WASHINGTON (PRWEB)
April 08, 2020

The Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (AGB), the premier organization representing higher education governance, today published Risk Management: An Accountability Guide for University and College Boards, Second Edition in an effort to provide timely, relevant guidance to governing boards about effective risk management. As higher education institutions work to navigate the far-reaching implications of the COVID-19 pandemic, this publication serves as an indispensable resource for boards. This new guide is available at AGB.org/RiskManagement.

Veteran trustee and university leader Janice M. Abraham co-authored the publication with three of her United Educators(UE) colleagues to prepare boards to foster a culture that embraces and prepares for risk, and to help senior administrators develop and support the board in providing appropriate oversight. Her co-authors are Sarah Braughler, Liza Kabanova, and Justin Kollinger.

“If higher education ever needed to fully engage with a comprehensive risk management program, now is the time,” said Abraham, UE president and CEO. “COVID-19 sharpens the focus on short-, medium-, and long-term risks and opportunities. In the short term, the focus must be on the safety and health of our community; in the medium term, 2021 enrollment; and in the long term, potential mergers and shifts for online learning and funding priorities that demand boards lean into enterprise risk management.”

The new edition builds on the importance of enterprise risk management (ERM), introduced in the first edition, as a process that administrators can use in collaboration with their boards to assess and manage institution-wide risks and the forces that shape the risk environment for higher education. This new version also reflects the latest expert thinking on how to approach ERM comprehensively. It underscores how risk oversight has evolved in the past few years, offering chapters such as “Risks to Strategic Direction,” “Risks to Institutional Resources,” “Risks to the Student Experience,” and “Advancing Reputation.” This new version also contains questions that boards can ask to assess the next stage in the risk management process.

The second edition also adds a level of understanding about how the maturation of institutional risk management should progress to reach higher levels of ERM practice.

“The vast unforeseen implications of the coronavirus pandemic are now a reality that all institutions and their governing boards are grappling with,” said Henry Stoever, AGB president and CEO. “This book provides practical insights and guidance that boards can use to proactively oversee risk, both in terms of responding to unexpected crises and preparing for what’s to come.”

A complimentary e-book version of Risk Management, Second Edition is available for members to download on the AGB website. A hard copy format is available for purchase with a membership discount.

About AGB

The Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (AGB) is the premier membership organization that strengthens higher education governing boards and the strategic roles they serve within their organizations. Through our vast library of resources, educational events, and consulting services, and with nearly 100 years of experience, we empower 40,000 AGB members from more than 2,000 institutions and foundations to navigate complex issues, implement leading practices, streamline operations, and govern with confidence. AGB is the trusted resource for board members, chief executives, and key administrators on higher education governance and leadership.

About United Educators

United Educators (UE), a reciprocal risk retention group, is a licensed insurance company owned and governed by more than 1,600 member schools, colleges, and universities throughout the United States. Members range from small independent schools to multi-campus public universities. UE partners with its members to reduce risk through education-specific insurance coverage and risk management programs. UE’s comprehensive suite of resources is designed to engage the entire campus community—faculty, staff, and students—in managing risk. For more information, visit http://www.ue.org.

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LIVONIA, Mich. (PRWEB)
April 09, 2020

Hygieia is upending the old standard of insulin management for people with Type 2 diabetes. Using artificial intelligence and patented technology, Hygieia’s d-Nav® insulin management program automatically determines how much insulin a patient needs at the time of injection. Patients get the recommended dose when they need it, which helps them better manage their glucose levels.

It’s a dramatic change from today’s standard of care in which a patient’s insulin dose is modified only when he or she can see a physician for evaluation every few months. That creates a barrier to care, because people’s insulin needs are dynamic and often require much more frequent titration.

“Nearly 70 percent of people using insulin to manage their blood sugar levels fail to achieve recommended A1c levels,” said Eran Bashan, Ph.D. and CEO of Hygieia. “So, we developed a way to make insulin therapy safe and effective through a technology that doesn’t add burden to an already resource-challenged health system.”

SAFE AND EFFECTIVE GLUCOSE MANAGEMENT

The d-Nav program uses a handheld device and patented technology to measure glucose, identify glucose patterns and automatically calculate the next individualized insulin dose. Users simply insert their test strip into a handheld device and d-Nav analyzes the information and provides a recommended insulin dose. For many users, the dose changes every few days.

