Medical & Health News
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Wellco Exec Presents Health Cost Innovations at Michigan’s Largest Entrepreneurial Conference
Health care costs are expected to rise by nearly double digits again in 2011 and projected to double within the next 10 years. TiE (The Global Network of Entrepreneurs) emphasizes that technology and innovation can help reduce health costs without diminishing availability or quality of care. TiE... - November 03, 2010 - Wellco Corporation
Avant Healthcare Professionals Announce Marketing Partnership with ICD-10 Coders Academy
Avant Healthcare Professionals and ICD-10 Coders Academy announced a new marketing partnership that will help drive Brand awareness for both companies and assist the healthcare community with ICD-10 implementation. - November 03, 2010 - Avant Healthcare Professionals
EndoSoft Announces Surescripts Certification for EndoVault® EHR
EndoSoft, LLC has announced their EHR application EndoVault® has received certification from Surescripts’ e-prescribing services. - November 03, 2010 - EndoSoft
CarWoo! Cares Supporting Susan G. Komen For The Cure at the World Series
San Francisco based CarWoo! (www.carwoo.com) is taking their vintage ’78 Chevrolet Camaro, freshly signed by Giants fans, to Game 5 of the World Series to continue raising money for the Susan G. Komen For The Cure Foundation. - November 02, 2010 - CarWoo
Spinal Cord Injury Victim and Role Model Brings Essential Treatment Options to the Bay Area
SCI-FIT ((Spinal Cord Injury Functional Integrated Therapy) is open for business in its new location. SCI-FIT is Northern California’s only facility that provides comprehensive, post-traditional, exercise based therapy for individuals who have suffered a debilitating injury. SCI-FIT is a philanthropic endeavor and even offered Chris Rodriguez – the young boy paralyzed by a stray bullet at his piano lesson in Oakland – almost one year of free training. Today Chris is walking with leg braces. - November 02, 2010 - Cornish & Carey Commercial Newmark Knight Frank
Laser Spine Institute Announces November Seminars
Company Offers Complimentary Medical Presentations. - October 31, 2010 - Laser Spine Institute
McGrath Medical Expands Austin Practice to Add Consultation Office in Dallas
Dr. Daniel McGrath offers hair restoration consultations in Dallas to meet patient demand in Texas. - October 31, 2010 - McGrath Medical
MTA Launches Global Directory of Medical Tourism Leaders
Medical Tourism Association and Medical Tourism Magazine have launched the first Who's Who Directory for Medical Tourism. The Who's Who directory will feature the Leaders in both medical tourism and global healthcare across the globe. The Directory will be available both online all year long on... - October 30, 2010 - Medical Tourism Association™
MaxMD’s Secure mdEmail® Service Becomes Communication Standard for AZZLY™ Integrated Software
MaxMD and AZZLY™ announced that mdEmail® will be integrated into the AZZLY full-featured electronic health record, practice management and patient health record software. mdEmail is a secure, HIPAA-compliant email service from MaxMD. The companies, which both provide software as a... - October 30, 2010 - MaxMD
"Healthwise" to Provide Content on Cataract Solutions
“HealthWise” will take a look at cataract solutions in this season’s program. - October 29, 2010 - Healthwise
"HealthWise" is Producing a Program to Assist Families on Down Syndrome
“HealthWise” Draws Attention to those Serving Individuals with Down Syndrome and their Families. - October 29, 2010 - Healthwise
Epigenetic Drug & Diagnostic Pipelines Now Available at ReportsandReports
Epigenetics is a rapidly growing field with promising implications for treatment of cancer and potentially other diseases. Research interest in epigenetics has exploded in recent years, and considerable progress has been made in the commercialization of discoveries in this field. - October 29, 2010 - marketsandmarkets
Biomarkers Market Projected to Reach US$26.5 Billion by 2015
The study reviews, analyzes and projects the global market for Biomarkers for the period 2007-2015. - October 29, 2010 - MarketResearch.com
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) Revenue to Grow 5.9 % Annually Through 2015
This report provides a detailed insight into the global Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) market. - October 29, 2010 - MarketResearch.com
Molecular Diagnostics Market Reached $4 Billion in 2009
Molecular diagnostics (MDx) is the fastest growing segment of the in vitro diagnostics industry (IVD). - October 29, 2010 - MarketResearch.com
"HealthWise" Helps Shed Light on Multiple Sclerosis Through their Educational Program
Through educational Public Television segments, “HealthWise” educates audiences on the key issues associated with Multiple Sclerosis. - October 28, 2010 - Healthwise
Corengi Launches New Web Site to Help Type 2 Diabetes Patients Find Suitable Clinical Trials
www.corengi.com simplifies the clinical trial selection process; enables type 2 diabetes patients to learn which trials are right for them. - October 28, 2010 - Corengi, Inc.
