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Monday, June 17, 2013

Bay Area Medical Equipment Store Hayward Medical Market Opens Online Shopping Site


Hayward, CA (PRWEB) April 11, 2013

Hayward Medical Market, a medical equipment and bathroom safety company in the Bay Area, has just started an online shopping site to go with its three Bay Area retail stores in Hayward, Concord and San Mateo. The new Internet store website is located at http://www.medmartusa2.com, and it offers about 4,000 of the most popular medical products.


"We thought it was about time we tried to reach a larger audience on the Internet, said Dick Rogers, who owns the Bay Area hospital bed and medical supply retailer with his sister-in-law Amy Rogers. "Although we still think the best experience is to come into our stores, see the products and take it home that day, the Internet can sometimes save you money, time, energy and gas.


The website store is also user-friendly. Products can be searched for by category, such as bathroom safety, diagnostics, incontinence products, nursing supplies, skin care, walking aids, wheelchairs, wound care, etc. Another way to search is by keyword, such as bandages, catheters, commodes, nebulizers, dressings, leg bags, skin cream, underpads and so forth. Anyone who has difficulty ordering online can call one of the local stores for help.


"We can help them with the process or take the order over the phone and place it online for the customer," Rogers said.


Nearly all products are stocked in a local distribution center for shipment within 24 hours. That means customers should receive their orders within two to three days. There is a $ 9.95 shipping charge for orders under $ 100 and free shipping for orders more than $ 100.


"Our low prices will save customers money even with a nominal $ 9.95 shipping charge for smaller orders," Rogers said.


All products offered on the website are manufactured under the strictest of quality controls. If there is a product defect, it can be returned to one of the local stores for a full refund. Most, but not all products, are stocked in the local stores. Since 2003 Hayward Medical Market Inc. has provided Bay Area residents with quality medical products, low prices and great service. Now customers can shop at http://www.medmartusa2.com and find many of the same products at very low prices. They can also get home delivery, too. This is perfect for those who are unable to get out of the house or prefer shopping from home.


For more information about any of Hayward Medical Market's products or services, call 510-695-2458 or view the medical supplier on the Web at http://www.medmartusa.com. Hayward Medical Market's locations are at the San Mateo Medical Market, 53 W. 43rd Ave. in San Mateo; Hayward Medical Market, 22656 Foothill Blvd. in Hayward; and Concord Medical Market, 3375 Port Chicago Highway in Concord. Hayward Medical Market also has an online shopping site to go with its three Bay Area retail stores. The online shopping site is http://www.medmartusa2.com.


About Hayward Medical Market


Hayward Medical Market is the Bay Area's largest selection of hospital and medical products at the lowest prices around. Products include aids for daily living, bariatric products, bathroom safety products, beds/bedding, compression stockings, cushions, diagnostics, exam gloves, lift chairs, incontinence products, orthopedic braces and supports, and wound-care products. Delivery on hospital equipment and lift chairs are available. The company also offers hospital beds and wheelchairs for sale. Hayward Medical Market delivers exceptional service from a knowledgeable and friendly staff.









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Dr. Buckingham of Buckingham Center for Facial Plastic Surgery Re-Elected as Texas Medical Association Delegate


Austin, TX (PRWEB) April 15, 2013

Renowned facial plastic surgeon Dr. Edward Buckingham of the Buckingham Center for Facial Plastic Surgery in Austin, Texas, is pleased to announce his re-election as a delegate to the Texas Medical Association as a representative from Travis County.


The Texas Medical Association (TMA) is the largest state medical society in the country, as well as one of the oldest and most powerful nationwide. Representing nearly 46,000 physician and medical student members across the state and governed by a 472-member House of Delegates, the TMA is committed to improving the health of all Texans. Since 1853, the TMA has been helping to set high professional and ethical standards for all Texas physicians, working closely with its 120 component county medical societies around the state.


As a TMA delegate and representative from Travis County, Dr. Buckingham will have several important responsibilities. Chief among these is the task of writing resolutions for bills which will be presented at the annual House of Delegates meeting. Dr. Buckingham has been an active TMA member for nearly ten years.


Dr. Buckingham received his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston where he graduated with highest honors. He is double board certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology. He is a member of the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ABFPRS) Board of Directors as well as current Committee Chair of the ABFPRS Graduate Medical Education Committee.


The Buckingham Center for Facial Plastic Surgery in Austin, Texas, is committed to providing patients with the highest level of care and expertise, along with beautiful, natural results that last. Dr. Buckingham performs a full array of surgical and non-surgical plastic surgery procedure of the head and neck, including eyelid surgery, chin augmentation, cheek augmentation, brow lift, facelift, fat transfer, lip enhancement, neck lift, ear surgery, rhinoplasty, scar repair, skin cancer treatment, reconstructive surgery, chemical peel, acne scarring treatment, BBL, birthmark treatment, Botox and injectable fillers, facial spider vein treatment, laser resurfacing and more.


To contact the Buckingham Center for Facial Plastic Surgery in Austin, Texas, call (512) 401-2500 or visit them online at http://www.buckinghamfacialplastics.com/.









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Cancer Treatment Centers of America Appoints Chief Medical Officer of the Cancer Research and Biostatistics Clinical Trials Consortium to Director of Clinical Research

Seattle, Wash. (PRWEB) April 18, 2013

For Immediate ReleaseApril 18, 2013


Cancer Treatment Centers of America Appoints Chief Medical Officer of the Cancer Research and Biostatistics (CRAB) Clinical Trials Consortium (Seattle) to Director of Clinical Research


SEATTLECancer Treatment Centers of America

CareClix, a mHealth & Telemedicine company, announces the release of a first-of-its-kind virtual medical examination suite- CareClix Exam


Fairfax County, Virginia (PRWEB) April 23, 2013

CareClix, a mobile health and telemedicine company based in the Washington, DC area, announces the release of a first-of-its-kind virtual medical examination kiosk named CareClix Exam. The medical examination cart is powered by CareClix as its core and incorporates up to 14 different FDA approved devices in order to transmit additional data into the CareClix core processor. Doctors may therefore remotely listen to breath or heart sounds anywhere in the world when a patient walks into one of these virtual examination rooms or examine a skin lesion remotely. The potential medical benefits and enhanced patient care is possible through the CareClix platform and modern-day device integration. Such technology will provide unprecedented clinical benefits to patients for disease management, states Sunil Budhrani, MD, MPH, CareClixs Director of Medical Operations.


