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Sarasota Memorial Hospital Listed Among “America’s 100 Best Hospitals” for Stroke Care by HealthGrades & Awarded 5-Stars in Multiple Specialties
Sarasota Memorial Hospital was ranked among America’s top 100 hospitals for stroke care – also earning HealthGrades’ 5-star ratings in the treatment of stroke, heart attack, spine surgery and more than a dozen other specialties. The recognition is part of new findings released today in American Hospital Quality Outcomes 2013 national study, which finds patients treated at hospitals receiving 5 Stars for stroke care have a 75% lower risk of dying. - October 25, 2012 - Sarasota Memorial Health Care System
John C Melucci, DDS Receives 2012 Best of Pittsburgh Award
John C Melucci, DDS has been selected for the 2012 Best of Pittsburgh Award in the Dental Bonding & Cosmetic Dentistry category by the Pittsburgh Award Program. - October 25, 2012 - John C. Melucci DDS
YouMeBPD.com Takes on Mental Health Malpractice During Mental Illness Awareness Week 2012
As part of Mental Illness Awareness Week 2012: Oct. 7-13, 2012, the blog "YouMeBPD.com," brought attention to mental health malpractice. - October 25, 2012 - YouMeBPD.com
Omni Park Healthcare Launches New Website to Enhance Service Needs of Valued Clients
Beginning Monday, October 22, 2012, clients and caregivers can receive more support and information with the click of a mouse on the new Omni Park Healthcare website. - October 25, 2012 - Omni Park Health Care
Practice Velocity Now Serving Customers in All 50 States
With the addition of Black Hills Urgent Care (BHUC) in Rapid City, South Dakota, Practice Velocity, LLC is now serving customers in all fifty states. Over 800 clinics currently utilize Practice Velocity’s software systems to keep their urgent cares running smoothly and efficiently across the... - October 24, 2012 - Practice Velocity
iKare Announces the Addition of Laura Guluzzy to FamilyLink Team
iKare Corporation is pleased to announce that Gerontologist, Laura Guluzzy of the San Francisco Bay Area has joined the company as Community Outreach Director for its FamilyLink division. Ms. Guluzzy has a background in Aging industries in both public and private sectors. She was published in the... - October 24, 2012 - iKare Network
Save the Michaels, ARPO, Other Advocacy Groups Protest FDA Failure to Protect Americans from Painkillers
On Monday, October 29, 2012 consumer advocacy groups from across the U.S. and Canada will stage a protest at the FDA’s White Oak campus in Silver Spring, Maryland to target FDA’s failure to protect Americans from harms associated with prescription painkillers. Over the last decade, the... - October 24, 2012 - Advocates for the Reform of Prescription Opioids, Inc.
Lung Cancer Surgeon at South Nassau Communities Hospital Named Director of Clinical Research
A recipient of the ACS CoC Outstanding Performance Award, Dr. Shahriyour Andaz is board-certified in both thoracic and general surgery and specializes in complex chest cancer procedures and robotic-assisted surgery. - October 24, 2012 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Dr. Mark Galland Releases Podcast on Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy
Orthopaedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine Specialist Discusses Minimally Invasive, Non-Operative Treatment Process for Chronic Injuries - October 24, 2012 - Dr. Galland
Regal Pediatrics and Regal After Hours Care Announced the Opening of a Second Medical Office in Washington Township. Rochester Hills Office Now Offers Extended Hours.
Regal Pediatrics and Regal After Hours Family Care has opened a new office in Washington Township in Michigan. The Rochester Hills office has also extended the office hours. The office is open now until 8PM on the weekdays and until 4PM on Saturdays. - October 24, 2012 - Regal Pediatrics
Orlando Medical Spa-Winter Park Laser Now Offers Gloss Peel
Winter Park Laser & Anti-Aging Center is now offering the Gloss Peel-a revolutionary TCA chemical peel that makes TCA sexy, from Young Pharmaceuticals that can improve the skin in as little as one treatment. The expert staff of Winter Park Laser including three para-medical aestheticians with... - October 24, 2012 - Winter Park Laser & Anti-Aging Center
Mold-Automation Expert & Industry-Leading Mold-Maker Join Forces to Raise Tooling Industry in China
On Sept. 13th 2012, CHT hosted a visit from OPS-INGERSOLL– supplier of their mighty Roboline automated mold production system, along with over 100 Chinese factory owners & senior management to show just what this mighty production line can do. - October 24, 2012 - Shenzhen Changhong Technology Co., Ltd.
Wexford Online University Names Tracy Daly Department Chair and Professor for Nutrition and Exercise
Tracy Daly was recently named department chair and professor of nutrition and exercise for Wexford University. The university offers 100 percent associate through doctoral level online education in a variety of health, exercise, sports and fitness degree programs. - October 23, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
New Employee Benefit Solution by Jill’s List Shows Measurable Savings for Employers
Product that helps drive utilization of Flex-spending Accounts helps employees become healthier while saving both employees and employers money. - October 23, 2012 - Jill's List
The Toral Family Foundation Has Launched a Statewide Essay Contest in Recognition of Florida’s Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Week That Takes Place from November 11-18
Toral Family Foundation Launches Essay Contest in Recognition of Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Week. - October 22, 2012 - Toral Family Foundation
ReproTech Releases Version 2.0 of Fertility Preservation App
ReproTech, Ltd., a cryobank specializing in long-term storage of human reproductive tissue (sperm, eggs, embryos and ovarian and testicular tissue), has released Version 2.0 of its free Fertility Preservation App for Apple devices - October 21, 2012 - ReproTech, LLC
Prominent Hair Transplant Surgeons Partner Together to Offer Online Resource for Men and Women Dealing with Hair Loss
TheHairDoctors.org is a medically-backed resource for men and women experiencing hair loss with reviews on products, treatments and techniques to restore hair. - October 21, 2012 - McGrath Medical
Charlotte Massage Therapists Claim Code of Ethics
David W. Turner, founder of HealingTouchCharlotte.com massage center declared the Code of Ethics he adheres to when offering massage services in Charlotte, North Carolina. - October 21, 2012 - Healing Touch Charlotte
Bahamas Medical Center Opens in Nassau, Bahamas International Patient Center Aims to Provide Affordable Health Care to Serve Growing North American Medical Tourism Market
The Bahamas Medical Center, a newly opened, full-service hospital, aims to meet this growing need by catering to the unique needs of its international patients by providing the high-quality health care services of world-renowned specialists. - October 21, 2012 - Bahamas Medical Center
Antioch Rescue Squad Furthers Its Commitment to Providing Excellent Emergency Medical Care
New plan allows Squad to continue serving Antioch residents - October 21, 2012 - Antioch Rescue Squad
Inaugural Golf Outing Scores Big for North Jersey Foundation
Care Plus Foundation of Paramus, New Jersey raised close to $70,000 in their inaugural golf outing held at White Beeches Golf & Country Club on October 15th. Funds will go to support mental health services of Care Plus NJ, Inc. - October 21, 2012 - Care Plus Foundation
Same-Day Appointments Offer Peace of Mind to Arizona Patients at Arizona Orthopaedic Associates at Gateway
Arizona Orthopaedic Associates at Gateway patients are always seen and treated by the practice’s nine surgeons. AOA at Gateway doctors are consistently voted the best doctors in Phoenix and have appeared in Phoenix Magazines annual “Top Doctors” issues for the past 14 years. - October 21, 2012 - Arizona Orthopaedic Associates
ReproTech President Discusses FDA Regulations and Embryo Donation at Nursing Symposium
ReproTech, Ltd., a cryobank specializing in long-term storage of human reproductive tissue (sperm, eggs, embryos and ovarian and testicular tissue), was invited to speak to infertility and OB/GYN medical professionals at Reproductive Medicine and Infertility Associates’ 2012 Fall Nurse Symposium. - October 20, 2012 - ReproTech, LLC
Hawaii Island Recovery is a Useful Addiction Treatment Facility
Hawaii island recovery helps individuals recover from their addiction once and for all. - October 20, 2012 - Hawaii Island Recovery
U.S. HealthWorks Adopts iTriage App to Connect with Patients
Patients have on-the go access to health information and early check-in capabilities at their fingertips. - October 20, 2012 - iTriage, LLC
“Crafting Shamanic Journey Questions” on October 23 “Why Shamanism Now?” Radio Show
On her radio show "Why Shamanism Now? A Practical Path to Authenticity”, teacher, author and founder of the Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing Christina Pratt continues her conversation about how to best craft questions for shamanic journeying and focuses on the importance of our personal attitude in the process. - October 20, 2012 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
Dakota Dental Family Dentistry to Buy Back Halloween Candy
Dakota Dental Apple Valley Family Dentistry will buy back Halloween Candy during a special event held November 6, 2012, from 3:00 to 6:00 pm. The candy purchased for cash will be shipped to troops serving overseas. - October 20, 2012 - Dakota Dental
Chief Medical Officer at South Nassau Named Clinical Professor of Medicine at Hofstra NSLIJ School of Medicine
South Nassau and Hofstra NSLIJ School of Medicine have an academic affiliation agreement that combines the school’s academic and clinical resources with the hospital's clinical programs and physicians to provide world class medical training. - October 20, 2012 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Hamilton County Chiropractic to Host Free Health and Wellness Workshop
A wonderful opportunity for local residents to educate themselves on different holistic approaches to maintaining healthy lifestyles. - October 19, 2012 - Hamilton County Chiropractic
Clinic of Cosmetic Surgery Hosts Open House to Showcase Newest Med Spa Treatments – November 1, 2012
Guests will enjoy cocktails and appetizers while learning about and seeing the newest products and procedures for body and skin rejuvenation. - October 19, 2012 - Clinic of Cosmetic Surgery
Dentist in Plainfield Now Offers ZOOM! Whitening for Brighter Smiles
Dr. Shefali Patel, Plainfield dentist, announces that she is using ZOOM! Whitening technology to rapidly whiten patients’ smiles. - October 19, 2012 - Ivory Dental
Niles Implant Dentist Launches New Implants Website for Patient Convenience
Dr. Larry Mulvaney, Niles, IL implant dentist, invites patients to visit his new website to learn more about dental implants. - October 19, 2012 - Northwestern Dental Implants
Dr. Wittock Introduces New Educational Resources for Patients
Ankle and Foot Institute provides patients with multiple educational resources for patients. - October 18, 2012 - Ankle and Foot Institute
Parkinson Patient Experiences Healing Results from Acupuncture
Parkinson Patient Excited About Decrease in Tremors after Only a Few Acupuncture Sessions. - October 18, 2012 - Quan Yin Medical Center
Dr. Murphy, Reno, Nevada’s Facelift Specialist, Wins Best Plastic Surgeon Award
Dr. Murphy, of Murphy Plastic Surgery, is keeping past and future clients feeling secure in their choice of plastic surgeon by winning this year’s Best Plastic Surgeon award. Reno News & Review clearly took into consideration the amount of expertise, experience, and kindness that Dr. - October 18, 2012 - NNPSA
EndoSoft Exhibits Meaningful Use Certified Software Solutions Live at ACG Annual Meeting
EndoSoft Exhibits Meaningful Use Software at the ACG Annual Meeting on October 21st -23rd in Las Vegas, Nevada - October 18, 2012 - EndoSoft
AcuteCare Telemedicine to Speak at Connecting Alabama Summit
AcuteCare Telemedicine (ACT) Partner Dr. Keith Sanders and Sales Executive Michael Woodcock are travelling to Prattville, Alabama to attend the first annual Connecting Alabama – Telehealth and Broadband Summit from October 17th – 19th. The event is hosted by Connecting ALABAMA, a... - October 18, 2012 - AcuteCare Telemedicine
Young Medical Spa® in Lehigh Valley Again Voted “Best Medical Spa” by the Readers of the Morning Call Newspaper
Young Medical Spa® in Center Valley, PA serving Bethlehem, Allentown, Easton and entire Lehigh Valley Voted “Best Medical Spa” by the Readers of the Morning Call Newspaper. - October 18, 2012 - Young Medical Spa®
Piedmont Plastic Surgery and Dermatology’s Dr. Gregory Swank Selected for the NCMS Leadership College Class of 2013
The Leadership College is an elite program that allows physicians and physician assistants to excel as leaders within organized medicine, hospitals, health care systems, medical staffs, group practices, and in the public policy arena. - October 18, 2012 - Piedmont Plastic Surgery and Dermatology
Drug Education Can Still Make Change at University Level Says Drug-Free South
The Foundation for a Drug-Free South, recently invited to give lectures at Middle Tennessee State University, says “We never give up on kids, no matter their age.” - October 17, 2012 - Drug Free South
Healing Touch Charlotte Will Add Orthopedic Massage to Treat Nerve Entrapment Related Syndromes
HealingTouchCharlotte.com massage center will offer new massage service in October - Orthopedic massage for the upper body to help relief low back pain, shin splints, knee injuries, piriformis syndrome, illotibial syndrome, plantar fasciitis, and other nerve entrapment related pain. - October 17, 2012 - Healing Touch Charlotte
Albert Byron Cord Blood Bank Guarantees Availability of Cord Blood Anytime
Currently, umbilical cord stem cells are used to treat over 80 life-threatening diseases. - October 17, 2012 - Albert Byrn Cord Blood Bank
Jill’s List Launches First Ever Integrative Healthcare Marketplace
Service connects consumers, doctors and alternative medicine practitioners - October 17, 2012 - Jill's List
Dr. Mark Galland Named Medical Director of Barton College Athletic Training Education Program
Galland to Serve as a Resource to Athletic Training Program Students and Faculty for Questions, Topics, Lectures and Courses Related to Musculoskeletal Medicine - October 17, 2012 - Dr. Galland
Obstetrics and Gynecology Chair Named at South Nassau Communities Hospital
Prior to this appointment, Dr. Alan Garely was the Director of Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery at The Mount Sinai School of Medicine and here at South Nassau. - October 17, 2012 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
California Skin Institute Expands to Monterey
California Skin Institute, California’s largest private practice dermatology group, has opened a new location in Monterey, California. The new location will join CSI’s existing Northern California locations in Mountain View, San Jose - Los Gatos, Saratoga, Los Altos, San Mateo and two... - October 16, 2012 - California Skin Institute
VersaSuite Receives CCHIT Clinical Research Certification
VersaSuite 8.0 is the first ever product to receive CCHIT’s add-on Clinical Research Certification. - October 16, 2012 - VersaSuite
BioRegenerative Sciences, Inc. Observes World Menopause Day
BioRegenerative Sciences in observance of World Menopause Day, October 18, 2012, will offer a special price on their Feminease product for Feminine Dryness. World Menopause Day is sponsored by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Menopause Society (IMS). According to WHO, the average age of menopause is 51, and over 1 billion women will be over the age of 50 by 2025. As the population ages, women need to be given the resources and tools to prepare them for menopause. - October 15, 2012 - BioRegenerative Sciences, Inc.
Wisconsin Pediatricians Announce State and National Achievement Awards Recognitions Presented at WIAAP Advocacy Day at The Capitol
The Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (http://WIAAP.org) recently acknowledged the child health advocacy work of state pediatricians and child and family health advocates during the Advocacy Open Forum, held in the State Capitol Building in Madison. Recognitions included Senator Julie Lassa for Legislator of the Year and Kristina Manke for Community Service Award, as well as numerous national awards from the American Academy of Pediatrics. - October 15, 2012 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
Medical Doctor Associates Named to 2012 Inavero’s Best of Staffing™ Talent List
Medical Doctor Associates (MDA), one of the industry’s oldest and largest multi-specialty locum tenens medical staffing firms, is named to Inavero’s 2012 Best of Staffing™ Talent List for the second consecutive year for its exceptional service. - October 15, 2012 - Medical Doctor Associates