U.S. Dermatology Partners Texas Monthly Rising Stars

“We value the clinical expertise of our physicians as well as their dedication to providing excellent and ethical patient care experiences and are pleased that they are being recognized for their excellence in their specialty.” Said Paul Singh, CEO

DALLAS (PRWEB)
June 24, 2020

Twelve U.S. Dermatology Partners doctors are being recognized by their peers as Super Doctors® Rising Stars in the July 2020 issue of Texas Monthly. Of those, six are new to the list.

The selection process for Super Doctors is a rigorous process designed to identify physicians who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Each year, Texas Monthly asks doctors across the state to nominate colleagues (excluding themselves) who they would trust for their own medical care. The Super Doctors research team then investigates independently. Candidates are evaluated based on peer recognition, professional achievement, and disciplinary history. The highest-ranking nominated physicians are asked to serve on a selection panel, which helps to determine the final list of Super Doctors. The final list represents 5% of Texas physicians.

Doctors recognized as Rising Stars meet the same criteria as Super Doctors and have been actively practicing for 10 years or less. Only 2.5% of all active physicians are selected to the Rising Star list. The physicians being honored represent cities throughout the state of Texas.

“The U.S. Dermatology Partners team is proud of our Texas physicians for their achievement in receiving the well-deserved Rising Star award. Six of the recognized physicians are new to the list which is a testament to the quality of the physicians in our group. We value the clinical expertise of our physicians as well as their dedication to providing excellent and ethical patient care experiences and are pleased that they are being recognized for their excellence in their specialty.” Said Paul Singh, CEO

The complete list is published in the July 2020 issue of Texas Monthly.

U.S. Dermatology Partners Rising Stars 2020

Recognized for Dermatology

Caitlin Farmer, M.D., Flower Mound, Plano

Juliet Gibson, M.D., Carrollton

Jennifer Holman, M.D., Tyler

Weilan Johnson, M.D., Georgetown

Laura Lester, M.D., Cedar Park

Bobbak Mansouri, M.D., Tyler

Michaela Overturf, M.D., Nacogdoches

Trisha Patel, M.D., Dallas

Valerie Truong, M.D., Dallas, Plano

Daniel Walker, MD, Grapevine

Calvin Williams, M.D., Keller

John “Jay” Wofford, MD, Dallas, Plano

About U.S. Dermatology Partners

As one of the largest physician-owned dermatology practices in the country, U.S. Dermatology Partners’ patients not only have access to general medical, surgical, and cosmetic skin treatments through its coordinated care network, but also benefit from the practice’s strong dermatology subspecialty thought leaders and medical advisory board. To be the best partners to its patients, U.S. Dermatology Partners is fervently focused on providing the highest level of patient-first care, and its team, therefore, includes recognized national leaders in areas such as clinical research, psoriasis, and Mohs Surgery. To learn more, visit usdermatologypartners.com.

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DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla. (PRWEB)
June 23, 2020

After temporarily closing all locations nationwide in March due to the coronavirus pandemic, Youfit Health Clubs is gradually reopening its doors over the next few weeks as the country slowly moves into the next phases of easing coronavirus restrictions. In the Sunshine State this week, seven clubs began welcoming members once again. So far, 39 Youfit locations have already reopened across Alabama, Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Texas and Virginia during the month of June.

The following Youfit Health Clubs opened with temporary, limited hours:

Youfit has committed to meeting all applicable guidelines, including those mandated by the government and implementing safety precautions including the following:

• Each and every Youfit Health Clubs location has undergone a deep clean that includes the disinfecting and maintenance of all equipment, surfaces, and facilities.
• The clubs are incorporating new social distancing plans to keep staff and members safe. This includes creating greater distance between machines and the implementation of no contact check-in and membership enrollment processes.
• There will be stringent regular sanitizing and disinfecting protocols.
• Lockers and showers at each location will be closed temporarily. YouGX Group Fitness classes will resume at a later date.
• A new membership code of conduct will be implemented.
• The Youfit team is being fully trained on these new policies and procedures and is committed to making the return as smooth as possible.

