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New York Plastic Surgeon Develops Ground Breaking Face Lift Technique Performed Under Local Anesthesia Promising Instant Results and Faster Recovery
Manhattan based facial plastic surgeon and Director of the Aesthetic Facial Surgery Center of New York and New Jersey, Oleh Slupchynskyj, M.D., has developed a breakthrough facial cosmetic treatment offering immediate and long lasting results in approximately 60 minutes. The SLUPLift proves to be... - September 19, 2007 - The Aesthetic Facial Surgery Center of New York and New Jersey
e-Healthcare Solutions, Inc. Enters Into Exclusive Representation Agreement with The American Academy of Family Physicians
e-Healthcare Solutions, Inc. and the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) announced today an agreement calling for e-Healthcare Solutions to provide advertising exclusively to the award winning patient-focused health website familydoctor.org. e-Healthcare Solutions will centrally sell and... - September 19, 2007 - e-Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
"Safer, Simpler, Better & More Cost Effective" Cosmetic Surgery Anesthesia
"'Safer, Simpler, Better & more Cost Effective' cosmetic surgery anesthesia is here today," says Dr. Barry L. Friedberg, developer of bispectral index (BIS) monitored propofol ketamine sedation, now trademarked as minimally invasive anesthesia (MIA).® The public must ask for "Safer, Simpler, Better & Cost Effective" cosmetic surgery anesthesia for the surgical and anesthesia professions to change. - September 18, 2007 - Barry L. Friedberg, M.D., Cosmetic Surgery Anesthesia
Medimpex United, Inc. Now an Official Member of the American Staffing Association
Company to introduce expanded line of Xalex brand drug test kits at Staffing World 2007 October 9-12 in San Antonio, TX - September 18, 2007 - Medimpex United Inc
Healthcare Tourism International Launches the World’s First Accreditation Program for Health Tourism Companies
HTI survey shows that India, Philippines and Thailand top destinations for American medical tourists in 2007; Hungary, Cuba and Mexico tops list for dental tourists. - September 18, 2007 - Healthcare Tourism International
Patrice A. Stevens, a Breast Health Specialist at Advocate Christ Medical Center, Has Been Selected for Inclusion in the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier Registry
Patrice A. Stevens, a breast health specialist at Advocate Christ Medical Center, has been selected for inclusion in the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier Registry. As a breast health specialist, Patrice prepares newly diagnosed breast cancer patients for surgery and chemotherapy. She provides needed... - September 17, 2007 - Princeton Premier
Sensitron Deploys Critical careTrends™ System for Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC)
Deployment is Sensitron’s Third Installation of Critical careTrends System - September 17, 2007 - Sensitron
Positive Air, Inc. (SleepRestfully.com) to Attend MedTrade Convention in Search of New Sleep Apnea and Oxygen Equipment
Positive Air, Inc., a leader in the sleep apnea and portable oxygen industry, announced today that they would attend the MedTrade annual meeting in search of new products. Positive Air, Inc. (SleepRestfully.com) offers low cost CPAP and BiLevel Sleep Apnea equipment and supplies as well as Portable Oxygen Concentrators. - September 16, 2007 - Sleep Restfully, Inc.
Precedent Launches Revolutionary Individual Health Insurance Plans in Texas
Online Site Promises Easy Application, Instantaneous Quotes Plus Increased Coverage ‘On Demand’ - September 15, 2007 - Precedent Insurance
Healthbase Assists American Heart Patient to Get Life-Saving Cardiac Bypass Surgery in India
A pre-existing medical condition disqualified Steve Slaven from having health insurance leaving him with only one option when he needed medical assistance – going overseas to get affordable life-changing treatment. Steve Slaven of Arizona had lost his health insurance after an angioplasty 7... - September 15, 2007 - Healthbase Online Inc.
