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Denise Anne Hargrove, Lead Specialist with Deloitte Consulting, Has Been Selected for Inclusion in the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier Registry
Denise Anne Hargrove, lead specialist with Deloitte Consulting, has been selected for inclusion in the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier Registry. Denise makes her home in Pikesville Maryland and earned her Masters Degree in Community Health and Nursing from the University of Maryland. Denise plays a... - November 29, 2007 - Princeton Premier
Extreme Makeover, Home Edition to Feature Family Living with Eosinophilic Gastrointestinal Disorders
APFED announced today it has received confirmation of the airing of Extreme Makeover, Home Edition, which will feature the Stockdale family from Middleton, Idaho with children living with Eosinophilic Gastrointestinal Disorders. The show will air on ABC on December 2, 2007. - November 29, 2007 - APFED
In Response to National Institutes of Health Warning, BeneOmega.com Announces Campaign to Combat Holiday Weight Gain
Recently, the National Institutes of Health released the results of a study indicating that the weight gained during the holidays is a major contributing factor to the obesity epidemic in the U.S. According to Dr. Jack Yanovski, M.D., Ph.D. of the NIH, “Although an average holiday weight gain... - November 28, 2007 - NourishLife LLC
Queralt LLC and MBBS, S.A. Enter Into Distribution Agreement for Sales of Metal RFID Tags for Surgical Trays and Instruments In the United States
Queralt LLC recently executed a distribution agreement with MBBS, S.A., a Switzerland manufacturer of radio frequency identification (RFID) solutions for surgical trays and instruments. - November 28, 2007 - Queralt Inc
"Awake" the Movie Highlights the Need for "Goldilocks" Anesthesia, Says Dr. Barry L. Friedberg
In the well-known fairy tale, Goldilocks finds Poppa bear's porridge too hot, Mama bear's porridge too cold, but Baby bear's porridge just right. ‘Goldilocks’ anesthesia alludes to minimally invasive anesthesia(MIA)® wherein patients are neither over-anesthetized nor under-anesthetized but 'just right.' - November 27, 2007 - Barry L. Friedberg, M.D., Cosmetic Surgery Anesthesia
How to Thrive at Disney World with Health Issues: New Travel Guide Helps Disney Vacation Dreams Come True
Traveling can be difficult or even impossible for people with health conditions, special needs or disabilities. In the new guide book, Walt Disney World with Disabilities, Stephen Ashley shares everything you need to know to thrive at Disney World with physical and emotional health conditions. - November 27, 2007 - Stephen Ashley
Texas Medical Transcription Institute Attracts Students with Online Training
New program for in-demand medical transcription field set to launch in January - November 27, 2007 - Texas Medical Transcription Institute
Baxa to Sponsor Exhibitor’s Theatre: How to Get Your Administration to Buy What You Need: Building a Solid Business Plan 101 at ASHP
Colorado-based pharmacy products manufacturer, Baxa Corporation, is sponsoring a program at the annual American Society of Health-System Pharmacists’ Midyear Clinical Meeting in Las Vegas, December 3rd. The speaker will discuss key financial analyses and metrics and how to use them to build a compelling business plan. - November 27, 2007 - Baxa Corporation
Princeton Premier Selects Michael J. S. Asher as an Honored Member of 2007 -2008 Registry
Princeton Premier Selects Michael J. S. Asher as an Honored Member of 2007 -2008 Registry. Michael is the Chief Executive Officer of Cels Limited. He has been instrumental in the success of his company. Michael oversees all aspects of company management including strategic planning, negotiation of... - November 27, 2007 - Princeton Premier
Baxa to Sponsor Exhibitor’s Theatre: The Pros and Cons of Standardized Parenteral Nutrition at ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting in Las Vegas
Colorado-based pharmacy products manufacturer, Baxa Corporation, is sponsoring a program at the annual American Society of Health-System Pharmacists’ Midyear Clinical Meeting in Las Vegas, December 3rd. The speaker will discuss parenteral nutrition safety issues and the differences between standardized formulations and a standardized process. - November 26, 2007 - Baxa Corporation
Sleep Disorder Research Funding: So Close, Yet So Far Away
Call goes out for advocacy for Congress to override Presidential veto for funding. - November 26, 2007 - American Sleep Apnea Association
Vienex USA Inc. Announces Launch of Mystique Feminine Wipes – A Natural Odor-Neutralizing Product for the Female Market
Vienex USA Inc. announced yesterday their launch of Mystique Feminine Wipes – an odor neutralizing product for the female market. Produced from natural ingredients, Mystique Feminine Wipes is fragrance-free and represents a product not readily available in the US market. Gynecologist... - November 25, 2007 - Mystique Feminine Wipes
Lauren Bush, Miss Universe, Cassie, Maggie Rizer, Naughty by Nature, Heatherette, Tinsley Mortimer and Many Celebrities Flock to the New York AIDS Film Festival Red Ball
The New York AIDS Film Festival 5th Annual Red Ball gives awards and also boasts a celebrity fashion show. It is hosted by Lauren Bush, Maggie Rizer, Greta Cavazzoni and Suzanne Engo. It boasts celebs like R&B sensation, Cassie, Naughty By Nature, Danity Kane, and socialites like Luigi Tadini, Tinsley Mortimer and more. The awards will go to Heatherette, Miss Universe Riyo Mori, BET and GMHC for 25 years of service. - November 24, 2007 - The New York AIDS Film Festival