Members will receive further communication on the reopening of their specific club through email and text if they have opted in. Additional information will be available on the Youfit website, social media channels and at each club.

About Youfit

Youfit Health Clubs is a gym that’s about one thing only: You. Founded in 2008, Youfit offers affordable gym memberships at state-of-the-art facilities to help members get the most out of life.

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With the new paradigm, folks are seeking solutions to keep fit at home, or on-the-go, and away from the traditional gym setting. Many are finding that OYO Fitness products, including the NOVA Gym fits their lifestyle and produces real results.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (PRWEB)
June 23, 2020

The OYO NOVA Gym continued to shatter records, and ended its 51 day Kickstarter campaign as the highest funded crowdfunded fitness product ever. Of the over 480,000 projects to launch on Kickstarter, the NOVA Gym is the 35th most funded. To continue accepting pre-orders, the team has transitioned to Indiegogo’s InDemand.

The NOVA Gym uses NASA’s SpiraFlex resistance technology to provide up to 40lbs of resistance in each hand, yet only weighs 2.5lbs and folds up to go anywhere. Resistance for total body strength training is provided in all planes of movement. No extra equipment is required to work out chest, back, arms, core or legs. The NOVA Gym also provides resistance to opposing sides of muscle groups with “DoubleFlex” movements, which helps build a balanced body in less time. No other fitness equipment offers this for every muscle group in one device.

“With the new paradigm, folks are seeking solutions to keep fit at home, or on-the-go, and away from the traditional gym setting,” said Paul Francis, founder, inventor and CEO of OYO Fitness. “Many are finding that OYO Fitness products, including the NOVA Gym fits their lifestyle and produces real results.”

SpiraFlex resistance technology was originally developed by Francis for NASA astronauts to counteract muscle loss in zero gravity during long expeditions on the International Space Station. A NASA 16 week ground study found the SpiraFlex group built as much muscle as the free-weight group. “After six months in space using SpiraFlex technology, I returned stronger than before I left,” said former NASA Commander Leroy Chiao, PhD.

“SpiraFlex resistance feels like plate loaded cable machines at the health club,” said Nick Bolton, OYO Fitness Director. “The big advantage is that the OYO NOVA Gym provides this resistance in a personal gym to get fit where you are right now!”

The NOVA Gym is now available for pre-order on Indiegogo’s InDemand by visiting https://igg.me/at/oyo-nova-gym/x#/.

About OYO Fitness

OYO Fitness founder Paul Francis first developed SpiraFlex resistance technology for the NASA mission critical program to counteract astronaut bone and muscle loss caused by long-term zero gravity. During 10 years, over 50 International Space Station crew members have kept in shape with the SpiraFlex powered iRED invented by Francis. SpiraFlex was inducted into the Space Technology Hall of Fame.

Next, he licensed SpiraFlex technology to Nautilus Inc. and helped develop the Bowflex Revolution home gym, which is one of the best-selling home gyms of all time.

Francis founded OYO Fitness to develop fitness solutions that can fit anyone’s budget and lifestyle. OYO Fitness has become one of the fastest-growing brands in the health and fitness industry, with a deep pipeline of new products.

For more information visit http://www.OYOfitness.com.

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Originally inspired by Year of the Nurse and National Nurse’s Week, this “Empowering our Healthcare Heroes & First Responders” campaign evolved out of a need to address the challenges facing our frontline responders during the COVID-19 pandemic.

NEW YORK (PRWEB)
June 23, 2020

Originally inspired by Year of the Nurse and National Nurse’s Week, this “Empowering our Healthcare Heroes & First Responders” campaign evolved out of a need to address the challenges facing our frontline responders during the COVID-19 pandemic. This campaign advocates for innovative solutions that support healthcare workers and improve patient care and safety across the country.

