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Differential Integration of Biological Systems (DIBS) and Its Application in Curing Coronary Artery Disease
Dr Ravishankar Polisetty presented, in his keynote lecture, an interesting concept of DIBS (Differential Integration of Biological Systems), which he developed over several years and presented for the first time in The 3rd Antwerp Medical Congress in the Antwerp medical University. Sidney Brenner... - September 23, 2009 - Sai Ganga Panacea LLC
Women's Feet Hurt More in Autumn
Autumn is a painful time of year for many women in Saint Louis. As they transition from open-toed sandals to closed-in boots and shoes, ankle and foot surgeon Richard Wittock, DPM, FACFAS, says he notices more women seeking relief for painful bunions. Dr. Wittock, president of Ankle and Foot... - September 23, 2009 - Ankle and Foot Institute
Marlon Familton MA, Completes the Advanced Core Skills Training in Emotionally Focused Therapy as Recognized by the ICEEFT
Marlon Familton MA, couples & marriage therapist at Collaborative Couples & Family Counseling, LLC in Bellevue Washington, completes the Advanced Core Skills Training. The Advanced Core Skills Training provides the Emotionally Focused Therapist with a deeper experience of the EFT model of relationship therapy enabling them to become more effective in working with distressed couples. - September 23, 2009 - Bellevue Family Counseling
Richard P. Wildzunas Named CEO of 361md
361°md Announces the Appointment of Richard P. Wildzunas as Chief Executive Officer. - September 23, 2009 - 361md
Open House Event to Introduce New Decompression Therapy
To introduce the additional service of Spinal Decompression Therapy, Finn Chiropractic Group will host an Open House on Tuesday, September 29 from 5-8 p.m.. The event is open to the public and will feature live demos of the service, as well as refreshments and raffle prizes. The only local... - September 23, 2009 - Finn Chiropractic Group
RadiServ Earns Joint Commission Accreditation
RadiServ announced that it has earned the Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval™ on August 19, 2009 - September 23, 2009 - RadiServ
361°md Names Michael Reznick as Chief Technology Officer
361°md – an integrator of premier medical solutions, announced the appointment of Michael Reznick as Chief Technology Officer. Michael Reznick is a Senior IT Executive with 15 years of experience in Management of IT organizations specializing in Medical and Financial Services industries. - September 23, 2009 - 361md
East Coast Fertility Leads the Way in Saving Healthcare System $1 Billion
Dr. David Kreiner of East Coast Fertility is using his conscience and his expertise to provide solutions in the fertility industry. He is the first in the country to offer an In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF) package using Single Embryo Transfers (SET) at one set price to patients, while still providing high quality care. It can save the healthcare industry $1 Billion. - September 23, 2009 - East Coast Fertility
MedSource, a Contract Research Organization (CRO) Specializing in Complex Clinical Trials, Ranked No. 11 on List of Fastest Growing Companies in Houston
Companies making the Houston Business Journal’s list were ranked by percentage of revenue growth over the past two years. - September 23, 2009 - MedSource
Express Medical Transporters Expands to Baltimore
Express Medical Transporters (EMT), the Clayton, Mo.-based professional, non-emergency transportation service, will open its first location in Maryland this month to address the growing needs of greater Baltimore area residents in wheelchairs, seniors and the disabled, special-needs children and... - September 23, 2009 - EMT USA, LLC
NuU Medspa Help Raise Awareness for Attack ACC Foundation, September 12, 2009
NuU Medspa joined the Attack ACC Foundation for their Third Annual 5 Mile Family Run/Walk on September 12, 2009 at 9:00 a.m. at Hickory Creek Junction (Rt. 30 Lincoln Highway - 1 mile west of Wolf Rd.). NuU Medspa donates their efforts and empathy to Attack ACC (Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma)... - September 22, 2009 - NuU Unlimited
Caregiver Homes of MA Wins Pioneer Institute Award
Home Care Alliance of Massachusetts Member Named Winner of the Better Government Competition. The competition’s theme this year was health care, and the nursing home diversion program administered by Caregiver Homes, which has saved Massachusetts Medicaid approximately $15.9 million since its inception, came out on top out of 150 applicants. - September 21, 2009 - Home Care Alliance of Massachusetts
Edgefield Hospital Selects Swearingen Software for Radiology Information System
Edgefield Hospital will use RISynergy to establish a more effective workflow and help improve the quality of patient care. - September 21, 2009 - Swearingen Software, Inc.
