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Industry: Healthcare

zumBrunnen, Inc., Building Consultants to Senior Living Communities, Exhibiting at 2019 LeadingAge Annual Meeting and Expo

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ATLANTA (PRWEB)

zumBrunnen, Inc., an independent building consulting firm, is exhibiting at the LeadingAge Annual Meeting and Expo being held October 27-30, 2019 in San Diego, CA. Representatives from the firm will be available at booth #1217 in the expo area to answer questions about reserve studies, facility condition assessments, capital replacement planning, construction monitoring and other building-related services.

“For over 30 years, our firm has partnered with hundreds of senior living providers assisting them in evaluating buildings, creating accurate budgets and successfully managing their facilities,” said Rob Milam, CEO of zumBrunnen, Inc. “Our senior living clients trust our team to help them with reserve studies, property condition assessments, capital replacement planning, construction monitoring and other specialized facility-related services. We enjoy helping our senior living clients maximize the value of their facilities, and we are proud to be an active member of LeadingAge.”

About LeadingAge:

LeadingAge is an association of over 6,000 not-for-profit organizations dedicated to expanding the world of possibilities for aging. LeadingAge strives to advance policies, promote practices and conduct research that supports, enables and empowers people to live fully as they age. LeadingAge’s members offer a continuum of aging services including: adult day services, home health, community services, senior housing, assisted living residences, continuing care retirement communities and nursing homes. For more information, please visit http://www.LeadingAge.org.

About zumBrunnen, Inc.:

zumBrunnen, Inc. was founded in 1989. With offices in Atlanta, GA, Charlotte, NC and Johnson City, TN, the firm specializes in long-range capital replacement planning, reserve studies, reserve study updates, property condition assessments, facility condition assessments, construction consulting, construction monitoring and other building-related services for a diverse list of national and international clients. The firm is also recognized for their proprietary FacilityForecast® Software System, a unique facilities condition assessment and budgeting tool designed to forecast and manage “life term” capital replacement expenses and to provide custom reserve funding plans designed to their client’s business model.

The firm has completed notable projects in a variety of market sectors including senior living, educational, multi-family, student housing, healthcare, institutional, mixed use, retail, office, warehouse, industrial, hospitality and public assembly. The firm is involved with several professional trade associations including LeadingAge (at a national level), LeadingAge North Carolina and LeadingAge Georgia. For more information, please visit http://www.zumbrunnen.com.

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Health: Psychology

PAINWeekEnd in Milwaukee Offers CE/CME Education to Aid the Opioid Public Health Crisis

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…I look forward to helping PAINWeekEnd attendees understand medical necessity for substance abuse treatment, drug testing, and prescribing controlled medications.


MONTCLAIR, N.J. (PRWEB)

PAINWeekEnd on November 16 at the Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel, 375 S Moorland Road, in Brookfield, Wisconsin, will be a timely full day program providing busy clinicians and allied healthcare practitioners with 6.0 hours of relevant, practical instruction in the management of chronic pain.

Wisconsin is committed to saving lives and building healthy communities. “Data Direct: Opioids” was launched, providing the most-up-to-date information on Wisconsin’s opioid epidemic and to guide efforts, via the changes, trends, and behaviors, to save lives. In August, the Wisconsin Society of Addiction Medicine worked to increase treatment capacity by training more prescribers to be able to treat opioid use disorders with buprenorphine. How will these trainings and tools affect clinicians?

At PAINWeekEnd, Senior faculty member Jennifer Bolen, JD, founder of The Legal Side of Pain, Knoxville, Tennessee will present Embrace Changes and Prevent Overdose: A Basic Blueprint for Legal Risk Mitigation and Response. She observed, “As payer policies for treatment continue to evolve, it is important that providers take steps to stay current on the legal and regulatory environment that may affect their practice and their patients. To that end, I look forward to helping PAINWeekEnd attendees understand medical necessity for substance abuse treatment, drug testing, and prescribing controlled medications.” Attorney Bolen will also present Get Your Specimens in Order: Timely Use of Test Results.

Other courses to be offered at PAINWeekEnd Milwaukee include Nonopioid Analgesics: Antidepressants, Adjuvant Therapies, and Muscle Relaxants; Opioid Moderatism: Seeking Middle Ground; Reefer Madness Revisited; and Rational Polypharmacy. Commercially supported activities—addressing a range of product, disease state, and medical information topics—will also be presented.

For more information about this or other regional conferences, and to register for $129, go to the https://www.painweek.org/conferences/painweekend/milwaukee-wi-saturday-111619/milwaukee-wi website. BONUS: PAINWeekEnd registrants may register for the 2020 PAINWeek National Conference, September 8-12, in Las Vegas, for $200 off the regular online published price.

PAINWeekEnd is provided by Global Education Group. About Global Education Group:

Global Education Group focuses on producing partnership-based CME for healthcare practitioners. The Global team works with a select group of medical education companies, associations, academic institutions and healthcare facilities to develop and accredit live healthcare conferences and workshops as well as online activities. With each partnership or joint providership, Global brings accreditation expertise, project management excellence and grant funding intelligence. Based in Littleton, Colo., Global has accreditation with commendation from the ACCME. Global also holds accreditations to offer continuing education for nurses, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, dietitians, dentists and psychologists. Global is a division of Ultimate Medical Academy.

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Business: Executives

CABEM Technologies Taps Mark Overington as SVP Sales and Marketing

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Mark Overington CABEM Technologies

“CABEM is unique in that they have a very powerful and robust learning management platform… I am excited to join the CABEM team and look forward to taking the company through its next phase of growth.” -Mark Overington


BOSTON, Mass. (PRWEB)

CABEM Technologies, a leading developer of custom and learning management software, today announced that software industry veteran Mark Overington has joined the company as Senior Vice President of sales and marketing.

With extensive experience leading business strategy and innovating in multiple industries, Overington and his team will be responsible for building and strengthening CABEM’s brand, supporting growth strategies, cultivating opportunities in new and existing markets, and increasing global demand for CABEM’s Competency Manager, the company’s flagship competency management software system.

Prior to joining CABEM, Overington held a number of executive positions in technology companies including President and CEO at Aframe North America, Inc. and Vice President at Avid Technology, where he led product management initiatives for the organization.

“We are pleased to have Mark on our team as he is a world-class sales and marketing executive, with experience in pre-and post-IPO companies. He brings valuable management experience from a variety of software industries including cloud and SaaS platforms,” said CABEM CEO, Jay Fredkin.

Overington is looking forward to bringing his expertise and experience to the organization, saying, “CABEM is unique in that they have a very powerful and robust learning management platform and the ability to customize a solution to meet the needs of any size and type of organization. I am excited to join the CABEM team and look forward to taking the company through its next phase of growth.”

CABEM Competency Manager is built for organizations to design actionable competency programs for their workforce and assign them to individuals based on role, location, and customized criteria. The software is flexible to allow for multiple completion methods of core competencies and skills, such as traditional test taking and Learning Management System (LMS) methods, performance assessments, certification uploads, and more. The cloud-based software is currently being used in enterprise and small businesses across multiple industries including manufacturing, construction, healthcare, and others.

To learn more about CABEM’s software services, including Competency Manager, visit cabem.com.

About CABEM Technologies, LLC

Founded in 2002, CABEM Technologies designs, builds, deploys, and maintains software applications and products for organizations that require sophisticated technology solutions. CABEM provides services to progressive nonprofit and for-profit organizations of all sizes, in a variety of industries including academia, testing, banking, identity theft, environmental, healthcare, and military.

CABEM Competency Manager, the company’s new competency management system, is designed to build competency, credentialing, and learning programs for organizations in many different industries. To learn more, visit their website.

Contacts for CABEM Technologies LLC: Alex Fredkin, Marketing Manager, at (617) 244-6609.

