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Florida Debt Elimination Company Opens New North Office & Settles Huge Debt Amount for Clients, Helping People Live Debt Free Forever
New North Office will provide services for more than 1000 of CountryWide Debt Solutions clients with improved customer service and debt elimination. - August 02, 2008 - CountryWide Debt Solutions, Inc
Flitz International to Donate $2.00 from Each Item Sold to Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin
Flitz International announced today that $2 from each of its premium polishing products sold at the 2008 Wisconsin State Fair will benefit Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin. “It is always a good thing when corporations give back to society,” said Ulrich Jentzsch, president of Flitz International. “Even better, when they give back to their local community.” - August 02, 2008 - Flitz International, Ltd.
Emergency Travel Services Provider Gears Up for Olympic Tourist Emergencies
Travel Assist Network Provides Medical Flights Home for Seriously Injured or Ill. - August 02, 2008 - Travel Assist Network
KLAS Ranks 5 High-Field MR Vendors
KLAS spoke with 220 healthcare professionals to understand the successes and struggles providers were experiencing with vendors in the high-field MR market. - August 02, 2008 - KLAS
ALS Association and Hope Hospice Team Up for Patients
The ALS Association and Hope Hospice are working together to offer the best care possible to ALS patients and their families. As experts in end-of-life care, the Hope Hospice clinical team must continually maintain their education on the symptoms and characteristics of many diseases, including ALS,... - August 02, 2008 - Hope Hospice
New Leadership Brings Over 50 Years of Industry Experience to Texas Association of Health Underwriters
Ron Buffum, Rusty Rice and Kelly Fristoe Elected to Lead 2008-2009 Membership Year. - July 31, 2008 - Texas Association of Health Underwriters
LegalView Reports Details of Failing Artificial Hip Component Known as the Zimmer Durom Cup
LegalView informed readers of Zimmer Holding's suspended sales of its artificial hip component, the Durom cup, because of reports from physicians that the part was failing and/or faulty. The device, which is a hip socket, has been under investigation by the company, who continued to claim it was not defective. - July 30, 2008 - LegalView
MultiMed Solutions Releases Free Software for Home Care Agencies
MultiMed Solutions, Inc. announced the release today of its free home care software, MultiMed HHC, which includes clinical documentation, billing, scheduling and point-of-care. - July 29, 2008 - MultiMed Solutions, Inc.
For Parents in Academia, the Right Life Coach can Make the Difference Between “Tenured” and “Terminated”
Parents in academia make great strides toward succeeding as professors, parents, and partners when they work with the right academic and life coach. Dr. Mary Coussons-Read, PhD, Professor of Psychology and Founding Principal of Powerful Mind Coaching, discusses her work with parents in academia and her clients’ results. - July 26, 2008 - Powerful Mind Consulting and Coaching, LLC
CGU Announces New School of Community and Global Health
Experts in preventive health aim to impact health care spending and save lives. - July 25, 2008 - Claremont Graduate University
Fighting Childhood Mortality with Advanced Industrial Design
Long Beach-based Nectar Design Teams with the Releef Initiative, a non-profit dedicated to reducing childhood mortality through pharamaceuticals, to create dose-adjustable children’s medicine dispenser for use in developing nations. - July 24, 2008 - Nectar Product Development
Launch of XTractor™ - a Powerful Scientific Literature Alert & Abstraction System, Now with Unlimited Free Access
Molecular Connections announced today, the release of XTractor™, a first of its kind manually curated literature alert service. - July 23, 2008 - Molecular Connections Pvt. Ltd.
