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AX Semantics Launches Content Generation Software for Pharmaceutical Sector


AX Semantics, the easiest way to automate your content production

Content automation driven by NLG technology connects to the clinical study database and instantly generates HIPAA-compliant, auditable reports that help pharmaceutical companies meet regulatory requirements at a time when getting the right medications approved quickly is critical to global health.”

AX Semantics, an AI-powered, Natural Language Generation (NLG) market leader, today announced a new range of HIPAA-compliant content generation software for the pharmaceutical sector, which will allow pharmaceutical companies to generate regulatory Clinical Study Reports (CSRs) on medications up to 40% faster by automating 30% of writing the CSR.

“In addition to its effect on human lives and the economy, the coronavirus pandemic has exposed the hurdles pharmaceutical companies must overcome to get medication to patients. These processes are doubtless important to keep medications safe, but they also rely on outdated processes,“ said Saim Rolf Alkan, CEO and founder of AX Semantics. “Content automation driven by NLG technology connects to the clinical study database and instantly generates HIPAA-compliant, auditable reports that help pharmaceutical companies meet regulatory requirements at a time when getting the right medications and vaccines approved as expeditiously as possible is critical to ensure global public health.”

AX Semantics Upends the Status Quo.

The most challenging phase of bringing a drug to market is the human drug trial, or Phase III, during which time clinicians must write a CSR that describes the pharmacological impacts and trial outcomes. Typically, data collected from the human drug trials is gathered and medical writing teams manually compile the report, however, this outdated, onerous and time-consuming process can potentially delay life-saving medications from coming to market sooner and cost pharmaceutical companies millions. A capacity challenge also exists. Writing a CSR report typically takes several months to complete, which limits the number of CSRs a team of medical writers can produce annually. Some pharmaceutical companies have tried using templates to overcome the manual writing process challenge, however the templates have been found to be too complex and rigid for the different scenarios the CSR encompasses. For example, acceptable mortality rates can differ significantly depending on the drug that is being trialed: a drug that treats late stage cancer may have a mortality rate of 8%, which is acceptable, but a rate that high for a drug that treats a migraine headache is completely unacceptable. Templates cannot deal with these types of different scenarios, which severely limits their value.

AX Semantics content generation features for pharmaceutical and clinical study reports, include:

  • NLG output based on structured data: allows users to easily configure projects to any structure and import tools and formats including JSON, CSV and Excel, and API for integration into existing systems like Oracle Databases without the need for complex IT projects;
  • Topic and domain independent technology: all types of text can be generated, not just a limited set of topics — in up to 110 different languages;
  • Easy-to-use interface with real-time, multi-user capability and workflows: multiple people can work on a project at the same time, allowing scaled project sizes, while retaining the ability to test and deploy; and
  • Data Protection and Hybrid Cloud Availability: with certifiable processes and infrastructure that can be used for confidential information up to HIPAA/PHI level, and Sarbanes–Oxley/MARisk certifiable processes.

Named one of the world’s top five providers of natural language generation platforms by Gartner, and a top emerging company in the NLG market by Forrester, AX Semantics offers a subscription-based service, with fees between $279 and $1699 per month for pharmaceutical companies. A managed service that creates the CSR reporting is also available on top of the self-service platform for new product development purposes and customers that don’t have qualified in-house resources by utilizing the global Network of AX Semantics’ Managed Service Providers like hmmh (Serviceplan Group), Deloitte and uNaice. An industry first, this fully managed project is available at fixed flat rates with a pricing from $7,999 to $18,999, further reducing ramp up time for the project and minimizing the needed investments. The software is 100% SaaS – everything is available via a web browser, with no programming or IT departments required. Self-service with integrated e-learning allows customers to start automating text within 48 hours, often less. Learn more at sales@ax-semantics.com.

About AX Semantics

AX Semantics is an AI-powered, natural language generation (NLG) software company built to address today’s biggest content generation challenges. Our sophisticated SaaS-based solution effortlessly creates vast quantities of content at scale – to tackle time-intensive financial reporting and regulatory requirements filings, automate laborious pharmaceutical Clinical Study Reports, fill a news section with earnings reports, sports scores or weather reports, generate 1000s of unique product descriptions for e-commerce brands, produce social media content, and more. We make automated content generation — in more than 110 languages, in a manner of minutes — a reality for customers of all sizes within the finance, pharmaceutical, e-commerce, business and media publishing sectors.

Headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany with an additional office in Sunnyvale, California, AX Semantics is a privately-held company backed by Airbridge Equity Partners. Follow us on social at Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram, or learn more at https://en.ax-semantics.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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Knowing Signs and Symptoms of Lyme Disease Is Critical for Early Detection and Treatment, Says Industry-Leading Quidel


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Unlike a mosquito bite where people know immediately if they have been bitten, a tick bite may go undetected; and one of the challenges with Lyme disease is that symptoms may not appear for two to six weeks. That makes it critically important to take steps to avoid catching the disease and to know its warning signs so treatment can begin early when it is most effective.

“While not all deer ticks cause Lyme disease, it is still smart to avoid areas where deer ticks live, especially wooded, bushy areas with long grass,” said Sean McCloy, M.D., a family medicine physician with an expertise in Lyme disease at the Integrative Health Center of Maine. “You can decrease your risk of getting Lyme disease with some simple precautions, such as wearing shoes, long pants tucked into your socks, a long-sleeved shirt, a hat and gloves. And after spending time in vulnerable areas you should always check your clothing, yourself, your children and your pets for ticks; and remove any that you find as soon as possible with tweezers. Only a minority of tick bites leads to Lyme disease; but the longer the tick remains attached to your skin, the greater your risk of getting the disease.”

For those who are bitten by an infected tick, early warning signs include fever, headache, fatigue, joint pain, swollen lymph nodes, weakness in the limbs and a characteristic skin rash often in a bull’s-eye pattern. If untreated, new symptoms could include neurological problems and, though less common, heart problems (such as an irregular heartbeat), eye inflammation, liver inflammation and severe fatigue.

“If you think you’ve been bitten and have signs and symptoms of Lyme disease—particularly if you live in an area where Lyme disease is prevalent—it is critical to get tested as treatment is more effective if begun early,” said Robert Dracker, M.D., chairman of the heart, lung and cancer committee for the Medical Society of New York and medical director of Summerwood Pediatrics and Infusacare Medical Services in New York. “Fortunately, new tests are available that are easy to administer and provide results faster than ever.”

Leading the way in Lyme disease testing is the innovative Sofia 2 Lyme FIA test. This in-office test provides a patient as well as his or her physician with indicative results within minutes as opposed to days, which has historically been the norm. Performed in the privacy of a doctor’s office or local clinic, it is also the only test that can get results from a simple finger prick of blood. The test was developed by Quidel, a California-based diagnostic healthcare manufacturer and one of the nation’s leaders in developing rapid diagnostic health solutions.

“Given that the vast majority of patients tested are negative, getting results quickly will mean discernable peace of mind and remove a significant weight off a person’s shoulders,” said Dr. Dracker. “Not having to wait days for test results allows physicians and nurse practitioners to more rapidly treat those patients with positive results while more quickly pursuing other diagnosis and treatment for those who test negative.”

Patients seeking more information are encouraged to contact their private physician to find out more about the availability of this innovative new test in their area. More information on Quidel may be obtained at quidel.com.

About Quidel Corporation

Quidel Corporation serves to enhance the health and well-being of people around the globe through the development of diagnostic solutions that can lead to improved patient outcomes and provide economic benefits to the healthcare system. Quidel’s products aid in the detection and diagnosis of many critical diseases and conditions including not only Lyme disease but, among others, influenza, respiratory syncytial virus, strep A, herpes, pregnancy, thyroid disease and fecal occult blood. Quidel’s research and development engine is also developing a continuum of diagnostic solutions from advanced immunoassay to molecular diagnostic tests to further improve the quality of healthcare in physicians’ offices and hospital and reference laboratories. For more information about Quidel, visit quidel.com.

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Now Available from Aniara Diagnostica: Xenometrix Rapid MicroNucleus MoA


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The entire Aniara line is available for purchase at http://www.aniara.com

Aniara Diagnostica, a multi-national distributor of diagnostic and research agents, as well as screening tools, has strengthened its commitment to meeting today’s highest standards for product quality and cost-efficient delivery.

Xenometrix products are made for use in molecular pharmacology, early stages of drug discovery, screening of chemical, cosmetic, alimentary, or agrochemical compounds, and for testing environmental water, soil, air, or effluents.

Rapid MicroNucleus MoA is designed for an easier and reliable detection of all repeated human centromere sequences with a high efficiency and strong signal. Rapid MicroNucleus MoA permits the user identify the nature of substances (or exposure) (Aneugens and Clastogens) in addition to the scoring of micronuclei in line with TG OECD 487.

