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Barack Obama Signs Proclamation Save Your Vision Week 2009 – BiCOM with Glaucoma Eye Test Diaton is Preparing to Help
Barack Obama, President of the United States of America proclaims March 1 through March 7, 2009, as Save Your Vision Week. BiCOM Inc home of Glaucoma Eye Test Diaton – non-contact Glaucoma Eye Test through the Eyelid is prepared to assist with vision screenings. Roman Iospa, CEO of BiCOM comments on Presidents support of glaucoma screenings. Early diagnosis and timely treatment are critical to minimize vision loss from eye diseases. - March 04, 2009 - DevelopAll Inc
End Malaria – Blue Ribbon Mugs - for World Malaria Day 2009
The Malaria Foundation International (MFI) is pleased to introduce the End Malaria – Blue Ribbon Mug in time for World Malaria Day; 25 April 2009. The End Malaria - Blue Ribbon logo is imprinted on the front and back of these beautiful mugs. Limited supplies are available for immediate shipments. - March 03, 2009 - Malaria Foundation International
Baxa Corporation Acquires Florida-Based ForHealth Technologies™
Baxa Corporation, a leading developer of technology for the safe handling, packaging and administration of fluid medications, today announced that it has acquired ForHealth Technologies, Inc., a Florida-based healthcare robotics and software company. The ForHealth acquisition adds IntelliFill i.v.® and IntelliFlowRx™ to the existing Baxa products for pharmacy operations management. - March 03, 2009 - Baxa Corporation
Unique Glaucoma Eye Test Approved by Ministry of Health Mexico. Diaton Diagnostic Tonometers Measure Eye Pressure IOP Through Eyelid. BiCOM Inc Expands to Latin America.
Diaton Tonometer a unique "Glaucoma Eye Test" with FDA, CE, Health Canada and now with Health Mexico approval BiCOM Inc., challenges the issue of blindness caused by glaucoma through out the world. BiCOM, Inc. plans to establish Diaton tonometer distribution channels in every Latin American country. - March 02, 2009 - DevelopAll Inc
FDA Regulatory Agenda for 2009 Matches Forecast by Cerulean Associates LLC
The FDA's CDER released its 2009 agenda last week, most of which mirrored many of the 40+ recommendations published by Cerulean Associates in its December 2008 SmarterCompliance newsletter. - March 02, 2009 - Cerulean Associates LLC
Health Happiness and the Magic Pill
Optimism and Gratitude Are Just What the Doctor Ordered. - March 01, 2009 - LuvIsTheAnswer.org
Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute of Freehold, New Jersey Names Gail Plaza as Director of Wellness Program
Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute of Freehold, New Jersey, has named Gail Plaza as Director of their new Wellness Program. - March 01, 2009 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Health Career Agents Owner/Operator Businesses for Sale
Want to get into healthcare recruiting and staffing? Health Career Agents can now fast-track your success even more by providing you with the ability to purchase an existing Health Career Agents Owner/Operator business. Healthcare is one of the only industries growing right now, and instead of... - February 28, 2009 - Health Career Agents
Speakers Announced for 1st Latin America Medical Tourism & Health Tourism Congress April 27th-29th 2009
1st Latin America Medical Tourism & Health Tourism Congress takes places in Monterrey, Mexico, April 27th-29th, 2009. The Medical Tourism Association, http://www.medicaltourismassociation.com and Monterrey Healthcare City http://www.monterreyciudaddelasalud.com.mx have partnered together to... - February 28, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
”Sports Medicine and Coaching” Workshop Held at Advanced Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, New Jersey
Dr. Gerardo Goldberger, an orthopedic surgeon, sports medicine physician, and triathlete, hosted a workshop at Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute with Multisport Coach, Tom Manzi in Freehold, New Jersey. - February 28, 2009 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Dr. Alan Nasar of Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute Turns Girl’s Cast Into a Fashion Statement in Freehold, NJ
Freehold, New Jersey orthopedic surgeon Alan S. Nasar, MD, turns a young girl’s broken arm into a fashion statement to cheer her up. - February 28, 2009 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
New Product Announcement: MediLock™ Lock Kit Secures Medical Items Easily, Quickly and Inexpensively
Announcing a new product. The MediLock healthcare and safety security lock kit secures controlled substances and expensive items without drilling or installing costly internal locks. By attaching to pre-existing storage pieces, MediLock easily allows compliance with federal regulations and keeps medical items safe and secure. - February 27, 2009 - Unimed-Midwest, Inc.
