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Integrated Clinical Trial Services Releases Podcast on Patient Recruitment
Tom Sturgis, president of Integrated Clinical Trial Services (ICTS), a firm that provides innovative and efficient patient-oriented recruitment solutions to the clinical research industry, has announced the release of a podcast discussing patient recruitment as a classic marketing problem. In the... - December 04, 2007 - Integrated Clinical Trial Services
AM Best Grants Group Benefit Services, Inc. of Springfield, MO the Designation of “Expert Insurance Service Provider”
Group Benefit Services today announced that AM Best, a worldwide insurance-rating and information agency with more than 100 years of history, grants Group Benefit Services, Inc. (GBS) the designation of “Expert Insurance Service Provider”. This year marks the third year in a row that... - December 04, 2007 - Group Benefit Services, Inc.
Healthcare Scouts 2007 Partner of the Year Awards - Human Capital & Patient Care Lauded
The Bureau of Health Professions estimates that the number of healthcare jobs will be forced to grow to nearly 14 million by 2010 to meet the increased healthcare demand as the “baby boom” generation reaches 65 years-old. “With the recent surveys illuminating the staffing problem that plagues the healthcare industry, we wanted to recognize these clients for their outstanding leadership and dedication to human capital and patient care,” states Brian Hudson, President and COO of Healthcare Scouts. - December 02, 2007 - Healthcare Scouts
Dr. Alan Nasar, Freehold, NJ, Orthopedic Surgeon Attracts Community Interest with His Public Lecture "Minimally-Invasive Treatments for Hip Pain" in Jackson, New Jersey
Freehold Orthopedic surgeon Alan S. Nasar MD attracted wide community interest with his comprehensive and engaging public lecture on “Minimally-Invasive Treatments for Hip Pain” this Tuesday, November 27, at CareOne Rehabilitation Center, Jackson, New Jersey. Dr Nasar is one of the team... - December 01, 2007 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
The Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, Freehold, NJ, Selects Award Winning Electronic Medical Records and Practice Management System
The seven practicing physicians of the recently formed Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC, Freehold, New Jersey, have selected award winning eClinicalWorks Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and Practice Management (PM) system to meet the needs of their significantly expanded practice, and enhance their focus on close doctor-patient relationships. - December 01, 2007 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Los Angeles Surgeon Offers Free Varicose Vein Ultrasound Screening During the Month of December
Educating the public on the risks of Venous Disease is the goal of this 3-day public screening. December 10-12, 2007 - December 01, 2007 - The Elite Laser Vein Center
Fig. Moves Forward Nationally with Advanced Smartlipo; “Outpatient Micro Liposuction” Already Proving Popular
Fig., the leading authority in medically supervised body shaping, today announced it will begin offering an advanced Smartlipo™ procedure at fig. medical body shaping centers. - November 30, 2007 - fig.
New State-of-the-Art Premises for the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Pond View Professional Park, Freehold, NJ, on Target for Occupancy, Summer '08
Welcome news for the physicians and staff of the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, Freehold, New Jersey, released this week; that the new Pond View Professional Park complex of professional and medical condominiums in Freehold Township, NJ, is on target for completion in the first quarter of 2008. - November 30, 2007 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Extreme Makeover, Home Edition to Feature Family Living with Eosinophilic Gastrointestinal Disorders
APFED announced today it has received confirmation of the airing of Extreme Makeover, Home Edition, which will feature the Stockdale family from Middleton, Idaho with children living with Eosinophilic Gastrointestinal Disorders. The show will air on ABC on December 2, 2007. - November 29, 2007 - APFED
Vaginal Laser Surgery to Enhance Muscle Tone, Strength & Control
Vaginal Rejuvenation, tightening of the vaginal muscles, or Vaginoplasty is an increasingly popular procedure. Dr. Shuell performs the Laser Vaginal Reconstruction on an outpatient basis in less than two hours. - November 29, 2007 - Body Sculpting Center
Atlas Experts to Share Key Strategies at National Ergonomics Conference
Atlas Ergonomics, LLC, specialists in reducing work-related injuries and related costs, will share findings from applied research and intervention in office and healthcare ergonomics at the National Ergonomics Conference and Exposition, November 27 through 30, 2007 in Las Vegas. On Thursday,... - November 28, 2007 - Atlas Ergonomics, LLC
Therapeutic Tutoring in Boca Raton Helps Children with Learning Disabilities and Mental Illness Close the Learning Gap
Children with special learning needs have a therapeutic option in place to help them exceed. - November 28, 2007 - Nikki Woller, LCSW, CFLE
"Awake" the Movie Highlights the Need for "Goldilocks" Anesthesia, Says Dr. Barry L. Friedberg
In the well-known fairy tale, Goldilocks finds Poppa bear's porridge too hot, Mama bear's porridge too cold, but Baby bear's porridge just right. ‘Goldilocks’ anesthesia alludes to minimally invasive anesthesia(MIA)® wherein patients are neither over-anesthetized nor under-anesthetized but 'just right.' - November 27, 2007 - Barry L. Friedberg, M.D., Cosmetic Surgery Anesthesia
Somnia Announces "The Five Rules for Choosing the Right Anesthesia Management Company" Written by Pres & CEO Marc E. Koch, MD, MBA and Exec VP & CMO Robert Goldstein, MD
Executive Healthcare Management recently published an editorial featuring the expertise of Marc E. Koch, MD, MBA, President & CEO, Somnia Inc. and Robert Goldstein, MD, Executive Vice President & Chief Medical Officer, Somnia Inc. Excerpt from "The five rules for choosing the right... - November 27, 2007 - Somnia Inc.
