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SPBJ Quick Care Center Connects Patients to Medical Information with iTriage
Smartphone app gives patients on-the-go access to symptoms, diseases and facility details - December 03, 2011 - iTriage, LLC
Rampant Bowel Problems Cause Confusion: Here is a Way to Sort the Information Out
Boweldiseases.net, a site dedicated to helping people understand what is happening to their digestive systems announced the addition of 42 more pictures and diagrams, making it one of, if not the most visual digestive website around. Many diagrams such as the lower right abdomen, enzymes,... - December 03, 2011 - Bowel Diseases Co.
Direct Benefits Brings ID Protection and Consumer Savings to AAUCM Members
Identity theft protection and bundled consumer savings for all AAUCM members - December 03, 2011 - American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine
Sandip K. SenGupta Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Sandip K. SenGupta, of Kingston, Ontario, Canada has recently been recognized as a Lifetime Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Healthcare and Healthcare Education. About Sandip K. SenGupta Dr. Sandip K. SenGupta... - December 03, 2011 - Strathmore Who's Who
The National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association Acquires Optimal Performance Institute, Now Wexford University
The National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association (NESTA) recently acquired the Optimal Performance Institute (OPI), a university offering a variety of health and fitness degree programs. The Optimal Performance Institute will now be known as Wexford University and will enroll new students in spring 2012. - December 02, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
The Connect Realty Family Supports the Children's Tumor Foundation
On December 4th, 2011 Connect Realty team members will be running in the California International Marathon in support of Ava Lowell and the Children's Tumor Foundation. Neurofibromatosis (NF) is a debilitating progressive disorder that can cause tumors to grow anywhere in the body. NF affects 1 in... - December 02, 2011 - Connect Realty.com, Inc.
CureMD Wins 2011 eHealthcare Leadership Award
CureMD Healthcare, the award winning provider of SMART Cloud EMR, PM and Portal, has been selected as a winner for “Business/Process Improvement Applications or Products awards” at The eHealthcare Leadership Awards 2011 in Orlando, FL. At this year’s coveted 15th Annual... - December 02, 2011 - CureMD Healthcare
CHT Enhances Leadership Team with Vice President of Professional Services
Experienced professional services executive to focus on delivering consumer engagement and administration solutions to healthcare and government clients - December 01, 2011 - Consumer Health Technologies, Inc.
Major HL7 Enhancement to PilotFish Technology’s XCS eiConsole for Healthcare Interface Engine
PilotFish Technology announces HL7 support for its XCS eiConsole for Healthcare to help reduce the barriers to interoperability of healthcare systems. - November 30, 2011 - PilotFish Technology
Robert R. McMillan ’57 to Speak on “Healthcare: Today and Tomorrow”
Robert R. McMillan ’57 will deliver a lecture on “Healthcare: Today and Tomorrow,” as part of the Adelphi University President’s Series on Critical Issues on Friday, December 9, 2011, at 8:30 a.m., in Alumni House, 154 Cambridge Avenue, Garden City, NY. A light breakfast... - November 30, 2011 - Adelphi University
Dr. Harry Paul Erba Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Dr. Harry Paul Erba, of New Haven, Connecticut, has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Dr. Harry Paul Erba Dr. Erba has had more than 20 years of experience in medicine as a... - November 30, 2011 - Strathmore Worldwide
Gail Silverman Recognized By Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide
Gail Silverman, of Los Angeles, California, has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Gail Silverman Ms. Silverman has had more than 35 years of healthcare experience. She... - November 29, 2011 - Strathmore Worldwide
