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Riverwoods Urgent Care Uses Smartphone Technology to Connect Patients with Medical Assistance
Local stand-alone urgent care uses iTriage to reach Mobile Smartphone users. - March 14, 2010 - iTriage, LLC
AlternaMD.com Offers Unlimited Personal Health Coaching
Members of a new online service receive personal guidance from professionals to help them reach their health and wellness goals. - March 14, 2010 - AlternaMD
Multi-Million Dollar Expansion Complete at North Tampa Eye Surgery Center
Patients finally have the chance to view surgery live before undergoing it themselves. Cataract, bladeless LASIK, glaucoma, and cosmetic procedures are now being performed in Newsom Eye’s surgical center, Tampa Surgery Center. Observation windows enabling live viewing of surgery along with... - March 14, 2010 - Newsom Eye
New Therapy for Prevention of Local Lung Tumor Recurrence
Researchers use a low-dose chemotherapeutic polymer film to deliver drugs directly to lung tissue following surgical resection of a tumor. - March 14, 2010 - Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Study Finds Many New Prescriptions Go Unfilled
Potential health benefits are not being realized because more than a quarter of new prescriptions are never filled. - March 14, 2010 - Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Getzwell Pediatrics Celebrates Second Anniversary in Noe Valley – Open House Set for March 13, 2010
GetzWell Pediatrics begins its third year of offering integrative pediatrics in Noe Valley in March, 2010. - March 13, 2010 - Getzwell Pediatrics
Kessler Joins Visiting Physicians Association's® Kentucky Office
Kessler hired as the newest physician in VPA office that covers northern Kentucky, including Boone, Pendleton, Kenton, Campbell, Bracken, Grant and Gallatin Counties. - March 13, 2010 - Visiting Physicians Association
Dr. Jim Augustine Elected to Chair Position with The Joint Commission
EMP congratulates James J. Augustine, MD, FACEP, who was elected for a two year term as Chair of the Hospital Professional and Technical Advisory Committee (PTAC) for The Joint Commission. Dr. Augustine is a nationally recognized speaker and educator in Emergency Medicine, Emergency Department... - March 13, 2010 - Emergency Medicine Physicians (EMP)
CRP Found to Have Implication for Patients After Undergoing Surgery
C-reactive protein levels predict hospital length of stay and long-term risk of death after surgery. - March 12, 2010 - Brigham and Women’s Hospital
New Analysis of Jupiter Data Finds Statin Therapy for Apparently Healthy Women Significantly Reduced Risk for Cardiovascular Events
Women with acceptable levels of bad cholesterol but elevated high sensitivity C-reactive protein levels benefited greatly from a daily regimen of rosuvastatin. - March 12, 2010 - Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Brief: Researchers Identify a Means of Improving the Cryopreservation of Biological Materials
In the cryopreservation of biological materials, size, temperature and composition of a water droplet determine whether the droplet is vitrified or crystallized. - March 12, 2010 - Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Breast Cancer Survivors Who Take Aspirin Have Half the Risk of Dying from the Disease
New research shows women who take aspirin after a breast cancer diagnosis lower their risk of a recurrence and death from the disease. - March 12, 2010 - Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Epione Laser Breast Lift Poised to Lead Breast Enhancement Trends
Revolutionary Non-surgical Laser Breast Enhancement Procedure Offers Safe, Long-Lasting Alternative to Surgery. - March 11, 2010 - Epione Medical Corp
Blue Water Spa Will be a Sponsor for "Appetite 4 Art"
Blue Water Spa is a plastic surgery medical spa owned and operated by board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Michael Law and his wife, Kile Law. The spa participates in many community events, and since opening in 2003, the spa has donated over $4,000,000 to local charities and non-profit organizations. - March 11, 2010 - Blue Water Spa / Michael Law MD
Blue Water Spa Will be a Supporter for the Montessori School of Raleigh
Blue Water Spa is a plastic surgery medical spa owned and operated by board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Michael Law and his wife, Kile Law. The spa participates in many community events, and since opening in 2003, the spa has donated over $4,000,000 to local charities and non-profit organizations. - March 11, 2010 - Blue Water Spa / Michael Law MD
Smokers Get Hypnotised in Front of Their PCs for Free
UK based charity and international non-profit organisation NoSmokingAgain.org has created an On-line Hypnotherapy Website where smokers who want to kick the habit can register to receive free-of-charge clinical cognitive hypnotherapy via the Internet. Smokers undergo hypnosis sessions to quit... - March 11, 2010 - No Smoking Again
Dental Tours Turkey Launches All-in-One Treatment Services in Turkey
Dental Tours Turkey launches its new website for patients seeking affordable dental care in Istanbul. The cost of getting the same high quality dental treatment is 75% less than average prices in Europe. - March 11, 2010 - Dental Tours Turkey
Epione Offers the Latest Beauty Injection Innovation
Epione introduces the latest advance in dermal filler injections. Treatment Will Be Less Painful With Dermal Fillers; Juvéderm®, Radiesse® and Restylane® Pre-filled Syringes Mixed With Lidocaine. - March 10, 2010 - Epione Medical Corp
NuU Medspa Support Local Chicago Theatre, Infusion Theatre Co.