Medical Tourism Association Releases Last Twenty Educational Interview Videos on Magazine Website
The Medical Tourism Association announces its Release of the last twenty educational videos which consist of interviews from the Medical Tourism Association’s annual conference World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress. The conference took place in September 2008 with 850 attendees,... - February 27, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Brook Seminars Premiers New Scar Tissue Release Therapy Techniques at Seminar in Bristol, RI
Brook Seminars, continuing education for health and fitness professionals, introduces a new seminar on Scar Tissue Release Therapy Techniques at EVOLUTION in Bristol, RI on March 21, 2009. - February 27, 2009 - Brook Seminars
Alan S. Nasar, MD, of Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, New Jersey, Debuts a New Hip Procedure at CentraState
Dr. Alan Nasar, orthopedic surgeon at Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, Freehold, New Jersey, performed a new hip procedure on a patient for the first time at CentraState Hospital, Freehold, relieving the debilitating hip pain caused by avascular necrosis. - February 27, 2009 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
RNCOS Releases a New Report - Market Potential for Hospital Services, Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices in US
RNCOS has recently added a new Market Research Report titled, “Market Potential for Hospital Services, Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices in US”, to its report gallery. This report provides factual insight supplemented with statistical overview on the past, present and future market. - February 27, 2009 - RNCOS
WSI and Rainey Chiropractic Engage in Search Engine Marketing
WSI Quality Solutions announced today the company's engagement with Rainey Chiropractic on a Search Engine Marketing and Internet Advertising campaign. - February 27, 2009 - WSI Quality Solutions
Dr. David Minkoff Releases March 2009 Lecture Schedule
Dr. David Minkoff M.D. (http://www.drminkoff.com) releases his third “Aspects of Achieving Optimum Health” seminar series scheduled for March 2009. - February 27, 2009 - Dr. David I. Minkoff MD
Spine Expert Grigory Goldberg, MD, Joins Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, New Jersey
Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC, of Freehold, New Jersey recently welcomed Grigory Goldberg, MD, to the orthopedic group. Dr. Goldberg brings his expertise in spine health to the practice and will develop a Center of Excellence in Spine Surgery at CentraState Hospital. - February 27, 2009 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
"The Flip Side of Glory," an Autobiography/Memoir Release
What Price for Glory? A story of Love, Acceptance and hope; fighting for what you believe in and Never Giving Up. - February 26, 2009 - Brandi Winans, D.F.O.C., Inc.
Linares Medical Devices (LMD) Top Docs Unite - New Era in Plastic Orthopedic Devices
Well-known and respected orthopedic spine surgeon, Richard W. Easton, M.D. has joined Linares Medical Devices Research and Development team. Dr Easton was named to the Detroit Hour Magazine list of “Top Docs” for 2008. - February 26, 2009 - Gerard Thomas Company
Nu U Medspa Gains Third Medical Doctor and Skillful Surgeon to Their Medical Team
NuU Medspa announces their third medical doctor for surgical services, Dr. Ryan Tsujmara, on-board as they continue to expand services and clientele throughout Chicagoland and Phoenix markets. With NuU Medspa strongly stepping into their second year of existence, Dr. Tsujmara joins the pioneer... - February 25, 2009 - NuU Unlimited
viaLanguage Launches New Healthcare Blog and Offers Free Webinar Series
Speaking Healthcare addresses language translation trends and challenges affecting the healthcare industry. Upcoming free webinar series targets healthcare translation challenges - February 25, 2009 - viaLanguage
Find Medical Help in Financially Tough Times
In many countries like Mexico, Puerto Rico or India clinics certified after medical US standards are catering like luxury hotels for the special needs of their foreign patients. ONMEDIX is a guide to medical service providers abroad and to the necessary information. This multilingual web portal, which has been developed in cooperation with the German university of Hohenheim, will bring patients and medical service providers from all around the world together. - February 25, 2009 - ONMEDIX
Savannah’s Memorial Health Foundation and The One Hundred Leaders Begin Their Terms
The Memorial Health Foundation board of directors has confirmed Linda Zoller, Zelda Tenenbaum, Richard (Toby) Moreau, and Nancy Sheets incoming president of The One Hundred, as new board members. The Memorial Health Foundation is a nonprofit organization. - February 25, 2009 - Memorial Health
Lean Healthcare: Dr. Kevin Creehan to Present at National Healthcare Conference
Dr. Kevin Creehan of Schultz-Creehan LLC will be instructing industry professionals on the use of lean techniques in the OR at the Society for Health Systems Conference and Expo 2009 - February 25, 2009 - Schultz-Creehan Holdings, Inc.
