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seca Corporation Awarded Patient Scales Sole-Supplier Contract with Premier Inc.’s SURPASS and ASCEND Purchasing Programs
seca Corporation, the world's market leader in medical measuring and weighing announced today that it has been awarded a contract with Premier’s highly committed ASCEND (Accelerated Supply Chain Endeavor) program in the category of Patient Scales. In addition, seca was the only supplier of... - February 20, 2021 - seca Corporation
Tigerlily Foundation Launches a New Web Series, BREATHE Tv on Facebook Live
Tigerlily Foundation in partnership with Puma Biotechnology, Inc. is excited to announce the launch of BREATHE Tv. BREATHE Tv is a sacred space, an educational and inspirational breast cancer lifestyle television series that brings together patients and providers in a space of purpose, while... - February 20, 2021 - Tigerlily Foundation
“Vaccinate with Love (Dedicated to Dr. Osterholm)” Receives Doctor’s Recommendation to be an Official Vaccination Anthem
Member of President Biden’s COVID-19 Advisory Board and Director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy, Dr. Michael Osterholm, Muses Over Peter Lake’s New Release on the Osterholm Update: COVID-19 podcast. He voiced that “The message Peter has in this song is just inspiring. In fact, I wish it would become an anthem for getting people vaccinated.” - February 20, 2021 - Peter Lake
Hospitals Choose CloudWave for Multi-Cloud Solutions
CloudWave’s OpSus Managed Services and Edge Architectures Offer Integrated Cloud Solutions to Healthcare Organizations - February 17, 2021 - CloudWave
Riem Badr, MD, FCAP Named Chief of Pathology and Laboratory Services
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the Nation’s leading oncology practices, has named board-certified hematopathologist Riem Badr, MD, FCAP, the chief of Pathology and Laboratory Services. https://nycancer.com/blog/2021/02/16/riem-badr-md-fcap-named-chief-pathology/ Dr. - February 16, 2021 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
“Vaccinate With Love (Dedicated to Dr. Osterholm)” by Peter Lake Will Benefit Families of Frontline Workers
Peter Lake releases his new song “Vaccinate With Love (Dedicated To Dr. Osterholm).” Despite being a catchy song that stands on its artistic merit, this song is released specifically for a more altruistic purpose: to benefit families of frontline workers who have sadly perished due to COVID-19 and inject more empathy into people’s hearts and minds during such a difficult time. Therefore, 100% of the streaming royalties from the song will be donated to the Frontline Families Fund. - February 16, 2021 - Peter Lake
Giraffe Products Ltd. Introduces New Mask That Claims to Kill COVID-19
A new 4 layer, food grade face mask is now available that claims to kill COVID-19. - February 14, 2021 - Giraffe Products Ltd.
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists Improve Patient Quality of Life with Supportive and Palliative Care Services; Palliative Care Division Will Expand Patient Care
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the Nation’s leading oncology practices, announced it will provide full-time Supportive and Palliative Care services throughout its cancer centers on Long Island and New York... - February 12, 2021 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Four HealthONE Hospitals Named Among Healthgrades 2021 America’s 250 Best Hospitals
The Medical Center of Aurora, Rose Medical Center, Sky Ridge Medical Center and Swedish Medical Center among the top five percent of U.S. hospitals for clinical outcomes. - February 11, 2021 - HCA Healthcare Continental Division
Clients Discover a Fresh Health Care Experience at Bellingham Respiratory Care and Equipment Company
Respiratory therapist Kelly Maycumber and Amrit Kaur prioritize patient care and provide state-of-the-art equipment and service at AFresh Respiratory Therapy Services & Equipment in Bellingham, Washington. - February 10, 2021 - AFresh - Respiratory & Home Medical Equipment
Arizona Blood and Cancer Specialists and OneOncology Open New Oro Valley Office
Arizona Blood and Cancer Specialists (ABCS) and their partner, OneOncology, are proud to announce the addition of their new office located at 10370 N. La Cañada Drive, Suite 150, Oro Valley, AZ 85737. Physicians at this new site include Y. Haroon Ahmad, MD and Sivamurthy Kyathari,... - February 08, 2021 - OneOncology
Swedish Medical Center Names Jaya Kumar, MD, New Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Kumar joins Swedish from Medical City McKinney, part of HCA Healthcare's Medical City Healthcare, where she served as the Chief Medical Officer. - February 06, 2021 - Swedish Medical Center