Anderson & Anderson is Positioned as the Leading Choice for Executive Coaching/Anger Management for Physicians
In spite of the existence of “Disruptive Physician” programs from two top-tier institutions, Anderson & Anderson is the preeminent choice of Executive Coaching/Anger Management for “disruptive physicians” and professional practitioners. - September 21, 2009 - Anderson & Anderson, APC
Mountain View Optometry's Dr. Wilk on H1N1 Flu Virus – Focus on Prevention to Lessen Your Risk
We have heard a lot about the H1N1 flu virus (originally referred to as “swine flu”) since it first appeared in North America this past spring. After causing several deaths in Mexico, it showed up in the US in April, then in Canada about a month later. On June 11, 2009 the World Health... - September 20, 2009 - Mountain View Optometry
CK Franchising, Inc. Purchased by Sodexo
CK Franchising, Inc., dba Comfort Keepers®, a leading franchise network providing in-home care for seniors and other adults, has been purchased by Sodexo, one of the world’s leading food and facilities management services companies and the global leader in the health care and seniors... - September 20, 2009 - Comfort Keepers
Ultrasonic Liposuction - All Your Questions Answered
September 30th is the date for having all your questions answered about Ultrasonic Liposuction at The Center for Beautiful Bodies in Houston, Texas. Dr. Amir Rassoli and his staff are offering you the opportunity to visit their uptown Houston facility, share a healthy lunch and learn how ultrasonic liposuction can help keep you beautiful. - September 20, 2009 - The Center For Beautiful Bodies
Hair Today Gone Tomorrow Closes Their Doors as NuU Medspa Honors Upset Clients Treatments
NuU Medspa, the leading aesthetic and cosmetic business in the industry, prepare to honor lost treatments from Hair Today Gone Tomorrow (HTGT) clients at any NuU Medspa location. NuU Medspa understands the financial burden, as well as the emotional upset and frustration that HTGT clients are... - September 19, 2009 - NuU Unlimited
Shaman Christina Pratt Talks About Soul Retrieval on Why Shamanism Now? Radio Show on September 23
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 soul retrieval and its place in modern healing, addressing myths and answering important questions. - September 19, 2009 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
AED Units Are Everywhere: 5 Greatest Defibrillator Drivers
Annuvia releases a report outlining the top five AED/defibrillator drivers. - September 19, 2009 - Annuvia, Inc.
IAPAM's Botox Training: Industry's Leading Cosmetic Injectable Training
The International Association of Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM) is offering industry-leading Botox training for both new entrants to the Botox/dermal filler field, and professionals looking to hone their cosmetic injectable skills. - September 19, 2009 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
Kim Nowosad Joins Center for Chiropractic & Wellness, PLLC
Dr. Darcy Ward and Dr. Jennifer Greenfield, the doctors of chiropractic at Center for Chiropractic & Wellness (www.carolinachirowellness.com), a North Raleigh chiropractic center, have announced that Kim Nowosad L.A., has joined the firm’s Cary office as a licensed acupuncturist. After... - September 19, 2009 - Center for Chiropractic & Wellness, PLLC
New York Gastroenterology Associates Launches Their Re-Designed, Patient-Friendly Website
New York Gastroenterology Associates (NYGA), a sub-specialty gastroenterology practice in Manhattan, announces the launch of their redesigned website. - September 19, 2009 - NYGA
New Cosmetic Dermatology Products Available in Florida: Dysport(TM) and Latisse(R)
Dysport(TM), the newest injectable botulinum toxin (abobotunlinumtoxin A) is now available to fight facial lines and wrinkles. Prescription-only and similar to rival Botox(TM), Dysport is said to have a faster onset of action and last for four months per treatment. Latisse(R) is a prescription solution proven to grow eyelashes longer and fuller in just weeks. Both products are new to the US market and are being prescribed by doctors at Riverchase Dermatology in Southwest Florida. - September 18, 2009 - Riverchase Dermatology
4D PhotoStation™ Launched in U.S.