Clear Fusion Orthodontic Hybrid Retainers
Clear Fusion Orthodontic Appliances Ltd, Located on Long Island has introduced a new concept in Aesthetic Orthodontic Retention... Today’s patients, especially those completing clear aligner therapy, do not want Wires or the Hawley type retainer. The Invisible Retainer has been available for... - February 23, 2009 - Clear Fusion Orthodontic Appliances Ltd.
Medical Consulting From A to Z, LLC of Indianapolis Indiana Launches New Business Process Improvement Division, Practical Cost Reduction
Medical Consulting From A to Z, LLC, formed to help medical practices improve their processes and profit, today announced a new division aimed at reducing cost in all sizes and types of businesses, Practical Cost Reduction. - February 23, 2009 - YOUGO network
The Entire Spectrum of Human Physiology Captured in One Book
Color Atlas of Physiology, published by Thieme, holds the entire spectrum of human physiology and contains the basic principles and facts taught in medical school. This invaluable reference is ideal for the practicing physician as well as scientists and students. The structure of the book, coupled... - February 22, 2009 - Thieme Publishers
Diabetes Health Newtork Impacts 700,000 Viewers Monthly
ContextMedia’s first patient education network used by one in seven endocrinologists nationwide - February 21, 2009 - ContextMedia
How This Local Doctor is Treating Carpal Tunnel Without the Need for Surgery
Carpal tunnel research, new discoveries - February 21, 2009 - King Chiropractic
The De Angelis Group Will be Attending the Canaccord Adams Musculoskeletal Conference
The De Angelis Group, an executive search firm that works solely in the Musculoskeletal Industry will have two of their partners, Drue De Angelis and Josh Sandberg, in attendance at the Canaccord Adams Musculoskeletal Conference on Tuesday, February 24, 2009 at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas... - February 21, 2009 - The De Angelis Group
Ministrelli Women’s Heart Center to be Heart Check Up Sponsor for American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women Luncheon, Feb. 25
First and only cardiac center in Michigan designed expressly for the prevention, diagnosis and research of women’s heart disease, will provide health screening at the event. - February 21, 2009 - Beaumont Foundation
New Mobile Diabetes Management Solution for Healthcare Unveiled
Mobile Health Tech Deploys mPro Care™ Trial for Diabetes at Clarkstown Medical. - February 21, 2009 - Gold Mobile
State Renewal of Radiologic Technology Program
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts (GAMA) this state of the art Radiologic Technology program is proud to announce the renewal of their State of California, Radiologic Health Branch accreditation. This renewal comes after an extensive review and inspection of the program curriculum, clinical education process, teaching methodologies and course content. - February 21, 2009 - Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
Global Solutions Inc Acquires Majority Holding in e-Medsol
Global Solutions Inc., a leader in strategic and software consulting services, today announced that it has acquired a majority holding in e-Medsol Pvt. Ltd. - February 21, 2009 - e-Medsol
Source-Omega Founder Speaks on Microalgae Oil Omega-3 Replacements for Medical Fish Oils
Source-Omega, LLC announced today it will be presenting at the upcoming International Symposia on Bioinformatics for Biomedical and Ecological Applications in Prasanthi Nilayam, India. The conference is being held during February 20-21, 2009 at the renowned Sri Sathya Sai University and is organized by Biosciences Chair Professor Srirama Krupanidhi. - February 20, 2009 - Source-Omega
Cases Illustrate Imaging Findings of Common Urologic Diseases
Teaching Atlas of Urologic Imaging, published by Thieme, presents key imaging features of common urologic disorders encountered by radiologists and urologists on a daily basis in one book. - February 20, 2009 - Thieme Publishers
Georgia Residents Lobby Congress to Fight Arthritis
