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FerrAlert™ Detectors Selected to Work Alongside Philips MRI Trailers in Afghanistan
Kopp Development Inc., the world leading manufacturer of Ferromagnetic Detectors for MRI Safety, is honored to announce that their detectors were selected for use in the mobile Philips MRIs headed to Afghanistan. They are said to be the first MRI units shipped by the U.S. to a combat theater. - October 06, 2011 - Kopp Development Inc.
The 4th Annual WMT&GHC Announces the Gold Coast Medical Tourism Association as a Bronze Sponsor
The 4th Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress is pleased to announce the Gold Coast Medical Tourism Association as a bronze sponsor at the conference held in Chicago on October 25-28th, 2011. - October 06, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
First Online Job Fair for Graduate Level Scientists Opens
Over 500 Life Scientists Registered The Virtual Job Summit hosted by Bio Careers (www.biocareers.com) opened today with more than 500 graduate level life scientists registered for the event. All of the recruits hold degrees from Medical/Graduate Schools ranked among the top 15%. At the Summit,... - October 05, 2011 - Bio Careers
Media Alert-Inaugural NW HIMSS Technology Conference
With the theme of “Connected Communities of Care,” the conference’s goal is to educate attendees to learn how technology is advancing the healthcare reform movement toward accountability across the public, private, provider, payer, and patient communities. - October 05, 2011 - NW HIMSS Chapter
The 4th annual WMT&GHC Announces the Chicagoland Foreign Investment Group as a Bronze Sponsor
The 4th Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress is pleased to announce the Chicagoland Foreign Investment Group as a bronze sponsor at the conference held in Chicago on October 25-28th, 2011. - October 05, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
Medical Laboratory Services, Medical Group, Inc. Awarded CAP Accreditation
The accreditation Committee of the college of American Pathologist (CAP) awarded accreditation to Medical Laboratory Services Medical Group, Murrieta, California, based on the results of a recent on-site inspection. - October 04, 2011 - Medical Laboratory Services
MD-IT Announces MTSO Associate Partnership with InHealth CDS of Atlanta
MD-IT embarks on a new MTSO Associate partnership with clinical documentation provider InHealth, based in Atlanta, Georgia, to provide the MD-IT technology to InHealth’s large network of physician practices. - October 04, 2011 - MD-IT
South Nassau Communities Hospital's Emergency Blood Drive
To schedule an appointment to donate blood, call South Nassau’s Human Resources Department at (516) 632-4080. For medical questions concerning blood donations call 1-800-688-0900. - October 02, 2011 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Integrated Medical Solutions Chooses Healthaxis for End-to-End Benefits Administration
Healthaxis, a leading healthcare IT solutions provider, is working with Integrated Medical Solutions to provide benefits administration software and services solution for IMS's healthcare networks which provide comprehensive medical services for patients housed in correctional facilities. - October 02, 2011 - Healthaxis
Capita Announces Details of Its 2nd Electronic Health Records Conference – Thursday 8th December 2011, Central London
Capita’s 2nd Electronic Health Records Conference is taking place on Thursday 8th December 2011 in Central London Chair: Stephen Elgar, Information Governance Manager, London Programme for IT, NHS London Speakers include: Dawn Monaghan, Group Manager, Public Services Strategic Liaison,... - October 02, 2011 - Capita Conferences
WIAAP Supports Concussion Legislation: Assembly Bill 259 Would Protect Child and Adolescent Athletes
The number of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs, or “concussions”) in youth athletes is on the rise and in the news. Complete and accurate education on prevention and identification of concussions is critical information for coaches, athletes, parents and guardians in order to best protect the athletes’ short- and long-term health. - October 01, 2011 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
NiteTimeToys.com Announces Second Annual "Spreading Good Vibes" Breast Cancer Awareness Fundraiser
Online sexual health retailer, NiteTimeToys.com to donate 10% of proceeds beginning today and throughout the month of October to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation, while offering a 10% discount and free gift to customers. - September 30, 2011 - NiteTimeToys.com
Medical Informatics Engineering (MIE) Selected as NJ-HITEC EHR Vendor
Medical Informatics Engineering (MIE), a web-based, minimally invasive™ electronic health record (EHR) provider, was recently selected as a participating vendor by NJ-HITEC, the Regional Extension Center (REC) for New Jersey. As a participating vendor, MIE’s WebChart EHR will help... - September 30, 2011 - Medical Informatics Engineering
Avant Healthcare Professionals Will be Exhibiting at the 2011 National Association for Home Care & Hospice 30th Annual Meeting & Exposition
Avant Healthcare Professionals will be exhibiting at the 2011 National Association for Home Care & Hospice 30th Annual Meeting & Exposition will be held in Las Vegas, Nevada. This year’s annual meeting is focused on maximizing opportunity and minimizing risk. This reflects the opportunities for home care and hospice to reshape the health care system as it prepares to receive the 78 million-strong baby boom generation. - September 30, 2011 - Avant Healthcare Professionals
Yoritex Inc. Successfully Completes Comprehensive Testing of Its Medical Network HUB® Prototype
Yoritex Inc., developer of the first medical diagnostics accessories for BlackBerry® smartphones, today announced the successful conclusion of its Medical Network HUB® prototype testing. Having successfully completed comprehensive hardware and software testing, Yoritex Inc. will commence manufacture of a pilot batch of Medical Network HUB® in October that accelerates development of its medical plug-in units line. - September 30, 2011 - Yoritex Inc.
