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NeuroHealth Welcomes Neuropsychologist Claude W. Eggertsen, Ph.D. to Its Clinical Team
NeuroHealth today announced that Claude W. Eggertsen, Ph.D., has joined its team of health care providers. Dr. Eggertsen is a licensed psychologist who specializes in testing, assessment and treatment of ADHD, traumatic brain injury and related conditions. He has extensive experience in the area of... - March 01, 2008 - NeuroHealth Management LLC
Innovative Device Offers Proactive Approach for Preventing Blindness: MacuScopeTM Assesses Risk of Developing Macular Degeneration, Aids in Prevention
MacuChek, a medical technology company based in West Bloomfield, Mich., has pioneered a device that is the first available to eye care professionals to aid in the prevention of the leading cause of legal blindness, macular degeneration which affects approximately 30 million worldwide. The first... - March 01, 2008 - MacuChek
FromPaintoPersonalGain.com Promotes a Healthy Lifestyle
Life Coaching creates a life of wealth and happiness including a better body in 10 weeks. - March 01, 2008 - The Rehab Group
Health Support Systems Announces Free "Ask an Expert" Program
Health Support Systems today announced the launch of another service that is available at no cost, named the “Ask an Expert” program. Using this free service, users can post their medical questions and receive answers from medical professionals from around the globe. This service will be in addition to the free disease management portal launched by HSS in Nov 2007 - March 01, 2008 - Health Support Systems, Inc
Colorado Biosciences Get Boost, Advancing Major Economic Development Program
The Colorado House gave a big boost to a critical economic development project on Tuesday. A bill expanding Colorado’s much lauded Bioscience Discoveries Grant Program passed the House by an initial voice vote. House Bill 1001, sponsored by State Representative Jim Riesberg (D-Greeley), will make $26.5 million available in grants over the next five years. HB 1001 will provide as much as $150,000 per project to Colorado research institutions, accelerating the development of new technologies. - February 28, 2008 - Colorado BioScience Association
Former Manchester City Lord Mayor Has Hope and Quality of Life Restored at New Beike Stem Cell Facility
Shenzhen Beike Biotechnology Co., Ltd. (http://www.beikebiotech.com), the world leader in the use of umbilical cord stem cells to successfully treat a variety of illnesses, announced that Audrey Jones, the former Lord Mayor of Manchester, has returned today to the United Kingdom (UK) with... - February 26, 2008 - Shenzhen Beike Biotechnology Co., Ltd.
New York Plastic Surgeon Performs Pro Bono Surgery on Disadvantaged Patient Where Health Insurance Coverage was Denied
Manhattan based facial plastic surgeon and Director of the Aesthetic Facial Surgery Center of New York and New Jersey, Oleh Slupchynskyj, M.D., offers his skill and compassion to a Brooklyn, New York woman tormented physically and emotionally from a medical condition not covered by her health... - February 25, 2008 - The Aesthetic Facial Surgery Center of New York and New Jersey
Healthcare Scouts Acquires New National Office
Healthcare Scouts recently acquired over 9,000 square feet of A+ office space for future retention and expansion purposes. "The ability to provide our employees with A+ office space and amenities goes a long way in our efforts to retain our top performers" states Brian Hudson, President... - February 25, 2008 - Healthcare Scouts
Center for Chiropractic & Wellness Announces Stress Management Class
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 the firm will be hosting a Stress Management Part I class on Tuesday, March 4 at 6:00 p.m. at... - February 25, 2008 - Center for Chiropractic & Wellness, PLLC
“Joint Preservation, The Importance of Physical Activity” - Dr. Alan Nasar, Freehold Orthopedic Surgeon, Lectures at the Atlantic Club, Wall, NJ, on March 12th
Freehold orthopedic surgeon Alan S. Nasar, MD, will present a free to the public lecture on the vital role of adequate physical activity in joint preservation on Wednesday, March 12th, at the Atlantic Club, Wall, NJ. Dr Nasar is one of the team of orthopedic surgeons from the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, New Jersey, who will present a number of public lectures on joint health in the New Jersey communities of Freehold, Wall and Jackson, from now through Spring - February 25, 2008 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
