Family Medicine News
Check up on information related to family medicine related to healthcare services, insurance and billing, practice management, events, certification, care and treatment best practices. News is targeted to primary care and internal medicine physicians, office staff, caregivers and patients.
Polish Application for Tablets Revolutionizes Children's Therapy
For several years now, scientists have been pointing out that tablets – one of the hottest gadgets of the twenty-first century – can be a great tool for working with children with behavioural or developmental disorders. A Cracow’s company, DrOmnibus has now confirmed these assumptions, as it has just released an application that will completely revolutionize kids' therapy. - April 29, 2014 - DrOmnibus
West Florida Vein Center Announces New Website Launch
The West Florida Vein Center is launching a completely re-designed website. The new site, while providing visitors with a very smooth navigability, now also features a blog to which users can subscribe. Prospective patients can get started on paperwork downloadable directly from the site, and new... - April 27, 2014 - West Florida Vein Center
Metabolic Medical Institute (MMI) to Host Healthy Aging Therapeutics Symposium at Harvard Medical School, September 20-21, 2014
Healthy Aging Therpapeutics Symposium to Feature Unmatched Faculty Lecturers and Cutting Edge Education - April 21, 2014 - MMI
The Metabolic Medical Institute (MMI) Hosts First Integrative Medicine Courses June 5-7, 2014 in Miami Beach, FL
Hundreds of medical professionals from all specialties will convene at the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami, FL the first weekend in June 2014, for the first two courses offered by MMI. Each of these courses is required to complete the Fellowship in Integrative Medicine as well as the Graduate... - April 21, 2014 - MMI
Dr. Sam Sannoufi, M.D., Expands Family Practice to Include Walk-In Urgent Care
Dr. Sannoufi responds to Riverside's healthcare needs and expands his practice to include walk-in urgent care. Family Practice Clinic & Walk-In Urgent Care will be open 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday, and most Saturdays. - April 17, 2014 - Family Practice Clinic & Walk-In Urgent Care
Knowmedge Announces Collaborative Agreement to Publish Internal Medicine Board Review Material from Cracking the USMLE Step 3 Textbook
USMLE Step 3 and Internal Medicine Board Exam prep content from Cracking the USMLE Step 3 Book to be used to enhance learning on the Knowmedge blog. - April 17, 2014 - Knowmedge
Fertility Preservation Network Welcomes Newark, Delaware Area Facility
Program greatly extends access to Fertility Preservation services. - April 13, 2014 - ReproTech, LLC
Elite Medical Scribes Will Support the American College of Physicians Internal Medicine Conference While Showcasing Its Cutting-Edge Technology
Elite Medical Scribes, the nationwide leader in scribe training, staffing, and management, will show its support for the American College of Physicians at the Internal Medicine Conference, April 10-12 in Orlando, FL. Elite Medical Scribes utilizes innovative software and cutting-edge technology to... - April 11, 2014 - Elite Medical Scribes
Elite Medical Scribes to Show Support at the Texas College of Emergency Physicians Conference with Its Leading Technology
Elite Medical Scribes, the national leader in scribe training, staffing, and management, will attend and support the Texas College of Emergency Physicians conference, April 11-13 at Moody Gardens in Galveston, TX. Elite Medical Scribes utilizes innovative software and state-of-the-art technology... - April 11, 2014 - Elite Medical Scribes
Uniform Advantage Goes Hollywood
One of Uniform Advantage’s print scrub tops made a star appearance with Cate Blanchett, Oscar winning actress in the highly acclaimed Blue Jasmine Movie that aired last year in July 2013. - April 07, 2014 - Uniform Advantage
Blue Net Hospitals and PlacidWay Join to Take Medical Tourism in Mexico to the Next Level
Blue Net Hospitals and PlacidWay medical tourism company have started a fruitful collaboration aimed at helping worldwide patients get easy access to affordable and accredited medical care in Mexico. - April 02, 2014 - PlacidWayUSA