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Health

Eden Health Launches Telehealth Program Across Five States

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Through the use of telehealth, we will be able to deliver a wide range of diagnostic, therapeutic, and care management services as well as services to support family caregivers…


VANCOUVER, Wash. (PRWEB)

Eden Health has partnered with Health Recovery Solutions (HRS), a nationwide telehealth provider, to bring telehealth and remote patient monitoring services to high-risk patients at ten home health and hospice branches across five states: Washington, Idaho, Nevada, California, and Arizona.

Since August 2019, Eden Health has offered 24/7 patient monitoring and targeted support to COPD and CHF patients with an increased risk of rehospitalization and to patients who would benefit from daily monitoring and clinical support. In addition, telehealth services leveraging video conferencing and medication tracking are available to hospice patients in rural communities, creating an additional touchpoint between clinician and patient.

“The care of our patients with frailty, chronic diseases, or significant disabilities who live in our communities continues to be a major challenge for both us as a home health agency, as well as our large health systems and our patients’ family caregivers,” said Jamie Brown, VP of Home Services at Eden Health. “Through the use of telehealth, we will be able to deliver a wide range of diagnostic, therapeutic, and care management services as well as services to support family caregivers, such as communication tools with clinicians – services that otherwise would be delivered in a healthcare setting or through in-person home visits.”

Eden Health, in tandem with their home health and hospice telehealth programs, has also established a private pay program to extend care to patients outside of home care, assisting in the continued care and disease management.

To engage patients in their care, Eden utilizes the HRS platform, which provides patients with medication reminders, educational videos and quizzes, daily symptom surveys, and seven Bluetooth peripheral devices to record daily vitals. To provide caregivers with peace of mind and ensure patients are receiving care when they need it most, all patient data is uploaded in real-time to the clinician’s dashboard. This allows clinicians to monitor patients continuously, communicate with patients, and stage clinical interventions via text messaging, phone, and video conferencing platforms.

Kristina Wood, Divisional Manager of Clinical Operations at Eden Health, commented on the additional patient support telehealth provides: “telehealth allows us to identify changes in a patients’ condition early so that we can provide prompt interventions that keep the patient where they want to be. It also enables the opportunity for our clinicians to connect face-to-face with a patient and/or their caregiver at a moment’s notice, supporting them and reducing their anxiety.”

Patients have several avenues by which to enroll in Eden Health’s telehealth program. Eligible patients are referred by the hospital, skilled nursing facility, or primary care physician upon referral to Eden’s Home Health agency. Additionally, Eden’s home care team will enroll high-risk patients following clinical evaluation.

Eden’s telehealth program is a patient-centered approach aimed at reducing rehospitalizations through improved communication, patient education, and disease self-management. Each patient enrolled in the telehealth program receives a care plan specific to their needs and condition(s), as well as around the clock monitoring and support from an RN-led triage team and visiting home health clinical team.

Travis Tomulty, Regional Care Transitions and Telehealth Manager at Eden Health, added, “Telehealth is a pivotal way to deliver innovative healthcare, simultaneously providing both clinical care and self-management of chronic diseases while promoting and supporting a patient’s maximum independence and ability to live safely at home.”

“We are thrilled to partner with Eden Health in their mission to take both patient care and telehealth to the next level,” said Jarrett Bauer, CEO of Health Recovery Solutions. “HRS is committed to increasing access to care for underserved regions and is excited to work with Eden as they provide countless patients and families with exceptional care in the comfort of their home.”

About Eden Health

Eden Health is a division of EmpRes Healthcare, a 100% Employee Owned family of companies providing management and consulting services to rehabilitation and post-acute care centers, assisted and independent living communities and Home Health, Hospice and Home Care agencies throughout Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, South Dakota, Washington and Wyoming.

About Health Recovery Solutions

Health Recovery Solutions (HRS) supplies leading health systems with the most advanced remote monitoring platform and technology-enabled management services focused on changing patient behavior to reduce readmissions and improve clinical outcomes. HRS’ disease-specific telehealth solutions are customized with educational videos, care plans, and medication reminders while also integrated with Bluetooth peripherals to engage patients. For clinicians, HRS’ software allows for the management of high-risk patients and provides seamless communication with them through video chat, wound imaging, and text messaging. For family members and caregivers, HRS’ software gives them the ability to be fully involved in their family member’s care and well-being. To learn more about Health Recovery Solutions, visit https://www.healthrecoverysolutions.com/ or call (347) 699-6477.

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Society: Christianity

Michael Hodgin II’s newly released “Ehud’s Secret Mission” is a colorful children’s tale about a man of God with a secret mission to save his fellowmen.

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MEADVILLE, Pa. (PRWEB)

“Ehud’s Secret Mission”: a wonderful opus about Ehud, an appointed man of God, and his clever mission to redeem the Israelites from the clutches of an evil ruler. “Ehud’s Secret Mission” is the creation of published author Michael Hodgin II, a loving family man from Dennis, Mississippi.

Hodgin shares, “Here we have one of the judges from Old Testament times who was sent undercover to accomplish God’s plan. God gives Ehud a secret mission to get His people back in line.”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Michael Hodgin II’s new book is dedicated to sharing the magnificent power of God in using ordinary people to do notable deeds in His name.

This book allows children to understand the nature of God as a loving, caring, and responsible deity who sees to it that His beloved people are saved from further harm.

View the synopsis of “Ehud’s Secret Mission” on YouTube.

Consumers can purchase “Ehud’s Secret Mission” at traditional brick-and-mortar bookstores or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “Ehud’s Secret Mission,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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Technology: Computer

Good Leads® Extends the “End of Year” Incentive Plan for Outsourced B2B Lead Generation Services

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Good Leads CEO Bob Good

The goal is to quickly fill our client’s sales pipeline in the fall such that they meet their annual target and get an early start on their 2020 revenue goals stated Bob Good CEO


SALEM, N.H. (PRWEB)

Good Leads® is extending the “EOY” incentive plan with a 2 month offering and financing for outsourced B2B Lead Generation services. Good Leads will rapidly deploy a Strategic Strike inside sales team under their Prospect Builder® Program and extend delayed payments till the end of the contract term.

Using a proven process and knowledge of a client company, the Good Leads Strategic Strike Team will skillfully act as their inside sales team. Key features of the Build The Pipeline EOY incentive plan are customization of an ideal prospect contact database; rapid deployment of seasoned outbound calling business development professionals; short term program commitment that is scalable and extendable and a financial incentive of delayed payments on new programs.

The Good Leads “EOY” incentive plan is also applicable to their Sales Builder® Program and Event Builder™ Program, respectively, to drive fall sales or event attendance. And in all cases, the plan is backed by Good Leads’ signature guarantee and warranty to further protect and maximize client’s marketing and sales investment.

Good Leads CEO Bob Good stated, “Many companies are uncertain as to how to deal with the many marketing spend options. In extending the Good Leads ‘EOY’ plan, we are creating an incentive for our technology clients to finish the year with a pipeline of opportunities by offering a quick deployment of skilled business development resources and adding a delayed payment option to assist with cash flow. The goal is to quickly fill our client’s sales pipeline in the fall such that they get an early start on their 2020 revenue goals.”

About Good Leads:

Good Leads is a leading provider of outsourced business development services including qualified B2B lead generation, setting phone, face to face and web demo appointments specializing in enterprise software, healthcare IT, network security and product design & engineering software and design services. For 16 years, Good Leads has partnered with 450 domestic and international institutions, from high-tech to governmental agencies, to develop and implement a business development strategy as part of their integrated marketing plan. http://www.GoodLeads.com; 866 894-LEAD

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Technology: Electronics

Pioneer Cellular Employs NetView 360 5G Design Services to Carry Out Innovative 5G Fixed Wireless Evaluation

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Without question, what we learned from this engagement will help us make important strategic decisions about future 5G deployment, and allow us to provide the best possible service to our customers. – Jeff Wittrock, Department Manager of RF Network Services for Pioneer


ORLANDO, Fla. (PRWEB)

ClearSky Technologies, Inc., a global provider of network analytics and design services for 5G, 4G and 3G networks, announces the completion of a visionary 5G fixed wireless design project with Pioneer Cellular. The project used the NetView 360™ service to analyze multiple options for delivering high-speed Internet using 5G technology to residential customers, considering both business and technical factors.

