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”Sports Medicine and Coaching” Workshop to Be Held at Advanced Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, New Jersey
Orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Gerardo Goldberger, will host a workshop at Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, New Jersey with Multisport Coach, Tom Manzi. - January 02, 2009 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Graphic Design and Branding Blog Tackles Health Care Marketing
"Our Haus," the graphic design and branding blog of Grossman Design Associates, today asserts new standards for health care marketing and branding through its inaugural article, "A Movement Toward Better Health Care Marketing." - January 02, 2009 - Grossman Design Associates
Behavioral Directions, LLC, an Autism Consulting Firm Presents Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) & Behavior Intervention Planning Seminar in Loudoun County
Behavioral Directions, LLC provides intervention services for individuals with autism spectrum disorders and challenging behaviors utilizing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), a science with over 40 years of research support. - January 01, 2009 - Behavioral Directions, LLC
Behavioral Directions, LLC, an Autism Consulting Firm Presents Seminar on Reducing Challenging Behaviors in Children at Environmental Protection Agency on January 8, 2009
Stacey McIntyre, MA, BCBA of Behavioral Directions, LLC (Herndon, Fairfax County, Virginia) will present an invited address to staff and associates at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Maternal Wellness Group at a Brown Bag Lunch Event on January 8, 2009. The meeting will be held in the... - January 01, 2009 - Behavioral Directions, LLC
Bestselling Spine Surgery Book Reveals Latest Techniques Used by Specialists
Editors Alexander R. Vaccaro, MD, PhD, and Todd J. Albert, MD, actively recruited world renowned physicians to assist them in their endeavor to update this popular text. More than 80 experts in the field have joined forces to create the most up-to-date guide detailing both commonly and rarely performed spinal procedures. - December 29, 2008 - Thieme Publishers
Free PTSD and Trauma Relief for Returning Iraq and Afghanistan Soldiers
Joanne Callahan, President of the Association for Thought Field Therapy Foundation is pleased to announce free, much-needed PTSD, trauma and stress relief for those soldiers returning from war. These easily learned, self-applied techniques, Thought Field Therapy (TFT) are based on time-honored principles of both contemporary clinical psychology and Chinese medicine to conquer PTSD, trauma, anxiety, stress and fears. - December 27, 2008 - ATFT Foundation
Tooth Whitening Moving from the Dentist's to the Grocery Store
Consumers love tooth whitening, but more and more are choosing home bleaching over in-office laser bleaching. Two out of three dentists have noted a decline, finds a survey by The Wealthy Dentist. - December 27, 2008 - The Wealthy Dentist
American Sleep Apnea Association Calls for Assistance in Combat of Financial Crisis
Organization for sleep apnea awareness aims to meet challenges of future endeavors. - December 25, 2008 - American Sleep Apnea Association
Innovative Procedures for Treating Epilepsy and Other Movement Disorders Highlighted in Classic Reference
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) treats an array of chronic neurological disorders such as epilepsy and Parkinson's disease. While most patients continue to need medication after undergoing DBS, many experience such a dramatic reduction in their symptoms that they are able to decrease their... - December 25, 2008 - Thieme Publishers
Transinsight is Proud to Announce the Launch of GoPubMed.com Version 4.0
At European Venture Summit Transinsight launches new version of GoPubMed, the semantic search engine for the life sciences, and wins as one of the top 5 European biotech start-ups - December 25, 2008 - Transinsight
The Medical Tourism Association Announces Its First Release of Educational Videos Which Consist of Interviews from the World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress
The Medical Tourism Association announces its first release of 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, 53... - December 25, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
'Daddy Baby Boom' - CNN Reports That Men Are Taking the Lead Among Surrogacy Parents
CNN's American Morning featured today Circle Surrogacy dads in a story about single men who turn to surrogates for children. CNN reports on the growing number of single men, straight and gay, who choose surrogacy in their baby quest. The reports states that surrogacy in general quadrupled over the last decade, and that men are leading the trend. - December 24, 2008 - Circle Surrogacy
Inspirational Speaker Michael Segal Releases First CD -- Possible CD Features Stories of Hope, Inspiration and Humor and the Music of The O’Neill Brothers
Shooting victim Michael Segal releases inspirational CD containing stories of hope, humor and inspiration. Music by The O'Neill Brothers. - December 24, 2008 - Lone Star Sound
Fitness & Rehab Blog Hits Milestone
The Healing Through Movement Fitness & Rehab Blog has been a resource for Fitness & Rehab professionals from around the world looking for the latest information on exercise and injuries. - December 24, 2008 - Healing Through Movement
New Research Shows That Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) Are Causing Leaks in the Lining of the Stomach
The research group of Dr. James Michael Mullin, Professor at the Lankenau Institute for Medical Research (LIMR), recently co-authored two papers that describe how proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) have been shown to compromise upper gastrointestinal (GI) barrier function. These studies provide new information about an unexpected potentially harmful side effect of taking PPIs. - December 24, 2008 - Lankenau Institute for Medical Research
The Medical Tourism Association’s Latin America Medical Tourism and Health Tourism Congress Announces Its Official Conference Venue and Hotel
The Medical Tourism Association’s Latin America Medical Tourism and Health Tourism Congress announces its official conference venue and hotel for the 1st annual Latin America Medical Tourism and Health Congress, April 27th-29th, in Monterrey Mexico. The Official Congress Hotel is the... - December 21, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
Dr. Rosenfeld Has Posted a New Article at His Website: the "Controversy" of ADHD
Many mistruths are perpetrated about the diagnosis of ADHD, particularly on the internet. The article written explores some of these "controversial" issues. Issues touched upon include ADHD testing, diagnosis, and treatment. - December 20, 2008 - Dr. Michael Rosenfeld
Where Focus Meets Innovation - HealthWorldWeb Reveals New Features
Health World Web is announcing addition of videos to the Health Communities from icyou.com, new medical providers’ ads campaign and new gadgets for doctors, clinical trials and support group searches. - December 20, 2008 - Health World Web
New Product Release: Fisher & Paykel HC234 Integrated CPAP and Humidifier
MySleepMask has listed the new Fisher & Paykel HC234 as the company’s top recommendation among integrated CPAP machines. - December 20, 2008 - MySleepMask
Billings Clinic Performs First Mini-Maze Surgery in Region
Minimally Invasive Procedure Treats Atrial Fibrillation: Local businessman is able to increase quality of life to spend time with family and run his own successful business. - December 19, 2008 - Billings Clinic
Medical Travel Company Global MD Announces Launch of New Medical Travel Industry Blog
Global MD launched it's Medical Travel Industry Blog which aims to provide thoughtful commentary on medical tourism industry events. - December 18, 2008 - Global MD, Inc.
MySleepMask Bans All Chinese-Manufactured CPAP Equipment
Due to health risk concerns, MySleepMask.com, has banned all Chinese-manufactured CPAP machines, CPAP masks and CPAP supplies from its website in a formal recognition of the need to safeguard customers’ health. - December 18, 2008 - MySleepMask
Call for Submission of EC Classification Problems Relating to Medical Devices
Quality First International invites manufacturers to submit their experiences of classification problems involving medical devices regulated under Directive 93/42/EEC, in complete confidence. - December 18, 2008 - Quality First International
Latin Nomenclature Edition of Atlas of Anatomy
This version of the internationally recognized atlas is edited by Jonas Broman, PhD, and Anna Josephson, MD, PhD, from the world-renowned Karolinska Institute, located in Stockholm, Sweden. - December 18, 2008 - Thieme Publishers
Washington Hospital Selects Integral’s Applicant Tracking System
Integral Systems, Inc. a leading provider of Human Capital solutions announced today that The Washington Hospital has selected Integral’s i-Trust Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to increase efficiencies and broaden recruitment strategies within their hiring processes. - December 17, 2008 - Integral Systems, Inc.
