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Mary’s Center Honors The Morris & Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation
The Building Stronger Communities Award will be presented at the Center’s Annual Gala. - October 05, 2017 - Mary's Center
The App That Will Crush the Opioid Crisis
Too often individual suffering from muscle and joint pain are prescribes medications to treat the symptoms, rather than addressing the cause. Using the VPT app, patients who might otherwise be unable to access a musculoskeletal clinician can schedule a virtual visit with a licensed specialist able to treat their pain. The benefits are exactly the same as an in-person visit, with the only difference being convenience and cost savings. - October 04, 2017 - Virtual Physical Therapists
Wake Research Expands North American Presence to West Coast with Acquisition of Medical Center for Clinical Research – San Diego
Adds to Strategic Partnerships across Western and Southern United States - October 04, 2017 - Wake Research Associates
SCPC: New Study of Medicare “DIR” Fee Legislation Helps Demonstrate PBMs as Bad Actors Across Full Spectrum of Transactions
Solutions to PBM Pricing Abuses Must Address Entire Drug Supply Chain - October 03, 2017 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition
Finally…an App to Relieve Your Muscle and Joint Pain
Certified Virtual Physical Therapists can treat you for a variety of muscle and joint pain right from the comfort of your own home. You no longer have to wait to see a physician or travel when you are in pain. - October 03, 2017 - Virtual Physical Therapists
Lite Run Awarded $100,000 SBIR Grant for Innovative Mobility Device
Lite Run Inc. is pleased to announce that it has won a $100,000 Small Business and Innovation Research (SBIR) grant from the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living and Rehabilitation Research. The award targets the development of a home version of the innovative Lite Run mobility... - October 03, 2017 - Lite Run Inc.
Health Websites Reducing Visits to Doctors in People with Chronic Health Conditions
New report finds 27% of people with chronic health conditions went to the doctor less because of information they got from a website, and 41% of people cited that they turned to a health website to access advice and information on their disease, symptoms, condition pathway or well being, before seeing their GP about it. - October 03, 2017 - HealthUnlocked
200+ Lives Have Been Saved by Transparent Hands – A Mile Stone Has Been Achieved
Transparent Hands has achieved its first mile stone by saving 200+ lives. - October 02, 2017 - Transparent Hands
Study Reveals Kansas Neighborhood is a Model for Community-Led Solutions
A study conducted by Wichita State University, through a grant from the Kansas Health Foundation, that tells a compelling story about a neighborhood in need, a surprising collaboration and the success of community engagement to solve problems. - October 01, 2017 - Kansas Health Foundation
United Concierge Medicine to Speak at National Conference; Algozzine to Serve as Expert at American Telemedicine Association Fall Forum
UCM CEO will be a featured "XPert" at the ATA EDGE Fall Forum in Washington, DC, discussing how UCM is changing the front door of health care by marrying customized concierge medicine with the efficiency of telemedicine. UCM has developed a unique model that saves an average of $600 per utilization, with a 99% patient satisfaction rate and 100% customer retention rate. - September 30, 2017 - United Concierge Medicine
MappBio Announces Contracts with BARDA for ZMapp and Additional Filovirus Medical Countermeasures
Mapp Biopharmaceutical, Inc., announced today that it has been awarded a Project BioShield contract (HHSO100201700017C) of approximately $46 million by The Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA), part of the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response at... - September 30, 2017 - Mapp Biopharmaceutical, Inc.
“Only Game Day Matters,” and Other Sports Eye Safety Myths, Debunked
MyEyeDr. shares insights for athletes to properly equip their eyes this season. - September 30, 2017 - MyEyeDr.