DZS Announces New State of the Art Training Center
DZS Software Solutions, a leader in the clinical trials software industry, now provides a 10 student training center in Bound Brook, New Jersey. With comfort, style, convenience and professional, dynamic trainers, DZS software builds a solid foundation for comprehensive utilization of their... - September 14, 2007 - DZS Software Solutions
Joanna La Francesca, Nursing Director at Massachusetts General Hospital, Has Been Named Princeton Premiers Honored Member in Healthcare
Joanna La Francesca, nursing director at Massachusetts General Hospital, has been named Princeton Premiers Honored Member in Healthcare. As a nursing director in the cancer center infusion unit, Joanna manages the sixty bed center and a staff of eighty. Joanna administers chemotherapy to solid... - September 14, 2007 - Princeton Premier
South Shore Dermatologists Announce Innovative Spider Vein Treatment
Dr. Richard Eisen and Dr. Ramzi Saad, dermatologists at South Shore Skin Center, have recently announced a new and improved vein procedure, known as Gentle YAG, which effectively treats spider veins in one to three sessions. - September 13, 2007 - South Shore Skin Center
South Shore Caregiving Collaborative Will Hold a Hospice Program on September 25th at South Shore Hospital
South Shore Caregiving Collaborative will present a free hospice program on Tuesday, September 25, 2007, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Emerson Conference Room at South Shore Hospital, 55 Fogg Road in Weymouth. - September 13, 2007 - South Shore Elder Services
Carla Stallings, a Hematology Sales Specialist for Novartis, Has Been Selected for Inclusion Into the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier Registry
Carla Stallings, a hematology sales specialist for Novartis, has been selected for inclusion into the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier Registry. As a hematology sales specialist, Carla visits physicians, hospitals and nurses providing information about oncology and hematology pharmaceuticals. Carla... - September 13, 2007 - Princeton Premier
Vinelander Gets Grip on Void in Rehab Equipment
Michael Stein, retiree from state government, turns inventor after having three bones removed from his own wrist following a motorcycle accident. Get-A-Grip Hand rehab Device brought to market after only 7 months. After several national trade shows, in use in both in-patient and out patient settings. Newest customer, Albuquerque VA Hospital. More info found at: www.rehabdevices.com. - September 12, 2007 - Get-a-Grip Specialty Rehab Devices, Inc.
2007 Advanced Fertility Baby Reunion a Big Success
IVF and Other Fertility Therapy Babies Come Together - September 12, 2007 - Advanced Fertility & Reproductive Endocrinology Institute, LLC
Old Colony Elderly Services Announces “Lunch & Learn” Fall Seminars for Caregivers
Old Colony Elderly Services, Inc. (OCES) of Brockton, Mass., recently announced two upcoming “Lunch & Learn” seminars for caregivers. - September 12, 2007 - Old Colony Elderly Services
Princeton Premier Honors Dr. Nigel Noriega as Its Honored Member in Healthcare
Princeton Premier Honors Dr. Nigel Noriega as its Honored Member in Healthcare. Dr. Noriega is a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Division of Neuroscience at the Oregon National Primate Research Center. Dr. Noriega researches tissue samples aimed at identifying and defining fundamental aspects of the... - September 12, 2007 - Princeton Premier
Los Angeles HR Firm Assists Local Employers with Newly Enforced Undocumented Worker Legislation
CPEhr, a leading HR outsourcing firm, helps small to mid-sized California employers comply with new regulations and avoid non-compliance penalties relating to the receipt of "No Match" letters from the SSA and employing undocumented workers. - September 11, 2007 - CPE HR, Inc.
New Book Claims Experts Now Spread the Aids Virus
A new book written by Ushonye Ayim claims that medical experts now spread the AIDS Virus. Rather than 'Spreading the Message' and 'not the virus,' they instead, spread the virus through the message. And they do so all over the world. This discovery is uncovered in the wonder Book, "HIV/AIDS -... - September 11, 2007 - Ushonye Ayim
Dentists Happy to Offer Dentures: The Wealthy Dentist Survey Results
The majority of general dentists offer in-house denture services, according to a Wealthy Dentist poll. With good profits on dentures, the average dentist would prefer not to refer a patient out to a prosthodontist. - September 10, 2007 - The Wealthy Dentist
Dr. Roger Kenneth Hershline PhD MD, CEO of Global Humanceuticals, Inc. Donates New Powerful Class of HIV Viral Drug
Dr. Roger Kenneth Hershline PhD MD, Chairman and Founder of CureHIV.us, agreed to provide samples of Global Humanceuticals, Inc’s NIAID#11039, a new powerful class of anti-HIV drug to clinical researchers. The drug is able de-activates the virus even if diluted nearly a billion times. - September 09, 2007 - CureHIV
FieldMedics.com Announces “The Magazine”
FieldMedics.com announced the official launch of their online EMS magazine “FieldMedics The Magazine” - September 09, 2007 - The EMS Professional
fig. Secures Funding from Bessemer Venture Partners
Fig. today announced that it has completed a recapitalization of the company and secured an eight-figure capital investment from Bessemer Venture Partners. - September 08, 2007 - fig.