OrthoNeuro to Open New Office on Dublin Campus Of Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine
OrthoNeuro President, Larry T. Todd, Jr. DO, announced today that the practice will open a new office on the Dublin Campus of Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine (OUHCOM). The office is slated to open in early spring and will house a physician office and physical therapy clinic. - February 03, 2021 - OrthoNeuro
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists Announces Richard Zuniga, MD as Chief of Research
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the nation’s leading oncology practices, announces Richard Zuniga, MD, as the Chief of Research. https://nycancer.com/blog/2021/02/02/chief-of-research/ Dr. Zuniga is a board-certified hematologist and oncologist at NYCBS. Before... - February 03, 2021 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
CloudWave Acquired by Abry Partners
Abry Partners’ Investment in Cloud Services Provider Positions Company for Expansion and Growth in the Healthcare Market - February 01, 2021 - CloudWave
Linshom Announces European Patent Coverage for the Linshom Continuous Respiratory Monitor
Linshom announced today receipt of patents in five European countries including Germany, France, Spain, Italy and Great Britain. This adds to and expands the current Linshom patent portfolio held in the United States, Canada, Japan, Mexico and China. The lack of a simple, portable and inexpensive... - January 28, 2021 - Linshom
HCA/HealthONE's North Suburban Medical Center Announces New Director of Women’s and Children’s Services
North Suburban Medical Center recently announced the appointment of Mary Taylor, MSN, RNC, CNS, to director of Women’s and Children’s Services. Taylor brings more than 30 years of experience in healthcare and nursing leadership and a strong record of accomplishments. In her new role,... - January 27, 2021 - HealthONE North Suburban Medical Center
Carisk Partners Appoints Alana Letourneau, MD, MBA to Chief Clinical Strategy Officer
Carisk Partners (Carisk), a specialty risk transfer and care coordination company, is pleased to announce the promotion of Alana Letourneau, MD, MBA to Chief Clinical Strategy Officer, effective immediately. Dr. Letourneau will continue to report to Joseph Berardo, Jr., CEO, Carisk. With this... - January 20, 2021 - Carisk Partners
Swedish Medical Center Bringing World-Class Cardiology Care to Greenwood Village
New location provides access to Cleveland Clinic fellowship-trained cardiologist. - January 15, 2021 - Swedish Medical Center
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists Appoints Chief Radiation Oncologist
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), announced Talha Shaikh, MD, MBA, has been named chief radiation oncologist. - January 14, 2021 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
THIRA Health is Pleased to Announce a New Clinical Director
New Clinical Director Sarah Skoterro brings extensive experience to this growing mental health facility focused on the well-being of women and girls. - January 14, 2021 - THIRA Health
OrthoNeuro Strengthens C-Suite Executive Team with Two Promotions
OrthoNeuro, a multi-disciplinary practice of board-certified physicians has announced the promotion of Jacqueline Petty to Chief Administrative Officer and Brian Hart to Chief Operating Officer. Both Hart and Petty join Dr. Larry Todd, President of OrthoNeuro, and newly elected Senior Vice... - January 11, 2021 - OrthoNeuro
New CDC Designed "I Got My Covid-19 Vaccine!” Buttons Available to Assist in Rollout and Build Confidence in Vaccines
If you've had the COVID-19 vaccine, or involved in a vaccination roll out team/plan, these "I Got My Covid-19 Vaccine!" buttons effectively let others know you've been vaccinated. These buttons are exactly the same design as stickers given to folks after getting the Pfizer or Moderna Covid-19 vaccination. Using the official CDC design, these I've been vaccinated buttons are a universal indicator that you've been inoculated, and encourage other to follow your lead. - January 11, 2021 - I've Had It
Ultra-Low Temperature Freezers for Vaccine and Laboratory Cold Storage Introduced by ATS
ATS announces both freestanding and portable freezers for vaccines, biological materials, and biomedical uses. The ultra-low temperature freezers can continuously store biological materials, including vaccines, at temperatures as low as -86°C (-123°F) with +/- 0.1°C accuracy. - January 07, 2021 - Advanced Thermal Solutions, Inc.