Entegration, Inc. Announces New Client Reproductive Medicine Associates of New York
Entegration, Inc. (Entegration) is pleased to announce that Reproductive Medicine Associates of New York (RMA of New York) has signed on as a new client. RMA of New York is a full-service fertility center specializing in in vitro fertilization (IVF) since 2001. Entegration will provide IT services... - September 29, 2011 - Entegration, Inc
New Book on Market: Caregiving Simplified/Navigating the Medical Insurance Maze/ Best Healthcare Product Guide by Laurin Grey Available at Amazon.com
New Book on the Market - "Caregiving Simplified" by Laurin Grey is available at Amazon.com. This informative guide includes valuable websites and phone numbers, explains the medical insurance maze in simple terms, and will assist you when making educated choices regarding your healthcare coverage. The Best Product Guide will save time and money, and will insure the best care possible. - September 29, 2011 - Laurin Grey/Author
The 4th Annual WMT&GHC Announces Korea Health Industry Development Institute (KHIDI) and Korea International Medical Association (KIMA) as a Silver Sponsor
The 4th Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress is pleased to announce Korea Health Industry Development Institute (KHIDI) and Korea International Medical Association (KIMA) as a Silver Sponsor at the conference held on October 25-28, 2011. - September 29, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
Education Campaign Launched to Enhance Patient Care
APIC and AHE partner on “Clean Spaces, Healthy Patients” initiative. The Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) and the Association for the Healthcare Environment (AHE) are partnering to strengthen the relationship between infection prevention (IP) and environmental services (EVS) to improve patient outcomes and reduce infections. - September 29, 2011 - AHE
TTC Survey Reports on Latin American Physicians’ Attitudes Toward Clinical Trials
Medical Innovation is ranked a Top Motivator for Participating in Clinical Trials by Investigators from Latin America and the US - September 29, 2011 - TTC LLC
AHE and Kimberly-Clark Professional* Launch “The Heart of Healthcare” Campaign to Honor the Environmental Services Department
The Association for the Healthcare Environment (AHE), of the American Hospital Association (AHA), today announced that it has partnered with Kimberly-Clark Professional* to launch “The Heart of Healthcare”: a new, educational campaign designed to recognize and elevate the critical role... - September 28, 2011 - AHE
DesiDieter is Joining the Global Campaign to Spread Awareness Regarding Heart Health and Lifestyle Modifications
In lieu of World Heart Day on 29th September, 2011; DesiDieter acknowledges the importance of Heart Health: Care Begins at Home. - September 28, 2011 - DesiDieter
Dr. Nancy Donaldson, CALNOC Chairperson and Senior Scientist, Receives the 2011 Excellence in Leadership Award from Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis
CALNOC (Collaborative Alliance for Nursing Outcomes), the leading provider of actionable information and research on nurse sensitive quality indicators, today announced that Dr. Nancy Donaldson, DNSc, RN, FAAN has been awarded the 2011 Excellence in Leadership Award from the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis. Dr. Donaldson is Chairperson and Chief Scientist for CALNOC and is an internationally recognized leader in nursing quality measurement and clinical patient safety. - September 27, 2011 - CALNOC
MedicalTourism.com Launches New Language Translations in Spanish and Arabic for International Patients
MedicalTourism.com is the leading internet site rated by Google for Medical Tourism information. The Medical Tourism Association™ has the opportunity to launch a fresh look to the site with more information and user-friendly access for MTA members. - September 27, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
US Patent Granted for the WELLEX™ Interspinous Technology
A Key US Patent for the Treatment of Spinal Stenosis - September 26, 2011 - Eden Spine, LLC
HealthSaaS Expands Strategic Alliance with BioSign Technologies to Include the Cloud Dx Solution and Non-Invasive Blood Glucose Measurements
HealthSaaS, Inc. has announced an expansion of their strategic alliance with BioSign Technologies Inc. (TSXV: BIO). Today’s announcement adds the Cloud Dx solution and non-invasive blood glucose measurements to the HealthSaaS Connected Outcomes Framework®. Frank Ille, CEO, HealthSaaS... - September 26, 2011 - HealthSaaS, Inc