Old Colony Elderly Services Nominates Family Caregiver - Donna Dibbern Receives Award from State
Old Colony Elderly Services, Inc. (OCES) one of 27 private, non-profit Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the state, recently nominated Donna Dibbern, a resident of Halifax, MA, for the Massachusetts Family Caregivers Award. Ms. Dibbern is a family caregiver who cares for multiple family... - November 23, 2007 - Old Colony Elderly Services
Dr. Jess Barr Desbrow, DC - A Unique and Thoughtful Business Launch
Jess Barr Desbrow is about to enter the saturated professional world of Chiropractic in beautiful Portland, Oregon. She is also nearing a time when she would like to start a family. Not unlike many women out there, she has trained for many years for a rewarding profession, yet aches to find a balance with motherhood. She describes her thought process, options, and final thoughtful choice on her upcoming business launch. - November 22, 2007 - Growing Care Chiropractic, Craniosacral and Massage
Healthcare Scouts Gives at Thanksgiving
Healthcare Scouts is pleased to support organizations like the Greater Orlando Food Outreach and the Compassion Outreach Center. The goal of this organization is to help battle hunger and poverty in Central Florida, by providing food, and other resources and tools to help families struggling with... - November 22, 2007 - Healthcare Scouts
Mr. Harrison Prentice-Mott, B.A. Has Been Selected for Inclusion in the the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier Registry
Mr. Harrison Prentice-Mott, B.A. Has Been Selected for Inclusion in the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier Registry. Mr. Harrison Prentice - Mott studied Physics at the University of Pennsylvania where he received his Bachelors Degree. He is the recipient of the Williams E. Stevens Award in 2006... - November 22, 2007 - Princeton Premier
National Deaf Academy Announces New CEO
The National Deaf Academy announced a new CEO to continue to grow the vision of its original founder. NDA is a residential psychiatric facility providing services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing children, adolescents and adults and autistic individuals that have a communication disorder. - November 21, 2007 - National Deaf Academy
Overall Ambulatory PACS Market Scores Decline in KLAS’ 2007 Report
KLAS Announces Publication of its Ambulatory PACS Report. - November 21, 2007 - KLAS
Baxa Corporation Signs Strategic Reseller Agreement with MedKeeper for Web-Based Productivity Tool
Baxa Corporation announces its agreement with MedKeeper to market and sell a Web-based program that tracks pharmacy doses from order entry to delivery. Under the agreement, Baxa Corporation has exclusive sales and distribution rights for all worldwide healthcare markets for the MedKeeper software. - November 21, 2007 - Baxa Corporation
South Shore Caregiver Collaborative to Hold "Creating Balance & Relaxation" Presentation for Caregivers on November 29
Caregivers can learn techniques to create balance and find peace this holiday season during the “Creating Balance & Relaxation” presentation offered by South Shore Caregiver Collaborative. - November 21, 2007 - South Shore Elder Services
The Endocrine Society Partners with Anatstat USA Health Education Media to Develop Enduring Products to the Society’s Clinical Practice Guidelines
Anatstat USA Health Education Media and The Endocrine Society are pleased to announce a collaborative partnership, focusing on the development of enduring products to The Endocrine Society’s Clinical Practice Guidelines. These enduring products will serve to increase awareness and... - November 21, 2007 - Anatstat USA Health Education Media
MCAT Guru Dr. Brett Ferdinand to Lecture in Plattsburgh
Lancer Media, Inc. and RuveneCo, in conjunction with MCAT-Prep.com, is proud and excited to announce that Dr. Brett L. Ferdinand, M.D., the MCAT Prep Guru, has agreed to lecture and direct MCAT Camp. - November 21, 2007 - MCAT-Prep.com
Taj Medical Coordinates Successful Hip Resurfacing Treatment in India
Leading Medical Tourism Facilitator, The Taj Medical Group Limited, recently coordinated Birmingham Hip Resurfacing treatment in India for Wendy Greening of Portland, OR. - November 21, 2007 - The Taj Medical Group
Education Center Incorporates Evidence-Based Practices Within Anger Management Classes
Daybreak Counseling Service, the leader in anger management education and anger management classes moves to incorporate evidence-based practices within its anger management course curriculum. A growing amount of literature confirms that in addition to targeting specified behaviors such as... - November 20, 2007 - Daybreak Counseling Service
Lisa S. Minton Has Been Named Princeton Premiers Honored Member in Healthcare
Lisa S. Minton has been named Princeton Premiers Honored Member in Healthcare. Lisa is currently pursuing her Bachelors Degree in Science and Nursing from Wright State University in hopes of becoming a Registered Nurse. She hopes to complete her coursework in November of 2007. Lisa makes her home... - November 18, 2007 - Princeton Premier
Positive Air, Inc. (SleepRestfully.com) Launches Forum to Assist Sleep Apnea and Oxygen Patients
Positive Air, Inc., a leader in the sleep apnea and portable oxygen industry, announced the launch of a forum to assist visitors. - November 18, 2007 - Sleep Restfully, Inc.
