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Stem Cell Expert Dr. R. Wade McKenna to Speak at International Stem Cell Society Conference
Biologic Therapies (www.biologictherapies.com), a medical device company specializing in the design and manufacturing of proprietary medical components focused on autologous stem cell therapy and regenerative medicine, has announced its Chief Medical Director, Dr. R. Wade McKenna, will share his... - January 29, 2013 - Biologic Therapies
Signature Knee Replacement Offers Patients a Customized, Cutting Edge Option at Arizona Orthopaedic Associates at Gateway
The Signature Knee gives Arizona Orthopaedic Associates surgeons access to a higher level of detailed information for positioning the knee implant and for aligning it properly before the procedure begins, thus reducing premature wear and ensuring a more accurate fit. - January 29, 2013 - Arizona Orthopaedic Associates
MOgene Announces Partnership with Intuitive Genomics to Expand Bioinformatics Capabilities
MOgene LC, a full service genomics service provider based in Saint Louis, MO announces a partnership with Intuitive Genomics, Inc. to further expand its bioinformatics capabilities. This decision follows several years of successfully working with Intuitive Genomics to deliver some very promising... - January 28, 2013 - MOgene, LC
VisionTree Celebrates 10 Years as Foremost Leader in Cloud-Based Patient Portal & Outcomes Data Management
Over 100 distinguished guests attend reception at recently expanded Mission Valley headquarters. - January 28, 2013 - VisionTree Software, Inc.
Assisted Living Association to Hold Legislative Reception in Denver
The Colorado Assisted Living Association will be hosting a Legislative Reception on January 29th at 5:30 PM. CALA (Colorado Assisted Living Association) is the “can do association” that is known for representing the Assisted Living Industry in Colorado. The association is committed to... - January 26, 2013 - Colorado Assisted Living Association
Award Winning Beauty Theorist and Facial Plastic Surgeon Dr. Philip Young Announces the Development of the YoungVitalizer, a New Incision-Less Face Lift Alternative
The YoungVitalizer involves a minimally invasive process that shapes a person's face to achieve a younger and natural look. The procedure is based on Dr. Young's Award Winning Theory on Facial Beauty called the “Circles of Prominence.” - January 25, 2013 - Aesthetic Facial Plastic Surgery
The Physicians Practice S.O.S. Group CEO Regina Mixon Bates Named Director of Economic Development of NBMBAA-Atlanta
Leader in Medical Practice Management and Education has been named the Director of Economic Development for The Atlanta Chapter of the National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA). - January 25, 2013 - The Physicians Practice S.O.S. Group
Saddleback Memorial Medical Center Dedicates New Bonding Room at The Women’s Hospital
Jane L. Frederick, M.D. Honored for Generous Funding Towards Project - January 24, 2013 - Saddleback Memorial Medical Center
Dataline Launches New iPhone App for Healthcare Professionals
Dataline Software is proud to announce version 2.0 of Snomobile, the first SNOMED browser for handheld devices. The new version released in January introduces support for the NHS UK extensions, plus enhancement to its search engine. - January 24, 2013 - Dataline Software
Optic Nerve Vision Loss Reversed with New Stem Cell Treatment
MD Stem Cells helps nearly blind car accident victim regain her sight in Florida and see her mother’s face again- other neurologic benefits reported as well. - January 24, 2013 - MD Stem Cells
OilSpillClaims.org Needed as BP Claims Continue to Be Filed
Farr Law Firm saw the need for a comprehensive website to answer frequent questions and describe the claims process as more claims continue to be filed. The new website is OilSpillClaims.org. - January 23, 2013 - Farr Law Firm
Families of Spinal Muscular Atrophy Awards $150,000 to Dr. Lee Rubin at Harvard to Advance a New SMA Drug Discovery Program
Dr. Rubin's project at Harvard is the first of three drug discovery awards that will be given by Families of SMA in the next few months. - January 20, 2013 - Cure SMA
HandySpeech Mobile App Helping Disabled
