 2013 - Colorado Assisted Living Association

Award Winning Beauty Theorist and Facial Plastic Surgeon Dr. Philip Young Announces the Development of the YoungVitalizer, a New Incision-Less Face Lift Alternative

The YoungVitalizer involves a minimally invasive process that shapes a person's face to achieve a younger and natural look. The procedure is based on Dr. Young's Award Winning Theory on Facial Beauty called the “Circles of Prominence.” - January 25, 2013 - Aesthetic Facial Plastic Surgery

The Physicians Practice S.O.S. Group CEO Regina Mixon Bates Named Director of Economic Development of NBMBAA-Atlanta

Leader in Medical Practice Management and Education has been named the Director of Economic Development for The Atlanta Chapter of the National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA). - January 25, 2013 - The Physicians Practice S.O.S. Group

Saddleback Memorial Medical Center Dedicates New Bonding Room at The Women’s Hospital

Jane L. Frederick, M.D. Honored for Generous Funding Towards Project - January 24, 2013 - Saddleback Memorial Medical Center

Dataline Launches New iPhone App for Healthcare Professionals

Dataline Software is proud to announce version 2.0 of Snomobile, the first SNOMED browser for handheld devices. The new version released in January introduces support for the NHS UK extensions, plus enhancement to its search engine. - January 24, 2013 - Dataline Software