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Gail Silverman Recognized By Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide
Gail Silverman, of Los Angeles, California, 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 Silverman Ms. Silverman has had more than 35 years of healthcare experience. She... - November 29, 2011 - Strathmore Worldwide
UW Prosthetic Sensing Array Gives “Feeling” to Artificial Limbs
The Fringing Field Sensor Array (FFSA) is a collection of high-resolution pressure sensors that can accurately measure sheer stress, pressure, and other characteristics at the limb-prosthetic interface. - November 28, 2011 - SEAL
GenWay Biotech Launches Cardiovascular Diagnostic Blood Test at American Heart Association Scientific Sessions 2011 First Multiple Biomarker Test to Predict Near Term MI
FirstMark, the diagnostic division of GenWay Biotech, Inc., today announced study results and the commercial launch of PREventTM. FirstMark PREvent is the first multiple biomarker test that accurately predicts near term (approximately 2-3 years) risk of myocardial infarction for suspected or confirmed coronary artery disease (CAD) patients. FirstMark PREvent is now available and will be targeted to primary care physicians and cardiologists. - November 24, 2011 - GenWay Biotech
Thousands of Texas Medicaid Recipients with Disabilities to Lose Access to Care
Medicaid recipients in Texas, including more than 510,000 people with disabilities, are set to lose access to care if the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) implements proposed rate cuts for therapy services. The HHSC has proposed an across the board average cut to therapy services... - November 24, 2011 - Coalition of Texans with Disabilities
Collection Agency Pledges to Collect Health Care Debts with Dignity and Respect
"By committing to the ACA Statement of Principles, we hold ourselves out as an example of professionalism and assure our health care clients that their accounts will be collected in a socially sensitive manner. Our company has always been respectful of health care providers' needs, and with the Statement of Principles we have a new tool for communicating that respect to our clients," said Rash. - November 24, 2011 - Financial Control Services
myHealthbox for Android Free Until the End of 2011
To promote the month of the safe and informed use of medicinal products, myHealthbox offers the free download of its Android application until the end of 2011. - November 24, 2011 - myHealthbox
Russell D. Deidiker Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Russell D. Deidiker, of Farmington, Missouri, has recently been recognized as a Lifetime VIP Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Healthcare. About Russell D. Deidiker Dr. Russell D. Deidiker is Chief of Pathology at... - November 22, 2011 - Strathmore Who's Who
MD-IT Associate Partner Transcription Unlimited to Bring Narrative Note EMR to Clients
Medical documentation software and service provider MD-IT announced today that Transcription Unlimited of Independence, MO, has signed on as an associate partner, allowing them to offer the MD-IT Platform and EMR to their physician clients. - November 20, 2011 - MD-IT
Uniform Advantage Announces Black Friday Facebook “Like Us” Promotion
Uniform Advantage has announced that it will be holding a Black Friday promotion where the discount is determined by the number of Facebook page “Likes” they have by November 23, 2011 at 3pm EST. For additional information and to participate in the promotion, please visit www.facebook.com/uascrubs. - November 19, 2011 - Uniform Advantage
Logical Images Inc. is Honored in Summer/Fall 2011 Web Health Awards(SM) Competition
Logical Images Inc. was selected as a winner in the 13th annual Web Health Awards(SM) program. This competition, held twice each year (Winter/Spring and Summer/Fall), recognizes the nation’s best digital health resources. VisualDx for Android received a Silver Award in the “Mobile... - November 19, 2011 - Logical Images Inc
Comprehensive Hospice and Palliative Care is Now Medicare A and B Certified
