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Massachusetts Declares November 15 as Gestational Diabetes Awareness Day Spotlighting Growing Health Crisis
B.E.A.T Gestational Diabetes™ , Inc, in partnership with 360Girls&Women®, proudly announces that November 15 has been officially designated as "Gestational Diabetes Awareness Day" by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. This new observance aims to bring much-needed attention to the rising prevalence of gestational diabetes and its severe long-term health impacts, particularly in communities of color. The day will serve as a call to action for prevention, holistic management, and support for women. - November 15, 2024 - 360Girls&Women
Rancho Family Pediatrics Welcomes Dr. Justin Salehi to Newly Renovated Temecula Office
Dr. Justin Salehi joins Rancho Family Pediatrics in Temecula, CA, bringing top pediatric expertise to a newly renovated, child-friendly office designed to inspire young patients. - November 06, 2024 - Rancho Family Medical Group
Synaps Dx Launches Digital Cognitive Screening and Alzheimer’s Testing with BrainCheck and Clarity Health Clinics
Synaps Dx, BrainCheck, and Clarity Health introduce an innovative online Alzheimer's and cognitive health screening tool, accessible from home. Launching in Texas, with nationwide expansion planned, this telehealth solution provides families with a convenient, reliable path to early detection during National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month, reducing the need for in-office visits and empowering proactive cognitive care. - November 04, 2024 - SynapsDx
Rare Disease Foundation on the Road to Gene Therapy Brings Families to Fort Lauderdale from Around the World, November 15-17
The FOXG1 Research Foundation, the parent-led organization that is radically transforming the rare disease drug development landscape, is hosting an international conference in Fort Lauderdale from November 15-17, bringing families from across the globe together to learn about gene therapy advancements for FOXG1 syndrome. A highlight includes a presentation by 20-year-old Abraham Weitzman, who, though non-speaking, shares his lived experience using an innovative communication device. - November 04, 2024 - FOXG1 Research Foundation
Rancho Family Medical Group Expands Care with Dr. Nicole Tfaye at Menifee and Sun City Offices
Dr. Nicole Tfaye has joined Rancho Family Medical Group’s Menifee and Sun City offices, bringing her expertise in family medicine and commitment to comprehensive, patient-centered care. A graduate of UC Irvine and Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine, Dr. Tfaye looks forward to supporting patients’ health with services including hypertension management, women’s health, and minor procedures. - November 02, 2024 - Rancho Family Medical Group
Rancho Family Medical Group Welcomes Dr. Matthew Lee to Menifee, CA Office
Dr. Matthew Lee has joined Rancho Family Medical Group’s Menifee office, bringing a compassionate approach to patient care rooted in his experiences and training in Family Medicine. He is excited to support the Menifee community’s health by building meaningful connections and addressing patients’ physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. - November 02, 2024 - Rancho Family Medical Group
Dr. Mark Mueller Joins Rancho Family Medical Group at Cal Oaks Office in Murrieta, CA
Rancho Family Medical Group is excited to announce the addition of Dr. Mark Mueller, a highly skilled Family Physician, to its team in Murrieta, CA. Dr. Mueller brings extensive experience in family medicine, providing personalized, compassionate care to patients of all ages. With a focus on preventive health, chronic disease management, and patient education, Dr. Mueller is committed to helping families in the Murrieta community achieve their best possible health. - October 31, 2024 - Rancho Family Medical Group
New Primary Care Clinic in Wildomar, CA
Rancho Family Medical Group is proud to announce the opening of its new clinic in Wildomar, CA. The clinic will offer primary care services to the community, with Dr. Rome Walter, Dr. Anh Brewer, and Nurse Practitioner Desirae Segura leading patient care. The clinic provides a range of healthcare services, including preventive care and chronic disease management. - October 14, 2024 - Rancho Family Medical Group
Northpoint Recovery Appoints James "Stokes" Aitken as Chief Executive Officer and Director
Northpoint Recovery Holdings, LLC is excited to announce the appointment of James "Stokes" Aitken as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Director. Stokes, who has served as the company’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO) since March 2024, will now use his over 17 years of leadership... - October 09, 2024 - Northpoint Recovery
OcuSci Inc. Secures Secures Second Utility Patent for Innovative Dry Eye Treatment
OcuSci Inc., a leader in dry eye treatments, announced the granting of a second utility patent for the MGrx Dry Eye Treatment System. Dry eye syndrome affects millions globally and is one of the leading reason for patients to visit a vision clinic. The MGrx offers a clinically proven solution to those suffering from dry eye while also reducing the cost of in-clinic treatment in comparison to existing technologies. - October 04, 2024 - OcuSci Inc.