The NetView 360 analysis was performed, analyzing two different strategies for 5G deployment and contrasted these deployment alternatives to installing a fiber optic network. NetView 360 makes possible these type of analysis projects by including a combination of technical, financial and business factors. For each design scenario, deliverables included the number of 5G sites required, resulting network capacity, projected data throughput, and total cost of a deployment.

The Pioneer project was conducted using millimeter wave spectrum, so the effect of foliage was significant. At higher frequency bands (3.5 GHz and above), the effect of all obstructions, including trees and other vegetation, must be considered in a full 3D model or coverage predictions will be highly inaccurate. NetView 360 uses patented methodology to model obstructions at 0.3-meter resolution in 3D, including tree canopies and walls within every building. As a case in point, the Pioneer project showed the foliage density in one of the test cities was different from the other and profoundly affected the two designs, highlighting the importance of using actual obstruction or “clutter” data in 3 dimensions for 5G analysis.

“The NetView 360 team’s prior experience with 5G design provided invaluable guidance throughout the entire project,” said Jeff Wittrock, Department Manager of RF Network Services for Pioneer. “Without question, what we learned from this engagement will help us make important strategic decisions about future 5G deployment, and allow us to provide the best possible service to our customers.”

“As technology advances and operators’ needs evolve, we are committed to ensuring that NetView 360 delivers 5G design solutions that provides the greatest possible benefit to our customers and their subscribers,” said Ron Willett, ClearSky president. “The Pioneer team had the vision to evaluate multiple design strategies to ensure they get the maximum benefit at minimum cost out of their 5G deployments.”

About ClearSky Technologies

For more than a decade, ClearSky Technologies, Inc. has been an innovation leader in providing network Infrastructure as a Service to mobile network operators. The company’s powerful array of products and services includes network baseline, optimization and design, traffic and policy management, and hosted messaging services. Headquartered in Orlando, ClearSky has provided services to wireless operators of all sizes across five continents. For more information, visit http://www.clearskytechnologies.com.

About Pioneer Cellular

Cellular Network Partnership d/b/a Pioneer Cellular is a Partnership Group comprised of Pioneer, your local broadband provider, – KanOkla Telephone Association, South Central Communications of Kansas, and Hinton Cellular Company in Hinton, Oklahoma. Launching cellular service in 1988, the group serves customers in 45 counties in Oklahoma and 8 counties in southern Kansas and provides nationwide coverage through roaming alliances with national carriers. Pioneer Cellular provides advanced mobile data services and applications such as Video, Picture, Text Messaging and High-Speed Web Browsing. For more information about Pioneer Cellular, dial 800.641.2732 or visit https://gopioneer.com.

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Society: Disabled Issues / Disabilities

A Special-Needs Child’s Remarkable Story” is a heartwarming story of love and dedication to a special needs child.

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WILDER, Ky. (PRWEB)

Rick Schirmer is a retired biotech industry executive and the proud father of four boys who has been married to his wife, Helen, for thirty years. He has completed his new book “Embracing the Journey: A Special-Needs Child’s Remarkable Story”: a deeply personal memoir outlining the determination he and his wife shared to provide the best life possible for their severely disabled son.

Rick writes, “Matthew was born in September of 1997 with a rare genetic disorder called Trisomy 22. His parents were told by the genetic director that he would be severely mentally retarded and never walk, never talk, or have much of a life, that they should not waste their time caring for him and put him in an institution for care.

He has endured fifteen surgeries, thousands of therapy sessions, and requires 24-7 care. Although he is now twenty-one years old and cognitively, he has developed only to the level of an infant, Matthew has proved the genetic director wrong in many areas. He is one of the happiest boys you will ever meet, has positively impacted the lives of so many, and continues to live a very rewarding life.