Using the CareClix platform as its core or "brain", CareClix Exam permits any brick-and-mortar examination room to be converted into a telemedicine suite with clinical data including blood pressure, pulse, pulse oximetry, temperature, skin, oral, and ocular findings to be obtained via FDA approved devices. With CareClix powering the system, an employer Medical Suite or a primary care doctor's office may provide an enhanced level of clinical care due to the additional medical information derived from these supplemental devices.


Additionally, using similar devices such as glucometers, cardiac scales, and blood-pressure monitors, patients may be remotely monitored from home by medical providers in order to insure their conditions are remaining stable and not worsening. The proprietary web-based software, CareClix Home, may be accessed by patients from home via their Patient Portal and this clinical information may be transmitted from their devices such as a blue tooth glucometer for diabetics, creating an alert to a provider remotely. In essence, the Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) is taken to the next level, and an integrated delivery system enhances the physician-patient relationship.


CareClix Exam and CareClix Home represent exclusive products powered by the core CareClix processor. This makes CareClix and its technology unique in that it is the only integrated telemedicine platform providing a continuum of telehealth services-telephone and video access to a doctor 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to the virtual examination room, and to the patient centered medical home.


About CareClix

Founded in 2010, CareClix provides one of the most comprehensive telehealth solutions in the world, serving as a fully integrated, secure, and HIPAA-compliant platform to connect medical providers and patients worldwide. This revolutionary technology enables doctors to see patients in their clinical settings virtually as well as at home via remote health monitoring. CareClix also gives providers access to a certified Web-based Electronic Medical Record system, e-prescribing, and lab testingall in one integrated platform. In offering a comprehensive telemedicine solution, CareClix is changing the way patients see their doctor. For more information and to view the innovative CareClix telehealth platforms, please visit http://www.careclix.com.









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Skin Vitality Medical Clinic Announces The Addition of 4 New Locations Across the GTA & Ontario


Toronto, Ontario (PRWEB) April 23, 2013

Skin Vitality Medical Clinic proudly announces the opening of an additional four locations across Ontario. Already boasting five locations in the Greater Toronto Area: Ajax, Richmond Hill, Mississauga, Yorkville and Kitchener. The new clinics are located in Hamilton, London, Brampton and St. Catharines.


Skin Vitality Medical Clinic has been helping patients look up to 10 years younger without downtime or surgery for over twenty years. Skin Vitality specializes in the newest nonsurgical cosmetic procedures to repair and enhance the face and body, including Botox & Filler Injections, Venus Freeze Inch Loss & Body Contouring Treatments, Fraxel & Fotofacial Skin Rejuvenation Treatments and Skin Tightening Treatments. The clinic's impressive growth is due to the fact that they offer more natural results with less pain and risk as opposed to cosmetic surgery.


Medical advances are allowing women to live longer. Living longer is creating new aging issues for women. Some of my aunts didnt make it past 60 years old and certainly were not concerned about how they were going to look in their 70s & 80s, says Eleanor Welsh, President and CEO of Skin Vitality Medical Clinic. Todays women are more vibrant, active and healthy. They have more options today than ever before. They want to look as good on the outside as they feel on the inside and why shouldn't they?


As Skin Vitality began to help women look and feel their best, it became aware that some women had disempowering beliefs that they cant look fantastic in their 40s, 50s & 60s and these beliefs about aging were holding them back from being the best they can be. Women can have it all. They can have beauty, brains, family, connection, love and excitement through all their decades of life. Women today have more options in every aspect of their life than ever before. In regards to aging, with the technology and injectable options available today women can turn back the aging clock quicker and easier than we could have dreamed of 50 years ago.


Do you know every 8 seconds someone turns 40, while every 6 seconds someone turns 50 and every 7 seconds someone turns 60? Because of these Baby boomers, Skin Vitality Medical Clinic opened its first location in 1992 in Ajax, Ontario. Slowly and steadily starting to expand in 2006 by opening a second location in Mississauga, then in 2007 a third location in Richmond Hill. With 2/3 of baby boomers being extremely anxious about changes in their appearance, in 2009, another additional location opened in the heart of Yorkville followed by a fifth location in Kitchener in 2011. December of 2012 saw the expansion into the Niagara Region opening the sixth location in St. Catharines.


With Plastic Surgery on the decline, the need for noninvasive treatments began increasing radically resulting in a seventh location in Brampton and an eighth in London Ontario both in March of this year. Finally the newest location in Stoney Creek opened April 1, 2013 and a tenth location is opening in June 2013 in Markham. Baby boomers and the next generation are not willing to age as fast as the previous generation. They are determined to stay and look as young as possible for as long as possible. Non-invasive treatments are an easier, less risky way to more permanently change your appearance. Skin Vitality Medical has vast experience, a great track record and highly trained medical staff.


Skin Vitality is so proud to continue our rapid growth across the GTA and Ontario. All of the staff take such pride in our team and have never wavered from the number one goal of patient satisfaction."


From Botox to Body Contouring to Skin Rejuvenation, Skin Vitality Medical has been helping thousands of patients cure their aging concerns over two decades. Whether people want to look years younger by erasing sun damage, brown spots, broken blood vessels, fine lines, tighten their skin on your face or body or shape up problem areas such as stomach, arms, buttocks or legs, Skin Vitalitys team of medical professionals are armed and ready to take care of each patients individual needs.


