Recent Headlines
Within Specialized Health Services
Mindworks Hypnosis Receives 2011 Best of Bellevue Award
Connie Brannan, CHt. & Licensed Trainer of NLP (tm) and her company, Mindworks Hypnosis have received the "Best of Bellevue 2011 Award" in the category of "Weight Loss and Control Programs." - December 19, 2011 - Mindworks Hypnosis & NLP
Fitness Empire Formula Webinar on Making Your Mark in the Fitness Industry Now Available for Free Online Participation
A free webinar, “Fitness Empire Formula: Making Your Mark in the Fitness Industry,” is now available online. Offered by fitness and personal development guru John Spencer Ellis, the webinar focuses on getting started and succeeding in the industry. - December 18, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Call MD Plus Awards Grant to Cleveland Clinic’s Foundation
Call MD Plus is pleased to announce that they have awarded a grant to the Cleveland Clinic Educational Foundation, to support the ongoing efforts of Dr. Roizen’s Preventative and Integrative Medical Conference. Michael F. Roizen, MD, Chief Wellness Officer for the Cleveland Clinic, designed... - December 18, 2011 - Call MD Plus
Fitness Pros John Spencer Ellis and Kelli Calabrese Offer Free Video Training from Fitness Fortunes Live Event
Sharing the secrets that they have shared with fitness pros around the world with a broader audience, John Spencer Ellis and Kelli Calabrese now offer a free video training on creating a fitness fortune online. The video was filmed at Fitness Fortunes and provides five key tips on creating a fitness fortune. - December 17, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
PersonalTrainerTools.com Site Now Offers Three Free Reports on Building Successful Business for Personal Trainers
Personal trainers and fitness coaches who sign up at www.personaltrainertools.com now have access to three free reports on succeeding as a trainer, coach or fitness pro. The site also offers multiple links to a variety of other educational fitness resources and programs. - December 16, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Banner Good Samaritan Kidney Transplant Center Named Top in the United States
Arizona’s first kidney transplant center has been ranked as the top center in the United States. The hospital's transplant services team is dedicated to comprehensive patient care. - December 16, 2011 - Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center
Laser Spine Institute Employees Support Marine Toys for Tots Foundation
Leader in Endoscopic Spine Surgery Contributes to National Charity. - December 16, 2011 - Laser Spine Institute
Mixed Martial Arts Conditioning Association Certification Now Approved for NESTA Credits for Personal Training
The online certification program offered by the Mixed Martial Arts Conditioning Association (MMACA) is now approved for continuing education credits by the National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association (NESTA). These units satisfy all recertification requirements for the NESTA Personal Fitness Trainer program. - December 15, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Liposuction Leftovers for Stem Cell Treatment at bodySCULPT
Explore the New Benefits of Liposuction – Fat-Derived Stem Cells - December 15, 2011 - bodySCULPT®
Celebrity Personal Trainer in 30 Days Offers Tips and Secrets to Success in Industry Niche
The Celebrity Personal Trainer in 30 Days website provides an online program that includes a blueprint for becoming a successful trainer to the stars. The site was developed by John Spencer Ellis and Kelli Calabrese, who have both trained numerous celebrities and starred in a variety of programs. - December 14, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
The Orthokeratology Center Relocates Office to Bethesda Vision Care
Dr. Michael J. Weitz, Optometrist has moved The Orthokeratology Center to Bethesda Vision Care, 4300 East West Hwy., Bethesda, Maryland. - December 14, 2011 - The Orthokeratology Center
Dr. Michael Zadeh Selected for Patients' Choice Award 2011
Dr. Michael Zadeh of Encino, CA has been ranked among the top physicians in the nation based on patient reviews. - December 14, 2011 - Zadeh Surgical, Inc.
Vail, Colorado Orthopedic Shoulder and Elbow Surgeon, Dr. Peter J. Millett, Named Chair for the ASES 2013 Annual Meeting
Dr. Peter Millett, orthopedic shoulder surgeon and sports medicine specialist for The Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colorado, will join other orthopedic surgeons during the annual ASES 2013 meeting to discuss new techniques and procedures in the field of orthopedic elbow and shoulder surgery. - December 13, 2011 - Dr. Peter J. Millett
"Shamanism, Winter Blues and Your Purpose" on December 13 "Why Shamanism Now?" With Christina Pratt
On her radio show "Why Shamanism Now? A Practical Path to Authenticity,” teacher, author and founder of the Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing Christina Pratt about the winter blues and how, from a shamanic perspective, it’s an opportunity to reconnect with one’s soul’s purpose. - December 13, 2011 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
Fitness Guru John Spencer Ellis Offers Free Fitness Business and Marketing 101 Video Training Online
John Spencer Ellis, founder of a leading national fitness and personal development solutions company, now offers a free Fitness Business and Marketing 101 Video Training online. The training video lesson focuses on the fundamentals of succeeding in the fitness industry today. - December 11, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
"Bringing Health and Wellbeing to Children" with Jon Bredal on December 20 "Why Shamanism Now?"
