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Joining the IAPAM Gives Aesthetic Medicine Physicians a Competitive Advantage
From discounts on its comprehensive Botox Training and hCG for Weight Loss Training, to access to a congregation of innovative, forward-thinking physicians working in the aesthetic medicine industry, membership in the IAPAM supports physicians as they add aesthetic medicine to their practices or launch a new medispa. - October 27, 2010 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
Male Breast Enlargement with Pectoral Implants is Growing in Popularity Reports Dr. Roy Kim
San Francisco plastic surgeon, Dr. Roy Kim, reports noticing a growing trend in his practice of male breast enlargement with pectoral implants. - October 27, 2010 - Roy Kim MD - Plastic Surgeon
Arizona Orthopaedic Associates Now Performing Anterior Hip Replacement Procedures at Banner Desert Medical Center
New Table Doubles Number of Patients Able to Have Anterior Hip Replacement Procedure, Which Minimizes Pain and Shortens Recovery Time. - October 27, 2010 - Arizona Orthopaedic Associates
Shoreview Chiropractor Helps Patients with Acute Pain and Works to Slowly Incorporate Wellness Into Their Lives
Dr. Douglas Yost, founder of Advanced Chiropractic and Wellness Clinic, now takes a more holistic approach to the back, and the result is more of his patients experience less pain than before, and if pain does return, it is less severe. - October 27, 2010 - Advanced Chiropractic & Wellness Clinic
Autism Services Group Appoints Dr. Mark Mintz Medical Director
Autism Services Group (ASG) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Mintz, M.D., as its new Medical Director. A pediatric neurologist, Dr. Mintz comes to ASG with more than 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Mintz attended medical school at the University of Medicine and... - October 27, 2010 - Eden Autism Services
Accent Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics to Hold "Evening of Beauty" Event
Florida plastic surgery center to showcase new skin care products and plastic surgery procedures at upcoming event - October 27, 2010 - Accent Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics
Zadeh Surgical, Inc. Announces Launch of Innovative New Website
Informative new website provides an impressive insight into the cutting-edge services offered by Michael A. Zadeh, M.D. - October 27, 2010 - Zadeh Surgical, Inc.
Women & Infants Breast Health Center Receives Donation from RI Pink Heals
The Rhode Island branch of the national organization Pink Heals will donate $5,000 to support the Patient Advocate Program at the Program in Women’s Oncology at Women & Infants Hospital. Pink Heals Rhode Island, a group launched in 2009 by a Coventry firefighter whose mother was battling... - October 27, 2010 - Women & Infants Hospital
New Oncologist Joins Women & Infants' Oncology Staff
Katina Robison, MD, has joined the staff at Women & Infants Hospital of Rhode Island as a gynecologic oncologist in the Program in Women’s Oncology. Dr. Robison will also serve as assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology at The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. Dr. - October 27, 2010 - Women & Infants Hospital
Surgeon Joins Women & Infants' Oncology Staff
Ashley R. Stuckey, MD, has joined the staff at Women & Infants Hospital of Rhode Island as a gynecologic oncologist and breast surgeon in the Program in Women’s Oncology. She will also serve as assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology at The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown... - October 27, 2010 - Women & Infants Hospital
Young Bullies Face a Strong Enemy....Empowerment
Apex NC counseling practice hopes to empower and motivate girls to stand up against interpersonal aggression, cyberbulling, etc.... - October 26, 2010 - Lifescapes Counseling Associates, PLLC
Dr. Scott Runnels Inducted Into American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Membership reflects experience, continuing education, and excellence in the field of plastic surgery. - October 26, 2010 - Runnels Center Outpatient Plastic Surgery & Clinic
Serenity Dental of Gilbert Buys Back Halloween Candy to Support Troops Overseas
Dr Jay Bhatt of Serenity Dental in Gilbert AZ on November 1st, will be buying Halloween candy from kids at $1 per pound (max 5 pounds per kid). The candy will then be donated to our troops and shipped overseas. - October 26, 2010 - Serenity Dental
Former VP of Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Joins MedVoy
MedVoy announced today that they have added Lew Emanuelson to its advisory board to support and develop strategies for the employer benefit marketplace. This will enable MedVoy’s partners to draw from a new pipeline of patients to increase revenue streams, while also fulfilling MedVoy’s mission of connecting patients to domestic and international healthcare providers that administer the highest quality of care and accessibility at an affordable cost. - October 25, 2010 - MedVoy, Inc.