Mediaplanet and Vocera Communications, Inc., a recognized leader in clinical communication and workflow solutions, are partnering to showcase solutions that help care team members stay connected and safe while caring for patients inside or outside the hospital, in isolation rooms, pop-up locations, or makeshift tents. The campaign, which includes print and digital components, provides valuable insights to help improve the safety, well-being, and resiliency of nurses and other healthcare heroes. Mediaplanet worked with the American Hospital Association, American Academy of Ambulatory Care Nursing on Nursing Care Coordination, the Red Cross, and many other organizations to publish educational resources for the campaign.

The print component of “Empowering Our Healthcare Heroes & First Responders” is distributed within today’s edition of USA Today in Chicago, Los Angeles, Detroit, Cincinnati, Philadelphia, Houston, Seattle, Atlanta, Boston, Florida, New York and Washington D.C./Baltimore markets, with a circulation of approximately 200,000 copies. The digital component is distributed nationally through a vast social media strategy and across a network of top news sites and partner outlets. To explore the digital version of the campaign, click here.

“Vocera is proud to help safeguard and support healthcare heroes on the frontlines who dedicate their lives to helping others,” said Rhonda Collins, DNP, RN, FAAN, chief nursing officer of Vocera.

The Vocera Badge and Vocera Smartbadge can be used under personal protective equipment (PPE) for hands-free communication, minimizing risk of contamination and helping preserve valuable PPE without disrupting workflow. Using simple voice commands, such as “call infection control team” or “call respiratory therapist,” care team members can connect with the right person or group, quickly and safely, saving critical time and resources.

About Vocera:

The mission of Vocera Communications, Inc. is to simplify and improve the lives of healthcare professionals and patients, while enabling hospitals to enhance quality of care and operational efficiency. In 2000, when the company was founded, we began to forever change the way care teams communicate. Today, Vocera offers the leading platform for improving clinical communication and workflow. More than 2,100 facilities worldwide, including nearly 1,700 hospitals and healthcare facilities, have selected our solutions. Care team members use our solutions to communicate and collaborate with coworkers by securely texting or calling and to be notified of important alerts and alarms. They can choose the right device for their role or task, including smartphones or our hands-free, wearable Vocera Smartbadge and Vocera Badge. Interoperability between the Vocera Platform and more than 150 clinical and operational systems helps reduce alarm fatigue; speed up staff response times; and improve patient care, safety, and experience. In addition to healthcare, Vocera is at home in luxury hotels, aged care facilities, retail stores, schools, power facilities, libraries, and more. Vocera solutions make mobile workers safer and more effective by enabling them to connect instantly with other people and access resources or information quickly. Vocera has made the list of Forbes 100 Most Trustworthy Companies in America. Learn more at http://www.vocera.com and follow @VoceraComm on Twitter.

Vocera® and the Vocera logo are trademarks of Vocera Communications, Inc. registered in the United States and other jurisdictions. All other trademarks appearing in this release are the property of their respective owners.

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Vocera Communications, Inc.

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shearon@vocera.com

About Mediaplanet

Mediaplanet specializes in the creation of content marketing campaigns covering a variety of industries. We tell meaningful stories that educate our audience and position our clients as solution providers. Our unique ability to pair the right leaders with the right readers, through the right platforms, has made Mediaplanet a global content marketing powerhouse. Our award-winning stories have won the hearts of countless readers while serving as a valuable platform for brands and their missions. Just call us storytellers with a purpose. Please visit http://www.mediaplanet.com for more on who we are and what we do.

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Taopatch is the future of medicine. Its combination of acupuncture and light therapy brings the body back to its natural state of balance. It has the power to shift humanity into a permanent state of wellbeing.

MARINA DEL REY, Calif. (PRWEB)
June 23, 2020

Today, Taopatch, a wearable nanotech patch, launches on Indiegogo to bring restorative non-chemical relief and wellness to the North American market. After selling more than 250,000 units in Europe and enjoying active promotion by a network of more than 1,800 doctors, it was time to expand.

