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Laser + Skin Institute Dermatology Center Announces the Addition of Lauralee Pakozdi, a Certified Physicians Assistant Who Will Join the Practice in May 2010
Dr. Lisa Coppa Breslauer is proud to announce that Lauralee Pakozdi, PA-C, will be joining the Laser + Skin Institute in May 2010. Ms. Pakozdi is a graduate of the Physician's Assistant program at UMDNJ in Piscataway, where she also earned her Masters degree. She is a member of the Society of... - May 10, 2010 - Laser + Skin Institute
Home Care Alliance of MA Celebrates National Nurses Week
Organization Looks to Recognize Contingent of Nurses in the Community - May 09, 2010 - Home Care Alliance of Massachusetts
Evening of Good Taste Raises $125,000+ for Advancements in Orthopedic, Joint Health
The 17th Annual “Evening of Good Taste” culinary extravaganza held at the Crest Hollow Country Club raised more than $125,000 in support of South Nassau Communities Hospital’s Center for Advanced Orthopedics. - May 09, 2010 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Verona Walk Community Fundraiser Earns Nearly $8,000 for Eden Autism Services Florida
The Verona Walk community in Naples raised $7,900 for Eden Autism Services Florida through its “Calendar Girl” event, held on March 27. For the event, 12 of the community’s boldest and bravest men dressed up in costumes by Cathy Freed and makeup by Tammy Miloro, representing each... - May 09, 2010 - Eden Autism Services Florida
North East Care Company Gets Go-Ahead from Regulator
A local community care company has taken the first step in its programme to establish an innovative and quality service across the UK by this week receiving regulatory approval for its North East hub in Cramlington, Northumberland. Ladybird Care, which provides care to help elderly and disabled... - May 09, 2010 - Ladybird Community Care Ltd
Independent Hair Fibres Comparison Rates Nanogen’s Nanofibres as the Best Hair Camouflage
Independent test shows Nanogen’s Nanofibres may be up to 400% more charged than competitor products, providing far superior camouflage for thinning hair. - May 08, 2010 - Nanogen
Beverly Hills Periodontist Dr. Alex Farnoosh: Discusses New Link Between Gum Disease and Stillbirth
Routine Gum Care Can Help Prevent Oral Infections from Complicating Fetal Health. - May 08, 2010 - The Total Smile
“Shamanism and Recovery from Addiction” on May 11 “Why Shamanism Now?” 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 addictions – how they touch everyone, how intractable they can be, and how we can use shamanism to heal them. - May 08, 2010 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
Washington Institute of Natural Medicine New Expanded Location
The Washington Institute of Natural Medicine has relocated to 5101 Wisconsin Ave. NW (corner of Garrison St.) in Friendship Heights, DC. After 15 years at the same location in Cleveland Park, the Institute is now easy to find, only 2 1/2 blocks from the Friendship Heights redline metro stop, next... - May 08, 2010 - Washington Institute of Natural Medicine
Visiting Physicians Association® Names Arnold Practice Manager at Corpus Christi Office
Arnold will be responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of the administrative and clinical area. - May 08, 2010 - Visiting Physicians Association
HealthSaaS, Inc. Releasing Online Vertical Suite of Condition and Disease Specific Personal Health Records (PHR)
HealthSaaS today announced they are releasing an online suite of condition and disease specific Personal Health Record (PHR) services. The first to be released is PainPHR http://www.painPHR.com DiabetesPHR and SportsmedPHR will be available later this year. BreastcancerPHR and ProstatecancerPHR... - May 07, 2010 - HealthSaaS, Inc
South Nassau Names Director of Motility Studies to Detect GERD
Meyer Blumstein, MD, has nearly 25 years experience in internal medicine and gastroenterology and is a specialist in endoscopy, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and inflammatory bowel disease. - May 07, 2010 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Any Lab Test Now Offering Tests Geared to Women in Honor of National Women's Health Week
May 9th, Mother's Day, is the first day of National Women's Health Week and is a great time to remind to women in their life to schedule check ups and lab tests to maintain good health. - May 07, 2010 - Any Lab Test Now Arizona
Epione Helps Women Achieve Hollywood Glamour with Non-Surgical Cosmetic Procedures
Epione Beverly Hills Reveals Three Non-Surgical Aesthetic Procedures for Enhancing Beauty, Fighting the Aging Process and Maintaining a Youthful, “Close-Up-Ready” Appearance - May 06, 2010 - Epione Medical Corp
Botox Training Helps Physicians Battle New Healthcare Bill
Physicians are now facing unprecedented uncertainty with the proposed Healthcare Bill. Membership in non-insurance based medical procedure organizations like the International Association of Physicians In Aesthetic Medicine's (IAPAM) are exploding as physicians plan for their future. The first step for these physicians is attending the Aesthetic Medicine Symposium, a program that gives physicians a starting point on offering non-insurance based procedures like Botox and hCG for weight loss. - May 06, 2010 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
Hair Whisperers™ Expands Head Lice Removal Options in Southern California with the LouseBuster™ Device
The Hair Whisperers announces its exclusive Southern California distribution rights for The LouseBuster™ device. - May 06, 2010 - Hair Whisperers
Grand Opening -- Soul Centered Health Now Offers Hypnosis and Reiki in Phoenixville
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and Soul Centered Health will be opening at the Franklin Commons this month in Phoenixville. Soul Centered Health champions Mental Health as one of the keys to overall health and wellness. The business supports clients with mental, physical, and emotional concerns using Mind Body techniques including Hypnotherapy and Reiki. - May 05, 2010 - Soul Centered Health
South Nassau's Gamma Knife Effectively Treats Intractable Cancer Pain, Essential Tremors
The LI Gamma Knife’s interdisciplinary team of neurosurgeons, radiation oncologists, physicists, and nurses have expanded the use of the Gamma Knife to treat intractable cancer pain as well as essential tremors (ET). - May 05, 2010 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Desert Valley Urgent Care Helping Smartphone Users Find Facility and Medical Information with New Technology
Local Chandler, Arizona Urgent Care Center is now using iTriage to connect with mobile users. iTriage is a free medical smartphone application that allows users to research symptoms, learn about possible causes and find an appropriate medical provider and treatment facility. - May 05, 2010 - iTriage, LLC
Upcoming Physician Directed Weight Loss Program
American Medical Training now have added weight loss training programs for physicians and medical health professionals. - May 05, 2010 - American Medical Training
Colorado BioScience Association Showcases Colorado's Bioscience Industry at BIO 2010 Conference in Chicago, May 3-6
Colorado’s life sciences community will be heavily represented at the Biotechnology Industry Organization’s (BIO) International Convention, May 3-6 in Chicago. The Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) will play a lead role in showcasing companies and partners helping to grow the bioscience industry in the state at The Colorado Pavilion, located in booth #1426 of the Exhibit Hall area. - May 05, 2010 - Colorado BioScience Association
The Carlisle Group Recruits Another Psychiatrist to Texas
Thanks to the advanced marketing and procurement strategies of The Carlisle Group, Allegiance Specialty Hospital can continue to provide quality psychiatric care to the growing population of the “Tall City of the West.” - May 05, 2010 - The Carlisle Group
Visiting Physicians Association® Hires T. Jay Beene, III as Regional Director
Beene will oversee the operations of four of VPA’s seven Texas locations, including Austin, Houston North, Houston South and San Antonio. - May 05, 2010 - Visiting Physicians Association
Recent Study Reports Long Term Survival Improved Using Brain Monitor - Dementia After Anesthesia Now More Likely Avoidable Claims Goldilocks Anesthesia Foundation
Fewer strokes after anesthesia using brain monitor reported. "Going under anesthesia for surgery without a brain monitor demonstrates a flagrant disregard for the value one’s own brain," says Dr. Barry Friedberg, founder of the non-profit Goldilocks Anesthesia Foundation. "Demanding a brain monitor is a no-brainer." - May 04, 2010 - Goldilocks Anesthesia Foundation
Dr. Lauri Romanzi, Vaginal Rejuvenation Expert, Continues More's "Reinvention Convention"
Dr. Lauri Romanzi, authority on vaginal rejuvenation, continues on More magazine's "Reinvention Convention" tour. Dr. Romanzi will join More Magazine's editor-in-chief, Lesley Jane Seymour, and other prominent women speaking on the tour in Chicago on Monday, May 17, 2010. - May 04, 2010 - Urogynics
Yoga Yoga Presents Donation-Based Yoga Classes for the Austin Community
Yoga Yoga in Austin, TX, offers several donation-based yoga classes to benefit local and global non-profits. The classes include Third Fridays, which are offered every third Friday of the month at a different Yoga Yoga location, and Yoga Yoga Teacher Training Graduate Intern classes, which are held... - May 04, 2010 - Yoga Yoga
Champions of Hope in the Battle Against Blood Cancer
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), Suncoast Chapter, Man & Woman of the Year Black Tie Gala is on May 22, 2010. - May 04, 2010 - The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Suncoast Chapter
“Shamanism and PTSD Recovery” on May 4 “Why Shamanism Now?” Radio Show 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 PTSD – post-traumatic stress disorder – from a shamanic perspective, and what we can do to help heal it. - May 04, 2010 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
Sunrise Health Deploys the iTriage Smartphone App to Push Out Average ER Wait Times for Mobile Patients
Patients now have greater access to Las Vegas area Sunrise Health facilities and medical information with the iTriage healthcare decision tool. iTriage is a free medical smartphone app that allows users to search symptoms, causes, medical conditions and find providers. - May 03, 2010 - iTriage, LLC
San Jose Hospitals DePloy iTriage App to Offer Residents Greater Medical Access Anywhere, Anytime
Good Samaritan Hospital and Regional Medical Center of San Jose are now using iTriage, a free medical phone app, to help the mobile community search symptoms, causes, medical procedures, and find providers. - May 03, 2010 - iTriage, LLC
Assemblyman Weisenberg to be Honored at South Nassau’s 26th Annual Golf Outing
Proceeds raised by South Nassau Communities Hospital's 26th Annual Golf Outing will support South Nassau’s Center for Advanced Orthopedics and Long Island Joint Replacement Institute™ (LIJRI). - May 02, 2010 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Erik Dalton Certification Workshop Coming to West Palm Beach
Erik Dalton Myoskeletal Alignment® Certification workshop for Neck, Lumbar and Leg Pain. Board certified workshop presentations are approved for continuing education (24 CE hours) by the AMTA, ABMP, NCBTMB, Florida Board of Health, Texas Board of Health and most other state and national licensing agencies. PT and Chiropractic approval in some states. - May 02, 2010 - Freedom from Pain Institute
Haddonfield Progressive Dinner Dishes Up Local Support for Family Service
On Friday, April 23, 150 Haddonfield residents gathered for an evening of fun and fine dining at the first Family Service Haddonfield Progressive Dinner. The evening started with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres at a beautiful home on Lane of Acres. Guests then proceeded to one of eight fabulous... - May 02, 2010 - Family Service
South Nassau Offers All-Natural Approach to Heal, Recover Quickly from Orthopedic Injuries, Surgery
Clinically referred to as “Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy,” PRP is a holistic approach to speed the regeneration and healing of ligament, tendon and muscular injuries, reducing recovery time. - May 02, 2010 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
South Nassau's Dr. Rajiv Datta Named a “Top Doctor” in Colon and Rectal Surgery
Rajiv Datta, MD, has been selected for inclusion in the 13th edition of Top Doctors: New York Metro Area. This is the third consecutive year that Dr. Datta will be included in the acclaimed guide from Castle Connolly Medical Ltd. - May 02, 2010 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Freeland Systems Launches Subscription SaaS Cardiology PACS
Freeland Systems introduces a cost-effective, full-featured, web based image and reporting solution for cardiology practices. - May 01, 2010 - Freeland Systems
Cosmetic Bliss Reduce Prices for Sleeve Gastrectomy Operations
Cosmetic Bliss - specialist Weight Loss Surgery providers and leaders in the field of Sleeve Gastrectomy procedures announce today that fully inclusive package prices for the "Gastric Sleeve" procedure will be reduced to 6,490 pounds Sterling (7,550 euro from 23 May 2010. - May 01, 2010 - Cosmetic Bliss
The Institute for Restorative Health Launches It’s New Weight Loss Program: the Healthiest Loser
The Healthiest Loser Start Date: June 1, 2010. Location: Greater Sacramento Area. - May 01, 2010 - Institute for Restorative Health
Amiee’s Place Foundation Announces Fundraiser for Modesto Mom
National foundation providing emergency financial support to young adults battling life threatening illness announces fundraiser for single mom in Modesto, CA - May 01, 2010 - Amiees Place Foundation
The Nurturer’s Coach and Best-selling Author Hueina Su to Speak on Nurture and Grow Rich for Sustainable Business Success at Powerful You Women’s Network Meeting
The Nurturer’s Coach and best-selling author Hueina Su, President of Denville-based Beyond Horizon Coaching, will speak at Powerful You Women’s Network Meeting titled “Nurture and Growth Rich: 3 Keys to Sustainable Business Success” on Wednesday May 5, 2010 at 8:30 am. - May 01, 2010 - Beyond Horizon Coaching
New Chiropractic Clinic Opens in Plymouth
Plymouth Spine and Health Center, a new chiropractic clinic based in Plymouth, Minn., today announces its official opening in Plymouth Station at the intersection of Highway 55 and County Road 24. The new state-of-the-art clinic is owned by Dr. Reese Shanahan, who uses an integrated approach to... - May 01, 2010 - Plymouth Spine and Health Center
Saint Joseph East Celebrates Grand Opening of Women's Hospital During 11th Annual Maternity Fair
Lineup includes tours of the exclusive new facility, innovative workshops, baby experts, local merchants, entertainment and the "Diaper Derby." - May 01, 2010 - Saint Joseph Health System
James H. Kaye, D.O., Joins Visiting Physicians Association® Office in Jacksonville, Fla.
Kaye hired as the newest physician in VPA office that covers the “greater Jacksonville” area, including Baker, Clay, Duval, Nassau and St. Johns counties. - May 01, 2010 - Visiting Physicians Association
Memorial in Savannah Earns National Patient Safety Award
For the third year in a row, Memorial Health in Savannah, Georgia received the Patient Safety Excellence Award from HealthGrades, the leading independent healthcare ratings organization. This award places Memorial in elite company -- only 74 hospitals in the U.S. received both the HealthGrades 2010 Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence and the 2010 Patient Safety Excellence Award. - May 01, 2010 - Memorial Health
Blue Water Spa Featuring Relaxation Packages for Mother’s Day
Blue Water Spa the top medical spa in the Triangle has announced special pricing and packages for Mothers Day. Created specifically to pamper women the Deluxe Mother’s Day Relaxation package features a therapeutic facial in addition to a stone therapy foot massage. Also available is the... - May 01, 2010 - Blue Water Spa / Michael Law MD
Lisa Nelson RD Hosts 2010’s Top Virtual Health Retreat, May 17 – 20, 2010
Starting May 17, 2010, the World's Leading Authorities on Health and Wellness Converge for 4 Days to Tackle the Most Pressing Health and Wellness Issues. - April 30, 2010 - eNutritionServices
Three Area Orthopedic Surgeons Now on Staff at St. Peter’s University Hospital in Freehold, NJ
Drs. Michael J. Greller, Manuel T. Banzon, and Grigory Goldberg, orthopedic surgeons at Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institutes (AOSMI), Freehold and Monroe townships, have been granted medical privileges at St. Peter’s University Hospital, East Brunswick, New Jersey, giving them the opportunity to offer patients there a comprehensive range of orthopedic services, including surgery. - April 30, 2010 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
National Brain Tumor Society’s 16th Annual Bay Area Brain Tumor Walk Raising Essential Funds for Brain Tumor Research
National Brain Tumor Society will host a fundraising walk and community day in San Francisco on Saturday, May 1, 2010. Over 2,500 will gather for a 5K walk through scenic Golden Gate Park to raise awareness and essential funds. - April 30, 2010 - National Brain Tumor Society
The Nurturer’s Coach and Best-Selling Author Hueina Su to Guest on Real Moms Radio Show
The Nurturer’s Coach and best-selling author Hueina Su will be interviewed by hosts Jane Taylor and Alanna Cushnan on the Real Moms Radio Show on Thursday April 29, 2010 at 7:00 PM EST. - April 30, 2010 - Beyond Horizon Coaching
Marlon Familton, Marriage Therapist at Collaborative Couples & Family Counseling, LLC, in Bellevue Washington, Completes the Advanced Lifespan Integration Workshop
Marlon Familton, marriage therapist at Collaborative Couples & Family Counseling, LLC in Bellevue Washington, completes the Advanced Lifespan Integration Workshop. - April 29, 2010 - Bellevue Family Counseling