Just as quickly as computers and cell phones have transformed our way of living, anti-aging technology such as lasers, Botox injections and injectable fillers have transformed the aging process. Skin Vitality has the opportunity on a daily basis to empower women and have a direct impact on how they look and feel, explains Eleanor Welsh.


Stress speeds up the aging by shortening the life span of your cells. Thats responsible for all those frown lines, wrinkles, folds and more irritated skin. Most are on board to fight that aging process as much as possible. Skin Vitality performs more of these treatments than 100% of any other doctors or nurses in Canada, consistently achieving natural, beautiful results for our patients because of our unparalleled experience and knowledge. Skin Vitality Medical Clinic staff has a doctor and team of over one hundred professionals including ten registered nurses that individually assess, educate & inspire each patient to make the most of whatever age they are. By integrating beauty and physical well being through state-of-the-art technology, Skin Vitality Medical Clinic is able to provide you with safe, effective solutions that help women look and feel rejuvenated.









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Dallas-based TopMD Skin Care Announces New Medical Advisory Board Member


Dallas, TX (PRWEB) April 23, 2013

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Doctors Take You Behind the Scenes of Their Cleveland Area Medical Spa, During Dr. Oz


Cleveland, OH (PRWEB) May 06, 2013

A medical spa goes beyond massage and therapeutic skin services to offer professional medical treatments designed for anti-aging.


During Dr. Oz tomorrow, you can see how two Cleveland area doctors have integrated a medical spa within their surgery practice. They now offer an extensive menu of spa services administered by the doctors or staff aestheticians.


The V-Spa is the medical spa division of the Visage Surgical Institute, explains Dr. Quereshy. And there are several factors that separate us from typical salons."


When a patient visits the V-Spa for the first time, the doctors record a comprehensive medical history, conduct a consultation and then design a customized treatment protocol.


Patients work closely with trained aestheticians who provide treatment, monitor their progress, and decide on physician-administered services like Botox

Great HealthWorks, Inc., Makers of Omega XL, Reports University of Kansas Medical Center Study: Omega-3s Support Healthier Pregnancies and Birth Weight

(PRWEB) May 13, 2013

Due to widespread dietary deficiencies of essential omega-3 fatty acids, doctors typically recommend that pregnant women add an Omega-3 supplement to their pre and postnatal care regimen. Recent research, conducted at the University of Kansas Medical Center and published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, suggests supplementing pregnant mothers with omega-3 fatty acid, such as found in Omega XL, can lead to longer gestations and healthier birth weights.


The Kansans City researchers designed a double-blind, randomized placebo controlled trial - long considered the gold standard in clinical research that looked at a group of 350 pregnant women, from the 20th week of gestation to birth, who were given either 600 mg of omega-3 DHA daily, or a placebo. Blood was analyzed for red blood cell phospholipid DHA upon enrolment in the study and at birth, from both mom as well as from the umbilical cord.


The blood samples from the group supplemented with DHA, compared to the placebo group, registered higher levels of phospholipid DHA both maternally and at the umbilical cord. An analysis of the pregnancies showed that the DHA group experienced longer gestation duration, greater birth weight and infant size (measured in length and head circumference) than the placebo group. In addition, the DHA group experienced fewer births before 34 weeks, and shorter hospital stays for infants born preterm than did the placebo group.


This study demonstrated that 600mg per day of Omega-3 fatty acid DHA was safe and helped to promote healthy fetal development, overall pregnancy wellness and a reduction in preterm births. The researchers stated as to the significance of the findings: a reduction in early preterm and very-low birth weight could be important clinical and public health outcomes of DHA supplementation.


These findings come on the heels of prior prenatal and pediatric research which suggests that omega-3 supplementation promotes neurological and intellectual development, supports the brain and eyes, increases cognitive function, and enhances visual learning and memory in infants and young children.


Omega XL is one of only two Omega 3 supplements sold in the world that contains the patented stabilized marine lipid extract PCSO-524 derived only from the New Zealand green-lipped mussel, with 30 healthy fatty acids including DHA and EPA. Sold in other parts of the world under its sister brand name Lyprinol, Omega XL is manufactured exclusively by Great HealthWorks Inc., and is the most widely available omega-3 fish oil supplement containing the potent PCSO-524 marine lipid extract. To find more information about Omega XL and PCSO-524 visit http://www.OmegaXL.com


SOURCE:


February 20, 2013, doi: 10.3945/ajcn.112.050021

Am J Clin Nutr April 2013, DHA supplementation and pregnancy outcomes. ajcn.050021

http://ajcn.nutrition.org/content/early/2013/02/18/ajcn.112.050021.abstract


Great HealthWorks, founded in 2003, is a global manufacturer and distributor of natural products direct to consumer through its integrated operation, as well as publishes New You, a quarterly magazine focused on health, beauty and anti-aging. Its flagship product, Omega XL

Announcement: American Garment Manufacturer, Nouvelle, Inc., Seeks Medical and Plastic Surgery Supply Vendors to Distribute USA-Made Compression Wear


Virginia Beach, VA (PRWEB) May 15, 2013

Nouvelle, Inc., a leading North American manufacturer and distributor of USA-made post-surgical compression wear, is now accepting a larger base of international vendors for its specialized product line.


Our international distribution numbers are steadily rising, and we are increasing production daily to meet the growing need for quality post-surgical garments abroad, explained Dawn Cover, president of Nouvelle, Inc.


Recently, the company partnered with Medisurge, Inc. of New Delhi India, further expanding the companys global reach. Medisurge is among a rapidly growing team of international distributors for Nouvelles custom-made garments, which are worn as part of the healing process by patients recovering from surgeries such as breast augmentation, liposuction, abdominoplasty and more.


