Medical & Health News
Maintain a healthy dose of the latest news on the medical and health industry. From addiction, allergies and alternative medicine to healthcare management, insurance, plastic surgery and veterinary medicine, don’t miss out on the most recent medical and health announcements.
Celebrating Independence for Disabled Citizens on July 4th
LaunchAbility kicks off their "Independence" fundraising campaign to help intellectually developmentally and disabled (IDD) adults find their own independence through assisting them find jobs fitting their unique skills. - June 30, 2017 - LaunchAbility
Care Compare Pty Ltd Launches New Consumer Focused Website Comparemycare.com.au
The latest healthcare revolution has begun with the launch of comparemycare.com.au, a new Australian website where consumers can find, and compare, local care service providers. Comparemycare.com.au offers an extensive list of residential aged care, home and child care providers, including disability and private carers, and is completely free for consumers. Care Compare is an independent company, which allows consumers to make real comparisons to meet their personal care needs. - June 29, 2017 - Care Compare Pty Ltd
World Congress Announces Speakers for the 2017 Patient Services Compliance Summit
World Congress has announced the speaker line-up for the 2017 Patient Services Compliance Summit, to be held July 24-25, 2017, in Philadelphia, PA. Join them to develop compliant procedures and mitigate risk while competing in the healthcare landscape. - June 29, 2017 - World Congress
Sandoz Head of US Regulatory Affairs Explores New FDA Biosimilar Interchangeability Guidelines
SMi Group has announced that Dr Cindy Cao, Executive Director and Head of US Regulatory Affairs for Biopharmaceuticals at Sandoz has joined the speaker panel for the 4th Biosimilars North America, which takes place on November 15 & 16, 2017. Earlier this year, the FDA released a... - June 29, 2017 - SAE Media Group
Worried About That New Healthcare Plan? Canada’s Got You Covered - Literally. Leave Your Woes Behind; Northwestern Ontario is Waiting for You.
Politics got you down? Or maybe you’re just looking for a superior lifestyle with affordable housing, unlimited access to nature and free healthcare? Northwestern Ontario in Canada invites you to find a new home here. Remember during the 2016 Election Night when the search “how to move... - June 28, 2017 - MovetoNWOntario.ca
The Sloane Clinic™ Launches the Latest Advancement in Cosmetic Thread-Lifts, Infinity InstaLift
The Sloane Clinic™, a leading chain of medical aesthetic clinics in Singapore and Malaysia providing advanced aesthetic dermatology and cosmetic solutions has launched Infinity InstaLift, the latest non-surgical facelift technique. - June 28, 2017 - The Sloane Clinic
HealthPoint Plus, Inc. Announces the Opening of a Regional Sales & Marketing office in Florida
HealthPoint Plus continues to expand its operations by opening up a Regional Sales and Marketing office in Celebration, Florida. The operations in Florida will be managed by Nicholas Cammarata and Jeannine Peeke. - June 28, 2017 - HealthPoint Plus, Inc.