E-Cigarettes Increasingly Banned in Public, and Causing Epidemics Among Both Young Children and Teens, Says Lawprof. John Banzhaf
More and more jurisdictions are banning the use of e-cigarettes in public places and workplaces, there is an ever growing epidemic of serious injuries to young children, and an escalating use of these addicting devices by teens, notes the lawyer who helped to get their use banned on airplanes, and to spur legislation against their use in no-smoking sections in many jurisdictions. - April 02, 2014 - Public Interest Law Professor John Banzhaf
Performance Health Medical Group Offer Clients Expertise in Multiple Disciplines to Ensure Prompt Return to Work
Laguna Hills, CA-based multi-spec approach medicine specialists, Performance Health Medical Group are now offering clients who have been injured at work direct access to leading experts in multiple medical disciplines. The firm’s specialists offer comprehensive understanding in the areas of... - April 01, 2014 - Performance Health MD
Advance Healthcare Network to Offer Syndicated Content
ADVANCE Healthcare Network has announced that its content is now available for syndication. Businesses and organizations interested in offering quality clinical updates, specialized healthcare information, editorial and news articles, career tips, artwork, educational resources and more can... - April 01, 2014 - Merion Matters - Parent Company of ADVANCE Healthcare Network
House Delays Vote on Postponing ICD-10, Strategic Chiropractor Urges Doctors of Chiropractic to Get Ready
The House rejected a bill on March 27, 2014 that would have postponed ICD-10 for another year until October 2015. Chiropractic billing expert, Dr. Tom Necela of The Strategic Chiropractor urges doctors of chiropractic not to delay their staff training but to prepare for the October 2014 ICD-10 implementation now. - March 27, 2014 - The Strategic Chiropractor
Reconstructive Orthopedics Selected as the Official Medical Sponsor of Challenge Atlantic City Triathlon
The Sports Medicine Symposium begins on June 27th, with the Triathlon as the final event on June 29th - March 27, 2014 - Reconstructive Orthopedics
Innovation Direct™ to be at Helm of Marketing Efforts for Combination Pill Dispenser Invention
An innovative new product designed to effectively address a common problem related to medications, the Combination Pill Dispenser, has been developed by Clarence Boling, Jr. of Maryville, Tennessee. The invention's unique design helps insure that medication is only dispensed when needed and in the... - March 20, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
BWSNews Brain Awareness Grant Recipients
Banyan Tree Foundation Academy – Point Loma, operated by Banyan Tree Educational Services, has been selected as the recipient of a license for Skatekids and Ramps to Reading as part of the BrainWare Brain Awareness Week Grant Program. The grant program supports the purpose of Brain Awareness Week in promoting a broader understanding of the importance of brain research and its contribution to effective learning and cognitive development in schools. - March 18, 2014 - Banyan Tree Educational Services
Bedford-Stuyvesant Family Health Center Hires Four New Executives
The Bedford-Stuyvesant Family Health Center (BSFHC) is proud to announce the hiring of four new executives. Craig E. Pogue, Chief Operating Officer, Louis Giammarino, Marketing Director, Alberto Fernandez, Director of Human Resources, and Jack Murray, Grants Manager. - March 17, 2014 - Bedford Stuyvesant Health Center
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Isaac Raijman
Isaac Raijman, of Houston, Texas, has been recognized as a Lifetime VIP Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Gastroenterology. - March 13, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Performance Health Medical Group Helping Federal Employees Through the Claims Approval Process
Trusted Laguna Hills, CA-based medical experts, Performance Health Medical Group have announced they’re now working with federal employees to help them to streamline their work-related injury claims process. The claims process can often be arduous for those with limited understanding on the... - March 05, 2014 - Performance Health MD
Are Selfies Really to Blame for the Upswing of Head Lice?
