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Dr. Alan Nasar of AOSMI in Monroe Township, N.J., Speaks on How Technology is Driving Surgery at Freehold Borough High School's Career Day
Dr. Alan Nasar, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon at Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute (AOSMI), Freehold and Monroe townships, N.J., presented an interactive video program during Career Day at Freehold Borough High School for students enrolled in the school’s Medical Science Program. - March 19, 2011 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Physicians Sports and Injury Center Introduces New Massage Therapist and Elastin Infusion Therapy Treatment Practitioner
Physicians Sports and Injury Center, a Westmont-based health care center dedicated to providing the highest quality of chiropractic, health and wellness, and rehabilitative medical care, has named Annette Wehrend as a massage therapist and exclusive practitioner to administer elastin infusion... - March 19, 2011 - Physicians Sports and Injury Center
Physicians Sports and Injury Center Recommends Boosting Immune System to Prevent Illnesses
Regardless of the time of year, the most important way to protect against coughs, colds and viruses is to boost the immune system. Consider that a strengthened immune system can also decrease one's risk of acquiring allergies, cancers, infections, and certain immunodeficiency disorders, according... - March 19, 2011 - Physicians Sports and Injury Center
Physicians Sports and Injury Center Recommends Proper Nutrition, Exercise While at Work
Your job can be a hard taskmaster, especially on the body. Think for a moment about what most work day schedules require of us, particularly sedentary vocations: For several hours a day, you remain in a seated position, refraining from full flexion of motion or stretching of muscles, joints and... - March 19, 2011 - Physicians Sports and Injury Center
New Braunfels Employee Wins Bi-State Award
Cherise Farmer, employee of Hope Hospice in New Braunfels, TX, wins the Texas-New Mexico Hospice Organization's Employee of the Year award. - March 19, 2011 - Hope Hospice
Naperville Clinical Services Launches Support Group for Mothers Suffering from Postpartum Depression
Bringing a new baby into the family can be a joyous, exhilarating time. But for some women, the experience can be stressful and overwhelming, leading to symptoms of postpartum depression—a debilitating condition suffered by up to 15 percent of mothers who have recently given birth. Unlike... - March 19, 2011 - Naperville Clinical Services
Naperville Clinical Services Adds Psychologist to Staff
Naperville Clinical Service—a group practice in Naperville dedicated to providing high quality therapy to individuals, couples and families throughout the western suburbs—has added a new licensed clinical psychologist to its staff: Joel D. Carnazzo, Psy.D. Dr. Carnazzo provides... - March 19, 2011 - Naperville Clinical Services
Naperville Clinical Services Launches Social Skill-Building Group for Middle School-Aged Boys
Boys, they say, will be boys. And that can be a big problem by the time they get to middle school, say the experts. But it isn’t rambunctious or mischievous behavior that's the issue. Instead, a bigger problem for many sixth- to eighth-grade boys is something that society in general has long... - March 19, 2011 - Naperville Clinical Services
Naperville Clinical Services Helps Athletes and Teams Improve Scores, Times
Sometimes a coach’s halftime pep talk isn’t enough. And a personal trainer shouting clichéd inspirational slogans at you doesn’t always work, either. The truth is, even the most accomplished athletes can often fall short of their aspirations to succeed on any given day due... - March 19, 2011 - Naperville Clinical Services
The Institute for Rapid Resolution Therapy Partners with the University of Portland and Manatee Glens for PTSD Research Study
The Institute for Rapid Resolution Therapy has partnered with the University of Portland and Manatee Glens to conduct a research study to scientifically demonstrate the effectiveness of Rapid Resolution Therapy™ (RRT) for the treatment of trauma patients, specifically those suffering from... - March 19, 2011 - The Institute for Rapid Resolution Therapy
The Pros Have Spoken; Chiropractic Care Helps Members of the Philadelphia Eagles, Flyers, and Soul Maximize Their Performance On and Off the Field
Dr. Frank Brady Team Chiropractor for the Philadelphia Eagles, Flyers, and Soul is Now Seeing Patients in the Great Valley Corporate Center in Malvern, PA - March 18, 2011 - Fieldhouse Wellness Center
The Patient’s Choice Award Goes to Rocky Mountain Fertility’s Very Own Dr. Deborah Smith