UK Hypnotherapist Plans to Hypnotise 10,000 People Worldwide This January
UK Hypnotherapist Adam Eason aims to hold a worldwide on-line campaign to help anyone who wants to quit smoking or lose weight during January 2009. The event will be backed up with blogs and feedback to encourage and support the participants to succeed. - December 17, 2008 - Adam Eason Hypnotherapy
Baxa Announces 2009 Course Dates for Its STAR Center® Training Facility
Baxa Corporation announces record number of course dates for its STAR Center in 2009. Together with the United States Pharmacopeia (USP), the company plans 22 class sessions focused on pharmacy best practice in relation to USP 797 regulatory compliance and hazardous drug handling. The STAR Center, a premier facility designed for cleanroom and pharmacy practice demonstration, is located at the company’s headquarters south of Denver, Colorado. - December 17, 2008 - Baxa Corporation
LASIK Pioneer Aided by Newest Technology for Peak Season
One of the first physicians in the nation to perform LASIK laser eye surgery, Dr. Connie McCaa continues to be at the forefront of the profession. Her state-of-the-art LASIK Laser Eye Center features the latest technology to ensure her patients receive optimum treatment during the annual peak season for LASIK, December and January. - December 17, 2008 - Connie McCaa, MD, PhD
New Medicare Requirements to Eliminate Coverage for Many CPAP Users
MySleepMask announces new coaching program to help new CPAP users who want Medicare to continue paying for their sleep apnea therapy. - December 17, 2008 - MySleepMask
Virusolve+ Provides the Security Behind the Forensic Science Service
For over three years Virusolve+ has been quietly providing the Forensic Science Service with the level of cleanliness they require to guarantee that evidence cannot be brought into question. - December 17, 2008 - Amity Limited
Comprehensive Billing Solutions is Now Sudaco
Comprehensive Billing Solutions will be renamed Sudaco Physician Solutions, effective immediately. The name change is accompanied by a new Web site at www.sudaco.com. The renaming of Comprehensive Billing Solutions to Sudaco Physician Solutions reflects an expanded offering of not only billing... - December 17, 2008 - Sudaco Physician Solutions
Revolutionary Electronic Cigarette is Product of the Year for 2008
High-tech electronic cigarettes from Smoking Everywhere company are popular and convenient for both health and environmental reasons – plus they also save smokers money. - December 16, 2008 - Smoking Everywhere, LLC
OnePacs, LLC, Introduces a Free Web-Enabled State-of-the-Art PACS
OnePacs, LLC, a leading provider of diagnostic radiology information technology solutions, announced a revolution in Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) pricing at the 2008 annual meeting of the Radiologic Society of North America (RSNA) in Chicago, with the introduction of a fully... - December 16, 2008 - OnePacs, LLC
FUTEK Introduces S-Beam Load Cell with USB Option
FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc. is pleased to present its LSB350 with a brand new USB Digital Interface. This improvement offers a USB type solution for Strain Gage Based Load Cells. FUTEK’s USB Sensor Solution provides an easy “Plug & Play” with basic software making the System Integration even simpler. - December 16, 2008 - FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc.
Illuminate Celebrates the Holiday Season
Illuminate, the Boston based pharmaceutical training Solutions Company, continues its tradition of celebration and joy this holiday’s season through their Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Holidays cards. - December 16, 2008 - Illuminate, Inc.
The Big Apple Just Got a Bit Sunnier This Winter as Willner Chemists Carries Sunshine in a Box, a Natural Mood Boosting Supplement Kit That Addresses Seasonal Depression
Willner Chemists, the oldest and largest natural Pharmacy in America, to carry Sunshine in a Box, a natural mood boosting supplement combo that addresses winter blues. - December 16, 2008 - Healthy Being LLC
DMAA Health Care Reform Principles Call for Focus on Quality, Efficiency
Population health improvement organization calls for transformation of health care system from one of reactionary care to one focused on preventive care and promotion of health as a shared national resource. Principles include call for increased access to affordable care, incentives for value and quality, integration and care coordination, a national health data repository and other enhancements. - December 15, 2008 - DMAA: The Care Continuum Alliance
doctorbabu.com - New Medical Portal for Searching Doctors, Dentists, Hospitals and Lots of Medical Information
doctorbabu.com - new medical portal for searching doctors, dentists, hospitals, Blood banks, medical emergency and lots of medical information. doctorbabu.com is first of its kind in india to provide its users full information about doctors, hospitals, dentists, blood banks and other medical emergency. It also provides log of health and medical related information. - December 15, 2008 - SalesBabu.com
Toronto Dental Care Clinic Website Now Online
Toronto Dental Care Clinic website has been developed to provide Toronto residents access to the clinic's information. - December 14, 2008 - Webzmaker.com
Healthcare Scouts Partners with www.AAACEUS.com to Offer Discounted Online Continuing Education (CEUS) to Certified Healthcare Professionals
Healthcare Scouts, www.healthcarescouts.com, a national leader in recruiting and permanent placement of licensed healthcare professionals, based in Maitland, FL, has recently partnered with the continuing education provider, www.AAACEUS.com, of Denver, CO. www.AAACEUS.com is one of the first national online educational services to offer continuing ed for multiple certifications to the nursing, social work, case management and rehabilitation communities. - December 14, 2008 - Healthcare Scouts
CPU Medical Management Systems and Data Media Associates Announce Partnership
CPU Medical Management Systems, a leading provider of healthcare information software to medical billing services and physician organizations, announced a partnership agreement with Data Media Associates of Alpharetta, Ga. today. Data Media’s printing and mailing solutions and electronic... - December 14, 2008 - CPU Medical Management Sytems, Inc.
Axiohm Certifies MAXStick First Repositionable Thermal Label to Work with Its ASTERON Panel Mount Printer, Opening the Doors to New Applications for Their Printers
Axiohm, the French leading manufacturer of thermal printing solutions, announces the qualification of MAXStick thermal paper to work with its newly launched ASTERON 58-mm panel-mount printer dedicated to test & measurements and medical applications, offering the option of using the new repositionable liner-free thermal label called MAXStick, produced by MAX International. - December 14, 2008 - AXIOHM
Michael Barta, Ph.D., LPC, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist II, Has Opened Boulder’s First and Only Practice Specializing in the Treatment of Sexual Addiction
Dr. Barta provides professional assessment and scientifically-based treatment to individuals, groups, and couples that are dealing with the devastating effects of Sexual Addiction. - December 13, 2008 - Michael Barta, Ph.D., LPC, CSAT II
Orlando Scooter Rental Company Features Their Mobility Scooters at MouseFest 2008 Mega Mouse Meet at Walt Disney World’s Yacht & Beach Club Convention Center
Scooter Vacations, Orlando Scooter Rental company, is participating in MouseFest 2008. As a featured exhibitor at MouseFest 2008, Scooter Vacations will have on display two of their most popular models, the fold up Distinction and their highly sought after Dream model. - December 12, 2008 - Scooter Vacations
NuU Medspa Donate to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society® While Spreading Holiday Cheer in the Western Suburbs
NuU Medspa will help raise funds for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society® (LLS) at a local bar, America’s Bar & Grill, Thursday, December 11, 2008. The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society fight blood related cancers by conducting research, education and patient services. The mission of... - December 11, 2008 - NuU Unlimited
North American Seminars, Inc. Expands Its Community Outreach Program
North American Seminars, Inc. has donated over $60,000 in cancer related medical supplies to patients across the U.S. In December 2008, North American Seminars expanded its Community Outreach Program. - December 11, 2008 - North American Seminars
Thieme Launches Journal with a Patient-Oriented Approach to Craniomaxillofacial Trauma and Reconstruction
“As this area of medicine continues on an upward trajectory and the needs for these challenging procedures grow exponentially, we at Thieme believe this is the opportune moment to launch a new journal. We are fortunate to have leading minds working with us on this new project,” says Daniel Schiff, Vice President and Publisher, Journals. - December 11, 2008 - Thieme Publishers
Validare Announces 200th Office-Based Surgery Provider Accreditation Nationally
Validare, Inc. is proud to announce that Urologic Surgical Consultants, PC, has been accredited by The Joint Commission and marks the 200th Office-Based Surgery (OBS) client in the nation that Validare has guided through the accreditation process. - December 11, 2008 - Validare
Blue Monkey Planet and TeleHealth Services Partner to Offer Innovative Pediatric Patient Education Content
TeleHealth Services has partnered with Blue Monkey Planet to provide pediatric patient education content in pediatric units across the country. - December 11, 2008 - TeleHealth Services
VisualDxHealth Partners with International Pemphigus and Pemphigoid Foundation to Provide Online Visual and Informational Consumer Resources
Collaboration Promotes Early Diagnosis of Rare Yet Potentially Fatal Diseases. - December 11, 2008 - Logical Images Inc