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On Your Way to the ER? There’s an App for That.
Northwest Florida residents can now use the free app to notify Fort Walton Beach Medical Center and its affiliate Destin Emergency Care Center about specific healthcare needs before arrival. - February 22, 2012 - iTriage, LLC
Autism Therapy Center Provides Needed Services to North Texas Families
Autism Therapies LLC, the premier provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services for families of children with autism and other developmental disorders, today announces the opening of its Southlake location, which will begin offering services March 1. - February 21, 2012 - Autism Therapies LLC
Montlick & Associates, Georgia Personal Injury Attorneys is Founding Sponsor of New National Anti-Bullying Organization and Kids' Club
Montlick & Associates, Georgia Personal Injury Attorneys, is Founding Sponsor of a new National Anti-Bullying Organization and Kids Club, in partnership with Children Without a Voice USA. The A4K, Ambassadors for Kids Club is a non-profit youth organization dedicated to keeping America's children safe. Membership is free to any child that joins the club and takes the pledge. The A4K Club teaches kids to use their voices to stand up and speak out when they see another child being bullied. - February 20, 2012 - Montlick & Associates, Attorneys at Law
Medical Development Group Announces March 14th "Nothing But Networking" Event at the British Beer Company
The Medical Development Group announces its Wednesday, March 14, 2012 “Nothing But Networking” event at a special location – the British Beer Company on Route 9 in Framingham, across from Ken’s Steak House. Attendees have the opportunity to submit discussion points or their... - February 19, 2012 - Medical Development Group
Auburn Community Health Clinic Now Offers Mobile Appointment Setting
Patients can quickly request appointments, look up symptoms and access medical information online and from their smartphones. - February 19, 2012 - iTriage, LLC
EON Systems Presents a New Webinar "A Survival Guide to Practice Management and EHR Software"
A free public service webinar, entitled "A Survival Guide to Practice Management and EHR Software" is now available to healthcare practitioners to teach them how to choose the software that will best suit their practice. - February 17, 2012 - EON Systems, Inc.
VersaSuite Earns the Prestigious CCHIT Inpatient EHR Certification
VersaSuite 8.0 is one of just a handful of products on the market to have earned the CCHIT Inpatient EHR certification. With the CCHIT Inpatient EHR certification, VersaSuite 8.0 has earned more combined CCHIT 2011 ambulatory and inpatient EHR certifications than any other EHR or HIS product on the market - February 16, 2012 - VersaSuite
Mike Koehler, Senior Executive, Risk Healthcare Consulting Services, Crowe Horwath LLP to Speak at KC’s Healthcare ICD-10: Understanding the New System Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that Mike Koehler, Senior Executive, Risk Healthcare Consulting Services, Crowe Horwath LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled:... - February 16, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Biomedica Immunoassays Appoints ALPCO Diagnostics as Its Exclusive Distributor in Canada
ALPCO Diagnostics was recently appointed as Biomedica Immunoassays' exclusive distributor in Canada. - February 15, 2012 - ALPCO
MedicalTranscription.com Contracts with KC Web Media for New Website Rebuild
KC Web Media has been selected to perform the website rebuild for MedicalTranscription.com, a site that assists medical transcriptionists and services in procuring jobs from physicians, hospitals, medical publishers and other entities that engage in medical documentation. Cole Turner, principal at... - February 15, 2012 - MedicalTranscription.com Inc.