Dr. Ernest M. Myers Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Dr. Ernest M. Myers, of Washington, DC has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Dr. Ernest M. Myers Dr. Myers has been practicing medicine for more than 37 years. He is... - November 29, 2011 - Strathmore Worldwide
UW Prosthetic Sensing Array Gives “Feeling” to Artificial Limbs
The Fringing Field Sensor Array (FFSA) is a collection of high-resolution pressure sensors that can accurately measure sheer stress, pressure, and other characteristics at the limb-prosthetic interface. - November 28, 2011 - SEAL
GenWay Biotech Launches Cardiovascular Diagnostic Blood Test at American Heart Association Scientific Sessions 2011 First Multiple Biomarker Test to Predict Near Term MI
FirstMark, the diagnostic division of GenWay Biotech, Inc., today announced study results and the commercial launch of PREventTM. FirstMark PREvent is the first multiple biomarker test that accurately predicts near term (approximately 2-3 years) risk of myocardial infarction for suspected or confirmed coronary artery disease (CAD) patients. FirstMark PREvent is now available and will be targeted to primary care physicians and cardiologists. - November 24, 2011 - GenWay Biotech
Thousands of Texas Medicaid Recipients with Disabilities to Lose Access to Care
Medicaid recipients in Texas, including more than 510,000 people with disabilities, are set to lose access to care if the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) implements proposed rate cuts for therapy services. The HHSC has proposed an across the board average cut to therapy services... - November 24, 2011 - Coalition of Texans with Disabilities
Collection Agency Pledges to Collect Health Care Debts with Dignity and Respect
"By committing to the ACA Statement of Principles, we hold ourselves out as an example of professionalism and assure our health care clients that their accounts will be collected in a socially sensitive manner. Our company has always been respectful of health care providers' needs, and with the Statement of Principles we have a new tool for communicating that respect to our clients," said Rash. - November 24, 2011 - Financial Control Services
myHealthbox for Android Free Until the End of 2011
To promote the month of the safe and informed use of medicinal products, myHealthbox offers the free download of its Android application until the end of 2011. - November 24, 2011 - myHealthbox
Russell D. Deidiker Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Russell D. Deidiker, of Farmington, Missouri, has recently been recognized as a Lifetime VIP Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Healthcare. About Russell D. Deidiker Dr. Russell D. Deidiker is Chief of Pathology at... - November 22, 2011 - Strathmore Who's Who
MD-IT Associate Partner Transcription Unlimited to Bring Narrative Note EMR to Clients
Medical documentation software and service provider MD-IT announced today that Transcription Unlimited of Independence, MO, has signed on as an associate partner, allowing them to offer the MD-IT Platform and EMR to their physician clients. - November 20, 2011 - MD-IT
Uniform Advantage Announces Black Friday Facebook “Like Us” Promotion
Uniform Advantage has announced that it will be holding a Black Friday promotion where the discount is determined by the number of Facebook page “Likes” they have by November 23, 2011 at 3pm EST. For additional information and to participate in the promotion, please visit www.facebook.com/uascrubs. - November 19, 2011 - Uniform Advantage
Logical Images Inc. is Honored in Summer/Fall 2011 Web Health Awards(SM) Competition
Logical Images Inc. was selected as a winner in the 13th annual Web Health Awards(SM) program. This competition, held twice each year (Winter/Spring and Summer/Fall), recognizes the nation’s best digital health resources. VisualDx for Android received a Silver Award in the “Mobile... - November 19, 2011 - Logical Images Inc
Satori World Medical Appoints Geoffrey Harris to Its Strategic Advisory Board
Harris to provide insight and strategic direction to Satori World Medical - November 18, 2011 - Satori World Medical
Comprehensive Hospice and Palliative Care is Now Medicare A and B Certified