Avant Healthcare Professionals to Exhibit at the 2017 ANCC Magnet Conference
Avant Healthcare Professionals, the premier staffing provider of internationally experienced nursing and allied health professionals, will be exhibiting at the 2017 American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) National Magnet Conference in Houston, TX October 11-13, 2017. “Avant Healthcare... - September 30, 2017 - Avant Healthcare Professionals
Kidney Community Applauds Bipartisan Senate Legislation to Improve Access to Kidney Care Treatments, Improve Quality of Life for Individuals with Kidney Disease
Kidney Care Partners (KCP) – the nation’s largest kidney coalition comprised of physician groups, providers, patient groups, manufacturers and researchers – today praised the introduction of Senate Bill 1890, “Chronic Kidney Disease Improvement in Research and Treatment... - September 29, 2017 - Kidney Care Partners
Kidney Care Community Celebrates the Passage of the Senate’s CHRONIC Care Act with Unanimous Consent
Kidney Community States Bill will Improve Access to Quality Care, Expand Treatment Choice. - September 29, 2017 - Kidney Care Partners
Updated Low Cost Senior Care Franchise Model from HomeHealth24x7®
Senior Care franchises tend to follow a very similar delivery model. A rather large up front franchise fee, then high royalty fees and ongoing service fees for the life of the business. - September 29, 2017 - HomeHealth24x7
Sprout Health Group Introduces First Responder Support Program in Sacramento
Healthcare management company, Sprout Health Group, (www.sprouthealthgroup.com) has recently introduced a new critical stress response program designed for first responders at their Cedar Point Recovery facility in Sacramento, CA. The group owns and operates drug and alcohol rehab centers, as well... - September 28, 2017 - Sprout Health Group
Uganda NGO TERREWODE Receives Funding for Women's Hospital to Serve Obstetric Fistula Patients
Women in Uganda suffering from obstetric fistula just received a million reasons to be hopeful. Support from the Uganda Fistula Fund for TERREWODE, as well as the Hamlin International Partners in Australia and the United States, has raised over $1.6 million for TERREWODE, a non-governmental... - September 28, 2017 - Uganda Fistula Fund for TERREWODE
New Service for Ultrasound Clinics, the Virtual Reality Experience by Sirbonu OÜ
BabySliceO offers 3D printers to ultrasound clinics and anybody enthusiastic about 3D baby models; the possibility to use Virtual Reality to show and clean up ultrasound files and create the 3D baby Models. - September 28, 2017 - Sirbonu OÜ
Physician Engagement for Medical Group Managers
Nick Hernandez, CEO at ABISA, delivered a presentation last week on the topic of physician engagement at the Idaho Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) Annual Conference in Boise, Idaho. Healthcare administrators from across Idaho attended the two-day event to learn about best practices,... - September 28, 2017 - ABISA
Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research Develops New Drug to Supercharge Immune Cells in the Fight Against Cancer
A new cancer treatment with the dual ability to normalise tumour blood vessels and boost the body’s immune system, has been developed by researchers from the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research and The University of Western Australia. - September 28, 2017 - Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research
Secret Body Las Vegas Offers New Laser Technology Non Surgical Face Lift
The new cutting edge laser ClearLift claims it can remove years from one's appearance in just 10-20 minutes. - September 27, 2017 - Secret Body Las Vegas Coolsculpting Clinic
The Morgan Leary Vaughan Fund Wins Health + Wellness Design Award
The Morgan Leary Vaughan Fund (Morgan’s Fund) is pleased to announce that it has received an award from Graphic Design USA (GDUSA). The "Speaking of NEC" brochure, created as a companion piece to the audio podcast series of the same name, has been recognized as part of GDUSA’s... - September 27, 2017 - The Morgan Leary Vaughan Fund, Inc.
Grand Opening of Tampa Bay Sports & Medical Massage
Owner Tracy Alan Jones, MSW, LMT announces the grand opening of Tampa Bay Sports & Medical Massage, a new solution for both individuals dealing with pain and local athletes who want to perform better. Open to the public, the grand opening celebration will take place on Thursday, September 28,... - September 27, 2017 - Tampa Bay Sports & Medical Massage
Dr. Pravin U. Dugel Elected to the Orbis International Board of Directors
Dr. Pravin U. Dugel, managing partner, Retinal Consultants of Arizona – one of the nation’s leading Retina & Vitreous academic, clinical research and patient treatment facilities, has been elected to the Orbis International Board of Directors. Orbis International is a global... - September 26, 2017 - Retinal Consultants of Arizona
Perthera's Subha Madhavan, PhD, to Speak at Prestigious Health 2.0 Conference
Perthera Inc.’s, Subha Madhavan, PhD, Chief Bioinformatics Officer, will be speaking at the 11th Annual Fall Conference of Health 2.0 on Healthcare Innovations, Oct 1 - 4 in Santa Clara, CA, in the Personalized Health Track “Turning Data into Value.” Dr. Madhavan will present a... - September 26, 2017 - Perthera, Inc.
Gilead Sciences Wins Workplace Health Award from American Heart Association: BaySport Partners with Gilead Sciences in Health and Wellness to Claim Silver Achievement
BaySport client, Gilead Sciences, is recognized by the American Heart Association for their achievement in providing its employees' quality and effective workplace health programs, earning them the Silver Award. - September 26, 2017 - BaySport, Inc.
Speakers Announced for Adolescent Health Open Forum Event to Spotlight LGBTQ, Provider Training, Social Media and Confidentiality
An open forum on Adolescent Health will be held in Oconomowoc, WI on October 5, 2017. Hot topics including LGBTQ, Physicians and Teens Communicating for Health (PATCH), social media and confidentiality. The event is sponsored by the Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics and will be held at the Aurora Medical Center Summit. - September 25, 2017 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
Gregg Schneider, DDS Wins 2016 Prestigious Vitals Choice Award
Ninth Annual Vitals Patient's Choice Award recognizes Dr. Gregg Schneider for outstanding care based on patient feedback. - September 25, 2017 - Dr. Gregg Schneider
BryLin Behavioral Health System Hires New Chief Medical Officer
Behavioral Health Leader in Western New York Selects Experienced Physician Executive to Provide Leadership for Clinical Operations as well as Medical Management BryLin Behavioral Health System in Buffalo, NY, has hired Dr. Sanjay Gupta as Chief Medical Officer. Dr. Gupta is an experienced... - September 24, 2017 - BryLin Hospital
BryLin Behavioral Health System Hires New Director of Medical Services
New Hire to Provide Leadership of Medical Management Team BryLin Behavioral Health System announces the hiring of Felicity Mack, M.D. as the new Director of Medical Services. Prior to joining BryLin, she has had several years of diverse experience as a family practice specialist and was affiliated... - September 24, 2017 - BryLin Hospital
The Birches Assisted Living Walks to End Alzheimer’s for 16th Year
The Birches Assisted Living’s “Team Birches” participated in the Alzheimer’s Association’s annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s for the 16th year in a row on Sunday, joining more than 1,800 walkers from Chicago’s western suburbs. Walkers began at North Central... - September 24, 2017 - The Birches Assisted Living
Sign-Ups Open for Cary Couples Workshop
Cary-Based Psychologist Hosts 1-Day “Harmonizing Work and Love” Workshop - September 24, 2017 - Azevedo Family Psychology
Tri-County Chiropractic of Exton Brings Low-Level Laser Therapy to the Office
Drs. Jessica Kennedy and Leigh Ann Jasinnas add low-level laser therapy to their list of treatment options available in the Exton office. - September 24, 2017 - Tri-County Chiropractic of Exton
Regina Mixon Bates Honored by Atlanta Business League
Bates Receives "Atlanta's Top 100 Black Women of Influence" at the 2017 Women of Vision (WOV) Breakfast. - September 23, 2017 - The Physicians Practice S.O.S. Group
Elite Surgical Shortlisted for the Prestigious English Aesthetics and Beauty Awards 2017
Elite Surgical, UK’s most celebrated cosmetic surgery clinic, has been shortlisted as a finalist in two categories of The English Aesthetics and Beauty Award 2017. The ceremony will honour a selection of notable figures of the cosmetic surgery industry and will be held in Dudley. - September 23, 2017 - Elite Surgical Ltd
Leader in Medical Practice Management and Education Has Been Named One of the 2017 Honorees of Who’s Who in Black Atlanta
Regina Mixon Bates, CEO of The Physicians Practice S.O.S. Group Named One of the 2017 Honorees of Who’s Who in Black Atlanta. - September 23, 2017 - The Physicians Practice S.O.S. Group
Light Hands Reiki Studio to Offer Weekend Reiki Relaxation Clinic (9/23) (9/24) (Los Angeles, CA)
Light Hands Reiki Studio in Los Angeles will offer a low-cost Reiki Relaxation Clinic this weekend (Saturday, Sept. 23 and Sunday, Sept. 24). Veteran Reiki III Practitioner Marlan Warren will be on hand to conduct the half hour "Chair Reiki" relaxation sessions. - September 23, 2017 - Light Hands Reiki Studio
Renew Aesthetic Clinic Opens in Beaverton Oregon