Ability to Talk Becomes a Reality as Handwriting-to-Speech Application is Released for Apple Mobile Device. "HandySpeech" Application is Quickly Becoming the Gift of Voice for People with Disabilities. - January 20, 2013 - iSpeak4U
Matthew D. Gold Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Matthew D. Gold, of Winchester, Massachusetts, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Healthcare. About Matthew D. Gold Matthew D. Gold received his M.D. from Cornell University. He completed his... - January 19, 2013 - Strathmore Who's Who
Wayne A. Hey Has Recently Been Recognized by The Global Directory of Who’s Who Publication
Wayne A. Hey, D.O., of Fort Worth, Texas, has recently been recognized by The Global Directory of Who’s Who for outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Adult & Child Urology. About Wayne A. Hey Wayne A. Hey, D.O., is President of DFW Urology Consultants, located in... - January 19, 2013 - Global Directory of Who's Who
OmniMD’s EHR Receives CCHIT Certification for All 44 Meaningful Use Clinical Quality Measures
OmniMD™ announced today that its OmniEHR™ versions 11.0 and 11.2 and ProviderNet 11.2 have received certification on all 44 Meaningful Use Clinical Quality Measures (CQMs) from the Certification Commission for Health Information Technology (CCHIT®), for ONC-ATCB, in accordance with... - January 19, 2013 - OmniMD
Peace of Mind Home Health Introduce New Senior Home Care Options for Patients Across Everett, Issaquah and Kirkland
Washington’s specialists for homecare, Peace of Mind Home Health has recently announced that the company has added Transitional Care Services for senior home care options for clients across Issaquah, Kirkland and Everett. These new care services will ensure that clients within the local region are receiving optimal care from trained medical professionals within the comfort of their own home. - January 18, 2013 - Peace Of Mind Home Health
A Powerful Visual Overview of Human Biochemistry
“Color Atlas of Biochemistry, Third Edition,” recently published by Thieme, provides current scientific knowledge on human biochemistry in Thieme's "Flexibook" format: double-page spreads with clear explanatory text on the left-hand page and exquisitely detailed full-color... - January 18, 2013 - Thieme Publishers
American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine to Offer Exclusive Member Benefit on Premium Lab Coats and Scrubs Through Medelita
The American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine has developed an affiliate partnership with Medelita to bring premium lab coats and scrubs to its members. - January 17, 2013 - American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine
Igor F. Palacios, M.D., Recently Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Igor F. Palacios, M.D. of Boston, Massachusetts, has recently been recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as a lifetime VIP member for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Healthcare. About Igor F. Palacios, M.D. Dr. Igor F. Palacios was born... - January 17, 2013 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Abdallah R. Taha Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Abdallah R. Taha, of Watchung, New Jersey, has recently been recognized as Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Healthcare. About Abdallah R. Taha Abdallah R. Taha earned his Medical Degree at the... - January 17, 2013 - Strathmore Who's Who
Carol A. Beals Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Carol A. Beals, of Lansing, Michigan recently been recognized as a Round Table member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Healthcare. About Carol A. Beals Carol A. Beals is Chief Executive Officer of the Beals Institute,... - January 17, 2013 - Strathmore Who's Who
J. Michael Randle Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
J. Michael Randle, of Nacogdoches, Texas has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Healthcare. About J. Michael Randle Dr. J. Michael Randle earned his medical degree at the Universidad Autonoma De... - January 16, 2013 - Strathmore Who's Who
New Research Report on Global Fluoropolymer Market in the Healthcare Market to 2012-2016 by MRRBIZ
New Market Research Report Added in MarketResearchReports.Biz Reports Database Global Fluoropolymer Market in the Healthcare industry 2012-2016 - January 16, 2013 - Market Research Reports.biz