Through titration, d-Nav offers a safe and effective therapy for managing blood glucose levels. Studies have shown that within three months of starting d-Nav, 90 percent of users lowered their HbA1c levels.

Additionally, when insulin is working more effectively, there is an opportunity to move people to less expensive insulin and to reconsider the need for additional, more costly medications. In fact, a health economic study showed1 that people using d-Nav translated into cost savings of approximately $500 per patient, per month.

“When physicians first started prescribing insulin some 100 years ago, it was a medical breakthrough and a life-saving medication for insulin-requiring patients,” said Bashan. “Decades later, the growing number of patients makes it hard to sustain that standard. Hygieia’s d-Nav program serves as a collaborative insulin specialist helping patients safely and effectively manage their blood sugar levels.”

It’s a revolutionary concept designed to enable physicians, both primary care and endocrinologists, the ability to extend their continuous, personalized care to insulin treated patients with Type 2 diabetes without overtaxing office time and resources.

Patients on the d-Nav program receive test strips, lancets, a glucose monitor pre-loaded with the d-Nav app, and unlimited remote monitoring and clinical support. Physicians who prescribe d-Nav receive data and reports on their patients’ status, helping them with ongoing blood sugar management. For more information, contact Hygieia.com.

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1 “Impact of a Novel Insulin Management Service on Non-insulin Pharmaceutical Expenses,” Journal of Health Economics and Outcomes Research, JHEOR 2018;6(1):53-62

About Hygieia/ d-Nav Insulin Management Program

Hygieia’s d-Nav® insulin management program includes an AI-powered application and helps people with Type 2 diabetes use insulin in a safe and effective way. It works by guiding users to adjust their insulin doses – based on blood glucose patterns — every few days rather than three of four times annually. Studies show that some 90 percent of people using d-Nav® achieve lower A1c within three months. Patients report feeling better; having fewer complications; spending less time at their physician’s office; and potentially lowering their disease management costs. The d-Nav® insulin management program was developed by two University of Michigan researchers and has been peer-reviewed with studies published in leading medical journals. Hygieia is headquartered in Livonia, Michigan. Learn more at hygieia.com.

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AHMEDABAD, India (PRWEB)
April 09, 2020

Ecosmob’s Telepresence solutions are built with the mission to help various stakeholders of healthcare industry, including doctors, patients, and health insurance providers, to connect through audio, text, and video conferencing from any location.

Ecosmob Technologies is one of the prime names in the VoIP development domain. It is assisting businesses and enterprises to get connected with the team from any remote location and make on-spot decisions. Ecosmob has now come up with a Telepresence solution for the Healthcare sector to accelerate the growth of healthcare industries.

Maulik Shah, the CEO, and Founder of Ecosmob Technologies, said, “Our telepresence solution is built on VoIP solution that we offer to Healthcare industries. We have come up with a Telepresence solution to remove communication gaps in healthcare sector because of COVID-19 pandemic and to help Healthcare industries to deliver high customer satisfaction and generate more revenue.”

Technological innovations have always been a helping hand for humans to fight from any epidemic. It has always brought a solution to be faded off any sort of obstacles. It is also assisting us during the Coronavirus pandemic. Two innovative gifts of technology video conferencing software and Telepresence solutions are helping businesses and several sectors to be less affected by this catastrophic situation.

Coronavirus is turning the graph of the world economy. Lockdown in several parts has saturated the dynamic economy. The business of several sectors are declining and are facing financial crises. Cease in physical gatherings has resulted in the communication gap. However, the telepresence solution is assisting in filling this gap and helping people and businesses to be in contact with each other.

The telepresence solution is playing an essential role in the healthcare industry. It is transforming the traditional way of medication and is bringing innovative ways to handle patient problems. It is also making the operation of hospitals more flexible.

Scope of Telepresence solution in the Healthcare industry

Telepresence solution has wide scope in the Healthcare industry. However, before knowing about its importance in the healthcare industry, let us know what a telepresence solution is?

A telepresence solution is a software that can be installed on your mobiles, computers, and laptops. It uses microphones, speakers, cameras, monitors, and high-speed internet. It makes a person virtually present at any remote location.

