Family Medicine News
Check up on information related to family medicine related to healthcare services, insurance and billing, practice management, events, certification, care and treatment best practices. News is targeted to primary care and internal medicine physicians, office staff, caregivers and patients.
Astero®, Manufactured by Gensco Laboratories, is the Only FDA Approved Prescription Hydrogel with Topical Anesthetic, Indicated for Painful Wounds
Astero® is indicated for painful wounds such as stage I-IV pressure ulcers, Venous stasis ulcers, ulcerations caused by mixed vascular etiologies, Diabetic skin ulcers, first and second degree burns, post-surgical incisions, cuts and abrasions. Astero® is specifically formulated to create a moist healing environment, which promotes granulation, epithelialization, and autolytic debridement, while providing prolonged anesthesia of the wound, lessening the need for systemic pain medications. - November 19, 2016 - Gensco Pharma
Launch of Mobile/Web-Based App Aims to Quickly Treat Sexually Transmitted Infections
Dr. Segun Ishmael is a Chicago native and ER doctor. He is now the founder of the STI treatment app, Besafemeds. The app has officially launched as of this month. All communication with medical professionals remain confidential. Because of the stigma associated with STIs, personal identifiable data is purged from the system to further maintain privacy. - November 18, 2016 - Dr. Segun Ishmael
Frost & Sullivan Recognizes BroadReach for Improving the Health and Wellbeing of Underserved Populations with Solutions Featuring New Data-Driven Platform
BroadReach Vantage ensures global development and private sector organisations maximize the impact of investments in population health. - November 10, 2016 - Frost & Sullivan
Local Voice Experts Gather in Philadelphia to Discuss Rare Neurological Voice Disorder
Over 70 patients and family members will come together at an Educational Conference on Saturday, November 5, 2016, at the Hampton Inn City Center to learn more about the mysterious neurological voice disorder, spasmodic dysphonia. - November 05, 2016 - National Spasmodic Dypshonia Association
Medical Device Executives Gather to Discuss Business Development
Achieving Sustainable Growth and Business Development through the Current M&A Environment, Creative Deal Structures and in Examining Organic vs. Inorganic Growth - November 05, 2016 - Q1 Productions
Montclair’s Biggest Halloween Bash Kicks Off Tonight with 8th Annual Moonlight Trail at Van Dyks
North Jersey’s biggest Halloween bash of the season, including a spectacular Haunted House, comes to Moonlight Trail in Montclair tonight. This family-friendly event truly captures the spirit of Halloween, featuring over 1,000 special-themed hand-carved pumpkins and festive lighted pathways. It’s one of the biggest community gatherings of the year with thousands of residents participating in support of Toni’s Kitchen and the Human Needs Food Pantry. - October 30, 2016 - Van Dyk Health Care
It’s Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Enrollment Season
Three Tips to Maximize Your Benefit from the American Association of Orthodontists - October 22, 2016 - Curium
Parkinson's Disease Patients Are Turning to Natural Supplements for Treatment Options from ARS Therapeutics
Parkinson's Disease (PD) affects one million people in the United States alone and seven million world-wide. Over 100,000 people died from PD in 2013 alone(1). There is no cure for Parkinson's Disease and patients are turning to natural supplements to manage their symptoms. L-Serine is an... - October 09, 2016 - ARS Therapeutics
Breathe CPR Announces Their New Website
Breathe CPR has officially launched their new interactive website. - October 07, 2016 - Breathe CPR
Breathe CPR Announces a New Location in Brooklyn, New York
Breathe CPR is opening a new location in Brooklyn, New York. At this location they will be providing the following American Heart Association Courses - BLS Provider, ACLS Provider, PALS Provider, HeartSaver CPR & AED, HeartSaver First Aid, Basic ECG and more... They also offer onsite training. Onsite training has Breathe CPR come out and teach you in the comfort of your own location. Onsite training is available 7 days a week, evenings and weekends to fit your staffing and scheduling needs. - October 07, 2016 - Breathe CPR
Stroke Patients Able to Walk Again After Stem Cell Therapy by Dr. Henderson at Regenerative Medical Group
Dr. Bryn J. Henderson and his Regenerative Medical Group can help stroke patients return to normal life as much as possible through advanced stem cell therapy. The touching story of Bill Dendiu, stroke survivor, who was able to walk again after innovative procedures at RMG gives hope to many patients. - October 06, 2016 - Regenerative Medical Group
Pharma Cold Chain: Regulatory Expectations, GDP Implementation, Distribution Planning, Air vs Sea vs Rail, Emerging Markets Update
SMi Group reports (2016.10.04 – London, UK): World Courier, Finnair, MHRA, IATA, Teva, GSK, J&J, Sanofi will meet in London this December at Cold Chain Distribution 2016 - October 05, 2016 - SAE Media Group
Dr. Alkesh Sura, DDS, of Reveal Dental in Cedar Park, Proudly Supports LISD Leadership Program
One of the many great things about Cedar Park is their excellent public school system, and Reveal Dental, one of Cedar Park’s top general dentistry clinics, is proud to give them full support. That is why Reveal Dental’s founder, Dr. Alkesh Sura, DDS, is so happy to be part of the... - October 02, 2016 - Reveal Dental
Dr. Sergey Kalitenko Publishes New Book, "Fighting Cancer, Beating Cancer"
Holistic practitioner provides unique explanations and simple strategies for making the right decision - September 08, 2016 - Sergey Kalitenko Physician PC
OrthoNeuro Announces Its New Leadership Team, Focuses on Patient Driven Transformation
OrthoNeuro announces its new executive leadership team: Lisa Marconi, Chief Operations Officer; Jacqueline Petty, Executive Director of Business Operations; and Brian Hart, Director of Business Intelligence. - September 01, 2016 - OrthoNeuro
New Albany Surgery Center Performs the First Robotics-Assisted Total Knee Arthroplasty Using the NAVIO Surgical System in Ohio
Dr. Mark Gittins of OrthoNeuro performed the first robotics-assisted total knee arthroplasty in the state of Ohio using the NAVIO Surgical System. The surgical milestone occurred on August 23rd at the New Albany Surgery Center and represents one of the first CT-free robotics-assisted total knee arthroplasty procedures using the NAVIO Surgical System in the world. - August 30, 2016 - OrthoNeuro
Florida Biodiesel, Inc. Has Delivered a Hypochlorous Acid Water Ionizer to Taiwanese Firm
Florida Biodiesel, Inc. has completed an ECA-1 Hypochlorous Acid generator sale to Muise Lab, Ltd., Xinbei City, Taiwan. The Hypochlorous acid production equipment will be used to demonstrate Green technologies for Medical, Agriculture, and Food Service industries. - August 18, 2016 - Florida Biodiesel, Inc.
Titanium Healthcare, Inc. Provides Update Regarding Current Ventures
Titanium Healthcare, Inc. (OTCQB: TIHC) ("Titanium") today announced the following updates: Odin Titanium previously announced the formation of Odin Applied Research Laboratories (“OARL”) to conduct a joint venture with Odin Industries, LLC. On September 11, 2015. The closing... - August 01, 2016 - Titanium Healthcare, Inc
Van Dyk Montclair Hires Christina Vassallo as Part of Ongoing Expansion of Services and Programs
Nurse practitioner joins award-winning staff in Montclair as company prepares for inaugural Van Dyk Memory Care Center in Hawthorne - July 27, 2016 - Van Dyk Health Care
BeAKidsHero Online Training Series Helps Parents Protect Children from Sexual Predators
BeAKidsHero has launched a free 3-part online training series for parents about child sexual abuse prevention. - July 25, 2016 - BeAKidsHero™
Podiatry Content Connection Partners with Cutting Edge Laser Technologies: Partnership Will Help Podiatrists Gain New Patients from Social and Online Networks
Cutting Edge Laser Technologies (CELT) will partner with Podiatry Content Connection to offer exclusive marketing support to podiatry clients. This support, combined with the revolutionary MLS® Laser Therapy technology from Cutting Edge will help bring patients into podiatry offices and rapidly reduce their pain. - July 21, 2016 - Podiatry Content Connection
DC Healthy Communities Collaborative Releases 2016 Community Health Needs Assessment
10 major health institutions joined efforts to establish DC’s most urgent health and wellness needs. Four priority community needs emerged from report. - July 21, 2016 - Mary's Center
Jay J Garcia, MD Now Offering Telemedicine eVisits for Common Health Issues
The new online only service will diagnose and treat: cold and flu symptoms, bronchitis, allergies, poison ivy, pink eye, urinary tract infections, respiratory infections, sinus problems, ear infections, rashes, fungal infections, and more. - July 20, 2016 - Vivaliti
PatientWorks Corporation Achieves Certification for Imprivata PatientSecure Integration
Integrated solution allows for a single patient identifier across the healthcare enterprise for fast patient self-service check-in on PatientWorks kiosks and tablets. - July 16, 2016 - SalePoint, Inc.
Podiatrist Doing Medical Mission Trip to the Dominican Republic
Dr. Maryellen Brucato of New Jersey Foot and Ankle Centers will be volunteering to perform surgical foot and ankle care to remote parts of the Dominican Republic. - July 13, 2016 - New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center
Washington DC-Based Fairlington Dental Supports National Charity Addressing the Psychosocial Needs of Children with Cancer and Their Families
Fairlington Dental Raises Funds, Donates Items and Gives Their Time to The Mattie Miracle Cancer Foundation, which Makes It Possible for Mattie Miracle to Provide for the Psychological, Emotional and Social Needs of Children with Cancer. - July 06, 2016 - Mattie Miracle Cancer Foundation
Dr. Sergey Kalitenko Offers Innovative Approach to Addressing Common Skin Issues for Women Over 40
Hormone Balancing can provide a Unique Solution to Dry Skin, Wrinkles and other Skin Concerns Associated with Middle Age - June 21, 2016 - Sergey Kalitenko Physician PC
OrthoNeuro Offers Orthopedic Urgent Care Services for Immediate Access – Now Open in Pickerington
OrthoNeuro opened its new state-of-the-art orthopedic urgent care center in Pickerington on June 15th, 2016. Board-certified, sports medicine fellowship trained physician, Sandy Lane, MD, FACSM to be the primary physician treating at the new OrthoNeuro NOW orthopedic urgent care. - June 15, 2016 - OrthoNeuro
Knowmedge Launches Family Medicine Board Prep
Knowmedge announces a board prep study resources for ABFM® Board Exam - June 10, 2016 - Knowmedge
Sergey Kalitenko MD Recommends Provocation Testing for Heavy Metal Burdens In Your Body
Holistic practitioner believes that blood tests are not enough to determine patient's toxicity problems. - June 06, 2016 - Sergey Kalitenko Physician PC
Sergey Kalitenko MD Recommends Hormone Metabolism Testing to Help Prevent Cancer
Hormonal balance, especially for women is critical for optimal health and overall wellbeing. - June 06, 2016 - Sergey Kalitenko Physician PC
Dr. Claudia C. Cotca, DDS, MPH & Washington Institute for Dentistry & Laser Surgery Has Partnered with The Oral Cancer Foundation @dclaserdentist
Dr. Claudia C. Cotca, DDS, MPH on behalf of Washington Institute for Dentistry & Laser Surgery has partnered with The Oral Cancer Foundation in honor of Oral Cancer Awareness Month and will be extending annual free oral cancer screenings for the public on May 18th, 2016. Oral cancer has existed... - May 18, 2016 - Washington Institute For Dentistry & Laser Surgery
Gastro Girl Unveils Telehealth Coaching & Nutritional Counseling Platform at Digestive Disease Week 2016
Gastro Girl LLC today announced that it will unveil the first online health platform designed to support patients with chronic gastrointestinal symptoms and conditions between office visits and help them comply with their doctors’ dietary, medication and other treatment plans, at Digestive... - May 18, 2016 - Jacqueline A Gaulin
Newly Released Agenda for Biosimilars Europe 2016 to Feature Talks from Merck, Boehringer Ingelheim and Bristows LLC
SMi Group is thrilled to present the 7th annual conference, Biosimilars Europe, taking place on 29th & 30th September 2016 in Central London, UK. - May 09, 2016 - SAE Media Group
Pediatrician Dr. Monica Dhar, M.D. Joins Family Medicine Associates of Midland
35-year mid-Michigan primary care health care team strengthens pediatric resources. Family Medicine Associates of Midland announces that Monica Dhar, M.D. has joined the practice as a pediatric physician and is accepting new patients. Dr. Dhar, a longtime Midland resident, brings 17 years of trusted mid-Michigan pediatric experience to the practice. - May 06, 2016 - Family Medicine Associates of Midland
Orthopedic Surgeons, Rodney Comisar, MD and Gary Millard, DO to Join OrthoNeuro in August 2016
OrthoNeuro announced today that they will add two new orthopedic surgeons to their team of 25 distinguished doctors. Dr. Rodney Comisar and Dr. Gary Millard will join the multi-specialty physician group in August 1st, 2016. - May 02, 2016 - OrthoNeuro
New Jersey Associates in Medicine Not Standing Still
NJAIM quality, comprehensive medical care continues to grow and expand. Come to the next Open House and see for yourself on Thursday, May 19, 2016 from 6:30 to 9:00 PM. That evening NJAIM will also be welcoming Mr. Bart Oates, President of the NJ Chapter of the NFL Alumni Association and 3-time Super Bowl Champion who will join the festivities to help kick off the the Grand Opening of the NJAIM and MedPro Wellness fitness facility. - April 26, 2016 - New Jersey Associates in Medicine, PA
Help is on the Way for Families Dealing with Alzheimer's and Dementia
Families can find answers to all their questions in one place. The Senior Health Fair will take place on April 27 from 9:30 to 6:00 PM at the Voice of America Park Lodge at 7850 VOA Park Drive in West Chester. Admission is free as well as parking. There will be no charge for hearing and blood pressure screenings and the Health Fair is open to the public. Presented by the Cheering for Charity Foundation. - April 16, 2016 - Cheering for Charity Foundation
Milestones Celebrates 17 Years Treating Eating Disorders
Milestones in Recovery has been treating men and women with eating disorders for over 17 years. - April 14, 2016 - Milestones In Recovery
Cesar Chavez Lifetime Achievement Award Given to North County Health Services’ CEO
The network of 11 clinics has become a medical home for over 62,000 patients and clients for nearly two decades. - April 13, 2016 - NCHS
Ex-Journalist Launches Website to Connect Families to Senior Advocates for Help Finding Assisted Living
Tony’s Rolodex refers families to trusted Senior Placement Advocates for help finding Assisted Living and Memory Care. It is launching first in Arizona and Florida. Advocates provide an alternative to the services of such Senior Housing Referral websites as A Place for Mom and Caring.com. - April 07, 2016 - Tony's Rolodex LLC
OrthoNeuro Opens New Physical Therapy Center in Pickerington
OrthoNeuro has expanded its medical services in Pickerington to include a new state of the art physical therapy center. - April 06, 2016 - OrthoNeuro
Enabling Medical Record with Clinical Decision Support
Medent, a top ranked electronic health record, and VisualDx, the most widely used clinical decision support system, announce integration. - March 30, 2016 - VisualDx
North County Health Services Opens New Location in Perris, California
North County Health Services (NCHS), a leading provider of health care, announces the opening of their newest health care facility. Families and individuals that are looking for medical attention can stop by NCHS’ newest location at 1675 N Perris Blvd, Perris, CA 92571 for all of their medical needs. - March 22, 2016 - NCHS
Integrative Health Brings Direct Primary Care Plus Holistic Wellness Services to Northern Colorado
Innovative program combines traditional and alternative medicine to enhance quality of regular healthcare for individuals. - March 22, 2016 - Integrative Health
Kelly Romanelly, FNP-BC, Joins Integrative Health
KellyRomanelly is a board-certified family nurse practitioner, specializing in wellness and prevention for patients of all ages. - March 20, 2016 - Integrative Health
New iPhone App by PatientClick Revolutionizes Patient Engagement
PatientClick Inc. has recently announced the release of its new iPhone app that has revolutionized the way patients connect and engage with healthcare providers. More details on the app are available at www.patientclick.com. - March 19, 2016 - PatientClick
Pain Recovery Center of Tyler Now Offers Spinal Decompression for Patients Experiencing Chronic Neck or Back Pain
The DRX9000™ Spinal Decompression System, now available at Pain Recovery Center of Tyler in Tyler, Texas, is designed to alleviate neck or back pain caused by bulging discs, herniated discs or degenerative disc disease without the use of surgery. - March 14, 2016 - Pain Recovery Center of Tyler
Soft Drinks and Orthodontic Treatment Are a Recipe for Disaster Says American Association of Orthodontists
Many people are not aware that soft drinks – even diet soft drinks, sports and energy drinks, and fruit drinks – contain acids, which can be especially troublesome for people in orthodontic treatment. The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) strongly advises patients in... - March 12, 2016 - Curium
Syrian Refugee Medical Translation Tool Reduces Language Barriers
Refugees can complete a full patient history and PHQ-9 mental health screening in Arabic or Armenian, with responses automatically translated to English. - March 11, 2016 - CognisantMD