Doctors Express – Pikesville Introduces Mobile Appointment Setting with iTriage
Smartphone app lets patients conveniently schedule appointments, look up symptoms and access medical information on the go. - February 15, 2012 - iTriage, LLC
Thieme Launches Major New Monthly Publication: "Journal of Neurological Surgery"
Thieme is pleased to announce the publication of the first issue of “Journal of Neurological Surgery” (JNLS), a key new monthly publication for those working in neurosurgery, skull base surgery and related disciplines. The first major neurosurgery journal with a truly international and... - February 12, 2012 - Thieme Publishers
Videos and Republish Function Now Available on “Thieme Dissector”
Thieme is proud to announce two major updates to the “Thieme Dissector”: a wealth of videos and a re-publish function allowing for ad-hoc updates of already customized Dissection Guides. “Thieme Dissector” now contains more than 100 high-resolution dissection videos for all... - February 10, 2012 - Thieme Publishers
Dr. Mark Galland Discusses Concussion Treatment and Prevention on NBC 17’s My Carolina Today
Local Orthopaedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine Specialist Appears on Popular Triangle Show to Educate Athletes and Parents - February 10, 2012 - Dr. Galland
New Edition of Duus’ "Topical Diagnosis in Neurology" Highlights Full-Color Anatomy and Cutting-Edge Science
“Topical Diagnosis in Neurology, Fifth Edition,” recently published by Thieme, has a new, expanded format that provides a clear, integrated presentation of anatomy, function, and disorders of the central nervous system and serves as a quick reference for practitioners and trainees alike. - February 09, 2012 - Thieme Publishers
A Unique New Text Brings Together History, Surgical Anatomy, and Operative Techniques for Craniomaxillofacial Buttresses
“Craniomaxillofacial Buttresses: Anatomy and Operative Repair,” just published by Thieme, endorses surgical anatomy as a basis for operative intervention. Buttresses are the basis for reduction and repair of craniomaxillofacial fractures and are essential for determining the optimal... - February 09, 2012 - Thieme Publishers
Waiting Room Solutions Announces Dr. Jin Lim Selects WRS Otolaryngology Web Based EMR for His Two New ENT Practices
Dr. Jin Lim, founder of Ear Nose and Throat Associates located in Virginia, selects Waiting Room Solutions’ web based cloud ENT EMR in order to automate his entire practice’s clinical and business functions. - February 09, 2012 - WRS Health
Seminars from The Strategic Chiropractor Teach California DC's How to Master the Art of Chiropractic Billing, Coding & Documentation
In February and April 2012, California chiropractors will have four opportunities to learn strategies to improve their chiropractic billing, coding and documentation so that they can get paid for the work they do and minimize their risk of healthcare audits. - February 08, 2012 - The Strategic Chiropractor
Healthaxis Expands Infrastructure to Support Growth and Improve Performance for Claims Processing
Healthaxis announced today that it is implementing major changes to its ASP hardware infrastructure that will further enhance its ASP Healthcare Benefits Platform, and significantly improve performance in claims processing and payer administration. - February 08, 2012 - Healthaxis
Allscripts’ Diane Adams to Speak at Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce Feb. 9
Executive Vice President of Culture and Talent at Local Healthcare Software Firm to Discuss “Keeping Team Members Engaged” - February 08, 2012 - Allscripts
Massage Therapist Arturo Sanchez Helps His Patients Overcome Chronic Pain from Injuries and Offers 30 Minute Assessment to New Patients
Arturo Sanchez incorporates an effective muscle release and soft tissue immobilization to attack the painful areas with his unique approach helping many athletes and patients to achieve a pain-free life. - February 07, 2012 - Sports Massage Extreme
Best Price Healthcare Launched
New Healthcare Site to Provide Patients with the Ability to Find Quality Care at the Best Price Best Price Healthcare today announced the launch of its website dedicated to helping patients find quality care at the best price and helping healthcare providers cost-effectively attract more patients. - February 07, 2012 - Best Price Healthcare
viaLanguage Signs National Purchase Agreement with the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association
The leading provider of healthcare translations signed a national purchase agreement allowing The Blues direct access to high-quality, written translation and localization services - February 06, 2012 - viaLanguage
Sarasota Memorial Hospital Offers New Test to Help Doctors Identify, Treat Early Stage Parkinson Patients
The new technology, which pairs a new drug and high-tech nuclear brain scan, is the first and only FDA-approved test that helps differentiate Parkinson from Essential Tremor Syndromes. - February 05, 2012 - Sarasota Memorial Health Care System
90,000 Reasons Why Highland Park Medical Selected CureMD for Meaningful Use
CureMD proudly announced today that its client Highland Park Medical received incentive payments for Stage 1 Meaningful Use from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Highland Park Medical received $90,000 after attesting for 5 providers, having satisfied 90 continuous days of... - February 04, 2012 - CureMD Healthcare
Teen Volunteers Create Gifts for Samaritan Patients and Families
Creating Cherished Moments with Gifts of Love - February 04, 2012 - Samaritan Healthcare & Hospice
Waiting Room Solutions Receives the 2011 Surescripts White Coat of Quality Award
Waiting Room Solutions, a leader in web based EHR and Practice Management software, announced today that they are one of the few complete enterprise EMR systems that was chosen to win the 2011 Surescripts White Coat of Quality Award. - February 04, 2012 - WRS Health
Three-Time Cancer Survivor Reveals Key Prevention, Treatment and Survival Information in Two New Books
The Single Source Cancer Course Volumes 1 and 2 by S. Wilking Horan are Available Beginning This Week at Amazon.com and Other Retailers - February 03, 2012 - The Single Source Cancer Course
Mark F. Weiss, Nationally Known Healthcare Expert, to Deliver Complimentary Webinar for Physician Billing Service Executives on Saving Their Businesses
Mark F. Weiss of Advisory Law Group is delivering a complimentary webinar on February 23, 2012 at 4 p.m. Pacific Time for hospital-based physician billing service executives on the impact of the consolidation of hospital-based physician practices and on what they must do to support their client’s independence if they want their billing businesses to survive. - February 03, 2012 - Advisory Law Group, a Prof. Corp.