4D PhotoStation™ eliminates complexities of digital photography, generates revenue for medical practices. - September 18, 2009 - 4D Medical Systems Inc.
Team Fitness America Continues September Fitness Buddy Special
While most people already are looking for an affordable alternative as opposed to going to the gym, Team Fitness America encourages clients to workout with someone special by continuing their September fitness buddy specials. - September 18, 2009 - Team Fitness America
Still Time to Register for “The Moment of Change”
Foundations Recovery Network and Southworth Associates present “The Moment of Change: Intervention Approaches for Professionals”- a conference dedicated to informing healthcare professionals about intervention. - September 18, 2009 - Foundations Recovery Network
"Stand Up for Cancer Survivors" Will Feature Comedians from Ventura Harbor Comedy Club
Stand Up for Cancer Survivors: A Comedy FUNdraiser for The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura will be held Thursday, October 8 at 7:15pm at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza’s Scherr Forum. The evening will feature standup comics Randy Lubas, Jack Mayberry, and John Di Crosta, all courtesy of... - September 18, 2009 - The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
Hope Hospice 25th Anniversary Open House
As Hope Hospice’s recognition of its twenty-fifth anniversary year continues, the organization announces an Open House and its next free class in the Silver Anniversary Learning Series. The Open House is available to all and Fashion on a Shoestring offers people useful tips on thrift store... - September 18, 2009 - Hope Hospice
Lupus Research Institute National Coalition Goes to Washington
LRI Advocacy Day on the Hill Promotes Health Care Concerns of Lupus Patients. - September 17, 2009 - Lupus Research Institute
Oakville / Burlington Awarded 2009 Franchise Partner of the Year Award
2nd Annual Nurse Next Door Franchise Conference closes with award program. - September 17, 2009 - Nurse Next Door Home Care Services
Avant Healthcare Professionals Sponsors the PPTA Conference Held in Manila
Avant Healthcare Professionals was a recent participant and sponsor of the PPTA Conference held in Manila September 12 and 13, 2009. The PPTA is in the forefront for the advancement of the physical therapy profession in the Philippines. - September 17, 2009 - Avant Healthcare Professionals
Research on Cancer Producing Enzyme Earns Prestigious Award
A study on a primary lung cancer-causing enzyme and an enzyme that stops its activity has been awarded the prestigious Murry Friedman Surgical Resident Competition Award by the Brooklyn and Long Island Chapter of the American College of Surgeons. The study was presented by surgical resident Anna... - September 17, 2009 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Family Service and Rutgers University Join Forces
Family Service recently initiated a partnership with Rutgers University, New Brunswick that informs adolescents from Family Service Specialized Foster Care and children’s residential programs of the state funding available to them for post-secondary education. Two teens and staff from... - September 17, 2009 - Family Service
Kids Send Aging Parents "Senior Swine Flu Prevention Package"
Experts urge families to protect elderly after seniors left off vaccination priority list. Almost 10% of U.S. Swine Flu deaths occurred in people over age 65. - September 17, 2009 - Senior Helpers
Careington Announces New Affiliate
Careington International Corporation, the premier marketer of dental, medical, health and lifestyle discount plans today announced it has expanded internationally with a new affiliate, Munroe Sutton, incorporated in the United Kingdom. The leadership team that founded Careington now offers... - September 17, 2009 - Core Five Solutions
Dr. Esther Sternberg to Host World Television Premiere of the PBS Production "The Science of Healing"
Dr. Esther Sternberg will host the world premiere of the PBS production The Science of Healing on Sunday, September 27th. The program will air on Maryland Public Television at 3:30 pm. Dr. Sternberg will appear live in the studio to introduce the show and discuss her work. - September 17, 2009 - Dr. Esther Sternberg
Leah Koenig, Parent Coach, Becomes a STARS Certified Trainer Through the Washington Association for the Education of Young Children (WAEYC)