We are pleased to offer Nouvelles distinguished line of compression garments for post-surgical use as these products meet our very stringent quality standards for medical supplies," said Vinish Mathur, director of Medisurge, Inc.


Nouvelles exclusive designs and products for men and women are not sold in retail stores. They may be purchased directly from approved distributors, its state-of-the-art studio in Virginia Beach, VA or ordered online at http://www.nouvelleinc.com. Four key features differentiate its compression and shapewear products from retail offerings:


Fabric structure

Featuring four-way stretch and memory, each garment can withstand numerous washes, endure extremely long wear times, and miraculously retain original shape and quality. All designs have been through rigorous testing and meticulous scrutiny to ensure complete comfort and enhanced efficacy of every angle, seam and compression area.


Beauty and craftsmanship

Nouvelle designs have a reputation for beauty. The company uses only the finest fabric available, and hand-inspects each seam and stitch to ensure garments are soundly, solidly constructed.


Variety

Nouvelle offers an endless assortment of surgical garments for every procedure, including abdominal girdles, binders, augmentation bras, and full body suits. The company also features a full line of 2nd stage garments for women and men of all shapes and sizes. All products are latex and formaldehyde-free and proudly manufactured in the USA. A seasoned design and manufacturing team is ready to create custom garments on a moments notice if a customer needs a specific item not typically available.


Comfort

Realizing post-operative healing stages can be uncomfortable, Nouvelle has paid particular attention to every conceivable way the fabric touches the skin. Stitches are constructed so they are perfectly flat, so as not to aggravate incisions. Zippers and hook and eye closures are never in danger of contacting the skin. Not a single design uses metal wires or stays.


About Nouvelle, Inc.


Under the leadership of Dawn Cover, Nouvelle Inc. recently celebrated its eighth anniversary manufacturing and distributing post-surgical compression wear, body shaping garments, and scar care products worldwide from its facility in Virginia Beach, Va.


Each garment is handcrafted with care, and customized for optimal healing of single or multiple cosmetic procedures. Our alliance with the medical community is a strong one, involving consistent research, consultation, and input regarding the latest surgical advances. We are pleased to offer a product line that continuously evolves and meets the changing needs of patients and plastic surgeons, said Cover.


With a strict adherence to time-honored sewing traditions not typically available in todays mass-production-focused market, Nouvelles creations are available for unlimited international distribution and sales. Please contact Cover via email or telephone for additional details.









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HARTMANN USA, Inc., Medical Manufacturer and Distributor, Announces $18 Million Dollar Investment to Expand Domestic Incontinence Management Production


Rock Hill, SC (PRWEB) May 16, 2013

HARTMANN USA, Inc., the U.S. subsidiary of PAUL HARTMANN AG, today announced the pending expansion of its facilities in Rock Hill, South Carolina. The project will include an $ 18 million dollar investment to support the relocation of its U.S. incontinence management production located in Bloomington, Indiana as well as new machinery and equipment from its European operations. The expansion is expected to be complete in mid 2014 and will modernize and expand capacity to their manufacturing operations in the U.S., while adding nearly 75 jobs to the local economy.


Over 26 million adult Americans experience some form of incontinence, which can also lead to serious skin irritation and complications. HARTMANN is committed to addressing these issues head on by designing products that provide skin-friendly features without compromising product function. The improvement to product features and design that this expansion will allow is extremely beneficial to the end user, said Oliver Krause-Huckleberry, HARTMANN USAs marketing director of incontinence management. While addressing the overall issue of incontinence is important, through absorbency and other functional features, skin complications are extremely common in individuals living with incontinence. We feel its important to address these complications through the products we manufacture and market.


HARTMANN originally entered the US incontinence market more than 25 years ago, distributing their skin-friendly MoliCare

Advocate Medical Company Announces Availability of Lubrigyn Cleansing Milk at CVS Pharmacies


Fort Lauderdale, FL (PRWEB) May 20, 2013

The exclusive distributor for Lubrigyn and Proctonet products, Advocate Medical Company (AMC), announced today that Lubrigyn Cleansing Milk is now available on shelves at all CVS pharmacies across the country. Lubrigyn Cleansing Milk is a natural vaginal cleanser, deodorizer and lubricant for everyday intimate use. Previously available only through independent pharmacies, Lubrigyn Cleansing Milk is now available to consumers in the OTC feminine care section of CVS stores.

pure.dermatology Opens in Bozeman, Montana to Provide Medical, Surgical and Aesthetic Dermatology for Patients in Southwest Montana

Bozeman, Montana (PRWEB) May 29, 2013

Dr. Teresa Mann and her team of laser and skincare specialists are pleased to announce the opening of pure.dermatology in Bozeman, Montana. As Southwest Montanas premiere dermatology practice, pure.dermatology offers comprehensive medical, surgical and aesthetic care of the skin.


Pure.dermatology offers services to patients from all over the state of Montana, and is easily accessible to Bozeman, Belgrade, Manhattan, Three Forks, Butte, Ennis, Missoula, Livingston, Paradise Valley and Billings.


Dr. Mann is board certified in dermatology and established pure.dermatology with the intent of providing best-in-class skincare.


Along with medical and surgical dermatology, Dr. Mann and her team have particular expertise in the repair of aged and photo-damaged skin. In order to help patients achieve a more youthful appearance, pure.dermatology offers a wide variety of cosmetic services including medical microdermabrasion, chemical peels, dermal fillers, and Botox, and innovative services such as CoolSculptingTM and the newest laser technologies.


pure.dermatology

1188 North 15th Avenue

Suites 1&2

Bozeman, Montana 59715

406.586.7873









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New York Medical Malpractice Lawyer David Perecman Supports New Efforts to Increase Hand Washing Frequency by Doctors and Nurses


New York, NY (PRWEB) June 05, 2013

New York medical malpractice lawyer David Perecman understands that lawyers who sue hospitals for infections may use hand-washing compliance rates as part of the information they use to prove or disprove the alleged facts. Now, a number of hospitals are using motion sensors to check to see if doctors and nurses are washing their hands. The sensors go off every time someone enters an intensive care room. They trigger a video camera, which transmits its images to workers in India, who check to see who is washing their hands, reported [The New York Times (5.29.13).


