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Metabolic Medical Institute Hosts Medical Students at Its Live Integrative Medicine Event
The Metabolic Medical Institute (MMI) was pleased to host several local medical students at its Live Integrative and Metabolic Medicine Courses in Miami, FL on October 31, 2014. These courses are part of an Integrative Medicine Graduate Certificate program offered through MMI’s partnership... - November 20, 2014 - Metabolic Medical Institute
Flagler Hospital and BayView Healthcare Collaborate for Better Patient Care
Use of Avancen MOD Corporation’s Innovative “Medication on Demand” Device Allows Hospital and Skilled Nursing Facility to Collaborate to Improve Patient Pain Management. - November 19, 2014 - Avancen MOD Corporation
South Nassau Communities Hospital Receives $29,900 Gift in Support of Cancer Services for Underserved Women
This is the seventh consecutive year that LI2DAY has supported the program for a combined total of $203,400. - November 16, 2014 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Metabolic Medical Institute Concludes Successful Integrative Medicine Education Event in Miami, FL
Medical professionals from all over the nation gathered at The Fontainebleau Hotel this weekend for The Metabolic Medical Institute’s (MMI) Integrative and Metabolic Medicine Courses. The event offered an invaluable forum for practitioners to network, learn and share the latest studies and... - November 07, 2014 - Metabolic Medical Institute
Sheppard Pratt Health System and Lieber Institute for Brain Development Bring Shared Vision to New Joint Venture Research Entity
New joint venture to translate scientific advances in genetics and brain research into clinical practice. - November 06, 2014 - Sheppard Pratt Health System
Coastal Urgent Care Opens New Facility in Thibodaux
Providing convenient, quality care in a clean family-friendly environment. - November 01, 2014 - Coastal Urgent Care
South Nassau Communities Hospital's Chief Finance Officer Named to Prestigious List of Hospital CFOs to Know
Resources used to develop the list include input from industry experts, research by Becker’s editorial team, and supporting nomination documents. - November 01, 2014 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Pain Management & Hydrotherapy Pool Now Available in Texarkana
On Monday, HealthCARE Express in Texarkana officially welcomed Mohammed Khan, M.D. (“Dr. Mo”), to their staff. Specializing in interventional pain management, Dr. Mo is able to provide treatments to patients suffering from pain that has only been available in bigger cities like... - October 26, 2014 - HealthCARE Express
ASAlaser at MEDICA 2014: Internationalization, Innovation and Growth
Meeting international distributors, building new partnerships and presenting the entire range of products: these are the main goals of the company on the eve of its 31st participation at the German fair (Düsseldorf, 12-15, November 2014). The exhibition will also be the occasion to give visibility to the new corporate image. - October 26, 2014 - ASA srl
South Nassau Communities Hospital Closes Acquisition of LBMC Assets
The APA closing took place shortly after a Letter of Understanding (LOU) with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) was executed.The APA closing took place shortly after a Letter of Understanding (LOU) with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) was executed. - October 23, 2014 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Dublin, 8th November 2014: Individual, Free-of-Charge Meetings with the Chief Plastic Surgeon
The chief plastic surgeon from one of the best Polish plastic surgery clinics is visiting Dublin in November 2014. - October 13, 2014 - Nina Manduk MediConsult
Calling All Future Nurses
The Right Solutions is offering three $500 scholarships to high school seniors and college students enrolled in a nursing program. - October 13, 2014 - The Right Solutions
Chi Solutions, Inc. and Viewics, Inc. Partner to Provide Chi IQ™ By Viewics – A Comprehensive Laboratory Benchmarking Solution
Chi IQ™ By Viewics is a web-based benchmarking solution designed for hospital and independent laboratories which provides accessible, accurate, and actionable intelligence to improve cost and productivity, outreach, quality, utilization and service performance. - October 12, 2014 - Chi Solutions, Inc., an Accumen company
South Nassau Communities Hospital's Gamma Knife Treats Brain Metastses in one Session
Despite its name, the Gamma Knife is not an actual knife, but a stereotactic radiosurgery device that has become a well-accepted standard of care for the minimally invasive treatment of inaccessible or inoperable brain abnormalities. - October 11, 2014 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Senior Nurse Practitioner at South Nassau Awarded Prestigious AANP Fellowship
Established by the AANP in 2000, the Fellows of the AANP (FAANP) impact national and global health and enhance the mission of the AANP by engaging recognized nurse practitioner (NP) leaders who make outstanding contributions to clinical practice, research, education, or policy. - October 09, 2014 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Medical Director of Ruxton House to Become Medical Director of the Retreat at Sheppard Pratt
Thomas Franklin, M.D., to take the helm of nationally renowned residential psychiatric unit. - October 09, 2014 - Sheppard Pratt Health System
AABC-The American Association of Bariatric Counselors Receives Accreditation
AABC, Providers of Bariatric Education and Certification for Licensed/Certified Health & Education Professionals, Receives Accreditation from The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. - October 08, 2014 - American Association of Bariatric Counselors
Island Medical Management Chooses ActionCue Clinical Intelligence Healthcare Management Software
Island Medical Management has chosen Prista Corporation’s ActionCue® Clinical Intelligence application for use in all of Island Medical facilities nationwide to integrate and standardize their Risk, Quality and Performance Improvement programs. - October 05, 2014 - Prista Corporation
Umran Javaid HAAPIN Founder and Team Climb Ben Nevis
The HAAPIN team climbed Ben Nevis the highest mountain in the UK. They made it to the top and were feeling really great. Umran Javaid said "We love helping people around the world, we will be doing many more activities like this in the future and everyone is welcome to join us." HAAPIN... - October 02, 2014 - HAAPIN Worldwide
Sheppard Pratt Health System Raises Nearly $40,000 with First Sheppard Pratt Stride
First year of annual family-friendly walk surpasses expectations with 350 participants and funds raised to support patients and students. - October 02, 2014 - Sheppard Pratt Health System
Unmatched Faculty Lecturers and Cutting Edge Education Presented This Past Weekend at Joseph B. Martin Conference Center at Harvard Medical School
Over 100 elite healthcare practitioners from all specialties, both international and domestic, convened at Harvard Medical School’s Joseph B. Martin Conference Center September 20-21, 2014 for the Healthy Aging Therapeutics Symposium. This one-of-a-kind academic event featured the... - September 28, 2014 - Metabolic Medical Institute (MMI)
Medic West Africa Offers a Rich Conference Programme for Professionals in Healthcare
Innovative products, services, and networking opportunities are the highlight of this year’s event. - September 26, 2014 - Informa Life Sciences
Nigeria’s First Specialized Dental Health Event to Benefit from Federal Ministry of Health and the Nigerian Dental Association’s Support
Dental Africa is the gateway to the emerging and far-reaching dental market in the African region and it is the largest platform in Africa for regional and international dental stakeholders, dealers, distributors, suppliers and service providers that provides them with the opportunity to interact and network with new buyers and key industry players. - September 26, 2014 - Informa Life Sciences
Beauty Africa Exhibition & Conference Launches for the First Time in Nigeria
The first ever Beauty Africa Exhibition & Conference will be held from 7-9 of October 2014 at the Eko International Convention & Exhibition Center, Lagos Nigeria. It will provide a platform for companies to interact with beauty professionals as well as industry leading dealers and... - September 26, 2014 - Informa Life Sciences
Medic West Africa Offers Vast Networking Opportunities for Professionals in Healthcare
Innovative products, services, and networking opportunities are the highlight of this year’s event. - September 26, 2014 - Informa Life Sciences
Medic West Africa Exhibition & Congress Enjoys Further Expansion in 2014
The 3rd edition of Medic West Africa Exhibition and Congress (MWA) will take place on 15-17 October 2014 at the Eko International Convention & Exhibition Center, Lagos, Nigeria. MWA will cover over 7,000 square meters of exhibition space to showcase over 1000 products from 350 exhibitors. - September 25, 2014 - Informa Life Sciences
Harbor Hospice Among the First to Deploy mumms Software's Hummingbird
mumms Software, an innovator in the Hospice & Palliative Care EMR industry, is pleased to announce that Harbor Hospice, part of Harbor Healthcare System headquartered in Beaumont, Texas, will be among the first hospices to deploy the newest mumms product, Hummingbird, throughout all of their... - September 25, 2014 - mumms Software
Mismanaged and Mistreated Seniors in Assisted Living Facility Enjoy Complete Turn-Around Under New Ownership and Management
Green Tree of Orlando Hosts an Open House and Facility Tour Showcasing All the Positive Changes in Place Since Inception of New Ownership and Management. - September 22, 2014 - Green Assisted Living Facilities of Florida
ASAlaser Therapies: the Ideal Sports Partner
Removing contractures and oxygenating their muscles: these are the priorities of the athletes involved in Tor Des Geants, an endurance trail held from 7th to 14th of September in Valle d'Aosta (Italy). - September 19, 2014 - ASA srl
Sheppard Pratt Health System’s Dr. Edward Zuzarte Recipient of 2014 Frances J. Lentz Mental Health Professional of the Year
NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore awards Mental Health Professional of the Year to doctor with unique personal approach to engaging patients. - September 18, 2014 - Sheppard Pratt Health System
Sheppard Pratt Health System Receives Largest Donation in More Than a Century
Mildred Kern donates two million dollars to Sheppard Pratt – the largest bequest since second benefactor, Enoch Pratt. - September 18, 2014 - Sheppard Pratt Health System
US News & World Report 2014 Best Hospitals Ranks South Nassau Highly
To be ranked in the Best Hospitals metro area rankings, South Nassau had to score in the top 25 percent among its peers in at least one of 16 medical specialties. - September 12, 2014 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Companion Animal Hospital of Wakefield Welcomes Dr. Chris Kelly
New Veterinarian Joins Companion Animal Hospital. - September 08, 2014 - Companion Animal Hospital of Wakefield
Medic East Africa: East Africa’s Largest Healthcare Exhibition and Congress Maintains Its Prominent Presence on the Continent
The Visa Oshwal Convention Centre in Nairobi will once again host the 2nd Medic East Africa Exhibition & Congress (MEA), which is the largest healthcare event in East Africa to date, and exclusively supported by the Ministry of Health. This year's event will take place from 23-25 September 2014... - September 06, 2014 - Informa Life Sciences
South Nassau's Radiation Oncology Department Awarded Prestigious Accreditation
The prestigious ACR accreditation is awarded only to facilities that prove during a rigorous peer-review evaluation that they meet specific Practice Guidelines and Technical Standards developed by the ACR. - September 05, 2014 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Region’s Premier Event for Healthcare Training & Conferences Launches in Abu Dhabi This October
The Arab Health Recruitment & Training Fair was established to satisfy the demand of the constantly developing healthcare training needs in the UAE. - September 02, 2014 - Informa Life Sciences
Largest Exhibition for Healthcare Recruitment and Training in MENA to Launch in Abu Dhabi
The Arab Health Recruitment & Training Fair was established to satisfy the demand of the constantly developing healthcare job market in the UAE. - September 02, 2014 - Informa Life Sciences
Pet Partners® Names New Board of Directors Chairperson
Dr. Mary Craig, veterinarian and Founder of Gentle Goodbye Veterinary Hospice and At-home Euthanasia LLC, has been named Chairperson of the Pet Partners Board of Directors. Dr. Craig’s veterinary practice, based in Stamford, Connecticut, specializes in care for end-of-life conditions and... - August 23, 2014 - Pet Partners
Golf Outing in Support of South Nassau Hospital's Emergency Services Department Raises Nearly $282,000
Aside from raising the most money in its 30-year history, the annual golf outing will be remembered for the hole-in-one recorded by Westbury, NY, resident Mike Ricciardi that earned him $20,000 towards the purchase of a car from Paul Conte Cadillac. - August 14, 2014 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Chi Solutions, Inc. CEO Appointed to Salem State University Foundation Board of Directors
Chi Solutions Inc. CEO and Salem State University Alumma Kathy Murphy gives back through foundation board appointment. - August 13, 2014 - Chi Solutions, Inc., an Accumen company
More Than $390,000 Raised in Support of South Nassau Communities Hospital's SIBSPlace
Approximately 300 guests bid on over 200 featured live and silent auction items. A watercolor self-portrait by world-renowned artist Chuck Close topped the bidding at $21,000. - August 13, 2014 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
South Nassau Electrophysiologist Inducted as a Fellow of the Heart Rhythm Society
Fellowship recognizes members for their advanced training, certification, and commitment to the research and treatment of heart rhythm disorders. - August 03, 2014 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Knowmedge Launches Revolutionary Web-Based Medical Mnemonics Platform
Knowmedge announces a revolutionary new medical mnemonics platform featuring over 1,500 high-yield peer-reviewed mnemonics and 200 visuals. - July 20, 2014 - Knowmedge
South Nassau Urgent Care is First Step in Restoring Vital Healthcare Services to Long Beach
SNUCC provides hospital grade treatment and triage for a wide array of urgent medical conditions as well as ambulatory care with subspecialty backup supported through an integrated information technology system connecting the center to South Nassau’s main campus in Oceanside. - July 19, 2014 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
South Nassau Communities Hospital Appoints Site Director of Ophthalmology Residency Program
Dr. Nauheim is active in research, lecturing and publishing papers on ophthalmology and is also a member of the teaching faculty at North Shore University Hospital and Nassau University Medical Center. - July 17, 2014 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Sarasota Memorial Hospital Named US News' Best Hospital, #1 in South Florida
In U.S. News’ 2014-15 Best Hospitals rankings, Sarasota Memorial rose in the rankings, to #30 in Gynecology care (up from #48 last year). U.S. News also ranked Sarasota Memorial among the top five hospitals in Florida and #1 in southern Florida for overall care. - July 17, 2014 - Sarasota Memorial Health Care System
ASAveterinary: New Look for the Corporate Website
With a fresh graphic, intuitive in consultation and rich in content: the new ASAveterinary website focuses on videos, case studies and interviews to explain the use of MLS® Laser in veterinary sector and to provide timely information about application and devices. - July 16, 2014 - ASA srl
How Orthopedic and Cardiology Implantable Device Manufacturers Can See Double Digit Growth Using Bang Surgical
Bang Surgical and Orthopedic and Cardiology implant manufacturers modernize sale rep/distribution model and obtain double digit growth in 2015. - July 11, 2014 - Bang Surgical
PIH Health Named Most Wired Award Recipient for Second Consecutive Year
American Hospital Association Recognized the Top Health Systems in the Nation in the Information Technology Field. - July 11, 2014 - PIH Health
UJA-Federation of NY Honors South Nassau Communities Hospital's Dr. Linda Efferen
The world's largest local philanthropy, UJA - Federation of New York helps 1.4 million people in New York City, Westchester County and Long Island as well as 3 million people in Israel and 60 other countries around the world. - July 10, 2014 - Mount Sinai South Nassau