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Pinnacle ENT Associates Receives Accreditation by the ICACTL
Pinnacle ENT Associates in King of Prussia, PA, has been granted a three-year term of accreditation in the areas of Sinus and Temporal Bone CT by the Intersocietal Commission for the Accreditation of Computed Tomography Laboratories (ICACTL). - January 22, 2012 - Pinnacle ENT Associates
Lewis Massey Joins AcuteCare Telemedicine Board of Advisors
AcuteCare Telemedicine (ACT) announces the addition of Lewis A. Massey as a member for the ACT Board of Advisors. Massey’s experience as a lawyer and as an executive with growth stage companies is invaluable to the partners at ACT and the business. Massey, a native of Gainesville, GA, is... - January 19, 2012 - AcuteCare Telemedicine
Arthritis and Bacterial Infection Research Nabs Win for Stevens Student
Stevens undergrad demonstrates how bacteria infection plays a role in arthritis. - January 19, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
EHR Vendor Empower Systems™ Launches Surescripts Certified e-Prescribing Solution for Inpatient, Ambulatory, and Emergency Department EHR Clients
ONC Certified Comprehensive EHR vendor Empower Systems™ recently announced successful Surescripts® certification of their e-Prescribing solution, which functions in tandem with their ONC Certified comprehensive Inpatient, Ambulatory, and Emergency Department applications. Clients will be able to immediately benefit from the enhanced medication prescription interactivity and directly meet relevant Meaningful Use guidelines for CMS Stimulus Payment qualification. - January 18, 2012 - Empower Systems
Unbound Medicine Adds Mobile Platforms and Content to Pediatric Care Online™ - American Academy of Pediatrics Point-of-Care Solution Available on iPad® and Windows Phone®
Unbound Medicine, a leader in knowledge management solutions for health care announces new mobile platforms and resources at Pediatric Care Online™ (PCO) from the American Academy of Pediatrics. PCO is now available as a downloadable native application for iPad® and Windows Phone®. Simultaneously, important new clinical information was added to the extensive library of references and tools. - January 17, 2012 - Unbound Medicine
New National Report Looks at Disparity Between Sizes of Models and Real Women; Eating Disorder Expert Looks at Links to Eating Disorders
A new report that came out in the January issue of PLUS Model magazine offers disturbing insight into the disparity between our society’s models and the real-life women they are purporting to represent. According to Judy Scheel, Ph.D., executive director of Cedar Associates, an eating disorder clinic in New York, this kind of disparity can go a long way to damaging young girls’ ideas of what it is to be beautiful, or even normal, and can lead to eating disorders. - January 14, 2012 - Cedar Associates
HealthEdSolutions.com Preps Healthcare Professionals for Certification with New PALS and ACLS Practice Questions
Leading Provider of ACLS Certification Releases ACLS and PALS Practice Tests and New Certification Preparation Special Section - January 12, 2012 - Health Education Solutions
5 Keys to Manage Bladder Weakness: Report Details Effective Treatments and Advice for Dealing with Leaking Bladder, Overactive Bladder, or Any Kind of Bladder Weakness
Special report details effective treatments and advice for dealing with leaking bladder, overactive bladder, or any kind of bladder weakness. - January 08, 2012 - VibrantNation.com
Walden Behavioral Care Plans Open House at New Braintree Clinic for Treating Eating Disorders
One of the country’s leading hospitals for treating eating disorders expanding in Braintree - January 07, 2012 - Walden Behavioral Care
Free Download Report Provides 10 Important Tips the Women of Vibrant Nation Think Others Should Know if Considering Bioidenticals for Menopause Relief
The controversy surrounding hormone therapy for midlife women continues. According to the New York Times, one full decade after the Women’s Health Initiative launched its $625 million study to examine the risks and benefits of menopause hormones, supplements and low-fat diets — the... - January 02, 2012 - VibrantNation.com
NewProductHelp.com Set to Lead Marketing Campaign for Dry Pants Invention
Ron T., New York resident and inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent his Dry Pants invention to potential licensees over the next 2 years. A simple yet effective new product designed to help men avoid an embarrassing and unsanitary... - December 29, 2011 - New Product Help, Inc.