Jorley Communications (JorleyComm) Introduces a Simple Method for Consumers to Review Hospital Charges for Accuracy – The Hospital Stay Diary
The Diary allows consumers of healthcare services to monitor services delivered while in the hospital to allow for safe auditing of the hospital bill once received. - September 08, 2007 - Jorley Communications
Diomed Inc. Partners with Midwest Vein Center to Train Physicians on Laser Vein Treatment
J. Gordon Wright, MD, founder and medical director of the Midwest Vein Center (MVC) has been appointed by Diomed, Inc. to train physicians from across the United States on the use of minimally invasive laser treatments for varicose veins. Dr. Wright specializes exclusively in the treatment of vein... - September 08, 2007 - Midwest Vein Center
First Full-Time Female Phlebologist in Metropolitan Chicago to Join Midwest Vein Center
Midwest Vein Center (MVC) is expanding and has opened a new office in Orland Park, Ill. This vein care practice is committed to the non-surgical treatment of vein disorders. “My goal is to serve the Orland Park community in the best manner possible, combining the newest technologies with... - September 08, 2007 - Midwest Vein Center
Stephanie Van Dyke is Recognized by Points of Light Foundation
Stephanie Co-founded the Engeye Health Clinic in Uganda and is a Medical Student at Albany Medical College in New York - September 07, 2007 - Engeye
Cosmetic Surgery & Exotic Brazil
“Portuguese speaking Brazil is regarded as the world’s capitol of cosmetic surgery,” claims Dr. Barry L. Friedberg. In recognition of the Brazilian market, Friedberg’s “Anesthesia Cosmetic Surgery,” a ground-breaking book, is now scheduled for a Portuguese translation after only 4 months in print, according to publisher Cambridge University Press. Knowledge acquired in this book will empower patients to demand a safer, simpler anesthetic for their surgery. - September 07, 2007 - Barry L. Friedberg, M.D., Cosmetic Surgery Anesthesia
Positive Air, Inc. (SleepRestfully.com) Introduces One Stop Location for All CPAP, BiLevel Machines and Mask User Guides
SleepRestfully.com by Positive Air, Inc., a leader in the sleep apnea equipment and portable oxygen concentrator industry, announced today that you are now able to access all CPAP and BiLevel Machines and Mask user guides from one website. Positive Air, Inc. (SleepRestfully.com) offers low cost CPAP, BiLevel, APAP, Portable Oxygen Concentrators and other medical equipment from Resmed, Respironics, Fisher Paykel, Puritan Bennett and more. - September 06, 2007 - Sleep Restfully, Inc.
Ella Marie Figura, a Medical Billing and Account Manager for Health PCP, Has Been Named Princeton Premiers Honored Member in Healthcare
Ella Marie Figura, a medical billing and account manager for Health PCP, has been named Princeton Premiers Honored Member in Healthcare. At Health PCP, Ella handles customer service and collections as well as acting as office manager. Ella oversees all daily scheduling and billing and is... - September 06, 2007 - Princeton Premier
British Couples Travel to Poland for Effective Fertility Treatment
With limited treatment available on the NHS and comparatively high costs of treatment in private hospitals, British Couples trying to conceive are travelling overseas for fertility treatment as an alternative to seeking fertility treatment privately in the United Kingdom. In particular, Poland is emerging as an increasingly popular destination. - September 06, 2007 - StatMedica UK Ltd
First Certified EmoTrance Training in North America to Take Place in New York City in November
Training in EmoTrance, the leading edge in Energy Psychology, has until now, been available only in Europe. In November, EmoTranceUSA is sponsoring the First Certified EmoTrance Training in the US, for Self Help and for the Professional Practitioner. - September 05, 2007 - EmoTrance USA
Brannons Medical Opens Hollister Store
Brannons Brings Home Medical, Respiratory, Sleep Therapy, Diabetic Shoes, Mobility, and A Reputation for Excellent Service to Hollister and Salinas. - September 04, 2007 - Brannons Medical
Online Contact Lens Retailer Informing the Public
Contact Lens King - Proactive Positioning Of Silicone Hydrogel Lenses - September 04, 2007 - Contact Lens King
Dr. Donald Warne Health Care Heroes Community Outreach Finalist
The Business Journal of Phoenix named Dr. Donald Warne as a Health Care Heroes finalist in the Community Outreach category. - September 02, 2007 - WellCare Foundation
Call for Original Research Papers Within the Field of Cardiology
Nature Clinical Practice Cardiovascular Medicine is now accepting original research submissions of the following types: – Randomized, controlled trials – Systematic reviews/meta-analyses – Observational studies – Epidemiological studies – Translational studies - August 31, 2007 - Nature Publishing Group
Axis Medical Staffing™, Inc. Receives Joint Commission Certification
Axis Medical Staffing, a leading provider of supplemental medical staffing for facilities nationwide, today announced that the company has been recognized by the Joint Commission as achieving the Health Care Staffing Services certification. Ryan Skjonsberg, Co-CEO, Axis Medical Staffing, states... - August 30, 2007 - Axis Medical Staffing, Inc.