Comprehensive Hospice and Palliative Care (CHPC) is pleased to announce that effective October 5, 2011, CHPC has been granted its’ Medicare A and B licenses. CHPC recently obtained the coveted Community Health Accreditation Program (CHAP) certification. As a “gold standard” in Hospice certifications, the CHAP accreditation confirmed that Comprehensive Hospice and Palliative Care is a solid organization with a strong commitment to serving its patients. - November 18, 2011 - Comprehensive Hospice and Palliative Care
Satori World Medical Appoints Geoffrey Harris to Its Strategic Advisory Board
Harris to provide insight and strategic direction to Satori World Medical - November 18, 2011 - Satori World Medical
Creation Technologies Enhances Design Services Offering
EMS Provider acquires the design, product development and manufacturing group of Quest Product Development Corp. - November 17, 2011 - Creation Technologies
Medical Development Group December 14 Forum: FDA and the 510(k) Process – What to Expect Now and Down the Road
Hear first-hand experiences with the FDA 510(k) process, learn ways to address this complex, yet integral practice to market medical devices in the US, and understand the current reform proposals being considered and debated. Please join them to hear their expert panel address: An overview of the current process; Tips for how to most effectively work with the FDA CDRH; Hot Topics and Proposed Reforms for this process. - November 17, 2011 - Medical Development Group
Daniels Sharpsmart Wins Gold for Sustainability
Recycling Council of Ontario Recognizes Sharpsmart System. - November 17, 2011 - Jennings
NFCA Receives FDA Grant for Gluten in Medications Research
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) award to fund landmark study conducted by the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness (NFCA). - November 16, 2011 - National Foundation for Celiac Awareness
Definitive Homecare Solutions Launches CPR+ Customer Portal
New Customer Portal Provides Information and Insight - November 16, 2011 - Definitive Homecare Solutions
ContinuLink Welcomes Chris Miller as New Area Vice President of Sales
ContinuLink, LLC, a leading provider of home care software in the United States, is happy to welcome Chris Miller as the newest member of its team. Chris will be taking on the role of Area Vice President of Sales. "I am thrilled to be part of the ContinuLink team. The majority of my career... - November 16, 2011 - ContinuLink, LLC
Minor Holiday Mishaps & Illnesses Lead to Urgent Care Patient Boom
Urgent care providers use iTriage application to inform patients of special holiday hours during the upcoming holiday season. - November 16, 2011 - iTriage, LLC
Navtej Kohli MD- An Online Medical Resource Debuts Today
An online medical encyclopaedia, which contains a comprehensive description of common diseases and medical conditions is unveiling today. - November 15, 2011 - Navtej Kohli MD
Source-Omega Advocates Algae Oil for Diabetics in India, China and the USA in New Publication
Source-Omega, a finished products manufacturer and educational marketing company, announced today their new peer-reviewed publication titled "A Substitute for Fish Oil: Qualifying Algae Oil Omega-3s as a Medical Food," written by Dr Scott D. Doughman, PhD, CEO and Chief Scientific Officer. - November 14, 2011 - Source-Omega
Clinicial Trial Success Brings Researchers Closer to a Cure for Blindness
Gene Therapy Restored Sight to Patients with Leber's Congenital Amaurosis. - November 14, 2011 - Macula Vision Research Foundation
Kidney Transplantation Can Improve Quality of Life for ESRD Patients
Hosted by the Hamilton Chapter of the Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) Foundation of Canada, Dr. Russell, MD, FCRP, will review the historical development of transplantation, how it works, and the benefits in terms of quality of life and longevity. - November 14, 2011 - Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada
EHR Vendors Integrate with SpectraMD’s Meaningful Use Meter™
The SaaS program provides solutions to facilitate and track Meaningful Use compliance among groups of providers. - November 13, 2011 - SpectraMD
MicroAire’s Allegedly Misleading Claims Refuted by Euromi
Euromi S.A. of Belgium stated today its determination to defend itself against recent allegedly misleading claims asserted by MicroAire. - November 12, 2011 - Medical Alliance Services
HIG Capital Acquires Matrixx Initiatives, Inc.
