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XECAN Integrates Palm, Facial Recognition and RFID Identification Devices to MOSAIQ via Its Software, Bringing Improvements to Delivery of Care
XECAN today announced its compatibility with Elekta’s MOSAIQ Patient Verification and Patient Queuing Modules to bring biometric/RFID workflow improvement solutions to Elekta’s MOSAIQ. Using smart ID technology, XECAN improves clinical workflow and patient satisfaction through the use... - April 03, 2018 - Xecan Smart Clinic
Dr. Sanjay Razdan Recognized as Best Urologist by Multiple Organizations in 2018
Dr. Sanjay Razdan, a Urologist from the International Robotic Prostatectomy Institute in Miami, Florida was just recognized as one of the Best Urologists in Florida in 2018 by Three Best Rated. Dr. Razdan has also been nominated for the prestigious Healthcare Heroes award by the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce. - April 03, 2018 - International Robotic Prostatectomy Institute
Midwest Biotech Supply Launches Offerings to Support Biotech Companies Focused on Improving the Human Condition
Midwest Biotech Supply (MBS), a division of Wallo Brands, today announced its launch and offerings of research services and products such as custom protein expression and purification and production of essential biotechnology reagents. MBS is launching with the commitment to improve the world... - April 03, 2018 - Wallo Brands LLC
Solidiance Releases New White Paper, "The ~USD 320 Billion Healthcare Challenge in Asean"
The six major economies in ASEAN – Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam, Thailand, and Singapore – are facing an unprecedented rise in healthcare cost in the coming decade. Solidiance’s latest white paper, “The ~USD 320 billion healthcare challenge in ASEAN,” explores the reasons behind rising healthcare costs, provide the value opportunities, and suggest measurable actions to improve the industry over time. - March 31, 2018 - YCP Solidiance
MarcasUSA, LLC Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Pasta De Lassar Andromaco Skin Protectant 25% Zinc Oxide 60g Due to Potential Contamination
MarcasUSA, LLC is voluntarily recalling four lots of Pasta De Lassar Andromaco Skin Protectant, 25% zinc oxide to the retail level. FDA analysis of this product confirmed that Pasta De Lassar Andromaco is contaminated with high levels of yeast, mold, and bacteria. The specific lot associated to the... - March 30, 2018 - MarcasUSA, LLC
Phlebotomy Career Training Incorporates Echocardiogram Training Into Their Electrocardiogram and Telemetry Online Class
Due to popular demand, Phlebotomy Career Training has now added instruction in echocardiogram as part of the Electrocardiogram Cardiac Monitor Technician course curriculum. - March 29, 2018 - Phlebotomy Career Training
Tyson Ranch Releases Pain Release Remedy CopperGel™; Former Heavyweight Champion Mike Tyson’s 40-Acre Ranch is Delivering Its First Product for Pain Relief
Known as the "baddest man on the planet" from his days in the ring, Mike Tyson has begun a new venture on Tyson Ranch, which is releasing their first-ever product, CopperGel™. Tyson worked alongside co-owner and founder, Rob Hickman to create a powerful pain relief remedy. - March 29, 2018 - CopperGel
PONTE HEALTH Executives Finalize Design and Construction Team and Pen Vision Statement for Vertical Medical City Into the Future
Executives have finalized selection of the Experts and Consulting Team to work with PONTE HEALTH in the Design and Construction of Vertical Medical City coming to Downtown Orlando, and recently penned down a Vision Statement to carry them into the future: "To Be the Global Leader of the Aging-in-Place Experience." - March 28, 2018 - PONTE HEALTH GLOBAL CORP.
Attention Dog Owners: Omni CBD Wants to Hear from You
Omni CBD is working with a leading CBD provider to poll dog owners across the country on the positive effects their CBD Dog Treats have on their dogs. The leading CBD firm has received many great comments on their CBD Vape pens and CBD Oil products from humans and now is looking for comments from... - March 28, 2018 - Omni CBD
Naghmana Bajwa, M.D. Recognized as a VIP Member by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Naghmana Bajwa, M.D. of Long Grove, Illinois has been recognized as a VIP Member for 2018 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of research & development. About Naghmana Bajwa, M.D. Dr. Naghmana Bajwa has almost 20 years... - March 28, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
MedAware Systems to Present Two Papers at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference
MedAware Systems, Inc. announced today that it is presenting two important research papers at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference® (AAIC®) in Chicago this July. The papers will be presented by Founder and Chief Science Officer, Dr. Zung Vu Tran, one the world’s... - March 28, 2018 - Biomed Industries Inc.