William N. Boulware Has Recently Been Recognized by The Global Directory of Who’s Who Publication
William N. Boulware, of Florence, South Carolina, has recently been recognized by The Global Directory of Who’s Who for outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Internal Medicine. About William N. Boulware William N. Boulware received his MD from the Medical University of... - December 27, 2011 - Global Directory of Who's Who
PatientClick Offers Integration with Signature Pad
PatientClick’s web-based EHR software with a signature pad simplifies Authentication and improves the integrity of the system. Patients can feel safe, as this technology will protect the privacy of their information. - December 22, 2011 - PatientClick
Webcast Held at EULAR 2011 Launched on Website for Doctors
EPG Health Media is pleased to announce the launch of a new interactive webcast detailing three key presentations from a satellite symposium held at European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR) 2011. Hosted on the educational website for healthcare professionals www.epgonline.org, the webcast is... - December 07, 2011 - EPG Health Media
PhoneDOCTORx Exceeds 30,000 Physician-Patient Consultations via Telemedicine
Telemedicine pioneer PhoneDOCTORx (PDRx) announced today it delivered its 30,000th telemedicine consultation (since 2006) to Extended Care Facility (ECF) patients with patented telemedicine services - providing both audio and/or video access to Board Certified physicians during off hours. - December 06, 2011 - American Doctors Online
Dr. William Adams, Announces New Contest to Pick the Next Adams Center Ambassador
The Adams Center Ambassador Program was designed to educate their patients on their services, treatments, and products. - December 05, 2011 - The Adams Center
Survival Strategies Holds Its Highest Attended Convention for Private Practice Owners
Survival Strategies Inc. recently held their annual convention at the Red Rock Resort for professionals in Private Practice. With record breaking attendance, it proved to be an opportune time to release their new practice management software system. - November 25, 2011 - Survival Strategies Inc.
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
Healthy Holidays: Seniors Need to Stay Active and Engaged
Seniors look to Home Care Assistance’s Balanced Care Method™, which promotes smart lifestyle choices and maximum independence, to stay healthy this holiday season. - November 24, 2011 - Home Care Assistance
Bellanti's IMMUNOLOGY IV Published Today by I Care Press - New Edition of His Leading Immunology Textbook Series Now Features a Current State-of-the-Art Online Resource
I Care Press Announces the publication of Bellanti’s IMMUNOLOGY IV, a completely and newly written clinical and educational resource for students, faculty, residents, fellows, clinicians and other health care professionals. It utilizes the most advanced pedagogical and online aids and contains 25 chapters written by national and international experts to give users a deeper understanding of the immunologic principles and mechanisms as no other title can. - November 21, 2011 - I Care Press
Snoqualmie Valley Hospital Receives Stroke and Cardiac Center Designations
Helping reduce the time it takes time for residents to get life saving stoke and cardiac care. - November 20, 2011 - Snoqualmie Valley Hospital District
Review of Referral Increase Program Reveals Dramatic Increases in New Patient Referrals to Private Practices
A recent review of the results of Survival Strategies’ Referral Increase Training and Implementation Program brings to light a spectacular increase in New Patients and Clinic Production across the boards. - November 18, 2011 - Survival Strategies Inc.
