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Chiropractor Joins Practice in Carmel, Indiana
Dr. Bridgette LaMarca a local chiropractor from Indianapolis, has relocated her practice to Carmel, Indiana. She is joining the association of veteran chiropractors, Dr. Nancy Elwartowski-Cooper, Dr. Sandra Cunningham and Dr. Karen Bisesi. This all female doctor chiropractic clinic has been serving the Carmel area for over 24 years. They specialize in the treatment of pregnant moms, infants and women. - August 05, 2011 - Chiropractic Wellness Center of Indiana
Coastal Eye Associates Selects VersaSuite as a Premier Partner Provider of Electronic Health Records
Large Houston, TX based clinic partners with VersaSuite to provide Electronic Health Record, Practice Management, PACS and Inventory Optical Sales Software - August 05, 2011 - VersaSuite
IncentOne Launches Condition-Specific Incentive Programs
Solution Delivers Incentives Tied to More Than 25 Different Health Conditions and Risk Factors - August 05, 2011 - IncentOne
Migraine Treatment and Pain Specialist Dr. Ken Reed on Top Docs, Aug 14
Migraine treatment will be the topic of discussion on Top Docs as Dr. Reed describes the StimPath procedure to treat people who suffer from chronic migraine pain. - August 04, 2011 - Envision Interactive
HealthSaaS Licenses Connected Outcomes Framework to OHSU for International Educational and Clinical Outreach Project in Vietnam
HealthSaaS today announced licensing of their Connected Outcomes Framework to Dr. Beth Darnall of Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU) for an international educational and clinical outreach project in Vietnam. This project is supported by an education grant from the International Association for the Study of Pain® (IASP®) - August 03, 2011 - HealthSaaS, Inc
CareSouth Announces Exclusive Partnership with Low Vision Works
CareSouth Homecare Professionals announces partnership with Low Vision Works, providing a uniquely effective treatment for patients who suffer from low vision disabilities. The separate division is doing business as Low Vision Works by CareSouth and is now serving the Greensboro, Lexington and Asheboro areas of North Carolina. - August 03, 2011 - CareSouth Health System, Inc.
JTM Food Group Furthers Commitment to Nutrition with New Director of National Healthcare Sales
Tracy Boggs joins the company with a passion for healthcare, a wealth of sales experience, and a dietitian’s focus, helping JTM continue to provide healthy, nutritional meal options to its many customers. JTM's WeighBetter® line now features over 30 products across the breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus, all of which are consistent with daily nutritional requirements. - August 03, 2011 - JTM Food Group
The Post Acute Network Announces a New Feature – The Pan Spotlight
The Post Acute Network announces the new PAN SPOTLIGHT feature. The SPOTLIGHT will feature interviews and Q&As with industry leaders. The SPOTLIGHT will also introduce new products to PAN members. - August 03, 2011 - iPACC - Integrated Post Acute Care Corporation
Satori World Medical Partners with HealthFirst TPA to Bring Its Global Healthcare Benefit Program to U.S. Employers and Their Employees
Satori World Medical has partnered with HealthFirst TPA, a leading third party administrator (TPA), to offer its global healthcare program to their clients. Through this partnership, Satori World Medical will provide HealthFirst TPA’s clients and thousands of their employees access to a... - August 03, 2011 - Satori World Medical
Hospice Advantage Inc. Continues Mississippi Expansion
Hospice Advantage, Inc. today announced its second in a series of acquisitions that have expanded the provider’s service area to include nearly the entire state of Mississippi. The addition includes the Southaven and Tupelo offices of St. Jude Hospice, LLC. Financial terms of the deal were... - August 03, 2011 - Hospice Advantage
Fort Worth-Based Sandlot, LLC Names Kimberly Alise Chief Executive Officer
Nationally recognized healthcare technology leader Kkimberly Alise joined Sandlot, LLC on Wednesday June 15, 2011 as the company’s new chief executive officer. - August 03, 2011 - North Texas Specialty Physicians
Triangle Orthopaedic Associates Establishes the Richard Bruch, MD Prize for Excellence in Orthotic and Prosthetic Resident Research
Triangle Orthopaedic Associates establishes the Richard Bruch, MD Prize for Excellence in Orthotic and Prosthetic Resident Research. This cash prize is awarded to the Orthotic and Prosthetic Resident who has the best presentation and the most compelling research. - August 01, 2011 - Triangle Orthopaedic Associates, P.A.