Artezio Participates in AdvaMed 2010 – the MedTech Conference
Artezio NA Vice President for Business Development participates in the fourth annual AdvaMed 2010 – the MedTech Conference in Washington, D.C. on October 18-20. - October 28, 2010 - Artezio
Joining the IAPAM Gives Aesthetic Medicine Physicians a Competitive Advantage
From discounts on its comprehensive Botox Training and hCG for Weight Loss Training, to access to a congregation of innovative, forward-thinking physicians working in the aesthetic medicine industry, membership in the IAPAM supports physicians as they add aesthetic medicine to their practices or launch a new medispa. - October 27, 2010 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
Arizona Orthopaedic Associates Now Performing Anterior Hip Replacement Procedures at Banner Desert Medical Center
New Table Doubles Number of Patients Able to Have Anterior Hip Replacement Procedure, Which Minimizes Pain and Shortens Recovery Time. - October 27, 2010 - Arizona Orthopaedic Associates
MCRM Announces Affiliation with Regulatory Affairs Associates Firms, Brings Regulatory Services to New Plymouth Township Facility
At the groundbreaking for the Michigan Center for Regenerative Medicine (MCRM), a magnet facility for adult stem-cell research, manufacturing and commercialization, it was announced that Regulatory Affairs Associates is joining the facility as a partner when the facility construction is completed. - October 27, 2010 - Regulatory Affairs Associates
Intertek Becomes First Certification Body Approved to Issue ISO 13485 Certificates Under Health Canada/TGA MOU
New service allows Canadian medical device manufacturers to meet both Canadian and Australian quality system requirements through a single audit. - October 27, 2010 - Intertek
Houston Area Residents Partner with Texas Self Storage Properties, Including Amazing Spaces® Storage Centers to Support Shriners Hospital for Children in Galveston
Houston, Spring, and The Woodlands communities joined Amazing Spaces® Storage Centers to show how easily an individual can “Make a Difference” in a child’s life. The Texas Self Storage Association launched the “Make a Difference” state-wide campaign to emphasize... - October 26, 2010 - Amazing Spaces Storage Centers
Young Bullies Face a Strong Enemy....Empowerment
Apex NC counseling practice hopes to empower and motivate girls to stand up against interpersonal aggression, cyberbulling, etc.... - October 26, 2010 - Lifescapes Counseling Associates, PLLC
IOION’s “Pink Out” for the Month of October in Honor of BCRF’s Race for the Cure
For the remainder of October IOION is now donating 50% of sales from their online PINK purchases to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. - October 26, 2010 - LYB Productions
Former VP of Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Joins MedVoy
MedVoy announced today that they have added Lew Emanuelson to its advisory board to support and develop strategies for the employer benefit marketplace. This will enable MedVoy’s partners to draw from a new pipeline of patients to increase revenue streams, while also fulfilling MedVoy’s mission of connecting patients to domestic and international healthcare providers that administer the highest quality of care and accessibility at an affordable cost. - October 25, 2010 - MedVoy, Inc.