His life journey has provided so many tremendous lessons that can apply to everyone, and certainly to parents of a handicapped or disabled child. Matthew’s journey showed his parents and all those fortunate to interact with him that laughter is much better than crying, that any simple gesture of kindness can move mountains, and that there are many special individuals that will make a significant impact on a special-needs child’s life and their family’s life if given the opportunity.”

Published by New York City-based Page Publishing, Rick Schirmer’s engrossing book is a touching message of empathy, love, and recognition that every life matters.

Readers who wish to experience this engaging work can purchase “Embracing the Journey: A Special-Needs Child’s Remarkable Story” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes store, Amazon, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or media inquiries, contact Page Publishing at 866-315-2708.

About Page Publishing:

Page Publishing is a traditional New York-based, full-service publishing house that handles all the intricacies involved in publishing its authors’ books, including distribution in the world’s largest retail outlets and royalty generation. Page Publishing knows that authors need to be free to create – not overwhelmed with logistics like eBook conversion, establishing wholesale accounts, insurance, shipping, taxes, and the like. Its roster of accomplished authors and publishing professionals allows writers to leave behind these complex and time-consuming issues to focus on their passion: writing and creating. Learn more at http://www.pagepublishing.com.

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health and fitness

NEO Alternatives Announces the Launch of Root 66, Bringing High-Quality, Affordable Products to the CBD Health and Wellness Categories

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BOSTON (PRWEB)

NEO Alternatives, a U.S.-based company that is reshaping the Hemp-derived CBD health and wellness category, is announcing today the launch of their newest brand: Root 66 (https://root66brand.com)

From seed-to-store, Root 66 ethically sources its hemp from the organic farms of Oregon and the “Emerald Triangle” in California, delivering superior quality at affordable prices.

Each tincture in the Root 66 lineup is organic, vegan, gluten-free, pesticide-free and non-GMO, with each product being third-party tested for efficacy and quality standards. The brand’s state-of-the-art agriculture and production methods are also sustainable and eco-sensitive, echoing Root 66’s brand motto of feeling better and being better through selfcare.

“Our mission is to deliver effective solutions for those desiring a better quality of life and who focus on nurturing their overall health and wellness. Achieving these goals shouldn’t require sacrificing quality ingredients, and we’re very excited to start connecting with people so they can feel the difference with our Root 66 products,” said Kevin DiSano, President, Head of Consumer Products with NEO Alternatives.

Designed to deliver the best-in-class hemp oil extract at a reasonable price, the initial lineup of Root 66 products includes four distinct tinctures, specifically formulated for their targeted health and wellness benefits: Holistic, Sleep, Pain Relief, and Focus.

“The original Route 66 became such an iconic part of this country because of the way it gave Americans from all walks of life the freedom to explore and find ways to improve their overall quality of life, something that’s been captured in music, literature and films for decades. Similarly, with Root 66, we’re tapping into that same spirit, providing a new way for people to be better, to feel better, and to connect with the world around them,” added DiSano.

Root 66 is focused on becoming the leading provider of Hemp-derived CBD products for consumers who are seeking quality, added-value, efficacy and authenticity in the products they use.

For more information on Root 66, please visit: https://root66brand.com/

To schedule an interview with a senior member of the Root 66 or NEO Alternatives team, please contact Chris Sullivan (chris@macmillancom.com / (212) 473-3355) or Julia Stoll (julia@macmillancom.com / (212) 473-4442).

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About Root 66

Root 66 is steadfast in their commitment to provide top quality, highly effective and affordable natural Hemp Oil products. From seed-to-home, the Root 66 hemp oil extract is ethically sourced from the organic farms in Oregon and the renowned “Emerald Triangle” in California. Their state-of-the-art agriculture and production methods are sustainable, eco-sensitive, and validated through 3rd party testing ensuring full transparency. All Root 66 products are natural, vegan, gluten-free, pesticide-free, and contain only non-GMO organic ingredients. For more information, please visit: https://root66brand.com/

