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In PBS Affiliate KCPT Feature Patients Explain How Tai Chi Book Author's Program is Saving Millions in Healthcare Costs via His Work with University of Kansas Hospital
In PBS Affiliate KCPT feature patients explain how SMARTaichi.com's founder and author of recently released "The Complete Idiot's Guide to T'ai Chi & QiGong, (4th edition)"'s University of Kansas Hospital Tai Chi program may be saving millions of dollars in health costs, and could be a model for healthcare worldwide. Learn how his book's newest 4th edition and global work are influencing healthcare worldwide. Publisher donates 100 copies of his groundbreaking book to University of KS Hospital. - December 15, 2014 - SMARTaichi
2015 Healthcare Forecast: Prepare for Post-Acute Care Activity, Payor Disintermediation, Transparency Pressure
Healthcare stakeholders should brace for new market entrants, more data and price transparency and an increasingly global playing field, according to HIN's eleventh annual industry trends report. - December 15, 2014 - Healthcare Intelligence Network
HL7 Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources (FHIR) Adopted by Carefluence
Comet-IS is pleased to announce that it has adopted HL7’s Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources (FHIR) into its Carefluence platform offering. FHIR is the newest standard specification framework for exchanging healthcare information electronically to address healthcare information interoperability between dissimilar computer systems. - December 14, 2014 - Carefluence
South Nassau Communities Hospital Provides Free CT Scans for Participants of Cancer Screening Study
Participants selected for the study will receive two screening CT scans, done one year apart, free of charge. - December 14, 2014 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
BPD Treatment-Meehl Foundation Offers $17,400.00 Winfield Scholarship
The Meehl Foundation is offering one $17,400.00 scholarship through the generous donation of the Winfield Scholarship fund for the treatment of an occurring mood disorder with Borderline Personality Disorder. - December 13, 2014 - The Meehl Foundation
Robert Buckhannon Responds About SEC
Dr. Robert Buckhannon and the Robert Buckhannon Foundation respond to a recent smear campaign by a disgruntled girlfriend of a former business partner. Robert Buckhannon discusses his response to the SEC filing and his cooperation during the process. - December 12, 2014 - Dr. Robert Buckhannon
Holiday Charity Shoe Giveaway
NJ Foot & Ankle Center host their first shoe market for those in need. - December 12, 2014 - New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center
Clinical and Economic Impact of Next-Generation Sequencing Examined During Boston Healthcare’s Multi-Stakeholder Symposium
Boston Healthcare Associates, Inc. (BHA) and Cambridge Healthtech Institute (CHI) held an engaging, multi-stakeholder symposium surrounding the unique challenges and opportunities with the use of next-generation sequencing (NGS) in oncology care. Entitled, “Capturing the Value of... - December 12, 2014 - Boston Healthcare
Energized Corps Program “2015 Goals” Launched Offering an Irresistible Proposition to HR, CEO, Managers, to Achieve Higher Productivity and ROI for 2015
End Burn Out, recognized experts in stress management and productivity solutions, recently announced their “Energized Corps” program that gives managers a proven way to energize their work force, increase productivity, raise ROI and reduce stress in the workplace. Now with "Energized Corps 2015 Goals" End Burn Out is calling for ten select businesses nationwide and in Canada to enjoy greater productivity and ROI. - December 11, 2014 - End Burn Out
Paras Biopharmaceuticals Wins International Award
Paras Biopharmaceuticals wins the 2014 European Biopharmaceuticals Technology Innovation Leadership Award by Frost & Sullivan. - December 11, 2014 - Paras Biopharmaceuticals Finland Oy
mumms® Software’s Built-In Cap Report Tool Helps Hospices Avoid Exceeding Medicare's Cap Limitations
New revisions by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) will require hospices to calculate and return hospice cap overpayments within a narrow window beginning this year. Hospices that do not complete this process within the CMS time restrictions will risk suspension of all Medicare... - December 11, 2014 - mumms Software
Dr. M. Chane of CA Heart Specialists Gets the Diplomat Status from the ABVLM
Dr. Majed Chane, the chief specialist and proprietor of CA Heart Specialists, and having excelled in venous and cardiovascular medicine received the esteemed Diplomat Status from the American Board of Venous & Lymphatic Medicine (ABVLM). - December 11, 2014 - CA Heart Specialists
Accretive Health Executive to Present at AHCC Discussion on Value Based Reimbursement
Ron Spoltore, senior vice president of value-based reimbursement strategy at Accretive Health, will discuss two different types of alternative payments available to payers and providers and the impact these models may have on healthcare spend at the American Health Care Congress’ 11th Annual... - December 11, 2014 - Accretive Health
ALPCO Releases New Chemiluminescent Human C-peptide ELISA
ALPCO adds to their STELLUX® Chemiluminescent line of assays with the launch of the new Human C-peptide ELISA. - December 10, 2014 - ALPCO
NuBody Concepts of Memphis and Brentwood, TN Compares Traditional Liposuction and Aqualipo
Memphis and Brentwood TN Cosmetic Surgery Center Discusses How Aqualipo Liposuction is Different From Traditional Liposuction - December 10, 2014 - NuBody Concepts
EndoSoft Develops Revolutionary Oncology Program with the Jewish General Hospital - Segal Cancer Center
EndoVault® Oncology is a first of its kind Electronic Health Record (EHR) designed specifically for Oncologists. - December 10, 2014 - EndoSoft
AveXis Announces Dosing of First Patient in Intermediate Cohort in Gene Transfer Trial
AveXis, Inc., a biotechnology company focused on using gene therapy to transform the lives of patients with severe genetic and orphan diseases like Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), today announced that the first patient in the intermediate cohort in the Gene Transfer Clinical Trial for SMA Type 1 has... - December 10, 2014 - AveXis Inc.
New Report: Medicare Chronic Care Management Revenue Opportunities for Physician Practices
A new report details 2015 revenue opportunities for physician practices who coordinate care for Medicare beneficiaries with chronic illness, based on the 2015 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule. - December 09, 2014 - Healthcare Intelligence Network
Promoting Telemedicine in Florida
ABISA, LLC Chief Executive Officer Nick Hernandez is working with state legislators and other healthcare colleagues to increase access to healthcare by means of telemedicine throughout Florida. In November, Hernandez met with Florida state representatives and others in Tallahassee over a two-day... - December 09, 2014 - ABISA
Accretive Helping Hands "Kickoff" Season of Giving with Fundraiser
Accretive Helping Hands recently hosted a “Fall Kickball Classic” in Chicago. The fun-filled charity event provided Accretive Health employees with an opportunity to enjoy an after-work activity in Chicago’s Lincoln Park, while raising money to support the programs at St. Joseph Services. Accretive Helping Hands is a not-for-profit charity organization that was founded by Accretive Health employees in 2012. - December 09, 2014 - Accretive Health
The School of Royal Yoga Inc. Announces That They Will be Offering a Free Introduction Session on Their Certified Yoga Instructor Training Courses in Chester, NJ
The School of Royal Yoga Inc. announces that they will be offering a free introduction session on how to become a Certified Yoga Instructor on Saturday, December 13th at 1:00 PM. Becoming a Yoga Instructor is a rewarding career, please come check the free introduction. Learn about how becoming a... - December 08, 2014 - The School of Royal Yoga
Washington D.C. Says Goodbye to Its "Mayor for Life"
Along with the rest of the nation, LEAP, LLC, and LEAP Foundation remember and mourn the loss of Former D.C. Mayor Marion Barry. - December 06, 2014 - LEAP LLC
Dr. Clayton Lawrence Testifies at Mayor-Elect Bowser’s Public Engagement Forum
This week, Dr. Clayton Lawrence was invited to speak at a public engagement forum to provide insight into key areas of concern for the health and wellness of D.C. citizens as a new mayoral administration takes office. - December 06, 2014 - LEAP LLC
Status Global Insurance Launches New Corporate Website
Status Global Insurance, a leading wholesale, and retail, insurance provider in the UK and across Europe has launched their new company website. - December 06, 2014 - Status Global Insurance
Thorburn Chiropractic & Wellness Center Celebrates Christmas by Encouraging Giving to Local Children’s Charities
Who Says Santa Isn't Alive and Well in Burbank? - December 06, 2014 - Thorburn Chiropractic & Wellness Center
The Greater Cleveland Unit of the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers Announces Red Flags to Watch for During Holiday Visits with Aging Parents
When families live far away from one another, the holidays may be the only opportunity that long-distance caregivers and family members have to personally observe older relatives. Age-related decline can happen quickly. Family members who haven't visited a loved one recently may be surprised at... - December 05, 2014 - Careplan Geriatric Care Managers
South Nassau Communities Hospital Honors Assemblyman, Cardiologist
Mr. and Mrs. Weisenberg were the Carnation Ball’s co-honorees and Dr. Kramer was the recipient of South Nassau’s prestigious Mary Pearson Award. - December 05, 2014 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
AveXis Announces Launch of New Patient-Oriented Website Focused on Spinal Muscular Atrophy
AveXis, Inc., a biotechnology company focused on using gene therapy to transform the lives of patients with severe genetic and orphan diseases like Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), is pleased to announce the launch of the company’s brand new website specifically focused on SMA: www.smastudy.org. - December 04, 2014 - AveXis Inc.
Pain Medicine Physicians of Jacksonville Opens Office
Dr. Parveen Khanna utilizes cutting edge technology at her new practice at Pain Medicine Physicians of Jacksonville on Normandy Boulevard providing pain free living. - December 04, 2014 - Pain Medicine Physicians of Jacksonville
South Nassau Communities Hospital's Home Health Care Program Earns Elite Ranking
South Nassau’s Certified Home Health Agency offers short-term, acute care, and long-term home care services. - December 04, 2014 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
VersaSuite Exhibits at the 14th Annual California State Rural Health Association Conference
Who: VersaSuite, a leading EHR/HIS solution provider, today announced it will be exhibiting at the 14th Annual Florida Rural Health Conference. What: 2014 FOM/IT Conference. To make an appointment with VersaSuite, send a request to sales@versasuite.com or call 512-250-8774. When: December 3-4,... - December 03, 2014 - VersaSuite
Performance Health Medical Group, Inc. Now Providing Treatment for Work Injuries
California based family medical clinic is now offering work injury services to construction workers, police officers, firefighters, union workers and more. - December 03, 2014 - Performance Health MD
Fertility Preservation Network Sponsors 2014 Cancer Fundraiser Event Teams
ReproTech, Ltd., a cryobank specializing in long-term storage of human reproductive tissue (sperm, eggs, embryos and ovarian/testicular tissue), was proud to sponsor local staff in multiple 2014 cancer research fundraisers. ReproTech, Ltd. sponsored its Reno, NV staff and team to participate in... - December 03, 2014 - ReproTech, LLC
MR Solutions Announces the First Installations of Its Second Generation Cryogen Free Magnet Technology for Increased Scientific Capabilities in Preclinical MRI
MR Solutions has introduced its second generation MRI magnet technology to its range of ground breaking 3T and 7T, cryogen free, preclinical scanners. Features of this new technology include variable field operation, higher intrinsic magnetic field homogeneity, larger fields of view (FOV)... - December 03, 2014 - MR Solutions
Dementia Epidemic Drives Growth
Dementia Society of America Announces New Members to Board of Directors. - December 01, 2014 - Dementia Society of America
Florida Voted No for Amendment 2 But Still Growing Strong with New Franchises
As the dust settles from Election Day, according to Florida franchise consultant Phillip Brouse and World Choice Franchises, the American dream is alive and well with new franchise opportunities presenting themselves in the Winter of 2014 that shouldn't be missed. - December 01, 2014 - World Choice Franchises
Publisher Seeks Feedback for 10th Annual "State of the Healthcare Industry" Survey
The Healthcare Intelligence Network extends its yearly invitation to industry executives to identify 2014 business triumphs as well as top-of-mind 2015 concerns and challenges by completing the publisher's tenth annual Trends & Forecasts survey. - December 01, 2014 - Healthcare Intelligence Network
Dr. Murtuza Kothawala Earns Epilepsy Certification from The American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
In becoming Board certified, Dr. Kothawala has completed rigorous training and achieved the gold standard in each of the six core competencies of patient care, medical knowledge, interpersonal and communication skills, professionalism, systems-based practice, and practice-based learning and improvement to practice quality specialized medicine in Epilepsy. - December 01, 2014 - Florida Child Neurology
"Status Quo" May Cost Bergen County / NJ Residents on Medicare More Out of Their Pocket for 2015
PAAD - Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled Income limit: less than $26,130 (single), less than $32,037 (married); Senior Gold - Income limit: between $26,130 and $36,130 (single), between $32,037 and $42,037 (married); Patient Assistance Program Eligibility Criteria and Medicare Part D http://www.rxassist.org/docx/medicare-and-paps - November 28, 2014 - Absolute Insurance Management, LLC
PlacidMobile a Free iOS and Android Medical Tourism App by PlacidWay
PlacidWay, a leader in the medical tourism industry, announced the release of its PlacidMobile applications for iPhone/iPad and Android mobile devices. - November 28, 2014 - PlacidWayUSA
electroCore CEO, JP Errico, Emphasizes the Importance of Early Collaboration with Patients Group, Providers, and Payors When Introducing Innovative Technologies
JP Errico, founder and CEO of electroCore, speaking at The FT Global Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Conference in London last week, emphasized the importance of working with each of the major stakeholders, i.e., patients and their advocates, key opinion-leading physicians, and decision-makers... - November 28, 2014 - electroCore
Long Island Pediatric Dentist Provides Free Dental Work for Child in Need
Dr. Anand of Great Neck & Mid-Island Dental Associates teams up with non-profit organization, America’s Toothfairy to provide a young girl with free dental services. - November 27, 2014 - Great Neck & Mid-Island Dental Associates
Pipette.com Launches Its Seasonal Sale with Incredible Savings
Pipette.com announces their Black Friday Sale on pipettes, pipette tips, and lab equipment, it will help labs make the best out of their year-end budget. - November 27, 2014 - Pipette.com
Penthu Will be Officially Presented on 3rd of December 2014 in Basel
Europital has established a date for presenting its latest project: PenThu, a global platform developed by clinical research professionals for clinical research professionals. The event will take place next 3rd of December in Basel, concretely at the Radisson Blu Hotel, situated in the heart of... - November 27, 2014 - Europital BVBA
Advanced Cancer Therapeutics’ PFK-158 Selected as One of Informa and Kantar Health 2014 Top 10 Most Interesting Oncology Projects to Watch
Advanced Cancer Therapeutics (ACT), a privately held company dedicated to bringing new anti-cancer therapies to market, has been chosen by Informa and Kantar Health as one of the “2014 Top 10 Most Interesting Oncology Projects to Watch” for its compound, PFK-158. PFK-158 is a small... - November 27, 2014 - Advanced Cancer Therapeutics
8.5K in Los Angeles Raises $33,000 for PBTF
Starry Night, the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s new walk/run that shines a light on children with brain tumors, raised $33,000 in Los Angeles on Nov. 22. The 8.5K event at Griffith Park honored local children with brain tumors. These Stars were Adam, Bella, Brittney, Caitlyn, Cassie,... - November 27, 2014 - Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
Tragedy to Triumph: Triumph Foundation Brings Hope & Resources to Paralyzed This Holiday Season
Triumph Foundation visits Southern California hospitals to bring people who have recently become paralyzed Care Baskets full of resources, have a Christmas party, and deliver a message of hope for life after spinal cord injury. - November 26, 2014 - Triumph Foundation
Midwest Disaster Consortium Created Through Partnership of Lutheran Agencies
Lutheran Disaster Response announces the development of a Midwest Disaster Consortium that will be focused on creating sustainability for essential disaster staff at Lutheran Disaster Response affiliate Social Ministry Organizations within a four-state region, including Minnesota, North Dakota,... - November 26, 2014 - Lutheran Services in America
NanoHybrids Publishes White Paper on "Make vs Buy" Gold Nanoparticles
“Should we try and make our own gold nanoparticles or buy them from a supplier?” This white paper approaches the question objectively to see which customers could benefit the most from buying gold nanoparticles instead of making them in house. - November 26, 2014 - NanoHybrids
Las Vegas Dermatology and Vegas Magazine Partnered for a Night of Beauty Benefiting the National Psoriasis Foundation
On 11/13/2014, Las Vegas Dermatology and Vegas Magazine partnered for a night of beauty benefiting the National Psoriasis Foundation. Las Vegas Dermatology, in partnership with Vegas Magazine, presented a night of beauty, benefiting the National Psoriasis Foundation at the Summerlin Hospital... - November 25, 2014 - Las Vegas Dermatology