Elizabeth A. Acheson Has Been Selected for Inclusion in the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier Registry
Elizabeth A. Acheson has been selected for inclusion in the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier Registry. Elizabeth was educated at the Boston School of Business Education. Currently, Elizabeth is the Voluntary Services Officer with the VA Medical Center. She performs as an educator, mediator and mentor... - November 17, 2007 - Princeton Premier
Medical Tourism Association Launches its Worldwide “Medical Tourism Magazine”
The Medical Tourism Association, the first non-profit trade association representing Global Healthcare Providers in the Medical Tourism Industry has launched the first worldwide Medical Tourism Magazine. Medical Tourism, the growing industry of patients traveling overseas for medical treatment,... - November 16, 2007 - Medical Tourism Association™
Medical Tourism Association Holds World's First Medical Tourism Membership Meeting & Forum
The Medical Tourism Association will hold its first membership meeting which will be open to the general public December 3rd at 8:30 am in Washington DC. Medical Tourism otherwise known as Health Tourism or Medical Travel is where Americans travel overseas to foreign countries to receive world class medical treatment at almost 90% less than in the United States. Over 500,000 Americans traveled overseas in 2006, and it is expected in 2008 that several million Americans will travel overseas. - November 16, 2007 - Medical Tourism Association™
DYONYX Selected by Kardia Health Systems to Provide IT Infrastructure and Managed Services
Kardia’s Advanced, Web-based Echocardiography Information Management System requires highly scalable and reliable IT infrastructure - November 15, 2007 - DYONYX, LP
"Donde West Death Highlights Unnecessary Risk of General Anesthesia for Cosmetic Surgery," Asserts Dr. Friedberg
In 2004, Olivia Goldsmith, author of the First Wives’ Club, died during cosmetic surgery. More recently, Dr. Donde West, mother of rapper Kanye West, died following cosmetic surgery. “Aside from post-mastectomy reconstruction, there are no medical reasons for cosmetic surgery. Therefore, no avoidable anesthesia risks, like those associated with general anesthesia, are acceptable,” claims Dr. Barry L. Friedberg. - November 15, 2007 - Barry L. Friedberg, M.D., Cosmetic Surgery Anesthesia
New Internet Site Helps Patients with Rising Prescription Drug Costs
A free, new Internet site called OPTIMIZERx (www.optimizerx.com) is now available to help the majority of patients reduce their rising costs for prescription medications. With escalating costs now being passed on to patients, many Americans are finding out the hard way that even with healthcare insurance, they are not immune to the rising cost of prescription medication. - November 15, 2007 - OptimizeRx
Marsh Signs Pact with Paradigm to Give Clients Access to Services Aimed at Reducing Workers Comp Catastrophic Costs
Firm Provides Case Management for Costliest Claims: Workers with Catastrophic Injuries and Chronic Pain Issues. - November 15, 2007 - Paradigm Management Services
Campbell’s Nutrition Announces the Iowa Guide to Alternative Practitioners
Campbell’s Nutrition, a natural foods and organic grocery store based in Des Moines, Iowa, is pleased to announce their newest project – the Iowa Guide to Alternative Practitioners. The online guide, located on their website – www.campbellsnutrition.com – aims to provide Iowans with a simple, interactive way to find natural, alternative practitioners in the Des Moines area. - November 14, 2007 - Campbell's Nutrition
Baxa Corporation to Bring USP, ASHE and CAHED Together for a Joint Forum on USP 797 Compliance at the STAR Center
Baxa Corporation announces plans to launch new course offering with an industry forum on USP 797 compliance and facility design. The forum, held in the STAR (Skills Training, Academics and Resources) Center, will bring together industry leaders to better understand the requirements of USP 797 and their practical application for facility design and environmental control. - November 14, 2007 - Baxa Corporation
Clinical Trials in Russia, 3rd Quarter 2007
According to SynRG Orange Paper, in the 3rd Quarter 2007, the overall volume of the clinical trials in Russia and its basic parameters are generally the same as in the corresponding quarter of the last year. In the 3rd Quarter 2007 RosZdravNadzor (RZN) has issued 141 approvals for conducting new clinical trials, which is 2% more than in Q3 2006. - November 14, 2007 - Synergy Research Group
Positive Air, Inc. (SleepRestfully.com) to Provide Patient Software for Respironics’ CPAP, Auto CPAP and BiPAP Machines
Positive Air, Inc., a leader in the sleep apnea and portable oxygen industry, announced that Respironics’ has released Encore Viewer software for patient use. - November 14, 2007 - Sleep Restfully, Inc.
