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Rabbit Healthcare Systems Selected by Louisiana Oncology Associates
"We chose Rabbit because it is oncology-specific, its ease of use, and reputation. Rabbit has a great track record for transitioning medical practices from paper to electronic health records, and this was a big factor in our decision making process. We’re looking forward to a smooth transition this Summer!” - Nancy Lormand, Practice Manager, Louisiana Oncology Associates, Lafayette, LA - May 18, 2010 - Rabbit Healthcare Systems
VIRUN® to Premiere OmegaH2O® Through WEDAR at CPhI and HI/NI in Shanghai, China
Virun to premiere water soluble and shelf stable OmegaH2O® in China through WEDAR Biotechnology Co. Ltd. OmegaH2O® is patents pending. - May 18, 2010 - VIRUN
Affiliated Physicians Announces Free Seasonal Flu Planning Webinar
Due to an overwhelming response, Affiliated Physicians a national corporate healthcare service provider, will be offering it’s free Webinar again on June 9th, 2010. The Webinar will discuss what we learned from H1N1 and the 2009 flu season, as well as planning for the 2010 flu season. The Webinar will be held on Wednesday, June 9th, 2010 at 2pm EST. - May 18, 2010 - Affiliated Physicians
AUCD Connects National Disability and Health Experts with CDC
The Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) is a nonprofit network of university-based interdisciplinary centers and programs working to advance policy and practices for people living with disabilities and their families. - May 18, 2010 - Association of University Centers on Disabilities
Pure One™ Omega-3 Registered with the Vegan Society
Pure One™ DHA supplement manufacturer today announced a license from the Vegan Society for trademark use in the United States, Canada, the European Union, and Australia. The Vegan logo adds to Pure One’s quality offering for vegetarian consumers and vegan retailers, in addition to the benefits of being sourced and Made in the USA and recognized good for pregnant-nursing mothers and infants. - May 17, 2010 - Source-Omega
Suboxone Clinic to Treat Addiction to Pain Killers Like Vicodin, Oxycontin and Heroin, in El Paso, Texas
Many people are addicted to pain killers and are unable to discontinue them because of fear of the severe withdrawal symptoms. Addiction to pain killers destroys lives, marriages, and can lead to serious legal problems. Help is now available in El Paso, Texas, without hospitalization. - May 16, 2010 - Atlantis Health Services
Dr. Goldberg to Give Informative Talk on Neck and Back Pain at CentraState’s Community Family Health Fair
Dr. Grigory Goldberg, a fellow-trained spine surgeon at Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute (AOSMI), Freehold and Monroe townships, N.J., will present “Latest Advances in Back and Neck Care,” a free educational seminar for those experiencing neck and back pain, Sunday, June13 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in CentraState’s medical office at 312 Applegarth Road, Monroe, New Jersey. - May 16, 2010 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Botox Training for Nurses: Elite AMBT Schedules Course in Toronto for Early June
Botox training is important for all nurses employed at aesthetic medical clinics and, this June, Elite AMBT will be providing courses geared toward these medical professionals. With an upcoming trio of dates (set for June 4th, 5th and 6th), Elite aims to give Toronto’s nurses access to comprehensive botox training. - May 15, 2010 - Elite Aesthetic, Medical & Business Training
Botox Training Seminars from Elite AMBT: Coming to Toronto Early This June
Botox training seminars from Elite AMBT are coming to Toronto, Ontario for courses this June 4th, 5th and 6th. Medical teams that wish to improve or expand their botox practices are invited to attend one of the three upcoming seminars. - May 15, 2010 - Elite Aesthetic, Medical & Business Training
Harrison Named Practice Manager at Visiting Physicians Association’s® St. Louis Office
Harrison is responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of the administrative and clinical areas. - May 15, 2010 - Visiting Physicians Association
TeenScreen Social Media Launch is Turning Heads & Making Friends
Columbia University's TeenScreen National Center for Mental Health Checkups launches new site and new integrated social media strategy to engage the medical, education, and patient communities. - May 14, 2010 - Washington Media Group
Take Control of Your Chronic Disease -- Six Weeks to a Healthier Life
Snoqualmie Valley Hospital District teams up with Mt. Si Senior Center to offer a series of free chronic disease self management classes. - May 14, 2010 - Snoqualmie Valley Hospital District
Top Naples Orthopaedic Surgeon Brings Experience to Physicians Regional Healthcare System
Noted Naples orthopedic surgeon Dr. Robert J. Zehr rejoins Physicians Regional Healthcare System - May 14, 2010 - The Zehr Center for Orthopaedics