Health Resources Announces the Launch of New Immune-Balancing Formula
In the wake of the upcoming fall and winter season, Health Resources announces the release of its most effective supplement formula to help maintain a healthy immune system all year-round. - October 25, 2010 - Health Resources
USMLE Prep Course Provider Pass Program South Launches New Website Designed by AppSoft Web Development
Pass Program South, a training program dedicated to helping medical students pass COMLEX and USMLE exams, recently launched its new website at www.PASSProgramSouth.com. Designed by AppSoft Web Design in Jacksonville Beach, the new website features comprehensive information about PASS Program... - October 25, 2010 - Pass Program South
Dr. G. David Casper Assists in Opening New Laser Spine Institute Facility
Leader In Endoscopic Spine Surgery Expands Into Oklahoma City. - October 24, 2010 - Laser Spine Institute
TACTIX Has Hopes of Becoming a Leading Fitness Trend in 2011
Martial arts fitness program called TACTIX adds several new twists and emerging science to make a workout that burns fat and gives fitness enthusiasts confidence - October 23, 2010 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
NuU Unlimited Supported Local 18th Annual Cocktails for a Cause for Second Year
NuU Unlimited supported the 18th Annual Cocktails for a Cause, held Friday, October 15, 2010. NuU Unlimited employees attended the event for the second year in a row that has built notoriety and most importantly, benefit pediatric research conducted at Children’s Memorial Hospital and the... - October 23, 2010 - NuU Unlimited
When It Hurts: NPs and PAs Play an Essential Role in Pain Management
In August 2010, Practicing Clinicians Exchange conducted a survey of NPs and PAs assessing their role in pain management, knowledge and competence in this field, and interest in pain education. - October 23, 2010 - Practicing Clinicians Exchange
Voicebrook to Exhibit at 2010 Pathology Visions Conference
Company to discuss challenges, opportunities for VoiceOver® speech recognition, system integration capabilities in Digital Pathology workflow. - October 22, 2010 - Voicebrook, Inc.
Tocomin®SupraBio™ Boosts Immune Response in Human
Tocomin®SupraBio™ bioenhanced palm tocotrienol complex is effective in enhancing immune function in healthy women. - October 22, 2010 - Carotech Inc.
Allscripts Named Among Top 5 Best Places to Work
Healthcare IT Provider Scores Well on Triangle Business Journal’s 2010 Best Places to Work List - October 22, 2010 - Allscripts
New App Helps Children with Autism via the iPhone
The new Skill Tracker Pro application, designed to increase efficiency in the instruction of children with autism, was approved today by Apple®. Designed by parents of a child with autism, Skill Tracker Pro (STP) helps automate applied behavioral analysis instruction. The new STP app frees a... - October 21, 2010 - Data Makes the Difference, LLC
Village Fertility Pharmacy Hosts Two Fertility Authors at ASRM Event
Kristen Magnacca and Dr. Alice Domar will sign complimentary copies of their books on Oct. 25. Village Fertility Pharmacy (www.villagefertilitypharmacy.com), a specialty pharmacy focused exclusively on infertility medications, will host book signings with two authors at their booth at the American... - October 21, 2010 - Village Fertility Pharmacy
Easy Flu Shots at Washington Square Shopping Mall
Getting a seasonal flu shot in Portland this year will be as easy as picking up fast food. Fight the flu during your next shopping trip to Washington Square Shopping Mall. - October 21, 2010 - Easy Flu Shot
AAAASF Elects Harlan Pollock, M.D. as New Board President
The American Association for the Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities, Inc. (AAAASF) announces that Harlan Pollock, M.D., has been elected AAAASF’s new board president. He assumes the post after serving as vice president for the board of directors and performing many roles and... - October 20, 2010 - AAAASF -American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities, Inc.