HIG Capital, LLC announced the acquisition of Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. by Wonder Holdings, Inc. and Wonder Holdings Acquisition Corp., both affiliates of HIG Capital formed for the purpose of acquiring Matrixx. - November 12, 2011 - H.I.G. Capital
HIG Capital Sells Ideal Image
After successfully investing in Ideal Image and providing the needed support for the Company to achieve its growth objectives, HIG Capital announces the sale of the Company. - November 11, 2011 - H.I.G. Capital
The Profectum Foundation's Website Was the Key to Networking People All Over the World Who Are Interested in Helping Autistic Individuals
New Web Design.com joins forces with The Profectum Foundation to help children all over the world with autism. - November 10, 2011 - NewWebDesign.com
Announcing the Release of a Novel Tool for the Assessment of Porcine Islet Functionality: the Mercodia Porcine C-peptide ELISA
Mercodia announced the release of their new Porcine C-Peptide ELISA at the recent Cell Transplant Society (CTS) and International Xenotransplantation Association (IXA) meeting in Miami, Florida, October 23-26. This assay provides the type 1 diabetes, and more specifically the islet transplantation,... - November 10, 2011 - Mercodia Inc.
PROMED Announces 3rd Annual International Medical Travel Conference in Costa Rica
The 3rd Annual International Medical Travel Conference will be held on April 23rd-25th 2012. This year's host hotel will be the beautiful five star Inter-Continental Hotel located in Escazu, just outside San Jose, Costa Rica. This Medical Travel Conference in Costa Rica offers an excellent... - November 10, 2011 - Costa Rican Medical Tourism
Urgent Care Center Accreditation
Urgent Care Center Accreditation ensures the provision of quality healthcare and the principles of professionalism. - November 10, 2011 - American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine
H.I.G. Capital Sells Align Networks
H.I.G. Capital, a global private equity firm, announced the sale of its investment in Align Networks, Inc. The transaction adds to the firm’s long standing track record of successful workers’ compensation and healthcare service industry investments. - November 09, 2011 - H.I.G. Capital
Thelma Jones, MD, FACP, Newest Inductee to be Featured in The American Society of Commerce Journal for Her Unique and Multiple Paths to Wellness
Options for Wellness is Dr. Thelma Jones expertise, see how her integrative Medical practices have gained a lot of attention in the Greater New York Area in the American Society of Commerce Journal. - November 09, 2011 - American Society of Commerce
Floyd A. Warren Has Recently Been Recognized as a VIP Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Floyd A. Warren, of New York, New York, has recently been recognized as a VIP member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Healthcare. About Floyd A. Warren Dr. Floyd A. Warren is Chief Neuro-Ophthalmologist at New York... - November 09, 2011 - Strathmore Who's Who
Costa Rican Dental Care is Offering a No-Cost Employee Dental Benefit Plan
During “Open Enrollment,” many companies are cutting back this year on their employee benefits to cut costs. By taking advantage of Costa Rican Dental Care no-cost dental plan option, people save thousands of dollars on major dental work costs by going to Costa Rica. - November 08, 2011 - Costa Rican Medical Care
Join Recovery Network of Programs and Celebrate Recovery with Author and Advocate, Terrie M. Williams
Recovery Network of Programs, a private non-profit behavioral health organization is pleased to announce a visiting guest author, Terrie M. Williams. Terrie M. Williams, one of Ebony magazine's "Power150" for Activism and Woman's Day magazine "50 Women On A Mission To Change The... - November 07, 2011 - Recovery Network of Programs, Inc.
Teresa Brammer Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Teresa Brammer of Clearwater, Florida, has recently been included in Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Healthcare Products and Medical Supplies. About Teresa Brammer Teresa Brammer is the Reimbursement Director at CCS... - November 06, 2011 - Strathmore Who's Who
American Society of Commerce Has Recognized Cherie Lee Traylor, LCSW, of San Diego, California as a Fellow to be Featured in the American Society of Commerce Journal.