Primary Care Physician Dr. Archna Sinha Joins New York Health
New York Health (NY Health) is proud to announce the addition of board-certified Internal Medicine physician Archna Sinha, MD. Dr. Sinha will see patients at 300 Old Country Road, Riverhead, NY 11901. “Over the past 12 years, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing Dr. Sinha’s... - October 02, 2024 - New York Health
Reveal Diagnostics Announces Strategic Partnership with Ceramics West and Expansion Into the Local Portland Market
Reveal Diagnostics, the leading provider of Cone Beam CT imaging services in the San Francisco Bay area, is pleased to announce the opening of its new location in Portland, Oregon. - September 18, 2024 - Reveal Diagnostics
Recovery Unplugged Teams Up with the TellRobert Foundation to Offer Greater Access to Mental Health Treatment
Recovery Unplugged Behavioral Health and mental health advocacy organization the TellRobert Foundation have collaborated to help more people get help for their mental health challenges. For the second time in as many years, the TellRobert Foundation has allocated the proceeds from their Annual... - September 18, 2024 - Recovery Unplugged
Huntington Study Group and HD Genetics Collaborate to Better Serve HD Gene Positive Patients
The Huntington Study Group® and HSG Clinical Research, Inc. (together, “HSG”) are pleased to announce a strategic partnership with HD Genetics to assist patients who have tested positive for Huntington’s disease (HD) learn about and enroll in research studies. There remains a... - September 05, 2024 - Huntington Study Group
The Jack Brewer Foundation and Aetna Better Health of Florida CEO Tour South Bay Correctional in Support of Fatherhood Initiatives
Jack Brewer, Chairman of The Jack Brewer Foundation (JBF), and Jennifer Sweet, CEO of Aetna Better Health of Florida, met at South Bay Correctional Facility to discuss their partnership to support fatherhood initiatives in Florida. The collaboration aims to provide resources to fathers, particularly those affected by incarceration, to help them engage in their children's lives and strengthen communities. - August 22, 2024 - The Jack Brewer Foundation
Evidence-Based Advanced Wound Care Clinic Coming Soon
SAAK Health Neighborhood Specialty Care has partnered with Shared Health Services, a leader in compliance-focused wound care, to open a new Wound Care Clinic in Brookfield, WI. This clinic will be dedicated to healing wounds that are particularly difficult to heal. The Wound Care Clinic and Hyperbaric Medicine Center at SAAK Health will offer the most comprehensive, modern, and compassionate wound care available. - August 21, 2024 - Shared Health Services
Huntington Study Group Announces New CEO
The Huntington Study Group® and HSG Clinical Research, Inc. (together, “HSG”) are pleased to announce that Daniel Claassen, MD, MS, an internationally recognized Huntington’s Disease neurologist and researcher has accepted the role as the organization’s Chief Executive... - August 20, 2024 - Huntington Study Group
BlackWell Atlanta Launches: Empowering Black Patients by Connecting Them with Black Healthcare Providers in Metro Atlanta
BlackWell Atlanta is an online medical directory committed to connecting black patients with black healthcare providers in the metro Atlanta area. Our mission is to ensure that every patient receives culturally competent care tailored to their specific needs. - August 18, 2024 - BlackWell Atlanta
Jennifer M. Cushman, MD, Joins New York Spine & Pain Specialists, a Division of New York Health
New York Spine & Pain Specialists, a division of New York Health (NY Health), is proud to announce the addition of Jennifer M. Cushman, MD, to its Interventional Pain and Spine team. Dr. Cushman is dedicated to providing support and interventions to treat chronic pain and joint-related... - August 07, 2024 - New York Health
MC4R Agonist Drug Candidates Demonstrate Potential to Transform GLP1 Obesity Therapy
Courage Therapeutics announced new evidence of synergy between MC4R agonists and GLP1RA drugs in a paper published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation led by co-founder Dr. Roger Cone. The company has completed a drug discovery campaign to invent a best in class portfolio of MC4R agonists for obesity in order to leverage the synergy. Potential combinations with drugs such as Ozempic and Mounjaro could improve side effects such as nausea and GI discomfort while driving increased weight loss. - July 16, 2024 - Courage Therapeutics