People live in ways that aren’t aligned with how we’re naturally supposed to live. From hours in front of screens to habits of overworking and overmedicating that lead to stress and mental cloudiness, people are in need of relief.

Taopatch offers a non-chemical solution to physical, mental and emotional imbalances. It is a patented and licensed Class 1 medical device in Europe that harnesses the ancient practices of acupuncture while leveraging cutting-edge technology and light therapy to help the body naturally reset and rebalance. Taopatch converts body heat into light and sends it to the nervous system. This process resets the communication between the nervous system and the rest of the body leading to a variety of desired results. Taopatch can be used to treat a range of ailments including joint pain, neuromuscular pain, PMS and more. When applied to specific acupoints, Taopatch can also reduce stress and anxiety, improve focus, and help with athletic performance and recovery.

“Albert Einstein once said that future medicine would be the medicine of frequencies,” said Fabio Fontana, founder of Taopatch. “Taopatch is the future of medicine. Its combination of acupuncture and light therapy brings the body back to its natural state of balance. It has the power to shift humanity into a permanent state of wellbeing.”

Since its creation in 2013, Taopatch has been the subject of double-blind research studies for ailments including postural issues and multiple sclerosis. A study published on HEGEL by the Institut National de l’Information Scientifique et Technique found that significant improvements in posture control, range of motion and general well being in multiple sclerosis patients were recorded after three months of testing, and improvements were maintained in a follow-up after one year. Studies surrounding posture control in healthy individuals also found benefits after using Taopatch.

Taopatch contains layers of nanocrystals called Quantum Dots. These are 10,000 times smaller than human hair and are photosensitive. Each Taopatch ranges from 190 to 650 signals and frequencies that have been proven to promote health, wellbeing and overall balance.

Taopatch is waterproof, washable and comes with hypoallergenic adhesives for application. Each patch will last two years with regular or constant use. It is available to pre-order starting at $99 by visiting pr.go2.fund/taopatch.

About Taopatch

Taopatch was created by Italian Biomedical researcher Fabio Fontana in 2013 after a life-threatening accident left him with debilitating headaches, restricted movement and chronic pain. After trying every treatment option conventional medicine suggested, Fontana created Taopatch. Taopatch’s mission is to transform symptom-focused pharmaceutical medicine into biophysical medicine. By combining the ancient medicinal discipline of acupressure with cutting edge technological treatments in light therapy and nanotechnology, Taopatch is the solution of the future. For more information, visit http://www.taopatch.co.

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As a physician, I’m delighted about this new resource center, which provides valuable information, education and training on VUR and Deflux. – Dr. Christopher Cooper, Board-Certified Pediatric Urologist of the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. and STOCKHOLM (PRWEB)
June 23, 2020

Palette Life Sciences, Inc., a fully integrated life sciences company dedicated to improving patient outcomes, today announces the launch of the Deflux Learning Center, a valuable new online resource to support pediatric urologists who treat vesicoureteral reflux (VUR). The Deflux Learning Center contains comprehensive VUR and Deflux-related information, education, training, tools and resources to help pediatric urologists and pediatricians learn more about VUR and treatment options and provide them with educational materials for referring physicians, administrators and caregivers.

The Deflux Learning Center features:

• 
  The PedSpace – a new podcast series sponsored by Palette Life Sciences, featuring physicians discussing pediatric urology, VUR and Deflux, as well as broader topics, like telemedicine and more.
• Educational videos and webinars – including Deflux training videos and webinars on how and when to use Deflux, the injection technique, and content for pediatric urologists to download and share with referring physicians regarding diagnosing and grading VUR.
• Clinical articles – containing important scientific information pertaining to diagnosing, grading and treating VUR.
• Brochures and downloadable resources and tools – including physician and caregiver resources, product instructions for use, reimbursement information, and more.
• Events Calendar – featuring information about upcoming conferences, trainings and other industry events and meetings for physicians.