Women & Infants Offers State's First Women's Robotic Surgery Program
Women & Infants Hospital of Rhode Island announced its plans to expand the surgical options available to its patients with the installation of a da Vinci® Surgical System and the creation of the region’s first dedicated women’s robotic surgery program. “Women &... - October 25, 2010 - Women & Infants Hospital
Healing Heroes Network is Heading to SEMA
Healing Heroes Network is heading to Las Vegas for round two. The 2010 SEMA car show will have a repeat-offender in its midst as Palm Harbor-based Healing Heroes Network revs up to unveil its next dynamic Mustang duo. The two one-of-a-kind cars will finally be revealed to the public as the grand... - October 24, 2010 - Healing Heroes Network
botonics Comment on Trend of Over 50s Turning to Cosmetic Surgery
botonics, London-based cosmetic surgery specialists who employ some of the most experienced medical professionals in the field, comment on statistics which show that people over fifty years of age in the UK today are turning towards cosmetic treatments in a bid to look younger. A recent survey... - October 24, 2010 - botonics Ltd
Dr. G. David Casper Assists in Opening New Laser Spine Institute Facility
Leader In Endoscopic Spine Surgery Expands Into Oklahoma City. - October 24, 2010 - Laser Spine Institute
Stemedica International Announces Joint Venture with AnC Bio Group to Manufacture Allogeneic Adult Stem Cells
Stemedica International, S.A., a wholly owned subsidiary of Stemedica Cell Technologies, Inc., announced the signing of an agreement to form a joint venture with AnC Bio, a global manufacturer of stem cell-based products. The new venture, StemedicaAnC, will manufacture allogeneic adult stem cells developed by Stemedica for the treatment of ischemic stroke and other degenerative disorders. - October 24, 2010 - Stemedica Cell Techechnologies
Mr. Nilesh Sojitra Joins botonics as a Breast Surgery Specialist
botonics, London-based cosmetic surgery specialists who employ some of the most experienced medical professionals in the field, are pleased to announce that Mr. Nilesh Sojitra has joined the company. Mr. Nilesh Sojitra is a BAAPS (British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons) and BAPRAS... - October 24, 2010 - botonics Ltd
NuU Unlimited Provide Support with Attendance & Donation to Women of the World
NuU Unlimited supported Fashion Face Forward II, a fashion show luncheon with purpose and passion, Thursday, October 14, 2010. The event put on by Women of the World proved to be a successful day that offered award ceremony, luncheon and a local Chicago designer fashion show. Fashion Face Forward... - October 23, 2010 - NuU Unlimited
NuU Unlimited Supported Local 18th Annual Cocktails for a Cause for Second Year
NuU Unlimited supported the 18th Annual Cocktails for a Cause, held Friday, October 15, 2010. NuU Unlimited employees attended the event for the second year in a row that has built notoriety and most importantly, benefit pediatric research conducted at Children’s Memorial Hospital and the... - October 23, 2010 - NuU Unlimited
TACTIX Has Hopes of Becoming a Leading Fitness Trend in 2011
Martial arts fitness program called TACTIX adds several new twists and emerging science to make a workout that burns fat and gives fitness enthusiasts confidence - October 23, 2010 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
The Coleman Institute Opens Its 7th Location in Seattle, WA
Richmond-based accelerated detox center now offers addiction treatment in the Pacific Northwest. - October 23, 2010 - The Coleman Institute
“The Feast in Loneliness” on October 26 “Why Shamanism Now?” Radio Show with Host 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 how, as winter approaches, we can look at loneliness as an important time of restoration that can guide us as we go within. - October 23, 2010 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
When It Hurts: NPs and PAs Play an Essential Role in Pain Management
In August 2010, Practicing Clinicians Exchange conducted a survey of NPs and PAs assessing their role in pain management, knowledge and competence in this field, and interest in pain education. - October 23, 2010 - Practicing Clinicians Exchange
botonics Comment on Liposuction Being World's Most Requested Surgical Procedure
botonics, London-based cosmetic surgery specialists who employ some of the most experienced medical professionals in the field, comment on survey results that indicate that liposuction is currently the world’s most requested surgical procedure. A recent global survey carried out by the... - October 23, 2010 - botonics Ltd
CPEhr’s Corporate Counsel is Finalist in the Los Angeles Business Journal’s Corporate Counsel Award
CPEhr, a Los Angeles-based Human Resources consulting firm, announces Josh Sable as a finalist in the Los Angeles Business Journal’s First Annual Corporate Counsel Award. - October 22, 2010 - CPE HR, Inc.