The Medical Center of Aurora Names New Associate Chief Nursing Officer
HCA/HealthONE’s The Medical Center of Aurora (TMCA) announced the promotion of Angie Voigt, MBA, BSN RN, CNML, NEA-BC, to Associate Chief Nursing Officer (ACNO). Her new role is effective immediately. Voigt arrived at TMCA in 2012 as the Manager of Inpatient Cardiovascular Services. She was... - June 28, 2017 - The Medical Center of Aurora
Improving the Patient Experience by Engaging Front-Line Staff in a System-Wide Action Plan Focus of July 27, 2017 Webinar
UnityPoint Health—Des Moines will share its system-wide, data-driven approach to improving the patient experience that empowers front-line staff to own the process during a July 27, 2017 webcast sponsored by the Healthcare Intelligence Network. - June 28, 2017 - Healthcare Intelligence Network
Final Agenda Announced for the 4th Annual Specialty Network Design & Channel Optimization Summit
World Congress has announced the final agenda for the 4th Annual Specialty Network Design and Channel Optimization Summit. - June 28, 2017 - World Congress
The Sloane Clinic™ Launches 3D Nose Lift; the Latest Non-Surgical Nasal Beautification Technique to Enhance the Nose
The Sloane Clinic™, a leading chain of medical aesthetic clinics in Singapore and Malaysia providing advanced aesthetic dermatology and cosmetic solutions has launched 3D Nose Lift, the latest non-surgical nasal beautification technique to achieving the ideal nose. Researchers have... - June 27, 2017 - The Sloane Clinic
American Receivable Corporation Reaches One Hundred National Bank Relationships
American Receivable Corporation is proud to announce over one hundred bank relationships nationwide. Over the last 38 years, American Receivable has paved the way for bankers and factoring companies to work together to strengthening the cash flow and success of small to medium businesses. In the... - June 27, 2017 - American Receivable Corporation
Southwestern Hearing Centers Named One of the Greatest Workplaces in St. Louis, Again
Southwestern Hearing Centers was awarded a Top Workplaces honor for the second consecutive year. - June 27, 2017 - Southwestern Hearing Centers
TriMedx Acclaimed Among Achievers 50 Most Engaged Workplaces(TM) in North America
TriMedx today announced its recognition as one of the Achievers 50 most Engaged Workplaces™ in North America. The annual award, issued by Achievers, an industry leading provider of employee recognition and engagement solutions, commends top employers that display leadership and innovation in... - June 27, 2017 - TriMedx
Iesha A. Wright Honored as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Iesha A. Wright of Stone Mountain, Georgia has been honored as a Professional of the Year for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Iesha A. Wright Ms. Wright has over 3 years experience in... - June 27, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
World Congress Announces Final Agenda for the 4th Annual Patient Support Services and HUB Design Summit
World Congress has released the final agenda for the 2017 Patient Support Services and HUB Design Summit. The conference will take place from July 24-25, 2017, in Philadelphia, PA. - June 27, 2017 - World Congress
EMU Surgical Center Appoints John Kim, MD Medical Director
EMU Surgical Center is pleased to announce the appointment of John Kim, MD to Medical Director. Dr. Kim is a Board-Certified ophthalmologist with offices in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Queens. Dr. Kim earned his Medical Degree at SUNY-Downstate and did specialized training in Cornea and Refractive... - June 26, 2017 - EMU Health
US Drug Test Centers Reaches 20,000 Collection Site Locations
US Drug Test Centers announces the recent addition of its 20,000th collection site location. - June 26, 2017 - US Drug Test Centers
CleanCut Technologies Honored as a “Best Place to Work in Orange County 2017”
CleanCut Technologies (www.cleancuttek.com ) a leader in medical device packaging, is proud to announce the company was recently named as one of the “2017 Best Places to Work in Orange County” by the Orange County Business Journal. - June 26, 2017 - CleanCut Technologies
Alternate Health Management Launch New Website
Alternate Health Management announced the launch of its brand new website to help clients gain easy access to their services. - June 26, 2017 - Alternate Health Management
2017 Accountable Care Organization Metrics: ACO Adoption Doubles in 4 Years as Shared Savings Gain Favor