South Shore Skin Advises Now is the Time for Winter Skin Treatments
Dr. Richard Eisen and Dr. Ramzi Saad, dermatologists at South Shore Skin Center, advise folks about skin treatments that should be performed during the winter months. The doctors warn of several cosmetic and anti-aging skin treatments where sun exposure should be avoided during and immediately... - February 25, 2008 - South Shore Skin Center
Lancaster, Ohio PIOs Attend Training at CDP
Fairfield Medical Center PIO, Donna Stalter, and Fairfield Department of Health PIO, Pamela Delay, recently attended Homeland Security Training in Anniston, Alabama. - February 24, 2008 - Fairfield Medical Center
Preserving Your Joints; Freehold Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Alan Nasar Stresses Staying Active in a Lecture at the Westlake Golf and Country Club in Jackson, NJ
Freehold orthopedic surgeon Alan S. Nasar, MD stressed the vital role of adequate exercise for joint preservation to members of the local community, on Thursday, February 21st, at the Westlake Golf and Country Club, in Jackson, NJ. Dr Nasar is one of the team of orthopedic surgeons from the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, N.J., who will present a number of public lectures on joint health in the New Jersey communities of Freehold, Wall and Jackson into Spring. - February 24, 2008 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Freehold Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Alan Nasar Delivers a Welcomed Message "Joint Replacement Like Never Before" at the Freehold Senior Center, Freehold, NJ
Freehold orthopedic surgeon Alan S. Nasar, MD discussed advances in joint replacement surgery in his public lecture “Joint Replacement Like Never Before” given at the Freehold Senior Center, Freehold, NJ, Wednesday, February 20th. Dr Nasar is one of the team of orthopedic surgeons from the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, New Jersey, who have committed to present regular, free to the public lectures on joint health to local communities during the next 5 months. - February 24, 2008 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
KLAS’ Ambulatory EMR Perception Report Probes Providers for Market Insights
Providers shared their thoughts and perceptions with KLAS about their near-term plans for EMR purchasing, key criteria for selecting an EMR and which vendors they would consider if making that purchasing decision today. - February 24, 2008 - KLAS
KLAS Investigates CPOE Offerings and Technology Leaders
KLAS measured the depth of CPOE adoption in this sixth and most recent study to find out provider satisfaction with the vendor offerings and the depth of usage in this growing area. - February 24, 2008 - KLAS
Food Industry Discovers New Technology to Kill E-coli & Salmonella
Food processors explore NAV-CO2 technology following nationwide outbreaks of foodborne illness and product recalls. - February 22, 2008 - Biomist, Inc.
Dr. Alan Nasar, Orthopedic Surgeon at the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, Freehold, NJ, Participates in Health and Safety Week at Hillel Yeshiva
Alan S Nasar, MD, orthopedic surgeon at the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, NJ, participated in Health and Safety Week at Hillel Yeshiva Elementary School, Ocean, New Jersey, Wednesday February 13th, with a special presentation on childhood fractures or broken bones. Head of the Elementary School, Dr. Ruth Katz and Rabbi Avi Bodlander, Assistant Principal, were present throughout the presentation and welcomed Dr Nasar’s participation in the program. - February 21, 2008 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Center for Chiropractic & Wellness, PLLC Launches Wellness Blog
Jennifer Campbell, wellness coordinator for the Center for Chiropractic & Wellness (www.carolinachirowellness.com), has announced the launch of a new wellness blog. The blog, which will include product reviews, health and fitness tips, favorite online links and more, can be found at... - February 20, 2008 - Center for Chiropractic & Wellness, PLLC
Trevigen Launches High-Throughput PARP/Apoptosis Assays
Trevigen launches High-Throughput PARP/Apoptosis Assays ideal for measuring the activity of PARP in 96-well plates. Cell extracts can be obtained using their newly-developed, higher-throughput procedure before, during and after apoptosis induction. During apoptosis, PARP-1 which catalyzes the NAD... - February 20, 2008 - Trevigen, Inc.