The hospitals are using the sensors to increase hand-washing rates and prevent infection. According to The New York Times, hospital-acquired infections cost $ 30 billion and lead to nearly 100,000 patient deaths a year.


The failure of doctors and nurses to regularly wash their hands is a common and major cause of infectious disease among hospital patients, said Perecman, a medical malpractice lawyer in New York for over 30 years. Every effort to get medical professionals to wash their hands is welcome.


Hospital workers in studies have been observed washing their hands as little as 30 percent of the time that they interact with patients, said The New York Times.


To encourage more hand-washing, other hospitals in the U.S. are training hand-washing coaches, using radio-frequency ID chips that note when healthcare professionals have passed by a sink, handing out rewards like free coffee coupons, hiring undercover monitors, or using other methods to encourage hand washing.


If preventing infection and saving lives is not incentive enough, under new federal rules, hospitals will lose Medicare money when patients get infections that should have been prevented, The New York Times reported.


Infections acquired in hospitals can do more than increase hospital stays. They can kill people, Perecman said.


Studies show that health care workers do not wash their hands for a number of reasons, including complaints about dry skin, emergency environment pressures, tedium, and resistance to authority, reported The New York Times.


Frequently washing hands and using proper hand washing techniques reduces the chances of preventable illnesses, said Perecman. Patients are in the hospital seeking to improve their health. No one seeking care should contract a illness that may be costly and-or deadly because of preventable hospital mistakes.


There is really no excuse for failing to follow simple sanitary protocols, added Perecman.

Compensation in malpractice cases can include coverage of medical bills and lost wages, as well as damages for pain and suffering. Damages can also be paid for future losses such as future medical expenses and wages.


If a person acquires an infection while in a hospital or other health care facility, a New York medical malpractice attorney may be able to investigate whether or not there is a claim against the health care provider.


Lawyers at The Perecman Firm can provide knowledgeable, aggressive representation for victims of medical malpractice in New York. Contact The Perecman Firm at 212-977-7033.


The New York Times article cited is With Money at Risk, Hospitals Push Staff to Wash Hands.

\About David Perecman and The Perecman Firm, PLLC:


For the past 30 years, the New York construction accident, medical malpractice, auto accident, and civil rights violation lawyers at The Perecman Firm, PLLC have handled all types of New York medical malpractice cases. David Perecman, founder of the Firm, has been recognized for his achievements as an Honoree in the National Law Journal's Hall of Fame, in New York Magazine's "The Best Lawyers in America" and The New York Times Magazine "New York Super Lawyers, Metro Edition" for the years 2007-2010. The prestigious U.S. News & World Report ranks The Perecman Firm among the top 20 personal injury firms in New York City for 2011-2012 and 2012-2013.


The Firm has recovered millions of dollars for its clients. Among the more recent victories, Mr. Perecman won a $ 15 million verdict** for a construction accident (Index 112370/03) Supreme Court, New York County, a $ 5.35 million dollar verdict*** for an automobile accident (Index 2749/04) Supreme Court, Kings County, and a $ 40 million dollar structured settlement for medical malpractice (Index 2146/03)****Supreme Court, Kings County.


The Perecman Firm serves Manhattan, Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, Long Island, Westchester, Upstate NY, Morris County, and Rockland County.


**later settled while on appeal for $ 7.940 million

Sanctuary Medical Center Now Offering MiraDry


Ft. Lauderdale, FL (PRWEB) June 10, 2013

The Sanctuary Medical Center of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, is pleased to be one of the first centers in South Florida to perform miraDry, an advanced treatment for excessive underarm sweating.


MiraDry is an exciting new procedure approved by the FDA for the treatment of excessive underarm sweating, a condition known as primary axillary hyperhidrosis. This is a common condition which affects both men and women of all ages. Excessive sweating can be embarrassing and even debilitating, affecting ones social and professional lives and also limiting clothing options. MiraDry is the latest and most effective treatment for primary axillary hyperhidrosis, providing immediate and dramatic results that last.


The renowned medical aesthetic center Sanctuary Medical Center is pleased to now offer this exciting new treatment at their Ft. Lauderdale location. Performed in the office setting, treatment with miraDry takes about forty minutes to complete using a local anesthetic for the patients comfort. During the treatment, a special hand piece is used which delivers microwave energy to the armpit area, precisely targeting and disabling the underlying sweat glands while simultaneously cooling the surrounding outer layers of skin for maximum comfort and safety. Patients experience little to no downtime and immediate results with an average 82% reduction in underarm sweat. For optimal results, a series of two treatments performed at three-month intervals is typically advised.


The Sanctuary Medical Center of Ft. Lauderdale is the premier destination in South Florida for total body rejuvenation and enhancement. Staffed by renowned plastic surgeons, dermatologist, age management specialists and other medical professionals, SMC offers a full array of surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures, including Botox and injectable fillers, anti-aging therapies, body treatments like Cellulaze and CoolSculpting, sclerotherapy, dermatology treatments including acne and skin cancer treatments, laser skin treatments, skin care, plastic surgery and more. To contact Sanctuary Medical Center of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, call (954) 266-5512 or visit them online at http://www.smacboca.com/fort-lauderdale.html.