Tampa Internet Marketing Firm, Bayshore Solutions Launches Custom Website for Advanced Healthcare Partners Healthcare Management and Consulting
Bayshore Solutions creates new functionality and web presence for Advanced Healthcare Partners. - September 25, 2011 - Bayshore Solutions
Medical Development Group Announces the Celebration of Its 10 Year Anniversary - A Retrospective on the Medical Device Industry
The Medical Development Group announces its Wednesday, October 5, 2011 Forum entitled “Celebrating the 10 Year Anniversary of MDG - A Retrospective on The Medical Device Industry and What Can Be Expected in The Next Ten Years.” MDG is celebrating its tenth anniversary this year. The... - September 25, 2011 - Medical Development Group
Satori World Medical’s Chief Medical Officer to Discuss the Opportunities and Challenges in Conducting International Business
Satori World Medical, a leader in medical travel, will be participating in a round table of companies that are doing international business hosted by The Daily Transcript, San Diego’s #1 source for daily business news, data and information. Satori World Medical’s Chief Medical Officer,... - September 24, 2011 - Satori World Medical
Eminent Spine Shares FDA Audit Results
Eminent Spine is pleased to release the results of an unscheduled FDA audit performed between February 28-March 4, 2011. - September 23, 2011 - Eminent Spine
Paul Logan, CRNP, President of Logan Solutions, Was Interviewed for an Article in Today's Technology Review
Paul Logan, CRNP, President of Logan Solutions, was interviewed for an article titled "Technology Listens as Doctors Keep Talking: How Speech Recognition Software is Changing So Doctors Don't Have To" in the September 22 issue of Technology Review. The article discusses the value of... - September 23, 2011 - Logan Solutions
MYCO Medical CEO Addresses Healthcare Supplier Diversity Forum
Sam Kumar urges MBEs to focus on more than just diversity. - September 23, 2011 - Myco Medical
CareSouth Homecare Professionals Names Bryant Stamps Regional Vice President of Business Development
Bryant Stamps has been named Regional Vice President of Business Development for CareSouth Homecare Professionals' Georgia and Alabama locations. - September 22, 2011 - CareSouth Health System, Inc.
Alliance Hand and Physical Therapy Opens Its Newest Clinic in Wayne, New Jersey
With a team of fully trained, vastly experienced and certified staff, Alliance Hand and Physical Therapy’s Wayne clinic specializes in dynamic physical therapy, occupational therapy, hand therapy, wellness programs and massage services -- all to help patients, and others, maximize their full potential toward living the healthiest lifestyle possible. In addition, this coming October, Alliance HPT Wayne clinic will open its Aquatic Therapy and Wellness Center featuring its state-of-the-art Pool. - September 22, 2011 - Alliance Hand and Physical Therapy
Satori World Medical’s Commitment to Excellence Begins with Its Quality Assurance Program™
Satori’s Quality Assurance Program™ Includes Medical Quality Advisory Board, an Industry-First - September 22, 2011 - Satori World Medical
Quality Transcription Services Selects MD-IT to Provide Narrative Note EMR to Growing Client Base
MD-IT announces the recent addition of Quality Transcription Services of Kalispell, Montana to its MTSO (Medical Transcription Service Organization) Associate program, enabling their customer base to transition to the industry’s only narrative note EMR. - September 22, 2011 - MD-IT
NY Orthodontist Extends Invisalign Promotion for NYC Area Residents Through the End of the Year
Park Dental Care of Astoria, New York, offers patients in the metro NYC area Invisalign braces at deeply discounted prices through December 31st 2011. - September 21, 2011 - 718Dentist - Park Dental Care
HRC Fertility Launches "Gender Baby" – a Complete, Educational Resource to Assist Couples in Choosing the Sex of Their Baby
The advent of PGD technology and genetic screening allows couples to choose the gender of their baby. - September 21, 2011 - HRC Fertility
Simplee Rolls Out HSA Support, Now Works with 70% of Entire U.S. Health Insurance Market
Free Online Service, Simplee Guarantees Greatest Access to Secure, Comprehensive Personal Health Care Expense Management Tools with New Feature Roll-out and Expanded Coverage - September 21, 2011 - Simplee, Inc.