Key Arthritis Advocates from all over Ga. will be on Capitol Hill from March 2-4, 2009 as part of the Arthritis Foundation’s 11th annual Advocacy and Kids’ Summit. Several Georgia children and adults who have arthritis will meet with members of Congress to let them know that more needs... - February 20, 2009 - Arthritis Foundation Georgia Chapter
Paradise Medspa and Wellness Announce First Year Anniversary - Business Continues to Grow Despite Down Economy
Drs. Rebecca Weiss and Kristine Sarna thank loyal patients for their continued success. - February 19, 2009 - Paradise Medspa & Wellness
Principles and Practice of Podiatric Medicine, 2nd Edition – Sample Chapter Available Online
Principles and Practice of Podiatric Medicine, 2nd Edition – Data Trace Publishing brings you this one-stop reference for current podiatric medical practice. This text will be useful for the practicing physician as well as other health professionals who feel a need to expand their knowledge about foot disorders or who may be interested in another point of view. - February 19, 2009 - Data Trace Publishing Co.
Richmond EMS Chief Jerry Overton Named President/CEO of Road Safety International, Inc.
Road Safety International, Inc., the market leader in driver safety and performance monitoring systems and developer of the SafeForce(tm) Driving System for emergency vehicles, today announced that Jerry Overton, head of the Richmond (Va.) Ambulance Authority since 1991 and one of the most prominent leaders in emergency medical services, will join Road Safety as president and chief executive officer. - February 18, 2009 - Road Safety International, Inc.
Conscious Sedation Consulting Adds Dental Anesthesiologist to Course Development Staff
Dr. Patrick McCarty Joins Conscious Sedation Consulting course development and presentation staff. - February 18, 2009 - Conscious Sedation Consulting
Robert Lalonde Joins AnyWare Group as Chief Executive Officer
AnyWare Group Inc., a leading healthcare technology service provider, today announced that its board of directors has named Robert Lalonde to serve as the company's Chief Executive Officer. Lalonde has led the growth of numerous Canadian technology firms over the past 15 years. Most recently... - February 17, 2009 - AnyWare Group Inc.
TMHS CARF Accreditation
Team Mental Health Service awarded three-year CARF accreditation CARF International announced that Team Mental Health Services has been accredited for a period of three years for its Outpatient Treatment, Case Management, and Community Integration programs. The latest accreditation is the second... - February 17, 2009 - Team Mental Health Services
North Phoenix Healthcare Shortage Addressed by New Family Practice, Norterra Family Medicine
Drs. Rebecca Weiss and Kristine Sarna to lead new area practice and accommodate 5,000+ new patients. - February 17, 2009 - Norterra Family Medicine
The EMS Professional Launches “Turbo Medic MX” for 2009
"Paramedics take advantage of enhanced user interface and navigation." Some of the enhancements highlighted in Turbo Medic MX include the new Windows based navigation, which gives users the comfort of a web browser experience, greater flexibility in navigating between modules and screens within the program, continuously improving their knowledge and confidence. - February 16, 2009 - The EMS Professional
Asia Pacific’s Most Advanced CyberKnife® Launched at Apollo Speciality Cancer Hospital
The world’s first and only robotic radiosurgery system - a safer alternative to treat tumors anywhere in the body with sub-millimeter accuracy. - February 16, 2009 - Apollo Hospitals
Report Reveals New Threats and New Opportunities for Physicians in Private Practice
Today's changing health-care economy offers tremendous opportunities for physicians to build thriving private practices. But in order to benefit from these opportunities, doctors first need to overcome 7 common barriers. - February 15, 2009 - Physician Profit Strategies
Blindness is Not a Barrier to Success
At the age of fifteen, Mr. Goel was diagnosed to be suffering from Retinitis Pigmentosa, a condition of the eyes that makes one legally blind. But he took his disability as a challenge, and went overseas for his further studies. - February 14, 2009 - King Multitech Global Pvt. Ltd