These kits provide all key reagents needed to perform fluorescence in situ hybridization for the detection of centromere sequences by microscopy

AM020 Rapid MicroNucleus MoA (20 tests) click here for more information

AM100 Rapid MicroNucleus MoA (100 tests) click here for more information

Aniara also offers a full range of Ames kits including Ames MPF and Ames II click here for more information

The entire Aniara product line is available for purchase at http://www.aniara.com. The Company distributes products in North America, Central America, South America, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia and Iceland.

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Catalent Appoints Charles Lickfold as Chief Information Officer


Charles Lickfold, Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer, Catalent

Charles Lickfold, Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer, Catalent

We welcome Charlie to Catalent and look forward to gaining the benefit of his experience and expertise. I also want to thank John for his leadership and contribution to the company over the last seven years, and wish him all the best in his retirement.

Catalent, the leading global provider of advanced delivery technologies, development, and manufacturing solutions for drugs, biologics, cell and gene therapies, and consumer health products, today announced the appointment of Charles Lickfold as Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer. Mr. Lickfold succeeds John McGill, who, following a period of transition, plans to retire in September 2020.

Mr. Lickfold will report to Alessandro Maselli, the company’s President and Chief Operating Officer, and assume responsibility for Catalent’s global IT services and technology, overseeing all aspects of information technology service and functions at the company’s global network of facilities. In addition, Mr. Lickfold will lead Catalent’s continuing digital transformation and automation strategy while ensuring the most rigorous data integrity standards are met.

With more than 20 years of experience in digital and information technology, Mr. Lickfold has demonstrated significant IT leadership in the pharmaceutical services industry throughout his career. Prior to joining Catalent, he held numerous leadership positions, including Chief Information Officer at Alcami, Avara Pharmaceutical Services, and Gilbarco Veeder-Root. He also served as Vice President and Head of IT for Patheon. His depth of experience in both applications and infrastructure across diverse IT environments includes extensive work in the areas of IT transformation, corporate mergers and acquisitions, and business change programs. Mr. Lickfold began his career as a management consultant in the life sciences practice of Ernst & Young LLP after earning his bachelor’s degree in computer science from the University of Kentucky’s College of Engineering.

“At the heart of any company is its function to interact digitally, communicate globally, and protect internal systems to ensure the integrity of the business. In recent months, the ability to work remotely has been put to the test, and our investments in information technology have been central to Catalent’s success in continuing to function efficiently,” commented Mr. Maselli. “We welcome Charlie to Catalent and look forward to gaining the benefit of his experience and expertise. I also want to thank John for his leadership and contribution to the company over the last seven years, and wish him all the best in his retirement.”

About Catalent

Catalent is the leading global provider of advanced delivery technologies, development, and manufacturing solutions for drugs, biologics, cell and gene therapies, and consumer health products. With over 85 years serving the industry, Catalent has proven expertise in bringing more customer products to market faster, enhancing product performance and ensuring reliable global clinical and commercial product supply. Catalent employs over 13,500 people, including over 2,400 scientists and technicians, at more than 40 facilities, and in fiscal year 2019 generated over $2.5 billion in annual revenue. Catalent is headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey. For more information, visit http://www.catalent.com

More products. Better treatments. Reliably supplied.™

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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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Neurexis Therapeutics Awarded Colorado Advanced Industries Accelerator Grant


“We look forward to continuing to partner with OEDIT to advance early, but promising Colorado-grown healthcare innovation.”Dr. Michael Artinger, CEO of Neurexis and EVP and Managing Director of VIC

Neurexis Therapeutics, Inc. announced today that it has been approved for funding as part of the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade’s (OEDIT) Advanced Industries Accelerator Program. The $250,000 Early Stage Capital and Retention Grant will be used to accelerate development of the company’s innovative therapeutic peptide for the prevention of brain damage following cerebral ischemia. This includes the loss of blood flow to the brain caused by stroke, cardiac arrest, sickle cell anemia, congenital heart defects, high-risk vascular surgery, coronary disease, and other complications.

Neurexis was formed by VIC Technology Venture Development in early 2020 based on the efforts of Dr. Ulli Bayer at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus to create an optimized drug called tatCN19o, which dramatically reduces both the brain cell death and behavioral problems resulting from cerebral ischemia. This is especially relevant to the current COVID-19 pandemic given that a significant side-effect of SARS-CoV-2 infection is an alarming incidence of strokes in otherwise healthy individuals in their 30s, 40s, and 50s. A neuroprotective option for stroke would lessen the brain damage and long-term health impacts from the loss of circulation that the virus appears to cause.