ChemWare Enters Strategic Alliance with Healthpac Computer Systems to Enhance Billing Processes for Laboratories
ChemWare, one of the largest LIMS companies in the United States specializing in commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) information management software for the forensic toxicology and pain management industry, is entering a strategic alliance with Healthpac Computer Systems to further enhance the... - September 21, 2011 - ChemWare
Cooley’s Anemia Foundation Applauds FDA Committee’s Approval of Oral Chelator
FDA Committe's recommendation to approve oral chelator is huge advance for thalassemia patients. - September 21, 2011 - Cooley's Anemia Foundation
Medical Development Group Announces October 19, 2011 Networking Event – "SBIR - What You Should Know, and Opportunities Within the Process"
The Medical Development Group announces its Wednesday, October 19, 2011 Networking event entitled “SBIR - What you should know, and opportunities within the process.” Join them for a robust examination of the Small Business Innovation Research (or SBIR) program. Speaker Lawrence S. Nannis, C.P.A. has more than 40 years of experience serving small, privately-held businesses and their principals. Larry will give an overview of the SBIR process and answer questions. - September 20, 2011 - Medical Development Group
Bio-Synthesis Adds New Division Dedicated to Custom Expression of Proteins in Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells
In response to increased demand for custom molecular and cell biology products and services, Bio-Synthesis Inc, a U.S-based biotech company, is announcing a major expansion. During the summer of 2011, BSI created a dedicated molecular lab in its 25,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility in Dallas,... - September 19, 2011 - Bio-Synthesis Inc.
Spotlight Shines on Invisible Disabilities Champions at Annual Honors Banquet on 10/02/11 - Including Keynote Speaker Luis Carlos Montalván and His Service Dog Tuesday
Invisible Disabilities Association will be honoring the following: National Organization of Rare Disorders (NORD); Dave Dias; Kevin Custer; David Sandusky; Kent Thiry of Davita; Association of Hole in the Wall Camps; Theresa Marchetta of KMGH; Cancer Treatment Centers of America; Margaret A Ferrante MD; David Martz MD of ILADS and Jane Brown. Keynote Speaker will be Luis Carlos Montalván and Tuesday; MC will be Rick Crandall KEZW. Special Guest will be NSA Hall of Fame Speaker Karyn Buxman, RN. - September 19, 2011 - Invisible Disabilities Association
Avant Healthcare Professionals Will be Exhibiting at the AHCA/NCAL 62nd Annual Convention and Expo
Avant Healthcare Professionals will be exhibiting at the AHCA/NCAL 62nd Annual Convention and Expo on September 19, 20 and 21st at the Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas, NV. - September 19, 2011 - Avant Healthcare Professionals
"Homogenized Milk and Atherosclerosis" - Sunflower Publishing (Sweden) Publishes Bestseller in eBook Format
Researcher Nicholas Sampsidis, protege of cardiologist Kurt A. Oster, M.D. and Fairfield University professor Donald J. Ross, Ph.D., concludes in two, new eBook titles that chronic illnesses may be prevented and even reversed by regulating two, key enzymes at the center of inflammation. - September 19, 2011 - Sunflower Publishing Company
OmniMD™ Entered Value Added Partnership with Medical Dictate
OmniMD™ and Medical Dictate sign an agreement for value added partnership, this will help both companies to expand business opportunities. - September 18, 2011 - OmniMD
New Title in RadCases Series Helps Students Diagnose Genitourinary Diseases
Thieme is proud to announce the publication of Genitourinary Imaging by Shailendra Chopra, MD, part of Thieme’s RadCases series. Containing nearly 400 high-resolution radiographs demonstrating 250 basic to advanced cases seen in daily practice, Genitourinary Imaging will give readers the... - September 18, 2011 - Thieme Publishers
New Title from Leading Vascular Surgeons Focuses on the Basics of Aneurysm Surgery
“Intracranial Aneurysm Surgery: Basic Principles and Techniques,” recently published by Thieme, is a highly approachable and user-friendly reference that takes a step-by-step approach to explaining the techniques of aneurysm surgery. Its straightforward format makes it appealing to all... - September 18, 2011 - Thieme Publishers
The 4th Annual WMT&GHC Announces the Tourism Authority of Thailand as a Silver Sponsor
The 4th Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress is pleased to announce the Tourism Authority of Thailand as a silver sponsor at the conference held in Chicago on October 25-28th, 2011. - September 17, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™