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Contaminated Chemotherapy Treatment for Leukemia, Jury Awards 18.5 Million in Medical Malpractice Suit
A 25 year old Toms River man paralyzed from the waist down after receiving contaminated chemotherapy treatment for leukemia was awarded $18.5 million by a Superior court jury in New Brunswick, New Jersey - July 31, 2007 - Barry R. Eichen
South Shore Elder Services to Hold Caregiving 101 Seminars
South Shore Elder Services will hold free “Caregiving 101” seminars for family caregivers in August, September and October at their executive offices located at 159 Bay State Drive in Braintree. Presented in conjunction with the Family Caregiver Support Program, the Caregiver 101... - July 31, 2007 - South Shore Elder Services
Xymogen Inc. Begins Marketing of Zyto Bio-Technology to Healthcare Practitioners
Xymogen Inc. executive board members have begun using Zyto technology in their own private practices after a demonstration at a recent board meeting. The company has begun marketing the technology to health care practitioners. - July 31, 2007 - Zyto Corp.
Dr. Rahim Karjoo, MD to Provide Natural Mineral to Morgellons Patients
After observing remarkable recovery in one of his patients, Dr. Rahim Karjoo, MD now believes we must conduct clinical trials to demonstrate the effectiveness of this natural mineral. - July 30, 2007 - MorgellonsHope.com
Dentist Split on the Ethics of Dental Marketing: The Wealthy Dentist Survey Results
Dentists are in an ethical quandary when it comes to dental marketing, according to a Wealthy Dentist poll. Just over half of dentists reported feeling that dental practice marketing is bad for the profession in the eyes of the public. However, with dental advertising more common than ever, many feel pressured to join the game in order to stay competitive. - July 29, 2007 - The Wealthy Dentist
Analysts In Media Announces Successful BPA Audit of Future Healthcare
Analysts In Media is pleased to announce a successful BPA audit of Future Healthcare. Future Healthcare is a report which unites the leading healthcare industry experts and world-class editorial from key opinion leaders who are shaping the future of the medical industry in a dynamic forum to... - July 28, 2007 - Analysts In Media
Now Patients Can Get Advice from Doctors on the Internet. eHealthopinion – Innovative ehealth / Telemedicine Services Launched
eHealthopinion is a classic web 2.0 application. It provides a platform to connect patients, referring doctors and experts. The patient can prepare a case which is similar to that when a patient represents a case to a doctor in conventional face to face visit. And send it to the expert for a diagnosis, treatment, second opinion or follow up. - July 28, 2007 - Medisoft Telemedicine Pvt. Ltd.
ZYTO Corp. Announces Strategic Marketing Alliance with XYMOGEN Improves Revenue
ZYTO Corp. has announced that it has entered into a strategic marketing agreement with XYMOGEN for the sale of ZYTO technology to XYMOGEN customers. The joint marketing agreement brings higher sales revenues to both companies. - July 28, 2007 - Zyto Corp.
Healthcare Scouts Honored at the NAHCR Image 2007 Conference
Healthcare Scouts recognized for their support of the NAHCR Image 2007 conference along with Gannett Healthcare Group and CBS News 60 Minutes correspondent, Scott Pelley - July 27, 2007 - Healthcare Scouts
Opening of a New Health Renewal Center in the Heart of Beverly Hills
Combining a multi-specialty approach to holistic healthcare, with the latest generation of equipment. - July 27, 2007 - Absolute Health of Los Angeles
Clinical Trials in Russia - 2nd Quarter 2007
On July 25, 2007 Synergy Research Group (SynRG), a Russia-based CRO, presented the current issue of its Orange Paper, a regular analytical report on the market of clinical trials in Russia. The report contains hundreds of figures as well as 11 Tables and 9 Pictures covering various aspects of the... - July 27, 2007 - Synergy Research Group
South Shore Elder Services of Braintree Receives Norwell VNA’s Outreach Award
South Shore Elder Services, a private, non-profit agency in Braintree providing seniors and caregivers with valuable resources and services, has recently received the “2007 Community Outreach Award” from the Norwell Visiting Nurse Association, Inc. (NVNA). Meg Doherty, Director of NVNA... - July 27, 2007 - South Shore Elder Services
Lighter Life to be Featured on www.fathappens.com: Anne Diamond’s Website Designed to Help People Take Control of Their Weight
LighterLife, (www.lighterlife.com) a leading provider of weight-loss and weight-management programmes, announced today that it is to be featured on the website www.fathappens.com. The website, which has 10,000 members worldwide is organised by TV’s Anne Diamond and is designed to offer... - July 27, 2007 - LighterLife
Health and Medical News Company, MedNews.com Launched by Argonaut Ventures
MedNews.com, a health, fitness and medical news company funded by Argonaut Ventures, offers comprehensive news tools for health care consumers, medical professionals, and media publishers. - July 27, 2007 - Argonaut Ventures
The Greek Restaurant Tycoon, Stavros, Has Joined with New York College of Health Professions to Create the Stavros Sumptuous Diet
Stavros co-owner of the New York City Kellari, has joined with New York College of Health Professions (www.nycollege.edu), to teach and demonstrate how to eat great tasting sumptuous meals, while losing weight and maintaining your health. - July 26, 2007 - New York College
The University of California, Irvine Was Recently Ranked 19th in the United States for Urology
The University of California, Irvine was recently ranked 19th in the United States for Urology by US News and World Report. Dr. David Ornstein is co-director of Urologic Oncology at The University of California, Irvine and specializes in robotic surgery for the treatment of urologic cancers. He has completed 275 robotic radical prostatectomies and more than 30 robotic radical cystectomies with urinary diversions. Learn more about Dr. Ornstein and robotic surgery at www.davidornsteinmd.com. - July 26, 2007 - DavidOrnsteinMD.com
Rabbit Healthcare Systems Chosen for ASCO Oncology Symposium
Austin, Texas, technology company among seven of 23 vendors invited to participate - July 24, 2007 - Rabbit Healthcare Systems
Local Merger Creates Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute
Western Monmouth Orthopedic Associates and New Jersey Orthopedic Associates have merged to form Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC (AOSMI). The seven practicing physicians have a combined 100 years of experience practicing medicine, and are all committed to providing Patient-Centered, Patient-Focused care, positioning AOSMI as a leading provider of orthopedic health care in Central New Jersey and the Monmouth County, NJ area. - July 23, 2007 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
State of the Heart Writer Speaks Up
In interview, Maggi Ann Grace, author and medical tourist, talks about her Senate testimony regarding globalised healthcare and offers to accompany medical tourists to India. - July 22, 2007 - New Medical Horizons Inc.
Beauty Experts at South Shore Skin Center Announce Expanded Anti-Aging Treatments
Ageless Appeal - July 21, 2007 - South Shore Skin Center
Claremont Home to Area’s First IT Focused Health Information Management Degree
Claremont Graduate University School of Information Systems and Technology has recognized the need for quality education in this field, and in September of 2007 will begin a groundbreaking Master’s degree program in HIM. - July 20, 2007 - Claremont Graduate University
“Premix vs. Custom TPN” Technical Paper Sponsored by Baxa Corporation Now Posted on Expert411.com for Media Access
The “Premix vs. Custom TPN” technical paper, sponsored by Baxa Corporation, is now available at Expert411.com for media and professional access. The paper, which provides a history of nutritional best practice and an examination of the use of premixed solutions for parenteral nutrition, is authored by Louis S. Diorio, RPh, and David L. Thomas, RPh MBA, both with Certified Consultant Pharmacists Healthcare Associates , Inc of Chatham, NJ. - July 18, 2007 - Baxa Corporation
All4 Inc. Welcomes Former PADEP Division Chief John Slade
All4 Inc. (ALL4) is very excited to announce that John F. Slade will be joining ALL4 on August 1, 2007 as a Senior Consultant. For the past 13 years, John was the Chief of the Division of Permits in the Bureau of Air Quality for the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PADEP). ALL4 is an environmental consulting firm located in Kimberton, PA. - July 17, 2007 - All4 Inc.
Dr. Lars-Ake Brodin Appointed to Aventyn® Inc. Advisory Board
Internationally acclaimed research scientist, inventor and clinical physiologist at the renowned Karolinska University hospital and KTH Institute, Stockholm Dr. Brodin shares cardiac domain specific expertise and proven best practices. - July 17, 2007 - Aventyn Inc.
Dental Hygienist Hourly Pay Rates: The Wealthy Dentist Survey Results
Dentists report paying their dental hygienists about $36 per hour, according to a Wealthy Dentist poll. Many dentists expressed resentment over the high price tag of a dental hygienist. Location is highly correlated with hourly base pay, with urban California hygienists being paid twice as much as their rural Southern counterparts. - July 16, 2007 - The Wealthy Dentist
Baxa Corporation Named One of Best Companies to Work for in Colorado
For the second year in a row, Englewood-based Baxa Corporation has been selected as one of Colorado’s best companies to work for; based on results from employee surveys by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). Best Company finalists promote the best employment opportunities in the state – attracting new workers and promoting their retention. - July 16, 2007 - Baxa Corporation
LifeGuard Medical Solutions Recognized for Growth and Profitability
National cardiac care firm receives award as one of the top 500 fastest-growing private companies in America - July 16, 2007 - Lifeguard Medical Solutions
Western Botanicals Introduces New Herbal Lotion
Western Botanical Inc. comes out with an all-natural, herbal skin lotion called Essential Skin Care, and they can't keep it in stock. At the beginning of July 2007, Western Botanicals Inc. started to sell their new herbal lotion. It has some great reviews by customers. This lotion, unlike so many... - July 15, 2007 - Western Botanicals Inc.
The Anderson & Anderson Anger Management Model Breaks New Ground in “Couples Counseling”
Couples struggling with ongoing conflict and frustrated with failed couples counseling turn to Carlos Todd, LPC, NCC, CAMF for help to resolve the problem of anger in their relationship. Carlos Todd is the Founder of Todd’s Anger Management Solutions located in Charlotte, NC and has been doing innovative work using the Anderson & Anderson anger management model to do what marriage counselors sometimes fail at--resolve martial conflict - July 15, 2007 - Todd's Anger Management Solutions
Aventyn, Inc. Announces CLIP® v1.0 Achieves Microsoft Platform Test Certification
Connected clinical information processing solution for delivering efficient healthcare meets the criteria for the Microsoft Platform Test for ISV Solutions program; Windows Server and SQL Server 2005. - July 15, 2007 - Aventyn Inc.
End Malaria – Blue Ribbon Clubs Initiated by Indian Leader with Educational Goals, Partnerships and Empowering Messages
Malaria Foundation International (MFI) embraces End Malaria - Blue Ribbon Clubs initiated in India. - July 14, 2007 - Malaria Foundation International
BizRx Expert Advises Doctors About Bank Financing for Practices at med3q.com
Alliance Bank’s Linda Mounce Outlines Realistic Approach for Physicians Seeking Funding for Medical Groups, Outpatient Surgery and Imaging Centers - July 13, 2007 - med3q
Med3q.Com Launches BizRx™: The Prescription for Healthy Physician Practices
One dose of BizRx™ a day keeps the doctor’s practice in good health. - July 13, 2007 - med3q
Med3q.Com Brings Social Networking to Physicians, Health-Conscious Consumers
Free Website Helps Doctors Save Time, Make Informed Business Decisions; Gives All Members Tools to Better Manage Their Health - July 13, 2007 - med3q
Parrish Medical Center Chooses Noblis’ RASMAS to Streamline Medical Recall Processing
America’s #1 Healing Hospital to Use the Risk And Safety Management Alert System (RASMAS) to Manage Medical Recalls - July 13, 2007 - Noblis
South Shore Elder Services’ “Aging is Everyone’s Future”
Conference for Seniors and their families a great success - July 12, 2007 - South Shore Elder Services
Alt Benefit Consultants Unveils New Corporate Structure
Alt Benefit Consultants Make Positive Business Changes - New Owner, Look Part of Renewed Commitment to Clients, Growth - July 12, 2007 - Alt Benefits Consultants
Catholic Health System Signs Deal with Algonquin Studios
Catholic Health System has chosen QuantumCMS as its new content management system and technology platform. QuantumCMS provides easy-to-use web content management and an open architecture for integrating existing and future systems. Catholic Health System provides health care to hundreds of... - July 12, 2007 - Algonquin Studios, Inc
Biology, Quantum Physics, Energy Medicine, Galvanic Skin Response Combine for Bio-technology
Zyto bio-technology enables healthcare providers to use a computer to communicate directly with a patient’s body. It is based on biology, quantum physics, energy medicine, galvanic skin response, and doctors of all kinds love it. - July 11, 2007 - Zyto Corp.
Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute Revolutionizes Knee Replacement Procedures for Women
The orthopedic surgeons at the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC (AOSMI) are among the first surgeons in the Freehold, New Jersey area to offer the Zimmer® Gender Solutions™ Knee, which is the first and only knee replacement shaped to fit a woman’s anatomy. - July 11, 2007 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Dr. Nasar Appointed Medical Director of CentraState Total Joint Center
Dr. Alan Nasar, a leading orthopedic surgeon at the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC (AOSMI), is the newly appointed medical director of the Total Joint Center of New Jersey. He draws from his training and experience in orthopedic care and mechanical engineering to offer his patients a variety of joint replacement options that are designed for faster recovery and better outcomes. - July 11, 2007 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
MedcomSoft Continues to Achieve Strong Growth in Sales
MedcomSoft Inc. (TSX-MSF), a provider of the next generation of interoperable electronic health records (EHR), today announced that quarterly sales of MedcomSoft Record licenses continue to surpass fiscal 2006 levels as the Company experiences sales growth across the country and among numerous... - July 11, 2007 - MedcomSoft
American Celiac Disease Alliance Announces New Members
The American Celiac Disease Alliance (ACDA), recognized for its efforts to improve the nation's food labeling laws, is pleased to announce its new members. Like the other members of the internationally recognized nonprofit, the eight new members represent medical researchers, patient support groups, and food manufacturers. They look forward to new challenges, and working together to improve the lives of those with celiac disease. - July 10, 2007 - American Celiac Disease Alliance
South Shore Dermatologists Announce New Acne Treatment
The dermatologists at South Shore Skin Center have recently announced a new and highly effective treatment for acne, ClindaReach by Dusa Pharmaceuticals. South Shore Skin Center is one of Massachusetts’ most innovative dermatology practices offering a wide range of medical, surgical and... - July 10, 2007 - South Shore Skin Center
Aloetrade America Launched New Aloe-Spa Services for Worldwide Spas
Aloetrade America LLC (www.aloetradeamerica.com), has launched its new Aloe-Spa Services for worldwide markets, which includes a wide range of services performed basically with aloe premium products. The Aloe Spa services -all aloe based- includes facial treatments, body treatments, masks, baths, wraps, massages, exfoliations, salon services, and health and nutrition services. - July 07, 2007 - Aloetrade America LLC
The Tumultuous Relationship Between Dentists and Dental Consultants: The Wealthy Dentist Survey Results
Dental consultants have disappointed many dentists, according to a Wealthy Dentist poll. The survey found that the majority of dentists report having had negative experiences with dental consulting. Complaints were wide-ranging: dental management consultants are overpriced, inexperienced, impersonal, or even looking for religious converts. - July 06, 2007 - The Wealthy Dentist
Free Expert Incontinence Product Advice Nationwide with Disposables Delivered
Disposables Delivered LLC, (www.disposablesdelivered.com) offers innovative solutions to meet the changing demands of today’s continence challenged population. Confidential on-line professional advice, product selection guidance, discount programs, automatic shipping plans and nationwide home delivery options are worry-free solutions offered by Disposables Delivered, LLC by phone consultation or on-line at www.disposablesdelivered.com. - July 06, 2007 - Disposables Delivered, LLC
Heart Defibrillators for Health Clubs - Providing AED's at Discounted Pricing
New initiative established to raise the standard of care for community safety by placing automated external defibrillators (AED's) within heath club facilities - July 06, 2007 - Lifeguard Medical Solutions
Healthbase Prescribes Medical Tourism Ensuring Good Healthcare for All Americans – Uninsured, Underinsured and Insured
Michael Moore’s latest movie, SiCKO, makes clear the present healthcare scene in America. In such a situation, international healthcare providers help Americans by providing them the healthcare they need at an affordable cost. Medical tourism, as the practice is called, benefits not only uninsured and underinsured Americans but insured Americans as well. Healthbase offers help to patients going overseas for surgery by saving them money and making accessible services not covered by their insurer. - July 05, 2007 - Healthbase Online Inc.
New Joesoef Skin Care 4 Step Acne Facial Treatment Kit with Natural Volcanic Sulfur to Treat Acne and Oily Skin Poised to Compete with Proactiv and Murad for Market Share
Joesoef Skin Care is formulated and developed by world renowned dermatologist Dr Joesoef, who has successfully formulated with ingredeints indigenous to Indonesia with innovative cosmeceutical technology and 50 years of experience to deliver clinical strenght skin care remedies that are uniquely... - July 04, 2007 - Dr Joesoef Skin Care