CampDoc.com and Markel Insurance Company Join Forces to Reduce Risk for Campers and Staff at Camps
CampDoc LLC, a comprehensive web-based health management system designed specifically for camps, and Markel Insurance Company, a leading insurer of camps, have teamed up to help camps improve safety and provide the best possible care to their campers and staff. CampDoc can help camps reduce risk,... - February 03, 2012 - CampDoc.com
MarketLab, Inc. Introduces Exclusive Therapeutic Interior Design Elements for Today's Wellness-Focused Facilities
The new Ridgeline Series communication-organizers by MarketLab, Inc. contributes to the healing process through its nature-inspired design. Studies have shown a correlation between poor healthcare facility design and the elevated blood pressure, anxiety, and longer hospital stays of patients. With... - February 03, 2012 - MarketLab, Inc.
MarketLab Adds Innovative S-Monovette® Blood Collection System
The most innovative breakthrough in blood collection, the S-Monovette® system, is now available at MarketLab, Inc. This new system offers a safer way to draw blood by reducing needlestick injuries, eliminating the re-use of a contaminated needle holder, and reducing the need for additional... - February 03, 2012 - MarketLab, Inc.
MarketLab, Inc. Expands Its Wide Selection of Tube Racks
MarketLab has expanded its extensive line of tube racks to meet the needs of clinical and laboratory professionals. The new line of tube racks includes the Grab Rack and Grab Rack Plus – silicone gripped racks that prevent tubes from wobbling or rocking in the rack and don’t come... - February 03, 2012 - MarketLab, Inc.
FDA Grants Eden Spine 510(K) Clearance for Its New Vertebral Body Replacement
Eden Spine launches in the United States its proprietary Vertebral Body Replacement (VBR), the GIZA™. - February 02, 2012 - Eden Spine, LLC
The Bright Path Ishayas Announce New Help for Alcohol Addiction
The Bright Path Ishayas were able to offer their teaching and meditation practices to alcohol addiction patients, teaching them to find peace from within instead of turning to liquor. Through the Bright Path, alcohol addicted people are able to find a solution they have never tried before, a series... - February 02, 2012 - The Bright Path Ishayas
Uniform Advantage Introduces Two New Scrub Lines: Strictly Scrubs™ & You, Aye!™
Uniform Advantage recently revealed its two newest lines of scrubs called Strictly Scrubs and You, Aye! For additional information about Strictly Scrubs and You Aye! as well as the different styles and colors offered, please visit www.UniformAdvantage.com. - February 02, 2012 - Uniform Advantage
Medical Development Group Announces March 7th Forum - Orthopedics: New Devices for Every Stage of Life
The Medical Development Group announces its Wednesday, March 7, 2012 Forum entitled “Orthopedics: New Devices for Every Stage of Life.” In the world of "Quality Care," the specialty of orthopedics is a leading contributor to life enrichment. Panelists take an insightful look... - February 02, 2012 - Medical Development Group
New Beach Body Boot Camp Site Provides Top At-Home Boot Camp Workouts, Exercises and DVDs
The Beach Body Boot Camp site offers details on boot camp workouts that can be done as home. Options include P90X, Turbo Jam, Insanity and more. - February 01, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Missouri Man Aims to Stomp Out Testicular Cancer 1 T-Shirt at a Time
With between 7500-8500 new positive diagnosis this year alone, Testicular Cancer is indeed a cause for concern. If caught early enough, there's a 90-100% survival rate. “That's where we come in,” says Pinegar. “We want to get people talking about this and make people realize this isn't taboo. “This is life-or-death serious.” - February 01, 2012 - Testicular Cancer Research Foundation
Pituitary Community Announces Second National Convention
Acromegaly Community is hosting its second annual convention, and announces a premium lineup of speakers. - February 01, 2012 - Acromegaly Community, Inc.