DRE Announces Launch of Enhanced Medical Equipment Website
DRE unveils an upgraded website with enhanced features that provide expanded resources and greater ease-of-use for the medical equipment industry. - November 14, 2007 - DRE Medical Equipment
Paradigm Management Services, LLC Names Robert Fahlman Chief Executive Officer
Paradigm Management Services, the leading provider of workers compensation, catastrophic and complex medical management services, has named Robert Fahlman as Chief Executive Officer. Robert Fahlman has accumulated twenty-seven years of experience in the healthcare industry with an impressive... - November 13, 2007 - Paradigm Management Services
Dr. Lisa Roberts to Participate in AAGL Global Congress
Gynecology and Laparoscopic Surgeons, P.C. (www.glsi.info), has announced that Dr. Lisa Roberts, the practice’s owner, is participating in the 36th Global Congress of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, sponsored by the AAGL (formerly the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists). The... - November 13, 2007 - Gynecology and Laparoscopic Surgeons, P.C.
South Shore Elder Services & the Family Caregiver Support Program to Hold Caregiver 101 Series in November & December
South Shore Elder Services will hold free “Caregiving 101” programs on November 14th and December 5th, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at their offices at 159 Bay State Drive in Braintree. “Caregiver 101” provides information on community resources, support and respite services... - November 13, 2007 - South Shore Elder Services
South Shore Skin Center Announces “Paperless” Practice
South Shore Skin Center, one of Massachusetts’ most progressive dermatology practices offering a wide range of medical, surgical and cosmetic services to a vast clientele south of Boston, has recently gone “paperless” and integrated an Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system. - November 13, 2007 - South Shore Skin Center
Medical Tourism Association Scheduled to Visit hospitals in Philippines & Taiwan - November 18th through the 26th
The Medical Tourism Association, the industry's first non-profit trade association for international healthcare providers, departs this week for a two week visit of hospitals in the Philippines and Taiwan. - November 13, 2007 - Medical Tourism Association™
A Healing Touch.biz Launches a New Promotion for November and December for the Morfam Massager
With the growing price index of medical products for the professional and lay person A Healing Touch.biz has reduced the Morfam Jeanie Rub Massager (variable speed) during November and December. The Company wanted to give back to their customers and set an unprecedented sale for the Morfam at $200... - November 12, 2007 - A Healing Touch
Leading Medical Tourism Company Signs with Largest Hospitals in Panama
As Medical Tourism is booming in Panama, the two largest hospitals in the country sign with the leading medical tourism company. These alliances promise to have a great impact on this country's fast growing industry. - November 12, 2007 - Panahealth, Corp.
DrugRepTime.com is the Educational and Training Blog for Pharmaceutical Sales Representatives
DrugRepTime.com is an independent Blog for professional men and women in pharmaceutical sales. Currently there are over 100 thousand drug reps in the United States alone. Growing competition in the market place and overall unfavorable conditions of the market in the US for Pharma call for quality... - November 12, 2007 - Drug Rep Time
Old Colony Elderly Services Donates Caregiving Books to Libraries in 23 Towns
In honor of November as National Caregiver Month, Old Colony Elderly Services, Inc. (OCES) Family Caregiver Support Program is donating three caregiving books to each of the main libraries in towns throughout the Plymouth County area as well as in Avon, Easton and Stoughton. - November 10, 2007 - Old Colony Elderly Services
Hand Sanitizer Manufacturer Responds to MRSA Outbreak; Soapopular Brand Reaches Out to Schools Throughout the US
MGS Soapopular, an affiliate of Mata Global Solutions and the exclusive United States distributor and marketer of Soapopular brand hand alcohol-free sanitizer products extends nationwide offer to schools systems and day care facilities throughout the United States to help protect against MRSA. - November 09, 2007 - Mischler Financial Group, Inc.
Lifetime TV's "Faces of Breast Cancer" Features Portrait by f8 Photo Studios
Jonathan Kaz and Cara Galati of f8 Photos Studios in Raleigh know exactly what the face of breast cancer looks like. They’ve seen it on their own mothers. So they were especially pleased recently when they learned that Lifetime TV’s online “Faces of Breast Cancer” campaign... - November 08, 2007 - f8 Photo Studios