The American Society of Commerce Journal is the publication that distinguishes those individuals who contribute in building a better America. Cherry Trayler is a true professional and sets the standards in Psychotherapy. Ms. Cheri Lee Traylor, LMSW, who treats group and individual thearpy at... - November 05, 2011 - American Society of Commerce
Nortec Software Partners in Initiative to Support Health IT in Underserved Communities
Nortec Software Announces Partnership with North Shore Medical Labs, in Collaboration with HHS and AHIMA to Provide EHR Systems and Health IT Training to Providers in Alabama, Mississippi and North Carolina - November 04, 2011 - Nortec Software
Center for Autism and Related Disorders Seeks to Help Montana’s Autism Population with Free Conference for Parents and Caregivers
The Center for Autism and Related Disorders will host a free, one-day autism conference for parents, caregivers, students and practitioners at the University of Montana on November 19. - November 04, 2011 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Sandlot, LLC Named Self-Sustaining HIE Initiative in Recent Report
The clinical health information technology company is a sustainable HIE initiative according to a new eHealth Initiative report. - November 04, 2011 - North Texas Specialty Physicians
Enabledoc EHR Achieves ONC-ATCB 2011/2012 EHR Certification from ICSA Labs
Enabledoc EHR has achieved 2011/2012 Complete EHR ONC-ATCB Certification, which designates that the software is capable of supporting providers with Stage 1 meaningful use measures required to qualify for funding under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). - November 04, 2011 - Enabledoc
CareSouth Health System Acquires Family Care Inc of Virginia
CareSouth Health System Inc., the largest privately held home health services provider in Georgia, announced today that it has purchased Family Care, Incorporated of Virginia. The company is a Medicare certified provider of home health and personal care services with locations in Richmond and... - November 03, 2011 - CareSouth Health System, Inc.
MResult Corporation to Sponsor 2nd Annual Life Sciences West Coast Compliance Congress
MResult Corporation is proud to announce its sponsorship of the upcoming 2nd Annual Life Sciences West Coast Compliance Congress hosted by CBI in San Francisco, California. At the event, MResult representatives will be showcasing the firm’s Aggregate Spend Solution application. This... - November 03, 2011 - MResult Corporation
YouCaring.com Raises Hopes of Liver Transplant Dad
YouCaring.com aides family in raising money for Liver Transplant Dad - November 03, 2011 - YouCaring.com
New Incentive Approach Drives Near-Term Cost Savings and Engagement
Trifecta™ Methodology Delivers Mix of Immediate, Intermediate and Long-Term Results. - November 03, 2011 - IncentOne
New Dawn for MedPAGES, as Leading UK Web Publisher Buys Ireland’s Fastest Growing Health Portal
Intuition Communication, a leading UK web publisher in the healthcare sector has taken 100% ownership of Medpages, Ireland’s health information site. Intuition has acquired Medpages from Blue Dot Ltd and will operate the site from the UK through its representatives in Ireland. Mepages... - November 03, 2011 - Intuition Communication
Uniform Advantage Announces First Ever Contest to Win an iPad2
Uniform Advantage is holding its first contest, in which medical professionals will compete to win a brand new iPad2. Voting will take place on the company’s website from November 29th to December 27th, and winners will be announced on December 28, 2011. The contestant with the most votes will be the grand prize winner of an iPad2. For more information about the contest and for complete rules and regulations, please visit www.UniformAdvantage.com/Contest. - November 02, 2011 - Uniform Advantage
San Francisco Clinical Affairs Consulting Firm Rebrands as The Jon Block Group: Expanded Team, Enhanced Capabilities
Jon E. Block, Ph.D., Inc., an internationally recognized clinical affairs consulting firm based in San Francisco announced today it has rebranded as The Jon Block Group (www.JonBlockGroup.com). The Jon Block Group serves many of the world’s top medical device firms, providing senior-level... - November 02, 2011 - Jon Block Group
VersaSuite is the First Company to Achieve the CCHIT® Women's Health Certification
VersaSuite Extends Its Spectrum of CCHIT Certifications - November 01, 2011 - VersaSuite