In recent days, there have been reports about selfies causing an upswing in head lice among pre-teens and teenagers. But can we really put the blame on a quick cell-phone photo? "We don't believe that selfies are the cause of more head lice cases in teenagers," said Nancy Gordon,... - February 27, 2014 - National Association of Lice Treatment Professionals
WRS Health Awarded Surescripts 2013 White Coat of Quality
Award recognizes EHR system’s efficient and safe electronic prescribing process - February 20, 2014 - WRS Health
Swathi Rao PA-C, an Indianapolis Clinician, Graduates to Become a Part of the Elite Group of Certified Practitioners by the Institute for Functional Medicine
Swathi has chosen to focus her expertise in Functional medicine for many timely reasons. According to Federal Way, WA; February 10, 2014: "Of total healthcare costs in the United States, more than 75% is due to chronic conditions." Functional medicine incorporates the latest in genetic science and systems biology, and also enables health care practitioners to practice proactive, predictive, and personalized medicine while empowering patients to take an active role in their own health. - February 14, 2014 - Excell for Life
Keeping Your Child Healthy
Ganeinu Preschool is proud to present a free seminar to parents and child care givers with renowned Jacksonville Pediatrician Dr. Shiree Sauer providing key information to keeping children healthy on Sunday February 23rd at 6pm at the Ganeinu Preschool. - February 12, 2014 - Ganeinu - Early Childhood Development Center
Knowmedge and Docphin Announce Collaborative Agreement for Internal Medicine Board Review Questions
Docphin, an evidence-based medicine content management platform for hospitals and healthcare providers, to feature content from the Knowmedge Internal Medicine Question Bank on its web and mobile platforms. - February 12, 2014 - Knowmedge
AIC Students to Hold HIV/AIDS Awareness Day Events
Events are planned throughout the day aimed at educating students about the basics of HIV and AIDS. - February 08, 2014 - American International College
LEAP Recognizes Top Medical Professionals with Distinguished Honors
As Lawrence Executive Alliance of Professionals (LEAP), LLC begins another promising year as a recognized leader in the medical staffing industry, 2013 honors are being bestowed upon its top medical professionals and employees. While the company itself won the Small Business Community... - February 08, 2014 - LEAP LLC
ModuleMD – One of the First Michigan-based EHR to Achieve Meaningful Use Stage 2 Certification
ModuleMD has been certified - enabling eligible providers to meet the Stage 1 and 2 Meaningful Use measures required to qualify for funding under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). - February 04, 2014 - ModuleMD
AIC Researchers Investigate Role of Collaborative Teaching
Interdisciplinary collaboration may play an important role in the education of future clinicians in the rapidly changing healthcare environment. That, according to researchers at American International College. The research was presented recently at the Annual Conference of the American Association... - January 23, 2014 - American International College
Knowmedge Announces Publication of High-Yield Internal Medicine Board Review Pearls eBook in iTunes, Google Play, and Kindle Format
The Knowmedge High-Yield Internal Medicine Board Review Pearls eBook, geared towards individuals interested in Internal Medicine Certification, is now available in various digital formats. - January 21, 2014 - Knowmedge
Baptist Health Implements Self-Service Patient Registration Solution
Baptist Health announced the implementation of Clearwave kiosks - a self service patient registration system. - January 15, 2014 - Clearwave Corporation
Skills® Behavior Intervention Plan Builder Now Available as a Stand-Alone Web-Based Program
The innovative tool gives clinicians, educators, and behavior professionals the ability to efficiently develop effective behavior intervention plans (BIPs) for individuals who display challenging behavior. - January 11, 2014 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Cranking Software Announces the Launch of MDSupplies and Service, a Medical Supplies Ordering and Management Software System
Cranking Software, the software company behind the country’s largest physician dispensing system, has launched their newest software system; MDSupplies and Service, a medical supplies ordering and management system. - January 06, 2014 - MDSupplies and Service
Advanced Healthcare of Garland Celebrates the Holiday Season and Offers Seniors with Healthy Resolutions for the New Year
Garland, Texas Based Nursing Home Wishes Staff and Residents a Healthy and Happy New Year. - December 28, 2013 - Advanced Healthcare of Garland
Knowmedge Publishes "High-Yield Internal Medicine Board Exam Pearls" eBook Focused on the ABIM Exam and NBME Internal Medicine Shelf Exam
Knowmedge announces publication of "High-Yield Internal Medicine Board Exam Pearls," a free eBook for those preparing for the ABIM Board Exam or NBME Internal Medicine Shelf Exam. - December 24, 2013 - Knowmedge
Renegade Doctors Opt Out of Current Healthcare System