Senior VA, DoD, and Government Healthcare Professionals Will Gather at DSI's DoD/VA iEHR & Gov HIE Summit Benefiting the Wounded Warrior Project
The Summit will primarily focus on the full spectrum of the current architecture "way ahead" for iEHRs, covering topics such as the CIIF, cloud computing, ESBs, Joint and Service Unique Applications, and will feature a half day workshop on the patient centered medical home model. - August 01, 2011 - Defense Strategies Institute
New York Med Career Fair 2011
Med Career Fair, a division of Hospitalist MD, will have its New York Med Career Fair 2011 on Wednesday, August 3rd at the Holiday Inn Midtown 57th Street Hotel in New York, NY. - July 30, 2011 - Med Career Fair
FindAHealthcareJob.com Offers Top Three Tips for Finding a Hospital Job
The healthcare industry is one of the few industries that hasn’t been hit hard by the economy. Hospital jobs are plentiful and finding the right one for you can be as easy as following three easy steps. - July 30, 2011 - FindAHealthCareJob.com
Marketing Alliance Dramatically Enhances SEO4DOCTRS.COM's Exposure to Southern California Medical Community
Affiliated Home Health Services, Inc. has entered into a marketing agreement with SEO4DOCTORS.COM. Affiliated will offer SEO4DOCTORS.COM's online medical practice marketing products and services to its extensive client base. - July 29, 2011 - SEO4DOCTORS.COM
The Medical Tourism Association Announces New Life Global Network as an Exhibitor at the 4th Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress
The 4th Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress is pleased to announce the New Life Global Network as an exhibitor at the conference held on October 25-28, 2011. - July 29, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
Christie Clinic Goes Mobile with iTriage
Patients have immediate access to symptoms, diseases, provider information and average wait times with iTriage mobile health app. - July 29, 2011 - iTriage, LLC
DreamSofTech: "Deliver You Dream Software, Round the Clock"
DreamSofTech specializes in creating Industry relevant Information systems for: HealthCare, Businesses, Restaurants, etc. It is currently working on a major project for healthcare with the help of the Ministry of Health, Pakistan, with joint collaboration of qualified doctors and consultants. - July 29, 2011 - DreamSofTech
First Virtual Job Fair to Offer Exciting Speakers and Topics for Life Science PhDs and MDs
The Virtual Job Summit will enable employers to recruit seasoned postgraduate life scientists from the top 15 percent of U.S. training institutions. Employers will be able to upload brochures, white papers, videos and webinar recordings to their virtual booths. Jobseekers will be able to browse among employers, download information and return during the two-day live event on October 5 and 6 to speak with employers via video chat. - July 27, 2011 - Bio Careers
Tri-Win Digital Print & Direct Mail is the First Company in Texas to Offer a UV Ink Jet Printing System from Video Jet
Tri-Win Digital Print & Direct Mail has purchased the Video Jet 4410 Solvent and UV Ink Jet Printing System making them the first company in Texas to offer UV inkjet printing services. With the installation of their new ink jet equipment Tri-Win will increase the quality and versatility of their printing options offering ink jet services on PVC cards, aqueous coated material, or nearly any material. - July 27, 2011 - Tri-Win Digital Print & Mail Services
Medical Tourism Healthcare Leaders Awards to be Announced in Chicago October 25-28, 2011
The Medical Tourism Association™ (Global Healthcare Association) will be awarding a select group of leaders in international healthcare whose achievements have enhanced and brought innovation to the International Healthcare Industry and excelled at providing international healthcare quality and international patients services. - July 27, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
Eldercare & In-Home Services Care Expert, Susan ”Sam” Miller, Shares Tips on Purchasing In-Home Care on “Coping with Caregiving” Radio Show at wsRadio.com
Susan “Sam” Miller, MN, RN, owner of CareForce Home Care and Home Health in Lynnwood, Washington, will be interviewed on the popular “Coping with Caregiving” Internet radio program on Saturday, July 30th. Miller will discuss how to be a smarter shopper for a licensed home... - July 27, 2011 - CareForce, Inc
Westbank Urgent Care Launches iTriage App to Give Mobile Users Greater Access to Medical Information
Mobile users can pre-register for their appointment and access symptom, disease and physician information in the palm of their hands with iTriage - July 27, 2011 - iTriage, LLC
Ameridose Vice President of Regulatory Affairs and Compliance Presents at LSHP Annual Meeting
Ameridose, LLC, a leading nationwide provider of sterile admixing services to hospital pharmacies, is honored that Ameridose Vice President of Regulatory Affairs and Compliance, Sophia Pasedis, PharmD, was invited to speak at the 2011 Louisiana Society of Health-System Pharmacists (LSHP) Annual... - July 26, 2011 - Ameridose, LLC
Medical Technology Company Experiences Rapid Growth in Struggling Economy