WorldMed Assist Helps Patients Sort Options for Weight Loss Surgery
Experts in medical tourism, WorldMed Assist's mission is to improve lives by helping patients receive high quality medical treatment abroad at affordable prices. WorldMed Assist coordinates and simplifies every aspect of care and travel. - May 14, 2010 - Worldmedassist, LLC
Introducing SHJ Platinum™ - a More Comprehensive Dog Supplement for Spine, Hip, and Joint Health
SHJ Platinum™ provides a comprehensive approach to a dog’s back, hip, and joint health. It combines 12 active ingredients- more (and at higher levels) than most other major brands on the market. The result is a powder supplement with nearly everything needed to see maximum joint health benefits. The company guarantees it with a 30 day free trial and an additional 60 day money back guarantee. - May 13, 2010 - Cavida Canine Science
LRA Worldwide CEO Rob Rush to Address Assisted Living Conference on “Customer Experience”
Rob Rush, CEO of LRA Worldwide, Inc., has long held the point of view that “customer experience” can be a competitive advantage in any industry. Later this month, he will get the opportunity to bring that message to the Assisted Living Federation of America (ALFA) at the... - May 13, 2010 - LRA Worldwide, Inc.
Todd Swanson Las Vegas Donates Surgeries to Operation Walk Medical Mission
Todd Swanson, Las Vegas (http://www.SwansonHipAndKnee.com), donated his orthopedic skills in joint replacement surgery to the Operation Walk Medical Mission on a trip to Vietnam to perform surgeries for the underprivileged. - May 13, 2010 - Desert Orthopaedic Center
Egyptian Wellness and Medical Tourism Summit Envisions Future Collaboration with the Medical Tourism Association
The conclusion of the Egyptian Wellness and Medical Tourism Summit in Cairo brought a boost to the medical tourism potential. - May 13, 2010 - Medical Tourism Association™
Voicebrook Expands Pathology Team
Taps industry veteran, Rick Levine, to further strengthen its leadership in providing speech recognition solutions for Pathology. - May 12, 2010 - Voicebrook, Inc.
Canidae Pet Foods Supports Amgen Tour of California with Road Bike Raffle to Benefit Pet Cancer Research
To help promote Responsible Pet Ownership and healthy lifestyles, Canidae will conduct a raffle at the Amgen Tour of California to win a Felt F5 Team Bicycle with proceeds to benefit the fight against cancer in pets. - May 12, 2010 - CANIDAE Natural Pet Food Company
GS3 Medical Billing LLC (GS3) to Host a Complimentary HIPPA-HITECH Webinar
Transitioning from the Theoretical to the Practical Since the passage of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) last year with its HITECH overlay on HIPAA, medical practices may never be the same. Many doctors and support staff of smaller medical practices do not know how these laws... - May 12, 2010 - GS3 Medical Billing, LLC
Satori World Medical’s President & CEO, Steven Lash, Named One of Entrepreneur Magazine's Trailblazers and Trendsetters of 2009
Entrepreneur Magazine has recently selected Satori World Medical’s President & CEO, Steven Lash, as one of 20 Trailblazers and Trendsetters of 2009. Last year, Satori World Medical, a global healthcare and service company specializing in the emerging multi-million dollar medical tourism... - May 12, 2010 - Satori World Medical
Visiting Physicians Association® Adds Mary Anne Curtiss, M.D., to Its Cincinnati Office
Dr. Curtiss will serve the Cincinnati office of VPA, which includes southwest Ohio and the greater Cincinnati area. - May 12, 2010 - Visiting Physicians Association
RE/MAX Unlimited Northwest Among Top 3 Contributors to Children Miracle Network CMN
RE/MAX Unlimited Northwest headquartered in Palatine, Il., with offices in Algonquin, Crystal Lake, Lake Zurich and Palatine, recently received dual honors from the RE/MAX Northern Illinois real estate network. - May 11, 2010 - RE/MAX Unlimited Northwest
World of Lupus Research Expands as Florida Joins the Lupus Research Institute's National Coalition
Addition of State of Florida on World Lupus Day 2010 Pumps Extra Strength into Patient’s Voice for Lupus Research - May 11, 2010 - Lupus Research Institute
Nutricap Labs Executive Vice President Named Finalist for 2010 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award
Leader of New York-based vitamin and supplement manufacturing company honored by one of the world’s leading professional services organizations for his vision, courage, and achievements over the past year. Jason Provenzano, Executive Vice President of Nutricap Labs, a New York-based vitamin... - May 10, 2010 - Nutricap Labs
NewProductHelp.com to be at Forefront of Marketing Efforts for SaniCin Invention
Lisa M., an Idaho resident and inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent her SaniCin concept to industry over the next 2 years. A simple yet effective new product designed with the environment in mind, the SaniCin boasts a unique design that... - May 09, 2010 - New Product Help, Inc.
