“We are pleased to recognize Dr. Gustavo Villegas as a UroLift Center of Excellence for his commitment to providing consistent care to BPH patients using the UroLift System treatment,” said Dave Amerson

PLEASANTON, Calif. (PRWEB)
May 15, 2020

NeoTract, a wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE:TFX) focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced that Gustavo Villegas M.D., DHR Health Urology Institute in Edinburg, TX, has been designated as a UroLift® Center of Excellence. The designation recognizes that Dr. Villegas has achieved a high level of training and experience with the UroLift® System and demonstrated a commitment to exemplary care for men suffering from symptoms associated with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), also known as enlarged prostate.

Recommended for the treatment of BPH in both the American Urological Association and European Association of Urology clinical guidelines, the FDA-cleared Prostatic Urethral Lift procedure using the UroLift System is a proven, minimally invasive technology for treating lower urinary tract symptoms due to BPH. The UroLift permanent implants, delivered during a transurethral outpatient procedure, relieve prostate obstruction and open the urethra directly without cutting, heating, or removing prostate tissue.

The UroLift Center of Excellence program is designed to highlight urologists who are committed to educating their patients on BPH and the UroLift System as a treatment option and consistently seek to deliver excellent patient outcomes and experiences.

“We are pleased to recognize Dr. Gustavo Villegas as a UroLift Center of Excellence for his commitment to providing consistent care to BPH patients using the UroLift System treatment,” said Dave Amerson, president of the Teleflex Interventional Urology business unit. “This achievement has helped many patients experience durable, long- term relief from the burdensome symptoms of BPH while preserving sexual function*1,2.”

Over 40 million men in the United States are affected by BPH, a condition that occurs when the prostate gland that surrounds the male urethra becomes enlarged with advancing age and begins to obstruct the urinary system. Symptoms of BPH often include interrupted sleep and urinary problems and can cause loss of productivity, depression and decreased quality of life.

Medication is often the first-line therapy for enlarged prostate, but relief can be inadequate and temporary. Side effects of medication treatment can include sexual dysfunction, dizziness and headaches, prompting many patients to quit using the drugs. For these patients, the classic alternative is surgery that cuts, heats or removes prostate tissue to open the blocked urethra. While current surgical options can be very effective in relieving symptoms, they can also leave patients with permanent side effects such as urinary incontinence, erectile dysfunction, and retrograde ejaculation.

About the UroLift® System

The FDA-cleared UroLift System is a proven, minimally invasive technology for treating lower urinary tract symptoms due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The UroLift permanent implants, delivered during a minimally invasive transurethral outpatient procedure, relieve prostate obstruction and open the urethra directly without cutting, heating, or removing prostate tissue. Clinical data from a pivotal 206-patient randomized controlled study showed that patients with enlarged prostate receiving UroLift implants reported rapid and durable symptomatic and urinary flow rate improvement without compromising sexual function*1,2. Patients also experienced a significant improvement in quality of life. Over 100,000 men have been treated with the UroLift System in the U.S. Most common adverse events reported include hematuria, dysuria, micturition urgency, pelvic pain, and urge incontinence. Most symptoms were mild to moderate in severity and resolved within two to four weeks after the procedure. The Prostatic Urethral Lift procedure using the UroLift System is recommended for the treatment of BPH in both the American Urological Association and European Association of Urology clinical guidelines. The UroLift System is available in the U.S., Europe, Australia, Canada, Mexico and South Korea. Learn more at http://www.UroLift.com.

About NeoTract | Teleflex Interventional Urology

A wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated, the Interventional Urology Business Unit is dedicated to developing innovative, minimally invasive and clinically effective devices that address unmet needs in the field of urology. Our initial focus is on improving the standard of care for patients with BPH using the UroLift System, a minimally invasive permanent implant system that treats symptoms while preserving normal sexual function*1,2. Learn more at http://www.NeoTract.com.

About Teleflex Incorporated

Teleflex is a global provider of medical technologies designed to improve the health and quality of people’s lives. We apply purpose driven innovation – a relentless pursuit of identifying unmet clinical needs – to benefit patients and healthcare providers. Our portfolio is diverse, with solutions in the fields of vascular and interventional access, surgical, anesthesia, cardiac care, urology, emergency medicine and respiratory care. Teleflex employees worldwide are united in the understanding that what we do every day makes a difference. For more information, please visit http://www.teleflex.com.

Teleflex is the home of Arrow®, Deknatel®, Hudson RCI®, LMA®, Pilling®, Rusch®, UroLift® and Weck® – trusted brands united by a common sense of purpose

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*No instances of new, sustained erectile or ejaculatory dysfunction 1. Roehrborn, J Urology 2013 LIFT Study

2.McVary, J Sex Med 2016

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CEDAR PARK, Texas (PRWEB)
May 15, 2020

MemoryCare.com, a comprehensive resource for caregivers and older adults living with memory impairment, has announced the Best Memory Care Facilities in Cedar Park, Texas. The guide identifies 23 memory care communities based on location, access to experts, facility features and amenities.

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 5.6 million people age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s dementia. In Cedar Park, the number of senior deaths related to Alzheimer’s increased by 30 percent between 2013 and 2017. Memory care facilities offer activities and therapies to help delay or halt cognitive decline. They also give family members and caregivers peace of mind by providing a safe environment for loved ones.

“There’s a high demand for quality memory care all across our nation; specifically, in cities like Cedar Park, which experienced a rapid increase in Alzheimer’s related deaths,” says Joyce Collins. “MemoryCare.com provides free resources to help families find the best facilities.”

Through hours of research and an intensive selection process, MemoryCare.com was designed to help caregivers find effective solutions for their loved ones. The website not only highlights the best facilities in the city, it also shares information about cost, reviews from residents, type of care offered and more. For a detailed listing of the Best Memory Care Facilities in Cedar Park, TX, please visit https://www.memorycare.com/cedar-park-tx-facilities/

2020 Best Memory Care Facilities in Cedar Park, TX (in alphabetical order)

Auberge at Cedar Park

Phone Number: (512) 986-7202

Address: 800 C-Bar Ranch Tr., Cedar Park, TX 78613

Website: aubergecedarpark.com/

Austin North Assisted Living

Phone Number: (512) 626-7494

Address: 11206 Powder Mill Tr., Austin, TX 78750

Website: austin-north.com/

Double Creek Assisted Living & Memory Care

Phone Number: (512) 649-1464

Address: 2300 Louis Henna Blvd., Round Rock, TX 78664

Website: doublecreekseniorliving.com/

Elan Southpark Meadows

Phone Number: (512) 649-1514

Address: 9320 Alice Mae Ln., Austin, TX 78748

Website: elansouthparkmeadows.com/

Franklin Park Round Rock

Phone Number: (512) 388-6076

Address: 4155 Teravista Club Dr., Round Rock, TX 78665

Website: franklinpark.org/

Georgetown Living

Phone Number: (512) 863-9888

Address: 2700 Shell Rd., Georgetown, TX 78628

Website: gtownliving.com/

Hampton Senior Living

Phone Number: (512) 394-8146

Address: 1905 Hampton Ln., Round Rock, TX 78664

Website: hamptonseniorlivingtexas.com/

Harmony Point Memory Care

Phone Number: (512) 549-6626

Address: 1201 Arrow Point Dr., Cedar Park, TX 78613

Website: harmonypoint-mc.com/

Ledgestone Senior Living

Phone Number: (512) 645-1445

Address: 13150 Four Star Blvd., Austin, TX 78737

Website: ledgestonesl.com/

Legacy at Georgetown

Phone Number: (512) 686-1694

Address: 4907 Williams Dr., Georgetown, TX 78633

Website: legacyatgeorgetownseniorliving.com/

Legacy Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care

Phone Number: (512) 649-2824

Address: 7501 West Hwy. 290, Austin, TX 78736

Website: legacy-oaks.com/

Legacy Oaks of Lakeway Assisted Living & Memory Care

Phone Number: (512) 649-2133

Address: 300 Medical Pkwy., Lakeway, TX 78738

Website: legacyoaksoflakeway.com/

Riva Ridge Memory Care Center

Phone Number: (512) 259-1330

Address: 801 Riva Ridge, Leander, TX 78641

Website: rivaridgeassistedliving.com/

Rocky Hollow Lake House

Phone Number: (254) 793-2311

Address: 1650 CR 245, Georgetown, TX 78633

Website: rockyhollowlakehouse.com/

Sedro Trail Assisted Living & Memory Care

Phone Number: (512) 943-4837

Address: 292 Sedro Tr., Georgetown, TX 78633

Website: sedrotrailassistedliving.com/

Sundance at Brushy Creek

Phone Number: (512) 514-0671

Address: 3000 Glacier Pass Ln., Cedar Park, TX 78613

Website: sundancememorycare.com/

Tech Ridge Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care

Phone Number: (512) 233-6868

Address: 400 E. Yager Ln., Austin, TX 78753

Website: techridgeoaks.com/

The Auberge at Bee Cave – A Memory Care Community

Phone Number: (512) 263-2544

Address: 14058 A. Bee Cave Pkwy., Bee Cave, TX 78738

Website: aubergebeecave.com/

The Cottages At Chandler Creek

Phone Number: (512) 354-4447

Address: 2401 North A.W. Grimes Blvd., Round Rock, TX 78665

Website: alzcottages.com/

The Delaney at Georgetown Village

Phone Number: (512) 487-7049

Address: 1841 Crystal Falls Pkwy., Leander, TX 78641

Website: legacyatcrystalfalls.com/

Tiffin House

Phone Number: (512) 718-4280

Address: 84 Woodcrest Rd., Georgetown, TX 78633

Website: tiffinhouseassistedliving.com/

University Village Assisted Living & Memory Care

Phone Number: (512) 248-2222

Address: 4701 Campus Village Dr., Round Rock, TX 78665

Website: universityvillagemc.com/

ABOUT MEMORYCARE.COM

MemoryCare.com provides tools and resources to help adults living with memory impairment and their families. The online guide uses data-driven research and expert evaluations to identify the best facilities across the nation. The MemoryCare.com team includes medical and elder care professionals as well as board of directors. For more information, visit https://www.memorycare.com/.

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Aeroflow survey results highlight the challenges faced by new moms during the first six weeks postpartum.

“The weeks following birth are a very nerve-wracking and uncertain time for new moms, which is why they need to feel fully equipped with what to expect during their recovery and how to care for their baby,” said Dr. Jessica Madden, Medical Director of Aeroflow Breastpumps.

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (PRWEB)
May 14, 2020

Aeroflow Healthcare today announced the results of a proprietary survey designed to highlight the experiences and struggles faced by new moms during the first six weeks postpartum, also known as the first 42 days. The third party-administered survey polled 394 women living in the United States with children between the ages 0-1 and was completed over a span of three days in March 2020. To download the full survey results, please click here.

Notable survey results include:

• Almost all new moms (90%) believe educating mothers about what to expect/resources available during the first six weeks postpartum can and should be improved
• An overwhelming majority of new moms (76%) were not given information or guidance regarding any products/medical devices that may help with recovery
• The top things new moms struggled with most in the first six weeks postpartum include breastfeeding (66%), followed by postpartum depression/anxiety (48%) and social support isolation (39%)
• One-in-four new moms (25%) report not feeling like they had access to the necessary care to address any/all of the above issues
• Nearly three-in-five new moms (59%) felt they needed assistance to breastfeed comfortably and successfully
• The majority of new moms (66%) report the postpartum period was more difficult than they thought it would be, which not surprisingly resulted in more than half (56%) having family/friends stay with them to help out—especially for the 25% of new moms that had to go back to work within the first six weeks after giving birth
• Half of moms (50%) report not feeling prepared in what to expect and how to care for their body the first six weeks postpartum
• Nearly one-in-five (19%) new moms report not being provided guidance regarding symptoms that may indicate a health concern after delivery, and when to raise these concerns to a doctor

These survey results highlight the profound hardships new moms experience when navigating the first six weeks postpartum, with many not receiving the necessary education and resources to aid in recovery and caring for a newborn. With women’s bodies undergoing drastic changes throughout and after pregnancy, new moms are experiencing physical symptoms including breast engorgement and pain (70%), soreness/pain in the vaginal and rectal areas (64%) and abdominal/uterine cramping (63%) while trying to figure out how to breastfeed successfully and properly care for a newborn.

New moms need all the support and information possible from their doctors and midwives, as almost half (48%) reported primarily feeling stressed and overwhelmed during this time. For example, a new mom’s first postpartum check-up typically takes place following the first six weeks after giving birth, but nearly two-in-five (38%) saw a healthcare provider within the first two weeks. While some of these women certainly may have required medical advice/attention, this shows there is a lot of uncertainty around what to expect and how to care for themselves and their baby during this time. As a result, many new moms are leaning on friends and family (64%) as opposed to their OB or midwife (46%) to gather information on what to expect during the postpartum period.

“The weeks following birth are a very nerve-wracking and uncertain time for new moms, which is why they need to feel fully equipped with what to expect during their recovery and how to care for their baby,” said Dr. Jessica Madden, Medical Director of Aeroflow Breastpumps. “Before moms leave the hospital with their newborns, it’s imperative that they feel confident in knowing the symptoms they will experience as their body recovers, when severity of symptoms indicate a more serious issue and the resources available to them to help with the process—especially when it comes to medical devices that will aid in healing.”

“We hope this study raises awareness about the need to improve postpartum education through all stages of a pregnancy and shows new moms all over the country that they are not alone in the challenges they face. Women need all the support possible to help them through this six-week period, so it’s important that they are not in the dark about where to turn to alleviate pain and discomfort as their bodies recover,” said Jennifer Jordan, Director of Mom and Baby at Aeroflow Healthcare. “Aeroflow proudly supports all new moms throughout their motherhood journey and remains committed to providing them with the highest quality tools, resources and medical devices to make the transition as smooth as possible.”

About Aeroflow Healthcare

Aeroflow Healthcare was founded in Asheville, NC in 2001 as a home oxygen provider, and has since grown to become a nationwide provider of durable medical equipment. In 2017, Aeroflow was also awarded the HME Excellence Award for Best Home Medical Equipment Provider and has been recognized as a business offering top-notch benefits to employees with the Great Place to Work Award. Aeroflow is an accredited Medicare and Medicaid provider and accepts most commercial insurance. To learn more about Aeroflow Healthcare and getting medical equipment through insurance, visit http://www.aeroflowinc.com.

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Meyer Vacation Rentals, based on the Alabama/Florida Gulf Coast, will give away 20 free beach vacations to Front Line Heroes who are serving others in the battle against COVID-19.

From physicians and nurses who are working 24-hour shifts to teachers who have switched to online instruction while also helping deliver students’ lunches to truckers who keep America’s food supply en route to our tables, these people truly are American heroes.

GULF SHORES, Ala. (PRWEB)
May 14, 2020

Meyer Vacation Rentals President Michelle Hodges announced this week the first winners of the Front Line Heroes Beach Vacation Giveaway.

Meyer will award a total of 20 three-night beach getaways during May to deserving individuals whose work has placed them on the front lines of the COVID-19 crisis.

Nominations have come in by the hundreds for those who are working on the front lines of this pandemic, whether they are first responders, work in healthcare or law enforcement, serve as essential retail workers, or are teachers or other types of caregivers, Hodges said.

“The entire Meyer Vacation Rentals family is so thankful for the work our healthcare providers and all those who support others during this crisis have done on behalf of us, our loved ones and our neighbors,” she said. “And, while we could never repay these heroes for their tireless efforts, we’d like to say ‘thank you’ by offering the gift of time to rest and relax with their loved ones at the beach.”

Hodges said the entire Meyer team has been moved by the stories of those nominated for the drawing.

“These heroes’ stories are so heartwarming, and our staff has been brought to tears on numerous occasions. In fact, we called one winner while she was still in quarantine waiting to return home after being deployed on the USNS Comfort in New York City. A career Navy professional, she left behind a husband and five children to serve on the ship. Another, who has an autoimmune deficiency herself and spent a great deal of time in the hospital as a child, has been working on the front lines of the pandemic and giving her all to her pediatric patients. We are so proud to be able to give these heroes and their families some time to decompress at the beach when they are ready,” she said.

Each person nominated deserves recognition for the outstanding work they are doing to keep us all safe and healthy, Hodges reiterated.

“From physicians and nurses who are working 24-hour shifts to teachers who have switched to online instruction while also helping deliver students’ lunches to truckers who keep America’s food supply en route to our tables, these people truly are American heroes.”

Many Meyer Vacation Rentals owner partners generously donated time in their beach condos or houses to provide winners and their families with a beach vacation getaway to the Alabama/Florida Gulf Coast.

“I’m proud of you for doing this. I played your video for my staff, and we were all crying by the end. You all are the best,” said one property owner. “We thank you for your effort over many years. We would like to join the effort to offer vacation time to these heroes,” said another.

“This giveaway simply would not have been possible without the many Meyer owner partners who donated time in their vacation rental properties for this program,” Hodges said. “We are so grateful for their generosity.”

ABOUT MEYER VACATION RENTALS

With the responsibility of managing 1,000+ individually owned condos and homes in its vacation rental inventory and driven by an unwavering commitment to providing superior service and support to vacation rental property owners and guests, Meyer Vacation Rentals has helped hundreds of thousands of vacationers stay, play and create lifelong memories in Gulf Shores, Fort Morgan and Orange Beach, Alabama, and Perdido Key, Florida, since 1967. Learn more at http://www.MeyerRE.com.

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“We are using the telehealth through iPatientCare. The team is awesome and getting us up. The technology infrastructure & service delivery by iPatientCare has enabled us to handle the sudden influx of patients visiting us virtually.”, said Susan Fili, RN/Office Manager, Yuil Medical Associates.

CINCINNATI, Ohio (PRWEB)
May 14, 2020

iPatientCare, a pioneer in cloud-based ambulatory EHR, revenue cycle management services, integrated practice management, and patient engagement solutions announced special recognition and success in delivering telehealth solutions specifically targeted to the current pandemic.

“We are using the telehealth through iPatientCare and the team has been awesome getting us up and running! The technology infrastructure and service delivery by iPatientCare has enabled us to handle the sudden influx of patients visiting us virtually.”, said Susan Fili, RN/Office Manager, Yuil Medical Associates

Elaborating on the functionality of the iPatientCare Telehealth platform, made available globally as an independent platform that can integrate multiple EHR and other patient-centric clinical system, Tejhas Vyaas, Sr. Healthcare Analyst, iPatientCare/AssureCare said, “iPatientCare telemedicine platform provides not only video integrated provider-patient virtual encounters but allows chatting, screen-sharing, file sharing, and session recording functionalities which are not yet part of any recognized EHR platforms natively. ”

“We are very pleased to meet the demands of the wider healthcare spectrum in supporting the front line healthcare workers in serving patients remotely. iPatientCare Telemedicine platform has been adopted globally, in the United States, Middle East, and Southeast Asia.” said Manish Singh, TeleHealth Growth Executive, iPatientCare/AssureCare.

About iPatientCare

iPatientCare is a full suite of innovative healthcare products and value-added services that help physician offices, rural health clinics, and community/federally qualified health centers (CHC/FQHC) nationwide in improving the health of their patients, enhancing patient care through care management/coordination/analytics, and reducing costs of care delivery.

The awards-winning EHR, integrated practice solutions and value-added services, such as, the revenue cycle enhancement and quality improvement consulting, provide everything you need to control your practice operations, increase revenues, and provide better patient care.

The iPatientCare EHR – version 18.0, has received 2015 Edition ONC Health IT certification by Drummond Group, an Office of the National Coordinator-Authorized Certification Body (ONC-ACB), in accordance with the applicable eligible professional certification criteria adopted by the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS). Full certification details can be found at the ONC Certified Health IT Product List.

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Amada Senior Care of Greater Milwaukee is sponsoring kiosks with sanitizer wipes to help minimize COVID-19 risk.

Our goal is to help minimize risk so that more people are kept safe. We want to ensure the health and safety of our home care clients, caregivers and customers of CVS pharmacies.

BROOKFIELD, Wis. (PRWEB)
May 13, 2020

Committed to doing everything it can to reduce the spread of the novel coronavirus, Amada Senior Care of Greater Milwaukee is placing hand sanitizer kiosks in several drugstore pharmacies for public use. The kiosk program is just the newest protocol that Amada of Greater Milwaukee, a premier non-medical provider of in-home senior care, has put into place in response to the current global pandemic.

While closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation, Amada Senior Care continues to follow the most current Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines. Amada caregivers are equipped with PPE (personal protective equipment) like masks, gloves, and hand sanitizer. They have received trainings and certifications on how to minimize transmission risk to clients during COVID-19. Their training on safety protocols, hygiene standards, infection control and the nature and communicability of airborne pathogens is continually updated and emphasized.

Taking the additional public service step of providing hand sanitizer kiosks is in keeping with Amada Franchise Inc.’s core commitment of enriching lives. DR Salerno, owner of Amada Senior Care of Greater Milwaukee, expects that sponsoring kiosks in several drugstore pharmacies will help residents minimize exposure to COVID-19 during this national emergency. Given many sponsorship options, Mr. Salerno decided that kiosks offer a better opportunity to support the CDC recommendation of hand washing/sanitizing as the single most important means of preventing the spread of infection.

“Our goal is to help minimize risk so that more people are kept safe,” says Mr. Salerno. “We want to ensure the health and safety of our home care clients, caregivers and customers of CVS pharmacies. We are pleased to introduce this public safety program through our partner Terraboost and do our part to help the communities we serve. Along with following industry-leading protocols for caregiver safety, we are making great strides serving seniors and other clients in this COVID-19 pandemic period and preparing for a strong recovery while maximizing everyone’s safety.”

Those who come across an Amada Senior Care kiosk will learn about how trained Amada caregivers work one-on-one with seniors, providing them personalized assistance with everyday activities and helping them manage any chronic health conditions. The Amada franchise system is a trusted partner in the senior healthcare continuum, providing critical support to overwhelmed community-based care resources. Providing exceptional in-home care is the overarching mission for the 200 franchise locations around the country because studies show that having an in-home caregiver promotes a meaningful routine, rapport, and connection, letting seniors and their family members focus on wellness.

As Amada continues to quickly respond to the rapidly changing COVID-19 environment, its foremost goal is the health and safety of seniors and families. Please consider Amada as a trusted resource and feel free to reach out with any questions about in-home caregiving, preserving the health of a beloved senior in your life, or obtaining specific assistance. You can reach Amada Senior Care of Greater Milwaukee at (262) 395-7928 or visit its website at http://www.AmadaMilwaukee.com.

About Amada Senior Care

Amada Senior Care Inc. is committed to enriching lives. We provide nurturing, compassionate, nonmedical, in-home care, and guide families through the many senior housing options available for assisted living. We also offer expertise in handling long-term care insurance claims and in certain forms of government aid, including Veterans Aid and Attendance Benefits.

Headquartered in San Clemente, Calif., Amada was founded in 2007, and continues to expand nationally by adding to its elite team of franchise partners. The company jumped up 67 spots to take the 208th ranking on the Entrepreneur Franchise 500 for 2019. In May 2018, Amada signed a national agreement to become a sponsor and exclusive provider to the NFL Alumni Association. For more information, visit AmadaSeniorCare.com.

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