Dr. Larry Saylor Utilizes Advanced Technology to Deliver Highly-Customized Same-Day Crowns
Dr. Larry Saylor, an experienced cosmetic dentist dedicated to improving smiles in the Tampa Bay area and beyond, is pleased to offer qualified patients with highly customized crowns, fillings and veneers in just one office visit. This is made possible through the use of the E4D Dentist system by... - January 15, 2013 - Doctor Saylor
Newly Accredited Dental Facility in the Boston Area Offers a Better Night's Sleep
A local dental facility is helping Boston area residents get a more restful night's sleep. Dr. Daniela Sever DMD PC, recently received facility accreditation from the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, joining a small and elite group of centers. - January 15, 2013 - dr. Daniela Sever DMD PC
OmniMD Offers Free Allscripts MyWay Data Conversion
OmniMD™, a division of Integrated Systems Management Inc., is offering free data conversion for Allscripts™ MyWay customers who switch to OmniEHR™, OmniMD’s complete electronic health records. - January 13, 2013 - OmniMD
Sherie L. Edwards Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Sherie L. Edwards of Smithville, Mississippi has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Sherie L. Edwards Ms. Edwards has over 28 years experience in the healthcare field. She is... - January 11, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
The Answers to Tough Questions About Caring for Aging Parents
A informational just released, "A Guide to Assist You and Your Parents in the Aging Process." The book asks the questions needed to be discussed by parents and siblings about breaking down the complicated roles of grown children as caregivers to aging and sick parent. It also explains the related roles of non-care giving sibling. It provides fmedical and financial forms along with questions to start the discussion with parents and siblings. - January 11, 2013 - Mona Meyers
New Research Report on Global Opioids Market to 2018 by MarketResearchReports.biz
New Market Research Report Added in MarketResearchReports.Biz Reports Database Opioids Market to 2018 - Increasing Concentration of Abuse-Resistant Branded Generics Alter Competitive Dynamics in This Flat Market - January 11, 2013 - Market Research Reports.biz
New Years Resolution: Improve Dental Hygiene to Improve Overall Health Says San Diego Dentist Doug Disraeli
New Year's resolutions often focus on health improvement, and Hillcrest San Diego dentist Dr. Doug Disraeli shares ways on how dental hygiene can link to overall health. Says Dr. Disraeli, “In the New Year, many have resolutions to get healthier, and because the mouth is the gateway to the... - January 10, 2013 - Doug Disraeli D.D.S.
Detailed, Evidence-Based Strategies for Managing Head and Neck Disease
Despite significant progress in the treatment of head and neck cancer using new techniques, including organ preservation strategies, recurrence still occurs in up to 50% of patients with locally advanced disease. “Head and Neck Cancer Recurrence,” recently published by Thieme, is the... - January 10, 2013 - Thieme Publishers
UCF Regional Extension Center Approves JDL Technologies as Qualified Information Technology Vendor (Non-EHR) for Healthcare Providers in Central Florida
JDL Technologies has been approved as a Qualified Information Technology Vendor by the University of Central Florida Regional Extension Center (UCF REC) for physicians, clinicians, medical practices and other healthcare providers throughout the region. - January 10, 2013 - JDL Technologies
Healthcare Team Training (HTT) and Datix – A Powerful Combination for Improving Patient Safety
Healthcare Team Training (HTT), a global provider of services focused on improving patient safety, satisfaction and quality, and Datix, a leading supplier of patient safety software solutions, announce their collaboration to use enterprise event reporting and risk management systems to improve... - January 10, 2013 - Datix Software
Sentrana Presents Prize Winning Research at RECOMB Conference
Sentrana researchers presented their winning research from the Prize4Life ALS Prediction Prize Challenge in a talk "Discovering New Variables and Improving the Prediction of ALS Progression.” - January 10, 2013 - Sentrana, Inc.
Career Step Becomes a Silver Sponsor of ICD10monitor
Career Step has launched its Silver Sponsorship of ICD10monitor to promote The ICD-10 Solution to ICD10monitor readers and listeners. - January 10, 2013 - Career Step
Health Education Solutions Explores Health Trends, 2012 and Beyond
New Special Section for Healthcare Professionals Recaps This Year’s Trends, Makes Forecast for 2013 - January 10, 2013 - Health Education Solutions
Career Step Partners with Inquisit as ICD-10 Training Experts
Career Step is pleased to announce its partnership with Amerinet’s strategic education partner, Inquisit. - January 10, 2013 - Career Step
Robert Reid and Jason Humphrey Join Exergame Fitness as CSO and Strategic Advisor
Exergame Fitness, a leading provider of commercial Exergame equipment, has announced that Robert Reid will join the company as chief strategy officer, reporting to CEO Ed Kasanders. Reid comes to Exergame Fitness from his previous position at FitWall where he had been the vice president of... - January 09, 2013 - Exergame Fitness
Pfizer Licenses Families of Spinal Muscular Atrophy Quinazoline Therapy Program
Repligen Corporation announced today that it has entered into an exclusive worldwide licensing agreement with Pfizer Inc. to advance Repligen’s spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) program, originally in-licensed from Families of SMA (FSMA). Families of SMA funded and directed the preclinical... - January 09, 2013 - Cure SMA
OmniMD EHR Earns Surescripts White Coat of Quality for 2012
OmniMD™, a division of Integrated Systems Management Inc., announced that its OmniMD electronic health record (EHR) has earned the Surescripts® White Coat of Quality distinction for technology vendors for 2012. - January 09, 2013 - OmniMD
Global Burden of Indoor Air Contaminants
The Global Indoor Health Network announces its expanded and updated position statement titled “Common Toxins in our Homes, Schools and Workplaces.” GIHN added an important, new section that presents statistics and financial costs of indoor air contaminants and the impact on our global economy. As you read this new section, you will understand the enormous impact on our global society as literally millions of individuals and families are harmed by indoor air pollutants. - January 09, 2013 - Global Indoor Health Network
7th Annual “A Toast to Precious Souls” on January 26 to Benefit Saddleback Memorial Medical Center’s Tiniest Patients
Parents, Nurses to be Honored for Their Contributions - January 08, 2013 - Saddleback Memorial Medical Center
Thyroid Patients Worldwide Paint Facebook Light Blue to Raise Awareness for the Undiagnosed and the Undertreated
Thyroid patients worldwide gave their Facebook profiles the blue ribbon treatment this week to showcase that January is Thyroid Awareness month, a project initiated by the thyroid patient advocacy group, ThyroidChange. May 2011, the group launched a petition as an international protest against the... - January 08, 2013 - ThyroidChange
Senior Helpers of Boston with Tips for Caregivers with Loved Ones That Have Dementia
Senior Helpers Boston, a leading home healthcare provider in Boston, are doing the little things and helping thousands of seniors and caregivers prepare for a healthier 2013. Caring for someone with dementia can be one of the most stressful situations possible for an adult child or spouse. When you start to feel the stress of your caregiving role, try some simple stress management techniques to clear you. - January 07, 2013 - Senior Helpers Boston
Helping Seniors Eat Healthier When It Comes to Fast Food
Senior Helpers Vancouver, WA, a leading Senior Services Vancouver provider, are doing the little things and helping thousands of seniors from coast-to-coast prepare for a healthier 2013. Ongoing research increasingly confirms that maintaining the right body weight is one of the key factors in healthy aging. Carrying extra pounds increases the risk and severity of many health conditions, such as heart disease, arthritis, stroke, diabetes and some cancers. - January 07, 2013 - Senior Helpers Vancouver
Convaid Employees Nationally Certified as Child Passenger Safety Technicians
Convaid makes safety a priority with employee certifications and upgrades to their special needs car seat restraint system. - January 06, 2013 - Convaid, Inc.
Ruth M. Detchon Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Ruth M. Detchon of Amsterdam, Ohio has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Ruth M. Detchon Ms. Detchon has over 25 years experience in the healthcare field. She is a... - January 04, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Preferred Healthcare Funding, LLC Announces Its Launch Today
Preferred Healthcare Funding, LLC announces its launch today to offer healthcare providers a solution for the immediate and ongoing resolution of their current and future self-pay and self-pay after insurance patient accounts receivable. Preferred Healthcare Funding, LLC (the... - January 04, 2013 - Preferred Healthcare Funding, LLC
Northwest Professional OBGYN Invests in Technology to Provide Gynecare Thermachoice and Essure In-Office Medical Services
Northwest Professional OBGYN invests in technology to provide Gynecare Thermachoice and Essure in-office medical services. Gynecare Thermachoice is an effective, minimally invasive 8-minute procedure that can be performed in-office. Essure is a surgery-free permanent birth control that works naturally with the patients body. - January 02, 2013 - Northwest Professional OBGYN