Service Animals Help Children with Mental Health Problems
Service animals are used in a variety of manners. Kellie, a seven pound maltichon, helps her six year old human friend who lives with bipolar illness manage her day. - November 27, 2007 - Nikki Woller, LCSW, CFLE
Smart Lipo Laser Liposuction Procedure Live UStreamed by Popular Blogger
Popular Blogger Live Ustreams her Smart Lipo Procedure by Dr. John Bergeron in Houston TX. - November 23, 2007 - SmartLipoTopDocs.com
Public Lecture by Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Alan Nasar, Freehold, NJ, on the Science Behind the Zimmer® Gender Solutions™ Knee Draws Responsive Audience to Centrastate
At the CentraState Healthcare Center in Freehold, Tuesday, November 13, Dr. Alan Nasar presented the latest in the popular series of free public lectures being offered by the team of joint replacement orthopedic specialists from the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, New Jersey. In the well attended lecture starting at 7.30pm, entitled “The Female Knee Replacement.” Dr. Nasar explained the science behind the Zimmer® Gender Solutions™ Knee. - November 23, 2007 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Dr. Jess Barr Desbrow, DC - A Unique and Thoughtful Business Launch
Jess Barr Desbrow is about to enter the saturated professional world of Chiropractic in beautiful Portland, Oregon. She is also nearing a time when she would like to start a family. Not unlike many women out there, she has trained for many years for a rewarding profession, yet aches to find a balance with motherhood. She describes her thought process, options, and final thoughtful choice on her upcoming business launch. - November 22, 2007 - Growing Care Chiropractic, Craniosacral and Massage
Healthcare Scouts Gives at Thanksgiving
Healthcare Scouts is pleased to support organizations like the Greater Orlando Food Outreach and the Compassion Outreach Center. The goal of this organization is to help battle hunger and poverty in Central Florida, by providing food, and other resources and tools to help families struggling with... - November 22, 2007 - Healthcare Scouts
South Shore Caregiver Collaborative to Hold "Creating Balance & Relaxation" Presentation for Caregivers on November 29
Caregivers can learn techniques to create balance and find peace this holiday season during the “Creating Balance & Relaxation” presentation offered by South Shore Caregiver Collaborative. - November 21, 2007 - South Shore Elder Services
Monroe Township Seniors Welcome Lecture by Dr Alan Nasar, Joint Replacement Surgeon at the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, NJ
“Painful Conditions of the Hip” was the very topical subject of the welcomed and well-attended lecture to senior citizens of Monroe Township, Middlesex County, NJ, on Thursday, November 15. The lecture was presented by Dr. Alan Nasar, a fellowship-trained joint replacement orthopedic surgeon at the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, New Jersey, and given at the Monroe Township Senior Center. - November 21, 2007 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Education Center Incorporates Evidence-Based Practices Within Anger Management Classes
Daybreak Counseling Service, the leader in anger management education and anger management classes moves to incorporate evidence-based practices within its anger management course curriculum. A growing amount of literature confirms that in addition to targeting specified behaviors such as... - November 20, 2007 - Daybreak Counseling Service
Protech Sports Medicine Offers Rx for Stilettos - Sculptra ® Injections Creates Pillows for the Feet
It's a fact: Women love their high-end, high heel designer shoes. And while high heels are sexy and gorgeous, they make women around the world scream, “My feet are killing me” after a few hours of wear. Regardless, the fact remains; women love their shoes and will subject themselves to... - November 20, 2007 - Protech Sports Medicine
Freehold, NJ, Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Alan Nasar Presents the Next Free Public Lecture by the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, Tuesday, 13 November
“The Female Knee Replacement” is the topic of the public lecture to be presented by Dr. Alan Nasar next Tuesday, November 13, from 7.30 to 8.30pm at the CentraState Healthcare Center in Freehold, New Jersey. This popular series of lectures is offered by the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold. Dr. Nasar will discuss the science behind the Zimmer® Gender Solutions™ Knee, the first and only knee replacement shaped to fit a woman's anatomy. - November 19, 2007 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
New Jersey Cosmetic Dentist Launches New Website
Christopher J. Connolly, DMD PA launches new Family Dentistry website. - November 17, 2007 - Connolly Cosmetic & Family Dentistry
Fig. Brings Innovative Medical Body Shaping Solutions to Ohio; New Fig. Center to Help Columbus Residents Achieve Their Beautiful Shapes
Fig., the leading authority in medically supervised body shaping, today announced plans for the newest center in Dublin, Ohio. The new location will offer the latest medical technologies, services and procedures to help patients achieve their ideal body shapes. - November 16, 2007 - fig.