SYNAPS Dx Welcomes Renowned Alzheimer’s Researcher, Dr. Donna Wilcock, to Its Scientific Advisory Board
SYNAPS Dx welcomes Dr. Donna M. Wilcock, a leading Alzheimer's researcher, to its Scientific Advisory Board. Dr. Wilcock's expertise in neuroinflammation and vascular cognitive impairment will support the advancement of the DISCERN™ diagnostic test for Alzheimer's disease. This addition reinforces SYNAPS Dx’s commitment to pioneering accurate, minimally invasive diagnostics for Alzheimer's. For more info, visit SYNAPS Dx's website. - July 15, 2024 - SynapsDx
New Therapy Center Offering Individual Care for Children with Autism
Butterfly Effects is opening a new ABA Therapy center in Fresno, California. This new center will provide personalized 1:1 care for children with autism. Led by Board-Certified Behavior Analysts, it offers tailored ABA therapy and parental training. - July 11, 2024 - Butterfly Effects
Rosario S. Cassata of the Cassata Foundation Proudly Supports the Northwell Health Foundation and Huntington Hospital on Long Island, NY
For over 8 years, Rosario and Carolyn Cassata of The Cassata Foundation have proudly supported the Northwell Health Foundation and Huntington Hospital on Long Island Their generous contributions have helped fulfill their mission of providing comprehensive care and survivorship services for cancer... - July 09, 2024 - The Cassata Foundation
Supportive and Palliative Care Physician Dr. Gibram Ramos Ortiz Joins New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the Nation’s leading oncology practices, is proud to announce the addition of Dr. Gibram Ramos Ortiz to its Supportive and Palliative Care team. Dr. Ramos Ortiz will be seeing patients at the following NYCBS locations: 2330 Eastchester... - July 01, 2024 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
SYNAPS Dx Announces Expansion to New, State-of-the-Art Facility
SYNAPS Dx has moved to a new, state-of-the-art facility in Rockville, MD, to meet growing demand and enhance patient care. The larger space and advanced infrastructure will support more diagnostic samples and ensure timely, accurate Alzheimer's and dementia diagnoses. Fully qualified for high-complexity clinical lab testing, the facility boosts diagnostic capabilities. The expansion will also advance the DISCERN™ test, a minimally invasive tool distinguishing Alzheimer's from other dementias. - June 26, 2024 - SynapsDx
Cornerstone Healthcare Consulting and Management Announces Promotion on Medical Practice Tune-Up Packages
Cornerstone Healthcare Consulting and Management is excited to announce a limited-time promotion on their highly sought-after medical practice tune-up packages. Medical practices now have the opportunity to access these comprehensive services at a 60% discount. Reduce Your Practice's Expenses A... - June 12, 2024 - Cornerstone Healthcare Consulting and Management
Interim HealthCare of Gilbert AZ Expands Services with Their New License for Skilled Home Healthcare
Care now includes wound management, medication administration, IV therapy, and specialized rehabilitation to support recovery, manage chronic conditions, and enhance overall well-being at home. - June 08, 2024 - Interim Healthcare of Gilbert AZ
Family Medicine Physician Dr. Claudia Selgrad Joins NY Health
New York Health (NY Health) is pleased to announce that board-certified Family Medicine Physician Claudia Selgrad, MS, DO, has joined its primary care team. Dr. Selgrad will be practicing at 69 W Main Street, Bay Shore, NY 11706. “We’re excited to welcome Dr. Claudia Selgrad to NY... - June 04, 2024 - New York Health
Focus Clinic Announces Opening of Comprehensive ADHD and Learning Disabilities Center
New clinic offers unique, integrative approach to ADHD and learning disabilities with state-of-the-art assessments and personalized care, grounded in faith and holistic well-being. - May 21, 2024 - Focus Clinic
SouthMedic Announces Distribution Partnership with Nano Surgical to Offer Customers the Lumohs Lighted Scalpel Handles