ACO adoption more than doubled since 2013, and preference for shared savings reimbursement models within ACOs increased from 22 to 33 percent, according to May 2017 market metrics from the Healthcare Intelligence Network. - June 26, 2017 - Healthcare Intelligence Network
The Quintessential Guide to State-of-the-Art Endothelial Keratoplasty Techniques from World Renowned Experts
Corneal transplantation with healthy endothelial cells is a long-term treatment to restore corneal transparency and reverse corneal edema caused by damage to the inner cell layer of the cornea. In the last decade, the utilization and efficacy of endothelial keratoplasty (EK) has increased... - June 25, 2017 - Thieme Publishers
Cardiac Center of Texas to Offer Free Screenings for Peripheral Artery Disease
PAD Screening Saves Legs & Lives. Cardiac Center of Texas will offer free screenings for peripheral artery disease, or PAD, for high-risk patients. - June 24, 2017 - Cardiac Center of Texas, PA
Flora H. Sowell Honored by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Flora H. Sowell, of Charlotte, North Carolina, is honored by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals for her distinguished contributions and achievements in field of Home Healthcare. - June 23, 2017 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
"Dr. Pam" Gumbs Honored as a Top Healthcare Professional by Strathmore's Who Who Worldwide Publication
"Dr. Pam" Gumbs of Berkeley, California has been honored as a Top 100 Healthcare Professional for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievement for over 40 years in the pharmaceutical field. About "Dr. Pam"... - June 23, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Z5 Inventory Welcomes New Client, Boston Children's Hospital
Z5 software and Z5 provided services will be used to complete a physical inventory count at Boston Children's Hospital. - June 23, 2017 - Z5 Inventory
Remit Radar, CURE International Team Up to Raise Clubfoot Awareness
FinTech amplifies nonprofit's efforts by sharing vital health information in remote areas. - June 23, 2017 - CURE International
Greg Cain Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who
Greg Cain, of Madisonville, Tennessee, has recently been recognized as a Lifetime Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Healthcare. - June 22, 2017 - Strathmore Who's Who
Joanne D. Valerius, Ph.D., MPH, RHIA Honored as a VIP Member for Two Consecutive Years by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Joanne D. Valerius of New Brighton, Minnesota has been honored as a VIP Member for two consecutive years, 2016 and 2017, by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 35 years in the field of education. About Joanne D. Valerius,... - June 22, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
High Physician Stress Levels Compound Growing Physician Shortage: Survey Finds Culture is Key to Physician Wellness and Retention
A 2017 survey by Cejka Search and VITAL WorkLife of 555 physicians and advanced practitioners found that stress levels among physicians remain alarmingly high, with 85.1% reporting moderate to severe stress levels. - June 22, 2017 - Cejka Executive Search
World Congress Announces Dates for the 5th Annual GHCC Dual Eligibles Summit
World Congress has announced the dates for the 2017 Dual Eligibles Summit. The event will take place from July 18-19, 2017 in Tysons, Virginia. - June 22, 2017 - World Congress
HealthPoint Plus, Inc. Welcomes MyArdina.com Telehealth Members
HealthPoint Plus, Inc. concludes the acquisition of telehealth assets of MyAdina.com from Commons Health, Inc. of Ohio. - June 21, 2017 - HealthPoint Plus, Inc.
Rodica Elena Petrea Honored by Strathmore’s Who’s Who as a Lifetime VIP Member
Dr. Rodica Elena Petrea, of Omaha, Nebraska, has recently been honored as a Lifetime VIP member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Healthcare/Education. - June 21, 2017 - Strathmore Who's Who
Mary Frances Gardner Honored as a Strathmore’s Who’s Who Lifetime Member
Mary Frances Gardner, of New Orleans, Louisiana has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Healthcare. - June 21, 2017 - Strathmore Who's Who
World’s Largest Resource for OCD Comes to San Francisco
More than 1,600 people will attend the International OCD Foundation's 24th Annual OCD Conference, which will be held this summer in San Francisco. Running July 7 - 9 at the San Francisco Marriott Marquis, the OCD Conference is the world's largest event dedicated to obsessive compulsive disorder... - June 21, 2017 - International OCD Foundation
Speakers Announced for the 13th Annual GHCC Medicare Advantage Summit