“As a physician, I’m delighted about this new resource center, which provides valuable information, education and training on VUR and Deflux,” said Dr. Christopher Cooper, Board-Certified Pediatric Urologist of University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital.

“At Palette Life Sciences, we are delighted to support pediatric urologists and their work to improve patient outcomes. Through the new Deflux Learning Center, we have provided a wide variety of resources that are accessible from anywhere and will greatly help them treat VUR by engaging in new educational content,” said Rich Low, Head of Marketing.

About VUR

Vesicoureteral reflux (VUR), sometimes referred to as urinary or bladder reflux, is a serious pediatric urinary condition in which urine refluxes from the bladder through one or both ureters toward the kidneys. This is due to an abnormality in the region where the ureter meets the bladder. Normally, a valve at the entrance to the bladder prevents backward flow of urine. Infected urine can reflux back into the ureters and, in severe cases, into the kidneys – which may lead to long-term kidney damage. Deflux is a minimally invasive, outpatient procedure that has been proven safe and effective in children with VUR grades II-IV. Deflux is a gel made from two tissue-friendly polysaccharides (types of sugars) – Non-Animal Stabilized Hyaluronic Acid (NASHA®) and dextranomer (Dx) – and is used as a tissue bulking agent that is injected around the ureteral opening to prevent urine from flowing back up from the bladder through the ureters.

About Deflux

Deflux is a minimally invasive, outpatient procedure that has been proven safe and effective in children with VUR. Deflux is a gel made from two tissue-friendly polysaccharides (types of sugars) – hyaluronic acid (HA) and dextranomer (Dx) – and is used as a tissue bulking agent that is injected inside the ureteral opening to prevent urine from flowing back up from the bladder through the ureters. Learn more at Deflux.com.

About Palette Life Sciences AB

Palette Life Sciences is a fully integrated life sciences company. Palette’s products improve patient outcomes in urology and urogynecology disorders, colorectal conditions, radiotherapy, and interventional oncology procedures. The Company’s portfolio of available products includes Deflux®, Solesta® and Barrigel®. Palette Life Sciences moves rapidly to leverage novel applications of existing technologies to create breakthrough medical solutions. This focus enables the company to serve those often overlooked by traditional medical companies and improve patient quality of life. Led by experienced healthcare executives, Palette Life Sciences is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, with offices in Santa Barbara, California, and Dallas, Texas. Learn more at http://www.palettelifesciences.com.

© 2020 Palette Life Sciences, Inc. All rights reserved.

Deflux® and NASHA® are registered trademarks. APM203A

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AHN Selects Chong S. Park, MD, FACS, to Lead Jefferson and Canonsburg Hospitals

“Both Jefferson and Canonsburg Hospital are vital community resources, and I am excited about the opportunity to help further advance their broader missions in this new leadership role,” said Dr. Park.

PITTSBURGH (PRWEB)
June 23, 2020

Allegheny Health Network (AHN) today announced the appointment of Chong S. Park, MD, FACS, as President of Jefferson Hospital and Canonsburg Hospital.

He will assume the new role effective immediately, succeeding Louise Urban, who was appointed as Senior Vice President of Operations for AHN in May.

Dr. Park is a long-time AHN cardiothoracic surgeon, and served as Medical Director of the Cardiovascular Institute at Jefferson. For the past six years, he has also served as Jefferson’s Chief Medical Officer, leading the hospital’s medical staff and clinical operations, ensuring the highest standards of patients care quality and safety at the hospital and its affiliated facilities across the south hills region.

Dr. Park has been a key member of the clinical leadership team at Jefferson Hospital over the last decade, and has played an important role in the hospital’s success since its 2013 affiliation with Allegheny Health Network.

Under his leadership, the quality of Jefferson’s cardiac program and medical services overall has received numerous accreditations and honors, including the most recent A grade for safety by the Leapfrog group.