NuU Medspa help support Infusion Theatre Co. for their third consecutive year, kick off season 2010-2011, with silent auction donations that will benefit theatre infused with many facets of entertainment. Now in their fourth year, Infusion Theatre has already made a name for themselves in... - March 10, 2010 - NuU Unlimited
Free Bioidetical Hormone Replacement Therapy Seminar in Little Rock, AR
BodyLogicMD Announces: Bioidentical Hormone Therapy Seminar: Little Rock, AR – Dr. Constance Crisp. What: Menopause and Andropause (The Male Menopause) & All Natural Bioidentical Hormone Therapy Seminar Where: Aristotle, 401 W Capitol, Suite 700, Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 When: Thursday, March 18th, 2010, 6:00pm-7:00pm Who should attend? Women and men ages 35+ suffering from the symptoms of hormonal imbalance such as weight gain, lost libido, mood swings, hot flashes. - March 10, 2010 - BodyLogicMD
Custom In-Home Massage for Residents of Highland Park, TX
Balken Massage announces more accessible options for in-home and in-office massage for the residents of Highland Park, TX. - March 10, 2010 - Balken Massage
Alliance Chiropractic Center: Hickory Chiropractic Physicians Have Research Published
Alliance Chiropractic Center is proud to announce that Dr. Rodney Slusher and Dr. Brad Shook have become published researchers in the field of spinal radiology. Their research, which has been 4 years in the making, was recently peer-reviewed and approved for publication unanimously. Dr. Shook... - March 10, 2010 - Alliance Chiropractic Center
Alliance Chiropractic Center - Treating Balance Disorders by Addressing the Cause
Dr. Brad Shook and Dr. Rodney Slusher of Alliance Chiropractic Center is proud to announce that they are now offering treatment for balance disorders. Balance disorders affects millions of people and although not a condition of the spine, the Doctors of Alliance Chiropractic Center boast an... - March 10, 2010 - Alliance Chiropractic Center
Alliance Chiropractic Center Announces New Website chiropractorinhickory.com
Hickory Business expands. - March 10, 2010 - Alliance Chiropractic Center
“Is Shamanism a Path to Enlightenment?” on March 10 “Why Shamanism Now?” Radio Show
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 explores whether shamanism is a path to transformation and enlightenment, and if shamanism should be practiced intentionally for this purpose. - March 10, 2010 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
21st Century Oncology to Hold Seminar on Advanced Technology to Fight Prostate Cancer
GPS isn’t just for driving directions anymore. Today’s radiation treatments for cancer patients can now pinpoint tumor locations and direct treatment to tumors with laser-like precision, just like your car or phone’s GPS can detect your exact location. Those wanting to learn more... - March 10, 2010 - 21st Century Oncology
Sunrise Dental Offers Free Teeth Whitening to All New Customers
Sunrise Dental now offering Free Teeth Whitening to All New Customers (Value at $450) which will included initial exam, necessary x-rays and cleaning service. - March 10, 2010 - Sunrise Dental by Abraham Ghorbanian, DDS
Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Now Covered by Insurance at Wellness & Better Health Chiropractic, P.A.