Practice Velocity®, LLC, (www.practicevelocity.com), a medical software and billing technology company specializing in urgent care, is pleased to announce it has hired its 200th employee less than a decade after it was founded. - July 26, 2011 - Practice Velocity
Sengenics Brings Best-of-Breed UK Genetic Test to Asia for Definitive Diagnosis of Children's Disorders
Sengenics today announced the introduction of a new microarray based genetic diagnostics test into Asia. The microarray used for the test was designed by Oxford Gene Technology (OGT), UK in conjunction with Emory Genetics, USA. Microarrays are now recommended as the most effective method for... - July 26, 2011 - Sengenics
OrthoNeuro Opens Orthopedic Urgent Care in New Albany
OrthoNeuro opens Central Ohio’s first Orthopedic Urgent Care Center. This new service is offered at OrthoNeuro’s New Albany location where area residents have access to specialized care when they need it. OrthoNeuro Physicians and PAs provide state-of-the-art evaluation and treatment for a broad range of Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal conditions. Common disorders treated at the Orthopedic Urgent Care include sports injuries, sprains, strains, fractures, and back & neck pain. - July 25, 2011 - OrthoNeuro
wordZXpressed Adds Support for New Dictation Devices
wordZXpressed Transcription Services, a leading Medical Transcription company, is pleased to announce the expansion of its list of supported dictation devices for physicians. - July 25, 2011 - wordZXpressed Transcription Services
Dr Kimberly Lee Offering Dimple Creation Surgery in Beverly Hills
Dimple Creation Surgery is a simple procedure that Dr. Kimberly Lee can perform in her Beverly Hills office under local anesthetic. The entire procedure takes about 30 minutes, is totally painless and there is no scarring. Dr. Lee can discuss your individual needs for your own dimple surgery,... - July 23, 2011 - Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgery Center
Critical Clean LLC Announces That Their Blood Clean Up Services Are Available to Private Residences in the Midwest
Critical Clean LLC is announcing to the Midwest that their services include private residence in: Nebraska, Kansas, Missouri and Oklahoma. Blood clean up services are commonly thought to include law enforcement, health agencies and public or work spaces. Critical Clean LLC is reminding Midwest residents that the company also services private homes and apartments, where accidental deaths, natural deaths or crimes have occurred. - July 23, 2011 - Critical Clean LLC
Volunteers Needed to Help with 15th Anniversary Boston Arthritis Walk
The Arthritis Foundation is looking for volunteers to help plan and coordinate the 15th Anniversary Boston Arthritis Walk to be held at the DCR’s Artesani Park in Brighton, on Sunday, September, 18, 2011. Help is needed with all planning activities including publicity, recruiting walkers and... - July 23, 2011 - Arthritis Foundation
ISMG Announces the Healthcare Information Security Today Survey
Information Security Media Group (ISMG), publisher of HealthcareInfoSecurity.com, announces the launch of its inaugural Healthcare Information Security Today survey, gauging top trends, threats and priorities for hospitals, clinics, health plans and integrated delivery systems. This web-based... - July 23, 2011 - Information Security Media Group
EndoSoft Receives Modular Certification
EndoSoft is pleased to announce that their Procedure Documentation and Reporting Software EndoSoft® 6.30 has received EHR module certification, deeming the software capable of enabling providers to meet the Stage 1 Meaningful Use (MU) measures required to qualify for funding under the American... - July 23, 2011 - EndoSoft
New Videos on Gender Selection and Gynecological Surgery
The wealth of information on gender selection and gynecological surgery got exponentially greater as seven new informative videos hit YouTube. The videos were hosted by Dr. Andrew Silverman of the Silverman Center and included information on gynecological surgery, gender selection, infertility... - July 21, 2011 - The Silverman Center Scarsdale
Push Media Group Announces Former Miss Sprint Cup, Paige Duke, to Serve as Miss Sweetest Sundaes to Benefit Breast Cancer Awareness for 2011
After a huge success with their first pool party event in Dallas on May 15th, the Push Media Group team conducted a search for a Miss Sweetest Sundaes to help join them raise awareness and funds for the Tiger Lily Foundation. Today, the Push Media Group announces the first Miss Sweetest Sundaes, former Miss Sprint Cup Paige Duke. - July 21, 2011 - Push Media Group
Responsive Respiratory Introduces O2 To Go! Cylinder Duration Calculator, Free Mobile App
The O2 To Go! Cylinder Duration Calculator App by Responsive Respiratory addresses ambulatory oxygen patient’s most common question of “How long will my cylinder last?” - July 21, 2011 - Responsive Respiratory
BioRegenerative Sciences, Inc. Releases I-Ease PF, a Stem Cell-Based, Preservative-Free, Eye Drop for Dry Eye
A new preservative-free eye drop using stem cell technology to help alleviate dry eye. - July 20, 2011 - BioRegenerative Sciences, Inc.
