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The Spencer Institute’s Online Mind Body Fitness Certification Program Provides Holistic Training for Healthy Living
Recognizing that the mind and the body work better when they're in harmony, The Spencer Institute now offers an online Mind Body Fitness Coach Certification program for coaches, trainers, yoga instructors and more. The self-paced program offers insight on mind-body training and exercises that can be used to boost and enhance performance. - October 24, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Portland to Host Inaugural NW HIMSS Technology Conference
The Oregon and Washington Chapters of the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) today announced registration is now open for the Inaugural NW HIMSS Technology Conference to take place at the Governor Hotel in Portland, Oregon. - October 23, 2011 - NW HIMSS Chapter
Brevard Heart & Vascular Institute, Dr. Hong Jeong, M.D. Discussing Advanced Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
Upcoming Seminar/Lecture Dates for Dr. Hong Jeong, M.D. - Interventional Cardiologist/Vascular Medicine - October 22, 2011 - Brevard Heart & Vascular Institute
PSU Small Buiness Institute Helping Local Doctors
Plymouth State University just finished a six-month business plan project for WonderDoc software systems - an EHR program designed specifically for chiropractors. - October 22, 2011 - WonderDoc
CAOHC Hearing Testing Course to be Held in Nashville, TN
Workplace INTEGRA, Inc. a Greensboro, NC based company will be holding Hearing Conservation Certification and Recertification courses in Nashville, Tennessee on November 9-11, 2011 at the Hyatt Place Nashville/Opryland. - October 22, 2011 - Workplace INTEGRA
Len Mertz Joins Satori World Medical’s Board of Directors
Mertz to provide strategic input, guidance and policy direction on the continuing development of Satori World Medical. - October 22, 2011 - Satori World Medical
Annette Funicello Celebrates 69th Birthday with Launch of Annetteconnection.com
New Annette Funicello website is officially launched on her 69th birthday on October 22, 2011 - October 21, 2011 - The Annette Funicello Research Fund for Neurological Diseases
AstraQom and DIDX Team at 4GWorld to Share Mobile Healthcare and Publicity Opportunities
AstraQom will share its answer to small healthcare organizations' needs via AstraCare, its mobile and IP-augmented solutions at 4GWorld during the week of October 24-27, 2011. The packages will include a unique compression solution, mobile and wireless VoIP, fax to email and vice versa, data... - October 21, 2011 - AstraQom
Eleven CareSouth Homecare Professionals Agencies Named to 2011 HomeCare Elite
CareSouth Homecare Professionals today announced that 11 of its home health care divisions encompassing 33 locations and three of its managed agencies have been named to the 2011 HomeCare Elite™, a compilation of the top-performing home health agencies in the United States. CareSouth agencies... - October 21, 2011 - CareSouth Health System, Inc.
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association to Host the 16th Annual Veterinary Conference
North Carolina Veterinary Conference to Take Place at Raleigh Convention Center - October 21, 2011 - NCVMA
The 3rd Annual Voluntary Benefits & Limited Medical Conference Announces Beazley Group as a Silver Sponsor
The 3rd Annual Voluntary Benefits & Limited Medical Conference is pleased to announce Beazley Group as a Silver Sponsor at the conference, October 26th-28th in Chicago. - October 21, 2011 - Mini Medical & Limited Medical Plan Conference
The 3rd Annual Voluntary Benefits & Limited Medical Conference Announces Liberty Mutual as a Silver Sponsor
Liberty Mutual is an industry leader in group auto and home voluntary benefits with more than 7000 companies nationwide offering our program. Employees and retirees can enjoy discounts on auto and home insurance at no direct cost to their company and with minimal effort by their HR or Benefits... - October 21, 2011 - Mini Medical & Limited Medical Plan Conference
Definitive Homecare Solutions Completes CPR+ Customer Conference with Record Attendance
Definitive Homecare Solutions, the developers of CPR+ software for HME, home infusion, and specialty pharmacy providers, announced that it completed its eighth annual User Conference with over 500 registered attendees. “We are gratified that our annual conference continues to be so well... - October 20, 2011 - Definitive Homecare Solutions
Biologic Therapies, Inc. Begins Operations with Groundbreaking New Medical Devices
It was announced today that a new medical device company, Biologic Therapies, Inc., has begun operations in Ocala, Florida. - October 20, 2011 - Biologic Therapies, Inc.
