Tag: Health and Medical
C.A.I. Cardiologists Shares the Symptoms of Heart Disease and Arrhythmia and When to See a Doctor
MESA, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- C.A.I., A Cardiovascular and Arrhythmia Institute cardiology clinic in Mesa, Arizona shares tips to recognize warning signs when it's time to see a cardiologist. Approximately one in four individuals die from heart disease each year in the US, with coronary heart disease being the most common.
Residents Medical Helps Canadian Med School Grads Get Residencies
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Canadian medical students and graduates are facing limitations and challenges when it comes to finding credible medical residencies. Residents Medical is offering solutions.
8th Annual Spine IEP Fellows and Young Surgeons’ Course Sets Record Attendance
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Magnifi Group Inc. reported a record number of Spine Fellows and Young Surgeons from top spine centers and hospitals across the U.S. in attendance at the 8th Annual Spine IEP Fellows and Young Surgeons' Course in San Francisco, Calif., on November 16-18, 2018.
CARR Welcomes New Board Member, Ms. Susan Valoff
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Consumer Advocates for RCFE Reform (CARR) is pleased to welcome Ms. Susan Valoff as its newest member of the Board of Directors. Ms. Valoff was installed in this role at the organization's last board meeting on 14 November 2018.
Dr. Michael Paisner Joins the Spodak Dental Group Team
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Dr. Michael Paisner, an accomplished and talented general dentist, has joined the Spodak Dental Group in Delray Beach, Fla. A 2017 graduate of the University of Southern California Ostrow School of Dentistry, Dr. Paisner is well educated and experienced in the most current dental procedures and techniques.
Paragon BioTeck, Inc. Hosts Pearl Buck Preschool Holiday Event
PORTLAND, Ore. /ScoopCloud/ -- Paragon BioTeck announces holiday event, "A Night to Remember," scheduled Friday, Dec. 7, 2018 from 5:30 - 8 p.m. in Eugene, Ore. The event delivers a magical night of holiday sights and sounds for the families of Pearl Buck Preschool.
Integrity Home Care and Hospice Exceeds National Averages for Patient and Family Experience
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Integrity Home Care and Hospice exceeded the national and regional averages in each of six areas of distinction for patient and family experience, according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMMS).
Large Number of Medical Residency Applicants Receive Rejections
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- This year marked the 16th consecutive increase in the number of medical residency positions offered and Residents Medical, an educational and residency placement organization, is taking notice.
Magnifi Group, Inc. to Host the 8th Annual Spine IEP Fellows and Young Surgeons’ Course in San Francisco, CA
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Over 60 Spine Fellows and Young Surgeons from the United States' top spine centers and hospitals across the U.S. will attend the 8th annual Spine IEP Fellows & Young Surgeons' Course, to be held in San Francisco, Calif., November 16-18, 2018, Magnifi Group announced today.
Flu Prevention Tips for the 2018 – 2019 Flu Season from Primary Care Physicians of Florida
HOLLYWOOD, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Seasonal flu activity typically begins in October and November and can last into late May, but the worst of it typically occurs sometime between December and January, says Primary Care Physicians. Even though there have not been many cases of flu reported within Florida so far this year, don't assume that this will be a mild flu season.
Magnifi Group Announces eLearning Platform Integration with Med World Live Video Platform
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Magnifi Group, Inc. has announced the release of an Application Program Interface (API) between its eLearning Learn-WiseGo platform and the Med World Live video delivery platform. This integration allows authorized sales trainees to view Med World Live videos directly in their Learn-WiseGo content library.
Leading Companies to Support C Diff Foundation 6th Annual International C.diff. Conference and Health EXPO, Nov. 8-9, Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. /ScoopCloud/ -- The C Diff Foundation is honored to welcome leading companies to the 6th Annual International "C.diff. Awareness Conference and Health EXPO," as they come together to make a global difference. These companies are dedicated to the prevention, diagnostics, treatments, environmental safety products and services focused on C.difficile infections and Healthcare-associated infections and whose role serves great importance in the C.diff. community.
The Pap Corps Receives $100,000 Matching Gift Challenge by The Yass Family
BOCA RATON, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Pap Corps Champions for Cancer Research has announced a $100,000 matching gift challenge by The Yass Family. This gift will be utilized to enhance the 2018 Dr. Kevin Berkowitz Memorial End of Year Giving Campaign, which will be directed towards melanoma research at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.
Spodak Dental Group Provided Military Veterans and Their Families with $17,000 of Free Dental Care During Freedom Day USA 2018
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Spodak Dental Group ("SDG") recently provided complimentary dental services to the men and women of the US Armed Forces and their family members as part of the Sixth Annual Freedom Day USA. In total, 32 patients were treated at no cost during the event.
Residents Medical Creates Pathways for Medical Residency Applicants
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- For medical students who want to practice medicine in the U.S., September is the most important month. Why? September is when the application process starts for medical school graduates to begin their hands-on training or Graduate Medical Education (GME). The competition is fierce. That's where Residents Medical comes in.
Holistic Practitioner Desiree Arnold Presents ‘Women’s Midlife Revolution Summit 2018’ a Free Teleconference
TRINIDAD /ScoopCloud/ -- With society continuing to place great emphasis on youthfulness, for many women, aging presents its own unique midlife crisis. Desiree Arnold understands firsthand the emotional and physical toil on women upon reaching their 40's and beyond. A holistic practitioner, naturopath and the founder of Lifely Up, a web portal dedicated to menopausal transition, Arnold wanted to nurture women through a passage that she feels should be celebrated not vilified.
SUDC Foundation Applauds Introduction of Federal Bill to Address Unexpected Child, Infant Deaths
CEDAR GROVE, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- The SUDC Foundation is pleased to support Scarlett's Sunshine on Sudden Unexpected Death Act, legislation introduced by U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA), Johnny Isakson (R-GA), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), and U.S. Representatives Gwen Moore (WI-04), Tom Cole (OK-04) and Jaime Herrera Beutler (WA-03) to combat Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC) and Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID).
New Billboard Campaign in FIVE U.S. Cities Honoring Healthy 2-Year Old Who Died Last Year Just Days After Vaccines
SYRACUSE, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- This week, the non-profit Learn The Risk launched five billboards on the East Coast, including New York and Boston, honoring Nicholas Catone, a healthy 20-month old boy who lost his life to vaccines. The five-city billboard campaign aims to raise awareness of vaccine side effects, including death.
BOGE Oil Free Compressors Eliminate Risk in the Food Industry
POWDER SPRIGS, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ -- In recent months, there have been numerous instances in the news about food borne illnesses that have reaffirmed the ongoing need for quality oil free compressors in kitchens and food preparation areas, says BOGE America, Inc.
Neuroprosthetics Pioneer to Keynote at the 2018 Neurotech Leaders Forum in San Francisco
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Neurotech Reports today announced that the keynote speaker at the 18th annual Neurotech Leaders Forum will be Hunter Peckham, a pioneer in the field of neuroprosthetics, technology that restores movement for people living with paralysis.
Advalent Launches Network 360 to Drive Multi-Dimensional Provider Performance in Value-Based Care Contracting
WESTBOROUGH, Mass. /ScoopCloud/ -- Advalent, a market-leading healthcare technology company focusing on payer solutions announced today the launch of a new network contracting and analytics product - Network 360(TM). Designed for payers and risk bearing healthcare providers, Network 360 is a breakthrough analytics platform that analyzes network, enables value-based contracting, and manages both upside and downside risk.
Spodak Dental Group To Provide Free Dental Care as Part of Freedom Day USA on October 11, 2018
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Spodak Dental Group ("SDG") proudly announces its participation in the Sixth Annual Freedom Day USA, in which SDG will provide complimentary dental services to the men and women of our Armed Forces, and their immediate family members. Freedom Day USA is a "Day of Free" to thank military personnel and their families for the sacrifices they make each day to ensure our freedom.
Lauded Everest Foundation Research Scholars Land Their Medical Residency
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Everest Foundation (EF) just released its 2018 list of EF Scholars that landed a medical residency training slot on July 1, 2018. Shirisha Reddy, M.D. and Sharjeel Israr, M.D. were among the people to start their residency on July 1; both are from South Asia.
Papa Continues to Expand Across Florida to Stop the Loneliness Epidemic
ORLANDO, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- As of August 2018, Papa Inc. expands to the Orlando and Jacksonville markets to assist seniors and elders with transportation, household chores, and technology. Papa's mission to cure loneliness for seniors is aligned with their goals to bring on energetic college students who aspire to bridge the generational gap and give companionship to senior citizens.
Dr. Marchand Awarded World Record for Hysterectomy through the Smallest Incision Ever
MESA, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- The World Record Academy today Awarded Dr. Greg J. Marchand, of Marchand Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery, a world record for performing hysterectomy through the smallest incision ever. The surgery involved removal of a uterus, ovaries and Fallopian tubes all through an incision the diameter of an AAA battery.
Medical Practice Consulting Services Expands Billing Operations in North Carolina
NORTH TOPSAIL BEACH, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Medical Practice Consulting Services (MPCS), a leading national group of practice growth consultants offering revenue cycle management services today announce the strategic expansion and opening of their billing operations, with offices at 2000 New River Inlet, Suite 1001.
Erika Pusillo of Spodak Dental Group Awarded Fellowship in The American Association of Dental Office Management
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Spodak Dental Group is pleased to announce that Practice Optimizer Erika Pusillo has achieved the distinction of Fellow in the American Association of Dental Office Management (AADOM). The Fellowship achievement recognizes outstanding professional and educational achievements in dental practice administration and is awarded only to those who have completed rigorous requirements set forth by AADOM.
EPIC Insurance Brokers Honored by American Heart Association for Workplace Health Achievement
NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants announced today that EPIC's Houston office and New York-based Frenkel & Company - an EPIC Company have received Bronze level recognitions in the American Heart Association's Workplace Health Achievement Index.
Dr. Tiffany Dudley Offers Improved Treatment Options for Community Members Who Suffer from Sleep Apnea
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Dr. Tiffany Dudley of Spodak Dental Group is committed to saving lives and is dedicated to helping her community members treat their sleep apnea condition. Studies show that people who suffer from untreated sleep apnea can have a decreased life expectancy, so treatment is incredibly important for overall health.
Rural Iowa Veterans Gain Better Medical Access Through New Telemedicine Partnership
OSCEOLA, Iowa /ScoopCloud/ -- Clarke County Hospital in Osceola, Iowa and the Veterans Administration in Des Moines recently partnered in a telemedicine exchange offering a rural Veteran a much-needed cardiology consultation.
Advalent Corporation Completes Acquisition of Medvensys Analytics
WESTBOROUGH, Mass. /ScoopCloud/ -- Advalent Corporation, a claims administration and medical management platform for complex value-based care products and Medvensys, a leading cloud-based analytics technology in clinical and financial outcomes for healthcare organizations announced today that they have entered a definitive agreement whereby Advalent has agreed to acquire Medvensys.
Pinehurst Surgical Clinic Calls for Expansion of Affordable Medical Access in Richmond County Area
PINEHURST, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Pinehurst Surgical Clinic has served Richmond County and its surrounding areas since 1946 as a reliable and trustworthy provider of affordable surgical services. Offering a number of medical services, from a Urological Surgical Center and a Women's Care Center, Pinehurst Surgical Center has proved itself a valuable and necessary surgical resource in Richmond County.
United Disabilities Services Wins National Award for Work Related to Improving Outcomes for Individuals with Depression and Anxiety
LANCASTER, Pa. /ScoopCloud/ -- United Disabilities Services (UDS) Care Management Program, a non-profit organization committed to serving people with disabilities in Pennsylvania, announced that it has received first place in the Stories from the Field contest. This award recognizes organizations serving people with disabilities who have successfully grown their community-based business.
Local Foot and Ankle Surgeon Heals His Own Foot Pain with New Brace
CARMEL, Ind. /ScoopCloud/ -- An idea for a new medical device for foot pain surfaced when podiatrist Dr. Patrick DeHeer suffered from posterior tibial tendonitis - a common foot and ankle problem - after taking up running. Since traditional treatment options weren't efficient or effective enough, DeHeer and his partners formed IQ Med LLC and developed The Equinus Brace.
David Copperfield Performing Special Benefit Show for Kids of Courage
LAS VEGAS, Nev. /ScoopCloud/ -- Kids of Courage, a medically-supervised travel program for seriously sick children and young adults, is currently in Las Vegas for their annual summer adventure. The unique non-profit program provides adaptive activities and events for individuals with life-threatening illnesses and serious disabilities.