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Pediatrician Accreditation Pilot to Improve HPV Vaccination Rates
Research shows the HPV vaccine prevents cancer, and preteens can be protected by strong provider recommendation. Enrollment is now open for pediatricians in Illinois and Wisconsin for an accredited quality improvement project to increase vaccination rates, and participants can register on an individual basis or by practice. - May 24, 2018 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
CEC President-Elect, Mary Lynn Boscardin, to Give Presentation on Women & Leadership in Special Education as Part of the Ongoing Eluma Webinar Series
Mary Lynn Boscardin, the president-elect for the Council for Exceptional Children, and Kerry Weir, Ph.D. will partner to present a webinar entitled, "Insights from Women Leaders in Special Education" as part of the eLuma Webinar Series. This presentation will provide research and insights on female leadership in special education, as well as practical strategies for better meeting a wide array challenges. - May 24, 2018 - eLuma Online Therapy
Dr. Drew to Deliver Keynote Address at 25th Annual OCD Conference in Washington D.C.
Well known media personality and physician to speak on mental health stigma reduction and advocacy. International OCD Foundation brings together patients, families and world-renowned experts at the Annual OCD Conference July 27-29 in Washington D.C. - May 24, 2018 - International OCD Foundation
Avant Healthcare Professionals Awarded Gold in Best Healthcare Social Media Campaign by the 2018 Aster Awards
Avant Healthcare Professionals, the premier staffing provider of internationally educated, experienced registered nurses, was awarded Gold in best healthcare social media campaign by the 2018 Aster Awards. The gold award recognizes the top 5% of healthcare social media campaigns in the... - May 24, 2018 - Avant Healthcare Professionals
Book on New Way of Doing Medicine Could Save Lives
Adult Stem Cell Released Molecules is a new book on therapeutic development and medicine, by California author Dr. Greg Maguire, Ph.D., that could save lives and restore health. Dr. Greg Maguire's book offers a radically new approach to the standard means of developing therapeutics through the use of the molecules that stem cells release, emphasizing that the molecules act in the organisms through their collective actions within and between all levels of the system, often not at the genome. - May 23, 2018 - BioRegenerative Sciences, Inc.
Rose Medical Center Receives the 2018 Women’s Choice Award® as One of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Patient Experience
Rose Medical Center has been named one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Patient Experience by the Women’s Choice Award®, America’s trusted referral source for the best in healthcare. The award signifies that Rose Medical Center has been ranked within the top 100 hospitals... - May 23, 2018 - Rose Medical Center
Gurwin Jewish Receives Citation During Skilled Nursing Care Week
Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Staff Acknowledged for Exemplary Service to the Long Island Community - May 23, 2018 - Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Perthera Hosts Breakfast Symposium at the 2018 ASCO Annual Meeting
Perthera, Inc., the leading Therapeutics Intelligence Company™, will be hosting a networking breakfast and educational session on Monday, June 4th from 6:30 – 7:30 a.m. for attendees of the 2018 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting. The breakfast symposium will be... - May 22, 2018 - Perthera, Inc.
GeBBS Announces Opening of Second Delivery Center in Manila
GeBBS Healthcare Solutions announced recently the opening of their second state-of-the-art Delivery Center in Manila, Philippines. GeBBS’ expansion in Manila has been driven by a significant increase in the demand for the company’s Patient Contact solutions. The new center is expected... - May 22, 2018 - GeBBS Healthcare Solutions
Unity Health on Main Announces Its Grand Opening on May 24, 2018: Community-Led Health Center Serves Medically Underserved Area of Greenville County, SC
Unity Health on Main, a community led health center that serves the Medically Underserved Area (MUA) of Greenville County (SC), is excited to announce it is open for business and accepting new patients at 505 N Main Street Suite C in Greenville, SC. A grand opening celebration and ribbon cutting... - May 21, 2018 - Unity Health on Main
Daradia Pain Hospital, the Exclusive Pain Management Hospital, Not Only Treats Pain, But Also Organizes Pain Management Courses to Train Physicians
Daradia Pain Hospital, a unique 50 bed hospital for chronic pain management treats all kinds of chronic and incurable pain. But it also organizes workshops, short pain management courses and pain management fellowships for specialist physicians. Neurosurgeons, orthopedic surgeons, anesthetists from all over the world have joined different pain management courses. - May 21, 2018 - Daradia
7th Annual Garifuna International Indigenous Film Festival to Commence May 25 - June 3, 2018 in Venice, California.
Standing out as a respected cultural ambassador among indigenous communities around the world, the Garifuna International Indigenous Film Festival (GIIFF) is returning to Venice, California, for its 7th annual event this coming May 25, 2018. Founder, Executive Director and Garifuna indigene, Freda Sideroff and her husband Dr. Stephen Sideroff, are excited and honored to once again be able to showcase a wide range of films and documentaries created by award-winning Garifuna filmmakers. - May 21, 2018 - Stephen Sideroff, PhD
INTERTEL Names Melissa Thomas Chief Marketing Officer
Disability and Investigations Industry Veteran to lead innovative, data-driven marketing programs for the nationally recognized leader in Medical Canvassing. - May 21, 2018 - INTERTEL, Inc.
INTERTEL Welcomes New National Business Development Manager
Risk and Insurance Industry Professional Joins Nationally Recognized Leader in Medical Canvassing - May 21, 2018 - INTERTEL, Inc.
Better Insurance Options Announces Release of a New Podcast
When comparing the cost of Medicare Advanage with Medigap, most people think Advantage is cheaper. Not so fast. - May 20, 2018 - Better Insurance Options
Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center & Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children Recognized by Healthgrades for Outstanding Patient Experience
Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center (P/SL) and Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children (RMHC) have been recognized by Healthgrades for achieving the 2018 Outstanding Patient Experience Award™. This distinction recognizes P/SL and RMHC among the top 15 percent of hospitals nationwide,... - May 19, 2018 - Presbyterian/St. Luke's Medical Center
Royal CareGivers Launches Royalcaregivers.com, a Mobile-Friendly Website to Provide On-the-Go Care Access to Families in New Jersey
Royal CareGivers, a Home Care and Staffing Agency in New Jersey, has launched a user-friendly website aimed at giving families easy access to home care services. With 3 locations in New Jersey and over 50 full-time care workers, Royal CareGivers is one of New Jersey’s fastest growing home care agencies providing compassionate care 24/7 to its clients. The company’s services include companion care, skilled nursing, personal care, and respite care. - May 19, 2018 - Royal CareGivers
In-Home Care Assist launches Inhomecareassist.com, a Comprehensive Senior Home Care Resource to Enhance Senior Lives in New Jersey
In-Home Care Assist (IHCA), a senior care referral service in New Jersey has launched a user-friendly website aimed at providing valuable information, resources, and best in-class care assistance to New Jersey families. In-Home Care Assist is one of New Jersey’s fastest growing home care resource company providing swift assistance 24/7 to its cherished clients. The company’s services are aimed at improving the lives of seniors in New Jersey, with a focus in helping seniors age-in-place. - May 19, 2018 - In-Home Care Assist
IHF World Hospital Congress Keynote Speakers Announced
Keynote speakers will share insights on how healthcare organizations can harness the benefits and overcome the obstacles of transitioning health systems at the 42nd World Hospital Congress. - May 19, 2018 - International Hospital Federation
Better Insurance Options Announces Podcast Release
Guidelines on determining eligibility for Medicare Supplement plans. - May 19, 2018 - Better Insurance Options
Church of Scientology to Host Breakfast on Drug Prevention
The Church of Scientology in partnership with Drug-Free Tennessee, is hosting a breakfast on drug prevention on International Day Against Drug Abuse. - May 19, 2018 - Drug Free South
Make Health a Top Priority During National Women’s Health Week
All women should have regular wellness visits to maintain good health. National Women’s Health Week, which runs from May 13-19, is the perfect time to schedule checkups and lifesaving preventative screenings. As the nation’s leading provider of women’s health care, Planned... - May 19, 2018 - Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic
Rose Medical Center Honored by Healthgrades for Outstanding Patient Experience for Fourth Year in a Row, Top 10% Performance Nationwide
Rose Medical Center in Denver Named by Healthgrades for Outstanding Patient Experience for Fourth Year in a Row, Top 10% Performance Nationwide - May 18, 2018 - Rose Medical Center
LEAP, LLC CEO Joins Cardiac Pioneers in Honor of Women's Heart Health
In honor of women’s heart health and as a testimony to his commitment to health equality, Dr. Clayton Lawrence, CEO, Lawrence Executive Alliance of Professionals (LEAP), LLC, was honored to be a guest at WomenHeart’s 18th Annual Wenger Awards on May 7 at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium. - May 18, 2018 - LEAP LLC
Rose Medical Center Among Nation’s Top Performing Hospitals for Treatment of Heart Attack Patients
American College of Cardiology NCDR ACTION Registry Gold Award recognizes Rose Medical Center for high standards of patient care for heart attacks. - May 18, 2018 - Rose Medical Center
Dallas Autism Conference with Dr. Temple Grandin - June 15, 2018
Future Horizons will be hosting the Dallas Autism Conference with Dr. Temple Grandin - June 15, 2018. - May 18, 2018 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Brite Smiles is Informing the Public on the Benefits of “Sonic” Toothbrushes
Brite Smiles Dental Care (http://www.britesmilesdentalcare.com), in Apple Valley, is informing the public on the benefits of using a “sonic” toothbrush rather than a manual tooth brush. The most significant benefit of a sonic toothbrush is its cleaning capability. Unlike a manual... - May 18, 2018 - Brite Smiles Dental Care
Bay Dermatology to Open New Location in Downtown St. Petersburg Early Summer 2018
Bay Dermatology will open their ninth location in the heart of downtown St. Petersburg in early summer of 2018 at 125 4th Avenue NE. This year also marks their 30th anniversary. The new location will offer traditional dermatology services and cosmetic surgeries, but the practice will focus on... - May 18, 2018 - Bay Dermatology
Cleinman Performance Partners to Hold Two National Eyecare Business Conferences in Fall 2018
Cleinman Performance Partners has announced the addition of two unique business-specific conferences to its National Eyecare Business Conferences lineup in the Fall of 2018 at the Eaglewood Resort and Spa in Itasca, Illinois. The Practice Transitions is a one-of-a-kind conference being held on... - May 18, 2018 - Cleinman Performance Partners
Frankly Better Marketing Enterprises Enters the Insurance World
Licensed and experienced, Frankly Better ME enters a new realm of helping people. - May 18, 2018 - Better Insurance Options
Boomer Education Initiative Continues
Podcast on Medigap Plans - May 18, 2018 - Better Insurance Options
New Report: More Than 60 Percent of Patients Seeking Proton Therapy Are Initially Denied by Nation's Insurers
Alliance for Proton Therapy Access launches grassroots campaign calling for state insurance commissioners to fix broken insurance process. - May 17, 2018 - Alliance for Proton Therapy Access
Mercodia Launches Unique Quality System
The immunoassay company Mercodia today announces the launch of MAQS – the Mercodia Assay Quality System. With this program, Mercodia is the first company in the field of immunoassays to set a standard for quality, ensuring customer satisfaction in all parts of its offers. Today, many... - May 17, 2018 - Mercodia AB
VectorCare Creates Lifesaving Hospital Evacuation Technology
VectorCare, a healthcare logistics company, has developed a way for hospitals to quickly evacuate patients in the event of a natural disaster and is making this new technology available to hospitals and transport providers in preparation for another dangerous fire season. - May 17, 2018 - VectorCare
Gurwin Adult Day Care Program Clinches "Best of Long Island" Title Second Year in a Row
Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is proud to announce that its Adult Day Care Program has retained its title as “Long Island’s Best in Adult Day Care,” marking the second year in a row, third year overall, that the program has been recognized for excellence in... - May 17, 2018 - Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
$3.7M Research Grant Awarded to Artificial Intelligence Project for Medical Imaging
University of Waterloo’s Kimia receives $3.7M for its AI project for digital pathology. - May 16, 2018 - Kimia Lab, University of Waterloo
Recipient Announced for the 2018 Hope APFED HOPE Pilot Grant Award
Funded study to define the consequences and mechanisms of mucosal mast cell activation in the esophagus. The American Partnership for Eosinophilic Disorders (APFED) is pleased to announce that it has awarded a 2018 HOPE Pilot Grant Award to Dr. Joshua B. Wechsler, Assistant Professor in... - May 16, 2018 - APFED
South Nassau Communities Hospital Poll Shows That 65 Percent of Kids Spend 3+ Hours on Screens a Day
The American Academy of Pediatrics has warned that too much screen time – especially in young children – can delay cognitive, language, social and emotional development and possibly be a factor in childhood obesity. - May 16, 2018 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Luminello Announces New Innovation in Technology Award for Psychiatry Residents and Fellows
The new Luminello Innovation in Technology Award for graduating psychiatry residents and fellows aims to foster creative and innovative ideas in how technology could be used to improve patient care and practice in the field of psychiatry and throughout the mental and behavioral health profession. Deadline is June 30, 2018. - May 15, 2018 - Luminello
Chesapeake Health Care Welcomes Dr. Michael Lantz, FACOG to the OB/GYN Team
Dr. Michael Lantz, well-known Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist from Annapolis, will be joining the Obstetrical team at Chesapeake Health Care to provide care for moms-to-be and babies of high-risk pregnancies. - May 15, 2018 - Chesapeake Health Care
The Gateway Family YMCA Celebrates 25th Anniversary of National Senior Health & Fitness Day®
Local Organization Part of National Wellness Event to Promote Healthy Lifestyles for Older Adults - May 15, 2018 - The Gateway Family YMCA
P3 Healthcare Solutions Offers Free Demo of Its Medical Billing Service
P3 Healthcare Solution Offers Free Demo of its value-added medical billing service to the providers. Get to know more about a provider-focused medical billing service. - May 12, 2018 - P3 Healthcare Solutions
MedAware Systems Curates Its 30,000th Medical Research Study
MedAware Systems, Inc. announced today that it curated its 30,000th medical research study for the Company’s Science of Health Informatics (SOHInfo™) database. This milestone far eclipses all previous efforts at extracting and normalizing data from the vast and disorganized body of... - May 12, 2018 - Biomed Industries Inc.
Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Successfully Completes 4,000th Blood & Marrow Transplant Since Inception of Program
The Colorado Blood Cancer Institute (CBCI), in partnership with Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute (Sarah Cannon) at HealthONE’s Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center (P/SL), successfully completed its 4,000th blood and marrow, or stem cell, transplant since the inception of the program in... - May 11, 2018 - Presbyterian/St. Luke's Medical Center
CQRC Welcomes New Rule Released by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
The Interim Final Rule partially eases providers' burdens in noncompetitive bidding areas, safeguarding patient access to oxygen in rural regions - May 10, 2018 - CQRC
Charles Laverty’s Mission to Reduce Heart Surgery
Heart disease kills 17M people every year and is the top global killer almost everywhere in the world. Overburdened healthcare systems are struggling to keep up with the growth, especially as populations age, economies develop and people adopt "western" style diets and lifestyles. Charles Laverty is on a mission to attack a major area of this global pandemic, open heart surgery. By adopting new technologies it may be possible to reduce surgery. - May 10, 2018 - Advanced Bifurcation Systems
UAB Medicine Wayfinding App by Connexient Takes You from Parking Spot to Doctor’s Office, and Everything in Between
University of Alabama Medicine launches a New Mobile App in the hospital to help patients, visitors and staff find their way from the parking lot to the Doctor's office. MediNav by Connexient is the leading digital wayfinding solution for hospitals. - May 10, 2018 - Connexient
Wellness Family Medicine RN, Betty Abernathy, Approved with Aetna
Wellness Family Medicine Registered Nurse, Betty Abernathy, has been approved with Aetna. "Aetna health insurance products include medical, pharmacy, dental, behavioral health, group life and disability plans." (https://www.aetna.com/about-us/aetna-facts-and-subsidiaries.html) Betty has... - May 10, 2018 - Wellness Family Medicine
Council Releases Statement on Behalf of Service Dogs by Warren Retrievers Regarding Allegations
John B. Russell, Esq. of John B Russell & Assoc. released a statement today amidst allegations of a recent lawsuit by the Virginia's Attorney General. - May 09, 2018 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Betty Abernathy, RN at Wellness Family Medicine, Now Accepts First Choice by Select Health of South Carolina
Patients who are insured by First Choice by Select Health of South Carolina can now be seen by registered nurse Betty Abernathy. - May 09, 2018 - Wellness Family Medicine