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Red-Light Therapy Offers Promise and Challenges Predicts Micheal Londo

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Micheal Londo of Body Balance System states “The transformative potential of RLT is undeniable, but understanding the science behind effective RLT is paramount.” The light intensity, measured as mW/cm2, is crucial for the therapy’s efficacy, with research pointing to an optimal range between 32 and 125 mW/cm2.

Due to a lack of measurement standardization, many companies are misrepresenting their products’ effectiveness. By solely measuring the light intensity directly on the LED diode, they offer skewed data. Due to the nature of red-light, its intensity diminishes rapidly with increasing distance. A diode reading of 128mW/cm2 can drop to just 22mW/cm2 mere inches away.

A prevalent design flaw contributing to this issue is the use of refurbished tanning bed clamshell designs. The reason is that they typically use thick 1/8″ polycarbonate for their clear covers leaving anywhere from 1″ to 12″ gaps in the canopy to the skin. Londo feels strongly based on research that “While these designs serve tanning purposes, the increased distance between the user and the light source severely compromises the clinical effectiveness of RLT.”

Londo also emphasizes the importance of industry-wide awareness, “The reliance on these clamshell designs, coupled with skewed intensity measurements, is misleading consumers and businesses and limiting therapeutic potential. It’s imperative that consumers and businesses understand the science behind RLT to discern true quality.”

Echoing Londo’s insights, the Red Light Clinic mentions in a recent article, “Without question, the use of red light therapy has evolved through scientific research, clinical studies, and the practices of medical professionals around the globe.” The collective experiences of these professionals, coupled with the growing evidence of RLT’s effectiveness, underscore the vast potential of this therapeutic method, provided the industry navigates its challenges responsibly.

Micheal Londo, deeply inspired by his personal journey of caring for his daughter born with a rare disorder, recognized an urgent need for well-designed medical devices that prioritize patient outcomes. In response, he founded Body Balance System, an FDA-registered company responsible for crafting OvationULT, a distinctively designed red-light therapy bed emphasizing genuine therapeutic results. For further inquiries or insights, Micheal can be reached on LinkedIn or through the company’s website at bodybalancesystemonline.com.

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Micheal Londo, Body Balance System, 1 8325617098, [email protected], https://bodybalancesystemonline.com/

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Pacific Dermatology Specialists Announces New Fullerton, CA Location

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Pacific Dermatology Specialists is proud to announce the opening of our newest location in Fullerton, CA. The practice offers a range of skin care services, including medical and pediatric dermatology. They are dedicated to delivering clinically excellent results and an exceptional patient experience.

FULLERTON, Calif., August 25th, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Pacific Dermatology Specialists is proud to announce the opening of our newest location in Fullerton, CA.

The practice offers a range of skin care services, including medical and pediatric dermatology. They are dedicated to delivering clinically excellent results and an exceptional patient experience.

At Pacific Dermatology Specialists, they understand that receiving timely care is important, which is why they offer same-day and next-day appointments. They also accept most major insurances, including HMO, PPO, and Medicare.

Patients in the Fullerton community will be treated by Salma Balbas, PA-C, a board-certified physician assistant who specializes in dermatology. Salma graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Human Biology and Society from UCLA and completed her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Baylor College of Medicine. At Baylor College of Medicine, she was awarded the Henry D. McIntosh Award, which is given to the graduating student who achieved the highest degree of academic excellence and service and who best exemplifies the concept of the physician assistant.

Salma understands that skin conditions can be physical and emotional burdens and believes in partnering with patients to make managing these conditions easier. “I am thrilled to open a new location in the Fullerton community,” said Salma Balbas, PA-C. “I am committed to tailoring every treatment plan to the individual goals of my patients and using evidence-based medicine when partnering in their care.”

The new clinic is conveniently located at 2720 North Harbor Blvd, Suite 300, Fullerton, CA 92835, in the Harbor Medical Center. Patients looking to schedule an appointment can call us at 657.632.0123 or schedule online at pacificdermatologyspecialists.com.

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Nichole Volk, PhyNet Dermatology, LLC, 1 6156300805, [email protected], phynet.com

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Southeast Dermatology Specialists Expands with New Location in Sandy Springs

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Southeast Dermatology Specialists Expands to Sandy Springs with New Location Southeast Dermatology Specialists is proud to announce the opening of its new location in Sandy Springs. This location offers a comprehensive range of skin care services, including medical, surgical, pediatric, and cosmetic treatments. The Southeast Dermatology Specialists team is thrilled to bring its expertise to the Sandy Springs community, and they look forward to serving these patients with the highest level of care.

ATLANTA, Aug. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Southeast Dermatology Specialists is proud to announce the opening of its new location in Sandy Springs. This location offers a comprehensive range of skin care services, including medical, surgical, pediatric, and cosmetic treatments. The Southeast Dermatology Specialists team is thrilled to bring its expertise to the Sandy Springs community, and they look forward to serving these patients with the highest level of care.

At Southeast Dermatology Specialists, they understand that patients lead busy lives, which is why they offer same-day and next-day appointments. Its highly experienced team includes two Mayo clinic trained physicians: Dr. F. George Hougeir and Dr. Keith Harris, who practice alongside Jennifer Wright, PA-C, in the Sandy Springs location. The team at Southeast Dermatology Specialists is committed to providing exceptional patient care and has many years of experience in diagnosing and treating skin conditions.

Dr. Hougeir says, “We are excited to expand our practice to Sandy Springs and provide patients in this community with industry-leading dermatology care. Our team is dedicated to staying up to date with the latest treatments and technologies, and we are committed to providing our patients with an exceptional experience.”

At Southeast Dermatology Specialists, they believe that everyone deserves access to quality dermatology care. They look forward to building relationships with patients in the community and helping them achieve their skincare goals.

The new location is conveniently located at 5555 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd NE, Ste. 281, Atlanta, GA 30342. To schedule an appointment, patients can call the clinic at (470) 763-3376 or schedule an appointment online at sedermatologyspecialists.com.

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Nichole Volk, PhyNet Dermatology, LLC, 1 6156300805, [email protected], phynet.com

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OncoLens Named to Inc. 5000 List of Fastest Growing Private Companies in America

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Several of the largest integrated delivery networks and academic institutions use OncoLens Conference today, to drive standardized care across their network and facilitate their accreditation requirements.

Responding to the evolving needs of its oncology customers, OncoLens expanded its offerings to include a range of AI powered analytics and collaboration solutions to drive even higher precision to cancer care treatment. OncoLens Analytics Patient ID solutions help cancer centers break down internal silos with timely identification of patients that should be considered for specialized services including clinical trials, biomarker testing and immunotherapies among others. Through AI LLM (large language model) tools that are continually fine-tuned on oncology specific keywords, OncoLens Analytics extracts insights from structured and unstructured data within clinical records, to match up to 90% of the inclusion and exclusion criteria on a clinical trial. These algorithms can also be customized to identify individual or cohorts of patients who may benefit from more applicable stem cell therapies or other services.

The launch of OncoLens Molecular in 2022, helps cancer care teams integrate molecular and biomarker data into their treatment planning process. Through its partnerships with major genomic labs, OncoLens delivers discrete biomarker information and targeted recommendations, enabling providers to identify and deliver optimal targeted therapy options for patients.

Finally, the release of OncoLens Collaborate enables expert and second opinions within and across organizations and networks, providing care team members the ability to reach out to an expert on the other side of the world, or to a local MSL for dosage advice.

“We are thrilled to be recognized on the 2023 Inc. 5000 list and dedicated to continue building upon our comprehensive suite of products designed to support the oncology ecosystem. OncoLens continues to be focused on supporting more timely oncology physician education, treatment planning, and delivery, all aligned for better patient outcomes.” says Anju Mathew, Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of OncoLens.

Headquartered in Atlanta, OncoLens is the partner of choice for more than 200 cancer centers across the US, with a global reach that includes oncology and other cancer care teams around the world, including the Middle East. The Company’s strategic plans include expansion into Sub-Saharan Africa and other international markets in the coming years.

About OncoLens

OncoLens enables multidisciplinary cancer care across the continuum. Through a streamlined, secure HIPAA-compliant infrastructure, OncoLens drives intra-enterprise, community, and network participation in multidisciplinary care planning, tracking, and delivery. Using OncoLens, cancer care providers view a singular view of the patient including outpatient and in-patient clinical data, pathology, radiology, genomics and genetic information. They can collaborate on treatment plans, track quality for accreditation, and alignment to care pathways. As a result, health systems maximize clinical trial participation, an extended referral stream, and the creation of a center of excellence that can be leveraged to support patient care and provider education. www.oncolens.com

About the Inc. 5000

The prestigious Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since 1982, analyzes company data to recognize the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the United States. The global recognition that comes with inclusion in the 5000 gives the founders of the best businesses an opportunity to engage with an exclusive community of their peers, and the credibility that helps them drive sales and recruit talent. For more information, visit www.inc.com

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Heather Creran, OncoLens, 1 (678) 294-1192, [email protected], www.oncolens.com

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Radiology admins enthusiastic about new ultrasound systems

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Recent study by IMV finds that 32% of ultrasound sites expect to purchase at least one type of ultrasound system between 2023 and 2026.

ARLINGTON, Va., Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Radiology department administrators are enthusiastic about acquiring new ultrasound equipment over the next three years, driven by the anticipation that procedure volumes will shift from other imaging modalities to ultrasound, according to the recently published‥IMV 2023 Ultrasound Market Summary Report.

The report found that, when it comes to ultrasound purchases planned between this year and 2026, 32% of sites expect to purchase at least one type of ultrasound equipment and an additional 29% of sites are tentatively planning a purchase. This yields a combined 61% of sites considering an ultrasound equipment purchase in the next several years.

The top two future outlook factors revealed by the survey included high ratings for current ultrasound technology meeting the department’s clinical and throughput needs (with 66% of respondents rating this statement as a 4 or 5 out of 5), and the fact that “ultrasound procedures are increasing because some procedures are shifting from other imaging modalities” (with 48% of respondents rating this statement a 4 or 5 out of 5).

This enthusiasm for ultrasound persists despite a 2.3% decrease in overall number of general ultrasound patient exams, from 38.5‥million prior to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2019 to 37.6‥million in 2022.

The report also found the following:

Among the three types of ultrasound systems — cart-based, tablet/laptop, and handheld — 68% of sites have one type, 28% of sites have two types, and 4% of sites have all three.

In terms of individual general ultrasound systems, 85% of units owned and managed by radiology departments are cart-based, 11% are laptop/tablet, and 4% are handheld.

Regarding ultrasound vendors, 56% of sites have at least one‥GE HealthCare‥cart-based ultrasound system, followed by‥Philips‥at 37%,‥Siemens Healthineers‥at 18%,‥Canon Medical Components USA‥at 15% and‥Samsung Electronics‥at 5%.

95% of ultrasound exams are performed with cart-based systems, 5% with laptop/tablet systems, and less than 1% with handheld systems.

As for sonographer staffing, the 2023 survey shows that there are 4.4 full-time equivalent (FTE) sonographers performing ultrasound exams per site.

Ultrasound will be an interesting modality to watch to see if the shift in procedure volumes from other modalities continues and to track how the different types of ultrasound systems are utilized in a clinical setting.

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Davin Korstjens is a Senior Market Research Program Manager at IMV Medical Information Division, part of Science and Medicine Group.

IMV’s 2023 Ultrasound Market Summary Report explores market trends in U.S. hospitals including department priorities, future outlook, artificial intelligence trends, procedure volume, manufacture-installed base features and share, the use of OEM vs. third-party service providers, purchase plans, brand loyalty, and site operations characteristics. The report was published in July 2023 and is based on responses from 204 radiology/departmental administrators and clinicians who participated in IMV’s nationwide survey from February 2023 –April 2023. Vendors covered in this report include Butterfly Network, Canon, Clarius, Esaote, Fujifilm, GE, Healcerion, Hitachi, Konico Minolta, Mindray, Philips, Samsung, Siemens, and SonoScape.

For information about purchasing IMV Market Outlook Reports, visit the corporate website at https://imvinfo.com/ or call 703-778-3080 ext. 1033 to speak with a representative. In addition to the report, all purchases will include a complimentary recording of an executive summary presentation of findings conducted by IMV’s Senior Program Manager.

Disclosure: IMV Medical Information Division is a sister company of AuntMinnie.com.

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Davin Korstjens, IMV, 703-778-3080, [email protected], https://imvinfo.com/

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Top Rated Physical Therapy Group Secures Partnership with University of Louisville Athletics

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“We are delighted to be partnering with Louisville Athletics for the upcoming athletic season,” said PRPT’s CEO, Pat Wempe, PT, DPT, SCS, CSCS. “We look forward to our association with exceptional student athletes who embody the same values that are important to our company – working hard and having fun.”

With over 15 physical therapy practices across Kentucky, PRPT prides itself on delivering the best care and results to its patients through proven research, innovative treatments and technologies. This, along with a longstanding business relationship with Confluent Health, a Louisville-based family of physical and occupational therapy companies spanning the nation, and shared management services associated with it, PRPT is considered one of Kentucky’s top rated physical and occupational therapy experts.

CEO of Confluent Health, Dr. Kristi Henderson, DNP, FAAN, also expressed her enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, “We are excited to see ProRehab Physical Therapy collaborate with University of Louisville Athletics. The partnership aligns perfectly with our mission to positively impact the communities we serve by delivering best-in-class musculoskeletal care and advancing physical therapy practices through evidence-based research.”

In addition, Founder and Executive Chairman of Confluent Health, Dr. Larry Benz, PT, DPT, OCS, MBA, MAPP, FAPTA, has a rich history with the University of Louisville having served in multiple past and current roles with the University of Louisville’s Board of Trustees. Dr. Benz’s deep involvement with the university and its athletic association infuses this partnership with a sense of shared history and potential.

“The partnership between ProRehab Physical Therapy and University of Louisville Athletics has created a power team between top-tier physical therapists and top-performing collegiate athletes,” added Dr. Benz. “I am confident in PRPT’s top-notch care and results through proven research, innovative treatments and technologies, and an approach that treats patients like family. I could not be more thrilled to watch the partnership between PRPT and UofL bloom.”

To learn more about PRPT or to book a free consultation with one of Kentucky’s experts in physical therapy, please visit prorehab.com. 
About ProRehab Physical Therapy: ProRehab Physical Therapy (PRPT) is a Kentucky-based, private physical therapy practice group. As a proud member of the Confluent Health family, PRPT positively impacts patients’ lives by delivering the best care and results through proven research, innovative treatments and technologies, and an approach that treats patients like family. For more information, visit prorehab.com, or find them on Facebook at @prorehablou.

About Confluent Health: Confluent Health is a family of physical and occupational therapy companies. We are transforming healthcare by strengthening private practices, developing highly effective clinicians, innovating new services and technology to improve the quality of care for patients, and lowering costs via more effective treatment, workplace wellness, and injury prevention. For more information, visit goconfluent.com or find us on Facebook at @confluenthealth.

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Samantha Grimsley, Confluent Health, 502-472-9674, [email protected], https://goconfluent.com/

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Med Schools Fear Board Exam Changes Could Impede Diversity and MD Preparedness

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In January 2022, officials transitioned USMLE Step 1 to a pass/fail model largely to reduce student’s stress and anxiety. However, many educators are not in favor of this change, and residency program directors feel they no longer have a clear, objective way to assess students’ applications for residency. Additionally, the overall USMLE Step 1 pass rates dipped from 88% in 2021 to 82% in 2022. 2

To understand how this change is impacting educators and the students they teach, TrueLearn, a leader in healthcare education whose platform blends data analytics with cognition science to optimize learning outcomes for the medical education community, conducted a survey of more than 250 medical school faculty members, primarily in the U.S. Participants were from institutions such as Duke University School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) School of Medicine, Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, and University of California San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine.

TrueLearn’s survey provides insight into questions like, how is the USMLE Step 1 transition affecting medical students? Is it relieving their stress and anxiety? Will a pass/fail model impede diversity? Will the change result in potentially less prepared and knowledgeable physicians? How are educators dealing with this switch?

Freely available for download, the survey revealed a number of issues and trends including the following:

  • Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) was a major concern cited throughout the survey, and 40% of participants believe students – especially those less privileged – will have a tougher time matching into their top choices for residency.
  • Less than half of respondents believe the change will have any positive impact on students’ mental health and well-being.
  • More than half of respondents indicated that 5% or more of their medical students undergo formal remediation or delays each year. When asked if they have the data necessary to identify at-risk students, just 26% of participants stated “yes.”

“Making USMLE pass/fail has been catastrophic to the quality of physicians we are producing and we now only accept applicants from top 10 medical schools. It limits diversity and upward mobility,” wrote one survey participant. “The challenges are immense.”

TrueLearn’s Chief Commercial Officer, Kate Campbell, says, “TrueLearn aims to address these challenges through technology and collaboration. Our goal is to continually innovate technologies and tools that enable educators to understand their students’ strengths and weaknesses and, if necessary, put measures in place to ensure they succeed on their board exams and in their medical career. Vendors, educators, and policymakers must work together to ensure positive outcomes for all medical students and ultimately the patients they treat.”

About TrueLearn

TrueLearn is a leading digital learning and analytics company that focuses on training healthcare professionals in the areas of medicine, nursing, therapy, and allied health. Preparing for high-stakes exams in healthcare is challenging for even the highest performing learners. We help them realize their full potential and support institutions in meeting educational goals. Learn more about TrueLearn here.

1 The Match National Resident Matching Program. Results of the 2021 NRMP Program Director Survey. Nrmp.org. Accessed on August 14, 2023.

2 United States Medical Licensing Examination. Early Release of USMLE Step 1 2022 Summary Performance. USMLE.org. Accessed on August 14, 2023.

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