Dr. Dror Paley Expands His Team at the Paley Orthopedic & Spine Institute
Dr. Dror Paley, board-certified, fellowship-trained and known worldwide for his expertise in limb lengthening and prolific career with over 20,000 procedures for patients from around the globe, employs highly specialized deformity correction surgery - March 28, 2018 - Paley Orthopedic and Spine Institute
PatientClick Featured as Top Telemedicine Solution by Insightscare
PatientClick has been featured as a top telemedicine EHR/EMR solution by the publication Insightscare. - March 28, 2018 - PatientClick
Bridges of Indiana Celebrates World Autism Day April 2, 2018
Bridges of Indiana (State-Wide) and Bridges Autism Therapies in Evansville will recognize World Autism Day on April 2, 2018. Bridges invites clients, families, guardians, care team members, community members and other interested parties to its offices in Evansville, Indianapolis, Terre Haute,... - March 27, 2018 - Bridges US
Overall Engagement Holds Relatively Steady, But 2018 Challenges Rise to the Top; Quantum Workplace Research Reveals Managers Will be the Key to Improving Engagement
Quantum Workplace, an employee engagement software company dedicated to making work better every day, has released the results of its 2018 Employee Engagement Trends study. Engagement improved slightly between 2016 and 2017, but analysis revealed possible stumbling blocks for the year ahead. Lack... - March 26, 2018 - Quantum Workplace
Nursing Ranked Last in Employee Engagement for Third Year in a Row; Quantum Workplace Research Reveals Trust in Leadership Causes Plummet in Engagement
According to new research by Quantum Workplace, a leading employee engagement software company, only 68% of nurses at best places to work are engaged in their work. This is well behind the national average among best places to work of 74% – and a world away from the most engaged department, human resources, with 86% of employees engaged. Nursing was also the only department that saw a decrease in employee engagement in 2017. - March 26, 2018 - Quantum Workplace
Kansas' Medical Practice Administrators Invite Physician Group Expert
ABISA, LLC is excited to announce that Nick Hernandez has been invited to speak at the Kansas MGMA Spring Conference, to be held April 18-20, 2018 at the Wichita Marriott. The CEO of a leading independent healthcare consultancy, Nick has helped physician groups throughout the United States... - March 26, 2018 - ABISA
Bristol Byte 2.0 Workflow Management Software Release at Healthpac User Meeting
Bristol Healthcare Services, a leading company in revenue cycle management, was a Bronze sponsor at 14th Healthpac Annual Users meeting conference at Savannah Desoto Hilton, Liberty St., Savannah, GA 31401 from 22 Feb to 24 Feb. - March 25, 2018 - Bristol Healthcare Services
Mary’s Center Receives Federal Recognition for Best Clinical Performance
HRSA presented the organization with the 2017 Health Center Quality Leader Award. - March 25, 2018 - Mary's Center
CQRC: Home Respiratory Care Leaders Commend Inclusion of DME Provisions in Spending Bill
CQRC advocating for reforms to create true market-based competitive bidding program. - March 23, 2018 - CQRC
Bridget Geist Recognized as Top Nurse in Petaluma, California
Bridget Geist, the Director of Nursing at Windsor Petaluma Care Center, recognized as a Top Nurse by the International Nurses Association. - March 23, 2018 - Windsor Healthcare
PuRxCell Names Medical Director for the Philippine Islands
PuRxCell Offers Physicians Stem Cell Training, Protocols and Products. Robert J. Colucci CEO of PuRxCell, LLC, a Florida based company, announced today that PuRxCell, has named Dr. Jeimylo C. de Castro as its Medical Director for the Philippine Islands and parts of Asia. “Doctor de Castro... - March 23, 2018 - PuRxCell
CQRC Releases New Report: Finds CMS' Competitive-Bidding Program for Home Respiratory Therapy Limits Patient Access and Drives Up Medicare Spending
The Council for Quality Respiratory Care (CQRC) today released a new report that highlights the urgent need for policymakers to reform Medicare’s outdated payment methodology. The report outlines how the current payment system, called the competitive bidding program (CBP), restricts... - March 23, 2018 - CQRC