Role of Telepresence solution in the Health industry

Several sectors are making use of telepresence solution software. Several stakeholders of the Healthcare industry including doctors, patients and health insurance providers are taking use of Telepresence solutions. Latest advancement in technology has made it much easier to use telepresence solutions wisely in the healthcare sector. Now doctors can use telepresence solutions to connect with patients and business partners. Patients can use it to consult with doctors and expert advice from their homes. Health insurance providers can use it to do meetings with clients and discuss with them the benefits of health insurance.

Telepresence solution software is highly important in the present coronavirus pandemic because now all streets are locked down. People are advised to stay at their home. In this situation, getting physically in touch with the surgeon or medical specialists is impossible. Therefore, the Telepresence solution is the best companion of yours because it makes you have video conferencing with doctors located in any part of the world and assists you in curing yourself and your family with adverse effects of the virus.

Features of Telepresence solution

1. Recording patient data – The telepresence solution is highly secure. In it, you can save personalized information of your patients and clients and use them whenever required. It also helps in keeping the record of accomplishment of the performance of hospital staff and taking appropriate actions against persons not performing well.

2. Recording and scheduling – Telepresence software helps in recording the conversation between the two parties. It also provides a reminder about appointments with clients and helps in scheduling meetings.

3. Remote management – Remote management is one of the most important features of telepresence software. It helps in managing the complete workforce from a remote location. Doctors can handle their various clinics located at different places. They can advise patients at any location by being present virtually.

4. Data sharing – Telepresence solution also assists in sharing data and important reports at any remote location.

5. One to one chat< – Telepresence solution provides a platform where various Healthcare industry professionals can do one to one chat in various modes including audio, video, and text.

Why to prefer the Telepresence solution over a normal phone call?

Telepresence solutions are better than normal phone calls in several ways. By using telepresence solution you can get connected to several users at a time and do video conferencing. It also assists you in recording the meetings and scheduling meetings. It also offers an opportunity to get connected doctors with patients by using various modes including text, audio and video calls. It is more secure than normal phone calls and cannot be hacked easily.

Benefits of telepresence solution in the Healthcare industry

There are a plethora of benefits which telepresence solutions are offering to the healthcare sector. These Benefits include-

1. Maintaining patients history and client records

2. Conducting meetings from remote locations

3. Recording conversations with clients

4. Scheduling meetings with patients and clients

5. Improving the quality of services

6. Gives competitive advantage

7. Saving time, money, and resources.

8. Helping physically disabled persons in getting contact with doctors from their home.

9. Bringing a smile on the faces of patients who are hospitalized for a long duration.

10. Making the healthcare industry more technologically sound.

The Healthcare industry has started making use of telepresence solutions to make medical facilities reach people at ease. If you are also interested in implementing the telepresence solution in your hospital or clinic, then feel free to contact us at Ecosmob Technologies private limited. We provide customised telepresence solution software according to your needs and help in setting up software at your workplace.

For more information and enquiries on Ecosmob’s Telepresence Solution for Healthcare Industry, reach our experts at +1 303 997 3139 or email: sales(at)ecosmob.com, or visit our website https://www.ecosmob.com/

About Ecosmob Technologies:

Ecosmob Technologies was founded in 2007 to provide its enterprise customers high-quality, enterprise-grade IT solutions and services. The company uses cutting-edge technology to deliver a range of services including VoIP Development, Mobile Application Development, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning & Digital Marketing and more.

Since inception, Ecosmob has adopted a customer-centric approach to serve its global clientele and has successfully addressed various business requirements with premium quality VoIP, Mobile and Web solutions.

For more information on Ecosmob, visit https://www.ecosmob.com/

NEW YORK (PRWEB)
April 09, 2020

The market value of healthcare software is forecasted to reach $29.9 billion by 2023, up from $19.5 billion in 2017.

SoftwareDevelopmentCompany.co, a B2B marketplace connecting brands with software developers, identified the best developers who can build custom software solutions for healthcare organizations.

The top healthcare software development companies are:

1. Kanda Software

Kanda is a full-service custom software development, digital transformation, cloud engineering and DevOps partner specializing in the development of time-sensitive and innovative Healthcare and Life Sciences solutions. They help companies reach a HIPAA-compliant, interoperable and secure solution.

https://www.kandasoft.com/verticals/digital-health-product-software-development/

2. Code Inspiration

Code Inspiration provides a full cycle software development services from documentation and UI mock ups, to design and development of the project. They provide tech consultancy aimed at long-term cooperation. Their agile teams can also show results by working under 2-3-week sprints.

https://codeinspiration.pro/

3. GBKSOFT

GBKSOFT makes clear and recognizable designs that aim to inspire trust and admiration for commercial brands by analyzing the industry and competitors. When building an app, their team is focused on making it with the environment where it will be used in mind.

https://gbksoft.com/

4. Black Flag Creative – blackflagcreative.com

Expertise: Web Design, Mobile App Development, Content Marketing and more

5. LCloud Ltd. – lcloud.pl

Expertise: Outsourcing, Cybersecurity & Risk Management, AWS Solution Architects and more

6. Povio Labs – poviolabs.com

Expertise: Product Design, Web Development, Mobile App Development and more

7. SolbegSoft – solbeg.com

Expertise: Mobile App Development, Consulting, Software Development and more

8. Usman Group – usmangroup.com

Expertise: Market Research, Product Design, Website Design and more

9. Web Mavens LLP – webmavens.com

Expertise: Web Design, Mobile App Development, Content Marketing and more

10. Williams Web Solutions – williamswebsolutions.com

Expertise: Consulting, Website Design, Website Development and more

Brands can view the best healthcare software development companies by price, expertise and location on SoftwareDevelopmentCompany.co.

About SoftwareDevelopmentCompany.co: SoftwareDevelopmentCompany.co analyzes the best software developers from around the world to determine the leading software development firms across all specialties and locations. The platform’s comprehensive ranking process – performed by industry experts – helps brands find and select the best software development agency that suits their needs.

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NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. (PRWEB)
April 09, 2020

Natreon announces publication of a randomized, double-blind clinical study on the effect of trivalent chromium, amla and shialjit when combined with fish oil. The study shows evidence that the trivalent chromium, amla and shilajit complex significantly improves the efficacy of fish oil in addressing cardiovascular risk factors.

In this randomized, double-blind, parallel group study, 59 type 2 diabetic subjects, who have already been on a stable dose of metformin, in three groups, completed the study: Group A, fish oil 2000 mg; Group B, fish oil 2000 mg + trivalent chromium, amla, shilajit complex 10 mg (200 μg of Cr3+); and Group C, fish oil 2000 mg + chromium, amla, shilajit combination 20 mg (400 μg of Cr3+) daily for 12 weeks (2000 mg of fish oil contained 600 mg of EPA and 400 mg of DHA). Endothelial function, as reflection index (RI), biomarkers of oxidative stress – malondialdehyde (MDA), nitric oxide (NO), glutathione (GSH), and inflammatory biomarkers high sensitivity C-reactive protein (hsCRP), inter-cellular adhesion molecule-1 (ICAM-1), vascular cell adhesion molecule-1 (VCAM-1), Endothelin-1 (ET-1) were evaluated at baseline, and 4 and 12 weeks. Lipid profile, platelet aggregation and glycosylated hemoglobin were evaluated at baseline and at 12 weeks.

Twelve week results show that fish oil by itself, at a dose of 2000 mg (600 mg of EPA + 400 mg of DHA) per day, led to significant (p≤0.05 to 0.0001) but modest improvement in cardiovascular parameters – endothelial function as RI from −2.38±0.75 to −3.92±0.60, MDA -0.88%, NO 4.94%, GSH 2.64%, hsCRP -2.09%, ICAM-1 -6.9%, VCAM-1 -5.85%, ET-1 -9.43%, TC -7.53%, HDL-C 4.74%, LDL-C -11.06%, VLDL-C -10.23%, triglycerides -10.1% . However, when the chromium, amla, shilajit complex was added to fish oil, especially at the 20 mg/day (400 mcg of Cr3+) dose, there were highly significant (p≤0.0001) improvements in all the parameters tested (RI from −2.04±0.79 to −8.73±1.36), MDA -21.29%, NO 38.79%, GSH 22.44%, hsCRP -63.4%, ICAM-1 -29.2%, VCAM-1 -38.64%, ET-1 -24.19%, TC -23.68%, HDL-C 25.11%, LDL-C -37.02%, VLDL-C -28.06%, triglycerides -28.11%.

Dr. Sanni Raju, CEO of Natreon states, “it is noteworthy that the triglycerides decreased significantly in the chromium, amla, shilajit complex groups although the dose of fish oil was only 2 g/day and the baseline triglyceride levels were only about 200 mg/dL, because fish oil is known to work better at 4g/day dose, and in hypertriglyceridemia state (triglyceride levels ≥500 mg/dL). In addition to this study, a second clinical study will soon be published evaluating the effect of trivalent chromium, amla, and shilajit in combination with fish oil in a population with health parameters associated with metabolic syndrome.”

About Natreon

Natreon is a leader in nutritional ingredient innovation, quality and research. Trusted by manufacturers for over 20 years, Natreon’s patented ingredients are derived from nature and founded on evidence-based Ayurveda. Committed to quality, its extracts are purified and standardized using proprietary process technology and controls that result in optimal levels of bioactive constituents. Natreon’s ingredients have been used in over 50 clinical trials that have supported 40 publications and 24 active patents. Natreon brings storied knowledge and expertise in botanical cultivation and extraction, and its ingredients are sustainably sourced through an integrated supply chain to ensure quality and potency. Natreon has its global headquarters in New Jersey and a state-of-the-art R&D facility in Kolkata, India. Natreon’s products include: Sensoril® ashwagandha, PrimaVie® shilajit, Capros® amla, Crominex®, AyuFlex®, Ayuric®, and introducing PhytoBGS®. For more information, visit: https://natreoninc.com/.

Contact:

Ally Coda – Marketing & Public Relations

Natreon, Inc.

2-D Janine Place

New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Tel: 732-296-1080

E-mail: ally@natreoninc.com

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“We help providers, payers, and government entities care for their patients while simultaneously protecting doctors and care team members from the COVID-19 virus.” Bill Bassett, President Wanda Health

SEATTLE (PRWEB)
April 09, 2020

Wanda Health announces the addition of two new provider partners adding thousands of patients being supported by the company’s COVID-19 Telehealth programs. The Wanda Health programs are helping to provide symptom screening and remote care management for their vulnerable patients while simultaneously reducing the risk of exposure to their medical staff during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Telehealth and remote patient management have been successful strategies deployed in our care management model,” said Dr. Yeeny Gonzalez, CEO at PCP1st. “The COVID-19 Telehealth and chronic care programs unique to Wanda Health, allows us to rapidly expand the scope of pre-symptom screening preventing the spread of the virus and ongoing care management for those who have been diagnosed with the virus.”

The first provider is PCP1st, a Florida based experts in delivering customized care management for CINs, ACOs, MSOs. The second provider is Washington based Lake Chelan Community Hospital and Clinics providing care for patients in rural communities. These providers are using the COVID-19 Telehealth programs and Wanda Health’s other chronic disease management programs, to help extend their ability to readily provide patients and quarantined individuals with automated symptom screening and remote ongoing care management for those who are symptomatic or have tested positive to the virus.

“The patients and families we serve are unique in their care needs since many of them are remotely located and have challenges getting to our clinics or hospitals on a regular basis. The COVID-19 virus has exasperated an already challenging situation and telehealth is the solution for us,” stated Ray Eickmeyer, Director of EMS at Lake Chelan Community Hospital and Clinics. “The Wanda Telehealth programs for COVID-19 and ongoing chronic care management will improve our ability to care for patients and keep them safer and healthier at home.”

“It’s our responsibility to help providers, payers, and government entities expand their ability to protect and care for their patients while simultaneously providing a means to protect doctors, nurses and care team members from the harm that can come from increased exposure from the COVID-19 virus,” stated Bill Bassett, President of Wanda Health. “Our telehealth system is proving successful in helping doctors rapidly screen, evaluate, support, and manage the expectations of their patients and families. We are very proud to support these providers who are helping to flatten the curve.”