Spinal decompression is now covered by insurance. - March 10, 2010 - Wellness & Better Health Chiropractic P.A.
Visiting Physicians Association® Adds Judith H. Weiss, M.D., to East Cleveland Office
Weiss hired as the newest physician in VPA office that covers the greater Cleveland area, including Lake, Geauga, Ashtabula, Northern Summit and Northern Portage Counties. - March 10, 2010 - Visiting Physicians Association
NuStep Sponsors Spokesperson Kristina Ripatti as a Featured Presenter at IHRSA 2010
Paralyzed LAPD Veteran Encourages Health Clubs to Offer Inclusive Equipment, like the NuStep T5XR recumbent cross-trainer. - March 10, 2010 - NuStep, Inc.
ICTS Awarded Contract for Fifth Consecutive Fibromyalgia Study
Tom Sturgis, president of ICTS (Integrated Clinical Trial Services, LLC) (www.icts.us), has announced that the company has been awarded its fifth consecutive patient enrollment services contract in a series of fibromyalgia studies with the same sponsor. ICTS has been working with this sponsor, a... - March 10, 2010 - Integrated Clinical Trial Services
Dr.Cote of Erin Mills Optimum Health Published Book on Science of Chiropractic
Erin Mills Optimum Health, a full service Chiropractic clinic since 1977 in Ontario, Canada, announcing the publication of book written by Dr. Micheline Cote, one of the leading chiropractic doctor of the clinic. - March 10, 2010 - Erin Mills Optimum Health
Dr. Cynthia Seaman Expert Chicago Chiropractor Completes Advanced Acupuncture Protocols Course
Dr. Cynthia Seaman, Chicago’s leading chiropractor, and chiropractic authority, has recently completed post graduate studies of advanced chiropractic acupuncture protocols for specific conditions. Dr. Seaman has been performing the acupuncture, the ancient traditional Chinese medical treatment, for twenty-three years in her Northwest side Chicago practice. - March 09, 2010 - Seaman Chiropractic Center
China Connection Global Healthcare Publishes Introduction to Destination Healthcare White Paper
White Paper Addresses Issues Cited by 30% of Chief Financial Officers as One of the Top 3 for Their Firms - March 09, 2010 - China Connection Global Healthcare
Blue Water Spa of Raleigh Will be a Supporter for the Carolina Hurricanes
Blue Water Spa is a plastic surgery medical spa owned and operated by board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Michael Law and his wife, Kile Law. The spa participates in many community events, and since opening in 2003, the spa has donated over $4,000,000 to local charities and non-profit organizations. - March 08, 2010 - Blue Water Spa / Michael Law MD
Anger Management Guru to Host New Certification Training in New Jersey
For the second time since he started providing training in anger management, George Anderson, MSW, CEAP, will facilitate a live three-day anger management training seminar in the state of New Jersey. - March 08, 2010 - Anderson & Anderson, APC
American Jets Air Ambulance Appoints David O. Bump as Program Director
American Jets Air Ambulance has appointed David O. Bump to their management staff as Director of Program Deveolopment - March 08, 2010 - American Jets Air Ambulance
Dr. John Kagan Provides Surgical Animations on New Web Site Designed to be an Educational Resource for the Community
Patients of Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon John Kagan, M.D.—as well as community members—can now learn about surgical procedures and pain management options without ever leaving their homes. - March 07, 2010 - Dr. John C. Kagan
Little Known in the US Natural Asthma Treatment is Available in Minnesota
Surprisingly effective drug free asthma therapy called the Buteyko Method has been practiced around the world for decades and only now is making its way into the United States. Minnesota is one of the few US states to offer a Buteyko Course with a qualified Practitioner. - March 06, 2010 - Buteyko Clinic USA
Optimal Imaging Announces Relationship with City of Oaks Health and Rehabilitation Center, North Carolina