Immundiagnostik, Inc. Launches New Website to Support Research and Clinical Laboratories
Immundiagnostik, Inc., a North American immunoassay provider, has launched its new website to support research and clinical laboratories working toward improving patient care. The site offers a more convenient way for labs of all sizes to purchase immunoassays and other diagnostic detection tools, as well as learn about lab support and customized bulk packaging services. More information can be found at https://idkna.com - January 05, 2021 - Immundiagnostik, Inc.
Stanford Healthcare Loses in Appeals Court, Accused of Alleged $468 Million Dollar Healthcare Billing Fraud
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals recently rejected Stanford Healthcare’s (formerly Stanford Hospitals and Clinic) argument in the U.S. government’s case against Stanford Healthcare for nearly $500 million dollars of alleged Medicare billing fraud. In entering its ruling against the... - January 05, 2021 - GJLaw
Studies Reveal CBD May Protect Against COVID-19; OC Wellness Solutions' CBD Tinctures and Oils Available
Clinical trials have shown CBD could be effective in reducing the cytokine storm in COVID-19 patients. - January 04, 2021 - OC Wellness Solutions
Carnivore Meat Company Donates UV Equipment to Health Care Systems for Medical Mask Sterilization
Ultra-premium freeze-dried pet food manufacturer, Carnivore Meat Company, has announced the donation of its UV sterilization equipment to two local health care systems: HSHS hospitals in Eastern Wisconsin (St. Vincent Hospital and St. Mary’s Hospital Medical Center in Green Bay; St. Clare... - December 31, 2020 - Carnivore Meat Company
A Novel Treatment Modality for COVID-19: Global Cancer Technology is Developing a Nanoparticle Which May Selectively Target, Bind and Inactivate Coronavirus Virions
Global Cancer Technology, an emerging biopharmaceutical company, is developing a novel treatment modality to selectively kill the COVID-19 virus. - December 30, 2020 - Global Cancer Technology
Keep the Holidays Safe from Fires and Burns This Season
The Burn and Reconstructive Centers of America and Swedish Medical Center want the community to stay safe this holiday season. - December 18, 2020 - Swedish Medical Center
HealthONE Hospitals Nationally Recognized with an "A" for the Fall 2020 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade
Four HealthONE Hospitals were awarded an "A" in the fall 2020 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing HealthONE’s achievements protecting patients from harm and providing safer health care. The Leapfrog Group is an independent national watchdog... - December 16, 2020 - HCA Healthcare Continental Division
Rose Medical Center Continues to Earn Straight “A's” for Patient Safety in the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade
Rose Medical Center is one of only 29 hospitals in the United States to be awarded an "A" every grading cycle since 2012. - December 15, 2020 - Rose Medical Center
Tigerlily Foundation to Lead Historic Special Session on Health Equity, Collaboration and Partnership at the 2020 San Antonio Breast Cancer Virtual Symposium
Tigerlily Foundation, a national breast cancer organization established by a Black, first-generation immigrant woman and patient-led organization will open the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium (SABCS). Maimah Karmo, President and Founder of the Tigerlily Foundation, has set the stage for a new... - December 07, 2020 - Tigerlily Foundation
Tigerlily Foundation to Lead Historic Special Session on Health Equity, Collaboration and Partnership at the 2020 San Antonio Breast Cancer Virtual Symposium
Tigerlily Foundation co-hosts this historic special session in collaboration with the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR), titled Setting the Stage for Health Equity, Collaboration and Partnership, on December 8, 2020, to discuss continued collaborative action towards health equity in breast cancer care, at SABCS 2020. The event is designed to foster transformational dialogue and lead to specific strategies to end barriers at every level of healthcare for people of color. - December 05, 2020 - Tigerlily Foundation
Rose Medical Center Names Laura Thornley New Chief Nursing Officer
Rose Medical Center is pleased to announce the appointment of Laura Thornley, MSN, RN, BS, NEA-BC, as Rose Medical Center’s new Chief Nursing Officer (CNO). Thornley will be part of the Rose Executive Team and will lead Rose’s overall hospital patient experience and nursing... - December 01, 2020 - Rose Medical Center
The US Oncology Network Warns Administration’s Most Favored Nation Model Will Disrupt Patient Access to Cancer Treatments
Interim Final Rule would disproportionately target oncologists and reduce patient access to current and future treatments. - November 24, 2020 - The US Oncology Network
Panacea Announces No-Cost Diagnostic Review of Hospital Chargemaster Ahead of CMS Final Rule Posting Deadline
The comprehensive diagnostic review includes analysis of CMS Price Transparency shoppable items and services to alert providers of risks and opportunities. - November 24, 2020 - Panacea
HCA/HealthONE's Swedish Medical Center Physician Offers Thanksgiving Safety Reminders
Stay safe while preparing Thanksgiving meals this year. - November 22, 2020 - Swedish Medical Center
Aardvark Medical Announces BARDA Exercise of Contract Option 1 Valued at $2.8M
Advances Development of Specimen Collection System for Respiratory Pathogens for Viral Testing - November 20, 2020 - pNeo LLC
Mr. Dhruv Galgotia Plans Grand Entry in Health Care Sector with Investment of 1200 Crores
Net Worth of Dhruv Galgotia rises to 3000 Crore as he enters HealthCare sector after being a leader in the education sector. - November 20, 2020 - Galgotias University
HCA/HealthONE's North Suburban Medical Center Announces New Director of Acute Care Services
North Suburban Medical Center recently announced the appointment of Brooke Nelson, RN to director of acute care services. Nelson will oversee the acute care units at the hospital including the Medical/Surgical unit and the Orthopaedic/Trauma unit. Nelson is a familiar HealthONE colleague having... - November 18, 2020 - HealthONE North Suburban Medical Center
Preemie System Wins German Design Award for Its Preemie Sensor in the Category of Medical, Rehabilitation and Health Care
Preemie sensor is a small, portable device created for neonatologists, nurses, and human milk bank professionals to analyse milk for its nutritional value, spoilage and safety. - November 17, 2020 - Preemie Systems
IVI Research Brief Examines Value Assessment in the Age of COVID
Researchers Highlight Important Advancements in Understanding Value Emerging from the Pandemic - November 10, 2020 - Innovation and Value Initiative
Erica Cai Named ALPCO’s Summer 2020 Diabetes Research Travel Grant Recipient
Today ALPCO announced Erica Cai from Harvard Medical School as the latest recipient of its Diabetes Research Travel Grant. Dr. Cai is a postdoctoral fellow from the Joslin Diabetes Center researching the mechanism of autoimmunity that leads to beta cell destruction and type 1 diabetes (T1D). Dr. - November 10, 2020 - ALPCO
HealthONE Behavioral Health & Wellness Center Receives 2020 Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award
The HealthONE Behavioral Health & Wellness Center is pleased to announce it has been named a 2020 Guardian of Excellence Award® winner by Press Ganey. The Guardian of Excellence Award recognizes top-performing health care organizations that have achieved the 95th percentile or above for... - November 08, 2020 - HCA Healthcare Continental Division
2020 Healthcare Administration Alliance Evaluation and Management (E/M) Conference Sessions Now Available for Purchase
Ideal Opportunity for Medical Coders, Auditors, Managers and Providers to Review Acclaimed Workshops Focused on Significant E/M Changes Affecting Reimbursement in 2021 and Beyond. - November 05, 2020 - Healthcare Administration Alliance
Desktop Alert and Aceso Medical Supply to Release 10+ Million U.S. Made N95 NIOSH Approved Surgical Respirators
Desktop Alert Mass Notification Platform in Partnership with Aceso Medical Supply has procured over 10 million US Made N95 Grade surgical Respirators for U.S. 1st Responders and qualified medical institutions only. The respirators are not available for international shipping under any circumstances. - October 27, 2020 - Desktop Alert
Double Heart and Kidney Transplant Recipient Reveals Secrets to Survival During Difficult Times in New Book
At a time when people are struggling with uncertainty and disharmony in their daily lives, along comes a story of against-the-odds survival and hope. "Roasting Karma" is a memoir about resilience and strength in the face of repeated trials which also includes the loss of two spouses to breast cancer. - October 23, 2020 - Healing Digest Ltd.
HealthONE to Host "Crush the Crisis" Opioid Take Back Day on October 24
Event corresponds with DEA Take Back Day to educate community about safe, proper disposal of opioids - October 16, 2020 - HCA Healthcare Continental Division
CloudWave and Neptuno Partner to Deliver Cloud Services to Hospitals Utilizing the MEDITECH EMR/EHR in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean
CloudWave offers fully managed, HIPAA-compliant hosting of the MEDITECH Electronic Health Record and a wide range of other healthcare applications with the newly expanded OpSus Healthcare Cloud. - October 14, 2020 - CloudWave