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Canal Calem Periodontics Now Welcomes New Patients for Ridge Augmentations in Cherry Hill, NJ


Canal Calem Periodontics, Periodontal Practice Serving Cherry Hill, NJ

Canal Calem Periodontics Offers Ridge Augmentations to Cherry Hill, NJ

Bone loss in the jaw can severely hinder a person’s life, affecting both their mental and physical health.

The esteemed periodontists at Canal Calem Periodontics help those suffering from lost jawbone volume in Cherry Hill, NJ restore their jaw and smile through ridge augmentation. Bone loss in the jaw can severely hinder a person’s life, affecting both their mental and physical health. Ridge augmentation allows periodontists to restore the natural contours of the jaw, enhance facial aesthetics and improve patient candidacy for dental implant placement. Patients with jawbone loss can receive this beneficial treatment at either the Medford, NJ or Moorestown, NJ Canal Calem Periodontics practice locations.

Bone loss in the jaw can occur for a variety of reasons, including trauma to the jaw, disease or lack of stimulation due to tooth loss. When the jawbone has deteriorated, there is less support for tooth roots, causing looseness and eventual tooth loss. In addition, the natural shape of the jaw and face as a whole will be altered, giving a more sunken in, aged look to the patient. Tooth loss combined with a changed facial appearance often lead patients to experience self-consciousness and a diminished quality of life. Dental implants, which need bone to stay secure in the jaw, may not be possible without ridge augmentation to restore the proper levels of bone to the jaw.

Ridge augmentation involves restoring bone where there is little bone width and height. Through a process called bone grafting, periodontists at Canal Calem Periodontics can rebuild the contours of the jaw, improving the appearance of the patient’s face and creating proper bone volume to support teeth or dental implants. Dental implants are a long-term tooth replacement solution that look, feel and function just like natural teeth. Typically, implants can be placed between four to six months after ridge augmentation is performed.

Periodontists are specialists in the hard and soft tissues of the mouth as well as in treatment of gum disease and dental implants to replace missing teeth. Canal Calem Periodontics offers experienced specialized care for patients who are seeking treatment for bone loss. The practice has been restoring smiles with ridge augmentation for over 25 years and Dr. Mario Canal maintains a membership with both the Academy of Osseointegration and the Delaware Valley Academy of Osseointegration.

Patients who are experiencing bone loss in their jaw are welcome to visit Canal Calem Periodontics for ridge augmentation, with or without a referral. To make an appointment, call 609-953-3700 for the Medford, NJ location or 856-439-1200 for the Moorestown, NJ location. Consultations can also be scheduled online at http://www.canalcalemperio.com.

About the Periodontists

Canal Calem Periodontics offers modern periodontal treatments for patients in Moorestown and Medford, NJ. Since 1993, Canal Calem Periodontics has been a resource in South Jersey for providing comprehensive periodontal and implant therapy. Working closely with the general dentist, Drs. Mario J. Canal and Ben Calem strive to improve their patients’ oral health and re-develop their dentition, where necessary. Both Drs. Canal and Calem are active in the community through their involvement with Donated Dental Services and The Holocaust Survivor’s Program. In addition, their strong belief in organized dentistry has led them both to serve as President of the Southern Dental Society. To learn more about the services they offer or to schedule a consultation at Canal Calem Periodontics visit http://www.canalcalemperio.com or call 609-534-5541 for the Medford, NJ office or 856-203-6588 for the Moorestown, NJ location.

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It’s Everywhere, But Still No Silver Bullet Found


Dr. Suzanne Friedler

What’s encouraging is the number of novel, increasingly effective – and more tolerable – acne medications that have become available during the past few years, including the possibility in the future of a vaccine targeting the bacterial toxin believed responsible for acne.

Acne! It’s seemingly everywhere, yet no silver bullet exists to cure it, despite years of research, says dermatologist Suzanne Friedler MD. In fact, more than 50 million people in the United States, including 85 percent of adolescents, have the chronic skin disorder. It is reportedly the reason for some 20 percent of all visits to the dermatologist. And, even the Pharaohs of ancient Egypt experienced it, according to earliest known references to the disease, says Dr. Friedler, a New York physician at Advanced Dermatology, PC and the Center for Laser & Cosmetic Surgery.

“What’s encouraging is the number of novel, increasingly effective – and more tolerable – acne medications that have become available during the past few years, including the possibility in the future of a vaccine targeting the bacterial toxin believed responsible for acne,” says Dr. Friedler, citing a 2018 study published in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology. In the study, scientists report that a toxin released by Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes), a common bacterium that lives on the surface of the skin, likely induces the inflammation that causes the characteristic inflammatory lesions of acne including papules, pustules and cysts.

Ongoing scientific work continues to enhance understanding of the disorder and its causes. However, experts generally contend that the onset of acne occurs when keratinocytes (skin cells) and sebum, the oily substance produced by sebaceous glands, plug up the skin’s follicles. Hair follicles are narrow canals connected to sebaceous glands. The follicle blockade prevents sebum from rising through pores to the skin’s surface. The resulting build-up of oil and cells promotes growth of P. acnes leading to an inflammatory response.

Genetics plays a role in acne. Teenagers are at higher risk for the condition if one or both parents had it. Other causes include hormonal changes in both adolescents and adults, especially adult women who are pregnant or in their premenstrual cycle; certain cosmetic products; skin friction from sports equipment or tight-fitting clothes; diet and even stress, Dr. Friedler explains.

“Acne is neither life-threatening nor contagious, but it is a very visible condition that can leave the patient with both physical and emotional scars,” says Dr. Friedler, who advises acne-sufferers to seek the immediate counsel of a dermatologist.

“If acne is left untreated or if a person tries to ‘pop’ or pick off acne lesions in an effort to improve appearance, the skin can be left with permanent scars,” she says. “Hereditary factors also make a person more prone to scarring or to unsightly blotches of skin discoloration after the acne lesions have healed.”

In its most severe form, acne conglobata may present with papules, pustules, cysts and nodules in the skin. As the high levels of inflammation begin to clear, patients may be left with depressed or raised scars on the skin.

As for the disorder’s impact on mental health, Dr. Friedler points to two 2018 studies – one linking acne to a 63 percent higher risk of depression during the first year of the disease (The British Journal of Dermatology) and another to poor self-image and low self-esteem, affecting quality of life (Plos One). Results of a survey presented at an American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) meeting indicated more than two-thirds of respondents considered someone with acne “unattractive.”

AAD physician guidelines for managing acne call for application of topical retinoids, vitamin A derivatives that regulate growth of epithelial skin cells. Retinoids such as tretinoin, aldapalene tazarotene and trifarotene help fight comedones (blackheads and whiteheads) which are the precursors to other acne forms. Along with retinoids, Dr. Friedler prescribes prescription-strength topicals consisting of sodium sulfacetamide, benzoyl peroxide, azelaic acid, dapsone, and various antibiotics, depending on the case. Oral treatments include new generation antibiotics, hormonal therapies and Isotretinoin (Accutane). Research has shown oral contraceptives and spironolactone to be effective in women with hormonal acne. Diet and lifestyle modifications can help as well.

For serious or stubborn cases of acne and to speed it’s resolution, patients may require chemical peels, photodynamic (light) therapy or laser therapy. These treatments are also helpful for reduction of post-acne scarring and hyperpigmentation. “The favored approach is one tailored to the severity of the condition, the patient’s skin type and color and a person’s response and tolerance to specific medications,” she says. “There is no one ‘best’ solution or one-size-fit-all therapy for the condition.”

Although acne cannot be wholly prevented since genetics is often involved, Dr. Friedler suggests these tips for minimizing its intensity:

  • Wash the face with a gentle cleanser at least twice a day – morning and evening – and before a workout or strenuous task that causes one to perspire.
  • Avoid irritating the skin with scrubs, buff puffs or harsh astringents.
  • Do not pick, pop or try to scrape off acne pimples and nodules. Allow them to heal naturally or with aid of medications
  • Use an oil free mineral sunscreen with an SPF of 50 or higher
  • Keep hair and hands off the face and avoid hair and facial products — like mousses, gels and creams — that contain oil or butter.
  • Keep bedding clean by changing bed sheets and pillowcases frequently.
  • See your dermatologist for a customized skin care routine

Suzanne J. Friedler, M.D. F.A.A.D., is a board-certified fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, with expertise in many areas of medical and cosmetic dermatology. She has been with Advanced Dermatology PC since 2002.

Advanced Dermatology P.C. and the Center for Laser and Cosmetic Surgery (New York & New Jersey) is one of the leading dermatology centers in the nation, offering highly experienced physicians in the fields of cosmetic and laser dermatology as well as plastic surgery and state-of-the-art medical technologies. http://www.advanceddermatologypc.com.

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Periodontist Reopens Practices in Garden Grove and Diamond Bar, CA, Offers Life-Changing Treatment


Dr. Jin Kim, Periodontist in Garden Grove, CA

Dr. Jin Kim, Periodontist in Garden Grove, CA Reopens Periodontal Practice

Oral health is the cornerstone of overall health. If left untreated dental concerns can grow and become systemic issues.

Dual board-certified periodontist and international lecturer, Dr. Jin Kim, reopens his two periodontal practices in Garden Grove and Diamond Bar, CA with new safety measures in place. Closely adhering to recommendations by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the American Dental Association (ADA), as well as the local and federal authorities, Dr. Kim and his staff have implemented new safety measures to protect their community’s health during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Oral health is the cornerstone of overall health. If left untreated dental concerns can grow and become systemic issues. Infection or inflammation in the gums, common signs of gum disease, can spread throughout the body and lead to chronic inflammation and a strained immune system. In order to preserve patients’ health and help them maintain an overall healthy life, Dr. Kim and his team welcome patients for gum disease treatment as well as dental implant services.

A specialist in gum disease treatment and dental implant surgery, Dr. Kim is also dual board certified by the American Board of Periodontology and the American Board of Oral Implantology/Implant Dentistry. In addition to his specialized periodontal training, Dr. Kim has advanced degrees in oral pathology, public health, and oral biology. Over his decades in practice he has seen first-hand the mouth-body connection and the improvements periodontal treatment can have on a patient’s life.

Offering minimally invasive care whenever possible, Dr. Kim and his team offer LANAP® laser gum therapy, an FDA-cleared solution to effectively treat gum disease with less discomfort and within fewer appointments. He also uses guided dental implant technology for precise and predictable dental implant placement for nearly 100 percent restored function. In fact, he can restore complete tooth loss in just one visit with All-on-4® full mouth dental implants.

Understanding the importance of complete oral health and a healthy immune system, now more than ever, Dr. Kim and his team are eager to welcome back their existing patients as well as any new patients in and around their area. Always adhering to the highest level of OSHA required Universal Safety Precautions, they have implemented additional safety guidelines for their patients’ comfort and health.

Among other measures, the staff will wear personal protection equipment (PPE) at all times when in contact with patients. Reducing the number of patients in the waiting room at one time, they are encouraging those who are able, to use their cars as their own personal waiting rooms. EPA-approved chemicals are used to sanitize each patient’s room after each visit. Each practice also receives a deep cleaning more frequently as well.

Dr. Kim and his team will closely monitor updates made by the CDC, ADA, and state and federal authorities amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

To learn more about the safety measures being taken by periodontist, Dr. Kim, or to schedule a consultation call 714-898-8757 for their Garden Grove practice or 909-860-9222 for their Diamond Bar location. To read more about the services this team offers including gum disease treatment and life-changing dental implant services, visit their website http://www.drjinkim.com.

About the Periodontist

Dr. Jin Kim is a periodontist dedicated to providing personalized dental care in Diamond Bar and Garden Grove, CA. Dr. Kim attended the University of Sydney Faculty of Dentistry before furthering his education with an advanced degree in pathology from the Medical School of the same University. Dr. Kim completed a periodontics and implant surgery residency at UCLA School of Dentistry and is board-certified by the American Board of Periodontology and the American Board of Oral Implantology/Implant Dentistry. He is a past president of the Western Society of Periodontology and was also inducted to be a Fellow of the prestigious American College of Dentists and earned Fellowships in the International Congress of Oral Implantologists and the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. Dr. Kim lectures and holds faculty positions at a number of universities including UCLA School of Dentistry and abroad. He has spoken at no less than 36 different countries across the globe as well as national and international academic and clinical associations and universities including the International Association of Dental Research, American Academy of Periodontology and Academy of Osseointegration. To learn more about Dr. Jin Kim and the services he offers, visit his website at http://www.drjinkim.com or call 909-860-9222 for the Diamond Bar location or 714-898-8757 for the West Garden Grove location to schedule an appointment.

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PMD Healthcare Is Now RemetricHealth, Helping Reimagine Healthcare Through Remote Monitoring and Telehealth


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We now have video telehealth, symptom monitoring, medication adherence, patient education, biometric devices for various health conditions and more, and we needed a name that reflected the breadth of our current and growing offerings.

RemetricHealth, a leading remote patient monitoring (RPM) and telehealth services company that has been serving the healthcare industry for more than a decade, announced today the launch of its new brand and website reflecting its expanded virtual and integrated care offerings.

In 2010, RemetricHealth, then known as PMD Healthcare, developed the first-ever patented, FDA-approved at-home personal spirometer, Spiro PD, which measures lung function. In recent years, RemetricHealth has expanded its RPM/telehealth capabilities, adding devices (such as a blood pressure monitor, weight scale, pulse oximeter, and more) that physician groups, hospitals, home health agencies and payers can use to monitor their patients’ overall health. The kits also are beneficial for chronic care management for conditions including CHF, hypertension, COPD and diabetes, as well as COVID-19 symptom monitoring.

“Our original name, PMD Healthcare, reflected the initial steps we took to help patients, but we felt it didn’t fully encompass our company’s continuing evolution,” says founder and CEO Wayne Meng. “We now have video telehealth, symptom monitoring, medication adherence, patient education, biometric devices for various health conditions and more, and we needed a name that reflected the breadth of our current and growing offerings. Our work in remote patient monitoring and telehealth is more relevant to patients and their circumstances than it has ever been.”

That relevance is also true for healthcare organizations seeking ways to serve patients safely and keep the doors open in a time of COVID-19 social distancing. Physicians who work with RemetricHealth to offer telehealth and remote patient monitoring can help patients outside the office and are earning significant reimbursements. Already, RemetricHealth works with more than half of the 20 hospitals described by U.S. News & World Report as the best in the country.

Additionally, RemetricHealth simplifies patient compliance—as shown by the company’s 96 percent patient satisfaction score. All of the tools transmit data without the need for patients to download apps, connect to Wi-Fi or engage in any other technology lift.

About RemetricHealth

RemetricHealth is an industry-leading, fully integrated remote patient monitoring and telehealth technology and service company that helps physician groups, hospitals, home health agencies and payers improve patient outcomes and achieve strategic goals by closely monitoring symptoms, vital signs and medication adherence between healthcare visits, alerting healthcare providers if intervention is needed. We’ve custom-tailored our own devices and combined RPM with video telehealth for a comprehensive solution that is truly integrated, flexible and affordable – with room for providers to achieve a significant ROI. We are bringing healthcare home. To discover more, visit RemetricHealth.com.

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Tampa’s Harmony Healthcare Responds to COVID-19, Impact on Healthcare Teams


We’ve quickly created remote work as the temporary normal, ensured increased safety of our employees, consultants, and clients, and moved from a paper-driven to a digital environment while improving business continuity planning.

As the leading human capital management organization in non-clinical healthcare, Harmony Healthcare announced today that in response to COVID-19 it is working with its corporate team, its consultants, and its healthcare partners to provide job security, updated remote and on-site solutions, reimbursements, and a host of digital resources. Harmony’s leadership team recognized the extraordinary efforts of the healthcare community at this time, including hundreds of its own consultants in the field throughout the country, and has put strategy into action to provide much needed assistance.

“We have all felt the pain of COVID-19. Many have made sacrifices and continue to do so,” founder and CEO Christian Brown said. “I’m very proud of the city of Tampa, the state of Florida, and our country. We’ve all taken hits from the media, government officials, and the reality of what we have faced and continue to face. But I hope all Americans are proud of how we as a country are reacting and of who we are as a people. I’m very proud of Harmony, our employees, our consultants, and our clients in this most difficult time,” he continued.

Since March 18, the corporate team has worked remotely. Leaders ensured technology and procedures were put in place to serve consultants and healthcare organizations across the country. They also immediately began strategizing how to face challenges as well as the shift in the healthcare staffing industry as a team. Those strategies include:


  • Founder and CEO Christian Brown chose to forgo 100% of his pay instead of furloughing corporate employees.
  • Other leaders at Harmony chose to forgo up to 50% of their pay for the foreseeable future in order to save jobs.
  • Experienced auditing professionals have been trained on updated coding expectations to help healthcare organizations tackle COVID-19 and the growing number of telehealth visits.
  • A trove of content was created that addresses a variety of concerns from the healthcare community such as how to code virtual care, how to leverage data for public health, and how to protect mental health during a pandemic.
  • A reimbursement program was created to help ease the financial burden of consultants in the field who were responsible for providing their own PPE.

“As we as an organization and a nation continue to battle COVID19 and the rapid changes prompted by it, it is critical that we continue to work together,” Senior Director, Administration Cindy Kell said. “We’ll come out stronger and put lessons learned to work to grow our company and our economy.”

The corporate team as well as consultants in the field continue to navigate the ever-evolving circumstances of COVID-19 and provide valuable expertise that both address the new landscape of healthcare and create a smarter health system for all.

“We’ve had consultant staff and corporate staff take financial hits from this, but they are resiliently rising to the moment as we as a team take on the new normal,” Brown said.

“We’ve quickly created remote work as the temporary normal, ensured increased safety of our employees, consultants, and clients, and moved from a paper-driven to a digital environment while improving business continuity planning,” Kell said. “At Harmony Healthcare, we stand as a team, and despite the hardships that we may endure, we will be far more connected than before this battle.”

About Harmony Healthcare

Harmony Healthcare, a human capital management company, provides a diverse range of non-clinical staffing and consulting solutions to healthcare organizations nationwide. The company’s portfolio delivers quality solutions to empower healthcare organization success, enhance clinical and financial outcomes, and enable the transition to value-based healthcare. Harmony is a trusted partner to over 300 clients including 11 of the top 15 largest health systems in the nation, major academic health centers, hospitals, physician practices, payers, 9 of the 15 largest CPA firms, and the federal government.

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LifeStation and AMAC Partner to Offer A Full Suite of Medical Alert Services to Members


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With LifeStation’s products and services, our member’s lives are impacted immediately, enabling them to do more, connect more, remain in their own homes longer, and accurately share their health and wellness needs with their designated caregivers.

LifeStation (http://www.lifestation.com) announced today it has partnered with The Association of Mature American Citizens, or AMAC, (http://www.amac.us) to provide members with emergency medical alert and remote care services. LifeStation offers a suite of products designed to increase safety and independence for seniors and their caregivers. Because the current COVID-19 pandemic increases the dangers of social isolation, particularly for seniors in need, LifeStation’s products are uniquely positioned to support AMAC’s members more than ever.

By leveraging LifeStation’s technology, the partnership will reduce the impact of senior isolation and the challenge of physical caregiver assistance for members. Key services include:


  • Medical Alert – A small button worn around the neck or wrist that is pressed during an injury or other emergency, triggering immediate assistance 24/7/365 from LifeStation’s trained care specialists, who then send help as needed from first responders, family, or caregivers.
  • Senior Isolation – Proactive communication program helps to mitigate the challenges of isolation & loneliness by keeping seniors connected. Regular calls to your members provide a friendly voice, conduct a critical needs assessment, deliver resources to stay safe and healthy, and improve physical and emotional well-being.

Additionally, LifeStation’s CareAssist Concierge Service enables contact with an expanded call list that includes meal delivery, pharmacy, and transportation resources.

“We understand how important the support seniors receive from The Association of Mature American Citizens is to their daily lives, well-being, and independence,” said Laura Aiello, Director, LifeStation. “During this time of uncertainty, we were pleased to offer a variety of tools from our caregiver support system to help ensure members are well cared for. AMAC is an institution with the ability and resources to improve the lives of seniors nationwide; we are very excited to work with them to increase the scope of critical support available to their members during the pandemic and beyond.”

The Association of Mature American Citizens is one of the fastest-growing 50+ organizations in America, with over two million members that carry the AMAC membership card. Over the past several years, AMAC has organized and attended nearly one thousand sit-down meetings with congressional leaders, Senators, House members, elected officials and others who directly impact the future of our country. From advocacy to life-changing technology partnerships, AMAC is on the front lines of the challenges faced by seniors today.

“We are thrilled to partner with LifeStation”, said Rebecca Weber, CEO, AMAC. “With LifeStation’s products and services, our member’s lives are impacted immediately, enabling them to do more, connect more, remain in their own homes longer, and accurately share their health and wellness needs with their designated caregivers. This partnership means our members are able to put their physical, emotional, and medical needs first.”

Ms. Aiello continued, “As we navigate the COVID-19 outbreak and what is to come after it, both our clients and our partners can feel confident that they can focus on their quality of life, as well as the well-being of those around them 24 hours a day.”

For more information about how LifeStation can help your organization and its members stay both protected and connected, contact 800-446-3300.

About LifeStation

LifeStation (http://www.lifestation.com) is one of the leading providers of medical alert monitoring and telehealth technology services in the United States. LifeStation’s mission is to leverage innovative capabilities to transform the lives of seniors and help them live safely and independently. Of equal importance is the wellbeing of caregivers and providing them with the peace of mind they need.

About AMAC

The two million member Association of Mature American Citizens [AMAC] (http://www.amac.us) is a vibrant, vital senior advocacy organization that takes its marching orders from its members. They act and speak on members’ behalf, protecting their interests and offering a practical insight on how to best solve the problems they face today. Live long and make a difference by joining AMAC today at http://amac.us/join-amac.

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Attorney Steven Boyne Joins Florida Healthcare Law Firm in Delray Beach, Florida


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Steven Boyne Attorney

Florida Healthcare Law Firm has announced that they have added Steven Boyne to the team. Steven brings over twenty plus years experience working with different types of healthcare entities from Air Ambulances to large healthcare insurance companies, and everything in between. Steven specializes in areas including specific healthcare business human resource issues, telemedicine and HIPAA, strategic disaster planning for healthcare providers, business interruption insurance, health insurance and air ambulances.

“Positioning your healthcare business to be proactive is one of the most important things you can do. Who would have imagined we’d see a global pandemic in our lifetime? Being prepared for ‘interruptions’ help keep your business afloat when disaster strikes, especially when it comes to finances. Steven’s experience in large health insurance companies brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise that will help individual practitioners be just as prepared as the big guys. And, as technology grows in the healthcare industry, Steven is on board to help with his tech expertise,” Florida Healthcare Law Firm COO Autumn Piccolo says. Founder and President, Jeff Cohen, goes on to say that, “We advise many clients on telemedicine and telehealth laws. Steven’s passion for tech is a great addition for current and future clients. His unique firsthand knowledge on cyberbreaches, tech software and security systems is hyper-specific, which will benefit healthcare business owners.

Steven will also be contributing to the monthly webinar and blogs held by the firm. The law firm has an industry-leading reputation for their heavy focus on community education through their newsletter, blogs and webinars, which provide updated and free information on trending topics in the medical field. Anyone who owns or manages a medical business is free to read the blogs and view the monthly webinar. Dates and topics are announced on social media with weekly reminders and viewers can also request new topics to be covered.

We know that it’s impossible to stay up on the latest trends in the industry. There’s more opportunity than ever for small healthcare business owners and doctors alike. Think about a doctor who has their own practice and now wants to add telehealth as a delivery system. What do they do? Who can they go to for some basic information? Would you rather read something written by a copywriter or something actually written by a lawyer who works in that field? Our blogs and webinars give us a chance to connect with former and potential clients and provide them with reliable legal advice.

For more information, contact 561-455-7700 or visit: https://www.floridahealthcarelawfirm.com/contact-page/

Florida Healthcare Law Firm has been around for years, providing high-quality legal assistance to medical businesses and individual clients throughout the State of Florida. Monthly events including free webinars, blogs and other options are conducted to provide business owners and managers a platform to get detailed information related to their field. If you would like to see a topic covered or if you have any questions, feel free to contact us today.

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Impact Advisors Receives Top Honors in KLAS’ Clinical Optimization Services Report


We are dedicated to helping our clients realize the investment and benefits of their EHR and our associates are committed to providing the highest quality of service to ensure our clients achieve their goals.

Impact Advisors, a leading provider of strategy, performance excellence, revenue cycle management, ERP, implementation, and technology consulting services to the healthcare industry, announced today that it has been recognized by KLAS in the Clinical Optimization Services 2020 report. The firm is one of five firms recognized in the report with an overall score of 93.4.

“We are honored to be recognized by KLAS for our Clinical Optimization services as it highlights the value we are providing to our clients,” said Pete Smith, CEO, Impact Advisors. “We are dedicated to helping our clients realize the investment and benefits of their EHR and our associates are committed to providing the highest quality of service to ensure our clients achieve their goals.”

According to KLAS, clinical optimization projects focus on improving how clinical systems operate and are used by clinicians, and these services should result in improved patient care, ROI, and physician use and adoption. In order to accomplish these goals, the firms recognized in the report help clients with three primary levers: workflow refinement, application enhancement and clinician training.

Impact Advisors scored well in all areas, but compared to other firms, received the most praise around engagement execution in the application enhancement lever. The firm was recognized often for bringing to bear proven methodologies that delivered fast results. Impact Advisors received positive mentions from clients around continuously meeting or exceeding expectations, timeliness, project management, and tools and methodologies. The firm was also recognized for its biggest strengths: being quick to action and completion, not overpromising and helping clients become self-sufficient.

Each year, KLAS interviews thousands of healthcare professionals about the IT products and services their organizations use. These interviews are conducted using a standard quantitative evaluation, and the scores and commentary collected are shared online in real time so other providers and IT professionals can benefit from their peers’ experiences. For the full report, click here.

Impact Advisors helps clients with clinical optimization by focusing on high-value areas for improvement based on industry best practice. The firm improves revenue, quality, and safety, and patient and provider experiences for clients while also helping them prepare for value-based payments and realizing cost reductions. By focusing on these areas, health systems can ensure the highest return on investment in capital-intensive technology investments like EHRs.

About Impact Advisors

Impact Advisors is a nationally recognized healthcare consulting firm that is solving some of the toughest challenges in the industry by delivering strategic advisory, technology implementation and performance improvement services. Our comprehensive suite of digital health, clinical optimization and revenue cycle services spans the lifecycle of our clients’ needs. Our experienced team has a powerful combination of clinical, revenue, operations, consulting and IT experience. The firm has earned a number of prestigious industry and workplace awards, including Best in KLAS® for 12 consecutive years, Healthcare Informatics HCI 100, Crain’s Chicago Business Fast Fifty, as well as “best place to work” awards from: Modern Healthcare, Consulting Magazine, Becker’s Hospital Review and Achievers. For more information about Impact Advisors, visit http://www.impact-advisors.com.

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Gateway for Cancer Research Announces Recipient of Inaugural Discovery Grant


Gateway for Cancer Research (Gateway), a nonprofit organization dedicated to funding transformational early-phase cancer research, in partnership with Conquer Cancer®, the ASCO Foundation, is pleased to announce the recipient of the inaugural Discovery Grant. This $1.5 million grant was awarded to David C. Linehan, MD from Wilmot Cancer Institute at the University of Rochester Medical Center for his pancreatic cancer study examining the use of a novel immunotherapy treatment protocol.

Dr. Linehan’s clinical trial is entitled “A Phase 1b/2 Trial of Immunotherapy with Nivolumab and Pepinemab Combined with First Line Folfirinox for Treating Patients with Unresectable Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma” and will test the use of a dual immunotherapy approach in combination with standard chemotherapy to treat inoperable and locally advanced pancreatic ductal cancer (PDAC). The dual immunotherapy drugs, nivolumab and pepinemab, will activate the immune system to fight against the pancreatic tumors thereby enhancing the effectiveness of the chemotherapy folfirinox in targeting and eradicating the tumor cells.

PDAC is one of the most aggressive cancers and the 5-year survival rate is 9%. Currently, PDAC is the third leading cause of cancer-related death in the United States, and over the last decade the incidence has steadily increased with projections showing it becoming the second leading cause of cancer mortality by 2030. The current treatment strategy for PDAC patients is insufficient due to poor response rates and a negative impact on quality of life. Dr. Linehan’s study hopes to change the current state through his clinical trial, with the goal to ultimately implement a new, more effective treatment approach for patients diagnosed with PDAC.

“Congratulations to Dr. Linehan for being awarded the inaugural Discovery Grant. I am excited to see the outcomes of his innovative immunotherapy trial,” said Michael Burton, President and CEO of Gateway. “Gateway understands the urgent need to accelerate the pace of cancer research, especially for those with advanced pancreatic ductal cancer. By investing in clinical research exploring novel approaches such as Dr. Linehan’s, we are able to support courageous patients facing a cancer diagnosis with more effective treatment options and improved quality of life.”

“Gateway’s longstanding commitment to funding patient-centered, groundbreaking research has been essential to bringing this trial to fruition. With substantial funds from the Discovery Grant, our team will be able to bring this promising study to the bedside for patients who need new treatment options the most,” said Dr. Linehan. “I am grateful to have been selected by Gateway for this prestigious grant award and look forward to activating the trial for the benefit of those facing a difficult pancreatic cancer diagnosis.”

The Gateway Discovery Grant was established in 2019 through a scientific partnership between Gateway for Cancer Research and Conquer Cancer with the goal to identify compelling areas of inquiry in the field of cancer research and to fund the talented clinician-scientists best positioned to pursue these studies. This biennial $1.5 million grant program represents a significant new source of funding for transformational clinician-scientists poised to advance breakthroughs in cancer research.

To learn more about the Gateway Discovery Grant Program, please visit ASCO.org/Gateway.

About Gateway for Cancer Research

Gateway for Cancer Research is a nonprofit 501c(3) organization committed to funding innovative cancer research that helps people living with cancer to feel better and live longer as we work to end cancer as we know it. Thanks to generous underwriting, 99 cents of every dollar Gateway receives directly funds Phase I and Phase II cancer clinical trials at leading research institutions across the country and abroad. Since 1991, Gateway has supported more than 180 clinical trials and funded over $90 million in breakthrough cancer research. Get involved today by visiting GatewayCR.org, like us on Facebook and join the conversation on Twitter and Instagram, #BeAGateway.

About Conquer Cancer

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Mostly Medicaid adds Kris Vilamaa as new partner and Chief Growth Officer


Mostly Medicaid – the industry leader in providing products and consulting services to Health and Human Services (HHS) agencies, health plans, managed care organizations, and information technology companies- is growing. As part of the next stage in the Mostly Medicaid growth strategy, we have added Kris Vilamaa as a partner and the new Chief Growth Officer. Kris brings over twenty years experience in health policy and health information technology. Mr. Vilamaa will lead the Mostly Medicaid sales team and connect our product and consulting solutions to customers across the country.

As part of recent growth efforts over the past 2 years, we launched a series of market intelligence products for the healthcare investment and technology communities. We also expanded our long-standing online training solutions to offer bundled access for organizations looking for robust options for staff. Finally, after years of being asked by our client network to convene a conference, we launched our first virtual conference this summer. Kris has been involved in the strategy and development of each of these efforts, and is perfectly poised to take them to the next level and deliver their value to the broader government health sector market. He has also worked with our consulting clients for the past year, assisting companies and plans in advancing their strategies in the Medicaid space.

Prior to joining Mostly Medicaid, Kris worked in senior leadership roles for the Alabama Department of Mental Health, including as the agency’s first Chief Information Officer. He has been working in consulting for the last five years, working with over fifty clients in eighteen states, first as a Director for Germane Solutions, then with HealthCare Perspective, where he will continue to serve in the role of CEO as he expands his role with our team.

About Mostly Medicaid

Mostly Medicaid reaches thousands of Medicaid industry professionals, decision makers and influencers with its thought leadership publications and information sharing products. We also provide marketing and strategy consulting services for companies in the Medicaid industry, as well as premium educational content to enhance expertise for industry professionals. Mostly Medicaid offers a unique value in the Medicaid industry by focusing on data-driven business perspectives rather than policy-only or advocacy-only positions.

We began with one simple concept in mind – think of Medicaid as a massive industry. Besides the healthcare services provided to Medicaid enrollees, there are hundreds of thousands of people that process claims, build software, consult with hospitals – just to name a few segments. Those people need services and products to help them do their jobs, increase their revenues and improve their skills.

And that’s where Mostly Medicaid comes in. We are uniquely positioned to reach influencers across all segments and provide them with actionable information and recommendations. We have built a brand with 10,000 Medicaid industry professionals who trust us to bring non-biased information to them.

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