Rocky Mountain Fertility patients recognized Dr. Deborah Smith with a Patient’s Choice Award. Rave reviews and high praise from patient comments on Vitals.com has Dr. Smith considered a top doctor in her field and a patient favorite. “The most important recognition comes from our... - March 18, 2011 - Rocky Mountain Fertility
Workplace Eye Wellness: McCaa Focuses on Refractive Solutions
Workplace Eye Wellness Month focuses on widespread refractive vision problems, or the eyes' inability to focus – which can be corrected. Nationally noted LASIK laser vision correction expert Connie McCaa explains such eye problems can be corrected with eyeglasses, contact lens, LASIK (a refractive surgery) or lens implants. - March 18, 2011 - Connie McCaa, MD, PhD
American Student Dental Association Presents Dr. Arthur Dugoni with First-Ever Paragon Award
The American Student Dental Association announced its first-ever recipient of the ASDA Paragon Award. Dr. Arthur A. Dugoni, dean emeritus, professor of orthodontic and senior executive of development, University of Pacific Dental School, was presented the Association’s highest honor at the ASDA Annual Session on March 3 in Anaheim, CA. - March 18, 2011 - American Student Dental Association
BodyLogicMD Doctors Reveal the Many Benefits of Vitamin D: the Most Valuable Hormone
Are you getting enough vitamin D? You might be surprised by how much you really need and just how beneficial this hormone-like vitamin actually is. BodyLogicMD physicians recommend that you talk to your doctor to make sure you’re getting the vitamin D you need to keep your body strong and... - March 17, 2011 - BodyLogicMD
Doctor's Offices: New Option in Patient Communication with Newsletter
New Company Offers Custom Newsletter Sent by Doctors to Increase Health Literacy in Their Patients - March 17, 2011 - eHealthPartner
Easy Auscultation Expands Sound Builder for Heart Sounds
MedEdu, LLC (www.easyauscultation.com) is pleased to announce that it has tripled the number of heart sound auscultation lessons with Sound Builder technology. Sound Builder is a method of decomposing heart sounds into it key components: the first heart sound (S1), systole, the second heart sound... - March 17, 2011 - MedEdu, LLC
7 Day Dental Celebrates the Launch of Its New Laguna Woods Website
Dr. Christine Chung of 7 Day Dental has just released the new website for the Laguna Woods location. The website is at YourLagunaDentist.com. - March 17, 2011 - 7 Day Dental
Doctors Express of Centennial Launches iTriage App to Give Mobile Users Greater Access to Medical Information
Patients have convenient, on-the-go access to symptom, disease and provider information in the palm of their hands with the free iTriage smartphone app - March 17, 2011 - iTriage, LLC
National Poison Prevention Week March 20-26, 2011 - Wisconsin Pediatricians Provide Guidance for Parents and Caregivers
In recognition of National Poison Prevention Week, the Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics offers guidelines on poison prevention, and what to do should the child in your life become poisoned. Statistics show that children are the most likely to become poisoned, and that poisonous items are most often found in our homes. - March 17, 2011 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
Blue Springs Dental Practice Partners with Community Services League
Foster Dental Care to donate $3,000 to the Blue Springs location - March 17, 2011 - Foster Dental Care
Jennifer Spencer, Psy.D., Joins Team at Naperville Clinical Services
Jennifer Spencer, Psy.D., a licensed clinical psychologist, has joined the team of clinicians at Naperville Clinical Service - a group practice in Naperville dedicated to providing high quality therapy to individuals, couples and families throughout the western suburbs. Dr. Spencer provides... - March 17, 2011 - Naperville Clinical Services
Visiting Physicians Association Diagnostic Services Receives Accreditation by ICAVL
Intersocietal Commission for the Accreditation of Vascular Laboratories (ICAVL) recognizes VPA Diagnostic Services for its commitment to providing a high level of patient care and quality testing for the diagnosis of vascular disease. - March 17, 2011 - Visiting Physicians Association
Caregiverlist.com's New Service Connects Senior Caregivers with Professional Caregiving Jobs as the Nation's Only Career Center for Professional Caregivers
As the U.S. population ages and seniors choose to remain in their own home as they age, more than 2,000 senior home care agencies have opened their doors in the last decade. To assist with educating consumers about the many job openings with these professional senior care companies and to assist companies to keep up with staffing needs, Caregiverlist.com provides a Professional Caregiver Career Center which companies rely on to hire new caregivers weekly. - March 16, 2011 - Caregiverlist, Inc.
