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Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Successfully Completes First Colorectal Surgery in Mountain West with Flexible Robotic System
Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center (P/SL), led by colorectal surgeon Dr. Warren Strutt, successfully completed the first transanal surgery in the Mountain West with the Flex® Robotic System and its new 3D high-definition camera. With this advanced robotic system, Presbyterian/St. - April 26, 2018 - Presbyterian/St. Luke's Medical Center
NIFS Gears Up for Its 11th Year of Women’s Triathlon Training
Attention Ladies! The National Institute for Fitness and Sport (NIFS) Women’s Triathlon Training Program prepares you for the Go Girl Triathlon at Eagle Creek Park on August 18th. Training is every week on Tuesdays or Thursdays from 5:30-7:00pm starting Tuesdays, June 12th or Thursdays, June... - April 26, 2018 - NIFS
2018 Race for the Cure - Saturday, April 28
Saturday, April 28, 2018, is the 27th annual Central Indiana Race for the Cure. Each year thousands of Hoosiers gather to celebrate survivors, thrivers and the advances being made to end breast cancer. The event is the largest fundrasier of the year for Susan G. Komen Central Indiana. Funds raised are granted to local agencies who provide the women and men of central Indiana important breast health services. - April 25, 2018 - Susan G. Komen Central Indiana
From Homeless to Top Student Researcher at Southern Utah University
From living on the streets of Los Angeles to graduating top of his class, Donald Long, a first-generation student, says Southern Utah University gave him a second chance. After graduating from high school in New Jersey, Long joined the Air Force branch of the military from 2000 to 2004. There, he... - April 25, 2018 - Southern Utah University
The American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M) Concludes Its 26th Annual Spring Congress in Hollywood, Florida
The 26th Annual Spring Congress concluded on Saturday, April 14th at The Diplomat Beach Resort & Spa, marking over a quarter century of redefining modern medicine through advanced education surrounding precision and Anti-Aging Medicine. - April 25, 2018 - American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine
TotalABA Announces Strategic Alliance with Digital Health Forward
TotalABA, a leader in providing Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) software for helping people with autism spectrum disorders, is proud to announce a strategic alliance with Digital Health Forward. “The Digital Health Forward team has an extensive understanding of the current healthcare... - April 25, 2018 - TotalABA
Orem Based Brain Rehab Clinic is the First in the State to Offer Innovative GyroStim Neuro Therapy
Brain Rehab Clinic is excited to announce the arrival of the GyroStim. This state of the art technology is the first in the state of Utah to offer this innovative approach for treating various neurologic conditions such as: post-concussion syndrome, cerebral palsy, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis (MS), strokes and vertigo. - April 25, 2018 - Brain Rehab Clinic
PPMS and SPMS: Epidemiology and Market Forecasts to 2030 by Pharmascroll
"PPMS and SPMS: Epidemiology and Market Forecasts to 2030" reports cover in depth disease insights, epidemiology overview and markets and drug forecasts country wise till 2030. - April 25, 2018 - Pharmascroll Research and Consulting Private Limited
Superbugs! World Meningitis Day, April 24th, 2018.