Watch and Jewelry Auction to Benefit the National Multiple Sclerosis Society
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society is thrilled to announce that they will be hosting an upcoming watch and jewelry auction to be held on October 20th by Antiquorum Auctioneers, the world’s premier watch auctioneer. This first of a planned annual event will offer watch enthusiasts the... - October 20, 2010 - Antiquorum
Founder of Fundamental Physiology and Thyroid Expert Dr Gina Honeyman is on Tour in Ireland
Thousands of men, women and children suffer from metabolic and thyroid-related illnesses in Ireland today. Now on a whistle stop tour of Ireland, Dr Gina Honeyman, a world expert and pioneer of Metabolic Rehabilitation, author, researcher and founder of Fundamental Physiology, LLC will be giving a series of lectures and offering metabolic evaluations for those with health concerns. - October 20, 2010 - Fundamental Physiology
Practicing Clinicians Exchange Forms Partnership with National Psoriasis Foundation
Practicing Clinicians Exchange (PCE) has formed a partnership with the National Psoriasis Foundation (NPF) to provide continuing education programs to nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician assistants (PAs) throughout the United States. This partnership capitalizes on the strengths of both... - October 20, 2010 - Practicing Clinicians Exchange
Women & Infants Physician Named President of Urogynecology Society
Dr. Deborah Myers, director of the Division of Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery at Women & Infants Hospital has been installed as president of the American Urogynecologic Society. - October 20, 2010 - Women & Infants Hospital
ThinIdentity Changes Its Name to Aventura
Denver-based healthcare company ThinIdentity announced that they have changed the name of the company to Aventura in order to reflect a major shift in their approach to the hospital market. According to Aventura’s CEO, Howard Diamond, “Doctors and nurses sign up for an incredible adventure. But we are forcing them to spend way too much time struggling with computers. Our mission is to give them back their time to work with patients and to think critically about patient care." - October 19, 2010 - Aventurahq Inc.
Palm Beach Home Care Nursing Inc. is Now Providing Services Exclusively in South Florida for Medicare Plan Finder Care as Well as Home Health Services
Palm Beach Home Care Nursing, Inc. is privately owned, managed and operated by professionals that are licensed in the state of Florida and who specialize in the healthcare field. Palm Beach Home Care Nursing, Inc. knows how important it is to manage every aspect of patient care from the... - October 18, 2010 - Palm Beach Home Care Nursing Inc.
Harley’s Heroes® Brings Local Veterans Free Benefits Counseling to MotorCity Harley-Davidson of Farmington Hills on Oct. 23rd & 24th
Military veterans in the Tri-County area can receive free counseling and assistance with their government benefits when Harley-Davidson and Disabled American Veterans (DAV) bring the Harley’s Heroes® program to the Motor City Harley-Davidson on Saturday, October 23rd, 2010 from 10 AM to 5 PM & Sunday, October 24th, 2010 from 10 AM to 3PM. - October 16, 2010 - Motor City Harley-Davidson
Prevent Lung Cancer in October 2010 with Radon Awareness Week According to Radon Mitigation Company, Air Quality Control Agency
Radon gas has been identified by the World Health Organization as a leading cause of lung cancer. To address this problem, the United States government has declared October 17th-24th as "Radon Awareness Week." Company owner Jamey Gelina is asking the media to promote this cause. - October 15, 2010 - Air Quality Control Radon Mitigation Remediation
Lupus Research Institute Takes Part in 2010 Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) to Raise Funds for Breakthrough Research in Lupus
Reaches Out with Message that “Hope Alone Can’t Get Us to the Cure—You Can!” - October 14, 2010 - Lupus Research Institute
On the Eve of World Sight Day Gap Adventures Celebrates 20th Anniversary and Announces Initiative to Build 20/20 Vision Centre in Cambodia
Planeterra Foundation’s Ignite The Nite event to help raise $50,000 for critical vision centre. Gap Adventures (www.gapadventures.com) and the non-profit Planeterra Foundation announce plans to build a permanent vision centre with the goal of restoring sight to thousands of rural... - October 14, 2010 - G Adventures
IAPAM adds Lipotropics to Its hCG Medical Weight Management Training
The IAPAM's hCG Physician Weight Loss Program educates physicians in the exclusive IAPAM hCG Protocol for physician-supervised weight loss. Now, this comprehensive training also includes a discussion of the administration and benefits of lipotropics and vitamin injections as part of a successful medical weight management program. - October 14, 2010 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine