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Mary Cogar Receives Community Human Rights Award
The United National Association of the National Capital Area (UNA-NCA) today recognized Mary C. Cogar, Clinical Director of Advocates for Survivors of Torture and Trauma (ASTT) with the Community Human Rights Award, 2011. In 1999, Dr. Cogar, a licensed psychologist joined with ASTT to assist... - December 10, 2011 - Advocates for Survivors of Torture and Trauma
Arizona Cannabis Society Announces Tops for Tots
Arizona Cannabis Society would like to announce the "Tops for Tot's Toy drive." Any card holding patient can bring a toy to any AZCS facility and drop it off in the toy box next to the Christmas Tree. Notify the front desk you are making a toy donation and they will give you a receipt... - December 10, 2011 - Arizona Cannabis Society
Intivia, Inc. Awarded Multi-Year Electronic Medical Records Contract by Premier, Inc. Healthcare Alliance
Premier Members will now have the opportunity to purchase InSync EHR, an ONC Certified EMR and Practice Management solution, allowing them to achieve Meaningful Use. - December 09, 2011 - Intivia Inc.
Marin Services for Women, Inc. Awarded $975K SAMHSA Grant
The 33 year old agency, newly relocated to its original Larkspur location, is a grant recipient in the SAMHSA program offering enhanced addiction treatment to pregnant and postpartum women. - December 09, 2011 - Marin Services for Women
Mitutoyo America Corporation Announces New President
Mitutoyo America Corporation has appointed Shigeyuki Sasaki as the new President of the organization, effective immediately. - December 09, 2011 - Mitutoyo America Corporation
Colorado BioScience Association Celebrates 2011 Industry Standouts
The Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) honored the outstanding bioscience companies and individuals in the state during its 9th Annual Awards Dinner at the Downtown Denver Embassy Suites. The CBSA's Annual Awards program showcases the significant achievements in the state's bioscience industry throughout the year. - December 09, 2011 - Colorado BioScience Association
NESTA’s Personal Fitness Trainer Certification Program Now Approved for GI Bill Tuition Reimbursement
The Department of Veteran Affairs recently approved the National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association’s (NESTA) Personal Fitness Trainer Certification Program for reimbursement under the GI Bill. Military personnel interested in pursuing a personal fitness career can learn more at http://www.nestacertified.com/military/. - December 08, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Health Care Reform- Dr. Kipp Van Camp, a Practicing Physician, and His View of What is Ailing Us (and the US)
Maybe you haven’t noticed yet, but the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) that the Democratic Congress passed in 2010 is already impacting your health care. Dr. Kipp A. Van Camp, a triple boarded Interverntional Radiologist with 25 years experience in the medical field, gives a physician's view of how health care reform will impact the average American in "Misdiagnosis: A practicing physicians case study in health care reform." - December 08, 2011 - Dr. Kipp A. Van Camp
The Colon Club’s 2012 Colondar Represents the Spike in Young Colon Cancer Diagnosis
The annual calendar depicts twelve men and women diagnosed with colon cancer under age 50. - December 08, 2011 - The Colon Club
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Approves AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine as Doctoral Degree Granting Institution
AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine President William R. Morris announced this week that the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), approved AOMA’s Substantive Change application December 6 to move from a master's to a doctoral degree granting institution. "This... - December 08, 2011 - AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine
New Jersey Bariatric Center Welcomes Its Newest Team Member Leigh Montes, MD
The addition of Dr. Montes allows the New Jersey Bariatric Center to offer patients the knowledge and expertise of four surgeons specially trained in laparoscopic weight loss surgery procedures. - December 08, 2011 - New Jersey Bariatric Center
AcuteCare Telemedicine Announces Partnership with Taylor Regional Hospital
AcuteCare Telemedicine (ACT) announces a new partnership with Taylor Regional Hospital, a private, not-for-profit facility with 55 beds in Hawkinsville, GA. Taylor Regional Hospital now has access to telemedicine technologies that will provide personal neurology consultation to the patients at the... - December 08, 2011 - AcuteCare Telemedicine
SFL Thanks Clients and Partners for Successful Collaborations
With the end of 2011 approaching, SFL can reflect on a very successful year of extension and expansion in all areas. The company’s client base has expanded internationally as demand has grown for its personalized and comprehensive services in the fields of Regulatory Affairs, Public Affairs, Legal Services and Medical Communication. - December 08, 2011 - SFL Regulatory Affairs & Scientific Communication Ltd
Lone Star TPA Selects Health Portal Solutions as Web Portal Technology Service Provider
Lone Star TPA (www.LoneStarTPA.com), a leading independent third party administrator located in Texas, has partnered with Health Portal Solutions (www.HPSGlobal.net), an innovator in web portal technology and healthcare data management, as their web portal service provider. - December 08, 2011 - Health Portal Solutions
New Advanced Fall Prevention and Balance Potential to Save Lives and Improve Health Longevity
Fall Prevention and Balance Test to prevent falls and balance problems by assessing weaknesses in one’s balance potential. - December 08, 2011 - Beaches Osteopathic Centre
Fitness Guru John Spencer Ellis Engages Social Media to Offer Free Video Advice for Personal Trainers
John Spencer Ellis, founder of a leading national fitness and personal development solutions company, is currently taking fitness-focused questions from personal trainers and other fitness pros via his Facebook page. He then creates a video lesson in response to those queries. - December 07, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
San Francisco Plastic Surgeon, Dr. David Kahn, Offers Surgery to Repair Earlobes After Years of Spacer Use
Cosmetic Surgeon Now Helps the Hip Repair their Stretched or Torn Ear Lobes and Prepare for Job Interviews. - December 07, 2011 - The Kahn Center for Cosmetic Surgery
FitnessFortunes.com Provides Business Mentorship Program for Personal Trainers Interested in Growing Business
To help mentor personal trainers who are new to the business or need advice on sparking their business. FitnessFortunes.com offers a mentorship program for trainers. Personal trainers can check out free online videos on the business of training and sign up for an affordable monthly membership. - December 07, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Himalayan Salt Cave Opens in Burnham; One of Only Two in Pa.
Dr. Margaret Smiechowski, North America's foremost expert on Himalayan salt, is pleased to announce that her latest salt cave design is set to be revealed on December 1st, 2011, at the opening of the Simply Health/Curves Wellness Center in Burnham, PA. Like all of her salt caves, the Burnham cave... - December 07, 2011 - Salt Cave, VT
Winter Park Laser Hosts Annual Holiday Event
Winter Park Laser & Anti-Aging Center is celebrating the beauty of the holidays and of women with the Orlando & Winter Park community by hosting their annual “Holiday VIP Client Appreciation Bash.” - December 07, 2011 - Winter Park Laser & Anti-Aging Center
South Nassau Communities Hospital is One of Just 167 Hospital’s in US to Earn Gold Performance Award for Cardiac Care
To earn the award, South Nassau needed to adhere to the treatment guidelines in ACTION Registry–GWTG for 12 consecutive quarters (three years) and meet a performance standard of at least 85% for specific performance measures. - December 07, 2011 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
FastMed Urgent Care Prepares to Treat the Top 5 Holiday Health Mishaps
Local urgent care adds 3 new locations, uses mobile health app iTriage, to prepare for the busiest time of the year. - December 07, 2011 - iTriage, LLC
Naples Invitational Art Fest Announces 2012 Sponsors; Annual Event Supports Autism Programs
Eden Autism Services has announced sponsors for the 15th annual Naples Invitational Art Fest. Arthrex, First National Bank of the Gulf Coast and Home-Tech are partnering again with Eden Autism Services to present the juried art shows, to be held January 28-29 and March 17-18, 2012 at Fleischmann... - December 07, 2011 - Eden Autism Services Florida
Compass to Care Childhood Cancer Foundation Launches New Website Designed by EPIC
Nonprofit website designed by volunteers takes visitors on journey through childhood cancer travel challenges. - December 07, 2011 - Compass to Care
Maryland Health Care Commission Selects OmniMD for EHR Adoption Initiatives
OmniMD EHR included in the MHCC’s SelectVendor Product Portfolio to promote & adopt EHR technology for physicians in Maryland. - December 07, 2011 - OmniMD
Webcast Held at EULAR 2011 Launched on Website for Doctors
EPG Health Media is pleased to announce the launch of a new interactive webcast detailing three key presentations from a satellite symposium held at European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR) 2011. Hosted on the educational website for healthcare professionals www.epgonline.org, the webcast is... - December 07, 2011 - EPG Health Media
PhoneDOCTORx Exceeds 30,000 Physician-Patient Consultations via Telemedicine
Telemedicine pioneer PhoneDOCTORx (PDRx) announced today it delivered its 30,000th telemedicine consultation (since 2006) to Extended Care Facility (ECF) patients with patented telemedicine services - providing both audio and/or video access to Board Certified physicians during off hours. - December 06, 2011 - American Doctors Online
Pre-Diabetes: Your Second Chance at Good Health Teleclass Debuts in January 2012
People diagnosed with pre-diabetes now have an option, without leaving home, for learning how to manage or eliminate the condition through good nutrition. - December 06, 2011 - Gretchen Scalpi, RD, CDE
NESTA Launches Enhanced Website Focused on Personal Training, Fitness Education and Wellness Programs
The National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association (NESTA) recently re-launched its website, www.nestacertified.com, to provide more options and ease of use for personal trainers, coaches and fitness pros. The organization is dedicated to be a full-service provider of fitness, nutrition and wellness solutions. - December 05, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
World Hypnotism Day Open House to be Hosted by Gulf Shores Hypnosis and Family Care Naturally
Gulf Shores Hypnosis and Family Care Naturally will host a celebration of the 8th annual World Hypnotism Day. The public is invited to learn more about hypnosis. The mission of World Hypnotism Day is to remove the myths and misconceptions clouding hypnosis while promoting the truth and benefits of hypnotism to the people of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, AL. - December 05, 2011 - Gulf Shores Hypnosis
"Shamanism, Abandonment, and Fulfillment" on December 6 "Why Shamanism Now?" with Christina Pratt
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 talks about fear of abandonment, how it sabotages us, and how doing shamanic work can not only heal this, but use this fear to lead to greater fulfillment. - December 05, 2011 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
Chris Witherspoon from Gulf Shores Hypnosis to Speak at South Baldwin Newcomers
Chris Witherspoon will speak to the Newcomers club on January 3rd. She will explain hypnosis and its benefits. - December 05, 2011 - Gulf Shores Hypnosis
Dr. William Adams, Announces New Contest to Pick the Next Adams Center Ambassador
The Adams Center Ambassador Program was designed to educate their patients on their services, treatments, and products. - December 05, 2011 - The Adams Center
Laser Spine Institute Announces December Seminars
Leader in Endoscopic Spine Surgery Offers Complimentary Medical Presentations and Treatment Options - December 04, 2011 - Laser Spine Institute
Center for Chiropractic & Wellness Releases Podcast on the Benefits of Whole Nutrition
Dr. Jennifer Greenfield Discusses How Whole Food Consumption Affects Overall Health - December 04, 2011 - Center for Chiropractic & Wellness, PLLC
Pediatric Dentist in Hinsdale, IL Keeps Smiles Healthy with New Practice
Dr. Miranda Albert, pediatric dentist in Hinsdale, IL, announces the opening of Brush Pediatric Dentistry and discusses the benefits of pediatric dentistry. - December 04, 2011 - Brush Pediatric Dentistry
Pipette.com Now Has ISO 9001 and ANSI/NCSL Z540.3 Accreditation to Compliment the Existing ISO 17025 Accreditation for Pipette Calibration
Pipette.com is excited to announce the attainment of ISO 9001:2008 certification and ANSI/NCSL Z540-1-1994 accreditation on top of existing ISO 17025:2005 Accreditation. The ISO 17025 and ANSI/NCSL Z540.3-2006 accreditations were issued by A2LA. The ISO 9001 accreditation was issued by QAS... - December 04, 2011 - Accutek Laboratories
U.S. Secret Service Uses NESTA’s Speed Agility and Quickness Specialist Training to Train Agents
Now used by the U.S. Secret Service for training agents, the National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association’s (NESTA) online speed agility and quickness training focuses on speed, strength and agility for athletes of all levels. The certification is a great complement to other fitness trainings and programs. - December 03, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Fort Collins Scoliosis Doctor Offers New Treatment; Out Patient Treatment Alternative to Back Bracing and Spinal Surgeries
A Fort Collins Scoliosis doctor announces a new, effective treatment for scoliosis through a non-surgical, all natural collection of therapies. Prior to this new treatment, scoliosis patients had to wear braces, have surgery, or endure symptoms. - December 03, 2011 - Spine Correction Center of the Rockies
Chiropractic Clinic in Houston Now Accepts Patients with Workers' Compensation and Auto Insurance
Clear Lake Chiropractic, a Houston-based chiropractic clinic, is pleased to offer treatment to patients with a variety of different insurance policies. - December 03, 2011 - Clear Lake Chiropractic
SPBJ Quick Care Center Connects Patients to Medical Information with iTriage
Smartphone app gives patients on-the-go access to symptoms, diseases and facility details - December 03, 2011 - iTriage, LLC
Longevity Pilates Annual Food Drive
Longevity Pilates has Begun their Annual Holiday Food Drive. Longevity Pilates, located at 16 Grove Avenue in Verona is accepting donations of food now through December 15th. Any non-perishable, non-expired food items will be gratefully accepted. The food will be donated to local food banks... - December 03, 2011 - Longevity Pilates LLC
Credit Union CEO, Cancer Physician Honored at South Nassau Communities Hospital's Carnation Ball
Mr. Kordeleski was the Carnation Ball’s honoree and Dr. Rothman was the recipient of South Nassau’s prestigious Mary Pearson Award. - December 03, 2011 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
The National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association Acquires Optimal Performance Institute, Now Wexford University
The National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association (NESTA) recently acquired the Optimal Performance Institute (OPI), a university offering a variety of health and fitness degree programs. The Optimal Performance Institute will now be known as Wexford University and will enroll new students in spring 2012. - December 02, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Codrin Stefan Tapu Launched The Complete Guide to Relational Therapy
Dr. Codrin Stefan Tapu launched his new book The Complete Guide To Relational Therapy. Published by Lulu Press, the book is addressed to both mental health professionals and people who want to conquer their relational problems and make the best of their relationships. "The book presents... - December 02, 2011 - Institute for Relational Therapy
Nurse Next Door Named One of BC's Top 10 Employers
Home care franchisor named to prestigious list for fourth time in five years - December 02, 2011 - Nurse Next Door Home Care Services
Laser Spine Institute Supports Metropolitan Ministries with a Thanksgiving Box of Hope Food Drive
Leader in Endoscopic Spine Surgery Donates Food to Local Tampa Community Residents - December 02, 2011 - Laser Spine Institute
National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association’s Online Kids Nutrition Specialist Training Focuses on Reducing Childhood Obesity and Diabetes and Improving Health
With the growing, alarming rates of kids obesity and diabetes, The National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association (NESTA) developed a Kids Nutrition Specialist Training to focus on kids-specific nutrition. The course provides tips for healthy eating that is fun for kids and families. - December 01, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
AOMA Acupuncture Clinics Offer Relief for Cedar Fever Season
Chinese medicine is very effective for treating allergies. - December 01, 2011 - AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine
Hope Hospice Tree of Lights
Hope's Tree Lighting ceremonies scheduled for next week. - December 01, 2011 - Hope Hospice