Skysoft Inc Awarded $487,000 Contract from the Department of Veterans Affairs
Skysoft Inc. has been awarded a $487,000 contract by Ke'aki Technologies, LLC, as a major subcontractor, to develop a prototype software system for Reducing Health Care Associated Infections Using Informatics – Innovation #291 for the Department of Veterans Affairs. - October 20, 2011 - Skysoft Incorporated
Logan Memorial Hospital Uses Smartphone App to Deliver Healthcare Information to Mobile Consumers
Patients have immediate access to symptoms, diseases and facility information with iTriage. - October 20, 2011 - iTriage, LLC
Polaris to Present on Resilience and Domestic Violence at Upcoming Alternatives 2011 Conference
Polaris Health Directions will present at this year's Alternatives 2011 conference on ways health care professionals can better address domestic violence. - October 20, 2011 - Polaris Health Directions
Marc Chow Named New Executive Director for National Renal Administrators Association
Chow brings nonprofit healthcare and public policy experience to national trade group. - October 20, 2011 - Fernley & Fernley
Patient Safety Advocate Pat Mastors Shares Strategies for Surviving Any Hospital Stay
Pat Mastors was an award-winning television news anchor and medical reporter for two decades before beginning her journey as a patient advocate following the sudden hospitalization of her father in 2005. He died six months later from complications due to a hospital-acquired infection. Now, she wants to help others feel empowered and make informed health care choices by sharing all she's learned. - October 20, 2011 - Pear Health, LLC
Cutting-Edge Technologies Position Cosmetilab.com as Emerging Leader in Dental Lab Services
Using advanced technology to create high-quality dental lab products quickly and at an affordable price is the mission of Cosmetilab.com (http://www.cosmetilab.com), a full-service dental laboratory serving dentists and labs within the United States and around the world. Cosmetilab.com was founded... - October 19, 2011 - Cosmetilab Dental Laboratories
HealthSaaS and Happtique Alliance to Chart New Territory for Patients and Physicians
Today, HealthSaaS, a leader in the Health 2.0 movement, and Happtique, Inc., the leader in application stores for hospitals and other healthcare organizations, announced an alliance to create a custom app catalog of mobile health applications that will connect patients through their mobile phones... - October 19, 2011 - HealthSaaS, Inc
Kansas Death from Listeria Cantaloupe Outbreak Reported. Peterson & Associates, P.C. is Committed to Help Affected Families.
A death from the Listeria outbreak in Cantaloupe has been reported in Kansas. Peterson and Associates, P.C. is dedicated to helping families that have been affected by the Listeria Cantaloupe outbreak. - October 19, 2011 - Peterson & Associates, P.C.
The Corporate Health and Wellness Association Has Released the List of Recipients for the 2011 Leadership Award
The Corporate Health and Wellness Association (CHWA) in conjunction with the Corporate Wellness Magazine (CWM) has released this year’s list of recipients for the Corporate Wellness Leadership Award. This award recognizes leaders in the wellness industry for providing an exemplary program or... - October 19, 2011 - Corporate Wellness Conference
Computime Staff to Present and Demonstrate Electronic Signature Products at the MGMA 2011 Annual Conference in Las Vegas, Nv October 23rd-25th
Exhibit Will Feature Electronic Signature Hardware and Software Demonstrations for Healthcare Professionals. - October 19, 2011 - Computime
The Spencer Institute’s Wellness Coach Certification Program Offers Online Blueprint for Health and Wellness Coaching Business
Taking personal training to the next level, wellness coaches help train individuals and athletes from the inside out. The Spencer Institute now offers online certification for Wellness Coaches interested in furthering their careers. - October 18, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Eminent Spine is Excited to Host an Interactive Cadaver Lab in Miami, FL. Demonstrations to be Led by Steve Courtney, MD and Amar Rajadhyaksha, MD at the M.A.R.C.
Eminent Spine to host an interactive cadaver Lab in Miami, FL at the M.A.R.C. October 22, 2011. Demonstrations to be led by Steve Courtney, MD and Amar Rajadhyaksha, MD. Co-founded in June of 2008, Eminent Spine is proud to display such an extensive product line. - October 18, 2011 - Eminent Spine
The Being Well Center Sponsors 2nd Annual ADHD Awareness Week Expo
The Being Well Center, a world leader in ADD/ADHD diagnosis and treatment, is pleased to join the 2nd Annual ADHD Awareness Week Expo as a Platinum Sponsor. - October 16, 2011 - The Being Well Center
Prostate Cancer Coalitions Emphatically Reject the Proposed “D” Prostate Cancer Recommendation of the U. S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF)
From The National Alliance of State Prostate Cancer Coalitions and The California Prostate Cancer Coalition The National Alliance of State Prostate Cancer Coalitions and the California Prostate Cancer Coalition emphatically reject the proposed “D” Prostate Cancer Recommendation of the... - October 15, 2011 - California Prostate Cancer Coalition
Linking Patients with Community Health Services: New Role for Dr. Tillman as Partners in Care Foundation's First Chief Medical Officer
To improve health outcomes, Partners has appointed Dr. David Tillman to provide oversight for patients transitioning from hospitals to community care services. - October 15, 2011 - Partners in Care Foundation
New Research from marketech360 Showcases Current Trends and Best Practices for Healthcare Exhibitors
Results presented in latest white paper from convention and trade show industry expert helps exhibitors understand the importance of attendee learning and provides important insights that guide future planning for improved performance and results. - October 14, 2011 - marketech360
The 4th Annual WMT&GHC Announces Hospital Almater as a Bronze Sponsor
The 4th Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress is pleased to announce Hospital Almater as a Bronze Sponsor at the conference held on October 25-28, 2011. - October 14, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
New Mitutoyo CRYSTA-Apex®S CMM Offers Enhanced Performance, Improved Economics
Coordinate Measuring Machine brings new levels of performance and economy to the 1.7 µm class of CNC CMMs. - October 13, 2011 - Mitutoyo America Corporation
Sustainable Healthcare Development Converge in Chicagoland in Two Weeks to Discuss Best Practices for the 2nd Annual Healthcare Development Conference
In two weeks, October 26-28th, 2011, global leaders from around the world will convene for and discuss sustainable healthcare and healthcare development issues, trends and best practices in Chicagoland. - October 13, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
The 4th Annual WMT&GHC Announces Porto Alegre Health Care as Gold Sponsor
The 4th Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress is pleased to announce Porto Alegre Health Care as Gold Sponsor at the conference held on October 25-28, 2011. - October 13, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
Employer, Insurers and Agents to Share Best Practices and Importance of Voluntary Benefits at VBA’s 3rd Annual National Voluntary Benefits Conference
In two weeks, October 26-28th, 2011, national private and public sector employers, insurers and agents will converge on the Chicagoland area to collaborate and share best practices and new trends in Voluntary Benefits at the Voluntary Benefits Association’s 3rd annual National Voluntary Benefits Conference. http://www.voluntarybenefitsconference.com - October 13, 2011 - Mini Medical & Limited Medical Plan Conference
Fort Worth-Based Sandlot Announces Partnership with TactusMD Inc.
The two physician-governed companies will partner to provide EHR and HIE services to pediatric practices, hospitals and health plans. - October 13, 2011 - North Texas Specialty Physicians
Top 100 Health Professionals 2011
Dr. Krakovsky has been recognized by the Award Board of the International Biographical Center (IBC) of Cambridge, England as one of only 100 top health professionals in the world. - October 12, 2011 - Penile Cosmetic Ctr.
