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Dr. Lisa Roberts on Faculty for AAGL Conference
Gynecology and Laparoscopic Surgeons, PC (www.glsi.info) has announced that Dr. Lisa Roberts will be on the faculty for the AAGL (formerly the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists) Comprehensive Workshop on Minimally Invasive Gynecology for Residents and Fellows. The workshop is... - March 27, 2008 - Gynecology and Laparoscopic Surgeons, P.C.
The Neuro Signaling Foundation, Broomfield, Colorado
Breakthrough technology instructs cancer cells to die, announces the Neuro-Signaling Foundation - a new method of detecting, recording and re-programming cell communication codes to fight cancer. - March 27, 2008 - The Neuro-Signaling Foundation
Speaking of Women’s Health Announces Theme for 2008 Conference
Erika Mangum, co-chair of Speaking of Women’s Health (www.swhraleigh.com) and president of Iatria Spa, has announced the theme for the 2008 Speaking of Woman’s Health conference: “Discovering your Everyday Super Hero.” The theme, which encourages women to develop and... - March 27, 2008 - Speaking of Women's Health
Healthcare Scouts "Shows Its Spirit" with the Jimmy V Foundation
Healthcare Scouts showed its company spirit and commitment to Cancer Research by participating in the Jimmy V 2008 Show Your Spirit campaign. According to Amanda Blize, campaign chairperson the event builds a lot of team spirit for a worthy cause. “The Show Your Spirit Campaign provides a... - March 27, 2008 - Healthcare Scouts
New CPEhr White Paper Details Employment Challenges – and HR Outsourcing Solutions – for Struggling California Employers
A new white paper recently released by CPEhr, a leading California HR consulting firm, finds that California employers are expected to turn to Human Resources Outsourcing in record numbers in 2008. This is in response to continuing frustration by California employers brought on by complex employment regulations and rising insurance costs. - March 26, 2008 - CPE HR, Inc.
Center For Chiropractic & Wellness, PLLC Announces New Chiropractic Physician
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 Dr. Thomas Young has joined the center as a chiropractic physician. - March 26, 2008 - Center for Chiropractic & Wellness, PLLC
Less Waiting, Frustration for Orthopedic Patients - New Neighbor, Partner Provides Physical Therapy for Children’s Bone & Spine Surgery
Full recovery of pediatric bone and spine injuries or conditions require a total care approach. Apart from the initial treatments of possible bracing or surgery, patients generally undergo months of rigorous physical therapy in order to achieve the best results. For patients of Children’s... - March 26, 2008 - Children’s Bone & Spine Surgery
Dr. Angela Baylis to Serve on Speaking of Women’s Health Executive Committee
Dr. Angela Baylis, doctor of chiropractic (www.drangelabaylis.com), will serve on the executive committee for the 2008 Speaking of Women’s Health conference as program chair. The conference is scheduled to be held Saturday, Sept. 27 at the Raleigh Convention Center located at 2 E. South St. - March 21, 2008 - Dr. Angela Baylis
Center for Chiropractic & Wellness, PLLC Announces Detoxification Boot Camp
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 hold a detoxification boot camp in April. This boot camp is a three week whole... - March 21, 2008 - Center for Chiropractic & Wellness, PLLC
NHA Announces a National LTC Marketing Campaign for Employer Groups
National Health Administrators (NHA), a national insurance agency with over 20 years experience providing Long Term Care insurance to member-based groups, is expanding its marketing efforts to include for-profit and non-profit employer groups. - March 20, 2008 - National Health Administrators
Long Term Care Facilities Receive Powerful Tips to Prepare for Quality Indicator Survey with Ecumen’s New Whitepaper
Nursing home consulting geared whitepaper released today provides a checklist towards preparing for the Quality Indicator Survey - March 20, 2008 - Ecumen
Gynecology and Laparoscopic Surgeons, PC Announces New Physician
Dr. Lisa Roberts, president and CEO of Gynecology and Laparoscopic Surgeons, PC (www.glsi.info), has announced that Dr. Tammy Hilbert has joined the practice as a specialist in advanced laparoscopy and hysteroscopy techniques. Dr. Hilbert has extensive experience with minimally invasive surgical... - March 20, 2008 - Gynecology and Laparoscopic Surgeons, P.C.
Choice Medical Services to Add Australia & Other Worldwide Treatment Destinations; National Survey Finds Strong Consumer Interest in Medical Tourism
Choice Medical Services, a leading medical tourism firm helping North American consumers to receive medical care abroad, plans to add Australia and several more treatment destinations in the next 18 months. This comes after the new "2008 Survey of Health Care Consumers" found that nearly 40 percent of consumers would consider having an elective procedure performed abroad if they could save half or more, and be assured that quality was equal to or better to what they have in their own country. - March 19, 2008 - Choice Medical Services
South Shore Skin Center Offers Innovative Skin Smoothing Product & Gift
South Shore Skin Center, one of Massachusetts’ most progressive dermatology practices offering a wide range of medical, surgical and cosmetic services to a vast clientele south of Boston, has recently announced the availability of skin smoothing treatment, Juvederm along with “Kiss and Make Up” kits. - March 17, 2008 - South Shore Skin Center
Center For Chiropractic & Wellness Announces Acupuncture Clinic
Andre Tse and Brian Kramer, licensed acupuncturists at Center for Chiropractic & Wellness (www.carolinachirowellness.com), have announced that an acupuncture clinic will be held every Saturday from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. The purpose of the clinic is to be able to provide low cost and high quality... - March 17, 2008 - Center for Chiropractic & Wellness, PLLC
Speaking of Women’s Health Sets Date for 2008 Conference
Erika Mangrum, co-chair of Speaking of Women’s Health and president of Iatria Spa (www.iatria.com), has announced the date of the 2008 Speaking of Woman’s Health conference. The 2008 conference will be held Saturday, Sept. 27 from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Raleigh Convention Center, located... - March 16, 2008 - Speaking of Women's Health
Fractional Skin Resurfacing Available at Winter Park Laser & Anti-Aging Center
Non-surgical skin resurfacing treatment; Palomar 1540 non-ablative treatments now available in Central Florida at Winter Park Laser & Anti-Aging Center, Medical Director; Dr. Horacio Gonzalez. "Lunch-Time non-surfical face-lift" effect through light based therapy. - March 15, 2008 - Winter Park Laser & Anti-Aging Center
Sneha Diagnostics Plans to Open 10 State of the Art Medical Diagnostics Centers Across AP, India
Sneha Diagnostics (medical diagnostics company based in Ongole, AP, India) unveils its plans to open 10 modern diagnostic centers across AP, India. - March 15, 2008 - Sneha Diagnostics
Ecumen Expands Its Senior Housing Development Team by Welcoming Julie Murray
Ecumen, which is one of the country's largest non-profit senior housing, aging services and senior housing development companies, has named Julie Murray as a director of real estate development services. She joins Ecumen from Dallas-based Greystone Communities, a developer of continuing care retirement communities. - March 14, 2008 - Ecumen
Dr Alan Nasar’s Public Lecture “Joint Preservation, The Importance of Physical Activity” Provokes Lively Discussion at the Atlantic Club, Wall, NJ, on March 12th
Alan S. Nasar, MD, presented a free public lecture on the vital role of exercise in joint health Wednesday, March 12th, at the Atlantic Club, Wall, NJ. “Joint Preservation; The Importance of Physical Activity,” attracted a full crowd at 11:30am. Dr Nasar is one of the team of orthopedic surgeons from Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, NJ, offering a number of public lectures on joint health to the communities of Freehold, Wall and Jackson during Spring. - March 14, 2008 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Gregory Poole Marine to Sponsor "Kickin' Back at the Vineyard" to Benefit Bear Creek Center
Gregory Poole Marine of Beaufort, NC, has signed on to help sponsor “Kickin’ Back at the Vineyard,” an afternoon of live bluegrass music, wine tastings, arts and crafts and more at the Hinnant Family Vineyards in Pine Level, NC, to benefit the Bear Creek Center for people with... - March 14, 2008 - RHA Howell Care Centers
Dr. Lisa Roberts Serves on Conceptus’ Physician’s Advisory Panel
Gynecology and Laparoscopic Surgeons, PC (www.glsi.info) has announced that Dr. Lisa Roberts will serve on a physician’s advisory panel for Conceptus, innovator of medical devices for women’s health, on Saturday, April 5. Conceptus is the maker of Essure®, a permanent birth control... - March 13, 2008 - Gynecology and Laparoscopic Surgeons, P.C.
Center For Chiropractic & Wellness, PLLC Announces Detoxification Informational Sessions
Local Health and Wellness Center Will Hold Purification Program Informational Session - March 11, 2008 - Center for Chiropractic & Wellness, PLLC
KLAS Delivers Report on Labor and Delivery IT Solutions
KLAS’ Labor and Delivery report investigates L&D vendor solutions; which vendors are making the most progress toward integration, what functionality is most important to providers, and how satisfied providers are with current vendor offerings? - March 09, 2008 - KLAS
FL-3 Airboat Search and Rescue Welcomes Aboard Dr. Richard Deichmann, Physician and Author
Florida-3 Airboat Search and Rescue welcomes its newest member Dr. Richard Deichmann, author of Code Blue: A Katrina Physician's Memoir. - March 09, 2008 - Florida-3 Airboat Search and Rescue
Shah Recruiters, Formally Known as ProStaffing, Redesigns Its Website to Incorporate New Web Tools
Shah Recruiters, formally known as ProStaffing, has redesigned its website. Shah Recruiters has now become the combination of staffing firm and online job portal. Shah Recruiters offers Free Physical Therapy and Physical Therapy Assistant Job Search, Free Job Postings and Profile Search. On... - March 08, 2008 - Shah Recruiters
HealthFacultyJobs.com is Celebrating Brain Awareness Week
Any employer that mentions seeing this release during the week of March 10-16 will receive a half off any neuroscience faculty listings. - March 08, 2008 - HealthFacultyJobs.com
Life is Good RX Announces Free Prescription Plan
The Life is Good Rx program will provide on the spot price reductions of up to 75% percent on commonly used prescription drugs. Any resident of the United States is eligible to receive a card, it is completely free of charge and there are no burdensome qualification criteria or application processes. Savings are calculated instantly at the time of purchase. - March 07, 2008 - Life is Good Prescription Plan
Healthcare Scouts Attends HIMSS 08 in Orlando
Healthcare Scouts executives and recruiters were in attendance at the HIMSS 2008 educating themselves on critical and emerging issues affecting the Healthcare Industry. Many significant announcements were made at this year's meeting, including the Google Health initiative that will offer users a... - March 07, 2008 - Healthcare Scouts
ZYTO Corp. Concerned About Federal Mandates on Health Insurance in H.R. 1424
Proposed federal mandates in H.R. 1424 on health insurance offered by employers may drive up the cost of premiums and cause small companies to reduce or eliminate health insurance benefits. - March 07, 2008 - Zyto Corp.
Beacon Surgical Associates Offering Office-Based Vein Surgery for Varicose Veins
Beacon Surgical Associates in Exeter, NH is offering the FastCath VNUS closure technique for office-based treatment of varicose veins and venous stasis ulcers. - March 07, 2008 - Core Physician Services
Ridgefield Acupuncture and Ridgefield Operation for Animal Rescue (ROAR) Partner to Help Animals with Acupuncture Exchange Day
Ridgefield Acupuncture is proud to have the opportunity to support their hard work by giving free stress relieving acupuncture sessions in exchange for an item off ROAR’s wish list (leashes, collars, Frontline Plus, Heartgard, rawhide, small dog treats, garbage bags, paper towels and printer paper). - March 07, 2008 - Ridgefield Acupuncture
Dr. Lisa Roberts Named Impact Women Business Owner
Gynecology and Laparoscopic Surgeons, PC (www.glsi.info), has announced that Dr. Lisa Roberts, president and CEO, has been named a 2008 Impact Women Business Owner by Business Leader Magazine. The awards are presented to recognize the outstanding leadership of the women not only in their... - March 06, 2008 - Gynecology and Laparoscopic Surgeons, P.C.
Industry Advocate Scott Shephard, D.C., Wins 2008 Chiropractor of the Year Award
Activist’s efforts help reform State’s policy on access to chiropractic care. - March 06, 2008 - Shephard Clinic of the Chiropractic Arts
Trevigen Launches Anti-8-oxo-dG Monoclonal Antibody (Clone 2E2)
DNA damage caused by oxidative radicals is associated with aging, inflammation, carcinogenesis, Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s diseases. When exposed to oxidative radicals, 8-hydroxy-2’-deoxyguanosine (8-oxo-dG) is formed and can serve as a sensitive indicator of physiological and... - March 06, 2008 - Trevigen, Inc.
Center for Chiropractic & Wellness Announces Stress Management Class Part II
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 II class. The class will be held on Tuesday,... - March 05, 2008 - Center for Chiropractic & Wellness, PLLC
Bear Creek Center Announces "Kickin' Back at the Vineyard" Fundraiser with Bluegrass Music by Kickin' Grass
Live bluegrass by “Kickin Grass,” wine tastings, arts and crafts, plenty of food, raffles, games and door prizes – all will be part of “Kickin’ Back at the Vineyard,” a fundraiser to be held at the Hinnant Family Vineyards and Winery on Saturday, May 10, 2008, to... - March 02, 2008 - RHA Howell Care Centers
Former Limited-Benefit Medical Plan Executives Launch New Firm. Founders of Ternian Insurance Group Remain Committed to Voluntary Marketplace.
A team of veterans from Star HRG, which pioneered the concept of limited-benefit medical (mini-med) plans before being bought by CIGNA, has launched a start-up organization targeting voluntary benefit programs designed to help uninsured and underinsured individuals. Star HRG’s former... - March 01, 2008 - Ternian Insurance Group LLC.
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
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