Miami Orthodontist Announces Invisalign Teen Anniversary
Dr. Stephen Grussmark, a Miami orthodontist talks about the third anniversary of Invisalign Teen. - July 20, 2011 - Centre for invisible braces
IndigoVision's Integrated IP Security Transforms Healthcare Safety
IndigoVision, a leading provider of IP Video Security Solutions, today announced that the Greater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC) has upgraded its aging analog CCTV and access control to a fully integrated security solution using IndigoVision’s IP Video technology. The 281-bed Medical Center... - July 20, 2011 - IndigoVision
Ameridose Supports Annual Meeting for the Louisiana Society of Health-System Pharmacists
Ameridose, LLC, a leading nationwide provider of sterile admixing services to hospital pharmacies, is pleased to have contributed to the 2011 Louisiana Society of Health-System Pharmacists (LSHP) Annual Meeting as both an Educational Sponsor and an Event Sponsor. The annual meeting took place at... - July 19, 2011 - Ameridose, LLC
Participate in the Latest Corporate Health and Wellness Association Survey and Receive 20% Off the Registration Rate for the 2011 Corporate Wellness Conference
The Corporate Health and Wellness Association, along with Corporate Wellness Magazine, has released a new survey, 2011 Creating a Culture of Health and Wellness. The survey will help pinpoint concerns and currents trends in the industry by targeting health care professionals, employers, carriers,... - July 16, 2011 - Corporate Wellness Conference
Fundraising Event for Wounded Service Member Hockey Team to be Held at Bethesda Restaurant
The USA Warrior Ice Hockey Program will be holding a fundraiser at Bd’s Mongolian BBQ, in Bethesda, to raise funds for hockey team made up of injured service members. - July 15, 2011 - USA Warriors Ice Hockey Program
New Release of Corporate Wellness Magazine - Issue 24
Read the 24th issue of the monthly magazine dedicated exclusively to Corporate Wellness, Health Promotion and Prevention at http://www.corporatewellnessmagazine.com. - July 15, 2011 - Corporate Wellness Conference
Voicebrook to Exhibit at the Association of Pathology Chairs 2011 Annual Meeting
Voicebrook to demonstrate alternative speech recognition workflows for Pathology laboratory reporting. - July 14, 2011 - Voicebrook, Inc.
"2 Blood Types Grouping Card" Invention by 24 DNA Founders Granted Patent Pending Status by United States Patent and Trade Office
“This simple invention that costs less than $20 will test for your 2 Blood Types, Rh+- Factors, Secretor and Non-secretor status, and most important your master DNA sequence,” says 24 DNA co-founder Bob Ainuu Afamasaga. - July 14, 2011 - DNA Alphabet
Online Nursing Courses, Nursing Employment Options and Outlook Highlighted in New HealthEdSolutions.com Nursing Special Section
Leading Provider of ACLS and PALS Certification Courses Releases Free Online Resources for Nursing Professionals - July 14, 2011 - Health Education Solutions
Issa Trust Foundation & Couples Resorts Announces Formation of Their Seventh Medical Initiative
Leaders with the Issa Trust Foundation (www.issatrustfoundation.com) announced today a team of paediatric health professionals led by Dr. Stacy McConkey, University of Iowa Children’s Hospital serving children in Jamaica. - July 13, 2011 - Issa Trust Foundation
New Directions Behavioral Health Selects Evolute to Implement HIPAA 5010 Solution
Evolute has been contracted by New Directions Behavioral Health to build a solution using Microsoft BizTalk for transitioning to HIPAA 5010 as well as to enhance existing HIPAA support to include referral and approval (278) transactions in order to bring the company to HIPAA 5010 compliance. With... - July 13, 2011 - Evolute Consolidated Holdings Inc.
BioRegenerative Sciences Releases Advanced, Anti-Aging Cosmeceutical Line Based on Patented, Stem Cell-Based Molecular Biotechnology
The most effective anti-aging cosmeceuticals have been released by BioRegenerative Sciences, Inc. These new cosmeceuticals use stem cell-based molecular biotechnology to help heal the skin and thus produce beautiful skin. - July 12, 2011 - BioRegenerative Sciences, Inc.