Clinical Trials in Russia, 4th Quarter 2007
On February 18, 2008 Synergy Research Group (SynRG), a Russia-based CRO, presented the current issue of its Orange Paper, a regular analytical report on the market of clinical trials in Russia. The report contains hundreds of figures as well as dozens of tables and pictures covering various aspects... - February 20, 2008 - Synergy Research Group
Jim Horan Named Hepatitis B Foundation COO
James Horan has been named the Chief Operating and Financial Officer of the Hepatitis B Foundation, a world-class nonprofit research organization headquartered in Doylestown, Pa. - February 20, 2008 - Hepatitis B Foundation
Medical Tourism Hits Milwaukee
Dr. Peter Badalamenti draws people from across the US for TMJ treatment, Cosmetic Dentistry while they take in the sights of Milwaukee. - February 19, 2008 - Badalamenti Center for Advanced Dentistry
Innovative Healthcare Financing Announces Medical Lien AR Purchase Programs
Innovative Healthcare Financing, LLC, a Colorado company, announces its “Medical Lien AR Purchase Program” available to medical providers who treat personal injury patients. This announcement comes as an increasing number of medical providers struggle under the change in Colorado... - February 19, 2008 - Innovative Healthcare Financing Group, LLC
KLAS’ Single Sign-On Study Uncovers Driving Forces in Adoption
KLAS found that Single Sign-On is more of a when than an if technology, even if the only push toward adoption is meeting the requirements of HIPAA, JCAHO and other patient safety initiatives. Most healthcare providers report their vendors perform well. However, with adoption being a matter of time, providers in the process of selecting an SSO solution often wonder what the differences are among vendor offerings, what advice other providers offer when making an SSO decision. - February 18, 2008 - KLAS
Boise Dentists Steve Bruce, Rob Ririe and Dan Bruce Have Been Providing Family Dental, Implant and Cosmetic Services at Boise Downtown Dental for 1 Year This February
Boise Downtown Dental is located in the Sycamore Building of the BoDo complex in Boise, Idaho. Dr.'s Steve Bruce, Rob Ririe and Dan Bruce provide family dental, implant, and cosmetic dental services for the Boise area. - February 18, 2008 - Boise Downtown Dental
VersaSuite Interface to VisionWeb
VersaSuite 7.5 Service Pack 15 provides a seamless and comprehensive interface to VisionWeb. - February 17, 2008 - VersaSuite
Ecumen Takes Holistic Community Approach to Aging and Senior Housing Development with Unveiling of New Successful Aging Center
New development and services by Ecumen take proactive, holistic approach to aging for senior housing residents and community members at large - February 16, 2008 - Ecumen
ZYTO Corp. Uses Editor Based LinksManager.com to Generate Relevant Traffic and to Improve SEO
ZYTO Corp. uses an automated online reciprocal link software to improve search engine optimization. The use of the service saves time and money, and gets results, according to company officials. - February 15, 2008 - Zyto Corp.
Center for Chiropractic & Wellness Announces Learning Session
Andre Tse and Brian Kramer, licensed acupuncturists at Center for Chiropractic & Wellness (www.carolinachirowellness.com), announced that an acupuncturist open house will be held every Saturday from 11-3 p.m. Acupuncturists will be offering 30-45 minute mini-sessions at a discounted rate. Both... - February 11, 2008 - Center for Chiropractic & Wellness, PLLC
Team Double-Click Expands Services to Non-Profit Organizations
Team Double-Click®, the nation’s largest virtual staffing firm, offering a full array of services through its qualified virtual assistants, has expanded its service to include non-profit organizations. These organizations, which thrive on the efficiency and economical use of their... - February 11, 2008 - Team Double-Click
Time Magazine & CNN Reports that Smoking Will Kill a Billion People; Long Island's Best Hypnotist Roch Preite vows to make a dent in the Body Count
Long Island's Best Hypnotist Roch D. Preite is combating the smoking epidemic one smoker at a time. - February 10, 2008 - Pendulum Hypnotic Solutions Inc
The Mouth is at the Very Heart of the Matter
Most Americans don’t know that dentists, as physicians of the mouth, can be the first line of defense for detecting potentially deadly diseases. New research continues to raise public awareness of the link between the mouth and heart. This news is particularly relevant in February—which... - February 07, 2008 - 1-800-DENTIST
"Breathe Easy. Play Hard." Renowned Pediatric Pulmonologist Teams with Top Athletes to Teach Kids… Asthma and Activity Actually Go Together
Dr. Janis Schaeffer, renowned pediatric pulmonologist, has created an innovative asthma awareness initiative called Breathe Easy Play Hard, rooted in her website (http://www.breatheeasyplayhard.com/) designed to inform and inspire children and teens with asthma. - February 07, 2008 - Janis Schaeffer, M.D., PC
Dallas Nutritionist Has Success with Unique Treatments for Cancer Patients
Dr. June Meymand, founder of The Healing Arts Cancer and Wellness Center, reports that she has achieved remarkable success with a set of uniquely devised, all-inclusive treatments for her cancer patients who experience a substantial increase in quality of life and longevity as a result of her... - February 06, 2008 - Dr June Meymand's Healing Arts Cancer and Wellness Center
Life Alert Members Express Thanks to Medical Alarm Company for Saving Parents; More Adult Children Giving Life Alert as Gift to Loved Ones
Testimonials show that the emergency response company known for the slogan “I’ve fallen, and I can’t get up” appeals strongly to grown children of elderly parents, who often buy Life Alert for loved ones in need of protection, especially those living alone. Valentine's Day can be the perfect time to express affection for loved ones by giving them the gift of life – Life Alert. - February 06, 2008 - Life Alert Emergency Response
Midwest Vein Center Partners with the American Venous Forum to Offer Screenings for Potentially Fatal Clots
Midwest Vein Centers has been selected by the American Venous Forum to participate in a nationwide early detection program that will include a free, comprehensive screening to detect venous disease, including venous insufficiency and risks for deep vein thrombosis. - February 06, 2008 - Midwest Vein Center
Gynecology and Laparoscopic Surgeons, PC, Releases on Laparoscopy
Dr. Lisa Roberts, president and CEO of Gynecology and Laparoscopic Surgeons, PC (www.glsi.info), has announced the release of a podcast discussing laparoscopy, a procedure in which a laparoscope is inserted into the abdomen through a small incision allowing the doctor to view the area on a... - February 05, 2008 - Gynecology and Laparoscopic Surgeons, P.C.