curasan AG: 2009 Fiscal Year Above Expectations
curasan AG, listed in the General Standard of the German Stock Exchange (ISIN: DE 000 549 453 8), was able to achieve an annual surplus of 0.2 million Euro in the fiscal year 2009. The performance per share amounted to 0.03 Euro. “We had originally expected a slight negative performance for... - May 08, 2010 - curasan AG
HealthSaaS, Inc. Releasing Online Vertical Suite of Condition and Disease Specific Personal Health Records (PHR)
HealthSaaS today announced they are releasing an online suite of condition and disease specific Personal Health Record (PHR) services. The first to be released is PainPHR http://www.painPHR.com DiabetesPHR and SportsmedPHR will be available later this year. BreastcancerPHR and ProstatecancerPHR... - May 07, 2010 - HealthSaaS, Inc
South Nassau Names Director of Motility Studies to Detect GERD
Meyer Blumstein, MD, has nearly 25 years experience in internal medicine and gastroenterology and is a specialist in endoscopy, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and inflammatory bowel disease. - May 07, 2010 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Health Tourism Magazine Issue 6 Released by MTA
The Medical Tourism Association officially releases Issue 6 of its leading online Health Tourism Magazine titled, “Healthy Mind, Healthy Body, Healthy Soul.” The issue features original articles such as “Medical Tourism Facilitator Certification - How to Gain Credibility in the... - May 07, 2010 - Medical Tourism Association™
Medical Tourism Gets Holistic Boost
Medical Tourism Association and Former IMTA President Say Goodbye to Concerns Welcoming Joint Collaboration. - May 07, 2010 - Medical Tourism Association™
RayBiotech Announces Biomarker Grant Awardees
RayBiotech, Inc., the Protein Array Pioneer Company, has announced the winners of its Biomarker Discovery Pilot Grant program. In total, 18 award recipients were chosen for grants of up to $20,000 each, redeemable for RayBiotech products and services. "By offering these grants," states Dr. - May 06, 2010 - RayBiotech, Inc
Hospital Curtain Solutions Inc. Opens Midwest Sales Office to Better Serve Area Hospitals, Clinics and Assisted Living Facilities
Hospital Curtain Solutions Inc., a leading provider of online hospital cubicle curtains and curtain track, announced today that they have opened a full-service office in Rochester Hills, MI to better serve clients in the Midwest. Hospital Curtain Solutions chose Southeast Michigan for the new... - May 06, 2010 - Hospital Curtain Solutions, Inc.
Epione Helps Women Achieve Hollywood Glamour with Non-Surgical Cosmetic Procedures
Epione Beverly Hills Reveals Three Non-Surgical Aesthetic Procedures for Enhancing Beauty, Fighting the Aging Process and Maintaining a Youthful, “Close-Up-Ready” Appearance - May 06, 2010 - Epione Medical Corp
Atlanta Technical College Awarded $1 Million Grant for Health Information Technology Program
Atlanta Technical College will receive more than $ 1 million in grant funding as part of the Information Technology Professionals in Health Care: Community College Consortia to Educate Health Information Technology Professionals Cooperative Agreement Program. Through the program, community and technical colleges will provide training in six Health Information Technology (HIT) workforce roles. - May 06, 2010 - Atlanta Technical College
The Self Funding Employer Association Advisory Board Announced
The Self Funding Employer Association (SFEA) Advisory Board has been announced which draws upon the expertise of employers who are leaders in the self funding and self insurance industry. http://www.selffundingassociation.com/advisory.php. The Self Funding Employer Association is the first... - May 06, 2010 - Self Funding Magazine
The Medical Tourism Association Announces the Launch of New and Improved Website
The MTA announces the launch of the Medical Tourism Association website with a new and improved look. The website incorporates a more user friendly system. New features include: -New Members Only Login Page and Social Network -Patient Referral Listings for Members -Valuable Industry Reports,... - May 06, 2010 - Medical Tourism Association™
SkinDNA™ Scientists Uncover the Secrets to Great Skin, Within Your DNA
Today heralds a new era in personalized skin care with the launch of the SkinDNA™ Test – the world’s first comprehensive genetic skin profile test. According to Advanced Dermatology’s Dr Sarah Freilich, "SkinDNA is one of the most exciting, eyebrow-raising developments... - May 05, 2010 - SkinDNA
PR Pro Daniel Kennedy Named to Board of Global Medical Relief Fund
Global Medical Relief Fund, the New York-based org. that aids amputee children from around the world, names international PR pro Daniel Kennedy of New York City to its advisory board. - May 05, 2010 - Daniel Kennedy Communications Services
Desert Valley Urgent Care Helping Smartphone Users Find Facility and Medical Information with New Technology
Local Chandler, Arizona Urgent Care Center is now using iTriage to connect with mobile users. iTriage is a free medical smartphone application that allows users to research symptoms, learn about possible causes and find an appropriate medical provider and treatment facility. - May 05, 2010 - iTriage, LLC
Upcoming Physician Directed Weight Loss Program
American Medical Training now have added weight loss training programs for physicians and medical health professionals. - May 05, 2010 - American Medical Training
Medical Tourism Association Releases Exclusive Video on Healthcare Reform’s Affect on Medical Tourism
The Medical Tourism Association has released an exclusive video of Jonathan Edelheit, CEO of Medical Tourism Association, discussing the Healthcare Reform’s Affect on the Medical Tourism industry. Edelheit addressed the topic at the 1st Global Healthcare & Medical Tourism Conference... - May 05, 2010 - Medical Tourism Association™
Medical Tourism Magazine Launches Healthcare Reform's Affect on Medical Tourism Website Portal
The Medical Tourism Magazine has launched an informational website and center containing updates on Healthcare Reform’s affect on Medical Tourism. The healthcare reform updates will provide the latest information and provisions of the healthcare reform legislation as it pertains to the... - May 05, 2010 - Medical Tourism Association™
Recent Study Reports Long Term Survival Improved Using Brain Monitor - Dementia After Anesthesia Now More Likely Avoidable Claims Goldilocks Anesthesia Foundation
Fewer strokes after anesthesia using brain monitor reported. "Going under anesthesia for surgery without a brain monitor demonstrates a flagrant disregard for the value one’s own brain," says Dr. Barry Friedberg, founder of the non-profit Goldilocks Anesthesia Foundation. "Demanding a brain monitor is a no-brainer." - May 04, 2010 - Goldilocks Anesthesia Foundation
Sunrise Health Deploys the iTriage Smartphone App to Push Out Average ER Wait Times for Mobile Patients
Patients now have greater access to Las Vegas area Sunrise Health facilities and medical information with the iTriage healthcare decision tool. iTriage is a free medical smartphone app that allows users to search symptoms, causes, medical conditions and find providers. - May 03, 2010 - iTriage, LLC
San Jose Hospitals DePloy iTriage App to Offer Residents Greater Medical Access Anywhere, Anytime
Good Samaritan Hospital and Regional Medical Center of San Jose are now using iTriage, a free medical phone app, to help the mobile community search symptoms, causes, medical procedures, and find providers. - May 03, 2010 - iTriage, LLC
Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital Partners with Spine-health.com to Promote Quality Care and Increased Patient Education
As a leader in advanced spine care, Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital’s Regional Spine Center is pleased to announce its recent addition to Spine-health’s Group Marketing Program, a nationally-renowned patient education online resource. - May 02, 2010 - Spine-health LLC
South Nassau Offers All-Natural Approach to Heal, Recover Quickly from Orthopedic Injuries, Surgery
Clinically referred to as “Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy,” PRP is a holistic approach to speed the regeneration and healing of ligament, tendon and muscular injuries, reducing recovery time. - May 02, 2010 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Freeland Systems Launches Subscription SaaS Cardiology PACS
Freeland Systems introduces a cost-effective, full-featured, web based image and reporting solution for cardiology practices. - May 01, 2010 - Freeland Systems