About NEO Alternatives

NEO Alternatives (NEO) is an innovative health and wellness company focused on redefining and elevating the CBD ecosphere. As a trailblazer and category disruptor, NEO’s portfolio of superior, premium-grade consumer brands and production facilities are at the forefront of defining the future of the CBD industry. All NEO brands and products follow state-of-the-art agricultural practices while the company’s endeavors are also designed around strict protocols mandating the highest standards in production. These mandates include organic sourcing that follows sustainable, ethical, and eco-sensitive procedures; using natural and effective ingredients while also employing third-party testing and validation. NEO’s management team is comprised of industry leaders from the worlds of CBD, advertising, marketing, branding, finance and sales. For more information, please visit: http://www.neoalts.com

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FDA Disclaimer: These products and statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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Industry: Healthcare

Concerto HealthAI Research Demonstrates that its Patient Reported Outcomes System Effectively Bridges the Communication Gap between Patients and their Clinical Team

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BOSTON (PRWEB)

Concerto HealthAI, the leading Real-World Data and AI Enterprise Technology company for precision oncology, announced today that it will present research findings which show how utilizing an electronic Patient Reported Outcomes (ePRO) system can be a highly effective and superior way for oncology practices to identify unmet needs of patients and link them to resources for developing Advance Directives (ADs), which are a guide to patients’ wishes for medical decisions during end-of-life care. The data will be presented during a poster presentation at the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) 2019 Supportive Care in Oncology Symposium being held October 25-26 in San Francisco, California.

ASCO recommends that healthcare providers encourage early advance care planning with their patients. However, many cancer patients do not have advance directives, such as a living will or a durable power of attorney. A potential reason for low rates is inadequate communication between the provider and patient. The value of having advance directives is to allow patients to make decisions about their health and quality of life known in the event they are unable to express them.

Researchers used the Patient Care Monitor™ (PCM), Concerto HealthAI’s proprietary, web-based ePRO system that links PRO data to electronic medical record data in real-time, to survey patients as part of routine clinical care at an initial visit to a community-based oncology practice.

“Utilizing patient reported outcomes has become a practical tool to assess the impact of treatment on patient quality of life and understand the factors that can improve communication between providers and patients,” said Joanne Buzaglo, PhD and Executive Director of PRO Solutions at Concerto HealthAI. “This study demonstrates that using an ePRO system can be a non-threatening way to identify potential questions patients have and provide them with useful information about developing advance directives.”

Overall, of the 4,573 patients that completed the PCM survey including the advance directives module, one quarter (26%) reported having an advance directive at the time of the initial visit to the oncology clinic, specifically 10% indicated having a Living Will and 6% a durable power of attorney. The remaining three-fourths (75%) indicated either not having an advance directive (64%) or not knowing if they had an advance directive (10%). Patients with advance directives were more likely to be older (M=68 v. 56 years) and White (79% v. 21% Black). Of the patients without advance directives, 11% requested more information on them and were more likely to be older (M-59 v. 55 years), female (66% v. 34%), Black (55% v. 45% White) and non-married/non-partnered (55% v. 45%).

“The majority of patients do not have ADs at the time of an initial visit to a community-based oncology practice,” said Jeff Elton, CEO of Concerto HealthAI. “This systematic and advanced approach to capturing data can address the gap in provider-patient communication in order to create the best possible care and end-of-life plan together.”

Details of the presentation are below. The full abstract can be accessed on the ASCO 2019 Supportive Care in Oncology Symposium website.

Abstract Number and Title: #5, “Capturing patient advance directives status in a community oncology practice using an electronic patient-reported outcomes (ePRO) system”

Poster Board Number: B2

Session Information: Poster Session A

Session Date and Time: Friday, October 25, 11:45 AM – 1:15 PM; then again from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM PDT

About Concerto HealthAI

Concerto HealthAI is a technology leader in Definitive Real-world Data (RWD) and AI solutions for precision oncology. Our mission is to bring together unique data assets, leading AI-based technologies, and the world’s top outcomes research and data science talent. Our focus is on revolutionizing clinical and outcomes research to accelerate the insights benefitting patient treatment. Concerto HealthAI is a SymphonyAI company. eurekaHealth is a trademark of Concerto HealthAI. For more information, visit us at http://www.concertohealthai.com.

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