Renew Aesthetic Clinic, a nurse practitioner owned and directed clinic located in Pacific Place on the corner of Scholls Ferry and SW Nimbus, has its grand opening on Friday, October 20th, 4 p.m. - 8 p.m., Champagne & hors d'oeuvres will be served. Please register for Grand Opening Party at www.renewaestheticclinic.com. - September 21, 2017 - Renew Aesthetic Clinic, LLC
Dallas OEP Sales Agent Open House September 21st
National General is hiring for Open Enrollment (OEP) Inside Sales Agents. Agents are focused on selling, selling and more selling and on reaching daily, weekly and monthly sales quotas. - September 21, 2017 - National General Insurance
Tacoma Chiropractor Dr. Pete Atkins Offers Specialized Care for Fibromyalgia Patients
In order to bring attention to one of the most misunderstood and misdiagnosed diseases, Dr. Pete Atkins with Atkins Chiropractic in Tacoma, WA is opening his doors to Fibromyalgia patients who may have seen other doctors but not found relief. Utilizing a revolutionary program called Atlas Orthogonal Chiropractic, Dr. Atkins treats patients with gentle, pain-free techniques that produce rapid results. - September 21, 2017 - Atkins Chiropractic Inc.
The Partners Group Named One of Best Places to Work in Insurance in the Nation for Four Years Running
Award Recognizes Employers Nationwide for Highest Levels of Employee Satisfaction - September 21, 2017 - The Partners Group
Pediatric Dental Associates, Morristown Holds Facebook Contest to Name Their Elephant
After a year at their new facility, Pediatric Dental Associates is utilizing Facebook to get name ideas, from the community, for their 16' elephant that sits in front of their building. - September 21, 2017 - Pediatric Dental Associates, Morristown
Mary’s Center Announces Co-Chairs and EmCee of Its 2017 Annual Gala, Noche Tropical
The team is committed to spearheading Mary’s Center’s effort to raise $600,000 to help local families in need. - September 21, 2017 - Mary's Center
3D Baby Model on Indiegogo by 3dprintedultrasounds.com
3dprintedultrasounds.com is offering the possibility to have volume files made by ultrasound machines during a 3D session converted into a 3D file that can be printed into a 3D baby Model. - September 21, 2017 - Sirbonu OÜ
CardioVascular Coalition Urges Adoption of National Strategy to Address Unnecessary Amputations During Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) Awareness Month
Vascular care leaders call for policies to prevent amputation without arterial testing, increase PAD awareness, support screening for at-risk populations and promote multidisciplinary care - September 19, 2017 - CardioVascular Coalition
RNCG Angel Foundation Postpones Costume Ball for “Scaring Off Cancer”
Event Postponed - The RNCG Angel Foundation, a nonprofit organization, plans an enchanting evening “Under the Harvest Moon” at the Don Cesar in St. Pete Beach, FL, for its annual “Scaring Off Cancer” fundraiser to support cancer patients and their families. - September 19, 2017 - RNCG Solutions, Inc.
Announcing eLuma’s All-Inclusive Telehealth Curriculum Platform - Content, Lesson Planning, Apps, Assessment
School district special education programs all over the country are facing a similar challenge: How do we bring high-quality therapy and mental health services to our students without sacrificing quality? Live, online speech therapy, online occupational therapy, and online mental health services are a great solution. eLuma has released the latest update to their industry leading platform so special education teams everywhere can access the best telehealth services available. - September 19, 2017 - eLuma Online Therapy
Doctor Maloney Publishes Back Pain Book on Habitual Response
"My diagnosis was lifelong pain, so I was looking for any solution," says Dr. Maloney. In his book, Dr. Maloney went through all the existing treatments for chronic back pain. He was frustrated: "None of them, not even cutting the nerves, works long-term." Over the years, Dr. Maloney discovered a map of back pain. He has used that map to help hundreds of people with back pain and now shares the map with the world. - September 19, 2017 - Christopher Maloney
Welcome Home Midwifery Services, Inc. Announces Newly Licensed Midwife
Licensed Midwife offers low-cost home birth and maternity care services to Sacramento Valley. - September 18, 2017 - Welcome Home Midwifery Services, Inc.