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Consilium Acquired by GFAR Health Services, LLC
National Healthcare Claims Negotiation Company Gets New Ownership after a Decade - June 20, 2016 - Consilium
Sanitis Announces New Partnership with HealthNet to Install Zylast Hand Hygiene Solution
Sanitis, an Austin-based supplier of innovative eco-friendly, next-generation infection control, disinfecting, and “green cleaning” products announced Friday that it has entered into a new partnership with HealthNet, Inc., Indiana’s largest Federally Qualified Health... - June 19, 2016 - Sanitis
Mary’s Center Named One of The Washington Post’s 2016 Top Workplaces in Greater Washington
The Washington Post awarded Mary’s Center the 2016 Top Workplaces. Mary's Center was one of the 150 organizations who received this honor at a celebration on Thursday, June 16 at the new offices of The Washington Post. - June 19, 2016 - Mary's Center
The Birches Kick Off Summer with 2nd Annual Daisy-Q
On June 15, The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. kicked off summer with its second annual Daisy-Q - a backyard barbecue celebrating the history of Clarendon Hills. Birches residents, associates and Clarendon Hills community members attended the event in The Birches’ outdoor... - June 19, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
INTEGRIS Grove Hospital Opens Outpatient Wound Healing Center
INTEGRIS Grove Hospital partnered with Wound Care Specialists to open an advanced wound healing and limb preservation center. - June 18, 2016 - Wound Care Specialists
HFMA’s Georgia Chapter Announces New Officers
The Georgia Chapter of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) is unveiling its 2016/2017 slate of officers, with terms beginning June 1, 2016. The new board members include: Jonathan Skaggs, President Todd Cox, President Elect Laurence Harris, Secretary Bridget Cutchen,... - June 17, 2016 - Georgia HFMA
Drug-Free South Hitting the Streets of Downtown Nashville with Truth
Drug-Free South made a splash in Music City by distributing The Truth About Marijuana this past weekend to hundreds of country music fans outside the CMA Music Festival. - June 17, 2016 - Drug Free South
ElectroCore’s Non-Invasive Vagus Nerve Stimulation (nVNS) Demonstrates Efficacy in Preventing Cluster Headache and Menstrual Migraine
The results of two studies, presented at the American Headache Society (AHS) Science Meeting last weekend in San Diego, show that using electroCore’s non-invasive vagus nerve stimulation (nVNS) therapy, gammaCore®, is effective at preventing both cluster headache and menstrual migraine. - June 17, 2016 - electroCore
MemorialCare Breast Center at Saddleback Opens New Breast Center in Irvine
The Center Offers the Latest Technology, Expert Staff and Patient Convenience - June 16, 2016 - Saddleback Memorial Medical Center
Advanced Patient Advocacy Leader Appointed to Florida HFMA Board Position
Advanced Patient Advocacy, LLC (APA) announced today that Abby Birch, Vice President of Client Development, has been installed as the Director of Innovation for the Florida Healthcare Financial Management (HFMA) Board. Ms. Birch was installed on May 16th, 2016. Florida HFMA is focusing on four... - June 16, 2016 - Advanced Patient Advocacy, LLC
Miami Dentist Teams with Top Surgical Instrument Company to Introduce New Anglevator Extraction Product at the FDC 2016 Exhibit Hall
Top surgical instrument company, GerMedUSA Dental, teamed with Miami Dr., Eric Schuetz, to create a new dental extraction instrument that will change the game for years to come. - June 16, 2016 - GermedUSA Dental
InfocusRx™ Announces the Launch of SaaS-Based Patient Education Portal with Daily Updates
Health Library offers a rich content covering the continuum of care in nearly all specialities written in plain language in accordance with health literacy design principles. - June 16, 2016 - InfocusRX
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
Altaflo Recognized for High Standards with ISO 9000:2015 Certification
Fluoropolymer tubing and pipe producer Altaflo has achieved ISO 9000:2015 certification, officially recognizing the company’s adherence to international industry standards. Since its inception in 2006, Altaflo has placed a priority on providing high quality products and services for their customers, and this certification reinforces their commitment. - June 15, 2016 - Altaflo
Long Island, New York's Dr. Steven M. Katz Adds Alma Lasers FemifLift™ to Katz Plastic Surgery
Dr. Steven M. Katz, M.D. of Katz Plastic Surgery has expanded his practice and is now offering FemiLift™ to his patients. "With the recent appearance of FemiLift on The Doctors, I have seen an increase in patients Interested in the FemiLift procedure,” says Dr. Katz. "Our... - June 13, 2016 - Katz Plastic Surgery
Telemedicine Interest in Tampa
Nick Hernandez, CEO at ABISA, delivered a presentation last week on the topic of telemedicine at a seminar sponsored by the Hillsborough County Medical Association (HCMA) in Tampa, Florida. The goal of the seminar was to offer an introduction to physicians who may consider implementing... - June 13, 2016 - ABISA
Youngstown, OH Hospice Updates Website with New Resource for Residents
In order to provide better information on hospice and palliative care, Harbor Light Hospice has updated its informational website with resources for residents of Youngstown, OH. - June 13, 2016 - Harbor Light Hospice
Glint Advertising Helps Prestige Credit Union Celebrate 80 Years
Daylong anniversary party at Prestige C.U. June 17. - June 12, 2016 - Glint Advertising
Grand Opening: Lux Wellness Studio
Chicago’s first organic and holistic wellness studio located in River North/West hosts grand opening, July 10th, 2016. The city of Chicago welcomes Lux Wellness Studio to the River North/West area. A one of a kind wellness studio known for providing the city with healthier alternatives when... - June 12, 2016 - Lux Wellness Studio
South Korea Patent Allowance for Anti-Obesity Pet Vaccines to Braasch Biotech LLC
Braasch Biotech granted Anti-Obesity patent for pets by Korean Intellectual Property Office. Commercial utility and novelty for first therapeutic vaccine for use in obese dogs, cats and horses. - June 11, 2016 - Braasch Biotech LLC
BioBeats Announces New CEO; Rob Brougham Strengthens Commercial Team to Drive Growth
BioBeats, the leading machine learning platform that delivers insights about the real-time wellbeing and stress of employees in corporate settings and to consumers via its ‘Hear and Now’ app (currently ranked #4 in the App Store in the Mindfulness Category), today announced it has... - June 10, 2016 - BioBeats
NanoHybrids to Sponsor Gold Nanoparticles for Selected Research Proposals
For a limited time, NanoHybrids is accepting applications for a chance to win a supply of their top Gold Nanoparticles to enhance imaging project results. - June 10, 2016 - NanoHybrids
Europital Will Provide a Key Presentation at the CTIP Congress in Hamburg, Germany
Europital will be present at the Clinical Trials Innovation Programme on the 27th and 28th of June at the Radisson Blu Hotel Hamburg Airport, in Hamburg, Germany. - June 10, 2016 - Europital BVBA
Knowmedge Launches Family Medicine Board Prep
Knowmedge announces a board prep study resources for ABFM® Board Exam - June 10, 2016 - Knowmedge
Operative Experience Adds Military Executive to Drive Growth in the Government Sector
Operative Experience, Inc. (OEI), a fast rising developer of high-fidelity human simulators for surgical and pre-hospital education, today announced they’ve added Paul Bernal as their Director of Global Government Business Development to lead strategic growth initiatives in OEI’s global... - June 09, 2016 - Operative Experience, Inc.
Over 7 Million Reasons to Like This Podiatrist
Piano playing podiatrist Dr. Roger Friedman has amassed over 7 million video views on his instructional jazz piano video channel "Lot2Learn" proving that your feet are in some pretty talented hands when you step into this Elyria, Ohio podiatry office. - June 09, 2016 - Roger L. Friedman, DPM
HypnoGolf - Kathryn McGlynn Hypnosis Presents an Educational Seminar for Golfers
No Swinging Watches, Just a Better Golf Swing. - June 09, 2016 - Kathryn McGlynn Hypnosis / Journey of the Mind
The Birches Redefines the "Senior" Prom
The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. hosted a “Senior” Prom that had a dance floor, DJ, photo area, corsages and everything else you’d expect at a high school dance, with just one notable difference—the guests had a bit more life experience under their belt. - June 09, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
Executives Slated to Present "The Executive Blueprint for Hospital Laboratory Outreach Growth" at Upcoming OHA Event
Jeffrey H. Myers, CFO and VP of Financial Services for Chi Solutions, an Accumen company, and Sean McKibben, President of Mount Carmel West, are slated to speak at the 2016 Ohio Hospital Association Annual Meeting and Education Summit. - June 09, 2016 - Chi Solutions, Inc., an Accumen company
Autoinjectors Market to Grow at 8% Annually, Predicts Roots Analysis
The "Global Autoinjectors Market, 2016-2026" report elaborates on self-administration devices, the origin/history of autoinjectors, their components and advantages offered by different categories of autoinjectors. - June 08, 2016 - Roots Analysis
Dream Foundation’s Second Annual Summer Dream Helps Give Life to Final Dreams
Adults across the nation from ages 18 to 40 will benefit from fresh, summer themed fundraiser. - June 08, 2016 - Dream Foundation
Kids Dental Kare Hollywood Office Moves Down the Street
Kids Dental Kare, the leading pediatric dental care provider in Southern California, moves its Hollywood operations to a new location. The new address for the Kids Dental Kare Hollywood office is now 1155 N. Vermont Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90029. Kids Dental Kare has 14 locations in Southern... - June 08, 2016 - Kids Dental Kare
CNN Anchor to Emcee Friends of Karen Gala Benefit
Friends of Karen, which supports critically-ill children and their families, will hold its spring gala benefit, A Summer Soirée, on Friday, June 17, 2016 at Brae Burn Country Club (Purchase, NY), hosted by CNN anchor John Berman. - June 08, 2016 - Friends of Karen
Seven Presentations on electroCore’s Treatment for Cluster Headache and Migraine Will Feature at American Headache Society Science Meeting
Recent clinical and preclinical results using electroCore’s non-invasive vagus nerve stimulation (nVNS, gammaCore®) therapy in the treatment and prevention of primary headache are the subject of seven presentations at the American Headache Society (AHS) Science Meeting being held at San... - June 08, 2016 - electroCore
ALPCO Releases New Broad Range Periostin ELISA
ALPCO now has a new broad range Periostin ELISA capable of measuring elevated levels of periostin consistent with current research. - June 07, 2016 - ALPCO
Center for Endometriosis Care to Host Atlanta Screening of Groundbreaking Endometriosis Film, "Endo What?"
Revolutionary Documentary Sets out to Shatter Myths, Educate Society & Organize for Change; Interactive Expert Panel to Follow Screening. - June 07, 2016 - Center for Endometriosis Care
Barlow Respiratory Hospital Designated as Center of Excellence
Barlow Respiratory Hospital in Los Angeles has earned the Passy Muir designation as a Center of Excellence by demonstrating a high standard of care for patients with tracheostomies, on and off the ventilator. Presentation of the designation award will be at a reception at Barlow Respiratory Hospital, on Tuesday June 7, 2016 at 10:00 am in the hospital’s historic main campus library. Barlow’s Medical Director, Dr. David R. Nelson, will speak at the presentation. - June 07, 2016 - Barlow Respiratory Hospital
Launch of New Job Board Dedicated to Long Term Care Promises Staffing Challenge Relief
LTCjob.com will provide very cost effective job postings to long term care organizations including home health, skilled nursing, assisted living and hospice. - June 06, 2016 - LTCjob.com
Mad Men & Martinis - A Retro Cocktail Party for a Cause
On Thursday, June 16, 2016, Project Transitions hosts the first annual Mad Men & Martinis retro cocktail party fundraiser to benefit people living with HIV/AIDS. Festivities start at 6:30pm at Galvanize’s offices at 118 Nueces St. Revolution Spirits, Deep Eddy Vodka, and Republic Tequila... - June 06, 2016 - Project Transitions
June 30, 2016 Webinar: Behavioral Health Patient Engagement: Using Motivational Interviewing to Improve Outcomes
The latest applications of motivational interviewing to engage individuals with behavioral health issues will be explored during a June 30, 2016 webinar on Behavioral Health Patient Engagement sponsored by the Healthcare Intelligence Network. - June 06, 2016 - Healthcare Intelligence Network
CMS Compliance Group, Inc. Launches Website for Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Clients
Compliance consulting firm for long term and post acute care providers launches new website to reflect interdisciplinary consulting offerings for providers, including nursing homes, assisted living facilities, home health agencies and other providers. - June 06, 2016 - CMS Compliance Group
Decatur, IL Hospice Revamps Information on Local Services
In order to provide better information on hospice and palliative care, Harbor Light Hospice has updated its informational website with resources for residents of Glen Ellyn, IL. - June 05, 2016 - Harbor Light Hospice
Coronado Cosmetic Surgery Center is First to Introduce Kybella™ to Coronado, California
San Diego Plastic Surgeon, Rakhesh Guttikonda, D.O., announced that Coronado Cosmetic Surgery Center in Coronado, California is the first in Coronado to offer the FDA-approved Kybella, which is a treatment to eliminate submental fat without surgery. The treatment is revolutionary that dissolves... - June 05, 2016 - Coronado Cosmetic Surgery Center
South Nassau Communities Hospital's Joint Replacement Program Awarded Gold Seal, Recertification
Joint Commission accreditation and certification is recognized nationwide as a symbol of quality that reflects an organization's commitment to meeting certain performance standards. - June 05, 2016 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Junior ROTC Cadets Salute Atlantic Shores Veterans with Intergenerational Program to Record Personal Stories of Military History
Interviews to be Stored at Library of Congress as Permanent Testimonies - June 05, 2016 - Atlantic Shores Retirement Community
SleepSafe Drivers® and NATERA Team Up to Educate About Fatigue and Sleep Management in the Transportation Industry
SleepSafe Drivers, one of the nation’s leaders in Fatigue Management Programs for the transportation industry and other high-risk related jobs, will discuss sleep apnea and answer industry specific questions related to OSA and fatigue management during a special webinar on June 8th. - June 04, 2016 - SleepSafe Drivers, Inc.
The Sexual Reawakening Virtual Summit Features 33 Leading Sexologist Interviews
Sexology is a comprehensive field of study and training. Each participant in the summit has devoted their life’s work to better understanding the complexities of sexual attitudes, desires, behaviors and the interactions with other aspects of an individual’s life. This exciting, educational and innovative event begins on Monday, June 6th and continues through June 25th. - June 04, 2016 - CreateHealingAndLoveNow.com
Jeff Thompson, MD, Joins MedAware Systems’ Scientific Advisory Board
MedAware Systems, Inc. announced today that Dr. Jeff Thompson is joining the Company’s Scientific Advisory Board. Dr. Thompson is the former Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of Gundersen Health System. He is an internationally recognized leader in healthcare quality. A... - June 04, 2016 - Biomed Industries Inc.
Philadelphia is "Making the Link" Between Viral Hepatitis and Liver Cancer
Hepatitis and cancer advocates urge Philadelphia city leaders to help decrease liver cancer rates by making chronic viral hepatitis testing and treatment a local priority. - June 04, 2016 - Hepatitis B Foundation
RSVP Med Spa Introduces DeScribe PFD Patch
RSVP Med Spa unveils the most innovative tattoo removal product of 2016, DeScribe PFD Patch. The Patch represents the most significant advance in tattoo removal since the Q-switched laser. - June 04, 2016 - RSVP Med Spa