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Austin, TX, June 21, 2024 — Tracy King, RN, CCM, is looking forward to sharing her knowledge regarding Dementia and the care needs surrounding the necessary support. Her goal is that you will leave the presentation with a better understanding of what Dementia is, how to better support your loved one with Dementia, and where to access resources for additional support and education. “My passion…

Denver, CO, June 19, 2024 –HealthONE’s Sky Ridge Medical Center is pleased to welcome Eric Evans as its new president and CEO, effective today. Prior to being named to this position, Evans was the Chief Executive Officer and market President at Corpus Christi Medical Center (CCMC) in Corpus Christi, Texas. He succeeds Sky Ridge CEO Kirk McCarty, who was named CEO of HCA Healthcare’s Menorah…

Columbia, SC, June 18, 2024 — The Dr. Wes Heroman Scholarship for Healthcare Students is now accepting applications for its inaugural award cycle, offering a one-time award of $1,000 to a deserving student. This scholarship, established by the distinguished ophthalmologist Dr. Wes Heroman, is aimed at nurturing the next generation of healthcare professionals who exhibit exceptional academic prowess, a deep passion for healthcare, and a…

Greensboro, NC, June 15, 2024 — Carolina Pediatrics of the Triad announces the expansion of their practice with the addition of Dr. Rozita Akhbari. Dr. Akhbari attended Iran University of Medical Science and completed her residency at SUNY Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY. Dr. Akhbari is married with two daughters. When not practicing medicine, she enjoys hiking, biking, traveling, cooking and trying new cuisines.…

Fort Smith, AR, June 15, 2024 — As summer vacation season approaches, River Valley Smile Center is committed to helping families maintain their oral hygiene routines while traveling. With many people planning trips and adventures, it can be easy to overlook dental care. Their dental experts have compiled a list of practical travel dental tips to ensure everyone can keep their smiles healthy and bright,…

Gurgaon/New Delhi, June 14:Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute and Research Centre (RGCIRC), in partnership with PROJECT I AM ENOUGH – led by Siya Tayal, organized a Breast Reconstruction Awareness Program to destigmatize breast reconstruction surgery and empower cancer survivors with knowledge on rehabilitation into society, fulfilling their wishes and aspirations. The global incidence of breast cancer is projected to increase from 2.3 million new cases in…

Washington, DC, June 13, 2024 –Kidney Care Partners (KCP) – the nation’s leading kidney care multi-stakeholder coalition representing patient advocates, physician organizations, health professional groups, dialysis providers, researchers, and manufacturers – today commends Sens. Ben Ray Luján (D-NM) and Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) for introducing the Kidney Patient Access to Technologically Innovative and Essential Nephrology Treatments (PATIENT) Act, which would delay for two years the inclusion…

LeRoy, NY, June 13, 2024 –Cornerstone Healthcare Consulting and Management is excited to announce a limited-time promotion on their highly sought-after medical practice tune-up packages. Medical practices now have the opportunity to access these comprehensive services at a 60% discount. Reduce Your Practice’s Expenses A key highlight of this promotion is Cornerstone’s commitment to ensuring the viability of private medical practices. The expense consulting service…

Greensburg, PA, June 12, 2024 — Mutual Aid Ambulance Service has added blood administration to its ambulance pre-hospital care capabilities. Having blood on board ambulances will allow paramedics to better care for patients prior to their transfer to a hospital. While EMS providers have typically administered fluids intravenously to patients, the use of blood is becoming more prevalent as experts believe the practice will help…

Buffalo, NY, June 11, 2024 — A landmark study led by Dr. Soo-Kyung Lee, Chief Scientific Officer at the FOXG1 Research Foundation and Empire Innovation Professor and Om P. Bahl Endowed Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at University at Buffalo, and Dr. Jae Lee, Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at University at Buffalo, in collaboration with Dr. Kathrin Meyer, who is…

Princeton, NJ, June 10, 2024 –The expansion of medical device technology has led to greater cybersecurity risks, necessitating comprehensive strategies to protect patient data and ensure business continuity. To address these challenges, QG Media, an ISMG company, presents HealthSec: Cybersecurity for Healthcare Summit USA. Scheduled for June 12-13, 2024, in Boston, the summit will focus on protecting healthcare and life sciences sectors in the U.S.…

Phoenix, AZ, June 08, 2024 — Interim HealthCare of Gilbert AZ Expands Services with their New License for Skilled Home Healthcare. Serving the greater Phoenix Valley area with services including: Personal Care, Skilled Home Care, Palliative Care and Medical Staffing. Interim HealthCare is proud to announce that it is now a fully licensed skilled healthcare facility, authorized to provide skilled home care services. This significant…

Washington, DC, June 07, 2024 — Kidney Care Partners (KCP) – the nation’s leading kidney care multi-stakeholder coalition representing patient advocates, physician organizations, health professional groups, dialysis providers, researchers and manufacturers – today commends Sens. Ben Cardin (D-MD) and Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) for re-introducing The Chronic Kidney Disease Improvement in Research and Treatment Act (S. 4469). A companion bill (H.R. 5027) was introduced by Reps.…

Bay Shore, NY, June 04, 2024 –New York Health (NY Health) is pleased to announce that board-certified Family Medicine Physician Claudia Selgrad, MS, DO, has joined its primary care team. Dr. Selgrad will be practicing at 69 W Main Street, Bay Shore, NY 11706. “We’re excited to welcome Dr. Claudia Selgrad to NY Health,” said Dr. Chris Ng, Chief Medical Officer and Executive Director of…

Rapid City, SD, June 04, 2024 — Black Hills Surgical Hospital (“BHSH”), the #1 Hospital in the Nation for Major Orthopedic Surgery for Medical Excellence and Patient Safety by CareChex, is expanding its services and will begin offering heart and vascular care in conjunction with the opening of the Black Hills Heart & Vascular Institute in the fall of 2024. Led by three highly trained…

Baton Rouge, LA, June 03, 2024 –Neurofibromatosis type 1, a genetic condition that causes tumors to grow along nerves, occurs in 1 in 3,000 to 4,000 people worldwide. Although the tumors are usually benign, they can cause blindness, deafness, disfigurement, bone abnormalities, learning disabilities, and disabling pain. eurofibromatosis 1, more commonly called NF1, is also associated with an increased risk of other tumors including leukemia,…

Wilmington, DE, June 03, 2024 — CloudLIMS, a leading SaaS company offering a secure, configurable Laboratory Information Management System, is pleased to announce a complimentary webinar titled “Labs of Tomorrow: Leveraging LIMS Reporting for Growth & Patient Satisfaction” on June 18, 2024, at 9 AM PDT (5 P.M. BST). The webinar will be presented by Montserrat Valdes, Sr. Scientist, CloudLIMS.com and Joyneel Acharya, Co-founder and…

Pune, May 29, 2024: In a significant medical achievement, Sahyadri Super Speciality Hospital, Hadapsar, successfully performed a liver transplant on Mr. Sanjay Chavan (name changed) who is from Washim, who had been suffering from decompensated liver cirrhosis for the past three years. This life-saving surgery underscores the importance of timely medical intervention and the profound impact of organ donation. Mr. Chavan had been battling severe…

Mumbai, India, May 28, 2024 –Kryptonite Solutions, a pioneer in healthcare technology development, has again set a new standard in patient care with the revolutionary MRI Virtual Skylights. These Virtual Skylights, a unique offering in the market, empower healthcare centres to deliver excellent patient experiences, setting a benchmark to enhance the healthcare journey. The Virtual Skylights are not just a point of reference but a…

Austin, TX, May 27, 2024 — On the second Tuesday of each month, LT Senior Services facilitates a free seminar on an important topic. Seminars are held at the Lake Travis Community Library, and are also presented online via Zoom. Future scheduled topics include: June 11: How to Get the Best Value and Safest Care from Your Healthcare Providers July 9: Living with Alzheimer’s Disease…