Yoga Yoga North Studio in Austin, TX, Celebrates 10th Anniversary with 10 Days of Festivities
Yoga Yoga North will celebrate its 10th anniversary on Thursday, October 28, 2010 with 10 days of prizes and discounts. From Thursday, October 21 until Sunday, October 31,Yoga Yoga will be offering 10 percent discounts on all class passes, retail items, Yoga Yoga 360 Wellness Spa treatments, and The Natural Epicurean Academy of Culinary Arts public classes. New students can obtain free class passes with discount offers at Yoga Yoga's website. - October 22, 2010 - Yoga Yoga
Memorial Health Rated Savannah’s Top Hospital
Memorial University Medical Center (MUMC) is rated No. 1 in Georgia for stroke care and is also among the top 10 percent nationally for stroke care and gastrointestinal medical services. The findings are based on analysis conducted by HealthGrades, the leading independent healthcare ratings organization. - October 22, 2010 - Memorial Health
Professional Nutrition Services Offers Rochester, NY Area a New Way to Avenge Skin Conditions with High Tech Safe Options
The demand for LED Facial and Body devices is growing at an amazingly fast rate do to the popularity and awareness of LED Technology. Recent research indicates favorable results from LED lights on the face and body. It is a cost effective High Tech Skin Care Treatment for fine lines, brown spots, rosacea, acne, sun damage and pigmentation problems. - October 22, 2010 - Professional Nutrition Services of Rochester, Inc.
Vail Dermatology Announces Grand Opening of New Office in Basalt, Colorado
Vail Dermatology announced today the official grand opening of their new dermatology office in Basalt, Colorado. Located at 711 East Valley Road, the new office is open Monday-Thursday. Doctors Karen Nern, Jean Urquhart, and Halliday McDonald, and PA-C Sarah Youngblood all treat patients throughout... - October 22, 2010 - Vail Dermatology-Skin
New Version of Digit-Eyes Operates on iPod 4 with Camera, iPhone 4 and 3gs
Digital Miracles, L.L.C. announced the release of Digit-Eyes for the iPod Touch as well as upgrades for the iPhone 4 and 3gs. Digit-Eyes allows people without vision to read bar codes, both manufacturer's codes and codes that they create for free on the Digit-Eyes.com website and print on low-cost off-the-shelf labels. With this release, users can have Digit-Eyes without paying monthly phone charges. - October 22, 2010 - Digital Miracles
Dr. Steven Shu Establishes the Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation Institute® of Minnesota
LVR® (Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation®) originally developed by Dr. David Matlock, is a one-hour outpatient surgical procedure that treats vaginal relaxation, a common condition caused by aging and childbirth. - October 22, 2010 - Rejuvelaser Clinic
Clinical Trials of America Announces Don Dickerson as President
Donald Dickerson, experienced business leader and clinical studies manager, joins Clinical Trials of America as the company’s new president. Dickerson, who has developed and advanced profitable companies and divisions in global health, technology, and financial service, now manages all... - October 22, 2010 - Clinical Trials of America
South Nassau Surgeons Use da Vinci Surgical System to Perform Surgeries as Detailed as the Mona Lisa
The number of robotic-assisted procedures performed at hospitals around the world has increased from 80,000 in 2007 to 205,000 in 2009. - October 22, 2010 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Allscripts Named Among Top 5 Best Places to Work
Healthcare IT Provider Scores Well on Triangle Business Journal’s 2010 Best Places to Work List - October 22, 2010 - Allscripts
Acupuncture Provides Safe, Effective and Gentle Healthcare for Pregnant Women. Colleen Gibson Joins with Magnolia Healing Arts to Expand Specialized Services for Mamas.
Expecting women can get gentle and effective relief from emotional strains and physical pains of being pregnant with specialized acupuncture treatments. - October 22, 2010 - Colleen Gibson Acupuncture
Staffing Firm Kavaliro Continues to Expand, Announces the Opening of a New Office in Jupiter, Florida
Kavaliro, a leading employment agency placing qualified personnel across the United States, is proud to announce the opening of a new satellite office in Jupiter, Florida. The expansion marks a commitment to serving their South Florida clients, such as the leading clean and alternative energy provider in the U.S. and the largest electric utility in Florida, in a more efficient manner by working more closely with them. The Jupiter location is the third Kavaliro office. - October 21, 2010 - Kavaliro
Easy Flu Shots at Washington Square Shopping Mall
Getting a seasonal flu shot in Portland this year will be as easy as picking up fast food. Fight the flu during your next shopping trip to Washington Square Shopping Mall. - October 21, 2010 - Easy Flu Shot
SAH Dentistry Announces New Staff Members
As part of their ongoing commitment to the community to be the best dental practice in Port St. Lucie, SAH Dentistry has announced the addition of new staff members, Andria Mullen and Cherelle Mansfield. - October 21, 2010 - SAH Dentistry
Dr. Elsburgh Clarke Named Firefighter of the Year for EMP
Elsburgh Clarke, MD, was recently named Firefighter of the year at the Annual Firefighter's Retreat held in Savannah Georgia in August 2010. - October 21, 2010 - Emergency Medicine Physicians (EMP)
Village Fertility Pharmacy Hosts Two Fertility Authors at ASRM Event
Kristen Magnacca and Dr. Alice Domar will sign complimentary copies of their books on Oct. 25. Village Fertility Pharmacy (www.villagefertilitypharmacy.com), a specialty pharmacy focused exclusively on infertility medications, will host book signings with two authors at their booth at the American... - October 21, 2010 - Village Fertility Pharmacy
South Nassau Doctor's Award-Winning Research on Cancer Will Lead to Improved Patient Outcomes
The study revealed that when the loss of heterozygosity (LOH) was identical (concordant) in the tumors they were metastatic. New multifocal primary cancers had discordant LOH, meaning their LOH was not identical. - October 21, 2010 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
AAAASF Elects Harlan Pollock, M.D. as New Board President
The American Association for the Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities, Inc. (AAAASF) announces that Harlan Pollock, M.D., has been elected AAAASF’s new board president. He assumes the post after serving as vice president for the board of directors and performing many roles and... - October 20, 2010 - AAAASF -American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities, Inc.
Founder of Fundamental Physiology and Thyroid Expert Dr Gina Honeyman is on Tour in Ireland
Thousands of men, women and children suffer from metabolic and thyroid-related illnesses in Ireland today. Now on a whistle stop tour of Ireland, Dr Gina Honeyman, a world expert and pioneer of Metabolic Rehabilitation, author, researcher and founder of Fundamental Physiology, LLC will be giving a series of lectures and offering metabolic evaluations for those with health concerns. - October 20, 2010 - Fundamental Physiology
Stride Orthotics Have Recently Launched the New Gait Analysis Clinic in Glasgow and Edinburgh
Stride Orthotics provides the highest quality foot orthotics (insoles), knee & ankle supports, specialist footwear and leg splints. We are Specialized in biomechanics, sport injuries, arthritis and diabetes treatment. - October 20, 2010 - Strideorthotics
Home Care Alliance Hosts Special Event for Family Caregivers
Organization Sponsoring Day of Free Education and Support for Caregivers in Worcester, MA. - October 20, 2010 - Home Care Alliance of Massachusetts
Colorado BioScience Association and Two of the State’s Economic Development Entities, Tout Colorado’s Strengths at AdvaMed 2010
Representatives from the Colorado BioScience Association, Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade and Metro Denver Economic Development Corporation will showcase Colorado’s medical device and diagnostics sectors during the 2010 AdvaMed: The MedTech Conference in Washington D.C., October 18-20. - October 20, 2010 - Colorado BioScience Association
Dr. Roy Kim Offers New Procedure to Deliver Breast Implants with No Visible Scars
In San Francisco, breast implants are now being placed through a new technique hiding the surgical scars in the patient’s under arm. This is often touted as “scarless.” While not without scars, the evidence of surgery is not visible on the patient’s chest. - October 20, 2010 - Roy Kim MD - Plastic Surgeon