Comprehensive Hospice and Palliative Care (CHPC) is pleased to announce that effective October 5, 2011, CHPC has been granted its’ Medicare A and B licenses. CHPC recently obtained the coveted Community Health Accreditation Program (CHAP) certification. As a “gold standard” in Hospice certifications, the CHAP accreditation confirmed that Comprehensive Hospice and Palliative Care is a solid organization with a strong commitment to serving its patients. - November 18, 2011 - Comprehensive Hospice and Palliative Care
Creation Technologies Enhances Design Services Offering
EMS Provider acquires the design, product development and manufacturing group of Quest Product Development Corp. - November 17, 2011 - Creation Technologies
Medical Development Group December 14 Forum: FDA and the 510(k) Process – What to Expect Now and Down the Road
Hear first-hand experiences with the FDA 510(k) process, learn ways to address this complex, yet integral practice to market medical devices in the US, and understand the current reform proposals being considered and debated. Please join them to hear their expert panel address: An overview of the current process; Tips for how to most effectively work with the FDA CDRH; Hot Topics and Proposed Reforms for this process. - November 17, 2011 - Medical Development Group
Daniels Sharpsmart Wins Gold for Sustainability
Recycling Council of Ontario Recognizes Sharpsmart System. - November 17, 2011 - Jennings
NFCA Receives FDA Grant for Gluten in Medications Research
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) award to fund landmark study conducted by the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness (NFCA). - November 16, 2011 - National Foundation for Celiac Awareness
Definitive Homecare Solutions Launches CPR+ Customer Portal
New Customer Portal Provides Information and Insight - November 16, 2011 - Definitive Homecare Solutions
ContinuLink Welcomes Chris Miller as New Area Vice President of Sales
ContinuLink, LLC, a leading provider of home care software in the United States, is happy to welcome Chris Miller as the newest member of its team. Chris will be taking on the role of Area Vice President of Sales. "I am thrilled to be part of the ContinuLink team. The majority of my career... - November 16, 2011 - ContinuLink, LLC
Minor Holiday Mishaps & Illnesses Lead to Urgent Care Patient Boom
Urgent care providers use iTriage application to inform patients of special holiday hours during the upcoming holiday season. - November 16, 2011 - iTriage, LLC
Navtej Kohli MD- An Online Medical Resource Debuts Today
An online medical encyclopaedia, which contains a comprehensive description of common diseases and medical conditions is unveiling today. - November 15, 2011 - Navtej Kohli MD
Source-Omega Advocates Algae Oil for Diabetics in India, China and the USA in New Publication
Source-Omega, a finished products manufacturer and educational marketing company, announced today their new peer-reviewed publication titled "A Substitute for Fish Oil: Qualifying Algae Oil Omega-3s as a Medical Food," written by Dr Scott D. Doughman, PhD, CEO and Chief Scientific Officer. - November 14, 2011 - Source-Omega
Clinicial Trial Success Brings Researchers Closer to a Cure for Blindness
Gene Therapy Restored Sight to Patients with Leber's Congenital Amaurosis. - November 14, 2011 - Macula Vision Research Foundation
Kidney Transplantation Can Improve Quality of Life for ESRD Patients
Hosted by the Hamilton Chapter of the Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) Foundation of Canada, Dr. Russell, MD, FCRP, will review the historical development of transplantation, how it works, and the benefits in terms of quality of life and longevity. - November 14, 2011 - Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada
EHR Vendors Integrate with SpectraMD’s Meaningful Use Meter™
The SaaS program provides solutions to facilitate and track Meaningful Use compliance among groups of providers. - November 13, 2011 - SpectraMD
MicroAire’s Allegedly Misleading Claims Refuted by Euromi
Euromi S.A. of Belgium stated today its determination to defend itself against recent allegedly misleading claims asserted by MicroAire. - November 12, 2011 - Medical Alliance Services
HIG Capital Acquires Matrixx Initiatives, Inc.
HIG Capital, LLC announced the acquisition of Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. by Wonder Holdings, Inc. and Wonder Holdings Acquisition Corp., both affiliates of HIG Capital formed for the purpose of acquiring Matrixx. - November 12, 2011 - H.I.G. Capital
HIG Capital Sells Ideal Image
After successfully investing in Ideal Image and providing the needed support for the Company to achieve its growth objectives, HIG Capital announces the sale of the Company. - November 11, 2011 - H.I.G. Capital
The Profectum Foundation's Website Was the Key to Networking People All Over the World Who Are Interested in Helping Autistic Individuals
New Web Design.com joins forces with The Profectum Foundation to help children all over the world with autism. - November 10, 2011 - NewWebDesign.com
Announcing the Release of a Novel Tool for the Assessment of Porcine Islet Functionality: the Mercodia Porcine C-peptide ELISA
Mercodia announced the release of their new Porcine C-Peptide ELISA at the recent Cell Transplant Society (CTS) and International Xenotransplantation Association (IXA) meeting in Miami, Florida, October 23-26. This assay provides the type 1 diabetes, and more specifically the islet transplantation,... - November 10, 2011 - Mercodia Inc.
PROMED Announces 3rd Annual International Medical Travel Conference in Costa Rica
The 3rd Annual International Medical Travel Conference will be held on April 23rd-25th 2012. This year's host hotel will be the beautiful five star Inter-Continental Hotel located in Escazu, just outside San Jose, Costa Rica. This Medical Travel Conference in Costa Rica offers an excellent... - November 10, 2011 - Costa Rican Medical Tourism
Urgent Care Center Accreditation
Urgent Care Center Accreditation ensures the provision of quality healthcare and the principles of professionalism. - November 10, 2011 - American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine
H.I.G. Capital Sells Align Networks
H.I.G. Capital, a global private equity firm, announced the sale of its investment in Align Networks, Inc. The transaction adds to the firm’s long standing track record of successful workers’ compensation and healthcare service industry investments. - November 09, 2011 - H.I.G. Capital
Thelma Jones, MD, FACP, Newest Inductee to be Featured in The American Society of Commerce Journal for Her Unique and Multiple Paths to Wellness
Options for Wellness is Dr. Thelma Jones expertise, see how her integrative Medical practices have gained a lot of attention in the Greater New York Area in the American Society of Commerce Journal. - November 09, 2011 - American Society of Commerce
Floyd A. Warren Has Recently Been Recognized as a VIP Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Floyd A. Warren, of New York, New York, has recently been recognized as a VIP member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Healthcare. About Floyd A. Warren Dr. Floyd A. Warren is Chief Neuro-Ophthalmologist at New York... - November 09, 2011 - Strathmore Who's Who
Costa Rican Dental Care is Offering a No-Cost Employee Dental Benefit Plan
During “Open Enrollment,” many companies are cutting back this year on their employee benefits to cut costs. By taking advantage of Costa Rican Dental Care no-cost dental plan option, people save thousands of dollars on major dental work costs by going to Costa Rica. - November 08, 2011 - Costa Rican Medical Care
Join Recovery Network of Programs and Celebrate Recovery with Author and Advocate, Terrie M. Williams
Recovery Network of Programs, a private non-profit behavioral health organization is pleased to announce a visiting guest author, Terrie M. Williams. Terrie M. Williams, one of Ebony magazine's "Power150" for Activism and Woman's Day magazine "50 Women On A Mission To Change The... - November 07, 2011 - Recovery Network of Programs, Inc.
Teresa Brammer Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Teresa Brammer of Clearwater, Florida, has recently been included in Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Healthcare Products and Medical Supplies. About Teresa Brammer Teresa Brammer is the Reimbursement Director at CCS... - November 06, 2011 - Strathmore Who's Who
American Society of Commerce Has Recognized Cherie Lee Traylor, LCSW, of San Diego, California as a Fellow to be Featured in the American Society of Commerce Journal.
The American Society of Commerce Journal is the publication that distinguishes those individuals who contribute in building a better America. Cherry Trayler is a true professional and sets the standards in Psychotherapy. Ms. Cheri Lee Traylor, LMSW, who treats group and individual thearpy at... - November 05, 2011 - American Society of Commerce