Distribution Deal for the Lumohs MD number 3 scalpel with premier Canadian distributor, SouthMedic and Nano Surgical, Inc. This new partnership with Southmedic allows Lumohs to reach broader audiences of physician customers, giving healthcare providers that use scalpels for any reason, a precision-based tool, removing shadows and visual obstacles, creating a safer hospital environment for vascular access, & minor surgical procedures performed on hard to see anatomy & dimly spaces & clinics. - May 08, 2024 - Nano Surgical, LLC
Introducing: Cost Comparison Tools on Men Having Babies' Surrogacy Advisor Directory
Men Having Babies is thrilled announces Surrogacy Advisor, an advanced and comprehensive multidisciplinary directory of more than 250 surrogacy providers with detailed cost estimates, provider comparison tools, and ratings and reviews from thousands of parenting surveys. Surrogacy Advisor provides a free, trusted, user-friendly resource for prospective parents of all backgrounds across the globe who seek to connect with ethical agencies, clinics, and other professionals in the USA and Canada. - May 03, 2024 - Men Having Babies
Interventional Pain Specialist Dr. Allan Zhang Joins New York Health
New York Health (NY Health) is pleased to announce the addition of Interventional Pain Specialist Dr. Allan Zhang. Dr. Zhang will practice at 5316 Nesconset Hwy., Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776. “We are excited to welcome Dr. Zhang to NY Health,” said Dr. Chris Ng, Chief Medical... - May 02, 2024 - New York Health
Huntington Study Group Launches Project AWARE 2.0 Observational Study
The Huntington Study Group® and HSG Clinical Research, Inc. (together, “HSG”) are pleased to announce the launch of Project AWARE 2.0, an observational study developed in collaboration with Roche Products Limited and Genentech to understand and improve Awareness, Willingness, and... - April 10, 2024 - Huntington Study Group
PocketRN Brings No Cost "Virtual Nurse for Life" to Dementia Patients and Caregivers Under New 8-Year CMS GUIDE Model
The innovative model enables the expansion of personalized, expert nurse-led care to improve patients’ quality of life and alleviate burden on caregivers nationwide–all with $0 copays. - April 08, 2024 - PocketRN
Urologist Dr. Alexander Marinbakh Joins NY Health
New York Health (NY Health) is pleased to announce that Urologist Alexander Marinbakh, MD, DO, PhD, has joined its team. Dr. Marinbakh will practice at 454 Fort Washington Avenue, Manhattan, NY 11741. “Dr Marinbakh’s pedigree, professional achievements, and the tremendous trust he has... - April 01, 2024 - New York Health
Beverly Kay Johnson, MD, MSc, Joins NY Health
New York Health (NY Health) is pleased to announce that board-certified Rheumatologist and Internist Beverly Kay Johnson, MD, MSc, has joined its team. “We’re excited to have Dr. Johnson join the Rheumatology team. She brings a wealth of experience in Rheumatic diseases and will be a... - April 01, 2024 - New York Health
Physical Therapy Leaders Applaud Introduction of Bipartisan SAFE Act to Prevent Senior Falls
Introduced by Reps. Miller and Stansbury, the Stopping Addiction and Falls for the Elderly (SAFE) Act aims to increase access to preventative care and reduce dangerous falls among America’s Medicare patients. - March 13, 2024 - Alliance for Physical Therapy Quality and Innovation
Fast Pace Health: Expanding to Improve Access to Mental Health Care
Fast Pace Health is focused on improving mental health in the communities they serve. They recently added an additional mental health nurse practitioner to their team. - February 28, 2024 - Fast Pace Health
Healthcare Workforce Coalition Underscores Need for Health Worker Recruitment, Retention, & Safety Legislation in 2024
Launched in late 2023 in response to the escalating healthcare workforce crisis, the Healthcare Workforce Coalition continues to advocate for bipartisan legislative solutions to bolster and better support our nation’s healthcare workforce. Virtually every care setting, from hospitals to... - February 07, 2024 - Healthcare Workforce Coalition
Primary Care Physician Dr. Daniel Laieta Joins New York Health
New York Health (NY Health) is proud to announce the addition of Daniel Laieta, DO, FACP, to its team of Primary Care Physicians. Dr. Laieta will practice at 900 Main St, Holbrook, NY 11741. “New York Health is excited to have Dr. Laieta join us,” said Dr. Chris Ng, Chief Medical... - February 05, 2024 - New York Health
Weence.com Revolutionizes Healthcare with AI-Powered, Multilingual Doctor
In an era where access to reliable and quick medical advice is more crucial than ever, Weence.com is emerging as a groundbreaking platform in the digital healthcare space, developed by the innovative AI team at Doyjo, LLC in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. This website harnesses the power of artificial intelligence to provide users with precise medical information in multiple languages, effectively breaking down language barriers in healthcare. - January 24, 2024 - DOYJO
Breast Radiologist Kristine Pysarenko, MD Joins East End Health and Imaging Center
East End Imaging Specialists proudly welcomes fellowship-trained breast imager Kristine Pysarenko, MD, to its team. Dr. Pysarenko will practice at 40 Main Street, Westhampton Beach, NY 11978. “Dr. Pysarenko’s knowledge, expertise and experience will enhance the excellent care our... - January 15, 2024 - East End Imaging Specialists
Preferred Family Medicine Announces Exciting Developments: New Location, Team Expansion, and Introduction of a Concierge Optometry Practice
In a significant development, Preferred Family Medicine has announced its relocation to a new, modern facility and the expansion of its medical team, reaffirming its commitment to providing top-tier healthcare services in Reno. New Location for Enhanced Patient Care The practice is set to move to... - January 09, 2024 - Preferred Family Medicine
Christopher Ng, MD, Joins New York Health as Chief Medical Officer - Executive Director
New York Health (NY Health) is proud to announce the appointment of Christopher Ng, MD, as its new Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and Executive Director. As CMO, Dr. Ng will lead and oversee all medical aspects of the practice, ensuring the delivery of outstanding medical care while complying with... - December 19, 2023 - New York Health
Huntington Study Group and Roche Collaborate on GENERATION HD2 Study
The Huntington Study Group together with its wholly-owned clinical research organization, HSG Clinical Research, Inc. (HSGCR), is pleased to announce a collaboration with Roche-Genentech to optimize our collective experiences in Huntington’s disease (HD) clinical research. Together we are... - December 13, 2023 - Huntington Study Group
Radiation Oncologist Walter Choi, MD Joins New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the Nation’s leading oncology practices, is pleased to announce the addition of board-certified Radiation Oncologist Dr. Walter Choi. Dr. Choi will practice at 92-37 Metropolitan Ave., Forest Hills,... - December 11, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
NY Health Welcomes Family Medicine Physician Dr. Faiza Mallick
New York Health (NY Health) is proud to announce the addition of board-certified Family Medicine Physician Faiza Mallick, MD. Dr. Mallick will practice at 581 Middle Rd, Bayport, NY 11705. https://nyhealth.com/news/ny_health_welcomes_family_medicine_physician_dr_faiza_mallick “We are... - December 04, 2023 - New York Health
New York Health Welcomes Navpreet Dhuga, DO
New York Health (NY Health) is proud to announce the addition of board-certified Family Medicine Physician Navpreet Dhuga, DO. Dr. Dhuga will practice at 701 NY-25A, Suite 2, Mt. Sinai, NY 11766. https://nyhealth.com/news/ny_health_welcomes_navpreet_dhuga_md “We are proud to welcome Dr. - December 04, 2023 - New York Health
Innovating Parental Health Care: Human-Healthcare.com Launches Home-Based Services for Karachi's Elderly focusing on Overseas Pakistanis' Parents.
In a significant leap forward for elderly healthcare, Human-Healthcare.com announces the successful pilot launch of its pioneering home-based medical services in Karachi, specifically designed for the parents of overseas Pakistanis. This initiative marks a new era in healthcare, combining the comfort of home with the excellence of international medical standards. - November 16, 2023 - Human-Healthcare.com (Human Health Care Services)
Healthcare Workforce Coalition Applauds Reintroduction of Bipartisan Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act
Bill would allow the entry of nurses with approved immigrant visas and allow physicians with approved immigrant petitions to adjust their status to have a durable immigration status - November 03, 2023 - Healthcare Workforce Coalition