World Congress has announced the speakers for the 2017 Medicare Advantage Summit, taking place in Tysons, VA on July 18-19, 2017. - June 21, 2017 - World Congress
World Congress Announces Dates for the 7th Annual GHCC Medicaid Summit
World Congress has officially announced the dates for the 2017 GHCC Medicaid Summit. The conference will take place in Tysons, Virginia, from July 18-19 at the Sheraton Tysons Hotel. - June 21, 2017 - World Congress
MINA App is a New Technology Disrupting the Health Care Industry
MĪNA® App, a patented technology designed to help patients share their up-to-date health history with providers efficiently, safely and securely without filling out multiple paper forms, has officially launched. Unlike other apps, MĪNA doesn’t just store information; it allows... - June 21, 2017 - MINA App
Hudson Aquatic Systems Expanding Products Targeting Athletes
Hudson Aquatic Systems, along with CET CryoSpas, would like to announce a partnership that will allow Hudson to offer CET CryoSpas ice bath recovery products that support faster recovery, help reduce fatigue, improve performance, and minimize the risk of injuries in athletes within the United States. Hudson will be introducing the CryoSpa Mini at NATA (National Athletic Trainer’s Association) Expo in Houston, Texas, June 27-29, along with their updated AquaFit underwater treadmill system. - June 20, 2017 - Hudson Aquatic Systems
Anke Ott Young Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who
Anke Ott Young, of Garden City, New York, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Plastic Reconstructive Surgery. - June 20, 2017 - Strathmore Who's Who
LogicJunction and IndoorAtlas Partner to Change the Landscape of Location-Based Services in Healthcare Using Geomagnetic Indoor Positioning
LogicJunction, a pioneer in location-based services for healthcare, and IndoorAtlas, a global innovator of geomagnetic indoor positioning technology, team up to create enhanced patient experience associated with navigation inside of large, complex hospital buildings using a state of the art mobile... - June 20, 2017 - LogicJunction
World Congress Announces Agenda and Speakers for The GHCC State Marketplace Reform and Innovation Summit
World Congress has announced the agenda and speakers for The GHCC State Marketplace Reform and Innovation Summit. The dates of the event are July 18-19 in Tysons, VA. - June 20, 2017 - World Congress
Poriferous, LLC Announces Issuance of New U.S. Patent for Implant Used in Ear Reconstruction
Poriferous, LLC, an innovative medical device manufacturing company based in Newnan, Georgia today announced the issuance of a key patent. - June 18, 2017 - Poriferous LLC
RealTime Laboratories Advice for Linking Mycotoxin Exposure to Its Source
Confirming the source of contamination will call for having a suspected location tested. Mold testing called Environmental Relative Moldiness Index testing and environmental mycotoxin testing should be performed. - June 17, 2017 - RealTime Laboratories, Inc.
Makers Nutrition Receives 4 Bronze Stevie® Awards in 2017 American Business Awards
Makers Nutrition and other Stevie winners will be presented with their awards on June 20th in New York. - June 16, 2017 - Makers Nutrition, LLC
Personify Health Hopes to Humanize, Restore Culture of "Heads-Up" Healthcare
Wilmington-based healthcare brand and message company employs proven healthcare communications strategies to change face of patient-provider relationship. - June 16, 2017 - Bon's Eye Marketing
NCHS to Open Oceanside Specialty Health Center
NCHS (North County Health Services) has announced that, on June 19th, it will open the doors of its new clinic, NCHS Oceanside Specialty Health Center. This specialty center is to be located on 619 Crouch St., in Oceanside, California, east of the San Diego freeway, and directly across from the... - June 15, 2017 - NCHS
DrFormulas’ Nexabiotic® Advanced Multi-Probiotic Passes Labdoor Tests
Nexabiotic® Passes All of Labdoor’s Contaminant Tests and Awarded a Score of 92.4 out of 100 - June 15, 2017 - DrFormulas
Esteemed Physicians Join Dedication Health Practice
Dedication Health, an innovative concierge medical practice located on Chicago’s North Shore is proud to announce the addition of Santiago A. Candocia, MD, FACP, and Richard D. Stern, MD, as primary care physicians at the practice’s 710 Oak Street facility. The new physicians will join... - June 15, 2017 - Dedication Health
Live and Leave Well Wins HHS “Moving Healthcare Data Forward” Challenge
New product to create, share and deliver trusted end of life medical documents - June 15, 2017 - Live and Leave Well, LLC