ICD-10-AM/ACHI/ACS eBook Available Again
ICD-10-AM/ACHI/ACS Seventh Edition eBook with the latest errata and Q&A fully consolidated is available again from its New www.HealthGenius.com.au website. - February 01, 2012 - Eurofield Information Solutions LLC
Hyperbaric Options Now Offering Free iPod Touch with Purchase of New Hyperbaric Chamber
Industry leading hyperbarics specialists Hyperbaric Options, LLC have recently announced the introduction of a new special offer. Now, clients who purchase one of the company’s innovative new hyperbaric chamber products will receive a free iPod Touch. This special offer is designed to help... - February 01, 2012 - Hyperbaric Options
Urogynecologist Joins Women & Infants' Staff
Urogynecologist Melissa Huggins, MD, of East Greenwich, has joined the staff of Women & Infants Hospital’s Division of Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery. She sees patients at the Women & Infants Center for Women’s Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery in... - February 01, 2012 - Women & Infants Hospital
eCrypt Technologies Leads the Way in Providing Confidential Communication Options for Helping Professionals and their Clients
eCrypt Technologies became verified by the Online Therapy Institute, as the first step of developing a partnership with the organization, to show support for the Institute’s advocacy of the use of encryption technology, and to gain exposure within the community. Privacy and confidentiality are paramount to the members of OTI and their clients, and encryption is the only technological means of ensuring both. - January 31, 2012 - Online Therapy Institute
Roberto Clemente Health Clinic to Host Health Care Fair
Hundreds of residents who live in the remote communities of southwest Nicaragua will receive free healthcare at the Roberto Clemente Health Clinic’s Annual Health Care Fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, February 4, in Limon 1 Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua. A team of more than 30 medical... - January 31, 2012 - The Roberto Clemente Health Clinic
Expert on Body Transformations, Shawn Phillips, Shares Secrets for Success in Brand-New Online Interview with John Spencer Ellis
Shawn Phillips, recognized as the pioneer of life and body transformations, helps people change their lives and change their bodies. In a brand-new interview on John Spencer Ellis’ video blog, Phillips discusses transformation, mindfulness and strength for life. - January 30, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
New Healthcare Agency Targets Growing Trend of “E-Patients” to Support Doctors
Local medical marketing specialist, Amanda Kanaan, announces the start of WhiteCoat Designs – a specialty agency targeting “e-patients” through social media management, website design and marketing solutions for private practices and healthcare organizations in the Triangle... - January 30, 2012 - WhiteCoat Designs
Virtually Unbreakable Radiation Eyewear Organizer Now Available at Newmatic Medical
Newmatic Medical announces the addition of another exclusive organizational solution for medical professionals – the Radiation Eyewear Organizer. A pair of radiation safety glasses will never go missing again with this MR-safe organizer. The frosted acrylic construction of the organizer... - January 29, 2012 - Newmatic Medical
Newmatic Medical Introduces Exclusive Skin Marker Dispensers
Newmatic Medical has introduced a Three-box and Six-box Skin Marker Dispenser designed just for imaging professionals. The clear acrylic construction provides permanent, visible storage for skin marking systems and makes cleaning with standard bleach solution easy. Neoprene feet ensure a secure,... - January 29, 2012 - Newmatic Medical
Well Care Strategies' TPS™ EMR 7.1 Receives ONC-ATCB Certification by Drummond Group
Well Care Strategies’ TPS™ EMR 7.1 has received the federal government’s “meaningful use” stamp of approval by earning Complete Ambulatory EHR certification. The designation officially deems the software capable of enabling providers to qualify for funding under the... - January 28, 2012 - Well Care Strategies