Optimal Imaging, a mobile ultrasound provider headquarted in Cary today announced a service relationship with City of Oaks Health and Rehabilitation Center, North Carolina. This relationship allows residents to receive a full range of advanced diagnostic ultrasound examinations in the comfort of... - March 06, 2010 - Optimal Imaging
Kelly Eye Center Continues to Pioneer Cataract Surgery by Offering the First Aberration-free Accommodating IOL Designed to Improve Near Vision
Kelly Eye Center, the Triangle’s leader in cataract surgery, is pleased to offer patients Crystalens® AO Intraocular Lens (IOL). The updated Aspheric Optic (AO) lens procedure was approved by the FDA in late 2009. Crystalens AO is designed to be free of spherical aberration, light is... - March 06, 2010 - Kelly Eye Center
Fort Worth Selected as the Site for the Newest Visiting Physicians Association® Office
VPA specializes in the care of the geriatric and home bound patient. Founded in 1993, it now has more than 140 highly-qualified physicians and specialists on staff who are experts in treating the needs of the aged through comprehensive medical care in the home ranging from routine exams to complex treatment plans. - March 06, 2010 - Visiting Physicians Association
First Time Pediatric Feeding Course Being Offered in Canada
Mealtime Miseries: Management Of Complex Feeding Disorders, a pediatric training workshop that focuses on feeding problems affecting children. June 10 and 11, 2010 Toronto, Ontario at the Crowne Plaza Hotel Toronto Airport. - March 05, 2010 - E.P.A.T. Workshops
Saint Joseph-Mount Sterling Uses Wireless EKGs in Ambulances to Help Save Rural Heart Attack Victims
New program will slash time from heart attack diagnosis to treatment, reducing heart injury and saving lives - March 05, 2010 - Saint Joseph Health System
Rasayanaprash – India’s Patented Ayurvedic Formulation for Immunity Promotion - a Herbal Drink for Rejuvenation and Longevity from CACRC Jaipur, India
"Rasayanaprash a patented herbal formulation has evolved after years of therapeutic applications" as said by its inventor Dr. Rajesh Kotecha, Global Ayurveda Physician 2007, CACRC Jaipur. This indigenous herbal granules is a special group of rasayana herbs to enhance general immunity with anti-stress and anti-fatigue properties - March 05, 2010 - Chakrapani Ayurveda Clinic & Research Center
Epione Beverly Hills Featured on ABC News: New Technology That Determines Your Skin’s True Age
On March 1, 2010 Dr. Simon Ourian was featured on KABC7 Los Angeles’ 11:00 News demonstrating a system that can reveal the skin’s true age. With help from this device Dr. Ourian is able to obtain the deepest possible understanding of a patient’s skin. - March 04, 2010 - Epione Medical Corp
MUMC’s StrokeOne Earns American Stroke Association Award
For the third year in a row Memorial University Medical Center (MUMC) in Savannah, Georgia has received the American Stroke Association’s Get With The GuidelinesSM Stroke (GWTG–Stroke) Silver Performance Achievement Award. - March 04, 2010 - Memorial Health
ICTS Provides Solutions for Rheumatology Study
Tom Sturgis, president of ICTS (Integrated Clinical Trial Services, LLC) (www.icts.us), has announced that the company has completed the development and implementation of a program designed to increase patient consent in a rheumatology study. The ongoing and parallel studies showed a low consent... - March 04, 2010 - Integrated Clinical Trial Services
Massage Elite Begins New Massage and Day Spa Franchise Offering
Kala Group, LLC based out of Scottsdale, Arizona is happy to announce the creation of Massage Elite, a new concept in massage and day spa franchising. Massage Elite is offering franchises to established day spas, independent massage therapists, and those opening a new day spa or massage practice. - March 04, 2010 - Massage Elite
OCRI’s I.T. in HealthCare Invites Vocantas’ Director of Health Solutions as New Committee Member
Josée Healey, Director, Health Solutions at Vocantas Inc. joins as OCRI’s (Ottawa Centre for Research and Innovation) newest member of the I.T. in Healthcare program committee. The I.T. in Healthcare program focuses on technologies that have been implemented, IT infrastructure... - March 04, 2010 - Vocantas Inc