Q1 Productions Announces Life Science Technology Forum
Strategies and Best Practices in Making the Business Case for Investments in Evolving Technologies from R&D and Workforce Efficiencies to Internal Lifecycle Management through Leveraging Industry Case-Studies and Expert Evaluations. - October 12, 2011 - Q1 Productions
Ameridose Presents Second and Third Quarter Sustainability Results
Ameridose, LLC, nationwide provider of sterile admixing services to hospital pharmacies, is proud to announce strong sustainability results for the second and third quarters of 2011. Recycled materials generated from Ameridose facilities were close to half a million pounds for each quarter, with a... - October 11, 2011 - Ameridose, LLC
The 4th Annual WMT&GHC Announces Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC) as a Bronze Sponsor
The 4th Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress is pleased to announce Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC) as a Bronze Sponsor at the conference held on October 25-28, 2011. - October 11, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
The 4th Annual WMT&GHC Announces AllMedicalTourism.com as a Bronze Sponsor
The 4th Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress is pleased to announce AllMedicalTourism.com as a Bronze Sponsor at the conference held on October 25-28, 2011. - October 11, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
WILEX Inc. and ALPCO Diagnostics Sign Marketing and Distribution Agreement for North America
WILEX AG announces that its wholly owned US subsidiary WILEX Inc., Cambridge, MA, USA, entered into a exclusive co-marketing and distribution agreement with American Laboratory Products Company Inc., (ALPCO Diagnostics) Salem, NH, USA, for the commercialization of the Serum HER-2/neu ELISA test in North America. - October 10, 2011 - ALPCO
Connec-to-Talk Announces Opening of Stamford, CT Office with Special Presentation
“Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT)” lecture to be offered on Thursday, October 20th. - October 10, 2011 - Connec-to-Talk
HealthEdSolutions.com Releases State-Specific Resource Section for ACLS Certification; Texas and Ohio Health Trends Featured
Leading Provider of ACLS Certification Releases Free Online Resources for Texas and Ohio Paramedics and EMTs - October 08, 2011 - Health Education Solutions
Leapdoctor.com Provides Healthcare Employers and Physicians with Innovative Way of Finding a Job
New website designed to help connect healthcare employers to physicians seeking jobs. The company, leapdoctor.com, eliminates the need for a third-party recruiter, or middle man, and directly matches the physician to the healthcare employer based on desired location, specialty, and other criteria. - October 08, 2011 - leapdoctor.com
Medical Scrubs Mall Announces Contest to Win Cash for the Holidays
Medical Scrubs Mall is holding a contest, in which medical professionals will compete to win some extra cash for the holidays. Voting will take place on the company’s website from October 27th to December 1st, and winners will be announced on December 2nd. One contestant with the most votes will be the grand prize winner. For more information about the contest and for complete rules and regulations, please visit www.medicalscrubsmall.com/contest. - October 07, 2011 - Medical Scrubs Mall
Practice Velocity® Urgent Care EMR Adds Client in 49th State
With the addition of Fairlight Medical Center in Williston, North Dakota, Practice Velocity, LLC, now serves the medical software needs of urgent care centers and occupational medicine clinics in 49 states. More than 800 urgent care clinics throughout the United States, with the exception of South Dakota, currently use Practice Velocity’s urgent care solutions to serve the needs of their patients. - October 07, 2011 - Practice Velocity
AMES Health Records Management Services Launches New Software Solution
AMES announced the official launch of TAB FusionRMS software solution for healthcare industry, designed to help healthcare organizations, hospitals and private practices manage all of their records in one consolidated system. - October 07, 2011 - TAB
300 to Participate in Erie, PA Community Walk for Suicide Awareness and Prevention
More than 300 from the Erie region have registered to participate in the 2011 Out Of The Darkness Community Walk, beginning at 1:00pm at the Presque Isle State Park’s Rotary Pavilion on Sunday, October 9, 2011. Family members, friends and colleagues will gather to remember and honor loved... - October 07, 2011 - Stairways Behavioral Health
Yogathon Fundraiser to Bring Awareness to Healthcare Around the World
Ad+World Health is hosting Off The Mat AD+ to the World Yogathon on October 8th through October 9th 2011 at Golden Bridge Yoga Center. This event brings together selfless people who want to add to the world by raising awareness and the funds needed to bring medical relief and healthcare clinics to... - October 07, 2011 - Ad+World Health