Michigan Life Sciences Pipeline to Kick Off MichBio Expo
The Michigan Life Sciences Pipeline announced today two new concurrent events that will lead into the opening reception of the 2007 MichBio Expo. - August 30, 2007 - CJPS Enterprises
Performance Logic, Inc., Launches Web-Based Employee Suggestion Tracker; New Feature Allows Organizations to Automate and Manage Employee Suggestion Programs
Performance Logic, Inc. (PL), a leading provider of SaaS project portfolio management (PPM) solutions for the healthcare, government, and financial industries, recently unveiled their new web-based idea tracker. The new tool allows employee suggestions to be captured from company-wide intranets and... - August 30, 2007 - Performance Logic, Inc.
LifeAfter50.com Announces New Dental Program and Enhanced Website
Visitors to LifeAfter50.com can now link directly to more than 30 dental plans offering from 10% to 60% discounts on most dental procedures including checkups, cleanings, crowns, root canals, dentures, oral surgery and even cosmetic dentistry on select plans. - August 29, 2007 - Southland Publishing, INC.
American Sleep Apnea Announces Remake of Video
Remake of 1994's "What is Sleep Apnea?" video made possible through grant. - August 29, 2007 - American Sleep Apnea Association
On September 11, It Will be Six Years Since the Attack on the Twin Towers. We Promised We Would Not Forget Them.
On September 11, it will be six years since the attack on the twin towers. Many of the rescue workers who survived, continue to deal with medical issues. “We promised we would not forget them.” - August 28, 2007 - MYSafety Mark
Fig. Announces New Chief Marketing Officer; Fast Growing Company Taps Rob Marandino to Join Executive Team
Fig., the leading authority in medically supervised body shaping, today announced that it has named Rob Marandino as the company’s chief marketing officer. - August 28, 2007 - fig.
Choice Medical Services Signs Agreement with Cubanacan Turismo Y Salud, Cuba’s Health Tourism Leader - Choice Sends U.S. Patient to Cuba, to Arrive Early Sept.
Choice Medical Services has arranged for an uninsured Georgia man to go to Cuba for low-cost medical care. He is expected to arrive in Cuba by early September for orthopedic surgery. Separately, Choice has signed an agreement with Cubanacan Turismo Y Salud (Cubanacan Tourism & Health), that allows Choice to provide access to Cuba's leading hotels and resorts for use by its patients. - August 28, 2007 - Choice Medical Services
Beth A. Black, President and CEO of Orlampa Enterprises, Inc. is Featured in the October, 2007 Issue of Healthier You
Beth A. Black, President and CEO of Orlampa Enterprises, Inc. is featured in the October 2007 issue of Healthier You, a national magazine that focuses on alternatives to traditional medical approaches to health. Orlampa Enterprises is an internet based product broker specializing in personalized health and wellness related services. - August 28, 2007 - Orlampa Enterprises
Claremont Researchers Receive Two Federal Grants to Study Organ Donation
Eusabio Alvaro and Jason Siegel's nearly $1.9 million from US Department of Health and Human Services will fund potentially life-saving research - August 26, 2007 - Claremont Graduate University
Dallas Wraps Its Arms Around Medically Supervised Body Shaping by fig.; Fig. to Help Patients Find Their Beautiful Shapes
Dallas is clearly demonstrating that when it comes to breakthroughs in eliminating body fat, the answer is fig.™ (http://www.fig.com) The leader in medically supervised body shaping is enjoying tremendous success, just eight weeks after opening its doors in three Dallas locations. More than... - August 25, 2007 - fig.
Automated Medical Systems Licenses Computerized Unit Dose Medication Dispensing Cart Technology
Automated Medical Systems (AMS) announced today that it has licensed worldwide exclusive rights to a technology invented by Mr. J. Todd Barrett of Mississippi. - August 25, 2007 - CJPS Enterprises