Leah Koenig becomes a STARS Certified Trainer through the Washington Association for the Education of Young Children (WAEYC). Leah Koenig MA, is a Parent Coach, Love and Logic® facilitator and family therapist at Collaborative Couples & Family Counseling, LLC in Bellevue Washington. - September 17, 2009 - Bellevue Family Counseling
Park Springs Members and Staff Raise Over $5,000 for Alzheimer’s Association
Park Springs Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) announced that its Members and staff presented a check in the amount of $5,232 to the Alzheimer’s Association, Georgia Chapter at 3 p.m. on Thursday, August 6 at its community in Stone Mountain, Ga. “We exceeded our goal of... - September 16, 2009 - Park Springs Communities
San Diego Professionals Against Cancer Extends Applications Period for 2009 Funding Requests to Friday, Sept. 30
Nonprofit hosts annual San Diego Festival of Beer to provide funding support to local cancer charities and organizations. - September 16, 2009 - San Diego Professionals Against Cancer
Volunteering May Help Lead to a Longer Life: Park Springs Honored Volunteers June 26
Park Springs Communities, an Atlanta Continuing Care Retirement Community, honors their volunteers. A recent study presented at the American Geriatrics Society (AGS) annual meeting in May showed that retirees over 65 who volunteer had less than half the risk of death than their non-volunteer peers. - September 16, 2009 - Park Springs Communities
Todd Swanson Las Vegas Launches Desert Orthopaedic Research Foundation Fund Raiser
Todd Swanson, Las Vegas (http://www.DORF.us) launches the Desert Orthopaedic Research Foundation Fall 2009 Fund Raiser. - September 16, 2009 - Desert Orthopaedic Center
NHPCO Elite to Speak at MUMMS 20 Conference
mumms® Software has announced that significant leaders from the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) will speak at the MUMMS 20 Conference in New Orleans this October. These featured guests from NHPCO include Dr. Donald Schumacher, President, Malene Davis, Former... - September 16, 2009 - mumms Software
Assil Eye Institute - Cataract Awareness Month
A cataract is the clouding of the eye’s natural lens, which blocks the passage of light needed for clear vision. - September 16, 2009 - Assil Eye Institute
Study: Once-Daily Tablet as Effective as Multiple Pill Dosings for Treating Oral Yeast Infection in HIV/AIDS Patients
A once-daily medication option for treating the most common mouth infection in HIV/AIDS patients has shown to be just as effective and safe as taking an anti-fungal pill five times a day, according to a Henry Ford Hospital study. Researchers found that a small tablet applied daily that sticks to... - September 16, 2009 - Henry Ford Health System
Rapid Drug Detection Celebrates the Completion of 3 Years in Online Drug Tests Business
Rapid Drug Detection completed 3 years in online drug tests selling business. Over the years, Rapid Drug Detection won the trust of thousands of customers across the country by serving them with products of unmatched quality, approved by FDA & that conform to SAMHSA-recommended cutoff levels. - September 16, 2009 - Rapid Drug Detection
MDS Medical Software Named Fastest Growing Arizona-Based Health Company on 2009 Inc. 5000 List
Phoenix-based medical software and technology integrator MDS Medical Software has been named the fastest growing Arizona-based company in the health category on the 2009 Inc. 5000 list. In addition, MDS was named the 2000th fastest growing company nationwide. - September 15, 2009 - MDS Medical Software
Hospice to Host Comic Book Show
Superheroes For Hospice is hosting their 2nd Comic Book Show on Saturday, October 10, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Saint Barnabas Health Care System Corporate Building, located at 95 Old Short Hills Road, West Orange. All proceeds will support the patients and families of the Saint Barnabas... - September 15, 2009 - Superheroes for Hospice
Assil Eye Institute - a Revolutionary Lasik Revealed
From one of the fast growing shows on TV today, aired in all 50 states and 15 countries. People have watched shows and have seen the procedures and now will experience the total transformation in what The Doctors TV shows producers are calling the “Biggest Makeover Show Ever." - September 14, 2009 - Assil Eye Institute
Anger Management Guru to Host Groundbreaking Anger Management Training in the State of Washington
Anderson & Anderson begins its campaign for continued dominance in the world of anger management services by offering training seminars in cities and states that currently have very few options. - September 14, 2009 - Anderson & Anderson, APC