An Edina, MN medical clinic is leading the charge to revolutionize healthcare..... and it's not what you think. - December 20, 2013 - Southdale Internal Medicine
Dr Ken Wong from Central Coast Surgery Performs His 150th Gastric Sleeves Surgery for Weight Loss
Dr Ken Wong from Central Coast Surgery has performed his 150th gastric sleeve surgery for patients who want to lose weight. People whose ages range from 18-72 have undergone the surgery and started losing weight, ranging from between 10kg to 100kg. Due to these gastric sleeves surgical procedures... - December 12, 2013 - Central Coast Surgery
Freehold NJ Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Michael Greller Honored for Outstanding Patient Care and Expertise
Advanced Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Institutes' Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Michael Greller, has been awarded the prestigious 2013 Patients’ Choice Award. Patients rate their doctors, and after receiving top scores, Dr. Greller has been singled out as one of the top orthopedic physicians for patient care and expertise. - December 05, 2013 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Ultra Smile Dentistry is Warmly Welcomed in Downtown Miami
Ultra Smile is a Brand New, built from the ground up, total Dental Service Practice. Ultra Smile Specializes in General, Cosmetic, and Specialty Dentistry. Ultra Smile is a contemporary family practice with modern approaches to the dental experience. - December 05, 2013 - Ultra Smile Dentistry
Woodstock Welcomes Portland Family Health - a Full-Service Family Focused Wellness Center
Portland Family Health is a family-friendly wellness center with chiropractic, naturopathic, midwifery, acupuncture, nutrition, women’s wellness, massage therapy and counseling. It is located on the corner of 4004 SE Woodstock Boulevard and opened in November of 2013. - November 28, 2013 - Portland Family Health
Suncoast Hospice Recognizes National Hospice and Palliative Care Month
Suncoast Hospice joins hospices across America and National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) in celebrating National Hospice and Palliative Care Month in November. - November 17, 2013 - Suncoast Hospice
The Core Content in Urgent Care Medicine, a Video CME Program, Offers End of Year Discount to Encourage Physicians to Use Their CME Stipends Before They Expire
The Core Content in Urgent Care Medicine, a 60 hour video CME program, is offering an end of year discount to encourage physicians to use their CME stipends before they expire. As part of this "Use it or Lose it" event, the program will be discounted significantly, with savings of up to $500 off. - November 10, 2013 - Institute of Urgent Care Medicine
Focus on Family – November is LTC Awareness Month
November is also Long-Term Care Awareness Month – a time for people to analyze their current financial situations, prepare for the future and protect themselves and their loved ones should a sickness or disability occur. And the best way to ensure that everything you have worked for and saved will be protected is with long-term care insurance. - November 08, 2013 - Long-Term Care Consultants, Inc.
Dr. Shahid Babar Founder of iMedicine Review – an Internal Medicine Board Exam Review Live Course – Joins Knowmedge as an Advisor
Shahid Babar, MD FACP FHM, founder of iMedicine Review, an internal medicine board review / ABIM Exam live course for physicians preparing for the ABIM Board Exam, has joined the Knowmedge advisory board - November 05, 2013 - Knowmedge
News for Diabetic Skin from All-Natural Skin Care Company
A serum-under cream duo that has achieved dramatic results for dry, diabetic skin is now available from Reviva Labs, whose skin products are sold in Health Food Stores and Skin Care Salons. Diabetic’s skin needs moisture. Reviva claims its hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Serum (HA) alone can... - October 28, 2013 - Reviva Labs
Hope Hospice Commemorates National Hospice Month
Hope Hospice, a non-profit, community-owned hospice serving Bexar, Blanco, Caldwell, Comal, Guadalupe, Hays, Kendall, Travis and Wilson counties, joins hospices across the nation in recognizing National Hospice Month. Hope will be recognized for its work in the field of hospice care and the lives... - October 27, 2013 - Hope Hospice
Ceram to Host Free Webinar, "How Clean is Your Device?
Ceram, the international materials technology company, will be hosting a free webinar, ‘How Clean is Your Device?’ on Thursday 21 November at 3pm (UK time). Hosted by Dr. Chris Pickles, Principal Consultant, Surfaces & Coatings, the webinar will cover the use of surface chemical... - October 27, 2013 - Lucideon
Traumatic Brain Injury from Traffic Collisions Place a Great Burden on Medical Resources in UAE
Prevention, causes and mortality rates from head injuries in UAE to be discussed at upcoming Middle East Trauma Conference. - October 23, 2013 - Informa Life Sciences Exhibitions
WRS Health Announces Partnership with Physician’s Desk Reference
Leading national EMR provider partners with trusted medical resource to provide comprehensive medication information to clients. - October 17, 2013 - WRS Health