World Meningitis Day is today, April 24th, 2018. According to CoMO, an alliance of world organizations in the fight against Meningitis, every year approximately 2-3 million people worldwide are affected by meningitis. Infection is by far the most common case of meningitis caused by germs, viruses,... - April 24, 2018 - Thread Dept
CURA Health Management Purchases ACO Health Partners
Acquisition Brings a MACRA Solution to Physicians with MIPS Non-Compliance Concerns - April 24, 2018 - Citra Health Solutions
Join Altima Dental at the Ontario Dental Association’s Annual Spring Meeting
Join Altima Dental on April 26 – 28, 2018 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre for the Ontario Dental Association’s Annual Spring Meeting. The meeting will include over 90 international renowned speakers and panel discussions offering valuable insights and best practices in the dental... - April 24, 2018 - Altima Dental
Helvetic Dental Clinics Budapest Was Named "Best of Budapest & Hungary" in "Health and Medical Services" Category
Budapest Week Publishing awards Helvetic Dental Clinics the "Best of Budapest & Hungary" 2017 award in the "Health and Medical Care" category. Since 1993, Budapest Week Publishing has conducted a survey of readers and business partners to determine who they find to be the... - April 24, 2018 - Helvetic Dental Clinics
Dr. Christopher Bazemore, Psy.D. Honored as a Professional of the Year for Two Consecutive Years by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Dr. Christopher Bazemore, Psy.D. of Baltimore, Maryland has been honored as a Professional of the Year for two consecutive years, 2017 and 2018, by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Dr. - April 24, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
ASAM Announces National Addiction Treatment Week (April 23-29th)
A Week Raising Awareness that Addiction is a Disease, Treatments are Available, and a Qualified Workforce is Needed to Treat Addiction. - April 24, 2018 - American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM)
Robert Andrews, Houston’s Sports Performance Coach, Launches "Champion’s Mental Edge – Turning Winners Into Champions"
The Founder & Director of The Institute of Sports Performance, releases new book with insights into how athletes reach peak performance and stay there consistently. - April 23, 2018 - Robert Andrews
PONTE HEALTH Partners with Valerie L. Greene to Make Vertical Medical City in Downtown Orlando the Top Global Destination for Stroke Recovery
Valerie Greene, a world-renowned stroke prevention and recovery expert and survivor, is the newest addition to the Vertical Medical City team. Greene, in addition to being a sought out speaker and published author, was instrumental in helping to pass the Florida Stroke Act signed into law on June 17, 2004; she will be establishing the first of her centers in Vertical Medical City in Downtown Orlando. - April 23, 2018 - PONTE HEALTH GLOBAL CORP.
Rockville In-Home Care Agency Publishes Care Guide for Maryland Residents
Comfort Home Care, a Rockville in-home care agency, published a guide for Maryland stroke care. - April 22, 2018 - Comfort Home Care
Littleton Foot and Ankle Clinic Names Raquel Litherland, DPM, AACFAS, as a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine
Dr. Litherland brings her years of experience to Littleton Foot and Ankle Clinic. As an experienced Podiatric surgeon and her years of experience in the medial field will only enhance the already excellent care we provide our patients. - April 21, 2018 - Littleton Foot and Ankle Clinic
AloeVeritas Along with PainSmarts and the GPOSO, Announce Initiation of Phase I Observational Study Evaluating AloeMD
AloeVeritas along with PainSmarts and GPOSO (Global Professional Observational Study Organization), Announce Initiation of Phase I Observational Study Evaluating AloeMD for the relief of pain without Opioids, Steroids, and NSAIDs. - April 20, 2018 - AloeMD
New Drug & Alcohol Screening Association Formed
Drug and Alcohol Industry Members Form National Association - Press Conference April 23, 2018 - 9:30am, National Press Club, 13th Floor (Zenger Room), 529 14th Street NW, Washington D.C. - April 20, 2018 - National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association
Leading CBD Manufacturer - Green Roads Partners with SweetWater 420 Fest
The 420 fest is a hot topic in all over the country, whilst Green Roads, a leading CBD manufacturer, partners with SweetWater 420 Fest for 2018. Green Roads will be official sponsor offering free CBD massages in the VIP area for entire 3 day event. There will be a Green Roads' booth for its innovative CBD products. - April 20, 2018 - Green Roads World
The Echo Group Releases EchoVantage a Visual, Innovative, and Intuitive EHR
EchoVantage Creates the Next Generation EHR for Behavioral Healthcare. - April 20, 2018 - The Echo Group
Clinical Trial Published in the International Journal of Oral Maxillofacial Implants Demonstrates Less Pain and Higher Quality Bone with Snoasis Medical's BioXclude®
Snoasis Medical, the market leader in placental tissue allografts for tissue repair and regeneration in dental-oral maxillofacial surgery, announced today the publication of the first peer-reviewed randomized controlled clinical trial of its Purion® processed de-epithelized amnion-chorion allograft membrane (BioXclude®) in the International Journal of Oral Maxillofacial Implants. - April 19, 2018 - Snoasis Medical
PA Tourette Syndrome Alliance Hosts 12th Annual TS Family Camp
“We’re All in This Together” is the theme of the 12th Annual Tourette Syndrome Family Camp June 8-10, 2018 hosted by the PA Tourette Syndrome Alliance. Scheduled to be held at Black Rock Retreat in Quarryville, PA, this yearly camp has separate tracks for children and their parents/guardians. - April 19, 2018 - PA Tourette Syndrome Alliance, Inc.
HealthCare Associates Credit Union Launches iGrad’s Enrich Financial Literacy Platform
HealthCare Associates Credit Union has partnered with iGrad to offer the Enrich™ Financial Wellness Platform to its members. - April 19, 2018 - iGrad
MedResults Network Announces Marketing Partnership with Sientra® for Its Silicone Scar Treatment BIOCORNEUM®
This week, MedResults Network is very pleased to announce a marketing partnership with Sientra, Inc., a medical aesthetics company. MedResults Network’s 3,100 members now have access to exclusive benefits with the physician’s choice for advanced scar treatment. BIOCORNEUM® is the... - April 19, 2018 - MedResults Network
Proton Therapy Advocates Underscore Need for Fair and Timely Access to Treatment for Cancer Patients During Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month
Data show proton therapy associated with fewer post-operative complications and shorter hospital stays for patients living with esophageal cancer. - April 18, 2018 - Alliance for Proton Therapy Access
OmniPACS and RemotePACS Have Merged to Deliver an Enhanced Customer Experience with New Technology and Innovation
OmniPACS and RemotePACS have merged. The original medical imaging cloud innovators have teamed up to combine their brands and operate as one organization. - April 18, 2018 - OmniPACS.com
Join the Hammond Police and Operation Kidsafe for Free Child Safety Days
Operation Kidsafe Free Child Safety Events are happening all across the U.S. and Canada. An event has been scheduled for your area. Parents get a free Amber Alert ready form. As a part of Bill Hood Ford Lincoln Safety Month, Operation Kidsafe will be in Hammond. - April 18, 2018 - Operation Kidsafe
Rest Easy Hair Clinic Announces Grand Opening of New Head Lice Education & Removal Treatment Center in Monroe, Washington
Arlington, WA Natural Head Lice Removal Clinic Announces Grand Opening of New Monroe, WA Location - April 17, 2018 - Rest Easy Hair Clinic
IDI Consulting Supports the Pittsburgh March for Babies, a March of Dimes Signature Fundraiser
IDI Consulting is pleased to announce its silver sponsorship of the Pittsburgh March for Babies, a March of Dimes event. The event is being held on April 22nd, 2018 at Heinz Field with proceeds going towards research, education and programs that will improve the health of moms and babies. The... - April 17, 2018 - IDI Consulting
Leveraging AI to Help Healthcare Marketers Detect Signals of Audience Behavior
Arteric's President and Chief Strategist Shares Case Studies and Insights. - April 16, 2018 - Arteric
iCare Home Health Wins Oakville Awards for Business Excellence
iCare Home Health granted award for Small Business of the Year. - April 16, 2018 - iCare Home Health Services Inc.
Reyna L. Gilmore, MD Honored as a Professional of the Year for Two Consecutive Years by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Reyna L. Gilmore, MD of Cincinnati, Ohio has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for two consecutive years, 2017 and 2018, by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements for 9 years in the field of healthcare. About Reyna L. - April 14, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
Applewood Our House Prepares to Open Fifth Memory Care Home
The assisted living community invites residents to feel at home again in its fifth memory care home. - April 14, 2018 - Applewood Our House
TLC Companions and Supply Recognized as the Leading Alzheimer's Home Care Provider
TLC Companions and Supply has been now recognized as the leading provider of Alzheimer's and dementia home care by providing a range of care services to the specific needs of those living with dementia and their families. - April 14, 2018 - TLC Companions and Supply
Assisted Reproductive Technology / In Vitro Fertilization (ART / IVF) Success is Lower in Young Women; Its Decline Begins Earlier Than Thought, Occurs at Increasing Rates
Previously, it was assumed that ART/IVF success in women using their fresh embryos remains stable until mid-30s before it begins to decline. But a new study of CDC data with almost half a million cycles disproves this and shows success is lower also in very young women, up to age 28, and declining thereafter. Age-driven decline begins earlier than at previously thought mid-30s and occurs at increasing rates. Infertile women older than 30 should not delay ART/IVF treatment, if it is their option. - April 13, 2018 - Stats of the ART
Proton Therapy Advocates Stress Importance of Fair and Timely Access to Care for Patients During National Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Week
Data show improved survival and fewer side effects for patients with specific head and neck cancers treated with proton therapy. - April 12, 2018 - Alliance for Proton Therapy Access
Best Association Web Site to be Named by Web Marketing Association in 22nd Annual WebAward Competition
The best association Websites in the world will be recognized as part of the 22nd annual international WebAward Competition for Web site development at the WebAward Web site. The WebAwards is the standards-defining competition that sets benchmarks for 96 industries, including association websites, based on the seven criteria of a successful Web site. - April 12, 2018 - Web Marketing Association
Absolute Pitch Releases the Secrets to Dramatically Improve Business Performance
What if every member of your organization worked together in perfect harmony? Absolute Pitch distills the secrets of creating a world-class improvement system in the form of a surprising and engaging story. Robert Blaha and Bruce Thompson uncover the secrets of improving and harmonizing systems and... - April 12, 2018 - Absolute Pitch Book
StarWind Partners with Marlin Equipment Finance in the USA-wide Equipment Financing Agreement
StarWind and Marlin Equipment Finance joined their efforts to break down the CAPEX barrier that SMB and ROBO companies often encounter on their way to virtualization. Now, customers on the territory of United States can start using StarWind HyperConverged Appliance (HCA) from the day one with a... - April 11, 2018 - StarWind
Dallas Pain Relief Company Helps Relieve the Pain of Grad School Expenses
Ted’s Brain Science Products, a startup founded by UTD neuroscientists, is helping financially struggling neuroscience students further their careers with a $3450 donation to the Larry Cauller Travel Award scholarship. Cofounder Dr. Ted Price explains, “One of the most important ways... - April 11, 2018 - Ted's Brain Science
DataPath Introduces New COBRA Materials for Innovative Employee Engagement Program
DataPath, Inc., a leading innovator of technology solutions for the healthcare benefits administration industry, has introduced a new character and new materials for its groundbreaking employee education and engagement program, The Adventures of Captain Contributor. In March 2018 at its annual... - April 11, 2018 - DataPath
Central Island Launches LGBT Program
Based on the data and statistics available, Central Island Healthcare realized that the LGBT community is extremely under served when looking for an in-patient healthcare experience. Whether seeking short term in-patient physical rehabilitation or long term skilled nursing care, all LGBT guests will benefit from what the Central Island Healthcare LGBT Program has to offer. - April 11, 2018 - Central Island Healthcare
Billions in Global Wound Product Sales, Yet Chronic Wounds Remain a Chronic Problem, Based on New Research from MedMarket Diligence
Despite the legion of products developed for wound care, from dressings to negative pressure wound therapy to bioengineered skin and growth factors, the obesity- and age-driven increase in chronic slow-healing and non-healing wounds plague healthcare systems globally. Research and routine clinical practice have advanced the science to better understand and address chronic wounds, but much work remains for research and manufacturing to impact the growing caseload. - April 10, 2018 - MedMarket Diligence, LLC
The Newest Women of Empowerment Members Honored by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) is proud to recognize their newest Women of Empowerment members who have been honored for their contributions and achievements in the many fields listed. About The New Women of Empowerment Members P.O.W.E.R. (Professional... - April 10, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Sydney Segen Writes from the Depths of PTSD to Offer True Stories, Self-Help, and Hope
"Hope After Trauma and PTSD: Making Sense of the Pain," a new book by St. Louis author Sydney Segen offers hope for people with PTSD and the people who love them. The book includes first-person true stories, insights and strategies that can help, and prompts to write your own story - an important step in recovering. Segen understands PTSD because she has PTSD. - April 10, 2018 - Sydney Segen
HCA/HealthONE’s The Medical Center of Aurora to Add Fifty Beds to Behavioral Health & Wellness Center
HCA/HealthONE’s The Medical Center of Aurora (TMCA) announced today that HCA will provide funding to add 50 new beds at their North Campus Behavioral Health and Wellness Center. This includes a focus on pediatric needs with their affiliation through Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children. The... - April 09, 2018 - The Medical Center of Aurora
ICU Nurse Educator at The Medical Center of Aurora Receives HCA Excellence in Nursing Award
Kerri Tillquist, RN, BSN Receives HCA Award for Professional Mentoring - April 09, 2018 - The Medical Center of Aurora
SMi’s Adaptive Design in Clinical Trials - 3 Days to Go
With just a few days to go the Adaptive Design in Clinical Trials, the event is taking place at the Copthorne Tara Hotel in London, with the conference on Monday, the 9th and Tuesday, the 10th April 2018 and the 2 half-day workshops on Wednesday, the 11th April 2018. - April 08, 2018 - SAE Media Group