The COVID-19 Telehealth care programs from Wanda Health, follows CDC symptom guidelines, to deliver automated, personalized Daily Health Checks to patients via landlines, Interactive Voice Response, Texts, and the CareLink App. The COVID-19 Telehealth Screening program is used to proactively screen for primary symptom indicators of COVID-19. The COVID-19 Telehealth Virus Management program helps doctors reassure patients and supports identifying those who have contracted the virus. Any health care provider, payer, hospital, clinic, and local state or Federal government entities involved in combating the COVID-19 virus can reach Wanda Health to learn more by emailing us at info@wandahealth or call 206-472-5584.

About Wanda Health. (http://www.wandahealth.com)

Wanda Health is putting the power of artificial intelligence into the hands of physicians, nurses, and patients to drive better care, increase satisfaction, and improve the bottom line. Our leading telehealth platform combines predictive analytics, advanced behavioral sciences, patient engagement and telehealth into a clinical decision support and care management platform that reduces adverse events and improves adherence. Our customers are experiencing reductions in unplanned rehospitalizations and emergency department visits, increased patient adherence, added revenue and reduced costs of operations.

About PCP1st (https://www.pcp1st.com/ )

Providing healthcare solutions for CINs, ACOs, MSOs and individual healthcare provider offices by developing customized programs designed for specific needs in order to achieve value-based goals.

About Lake Chelan Community Hospital and Clinic (http://www.lakechelancommunityhospital.com/)

Lake Chelan Community Hospital & Clinics (LCCHC) is a licensed 25-bed Critical Access Hospital with supporting clinics in Chelan, Washington and has been serving the Lake Chelan Valley for over 70 years. LCCHC is equipped with a 24-hour emergency room, surgical center, and inpatient services, speciality care clinic and a family medicine care clinic in downtown Chelan. Lake Chelan Community Hospital & Clinics is a vital component in the health care network that extends throughout the state and beyond. The family physicians, surgeons and care team regularly partner with larger facilities to ensure a full range of quality medical services to the Lake Chelan Valley.

For more information, additional images or interview opportunities contact:

Wanda Health

Bill Bassett

President

media@wandahealth.com

206.472.5584

PCP1st

Dr. Yeeny Gonzalez

CEO

ygonzalez@pcp1st.com

954.803.3564

LCCHC

Agustin Benegas

Communications & Outreach Manager

ABenegas@lcch.net

Office: 509.682.8525

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ALBANY, N.Y. (PRWEB)
April 09, 2020

Amid the COVID-19 crisis and shortage of face masks and personal protective equipment, student housing community Auden Albany has announced that it will be donating 1,000 facemasks to SUNY Albany to support its program that gets new personal protective equipment (PPE) into the hands of first responders and healthcare professionals. The university program, launched by scientists in the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences, is harnessing UAlbany’s 3D printing labs to produce new protective gear to meet the shortage being experienced at nearby hospitals as well as to protect first responders and campus police.

Auden Albany is one of the primary off-campus student housing communities at UAlbany, located just a block away from campus. Developed by NYC-based DMG Investments, Auden provides luxury student housing at affordable rates and focuses on providing high-end amenities to students such as fitness centers, study halls, game rooms, yoga studios and more. The community is also unique for the large, fully furnished apartment units that it offers that include private bathrooms, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and washers and dryers in the unit.

Auden Albany’s decision to donate 1,000 face masks was informed by its guiding principle of not just providing housing, but a community and contributing to protecting that community in its greatest times of need.

More about Auden Albany can be found at: https://www.audenalbany.com/

About DMG Investments

Headquartered in New York City at 100 Wall Street, DMG Investments LLC (“DMG”) was established in 2013.

DMG focuses on real estate acquisitions, development and management as well as financing. Leveraging the expertise of a team of dedicated real estate professionals with decades of experience creating and adding value for investors, DMG has amassed a portfolio of best-in-class assets across the US in dynamic markets in New York, New Jersey, Texas, Tennessee, Wisconsin, and South Carolina.

As the portfolio continues to grow, DMG is dedicated to providing amenities and services that enhance the livability of each project be it in the student housing, traditional multifamily or condominium sector. In the years to come, the goal of DMG is to become a global real estate enterprise with a world-class reputation for sustainable development and a business philosophy that emphasizes the importance of delivering value for investors, owners and residents.

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