SmartLipoTopDocs.com Features Houston Doctor John Bergeron MD
SmartLipoTopDocs.com features Dr. John Bergeron on their website as the "top doc" for SmartLipo in the Houston, Texas area. - November 16, 2007 - SmartLipoTopDocs.com
"Donde West Death Highlights Unnecessary Risk of General Anesthesia for Cosmetic Surgery," Asserts Dr. Friedberg
In 2004, Olivia Goldsmith, author of the First Wives’ Club, died during cosmetic surgery. More recently, Dr. Donde West, mother of rapper Kanye West, died following cosmetic surgery. “Aside from post-mastectomy reconstruction, there are no medical reasons for cosmetic surgery. Therefore, no avoidable anesthesia risks, like those associated with general anesthesia, are acceptable,” claims Dr. Barry L. Friedberg. - November 15, 2007 - Barry L. Friedberg, M.D., Cosmetic Surgery Anesthesia
Blue Ridge Acupuncture to Donate Entire Day of Treatment to Local Charity, Wine to Water
Blue Ridge Acupuncture and Herb Center will be holding a charity day in its office on Shadowline Drive, for Wine to Water on December 5th, 2007. Wine to Water provides clean water facilities, education and training to people in emerging nations around the world. - November 13, 2007 - Blue Ridge Acupuncture & Herb Center
Dr. Lisa Roberts to Participate in AAGL Global Congress
Gynecology and Laparoscopic Surgeons, P.C. (www.glsi.info), has announced that Dr. Lisa Roberts, the practice’s owner, is participating in the 36th Global Congress of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, sponsored by the AAGL (formerly the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists). The... - November 13, 2007 - Gynecology and Laparoscopic Surgeons, P.C.
South Shore Elder Services & the Family Caregiver Support Program to Hold Caregiver 101 Series in November & December
South Shore Elder Services will hold free “Caregiving 101” programs on November 14th and December 5th, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at their offices at 159 Bay State Drive in Braintree. “Caregiver 101” provides information on community resources, support and respite services... - November 13, 2007 - South Shore Elder Services
South Shore Skin Center Announces “Paperless” Practice
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 gone “paperless” and integrated an Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system. - November 13, 2007 - South Shore Skin Center
Hypnosis and the Great American Smoke-Out
Positive Changes Hypnosis Center Chicago has been invited by the American Cancer Society, North Shore Region to help Lifesource Blood Service employees kick the smoking habit on November 15, 2007 as part of The Great American Smoke-Out. Positive Changes Chicago co-owner Karen Hand will discuss... - November 09, 2007 - Positive Changes Chicago
Atlas Ergonomics Announces New Regional Service Providers
Atlas Ergonomics, LLC announced today that it has further expanded its ability to offer results-based ergonomics assistance to employers in North America. Uniquely, Atlas works with a nationwide network of physical and occupational therapists and ergonomists to reduce work-related injuries among... - November 09, 2007 - Atlas Ergonomics, LLC
Drug and Alcohol Rehab Center Opens in New Mexico
Desert Oasis Recovery of New Mexico Announces the opening of their drug and alcohol rehab center. - November 04, 2007 - Desert Oasis Recovery
Freehold NJ Orthopedic Surgeon Gets Great Response to the Second in a of Series of Public Lectures on Advanced Joint Replacement Techniques
Freehold, NJ Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Manuel Banzon received a great response to the second in a series of public lectures on advanced joint replacement techniques being offered at the CentraState Healthcare Center by the team of board-certified orthopedic surgeons from the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute. Dr Banzon introduced a responsive and participative audience to the minimally–invasive, two-incision, total hip replacement surgery now offered in the local community. - November 03, 2007 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Raleigh NC Spa Provides Secret to a Relaxing Spa Experience
Raleigh NC Spa, Blue Water Spa, Voted Best Spa in America provides the secret to a relaxing spa experience. Spa treatments should be relaxing and pressure free. Raleigh Spa Expert Kile Law provides information to consumers that will ensure a peaceful and relaxing spa experience. - November 02, 2007 - Blue Water Spa / Michael Law MD
Shroff Eye Hospital, Mumbai, Brings to India the World's Safest and Fastest Laser Eye Treatment
Introducing the Safest and Fastest Eye Laser of the World for freedom from spectacles and contact lens, using the Wavelight Concerto 500 Hz Laser system which is designed to occupy a novel niche market of luxury excimer laser technology, has been launched at Shroff Eye Hospital in Mumbai. The... - November 02, 2007 - Shroff Eye Hospital
Marketing a Chiropractic Healthcare Practice Easier with ZYTO Technology
Chiropractors using the latest biotechnology from ZYTO Corp. report success in the growth of their practice and a better ability to assess the needs of their patients. - November 01, 2007 - Zyto Corp.
Health Support Systems Announces Launch of a Free Online Disease Management Portal
Health Support Systems provides an interactive tool for managing diabetes through self-monitoring and qualitative analysis. Users can track health parameters, monitor improvements, analyze risk, create their own parameters and trackers and collaborate with care givers. - November 01, 2007 - Health Support Systems, Inc
Team Up Now to "Stroll the Mall for Meals on Wheels" and Raise Money for Meals for Homebound Elders
It’s time to team up and collect pledges for South Shore Elder Services’ annual “Stroll the Mall for Meals on Wheels” walkathon. - October 31, 2007 - South Shore Elder Services
New Cable TV Production Features Freehold Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Alan Nasar
CentraState HealthWatch will begin airing on Comcast Channel 190 at 2:30pm every Sunday beginning this week in Monmouth, Ocean and Middlesex counties, New Jersey. Dr. Alan Nasar will discuss advances in joint replacement surgery, pain management and physical therapy with host Gary Gellman. - October 30, 2007 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Freehold NJ Orthopedic Surgeon Gets Great Public Response to Lecture on Total Knee Replacement Options
Dr. Manuel Banzon welcomed the public to an important lecture in Freehold Wednesday October 17. In one of a series of free lectures currently being offered at the CentraState Medical Center, he outlined the new high-tech approach to total knee replacement used at the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute. - October 27, 2007 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Phone Counseling Connects People with Help Fast
Recent breakthroughs in phone counseling services have jump-started a new market that is safe, private, and professional. Counselors and therapists are now available by phone or chat to take calls 24/7 from anywhere in the US, and consumers can view and leave ratings for the practitioners as well. - October 25, 2007 - Phone Counseling.org
Epidemic of Anesthesia Overdosing… How Can You Avoid It?
“Most patients tolerate their anesthetic experience despite the care they receive rather than because of it,” claims Dr. Barry Friedberg, holder of the trademark “minimally invasive anesthesia (MIA).®” - October 23, 2007 - Barry L. Friedberg, M.D., Cosmetic Surgery Anesthesia
Atlas Ergonomics Brings Interstate Distributors Fast, Significant Decrease in Driver Claims, Discomfort
Within 9 months of working with drivers, Workers' Compensation claims dropped 22% and severe driver discomfort was cut by nearly half, according to Interstate Distributor Company of Tacoma WA and Atlas Ergonomics of Grand Haven MI. The process started one year ago, when Interstate and Atlas began... - October 21, 2007 - Atlas Ergonomics, LLC
Author Ahead of the Pack with Health Info
Forget the Cures, Find the Cause, Book II, by Rayna Gangi has the information your newspaper and television headlines will have months from now. - October 20, 2007 - Earthwalk-USA
Healthcare Scouts Will Sponsor the 31st Annual ASRT Conference in Los Angeles, California October 28-30
Healthcare Scouts will sponsor the 31st Annual ASRT conference in Los Angeles, California, October 28-30. The partnership with the ASRT provides a unique opportunity for Healthcare Scouts to further support the radiology profession. The mission of the American Society of Radiologic Technologists is... - October 20, 2007 - Healthcare Scouts
Healthcare Scouts Sister Company Awarded Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Company
Healthcare Scouts sister company, Healthcare Support Staffing, was awarded the Inc. 500 fastest growing company award presented annually by Inc. Magazine. Three year revenue growth for the company was 764.3%. According to CEO Don Langmo, “We realized there was a void of quality, healthcare... - October 18, 2007 - Healthcare Scouts
Now They Are Fixing Anorexia and Bulimia with CBT on Spain’s, Costa Del Sol
A small British clinic in Southern Spain is rapidly acquiring a reputation for its success in treating individuals suffering with anorexia and bulimia. There CBT based approach is highly focused and designed to ensure that they always treat the cause rather than the symptom of the problem: - October 14, 2007 - The Elite Clinic