Jefferson Hospital also was the first healthcare facility in Western Pennsylvania to earn the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline® Heart Attack Receiving Center accreditation. The hospital’s Cardiac Surgical Program also achieved a three-star rating, the highest possible grade, from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons for its excellence in caring for its complex cardiac surgical patients.

“For many years, I have been privileged to part of an extraordinary culture of caring and compassion at Jefferson Hospital that makes a difference every day in the health and well-being of the patients and communities we serve,” Dr. Park said. “Both Jefferson and Canonsburg Hospital are vital community resources, and I am excited about the opportunity to help further advance their broader missions in this new leadership role.”

Jefferson is a 341-bed tertiary care hospital located in Jefferson Hills, Pa.; Canonsburg is a 104-bed community hospital located in Canonsburg, Pa.

As part of its transformation since affiliating with AHN in 2014, Jefferson has opened a new cancer center, a new obstetrical program and a newly expanded, state-of-the-art emergency department, among other significant capital and programmatic investments. Canonsburg too has added programs in recent years, including cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation programs and an advanced women’s imaging center, among other services.

Both Canonsburg and Jefferson also recently enhanced their critical care capacity through a unique partnership with St. Louis-based Mercy Virtual.

Dr. Park lives in Upper St. Clair and is a life-long South Hills resident. He comes from a family of doctors – his father was a prominent heart surgeon in the greater Pittsburgh region, his mother was a radiologist, his brother is a heart surgeon and his sister is a neonatologist.

Cynthia Hundorfean, president and Chief Executive Officer of AHN, said Dr. Park’s depth of experience as a clinical leader and his familiarity with the health care needs of the South Hills region makes him uniquely qualified to lead Jefferson and Canonsburg.

“Our network has taken tremendous strides over the last several years in establishing itself as a high-quality, patient-centered provider of choice in Western Pennsylvania,” she said. “The leadership of clinicians like Dr. Park has been fundamental to that success. He is an exceptionally talented surgeon and physician executive, and we look forward to the leadership he will bring to this critical role for our organization.”

Dr. Park becomes the sixth physician president currently leading an AHN hospital, joining Vicenta Gaspar-Yoo, MD (Allegheny Valley Hospital); Christopher Clark, DO (Saint Vincent Hospital); Mark Rubino, MD (Forbes Hospital), and David Parda, MD (Allegheny General Hospital). Allan Klapper, MD, has also been appointed as president of AHN’s Wexford Hospital, which is slated to open in the fall of 2021. Nurse executive Ron Andro is president of West Penn Hospital.

Dr. Park earned his medical degree from Hahnemann University School of Medicine in Philadelphia and completed his post-graduate residencies at Allegheny General Hospital (cardiothoracic surgery) and Brown University (general surgery).

His professional affiliations include memberships in the Allegheny County Medical Society, the Pennsylvania Medical Society, and the Pennsylvania Association for Thoracic Surgery. He also is a fellow of both the American College of Surgeons and the Society of Thoracic Surgeons.

Dr. Park also will continue his clinical practice at Jefferson Hospital in addition to assuming the President role.

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About the Allegheny Health Network:

Allegheny Health Network (AHN.org), a Highmark Health company, is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving the greater Western Pennsylvania region. The Network is composed of 12 hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, Health + Wellness Pavilions, an employed physician organization, home and community-based health services, a research institute, and a group purchasing organization. The Network provides patients with access to a complete spectrum of advanced medical services, including nationally recognized programs for primary and emergency care, trauma care, cardiovascular disease, organ transplantation, cancer care, orthopedic surgery, neurology and neurosurgery, women’s health, diabetes, autoimmune disease and more. AHN employs approximately 21,000 people, has more than 2,500 physicians on its medical staff and serves as a clinical campus for Drexel University College of Medicine, Temple University School of Medicine, and the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine.