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.
Are Selfies Really to Blame for the Upswing of Head Lice?
In recent days, there have been reports about selfies causing an upswing in head lice among pre-teens and teenagers. But can we really put the blame on a quick cell-phone photo? "We don't believe that selfies are the cause of more head lice cases in teenagers," said Nancy Gordon,... - February 27, 2014 - National Association of Lice Treatment Professionals
WRS Health Awarded Surescripts 2013 White Coat of Quality
Award recognizes EHR system’s efficient and safe electronic prescribing process - February 20, 2014 - WRS Health
Swathi Rao PA-C, an Indianapolis Clinician, Graduates to Become a Part of the Elite Group of Certified Practitioners by the Institute for Functional Medicine
Swathi has chosen to focus her expertise in Functional medicine for many timely reasons. According to Federal Way, WA; February 10, 2014: "Of total healthcare costs in the United States, more than 75% is due to chronic conditions." Functional medicine incorporates the latest in genetic science and systems biology, and also enables health care practitioners to practice proactive, predictive, and personalized medicine while empowering patients to take an active role in their own health. - February 14, 2014 - Excell for Life
Keeping Your Child Healthy
Ganeinu Preschool is proud to present a free seminar to parents and child care givers with renowned Jacksonville Pediatrician Dr. Shiree Sauer providing key information to keeping children healthy on Sunday February 23rd at 6pm at the Ganeinu Preschool. - February 12, 2014 - Ganeinu - Early Childhood Development Center
Knowmedge and Docphin Announce Collaborative Agreement for Internal Medicine Board Review Questions
Docphin, an evidence-based medicine content management platform for hospitals and healthcare providers, to feature content from the Knowmedge Internal Medicine Question Bank on its web and mobile platforms. - February 12, 2014 - Knowmedge
AIC Students to Hold HIV/AIDS Awareness Day Events
Events are planned throughout the day aimed at educating students about the basics of HIV and AIDS. - February 08, 2014 - American International College
LEAP Recognizes Top Medical Professionals with Distinguished Honors
As Lawrence Executive Alliance of Professionals (LEAP), LLC begins another promising year as a recognized leader in the medical staffing industry, 2013 honors are being bestowed upon its top medical professionals and employees. While the company itself won the Small Business Community... - February 08, 2014 - LEAP LLC
ModuleMD – One of the First Michigan-based EHR to Achieve Meaningful Use Stage 2 Certification
ModuleMD has been certified - enabling eligible providers to meet the Stage 1 and 2 Meaningful Use measures required to qualify for funding under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). - February 04, 2014 - ModuleMD
AIC Researchers Investigate Role of Collaborative Teaching
Interdisciplinary collaboration may play an important role in the education of future clinicians in the rapidly changing healthcare environment. That, according to researchers at American International College. The research was presented recently at the Annual Conference of the American Association... - January 23, 2014 - American International College
Knowmedge Announces Publication of High-Yield Internal Medicine Board Review Pearls eBook in iTunes, Google Play, and Kindle Format
The Knowmedge High-Yield Internal Medicine Board Review Pearls eBook, geared towards individuals interested in Internal Medicine Certification, is now available in various digital formats. - January 21, 2014 - Knowmedge
Baptist Health Implements Self-Service Patient Registration Solution
Baptist Health announced the implementation of Clearwave kiosks - a self service patient registration system. - January 15, 2014 - Clearwave Corporation
Skills® Behavior Intervention Plan Builder Now Available as a Stand-Alone Web-Based Program
The innovative tool gives clinicians, educators, and behavior professionals the ability to efficiently develop effective behavior intervention plans (BIPs) for individuals who display challenging behavior. - January 11, 2014 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Cranking Software Announces the Launch of MDSupplies and Service, a Medical Supplies Ordering and Management Software System
Cranking Software, the software company behind the country’s largest physician dispensing system, has launched their newest software system; MDSupplies and Service, a medical supplies ordering and management system. - January 06, 2014 - MDSupplies and Service
Advanced Healthcare of Garland Celebrates the Holiday Season and Offers Seniors with Healthy Resolutions for the New Year
Garland, Texas Based Nursing Home Wishes Staff and Residents a Healthy and Happy New Year. - December 28, 2013 - Advanced Healthcare of Garland
Knowmedge Publishes "High-Yield Internal Medicine Board Exam Pearls" eBook Focused on the ABIM Exam and NBME Internal Medicine Shelf Exam
Knowmedge announces publication of "High-Yield Internal Medicine Board Exam Pearls," a free eBook for those preparing for the ABIM Board Exam or NBME Internal Medicine Shelf Exam. - December 24, 2013 - Knowmedge
Renegade Doctors Opt Out of Current Healthcare System
An Edina, MN medical clinic is leading the charge to revolutionize healthcare..... and it's not what you think. - December 20, 2013 - Southdale Internal Medicine
Dr Ken Wong from Central Coast Surgery Performs His 150th Gastric Sleeves Surgery for Weight Loss
Dr Ken Wong from Central Coast Surgery has performed his 150th gastric sleeve surgery for patients who want to lose weight. People whose ages range from 18-72 have undergone the surgery and started losing weight, ranging from between 10kg to 100kg. Due to these gastric sleeves surgical procedures... - December 12, 2013 - Central Coast Surgery
Freehold NJ Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Michael Greller Honored for Outstanding Patient Care and Expertise
Advanced Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Institutes' Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Michael Greller, has been awarded the prestigious 2013 Patients’ Choice Award. Patients rate their doctors, and after receiving top scores, Dr. Greller has been singled out as one of the top orthopedic physicians for patient care and expertise. - December 05, 2013 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Ultra Smile Dentistry is Warmly Welcomed in Downtown Miami
Ultra Smile is a Brand New, built from the ground up, total Dental Service Practice. Ultra Smile Specializes in General, Cosmetic, and Specialty Dentistry. Ultra Smile is a contemporary family practice with modern approaches to the dental experience. - December 05, 2013 - Ultra Smile Dentistry
Woodstock Welcomes Portland Family Health - a Full-Service Family Focused Wellness Center
Portland Family Health is a family-friendly wellness center with chiropractic, naturopathic, midwifery, acupuncture, nutrition, women’s wellness, massage therapy and counseling. It is located on the corner of 4004 SE Woodstock Boulevard and opened in November of 2013. - November 28, 2013 - Portland Family Health
Suncoast Hospice Recognizes National Hospice and Palliative Care Month
Suncoast Hospice joins hospices across America and National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) in celebrating National Hospice and Palliative Care Month in November. - November 17, 2013 - Suncoast Hospice
The Core Content in Urgent Care Medicine, a Video CME Program, Offers End of Year Discount to Encourage Physicians to Use Their CME Stipends Before They Expire
The Core Content in Urgent Care Medicine, a 60 hour video CME program, is offering an end of year discount to encourage physicians to use their CME stipends before they expire. As part of this "Use it or Lose it" event, the program will be discounted significantly, with savings of up to $500 off. - November 10, 2013 - Institute of Urgent Care Medicine
Focus on Family – November is LTC Awareness Month
November is also Long-Term Care Awareness Month – a time for people to analyze their current financial situations, prepare for the future and protect themselves and their loved ones should a sickness or disability occur. And the best way to ensure that everything you have worked for and saved will be protected is with long-term care insurance. - November 08, 2013 - Long-Term Care Consultants, Inc.
Dr. Shahid Babar Founder of iMedicine Review – an Internal Medicine Board Exam Review Live Course – Joins Knowmedge as an Advisor
Shahid Babar, MD FACP FHM, founder of iMedicine Review, an internal medicine board review / ABIM Exam live course for physicians preparing for the ABIM Board Exam, has joined the Knowmedge advisory board - November 05, 2013 - Knowmedge
News for Diabetic Skin from All-Natural Skin Care Company
A serum-under cream duo that has achieved dramatic results for dry, diabetic skin is now available from Reviva Labs, whose skin products are sold in Health Food Stores and Skin Care Salons. Diabetic’s skin needs moisture. Reviva claims its hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Serum (HA) alone can... - October 28, 2013 - Reviva Labs
Hope Hospice Commemorates National Hospice Month
Hope Hospice, a non-profit, community-owned hospice serving Bexar, Blanco, Caldwell, Comal, Guadalupe, Hays, Kendall, Travis and Wilson counties, joins hospices across the nation in recognizing National Hospice Month. Hope will be recognized for its work in the field of hospice care and the lives... - October 27, 2013 - Hope Hospice
Ceram to Host Free Webinar, "How Clean is Your Device?
Ceram, the international materials technology company, will be hosting a free webinar, ‘How Clean is Your Device?’ on Thursday 21 November at 3pm (UK time). Hosted by Dr. Chris Pickles, Principal Consultant, Surfaces & Coatings, the webinar will cover the use of surface chemical... - October 27, 2013 - Lucideon
Traumatic Brain Injury from Traffic Collisions Place a Great Burden on Medical Resources in UAE
Prevention, causes and mortality rates from head injuries in UAE to be discussed at upcoming Middle East Trauma Conference. - October 23, 2013 - Informa Life Sciences Exhibitions
WRS Health Announces Partnership with Physician’s Desk Reference
Leading national EMR provider partners with trusted medical resource to provide comprehensive medication information to clients. - October 17, 2013 - WRS Health
South Jersey Endoscopy Center of Woodbury Now Offers the HET System, a Non-Surgical Technology That Treats All Symptomatic Hemorrhoids
After over three years of suffering from enlarged and bleeding hemorrhoids, and months of trying over the counter and prescription medications, Magnolia, NJ resident Ryan Winstel, 39, opted for a gentle, non-surgical treatment of hemorrhoids with the HET System. The HET System is the only non-surgical technology that allows the doctor to treat all hemorrhoids in a single procedure. - October 15, 2013 - South Jersey Endoscopy
San Diego Down Syndrome Offers Free Signup for Christmas Event During Down Syndrome Awareness Month
San Diego Symphony's Cellist Karla Holland-Moritz and her student ensemble will be featured in a "Special Treasures Christmas Event" at Funbelievable in Lakeside. Featuring CHP, Fire, as well as local dignitaries. A free Hayride and gifts for all kids with Down Syndrome in attendance. - October 11, 2013 - San Diego Down Syndrome. Org
Dr. Raquel Gerson Has Recently Been Recognized by The Global Directory of Who's Who Publication
Dr. Raquel Gerson, of Mexico City, has recently been recognized by The Global Directory of Who's Who for outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Internal Medicine. About Dr. Raquel Gerson Dr. Raquel Gerson was born in Mexico City, Mexico. She graduated from Graduate Medical... - October 11, 2013 - Global Directory of Who's Who
HEALTHCAREfirst Announces New Vice President of Business Development
HEALTHCAREfirst, the pioneer in Web-based software and services for home health and hospice care, announced today that Nate Truitt has joined the company as Vice President of Business Development. He will focus on supporting continued growth and expansion into the enterprise market. Mr. Truitt... - October 10, 2013 - HEALTHCAREfirst
Jane Grogan to Speak at 6th Immunotherapeutics & Immunomonitoring Jan 2014, CA
Jane Grogan, Senior Scientist, Immunology at Genentech to Give a Presentation at the 6th Immunotherapeutics & Immunomonitoring Conference (Jan 29-31, 2014 in San Diego) - October 05, 2013 - GTCbio
Lisa Butterfield to Speak at Immunotherapeutics & Immunomonitoring Jan 2014, CA
Lisa Butterfield, Associate Professor and Director of UPCI Immunologic Monitoring & Cellular Products Lab at the University of Pittsburgh to Give a Presentation at the 6th Immunotherapeutics & Immunomonitoring Conference (Jan 29-31, 2014 in San Diego) - October 05, 2013 - GTCbio
The Jerry and Dolores Turco Medical Rehab Center Celebrates Child Health Day
JDT Medical Rehab commemorates Child Health Day with tips for a healthy lifestyle. - October 03, 2013 - JDT Care Center
Knowmedge Announces the Publication of Internal Medicine Practice Questions eBook in iOS and Android Platform
The Knowmedge free Internal Medicine Practice Questions eBook, designed to help students and physicians study for the ABIM exam, Internal medicine shelf exam and COMLEX Step I, is now available through iOS, android and Amazon - October 03, 2013 - Knowmedge
Beach Terrace Care Center Commemorates Child Health Day
Beach Terrace Care Center proudly supports Child Health Day and spreads awareness about important issues in Childrens' health today. - September 20, 2013 - Beach Terrace Care Center
Genetics of Aneurysms in Few May Hint at Stroke Prevention for Many, Doc Says
Brain aneurysms are more common among Polycystic Kidney Disease patients than in the general population. According to Dr. Ivan Radovanovic, a neurosurgery professor at Toronto Western Hospital, understanding the genetic aspect better could lead to stroke prevention for all. - September 16, 2013 - Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada
Seattle Seahawks 12th Man Fans Will Attempt Breaking a Guinness World Record for Loudest Crowd Roar – be Careful to Protect Your Hearing
As the Seattle Seahawks season gets into full swing, Luna Family Hearing is urging children and adults to protect their hearing, reminding them that noise-induced hearing loss cannot be reversed. As reported in the Seattle newspapers and news agencies, the Seahawks 12th Man fans will attempt at... - September 15, 2013 - Luna Family Hearing
American College for Advancement in Medicine (ACAM) Announces Strategic Alliance with Forever Health and Invites Suzanne Somers to Speak at Fall 2013 Conference
The American College for Advancement in Medicine (ACAM), a leading provider of integrative medicine, today announced a strategic alliance with Forever Health as a strategic partner for our upcoming Fall 2013 Conference November 20-24 in Palm Springs, CA. - September 07, 2013 - ACAM
Mark Schnute to Speak at Protein Kinases Drug Design Oct 24-25, 2013 –San Diego
Mark Schnute, Associate Research Fellow at Pfizer to Give a Presentation at the 2nd Protein Kinases & Drug Design Conference (Oct 24-25, 2013 in San Diego). - September 07, 2013 - GTCbio
Lixin Qiao to Speak at Protein Kinases Drug Design Oct 24-25, 2013 –San Diego
Lixin Qiao, Principal Scientist at Celgene to Give a Presentation at the 2nd Protein Kinases & Drug Design Conference (Oct 24-25, 2013 in San Diego). - September 07, 2013 - GTCbio
MD Now Urgent Care is Expanding and Now Opening in North Miami Beach, Florida
MD Now Urgent Care is opening its 10th and very first Miami Dade County location in North Miami Beach, just west of Aventura, at the east end of the Shops at Skylake, at 1770 NE Miami Gardens Drive, and NE 18th Rd. on Sept. 4th 2013. Established in 2004 by Peter Lamelas, MD, a specialist in... - September 02, 2013 - MD Now Urgent Care
Checking for Head Lice Simplified by Hair Whisperers
Download the Proof of Lice card from Hair Whisperers to determine if your child has head lice. - August 22, 2013 - Hair Whisperers
Ayled Rey Recently Recognized by America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Ayled Rey of San Juan, Puerto Rico has recently been included in the America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals' Roundtable for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Internal Medicine. About Ayled Rey Dr. Ayled Rey was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico. She is currently... - August 18, 2013 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
i-calQ Announced as Finalist in $2.25 Million Nokia Sensing XCHALLENGE
i-calQ's innovative sensing technology, which makes essential diagnostic tests available anywhere, anytime… using a smartphone, has just received international recognition by a panel of industry experts as one of 12 finalists in the Nokia Sensing XCHALLENGE (a new XPRIZE competition focused on health sensors). - August 16, 2013 - i-calQ, LLC
Sound Medical Transcription Now Offers Electronic Medical Records with New No Paperwork Policy
Sound Medical Transcription is now offering hospitals, clinics, and individual physicians free integration into their electronic medical records. The service recognizes that doctors and physicians spend too much time inputting data into their EMR and offer their transcription services to save time... - August 16, 2013 - Sound Medical Transcription
OrthoNeuro Names Masciola as New Chief Executive Officer
OrthoNeuro named Christopher Masciola as its new Chief Executive Officer. Masciola will join OrthoNeuro and take on his new responsibilities in September. - August 08, 2013 - OrthoNeuro
Surgical Face Masks: AdvaCare Detects Rise in Global Demand
AdvaCare has detected a rise in global demand for its surgical face masks. This comes at the same time as recent headlines from Singapore which highlight the problem of pollution in South East Asia, including Indonesia and Malaysia. The market size for surgical face masks has expanded rapidly with individual consumers now becoming more conscious about their health. Medical supplies distributors, such as pharmacies and medical centers, should maintain ample stock of AdvaCare’s surgical face masks - August 01, 2013 - AdvaCare Pharmaceutical