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
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
No-Risk Prenatal Paternity Testing Provides Peace of Mind, Answering Important Questions Before Your Child’s Birth
ANY LAB TEST NOW-Wichita Falls is at the forefront of DNA family relationship testing, now offering a prenatal paternity test from blood collected from the pregnant mother and alleged expectant father. - November 03, 2011 - Any Lab Test Now
Children's Bodies Need Far Different Exercises than Adults - BodybuildingInWater.Com
After 11 years of researching how the forces of exercise move inside the human body, Structural Engineer Craig Wise, the inventor of Body Oars (Google "World's Greatest Workout Device") and founder of bodybuildinginwater.com, reveals an enormous difference he observed in the way children and adult bodies can be massively strengthened. - October 31, 2011 - High Efficiency Fitness Company
St. Peters Bone & Joint + MD-IT: Optimizing EMR Workflow
St. Peters Bone & Joint Surgery (SPBJ) realized an annual savings of $30,000 by optimizing their Sage electronic health record system with EMR Optimization software and service from MD-IT. - October 29, 2011 - MD-IT
SVHD 11-3 Lunch & Learn -- Insights from Those Who Receive Care
Join the next Snoqualmie Valley Hospital District Lunch and Learn on November 3rd at the Snoqualmie Fire Station for a special 1-1/2 hour panel discussion beginning at 12:00 noon. A diverse panel of care receivers will share their experiences and answer your questions. - October 28, 2011 - Snoqualmie Valley Hospital District
With a Focus on Total Mind and Body Wellness - Dr. Lisa Miller and Nurse Practitioner Alta Skelton Opened a Leading Edge Family Practice in Indy Called Excell for Life
Excell for Life Family Care and Pediatrics, the holistic healthcare provider that specializes in combining alternative and inclusive medicine with traditional methods, celebrates their grand opening! - October 26, 2011 - Excell for Life
Atlanta Based AcuteCare Telemedicine Marks Two Year Anniversary
AcuteCare Telemedicine (ACT), a leading provider in teleneurology services, reports significant growth despite the dynamic changes in the healthcare industry. The partners at ACT started the business to fill a growing need for 24/7 neurology coverage. The 4 Board Certified partners, all highly... - October 22, 2011 - AcuteCare Telemedicine
MAXAR BMS-511 & BMS-512 Bio-Magnetic Lumbro-Sacral Supports Receive Medicare Approval Under HCPCS Code L0627
ITA-MED Co., manufacturer of the ITA-MED, MAXAR and GABRIALLA brands of orthopedic and sports medicine products, is pleased to announce the receipt of Medicare approval for two new Bio-Magnetic Lumbo-Sacral Supports under the MAXAR Brand, the BMS-511 and the BMS-512. Bio-Magnetic Therapy is recommended by most experts as an effective drug free alternative for pain reduction and rehabilitation after back surgeries and injuries. - October 20, 2011 - ITA-MED Co.
Prostate Cancer Coalitions Emphatically Reject the Proposed “D” Prostate Cancer Recommendation of the U. S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF)
From The National Alliance of State Prostate Cancer Coalitions and The California Prostate Cancer Coalition The National Alliance of State Prostate Cancer Coalitions and the California Prostate Cancer Coalition emphatically reject the proposed “D” Prostate Cancer Recommendation of the... - October 15, 2011 - California Prostate Cancer Coalition
Customized Communications, Inc. Releases Postpartum Discharge Education Program on DVD
Customized Communications, Inc. releases A New Beginning Postpartum Discharge Education Program in English and Spanish on one DVD. Based on their popular book, A New Beginning, this video presentation is a wonderful resource for teaching new parents about postpartum self-care and baby care. Some... - October 12, 2011 - Customized Communications Inc.
Stairways Behavioral Health Opens New Family Therapy and Training Institute
In response to increased community demand for emotional support to families and neighborhoods dealing with trauma – and to best serve all families throughout Erie County – Stairways Behavioral Health announces the opening of a new clinic, on Erie’s East side, dedicated to the... - October 04, 2011 - Stairways Behavioral Health
Free Blood Pressure Training: Case Studies with Patient Simulator
MedEdu, LLC (www.easyauscultation.com) has expanded its online blood pressure training materials by adding a collection of 10 case studies. These cases include both hypertension and hypotension conditions in adults. Access to these materials is free. - September 29, 2011 - MedEdu, LLC
HealthSaaS Expands Strategic Alliance with BioSign Technologies to Include the Cloud Dx Solution and Non-Invasive Blood Glucose Measurements
HealthSaaS, Inc. has announced an expansion of their strategic alliance with BioSign Technologies Inc. (TSXV: BIO). Today’s announcement adds the Cloud Dx solution and non-invasive blood glucose measurements to the HealthSaaS Connected Outcomes Framework®. Frank Ille, CEO, HealthSaaS... - September 26, 2011 - HealthSaaS, Inc
CareSouth Homecare Professionals Names Bryant Stamps Regional Vice President of Business Development
Bryant Stamps has been named Regional Vice President of Business Development for CareSouth Homecare Professionals' Georgia and Alabama locations. - September 22, 2011 - CareSouth Health System, Inc.
Health Education Solutions Launches Healthcare Heroes Contest
Winner determined by votes earned for Hero Stories, receives free healthcare certification. - September 22, 2011 - Health Education Solutions
Flu is Here in Palm Beach County: Patients Test Positive for Influenza at Several Local MD Now Urgent Care Walk-in Medical Center Locations
First Influenza Cases of the 2011/2012 Flu Season Roll in This Week at MD Now Urgent Care Walk-in Medical Centers of Boca Raton and Lake Worth, Florida - September 15, 2011 - MD Now Urgent Care
Magic Lice Removal Offers Head Lice Awareness Presentations
Head lice treatment company and exclusive service provider of the LouseBuster(TM) Treatment throughout South Florida, offers schools and parent groups free head lice awareness presentations. - September 14, 2011 - Magic Lice Removal
Unbound Medicine and Elsevier Announce Partnership with Launch of Harriet Lane Handbook for Mobile Devices - Multi-Platform Release First Under New Licensing Agreement
Unbound Medicine, a leader in knowledge management solutions for healthcare, today announced a new licensing relationship with Elsevier, a leading provider of medical information products and solutions, with the launch of Harriet Lane Handbook for iOS (iPhone®, iPod touch®, iPad®),... - September 13, 2011 - Unbound Medicine
Back to School Tips to Prevent Head Lice Provided by Hair Whisperers
Head lice treatment professionals, Hair Whisperers, offers head lice tips for parents. - September 13, 2011 - Hair Whisperers
CareSouth Expands Low Vision Works Partnership Into Ft. Worth Area
CareSouth Homecare Professionals, a leading provider of home health care, announces expansion of Low Vision Works by CareSouth in Ft. Worth, Texas. The uniquely effective treatment for patients who suffer from low vision disabilities is now available in Tarrant and Denton counties. - September 09, 2011 - CareSouth Health System, Inc.
Treating ADHD Without Drugs: Cognitive Solutions Learning Center in Chicago Offers Non-Medicinal Alternatives
Cognitive Solutions Learning Center, a Chicago based clinic, offers a specialized approach for treating disorders of attention without the use of medication. - September 02, 2011 - Cognitive Solutions Learning Center
Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, N.J. Announces Scholarship Winner
The orthopedic surgeons of Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, Monroe, Jackson, and Wall, New Jersey recently awarded a $1000 scholarship to high school senior, Jeanne Russo of Farmingdale. - September 01, 2011 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Going Crazy? Or Just Visually Impaired? Free Video Explains Hallucinations Brought on by Low Vision
What many psychiatrists, psychologists, and neurologists don't know, but many low vision patients do, is that hallucinations are not all psychotic. Identified over 250 years ago, Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS) remains virtually unknown by most physicians. It is characterized by visual... - August 31, 2011 - Macular Degeneration Foundation
VersaSuite’s Version 8.0 Receives ONC-ATCB 2011/2012 Inpatient/Hospital Certification
Austin, TX based Health Care Software company adds Complete EHR Hospital Certification to its impressive suite of fully integrated EHR, PM, HIS, RIS/PACS, ASC and Inventory offerings. - August 31, 2011 - VersaSuite
EndoSoft Live at Australian Gastroenterology Week 2011
EndoSoft is pleased to announce their participation in the Australian Gastroenterology Week (AGW), September 11-15th 2011. - August 31, 2011 - EndoSoft
Eminent Kidney Experts Join Dialysis Discussion Panel in September
Nephrologists Peter Margetts, MD PhD FRCPC, and Andreas Pierratos, MD FRCP, will participate in a panel discussion on peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis, hosted by the Hamilton Chapter of the PKD Foundation of Canada on September 4, 2011. - August 29, 2011 - Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada
NAHC Annual Meeting: Caregiverlist CEO Presenting at 30th Annual National Association for Home Care and Hospice 2011 Meeting and Exposition
National Association for Home Care and Hospice annual meeting will include educational sessions, including presentation on online marketing tools by Caregiverlist.com's CEO, Julie Northcutt. - August 21, 2011 - Caregiverlist, Inc.