NCHQA's Choosing Wisely® in NC Program Significantly Reduces Unnecessary Medical Tests and Antibiotic Overuse
The Choosing Wisely® in North Carolina initiative – which aims to reduce health care waste by helping patients make smart and effective health care choices – has resulted in significant reductions in the unnecessary use of antibiotics, Pap tests and scans for osteoporosis. - March 23, 2018 - NCHQA
Global FiresideChat Team Welcomed Nick Hernandez
The Global FiresideChat Team excitedly welcomed Nick Hernandez, ABISA founder and CEO as a VIP panelist for the Global FiresideChat Radio Show at on Wednesday, March 21, 2018 for the show entitled “Therapies and Their Delivery: Health Technologies Changing the World.” “Healthcare... - March 23, 2018 - ABISA
Leveraging AI to Uncover Signals of Audience Behavior for Healthcare Marketing
Arteric's President Shares Case Studies and Essentials for Success - March 22, 2018 - Arteric
Alliance for Site Neutral Payment Reform Provides Feedback on Health Care Price and Information Transparency to Senate Working Group
The Alliance for Site Neutral Payment Reform today urged a bipartisan group of Senators to consider expansion of site neutral payment policies for outpatient services to help empower patients, promote competition in the health care marketplace and decrease costs. The recommendation was made in... - March 22, 2018 - Alliance For Site Neutral Payment Reform
Dr. Neil Roth Joins EMU Health as Director of Orthopedic Services
EMU Health is proud to announce that Dr. Neil Roth, one of New York City’s most prominent and skilled orthopedic surgeons has joined their organization as Director of Orthopedic Services. Voted to New York Magazines prestigious “Best Doctors” list by his peers, Dr. Roth brings over twenty years’ experience in the field of sports medicine and orthopedic surgery to EMU. - March 22, 2018 - EMU Health
Vesalio Reports Positive Results in Early NeVa™ Human Thrombectomy Procedures and Recently Published Pre-Clinical Data
Vesalio announces it has completed European enrollment of the first twenty-five human cases in a post-market registry of the proprietary NeVa™ neurothrombectomy platform for the treatment of stroke. With procedures performed at six centers in four countries to date, early results demonstrate... - March 22, 2018 - Vesalio
SIMUL8 Corporation Launches SIMUL8 2018
SIMUL8 Corporation today announced the launch of SIMUL8 2018, a new version of their flagship simulation software. The latest release enables users to build powerful simulations faster than ever, so they can focus on making better, evidence-based decisions to transform their organizations. - March 22, 2018 - SIMUL8 Corporation
Addiction Recovery Network Aims for Success Rates Instead of Death Rates in Canada
Addiction Recovery Network now has numerous effective proven therapies to help individuals get to the root cause of their addiction problem. They use Psychological and therapeutic professionals holding expertise in their perspective fields that offer the very best services with increased success rates in Canada. - March 22, 2018 - Addiction Recovery Network
Perimeter Medical Imaging Appoints Suzanne Foster to Board of Directors
Perimeter Medical Imaging Inc., a developer of real time imaging systems for in-surgery tissue assessment, is pleased to announce that Suzanne Foster, former General Manager of Medtronic Transformative Solutions, will be joining Perimeter’s Board of Directors. Suzanne is a proven business... - March 21, 2018 - Perimeter Medical Imaging Inc
Greentech Laboratories Inc., Leader in Ayurvedic Cannabinoid Science, Responds to Immediate Crisis of Rare Epilepsy UK Patient
Dr. Sharmilla Patil, Founder and CEO of Greentech Laboratories Inc., a Bio-Pharma and Ayurvedic Research company in the Bay Area of California, USA responds to immediate crisis of Alfie Dingley, 6 y/o child, patient and citizen of UK Medical system who suffers from PCDH 19 Epilepsy. “I was... - March 21, 2018 - Greentech Laboratories Inc.
Annette C. Short Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Annette C. Short of Burtonsville, Maryland has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2018 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of medical diagnostics. About Annette C. Short Annette Short has over 20 years... - March 21, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
A Unique Blended Learning Program in Aesthetic Dentistry That Gives a Level 7 Post Graduate Certificate from the UK
Academy of Dental Excellence (https://dentalexcellence.academy) announces a unique blended learning Programme in Aesthetic Dentistry that gives a Level 7 Post Graduate Certificate from the UK. Dentists with busy schedules now have an opportunity to enhance their dental knowledge and skills, at... - March 20, 2018 - Academy of Dental Excellence
New Sober Living Environment for Teens is Now Registered with CCAPP in California
Hosanna Transitional Living is a Christian based post-treatment transitional housing and sober living environment for adolescent males in Castro Valley, California. They applied for and received registration with the California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP) to ensure they meet the highest possible standards for sober living homes in Northern California. - March 20, 2018 - Hosanna Transitional Living
Franklin, Gringer & Cohen’s Law Clerk, Danny Carrascal Admitted to NY State Bar and Named Associate
Franklin, Gringer & Cohen, PC is pleased to announce that Danny Carrascal was admitted to the New York State Bar and subsequently named an associate of the firm. Mr. Carrascal will serve primarily in the firm’s Labor and Employment Law practice where he will apply his previous management experience in the Restaurant and Hospitality industry to provide clients in those businesses with proactive legal counsel for the complex labor and employment legal challenges they may face. - March 20, 2018 - Franklin, Gringer and Cohen PC
Gregory J. Paul, MA Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Gregory J. Paul, MA of Silver Spring, Maryland has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2018 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Gregory J. Paul, MA Gregory Paul has over 50 years... - March 20, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
The Launch of DocCharge App: a Physician Productivity Platform
Florida-based physician productivity app rapidly improving revenue for physicians, medical practices and billing companies. - March 20, 2018 - DocCharge
Physician Engagement for Medical Group Managers
Nick Hernandez, CEO at ABISA, delivered a presentation last week on the topic of physician engagement at the Kentucky Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) Spring Conference in Lexington, Kentucky. Over 110 healthcare administrators from across Kentucky attended the two-day event to learn... - March 19, 2018 - ABISA
Clary Sage College to Host Oklahoma Chapter of The American Massage Therapy Association’s Annual Educational Event
One of the most respected and trusted associations serving massage therapists will be hosting their annual educational event at Clary Sage College on March 17th and 18th . The Oklahoma Chapter of The American Massage Therapy Association’s (AMTA-OK) is the only national non-profit association... - March 17, 2018 - Community Care College
Digital Health Solutions - Achieving Commercial Goals and Meeting Regulatory Requirements; Know-How at SMi Event in Boston
SMi Group reports: For anyone thinking about bringing digital health solutions to market, the workshop - Human factors for connected drug delivery systems, hosted by Cambridge Consultants (April 10, Boston) - will identify the considerations that need to be addressed when designing a comprehensive... - March 17, 2018 - SAE Media Group
China Overhauls Drug, Medical Insurance and Healthcare Regulation in Latest Government Reshuffle
One of the primary aims of the reorganization of central government is to overhaul China’s future healthcare and pharmaceutical regulation substantially, said WiCON|Pharma China (www.pharmachinaonline.com), which has summarized most important government organizational changes which will take place as proposed by the reform plan. - March 16, 2018 - WiCON International Group LLC
Chromista Algae Oil Recognized Best CBD Oil Emulsifier
Source-Omega today discloses astounding commercial R&D results with pure Chromista water extracted algae oil. With first and only claims such as the first water extracted algae oil, the first single ingredient 100% algae oil (Schizochytrium sp.), the first 50% DHA oil standard, Source-Omega... - March 15, 2018 - Source-Omega
The 2018 Severe Storm Season Could be the Worst Ever According to Storm Warrior Shelters
Millions are at risk, but “No One Should Die From A Tornado”®. Bill Ford, a veteran storm tracker and certified first responder, has pulled many people out of the rubble. He has also witnessed the best and worst storm shelters in real life disasters. He has taken his extensive experiences and is announcing the launch of Storm Warrior Shelters just in time for spring 2018 severe weather. - March 14, 2018 - Storm Warrior Shelters, LLC
Future Now Detox Launches Comprehensive Addiction Website, Offers Holistic Addiction Treatment
Future Now Detox, West Palm Beach’s premier provider of holistic detox and addiction recovery services, is thrilled to announce the launch of its new comprehensive website. Future Now Detox is committed to healing people from the disease of addiction. Using proven holistic modalities, the caring team at Future Now works with addicts to redeem themselves and live the lives they deserve. - March 14, 2018 - Future Now Detox
Utah Start-Up Develops Neutralizing Solution to Combat Opiate Abuse
RxDisposal™ and NarcX™ Make Every Day a Take-Back Day with the Only DEA-Compliant On-Site Option for Medication Disposal - March 14, 2018 - RxDisposal
New Associate of Science in Nursing (ADN) Program at Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts - Fresno Campus
Gurnick Academy Introduces new Associate of Science in Nursing Program, Recognizing Healthcare Growth. - March 14, 2018 - Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
MedCentric Search Firm Launches Locum Tenens Business "Shift Physicians" to Serve Client Demand
MedCentric Search Firm recently launched Shift Physicians, a wholly-owned MedCentric company, to staff Locum Tenens and meet growing customer demand. MedCentric hired Thomas DiMarco as Managing Partner to lead the business. Thomas DiMarco most recently managed business development and recruited... - March 14, 2018 - MedCentric
Capitol Lakes Recognizes Long Term Care Administrator’s Week
Kristi Vater honored as premier Nursing Home Administrator. Ms. Vater manages a top-rated facility which is a preferred provider of UW Health. She is the daughter of Gary & Kathy Vater or Plymouth, WI. - March 14, 2018 - Capitol Lakes, Inc.