Dr. Jennifer Greenfield to Speak at Career Day
Center for Chiropractic & Wellness (www.chirowellness.com), a north Raleigh chiropractic center, has announced that partner Dr. Jennifer Greenfield will speak at West Millbrook Middle School’s Career Day on Tuesday, Feb. 12 at 8:30 a.m. The award winning event will provide students the... - February 05, 2008 - Center for Chiropractic & Wellness, PLLC
Wisdom Hypnosis Offers the Real Love Potion Number 9
The Palm Harbor White Chapel, a designated historic landmark will be the site of a "lovely" hypnosis workshop called The Real Love Potion Number 9. Debbie Lane of Wisdom Hypnosis will be conducting the two night event. - February 03, 2008 - Wisdom Hypnosis
Newly Opened, Hallway of Life Recovery Center, Inc. Meets the Unique Needs of Women in Recovery in Delray Beach, Fl
Psychiatrist Owned and Operated Halfway House Empowers Women, Teaches a New Way to Live. - February 02, 2008 - Hallway of Life Recovery Center, Inc
Marriage and Family Therapists of New York Opens New York City Office Under Direction of Dr. Joan D. Atwood
Nationally recognized social psychologist and author, Dr. Joan D. Atwood, Owner and President of Marriage and Family Therapists of New York, has opened a New York City office. Responding to client requests, Dr. Atwood has expanded her practice to a convenient midtown NYC location situated at 19... - February 01, 2008 - Marriage and Family Therapists of New York
Life Alert Featured on The Martha Stewart Show in Health-Tech Segment; Martha and Dr. Brent Ridge Recommend Life Alert Service to Their Viewers
Life Alert, known for protecting the lives of seniors and increasingly younger adults, captures the attention of Martha Stewart and Dr. Brent Ridge, VP of Martha Stewart Healthy Living, who touts Life Alert’s “inexpensive yet vital” service on national TV show - January 31, 2008 - Life Alert Emergency Response
Colorado BioScience Association and Six Economic Development Groups Tout Colorado’s Strengths to the Medical Device Industry at MD&M West in Anaheim
Representatives from the Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) and six of the state’s economic development entities are marketing Colorado as a desirable medical device manufacturing hub at the 24th annual Medical Device & Manufacturing (MD&M) West Expo. - January 31, 2008 - Colorado BioScience Association
Orthopedic Surgery for Africans in Chennai, India
African grandmother Ejike Eunice outsourced her bilateral knee replacements to Indian surgery centre. - January 28, 2008 - Knee & Shoulder Clinic of Chennai, India
Center for Chiropractic & Wellness Hosts Movie Night
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 the firm will be hosting a free movie night on Friday, Feb. 8 from 6-10 p.m. - January 28, 2008 - Center for Chiropractic & Wellness, PLLC
Laser + Skin Institute Dermatology Center Announces New Laser Treatment Which Demonstrates Advanced Anti-Aging Benefits
The Laser + Skin Institute (LSI) announces an exciting new Laser treatment for skin resurfacing called Pixel. An Open House is scheduled for Monday February 11th from 6:00pm – 8:00pm at 33 Main Street, Suite 103 in Chatham. The event is open to the public. Dr. Lisa Coppa and her staff will... - January 28, 2008 - Laser + Skin Institute
Made in Belgrade: New Arrival in UK Dental Tourism Market Offers Service with a (Serbian) Smile
YourFavouriteDentist.co.uk bridges gap between Britain and Belgrade - January 28, 2008 - Yourfavouritedentist
Healthcare Scouts Expands Its Therapy Permanent Career Services to Licensed Therapy Professionals Looking for the Right Career Fit
Healthcare Scouts announced today that it is expanding its permanent career services to include more Therapy professionals nationwide. Disciplines now served include: Physical Therapists (PT), Occupational Therapists (OT), Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP), Clinical Educators, Pulmonary Rehab Specialists, Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRT), Certified Respiratory Therapists (CRT), along with Director and High level positions among others. - January 26, 2008 - Healthcare Scouts
HTI Produces Research Report on Trends in the Medical Travel Industry (January 22, 2008)
HealthCare Tourism International, the Los Angeles-based healthcare tourism non-profit organization, recently published its first Annual Health Tourism Trends report highlighting the in-depth details of the world’s most popular destinations and health procedures for health tourism search in... - January 26, 2008 - HealthCare Tourism International, Inc