On her radio show "Why Shamanism Now? A Practical Path to Authenticity,” teacher, author and founder of the Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing Christina Pratt talks to Jon Bredal about effective healing practices that can be used with children who have challenges. - December 11, 2011 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
Stairways Behavioral Health Awarded Accreditation from the Joint Commission
Stairways Behavioral Health, the largest mental health provider serving northwestern Pennsylvania, was recently awarded full accreditation from the Joint Commission for Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), the gold seal of the health care industry in the USA. Stairways has earned and maintained JCAHO certification since 1999. - December 11, 2011 - Stairways Behavioral Health
DASHA to Participate as a Sponsor in an Event Hosted by NY Giants Professional Athletes to Benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Shannon and Dr. Darren Pollack, D.C., co-founders of DASHA, New York City’s leading lifestyle and wellness center, will join hosts from the New York Giants and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in cooperation with Build-A-Bear for a celebration and awareness event on December 13, 2011. - December 11, 2011 - DASHA wellness & spa
Laser Spine Institute Chairman of Surgery to Serve on GE Healthcare Pain Management Medical Advisory Board
Dr. Michael C. Weiss Joins GE Healthcare Pain Management Medical Advisory Board. - December 11, 2011 - Laser Spine Institute
International Triathlon Coaching Association Certification Earns Approval from USA Triathlon for Continuing Education Credits
The International Triathlon Coaching Association (ITCA) recently gained approval from USA Triathlon (USAT), the governing body of the sport, for continuing education credits. This recognition honors the overall quality and excellence of ITCA’s online certification program. - December 10, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Mary Cogar Receives Community Human Rights Award
The United National Association of the National Capital Area (UNA-NCA) today recognized Mary C. Cogar, Clinical Director of Advocates for Survivors of Torture and Trauma (ASTT) with the Community Human Rights Award, 2011. In 1999, Dr. Cogar, a licensed psychologist joined with ASTT to assist... - December 10, 2011 - Advocates for Survivors of Torture and Trauma
Marin Services for Women, Inc. Awarded $975K SAMHSA Grant
The 33 year old agency, newly relocated to its original Larkspur location, is a grant recipient in the SAMHSA program offering enhanced addiction treatment to pregnant and postpartum women. - December 09, 2011 - Marin Services for Women
NESTA’s Personal Fitness Trainer Certification Program Now Approved for GI Bill Tuition Reimbursement
The Department of Veteran Affairs recently approved the National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association’s (NESTA) Personal Fitness Trainer Certification Program for reimbursement under the GI Bill. Military personnel interested in pursuing a personal fitness career can learn more at http://www.nestacertified.com/military/. - December 08, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Health Care Reform- Dr. Kipp Van Camp, a Practicing Physician, and His View of What is Ailing Us (and the US)
Maybe you haven’t noticed yet, but the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) that the Democratic Congress passed in 2010 is already impacting your health care. Dr. Kipp A. Van Camp, a triple boarded Interverntional Radiologist with 25 years experience in the medical field, gives a physician's view of how health care reform will impact the average American in "Misdiagnosis: A practicing physicians case study in health care reform." - December 08, 2011 - Dr. Kipp A. Van Camp
AcuteCare Telemedicine Announces Partnership with Taylor Regional Hospital
AcuteCare Telemedicine (ACT) announces a new partnership with Taylor Regional Hospital, a private, not-for-profit facility with 55 beds in Hawkinsville, GA. Taylor Regional Hospital now has access to telemedicine technologies that will provide personal neurology consultation to the patients at the... - December 08, 2011 - AcuteCare Telemedicine
New Jersey Bariatric Center Welcomes Its Newest Team Member Leigh Montes, MD
The addition of Dr. Montes allows the New Jersey Bariatric Center to offer patients the knowledge and expertise of four surgeons specially trained in laparoscopic weight loss surgery procedures. - December 08, 2011 - New Jersey Bariatric Center
New Advanced Fall Prevention and Balance Potential to Save Lives and Improve Health Longevity
Fall Prevention and Balance Test to prevent falls and balance problems by assessing weaknesses in one’s balance potential. - December 08, 2011 - Beaches Osteopathic Centre
Fitness Guru John Spencer Ellis Engages Social Media to Offer Free Video Advice for Personal Trainers
John Spencer Ellis, founder of a leading national fitness and personal development solutions company, is currently taking fitness-focused questions from personal trainers and other fitness pros via his Facebook page. He then creates a video lesson in response to those queries. - December 07, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
San Francisco Plastic Surgeon, Dr. David Kahn, Offers Surgery to Repair Earlobes After Years of Spacer Use
Cosmetic Surgeon Now Helps the Hip Repair their Stretched or Torn Ear Lobes and Prepare for Job Interviews. - December 07, 2011 - The Kahn Center for Cosmetic Surgery
FitnessFortunes.com Provides Business Mentorship Program for Personal Trainers Interested in Growing Business
To help mentor personal trainers who are new to the business or need advice on sparking their business. FitnessFortunes.com offers a mentorship program for trainers. Personal trainers can check out free online videos on the business of training and sign up for an affordable monthly membership. - December 07, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Himalayan Salt Cave Opens in Burnham; One of Only Two in Pa.
Dr. Margaret Smiechowski, North America's foremost expert on Himalayan salt, is pleased to announce that her latest salt cave design is set to be revealed on December 1st, 2011, at the opening of the Simply Health/Curves Wellness Center in Burnham, PA. Like all of her salt caves, the Burnham cave... - December 07, 2011 - Salt Cave, VT
Compass to Care Childhood Cancer Foundation Launches New Website Designed by EPIC
Nonprofit website designed by volunteers takes visitors on journey through childhood cancer travel challenges. - December 07, 2011 - Compass to Care
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
FastMed Urgent Care Prepares to Treat the Top 5 Holiday Health Mishaps
Local urgent care adds 3 new locations, uses mobile health app iTriage, to prepare for the busiest time of the year. - December 07, 2011 - iTriage, LLC
Winter Park Laser Hosts Annual Holiday Event
Winter Park Laser & Anti-Aging Center is celebrating the beauty of the holidays and of women with the Orlando & Winter Park community by hosting their annual “Holiday VIP Client Appreciation Bash.” - December 07, 2011 - Winter Park Laser & Anti-Aging Center
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
Pre-Diabetes: Your Second Chance at Good Health Teleclass Debuts in January 2012
People diagnosed with pre-diabetes now have an option, without leaving home, for learning how to manage or eliminate the condition through good nutrition. - December 06, 2011 - Gretchen Scalpi, RD, CDE
NESTA Launches Enhanced Website Focused on Personal Training, Fitness Education and Wellness Programs
The National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association (NESTA) recently re-launched its website, www.nestacertified.com, to provide more options and ease of use for personal trainers, coaches and fitness pros. The organization is dedicated to be a full-service provider of fitness, nutrition and wellness solutions. - December 05, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
"Shamanism, Abandonment, and Fulfillment" on December 6 "Why Shamanism Now?" with Christina Pratt
On her radio show "Why Shamanism Now? A Practical Path to Authenticity,” teacher, author, and founder of the Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing Christina Pratt talks about fear of abandonment, how it sabotages us, and how doing shamanic work can not only heal this, but use this fear to lead to greater fulfillment. - December 05, 2011 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
World Hypnotism Day Open House to be Hosted by Gulf Shores Hypnosis and Family Care Naturally
Gulf Shores Hypnosis and Family Care Naturally will host a celebration of the 8th annual World Hypnotism Day. The public is invited to learn more about hypnosis. The mission of World Hypnotism Day is to remove the myths and misconceptions clouding hypnosis while promoting the truth and benefits of hypnotism to the people of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, AL. - December 05, 2011 - Gulf Shores Hypnosis
Chris Witherspoon from Gulf Shores Hypnosis to Speak at South Baldwin Newcomers
Chris Witherspoon will speak to the Newcomers club on January 3rd. She will explain hypnosis and its benefits. - December 05, 2011 - Gulf Shores Hypnosis
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
Pediatric Dentist in Hinsdale, IL Keeps Smiles Healthy with New Practice
Dr. Miranda Albert, pediatric dentist in Hinsdale, IL, announces the opening of Brush Pediatric Dentistry and discusses the benefits of pediatric dentistry. - December 04, 2011 - Brush Pediatric Dentistry
Laser Spine Institute Announces December Seminars
Leader in Endoscopic Spine Surgery Offers Complimentary Medical Presentations and Treatment Options - December 04, 2011 - Laser Spine Institute
Center for Chiropractic & Wellness Releases Podcast on the Benefits of Whole Nutrition
Dr. Jennifer Greenfield Discusses How Whole Food Consumption Affects Overall Health - December 04, 2011 - Center for Chiropractic & Wellness, PLLC
U.S. Secret Service Uses NESTA’s Speed Agility and Quickness Specialist Training to Train Agents
Now used by the U.S. Secret Service for training agents, the National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association’s (NESTA) online speed agility and quickness training focuses on speed, strength and agility for athletes of all levels. The certification is a great complement to other fitness trainings and programs. - December 03, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Longevity Pilates Annual Food Drive
Longevity Pilates has Begun their Annual Holiday Food Drive. Longevity Pilates, located at 16 Grove Avenue in Verona is accepting donations of food now through December 15th. Any non-perishable, non-expired food items will be gratefully accepted. The food will be donated to local food banks... - December 03, 2011 - Longevity Pilates LLC
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
Chiropractic Clinic in Houston Now Accepts Patients with Workers' Compensation and Auto Insurance
Clear Lake Chiropractic, a Houston-based chiropractic clinic, is pleased to offer treatment to patients with a variety of different insurance policies. - December 03, 2011 - Clear Lake Chiropractic
Fort Collins Scoliosis Doctor Offers New Treatment; Out Patient Treatment Alternative to Back Bracing and Spinal Surgeries
A Fort Collins Scoliosis doctor announces a new, effective treatment for scoliosis through a non-surgical, all natural collection of therapies. Prior to this new treatment, scoliosis patients had to wear braces, have surgery, or endure symptoms. - December 03, 2011 - Spine Correction Center of the Rockies