Saturday, June 15, 2013

Virtual Dentist Dental Simulation App Becomes the #1 Ranked iPhone Medical App in the US

(PRWEB) November 27, 2012

ModiFace Inc., the leading facial visualization technology provider that powers over 100 web and mobile applications, is announcing the launch of a dental simulation app on the iPhone and iPad called Virtual Dentist, which recently reached the #1 ranking on the iTunes App Store for US iPhone Medical apps. The Virtual Dentist application simulates various dental procedures including veneers, fillings, dental reshaping, drilling, braces, whitening, gum bleaching, gum reshaping, and more. Users can choose a model photo or upload (from Facebook, their album, or by taking a photo) to simulate dental procedures on their own image. Using a very easy-to-use touch interface, they can then apply specific procedures to their teeth. Once they are done, they can email/share their result or save it on their device.


Virtual Dentist combines a photo-realistic simulation technology with a very easy-to-use interface to result in the ultimate dental simulation. The great thing about this app is that it can be used by anyone, from the casual user wishing to get a digital dental makeover to the dental professional wanting to show patients a general preview of an effect, said Dr. Parham Aarabi, Founder and CEO of ModiFace.


In just over a few weeks in the iTunes app store, Virtual Dentist has reached the #1 top downloaded app in the Medical category. To download the application for free on an iPhone or iPad, please visit:


http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/virtual-dentist/id543269965?mt=8&ign-mpt=uo%3D4


About ModiFace

ModiFace is the virtual makeover technology leader with unique anti-aging, skin care, cosmetics, and hair simulation technology across all platforms (web, in-store kiosk, Facebook, iPhone, iPad, Android). Based on more than a decade of advanced facial recognition research at Stanford University, ModiFace's patented technology currently powers virtual makeover applications for Stila Cosmetics, Obagi, Jane Iredale, Sleek Makeup, Allergan, StriVectin, Hearst Magazines, Proactiv, SoftSheen Carson, and Garnier. ModiFace's set of mobile applications on iPhone/iPad/Android devices have been downloaded nearly 11M times and are actively used by nearly 2M monthly unique users.







New Course in Customer Service Training for Doctors and Medical Staff Offered by Private Practice Marketing Consultant Danica Tran with MD Profit Solutions


Orange County, CA (PRWEB) November 28, 2012

Knowing how to effectively interact with customers is the lifeblood of any business. Many medical offices lack the ability to deliver good customer service to attract and retain patients. Danica Tran, private practice marketing consultant, shows physicians and medical staff the necessary skills to create a memorable customer experience that delivers quality customer service across all touchpoints.


Every aspect of the medical business has an impact on customer service. Patients are not just evaluating doctors on what is happening inside the consultation exam room, but rather what their overall customer experience is like at the practice. Every step counts starting with the ease of appointment scheduling, friendliness of receptionists, interaction with nurses, proper follow-up care, and the wait time for the physician.


Training for hands-on customer service begins with the front office staff as they are the first line of communication with potential patients. Understanding the patients state-of-mind helps the team members facilitate actions that cater to the patients well-being. Developing a strategy that helps physicians deliver knowledge and education in a caring manner builds patient-doctor relationships vital for business longevity. Following-up with patients further extends the action of care and service. All these customer friendly processes display commitment that will be rewarded with loyalty and referrals.


Good customer service is summed up as the ability to supply customers needs and wants in a fashion that exceeds the customers expectation, explains Danica Tran, founder and owner of MD Profit Solutions. Great customer service can help patients overcome any decision reluctance. This is especially helpful for private practices offering elective cash procedures such as cosmetic dermatology, plastic surgery, cosmetic dentistry, hair transplant, and infertility treatments. Quality customer service will be the deciding factor for patients when selecting a doctor.


The customer service skills taught can be embedded mentally with the practice of role playing. This gives the staff confidence to handle the different scenarios within the medical office. Role playing allows staff members to understand and practice the delivery of great customer service to target female consumers and male consumers. Each transaction with the patient is an opportunity to extend customer service care thats responsive to customers' needs.


Physicians often think that promotional pricing is the best way to attract new patients. What happens after that deal is gone? Smart practices bring out their best in customer service care from beginning to end to bring that patient back time after time. Patients notice, appreciate, and frequent places where they feel welcomed and they will share their experience with friends and family. Word of mouth referrals are a goldmine as new customers are acquired without the physician spending a dime on marketing.


Acumen Research Group reported that 43% of customers abandoned a provider because of a negative experience with a staff member. Physicians sometime overlook the importance of how they treat their employees. If you degrade and disrespect your staff in any manner, then they will indirectly retaliate and treat your patients rudely, says Ms. Tran. Also, low wages and minimal training will reflect the kind of customer service patients receive. Its your medical team that has the most interaction with your patients so youll get what you pay for.


Providing good customer service is a responsibility shared by every member of the medical team. The first step in improving customer service involves learning what customers need and want. Secondly, hire a professional to train the service skills and develop an action plan that implements customer friendly processes.


Danica Tran, MBA is a marketing expert who helps her clients promote and market elective cash procedures with an emphasis on patient care and patient education. Danica can be reached at 714-420-2424. She offers a complimentary assessment and analysis to physicians in private practice.









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LocateADoc.com Announces New Medical Advisory Board Members


Orlando, FL (PRWEB) December 12, 2012

LocateADoc.com, a premier online physician directory, is proud to announce the appointment of 15 new members to its Medical Advisory Board. The LocateADoc Medical Advisory Board is compiled of a small group of elite medical industry professionals in the fields of Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery, Bariatric Surgery, Infertility (IVF), Anti-Aging, Urology, Weight Loss, Ophthalmology, Podiatry, Chiropractic Care, and Acupuncture from around the country.


We are so grateful that these prestigious doctors have agreed to be part of our Advisory Board, said Glen Lubbert, CEO and Chief Imaginaut of LocateADoc.com. The work of the board is critical as we continue our mission to give people a trusted source to locate and find the right doctor for them and their families as well as empower each person with the best tools to educate themselves on procedures and treatments.


The Boards objective is to provide beneficial industry insights to the LocateADoc team, honest feedback and constructive criticism on current and new patient needs, and overall business direction as it relates to industry trends. The Board will assist the Executive Management which continuously explores ways to build trust and ensure potential patients have the best user experience, every time, when searching for a doctor on LocateADoc.com.


Each of the new 15 Medical Advisory Board members has significant experience and expertise:


Thomas W. Clark, M.D., Bariatric Surgeon at the Center for Weight Loss Success and Program Medical Director at the Sentara CarePlex in Hampton, VA. Dr. Clark graduated from Davidson College and The Wake Forest University School of Medicine in North Carolina. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is also one of the rare bariatric surgeons also certified by the American Board of Bariatric Medicine as a bariatric physician. Dr. Clark is a member of the American Society of Bariatric Physicians, American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery and the American Medical Association.

Edward E. Dickerson, IV, M.D., Facial Plastic Surgeon at Cape Fear Aesthetics in Fayetteville, NC. Dr. Dickerson graduated with a medical degree from Morehouse School of Medicine with aundergraduates in Chemistry from West Virginia State College. Dr. Dickerson is a member of the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, International Society for Hair Restoration Surgeons, American Board of Otolaryngology, International Association of Physicians for Aesthetic Medicine. American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and the American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery.

Barry L Eppley, M.D., D.M.D., Plastic and Maxillofacial Surgeon and Co-Founder of Ology Spas in Indianapolis, IN. Dr. Eppley received a Doctor of Medicine degree from Washington University in St. Louis as well as a Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. Dr. Eppley completed training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Barnes Hospital in St. Louis as well as in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Indiana University in Indianapolis. Dr. Eppley is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, American Board of Plastic Surgery, American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and the International Medical Spa Association.

Konrad Filutowski, M.D., Founder, Chief Surgeon and Medical Director, Filutowski Cataract & LASIK Institute, Orlando/Lake Mary/Daytona, FL. Dr. Filutowski received his medical degree from Columbia College, NY. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.

Mark Edward Johnson, M.D., Ph.D., Cosmetic Surgeon and Medical Director at Nouveau Jeunesse Rejuvenative Medicine in Kennewick, WA. He is a graduate of Rush University in Chicago with a Ph.D. in Biochemistry. Dr. Johnson completed a general surgery internship in 1998, and residency in Emergency Medicine at the Cook County Hospital in 2001. He is a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, American Society of Bariatric Physicians and the American College of Phlebology.

M. Kayser, MD, FACS, Plastic Surgeon and Medical Director at Image by Design Plastic Surgery in Roseville, MI. Dr. Kayser graduated with a medical degree from the University of Texas, Southwestern Medical School. He is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Kayser is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association, American Medical Association, Michigan State Medical Society, Macomb County Medical Society, Christian Medical and Dental Society, and the Midwest Association of Plastic Surgeons.

Michele D Koo, MD, FACS, Cosmetic Surgeon in Saint Louis, MO. Dr. Koo graduated with a medical degree from Washington University Medical School and an undergraduate degree from Stanford University. She is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Koo is a member of the American College of Surgeons, American Medical Women Association, and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

Robert Korwin, MAGD MICOI, Cosmetic Dentist at Advanced Dentistry in Middletown, NJ and teaches at St Josephs Hospital in Paterson. Dr. Korwin is a graduate of University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. He is a member of the American Dental Association, New Jersey Dental Association, Monmouth Ocean County Dental Society, Academy of General Dentistry, International Association for Orthodontics, International Congress of Oral Implantologists, The Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation and is a Board Member of the American Society for the Advancement of Anesthesia and Sedation in Dentistry and the New Jersey Board of Psychological Examiners.


Robert T. Leonard, Jr., DO, FAACS, is Founder and Chief Surgeon of Leonard Hair Transplant Associates with offices throughout New England. Dr. Leonard earned his medical degree from the University of New England. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Hair Restoration Surgery and a Diplomate of the American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery. He is Past President of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery and has specialized in taking care of men and women with hair loss for more than 26 years.

Keith Norton Marshall, DO, FACOS, Bariatric Surgeon at the Michigan Institute of Bariatric Surgery in Warren, MI. Dr. Marshall graduated with a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine with an undergraduate degree in Chemistry from Concordia University in Canada. Dr. Marshall is a member of the American College of Osteopathic Surgery, American Osteopathic Board of Surgery, American College Osteopathic Surgeons, ACOS, International Society of Bariatric Surgeons, Society of American Gastro-Endoscopic Surgeons, SAGES, and the Michigan Bariatric Surgery Consortium, MBSC.

Robert Glenn Pugach, MD, Urologist and Medical Director at the Pacific Coast Urology Medical Center in Beverly Hills, CA. Dr. Pugach received a Bachelor of Science Degree from New York University. After completing medical studies at the College of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, he went to New York University-Booth Memorial Medical Center where he completed general surgery residency. Dr. Pugach then did his urology training at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine-Montefiore Medical Center in New York. He is a member of American Association of Clinical Urologists (AACU), the Society of Laparoendosopic Surgeon and the American Medical Association.

Jeffrey Radack, DPM, FACFAS, Podiatric Surgeon and Medical Director at Texas Foot & Ankle Clinics in the Dallas/Fort worth area. Dr. Radack received his undergraduate degree from the University of California, Riverside. He earned

Dynarex Corporation & Group Purchasing of American Team up with Critical Medical Products for Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief


Orangeburg, NY (PRWEB) December 13, 2012

Dynarex Corporation, a leading manufacturer of a broad range of medical products located in Orangeburg, NY, has teamed up with one of their distributors, Group Purchasing of America in Flushing, NY to donate miscellaneous medical supplies such as pre-moistened Adult Washcloths, EZ Care Patient Bath Packs, Shaving Cream, Tooth Brushes, Toothpaste, Hair Brushes and Baby Power as disaster relief to aid thousands of people during the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy that hit the East Coast. The product donations will be distributed to thousands of victims that were devastated by Hurricane Sandy throughout the New York/New Jersey region.


The Staten Island Recovery Group and The First Presbyterian Church of Babylon will distribute some of these products where needed. Dynarex Corporation and Group Purchasing of American are both located in the New York metropolitan area. Dynarex and many of their northeastern distributors were affected by this horrific storm. Additionally, Dynarex donated disposable Exam Gloves and masks to help aid Our Coast, a non-profit organization located in Belmar, NJ. The New Jersey Shore was significantly destroyed in the midst of Hurricane Sandy demolishing homes, businesses and the famous Seaside Park Boardwalk. Tracy Jacek, an employee of Dynarex Corporation; recently donated her time with the clean-up at the Our Coast Event on Saturday, November 24th at the barrier Islands of New Jersey.


Dynarex is a leading manufacturer of disposable medical products and offers one of the broadest ranges of quality disposable medical products for the healthcare industry. Dynarex has a product portfolio dedicated to such categories as: antiseptic products, incontinent care, diagnostics, urological and respiratory products, personal protection, gloves, wound care, emergency first aid, patient care products and more! Dynarex is known in the industry as one the leaders in quality disposable medical products offering more choices and great value to their customers. For more product information on Dynarex or Group Purchasing of America, please contact our corporate headquarters at 1-888-335-7500 or go to our website at http://www.dynarex.com









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Shaft Medical San Diego now offers Prolite IPL Photo Rejuvenation to remove age spots.


San Diego, CA (PRWEB) December 13, 2012

Shaft Medical San Diego, the areas leading aesthetic medicine practice providing the full range of advanced cosmetic procedures, now offers the FDA-approved Prolite IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) system for skin rejuvenation and reduction of unwanted skin pigmentation such as age spots.


Over time, natural skin aging and exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation causes the skin to produce pigmentation irregularities. These areas, commonly known as age spots, are caused primarily by years of exposure to UV light from the sun and through use of commercial tanning lamps and tanning beds. Age spots, also called liver spots and solar lentigines, are flat gray, brown or black spots. They vary in size and usually appear on areas most exposed to the sun such as the face, hands, shoulders and arms. Your genetic makeup may also play a role in how susceptible you are to the development of age spots.


The pigment in the upper layer of skin (epidermis) that gives your skin its normal color is called melanin. UV light accelerates the production of melanin, creating a tan that helps protect deeper layers of skin from UV rays. On areas of the skin that have years of frequent and prolonged sun exposure, age spots appear when melanin becomes "clumped" or is produced in particularly high concentrations. In addition to sun exposure, simply becoming older can cause the extra production of melanin.


True age spots are harmless but they can look like cancerous growths. For cosmetic reasons, age spots can easily be lightened or removed. The Prolite IPL skin rejuvenation laser San Diego and La Jolla uses specific filters that deliver a series of gentle light pulses to the skin, targeting melanin and hemoglobin. The pulses can fire every two seconds allowing for the treatment of large areas such as the entire face, neck and d

Shaft Medical San Diego now offers PureLight Cellulite Heliotherapy, the latest laser technology for treating stubborn cellulite.


San Diego, CA (PRWEB) December 18, 2012

Shaft Medical San Diego, the West Coasts leading aesthetic medicine practice, providing the full range of advanced cosmetic procedures and located in beautiful La Jolla California, now offers PureLight Cellulite Heliotherapy to treat stubborn cellulite.


Available only at Shaft Medical, PureLight Cellulite Heliotherapy San Diego and La Jolla is the remarkably effective non-invasive solution to cellulite that people have been waiting for.


Cellulite is a condition which affects more than 85% of women, even being apparent on very lean women, but rarely seen in males. It appears when fat cells just underneath the skin swell or enlarge and the collagen bands become brittle and no longer stretch properly. This is what causes the dimpled skin appearance. It is not a result of poor diet and exercise, or increased body fat as most people think. The development of cellulite is primarily caused by hormones, vascular changes, and inflammation.


PureLight produces a low level, or cold laser light that targets the membrane of the trapped fat cells that cause cellulite. The penetrating light energy then allows applied laser energy to eject the fat from the trapped cell so it can move into the body's natural waste removal system.


PureLight Cellulite Heliotherapy's new and innovative technology is non-invasive and UV free. It can be used to treat cellulite anywhere on the body and is safe to use on patients of all skin types. There are no side effects or sensitivity to sun and there is no downtime. Skin care products may be applied immediately after treatment, and patients can resume all normal activity.


PureLight treatments are painless and soothing and can provide visual results in as little as 48 hours. Patients will begin to see gradual tightening and smoothness of the skin. Each session takes about 45 minutes depending on the size and number of areas being treated. A total of 3 weekly sessions are recommended, however, additional sessions maybe required for resistant areas. Results depend on body weight and lifestyle. Proper diet and exercise regime will help maintain the results for up to several years.


In addition to the treatment of cellulite, PureLight Heliotherapy system has been found to restore the skin's natural and healthy appearance.


About Shaft Medical San Diego


Shaft Medical San Diego specializes in the very latest advanced aesthetic medicine procedures.


As San Diegos leading provider of Automated FUE Hair Transplantation, the practice offers NeoGraft No Linear Scar Hair and Eyebrow Restoration, MiXto SX Micro Fractional Skin Resurfacing Laser for acne scars and skin rejuvenation, PureLight Cellulite Heliotherapy, Alma Accent XL Radio Frequency Laser for skin tightening, QuadraSculpt Liposuction Body Contouring Surgery, Prolite IPL Laser for hair removal and facial rejuvenation, Laviv Personal Skin Cell Cloning Therapy and NeoGraft LTS Cold Laser for acne and enhanced hair growth, as well as Xeomin, Botox, Dysport, Juv