Laser Spine Institute Senior Director Medical Ops Clinical Quality and Compliance to Present at AORN
Valerie Maxam-Moore, RN, MN to Offer Insights on Benchmarking, Infection Control and Supply Cost Reduction - March 16, 2011 - Laser Spine Institute
The New Website for 7 Day Dental Anaheim Finally Unveiled
7 Day Dental in Anaheim, CA has recently unveiled its new website. Your Anaheim dentist at 7DayDentalAnaheim.com offers testimonials, a smile gallery, patient forms, as well as the ability to schedule an appointment completely online. - March 16, 2011 - Your Anaheim Dentist
CPEhr Announces 2011 Health Insurance Renewal Rates 10 Percent Below Regional Average
Los Angeles Human Resources firm CPEhr announces 2011 HMO group insurance premiums substantially below regional average - March 15, 2011 - CPE HR, Inc.
Delivering a Potent Cancer Drug in Its Prodrug Form with Nanoparticles Can Prevent Side Effects
The new nanoparticle also treats tumors more effectively than the unadorned drug, in mice. - March 14, 2011 - Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Considering Your Safety in Extreme Cold Weather
Tips for avoid cold weather ailments. - March 14, 2011 - Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Mindful Wellness Expert and Cancer Coach Hueina Su Invited as Keynote Speaker at Breast Cancer Care Summit
Certified Life coach and mindful wellness expert Hueina Su is invited as the keynote speaker at “Sailing Through Your Breast Cancer Journey” summit on Saturday March 18, 2011 at 11 am. - March 14, 2011 - Beyond Horizon Coaching
Vail Dermatology Announces Free Information Session on Fat Freezing Technology
Vail Dermatology to host information session in Aspen, Colo. on March 16, 2011. - March 14, 2011 - Vail Dermatology-Skin
Bruce Hyde, M.D. Joins Visiting Physicians Association® House Call Practice in Kalamazoo
Visiting Physicians Association® (“VPA®”, www.visitingphysicians.com) announced the addition of Bruce Hyde, M.D. to its Kalamazoo office located at 2725 Airview Blvd. (Suite 105) in Portage. The Kalamazoo office covers Allegan, Barry, Berrien, Branch, Calhoun, Cass, Kalamazoo,... - March 13, 2011 - Visiting Physicians Association
OC Spinal Decompression Provides Tips to a Healthier Back and Spine
The Irvine Family Health and Spinal Decompression Center, which offers the revolutionary DRX9000 spinal decompression therapy, recently offered a series of neck and back pain tips on its website at OCSpinalDecompression.com. Among the tips are those for reducing stress that may have bled over from the holidays and everyday stress that can leave most people in more pain than is necessary. - March 12, 2011 - OC SpinalDecompression
Memorial University Medical Center Places on Honor Roll
Memorial University Medical Center in Savannah has been named to the Georgia Hospital Association’s (GHA) Partnership for Health and Accountability (PHA) Quality Honor Roll. Memorial is one of 62 hospitals in Georgia to be placed in the Presidential category, one of the highest on the list. - March 12, 2011 - Memorial Health
Christina Pratt Talks to Martha Lucier About “Healing Into Peace” on March 15 “Why Shamanism Now?”
On her radio show "Why Shamanism Now? A Practical Path to Authenticity”, teacher, author, and founder of the Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing Christina Pratt welcomes shamanic teacher Martha Lucier as part of series featuring guests from the Society of Shamanic Practitioners. Pratt and Lucier talk about the connections between our planet and ourselves, and how this connection can help promote peace. - March 12, 2011 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
Center for Chiropractic & Wellness Names New Massage Therapist
David Handel Joins North Raleigh Chiropractic Center as Resident Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist. - March 11, 2011 - Center for Chiropractic & Wellness, PLLC
Local Scottsdale Chiropractor Launches Medical Integration for a Whole Health Approach
Dr. Adam V Downs of Scottsdale, AZ decided medical integration complimented his chiropractic care well. He continues to expand his ability to treat a wide array of patients and problems. - March 10, 2011 - Mountain Vista Health Center
Doctors Express – San Diego Partners with iTriage to Connect with Mobile Consumers
Patients now have immediate, on-the-go access to symptom, disease, medical procedures and provider information with free smartphone application. - March 10, 2011 - iTriage, LLC
Walden Behavioral Care Appoints Henritze CFO
Experienced CFO Joins Leading Hospital for Treating Eating Disorders - March 10, 2011 - Walden Behavioral Care
Four Pillars Acupuncture Brings Pain Relief to Temecula, CA
Michael Padilla, L.Ac. has opened a new Four Pillars Acupuncture office in Temecula, CA in association with Dr. Donald C. Myren and Temecula Valley Chiropractic. - March 10, 2011 - Four Pillars Acupuncture
BodyLogicMD Physicians Promote Healthy Sleep Habits for Sleep Awareness Week
Little Rock Bioidentical Hormones Expert Explains How to Get a Good Night’s Sleep - March 09, 2011 - BodyLogicMD
BodyLogicMD Forges Alliance with Metametrix Clinical Laboratory
Bioidentical Hormone Doctors Partner with Global Leaders in Nutritional, Toxicity Testing - March 09, 2011 - BodyLogicMD
Online Counseling Website Launches
UK-based Dolphin Hypnotherapy Practice offers global counselling service to help clients across the world - March 08, 2011 - OnlineCounseling.org.uk
Mindful Wellness Coaching and Stress Management Program Helps Cancer Patients and Survivors Recover from Cancer Treatment
Cancer patients and survivors at Sparta Cancer Center found emotional support, learned self-care and life skills, and experienced faster healing and recovery from the wellness coaching and stress management program offered by certified life coach and mindful wellness expert Hueina Su. - March 08, 2011 - Beyond Horizon Coaching
"Energy Drinks" May Pose Health Risks: Wisconsin Pediatricians Urge Caution
The Wisconsin Chapter of the American of Pediatrics (WIAAP), in response to the results of a recent study, expresses its concern over increasing consumption of so-called "energy drinks" by adolescents. Lack of evidence that these products offer any health benefits and in fact may pose serious risks to children with pre-existing conditions illustrates the need for parents and caregivers to monitor their use. - March 08, 2011 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
Dharamshila Cancer Hospital in India Sets New Benchmark in Providing Innovative Third Generation Vmat Radiation Technology
Delhi’s first, Third Generation Vmat Radiation Technology is now available for Imrt, Igrt, Srs, Srt and Sbrt with Arc Therapy at Dharamshila Hospital And Research Centre for cancer treatment in India. - March 08, 2011 - Dharamshila Hospital and Research Centre
Oakmont Senior Living Selects Integral Senior Living to Manage Key Property in Concord
Oakmont Senior Living, a recognized leader in the retirement industry, has selected Integral Senior Living (ISL), a well-respected senior living community management company, to manage one of its key properties, Montecito, in Concord. “Oakmont Senior Living is dedicated to exemplary service... - March 07, 2011 - Oakmont Senior Living
Oakmont Senior Living Selects Integral Senior Living to Manage Key Southern California Property
Oakmont Senior Living, a recognized leader in the retirement industry, has selected Integral Senior Living (ISL), a well-respected senior living community management company, to manage one of its key properties, Oakmont of Escondido Hills in Escondido. “Oakmont Senior Living is dedicated to... - March 07, 2011 - Oakmont Senior Living
Lenair Healing Foundation Announces Support for Small Nonprofits Through Innovative Fundraising Vehicle
Nonprofits that participate with the Lenair Healing Foundation must be able to accept tax-deductible donations and need only communicate to their current members and announce the event. - March 06, 2011 - The Lenair Self(s) Healing Center, Inc
Delray Center for Healing Launches Outpatient Detox Program
The Pheonix living program provides full time structure and monitoring, with clients spending the day receiving therapeutic services at the Delray Center then retiring to the very comfortable therapeutic residence in the evening. These programs are designed to flow seamlessly into lower intensity relapse prevention aftercare programs, to provide solid continuity of care. Delray Center clients that have completed any of these comprehensive programs have by far the highest success rates. - March 06, 2011 - Delray Center