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Rosa Diabetes PhysioPD™ Collaboration with Pfizer to be Presented at World PK/PD Summit
Diabetes PhysioPD model used to predict long-term clinical outcomes and select doses using only summary pharmacokinetic data from a competitor’s short-term Phase I clinical trial - April 23, 2011 - Rosa & Co LLC
South Nassau Communities Hospital Offers Pacemaker That Will Not Prevent Patients from Having an MRI
In addition to the Revo pacemaker, South Nassau Communities Hospital uses advanced technologies to provide timely, accurate diagnoses and therapies to treat the range of cardiac arrhythmias (abnormal heart rhythms) and defibrillator complications. - April 23, 2011 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
US News & World Report Ranks South Nassau Highly in Its Best Hospitals Metro Area Rankings
To be ranked in the Best Hospitals metro area rankings, South Nassau had to score in the top 25 percent among its peers in at least one of 16 medical specialties. - April 23, 2011 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Another IAVM Sponsorship for Celayix Software at the Region 4 Conference in Seattle
Celayix will be sponsoring the IAVM Region 4 Conference to say thank you to its fellow region 4 members. - April 23, 2011 - Celayix Software
Lashem Announces Beauty Product Ingredients Are Natural
With the new trend of fuller and longer eyelashes luring women to eye lash beauty products, Lashem has announced that their ingredients are 97% natural. Women can avoid harming their eyes with unwanted chemicals but still enjoy the benefits of longer and fuller lashes with Lashem’s lash... - April 23, 2011 - Lashem
Boston Microfluidics Contracts Affinity Life Sciences for Immunoassay Development and Protein Chemistry Services
Boston Microfluidics, Inc. and Affinity Life Sciences, Inc. have partnered to develop immunoassays and chemistry components related to Boston Microfluidics’ POC device. - April 22, 2011 - Affinity Life Sciences
Clearly Fresh Bags Extend the Life of Fresh Produce
Clearly Fresh® Bags Extend Storage Live of Fresh Produce by Up to 50%. New from Apio, Inc. & utilizing patented BreatheWay® technology. - April 22, 2011 - Clearly Fresh Bags
Stem Cell-Based Product for Aiding Hair Growth Launched by BioRegenerative Sciences, Inc.
BioRegenerative Sciences, Inc. releases a new stem cell-based product for aiding hair growth in women. The new product, called Hair Stemulating Complex for Women, was developed using BRS' stem cell released molecules technology called S2RM Technology. - April 22, 2011 - BioRegenerative Sciences, Inc.
Julep Ball Names Survivor Ambassador at UofL
Louisville native Sherry Trenaman Howell has been named Survivor Ambassador for the 2011 Julep Ball, the celebrity-studded event held on the eve of the Kentucky Derby and benefiting the James Graham Brown Cancer Center at the University of Louisville Health Sciences Center. - April 22, 2011 - University of Louisville Health Sciences Center
10 Waxing Warriors Raised Over HK$70,000 for Hong Kong Alley Cat Watch in Dragonfly @ Wyndham Retreat and W52 Restaurant and Bar in Collaboration with Guide to Life
Adam Edwards, the intrepid Waxing Warrior won a return trip to Shanghai with pampering spa treatments from Dragonfly by successfully raising more then HK$18,000. - April 22, 2011 - Dragonfly Therapeutic Retreat
Beverly Hills DDS Dental Implants Specialists Are Having Contests and Free Giveaways - iPad 2 and Free Consultations Including X-Rays
The team at Beverly Hills DDS is offering the chance to win the recently released iPad 2, with entry forms available on the dental clinic’s blog. Dr. Alan E Zweig, the clinic’s lead dentist is also providing an unheard of opportunity to have a free consultation and X-Rays worth $156. - April 22, 2011 - Dr. Alan E Zweig
Aleva Stores Introduces Feetures! to Its Inventory
The family-owned and operated company, Feetures!, is the most recent addition to Aleva Stores’ inventory. Hugh Gaither founded Feetures! in 2002 after 25-plus years in manufacturing for another leading athletic sock brand. He did so under his belief of there being a better way to create a... - April 22, 2011 - Aleva Stores
ABB’s Speed Shot Now Available at 7-Eleven Stores Nationwide
7-Eleven stores nationwide now carry Speed Shot®, ABB’s 8.5 ounce double-dose of liquid energy. - April 22, 2011 - Optimum Nutrition
ML Athletics Fitness Programs Reveals Results from Their 12 Week Fitness Boot Camp Body Transformation Contest for the New Year
ML Athletics Fitness Programs Specialize in Developing Boot Camp Programs for Groups, Corporate Companies, Personal Training, Small Group Training, Bootcamps, Nutrition Programming, Supplementation and Designing Individualized Workout Programs. Serving Danvers, Billerica, Malden, Winchester and All Surrounding North of Boston, Middlesex, Northshore Area Residents. - April 21, 2011 - ML Athletics
Rebootizer USA’s Third Major Order Offers Retailers New Merchandising and Marketing Support
Global Entry, Inc. exclusive distributor of the popular Rebootizer® Detox Shaker, (http://www.rebootizerusa.com), has finalized purchase of its third major order for sales in the US from Rebootizer Group PLC, the international company focused on the functional food market. Since the launch of... - April 21, 2011 - Rebootizer USA
Suzanne Quardt, MD Launches New Breast Surgery Website
Suzanne Quardt MD Board Certified Plastic Surgeon is happy to announce the launching of her new website dedicated to breast surgery. www.palmspringsbreastimplants.com is a website devoted to all aspects of breast surgery, from augmentation to reconstruction. The website features educational... - April 21, 2011 - Dr. Suzanne Quardt
The Perry Clayman Clinic Chelmsford Records Record Success Rate
The Perry Clayman Clinic Chelmsford has recently released their latest performance report which shows an unprecedented 83% success rate. - April 21, 2011 - Rehab Today
Home Care Accreditation Program Hits Milestone
Home Care Alliance of Massachusetts Program Gains 50th Private Pay Home Care Agency - April 21, 2011 - Home Care Alliance of Massachusetts
Dr. Karen Sherman Interviewed by WKRS, 1220AM on Breaking Bad Habits
"Most people live on "auto-pilot" and continue to act out bad habits. But there are ways to make changes and live a life of choice," according to Dr. Sherman. - April 21, 2011 - Dr. Karen Sherman
HMC Companies Launches My Wellness Alerts®
Plan participants receive health program that provides personalized intervention communication. - April 21, 2011 - HMC HealthWorks
MarijuanaDoctors.com Names VTE Global as National Sales Partner
The seasoned sales firm is targeting physicians from all legal cannabis states for the nation’s number one service agency for medical marijuana doctors. - April 21, 2011 - Medical Cannabis Network
SenaCare and Doktor-i.com Announce the Launch of “Ask the Doctor”
From the company that brought the MENA region the first online first online doctor appointment portal, Docktor-i.com has now partnered with SenaCare (American Board Certified physician organization) to provide patients and healthcare professionals in the MENA region with the first online second opinion Q&A submission forum in the region. “Ask the Doctor” represents a strong advance in the world of modern healthcare. - April 21, 2011 - SenaCare
SalesForce4Hire’s Kevin Schimelfenig to Lead AdvaMed Webinar
Executive to Present Revenue-Building Strategies – Minimize Dilution & Maximize Value at Exit - April 21, 2011 - SalesForce4Hire
Medical Development Group Announces April 27, 2011 Networking Event – "Going Off-Shore: Opportunities and Pitfalls for Device Enterprises"
The Medical Development Group announces its Wednesday, April 27, 2011 networking event “Going Off-Shore: Opportunities and Pitfalls for Device Enterprises.” Speaker Matt Giza, General Manager of Cogmedix, a Coghlin Company, will discuss the definitions and differences between... - April 21, 2011 - Medical Development Group
Medical Development Group Announces May 4, 2011 Forum Event – "Reimbursement Wars: Stories from the Front Lines"
The Medical Development Group announces its Wednesday, May 4, 2011 Forum entitled “Reimbursement Wars: Stories from the Front Lines.” Moderator: Edward E. Berger, Ph.D. Principal, Larchmont Strategic Advisors Panelists: Robin Bostic Vice President for Reimbursement, Thoratec Corporation Charles Mathews Vice President, Boston Healthcare Associates Laurel Sweeney Senior Director for Global Reimbursement, Philips Healthcare - April 21, 2011 - Medical Development Group
Medical Development Group Announces June 1-3, 2011 Special Course - "Safety Assurance Cases and Security for Medical Devices"
The Medical Development Group announces its June 1-3, 2011 course for specialists responsible for high-risk medical devices. Presenters include Dr. John C. Knight, Univ. of VA and Dependable Computing Inc., Dr. Kimberly S. Wasson, M. Anthony Aiello, Dependable Computing Inc., Dr. Nathanael Paul, University of Tennessee. - April 21, 2011 - Medical Development Group
Medical Development Group Announces May 16, 2011 Tri-State MedTech Event
The Medical Development Group announces its second annual Tri-State MedTech Event on May 16, 2011. Presentations by: Peter Steiger, President & CEO Optasia Medical, Sudbury, MA, Peter L. Antoinette, CEO Nanocomp Technologies., Concord, NH, Mark Pizzuto, Medical Market Manager Dymax Corp., Torrington, CT - April 21, 2011 - Medical Development Group
Research Finds "Dispense as Written" Prescriptions May Add $7.7 Billion to Annual Health Care Costs
Approximately five percent of prescriptions submitted by CVS Caremark Pharmacy Benefit Management (PBM) members in a 30-day period during 2009 included a "dispense as written" designation, costing the health care system up to $7.7 billion annually. - April 21, 2011 - Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Research Shows Rapid Adoption of Newer, More Expensive Prostate Cancer Treatments
New research from the Dana-Farber/Brigham and Women's Cancer Center (DF/BWCC) shows that newer, more expensive treatment options for prostate cancer were adopted rapidly and widely during 2002 - 2005 without proof of their cost-effectiveness. - April 21, 2011 - Brigham and Women’s Hospital
The Offshore Group and Neapco Components Extend Mexico Services Agreement
Leading global manufacturer of driveline systems for OEM and aftermarket applications expands Mexico operations - April 21, 2011 - The Offshore Group
Source-Omega’s Pure One™ Announces Three Year Anniversary to Coincide with Earth Day
Source-Omega’s Pure One™ was launched Earth Day April 22nd 2008, three years ago, using Martek’s DHA-S™ oil. Developed from microalgae oil, Pure One™ helps the heart using EPA and the brain by boosting DHA intake, users can also lower triglycerides naturally. There... - April 20, 2011 - Source-Omega
Young Survivors of Childhood Cancer Lead Annual Walk to Raise Awareness About Pediatric Cancer
Founded in Memory of Their Deceased Son, DC Based Mattie Miracle Cancer Foundation Holds Annual Walk to Support Children Diagnosed with Cancer and Their Families. - April 20, 2011 - Mattie Miracle Cancer Foundation
Emperor’s College Students Continue to Excel on NCCAOM® and California Acupuncture Licensing Exams in 2010
First time test takers from Emperor’s College score well above national average - April 20, 2011 - Emperor's College of Traditional Oriental Medicine
NNPSA Plastic Surgeons in Reno Now Offering HCG Weight Loss Diet
Reno, NV the NNPSA (Northern Nevada Plastic Surgery) clinic has just announced that their surgeons in Reno have introduced the HCG weight loss diet into their medical practice’s services. The comprehensive diet comes in a 23 or 42 day program. It involves an oral or intramuscular injection of... - April 20, 2011 - NNPSA
Mydent International Proudly Supports Autism Speaks Charity
Mydent International is pleased to announce its ongoing support of Autism Speaks, the nation's largest and most effective autism science and advocacy organization. Autism Speaks is dedicated to funding global biomedical research into the causes, prevention, treatments and cure for autism. With... - April 20, 2011 - Mydent International
SIMUL8 Corporation Helps to Ensure the Privacy of Patient Data
SIMUL8 Secure Data edition can help healthcare organizations meet and exceed HIPAA Legislation Standards. - April 20, 2011 - SIMUL8 Corporation
After Hours Pediatrics Urgent Care Connects Parents to Medical Information with Smartphone App
Tampa Bay parents now have convenient, on-the-go access to symptoms, diseases and pediatric information from After Hours Pediatrics with free iTriage healthcare app - April 20, 2011 - iTriage, LLC
Carotech to Share Emerging Science Supporting Tocomin®SupraBio™ in Addressing Wellness During SupplySide East Expo, May 3 – 5, 2011
Meet them at Supplyside East (Booth 1710) to learn about the latest science of Tocomin®SupraBio™ - April 20, 2011 - Carotech Inc.
MD-IT Announces Release of Innovative EMR for Reluctant Users
MD-IT releases a practical use EMR designed to provide physicians with the convenience of dictation combined with all the benefits of electronic medical records. - April 20, 2011 - MD-IT
Laser Spine Institute Chief Corporate Operations Officer to Serve on Best Buddies Advisory Council
Jimmy St. Louis Continues Involvement at Nonprofit Organization’s Business Buddies Tampa Bay Location - April 20, 2011 - Laser Spine Institute
HotSpring World Brings a Happy Easter to Nottingham Children's Hospital
HotSpring World, Nottingham's leading supplier of hot tubs and spas, are planning a range of charity events to support the Nottingham Children's Hospital this Easter, including an Easter Egg collection for donations of Easter eggs, toys and books, and an Easter Egg Hunt. - April 20, 2011 - HotSpring World
HealthSaaS Announces White Labeling of Cloud Based Connected Outcomes Framework
HealthSaaS today announced white labeling of their cloud based Connected Outcomes Framework service. - April 19, 2011 - HealthSaaS, Inc
Chancellor Health Trust Opens Membership for a Limited Time
Chancellor Health Trust opens medical concierge services suite for a limited time. - April 19, 2011 - Chancellor Health Trust
Gym Outfitters Named One of the Top 15 Fitness Equipment Dealers in North America
Boise’s fitness equipment company Gym Outfitters, was recognized as one of the top 15 fitness equipment dealers in North America by Precor, a leading manufacturer of cardiovascular and strength equipment. The award was presented on March 16th to Gym Outfitters owner Dan Spindler, at the annual Precor dealer meeting in San Francisco. - April 19, 2011 - Gym Outfitters
BioRegenerative Sciences, Inc. Launches Extra Virgin Olive Oil Soap Bar to Complement Stem Cell-Based Cosmeceuticals
BioRegenerative Sciences, Inc. launches extra virgin olive oil soap bar to complement stem cell-based cosmeceuticals. Using pure, cold extracted, unfiltered extra virgin olive oil from Mission Olive Trees in Sonoma, CA that were originally brought to the New World by Spanish Missionaries in the... - April 19, 2011 - BioRegenerative Sciences, Inc.
Drug Free Detox to Launch Natural Detoxification Program
Drug Free Detox, a North American leader in the utilisation of an all natural approach to drug withdrawal, is now launching its clinically acclaimed All Natural Detoxification Program. Drug Free Detox is now Doctor Recommended and will feature its cutting edge and state of the art all natural protocols to help individuals get off drugs and alcohol without any of the severe painful side effects associated with kicking the habit. - April 19, 2011 - Drug Free Detox
Espresso Family Practice App Aims at Making Life Easier for Physicians
Espresso Family Practice has just been launched. Espresso is an App that changes the way Medical Charts are done by Family Physicians. It allows medical charts to be created in 3 quick steps and automatically shows changes in previous assessments. - April 19, 2011 - Scionis Medical Information Systems
Breast Cancer Wellness Coach and Motivatonal Speaker Hueina Su Keynotes on Taming Invisible Chaos and Relieving Emotional Stress for Cancer Survivors
Mindful wellness expert, inspirational speaker and life coach Hueina Su was the keynote speaker addressing the invisible chaos and root causes of stress to breast cancer patients and survivors at a breast cancer conference. - April 18, 2011 - Beyond Horizon Coaching
Memorial Health Bariatrics Again Named Center of Excellence
Memorial Health Bariatrics, the weight-loss surgery program at Memorial University Medical Center, has been renewed as a Center of Excellence by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS). The program was first designated a Center of Excellence in 2008. Memorial Health... - April 18, 2011 - Memorial Health
EON Systems Attends 60th Anniversary of Parker Seminars
Parker Seminars celebrates its 60th anniversary where it all began: Orlando, FL and EON Systems was there to celebrate with them. In 1951, Dr. James W. Parker held the first Parker Seminar in Orlando with only seven attendees. Today, Parker Seminars is the leader in the Chiropractic profession... - April 17, 2011 - EON Systems, Inc.