Laura Fay Promoted to Chief Executive Officer of HAPPYneuron
Former Chief Operating Officer takes on new roll as CEO. - July 21, 2008 - Happy Neuron
Partnership Allows Magnolia Manor to Provide Cutting Edge Services
Magnolia Manor is pleased to announce an innovative management partnership with Elder Care Pharmacy Services of Hawkinsville, Georgia. With over fifteen years experience, Elder Care Pharmacy specializes in pharmacy needs for nursing centers and is considered an expert in the industry. This creative... - July 20, 2008 - Magnolia Manor Retirement Communities
New Quizzes Test Business Owners’ Knowledge of First Aid
Training company launches new interactive website, complete with fun quizzes. - July 20, 2008 - Platinum Healthcare Solutions
Scooter Vacations of Orlando Partners with Kids Wish Network to Bring Joy to Some Very Special Children
Scooter Vacations, a premier Orlando mobility scooter, electronic convenience vehicle (ECV) rental company is pleased to announce their special Guardian Angel charitable contribution status with Kids Wish Network who serves hundreds of children nationwide who's wish it is to visit Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure or Sea World. Scooter Vacations has donated scooters free of charge to these children. - July 18, 2008 - Scooter Vacations
RAM Technologies Adds Patient Healthcare Record To eHealthsuite™ Web Portal Application
RAM Technologies has enhanced the eHealthsuite™ real time web portal to include a comprehensive Patient Healthcare Record. The Patient Healthcare Record providers a comprehensive reference of detailed medical history for patients and providers. - July 18, 2008 - RAM Technologies, Inc.
Fast Developing mAb Market Poised to Hit 13.35% Growth
The future of monoclonal antibodies (mAb) seems healthy as the market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 13.35% till 2011, says RNCOS. - July 18, 2008 - RNCOS
APFED Announces Approval of ICD9 Codes for Eosinophilic Gastrointestinal Disorders
APFED announced today that ICD-9-CM codes have been approved for Eosinophilic Gastrointestinal Disorders, EGID, by the National Counsel for Health Statistics, NCHS. APFED submitted its proposal to the NCHS in September 2007 for four diseases: eosinophilic esophagitis, gastritis, gastroenteritis and... - July 17, 2008 - APFED
The Scientist Reveals Ireland's New Culture of Science
The Scientist - magazine of the life sciences, has just released a special supplemental with the July issue. The supplement emphasizes three main areas of progress – policy, industry and research. - July 17, 2008 - The Scientist
She May be Weak, But Her Website is Still Going Strong
5th Anniversary for Christine Miserandino and Butyoudontlooksick.com. - July 16, 2008 - ButYouDontLookSick.com
Physicians at the Midwest Vein Center Are First in Chicago to Obtain Board Certification
The Midwest Vein Center (MVC) announced today that all of its physicians have passed the board examination in Phlebology. It is the only group vein care practice in the Chicago area in which all physicians have received this top honor from the American Board of Phlebology (ABPh). - July 16, 2008 - Midwest Vein Center
The Medical Tourism Association Announces Medical Tourism Accreditation Program
The Medical Tourism Association has launched “accreditation” to ensure the safety and overall positive results for patients traveling from one country to another. “Having the right processes and procedures in place to assist international patients has a direct correlation to better surgical outcomes for those patients. - July 15, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
EMS Solutions’ The NREMT A/V Showcase Brings the Best of Both Worlds Together
This product offer both audio and video study help to pass the NREMT practical skills exam. Offering both BLS and ALS versions, it will allow students to focus not only on the step by step skills but also on key areas that many students struggle with. - July 14, 2008 - The EMS Professional
Positive Air, Inc. (SleepRestfully.com) to Distribute Resmed’s New VPAP Auto 25
SleepRestfully.com by Positive Air, Inc. of Houston, Texas, a leader in the Sleep Apnea equipment and portable oxygen concentrator industry since 1971, announced they will distribute Resmed’s New VPAP Auto 25. - July 14, 2008 - Sleep Restfully, Inc.
Healthcare Support Technologies, Inc. Introduces eCallections™, the Patient Payment Reminder Service That Will Increase Collections and Reduce Costs
Full service patient payment reminder service frees office staff from time-consuming and costly phone calls to focus on providing care to patients. - July 14, 2008 - Healthcare Support Technologies, Inc.
Alan S. Nasar, MD will Present Lecture on “Birmingham Hip Resurfacing System” in Freehold, New Jersey
Freehold orthopedic surgeon Alan S. Nasar, MD will present a free public lecture on hip arthroscopy, hip resurfacing, and hip replacement at the Health Awareness Center at CentraState’s Ambulatory Campus. Dr. Nasar is part of the team of orthopedic surgeons from Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, New Jersey, which presents public lectures on joint health in the Monmouth County communities of New Jersey. - July 13, 2008 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Hospitalists of West Michigan Launches New Website: Website a Healthcare Resource for Hospital Patients and Primary Care Providers
Hospitalists of West Michigan (HOWM) has a unique specialty: caring for hospitalized patients. Their mission is to ensure that their patients have the most positive possible care experience during treatment at Spectrum Health Blodgett and Butterworth Campuses. To do this, HOWM has brought together... - July 13, 2008 - Foxbright
Positive Air, Inc. (SleepRestfully.com) to Distribute Respironics GoLox Portable Liquid System
SleepRestfully.com by Positive Air, Inc. of Houston, Texas, a leader in the Sleep Apnea equipment and portable oxygen concentrator industry since 1971, announced they will distribute the just released Respironics GoLox Portable Liquid System. - July 13, 2008 - Sleep Restfully, Inc.
New Back & Neck Pain Treatment is a Remarkable Alternative to Surgery
New Back & Neck Pain Treatment is a Remarkable Alternative to Surgery. The Accu-Spina™ with IDD Therapy® protocols manufactured by North American Medical Corporation is a non-invasive medical procedure that has an 86 percent success rate in treating herniated, bulging, degenerated... - July 12, 2008 - Allied Healthcare Clinics, Inc. The Home of The Running Doctor
Call Desk Inc to Offer Live Virtual Medical Receptionists to Medical Clinics
Call Desk Inc announced that they have enhanced their services to provide HIPAA compliant virtual medical receptionists to medical clinics. Call Desk, Inc., offers virtual medical receptionists to medical clinics throughout the U.S. and Canada. For a fraction of the cost of hiring and training... - July 12, 2008 - Call Desk Inc
Contour Adjustable Bed Company Grants Wish to Nine Year Old Battling Life Threatening Illness
Nine year old Phoenix girl with rare genetic disorder and confined to bed is resting and sleeping better thanks to new adjustable bed donated by Contour Adjustable Beds and Make-A-Wish of Arizona. - July 11, 2008 - Contour Adjustable Beds
MDS Medical Software Offering Free Websites to Physicians with Purchase of EMR Software
Free website integrates with online patient portal: Enables patients to request prescription refills and appointments securely over the web. - July 11, 2008 - MDS Medical Software
Dr. J. Kip Matthews Honored by State Professional Association
Dr. J. Kip Matthews, a licensed psychologist in Athens, GA was recently named a Fellow in the Georgia Psychological Association, the organization’s highest honor. He is the co-founder of the Athens-based AK Counseling & Consulting, Inc., a private practice providing psychological counseling and business consulting services, as well as continuing education programs for healthcare professionals. - July 11, 2008 - AK Counseling & Consulting, Inc.
Efficient Image Distribution and Storage Promises to Revolutionize Health Care
Cost effective, secure medical image storage and distribution services now available from Medical Data Management. - July 10, 2008 - Medical Data Management, LLC
A Marketing Connection Introduces New Media Marketing Package
A Marketing Connection, an online healthcare marketing firm, announced the launch of their New Media Marketing Package. The New Media Marketing Package is an online marketing distribution system that distributes wellness articles and other health related educational information online and locally,... - July 10, 2008 - A Marketing Connection
Healthcare Support Technologies, Inc. (HST) Acquires DocOfficeRx™, the Leading Suite of Online Coding and Practice Management Tools
Healthcare Support Technologies, Inc. today announced the complete acquisition of DocOfficeRx (www.docofficerx.com), a leading online resource for medical coders, billers and other healthcare organizations. - July 10, 2008 - Healthcare Support Technologies, Inc.
Dr. Thomas Young Earns Chiropractic Sports Physician Certification
Dr. Darcy Ward and Dr. Jennifer Greenfield, doctors of chiropractic at Center for Chiropractic & Wellness (www.carolinachirowellness.com), a North Raleigh chiropractic center, have announced that Dr. Thomas Young has been officially credentialed as a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician... - July 10, 2008 - Center for Chiropractic & Wellness, PLLC
Healthcare Support Technologies, Inc. Launches New Version of DocOfficeRx™, the Leading Suite of Online Medical Coding and Practice Management Tools
The new and completely re-engineered Web site focuses on delivering the most efficient and easy-to-use suite of online medical coding and practice management tools available anywhere. - July 10, 2008 - Healthcare Support Technologies, Inc.
GuardEra Access Solutions Announces MedAppz EHR Practice
GuardEra & MedAppz deliver web based electronic health records solution for physician offices. - July 09, 2008 - Guardera Access Solutions, Inc.
Medical Billing Software MPMsoft Announces Release of MPM Office 4.5aLIVE
As the medical industry enters yet another era of shrinking income, a medical billing software maker, MPMsoft offers a medical office software that helps practices save money, while at the same time helping them gain compliance to a growing list of state and federal regulations. - July 09, 2008 - Medical Billing Software - MPMsoft
MRI Accidents Spike: Mednovus SAFESCAN(R) Ferromagnetic Detectors Respond, Improving MRI Safety
The FDA database of MRI accidents reports a 185% increase in only 3 years. Recent MRI safety recommendations, call for the use of ferromagnetic detection screening such as the new Mednovus Sentinel 2.0 walk-through portal, to be unveiled later this month at the AHRA annual meeting in Denver. - July 09, 2008 - Mednovus, Inc.
Medical Alert, Medical Alarm & Emergency Response Systems from ResponseLINK
Medical alerts & personal emergency response systems from ResponseLINK for patients, caregivers & healthcare professionals offer 24-hour emergency response. They include a waterproof medical alert pendant & a base monitoring panel and offer a host of services. - July 09, 2008 - ResponseLINK
VelaShape™ Cellulite Treatment Now Available in the Lehigh Valley
Thomas E. Young, M.D. of Young Medical Spa is proud to announce the addition of VelaShape™ to his comprehensive menu of aesthetic procedures. - July 05, 2008 - Young Medical Spa®
KLAS Rates 7 Speech Recognition Systems
KLAS spoke with more than 300 healthcare professionals to investigate both front-end and back-end speech recognition vendors. Beyond features and functionality, differing client satisfaction stemmed from the way the vendor interacts with the client via the sales force, support infrastructure, and executive team. - July 05, 2008 - KLAS
Dean Dornic Chosen as One of Top Ophthalmolgists
Dean Dornic, MD of Raleigh, North Carolina has recently been named as one America's Top Ophthalmologists by the Consumers' Research Council of America. The Consumers' Research Council, headquartered in Washington, DC is an independent research company that evaluates professional services throughout... - July 04, 2008 - Dr Dean Dornic
American Nurse Today Publishes 'No More Nurse Abuse'
American Nurse Today, the official journal of the American Nurses Association (ANA), has published, “No more abuse,” an article targeting how to handle the abuse in the workplace. Abuse can come from doctors, coworkers, supervisors, and even patients. - July 04, 2008 - HealthCom Media
Studies Show Hope for Reversing Trend in People with Type 2 Diabetes
Number of People with Diabetes Increases to 24 Million according to new 2007 prevalence data estimates released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Studies show hope for reversing trend in people with T2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome using carbohydrate restricted diet. - July 03, 2008 - Nutrition & Metabolism Society
SSIMED’S EMRge Receives 2007 Conditional CCHIT Certification
The Certification Commission for Healthcare Information Technology (CCHIT®) today announced that SSIMED’s product EMRge Version 7 is pre-market, conditionally CCHIT Certified®, and meets the Commission’s ambulatory electronic health record (EHR) criteria for 2007. Pre-market,... - July 03, 2008 - SSIMED, LLC
The Next Generation of Modular CleanRooms
The British company; Clean Modules Ltd specialises in the construction of bespoke modular cleanrooms and as a result, no two cleanrooms are the same. This diversity has allowed Clean Modules Ltd to continuously develop their modular cleanroom concept and after several years of building modular cleanrooms, Clean Modules Ltd has now developed the next generation of modular cleanrooms. - July 03, 2008 - Clean Modules Ltd.