“Neurexis is the first of what we hope will be many startup companies that we create and invest in here in Colorado to develop innovation created by the State’s universities, institutes and national labs,” stated Dr. Michael Artinger, CEO of Neurexis and EVP and Managing Director of VIC. “That fact that Professor Bayer’s technology had received prior commercialization support from the State and University through their BDEGP and SPARK programs was a compelling factor during our due diligence, and will likely hold true for other investment opportunities that we evaluate in the future. We look forward to continuing to partner with OEDIT to advance early, but promising Colorado-grown healthcare innovation.”

“Colorado’s Advanced Industries Early Stage Capital and Retention Grant program is designed to fuel innovations that solve market needs, can be created or manufactured in Colorado and be exported globally,” said Katie Woslager, Senior Manager- Advanced Industries at OEDIT. “Colorado’s AI program helps bioscience companies explore the far-reaching impact of medicine and Neurexis embodies the dramatic impact that innovation has on the standard of care in times of pandemic crisis or for the daily betterment of society. These advancements perfectly illustrate the economic and social impact of Colorado’s Advanced Industries program.”

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About Neurexis Therapeutics, Incorporated

Stroke and cardiac arrest affect millions of patients each year. Re-establishment of blood flow to the brain—although life-saving—does not address the substantial impact on quality of life and healthcare costs associated with the resulting neuronal death and cognitive impairment. There are no FDA-approved drugs for this indication, resulting in a tremendous unmet medical need for a product such as tatCN19o that significantly reduces brain damage from stroke. To learn more, visit http://www.neurexistherapeutics.com.

About VIC Technology Venture Development, LLC

VIC Technology Venture Development, LLC is a technology venture development firm that creates innovative new companies with world-changing science- and engineering-based technologies. VIC carefully selects and licenses technologies from universities and research institutions around the world, then partners technology entrepreneurs with VIC’s team of business and technology experts and allocates seed capital through the national VIC Investor Network. VIC provides its portfolio companies with senior management expertise, extensive knowledge of technology startups, and proven processes to execute business strategies, including legal, financial, operations, marketing, capital acquisition, and technology management. For more information, please visit http://www.victech.com.

About Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade

The Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) works with partners to create a positive business climate that encourages dynamic economic development and sustainable job growth. Under the leadership of Governor Jared Polis, we strive to advance the State’s economy through financial and technical assistance that fosters local and regional economic development activities throughout Colorado. OEDIT offers a host of programs and services tailored to support business development at every level including business retention services, business relocation services, and business funding and incentives. Learn more at http://www.choosecolorado.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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Newest Thriveworks Counseling Office Opens in Jacksonville, FL—Offers In-Person and Online Appointments


Thriveworks is a leading counseling practice with over 100 offices spanning across the United States. It opens its newest office in Jacksonville, FL and offers both in-person and online counseling sessions, which can be done by phone or video.

Thriveworks works to provide clients with easy, convenient scheduling. You can call the office to schedule your appointment or you can book a session on their website. Either way, you’ll have flexible scheduling options to choose from including evening and weekend appointments as well as normal daytime sessions.

“People struggle to find providers who have availability during times that most working people are available, like evenings and weekends. We’re increasing access to mental health services by providing these premium session times,” says Heidi Faust, Chief Compliance Officer at Thriveworks.

The counselors and therapists at Thriveworks Jacksonville, FL are available now to work with clients in-office or online. Clients can choose to come in for their session(s) or attend a telephone counseling or video counseling session from home instead.

About Thriveworks:

Thriveworks is dedicated to providing people with premium mental health services, which include exceptional clinical care and customer support. In addition, Thriveworks offers flexible scheduling options, online counseling opportunities, innovative technologies, and more.

Thriveworks partners with skilled, caring counselors and therapists who offer a variety of mental health services, including depression therapy, anxiety therapy, couples therapy, stress management counseling, life coaching, and more.

For more information, call (904) 507-6712 or visit https://thriveworks.com/jacksonville-counseling/

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Dentists in Vicksburg, MS Now Offers Minimally Invasive and Effective Care with Laser Dentistry


Drs. Kenneth and Jonathan Nash, Dentists in Vicksburg, MS

Drs. Kenneth and Jonathan Nash Offer Gentle Laser Dentistry in Vicksburg, MS

The laser is kinder to the dental tissues. Often times, we can do procedures with the dental laser where we don’t need dental anesthesia.

The experienced dentists at Nash Family Dentistry, Drs. Kenneth and Jonathan Nash, now welcome existing and new patients to receive state-of-the-art laser dentistry in Vicksburg, MS. Laser dentistry can be used to treat a variety of dental concerns, both functional and aesthetic, with minimal discomfort and less time in the dental office. The practice features BIOLASE® WaterLase iPlus® and Epic dental lasers for modern treatments.

“The laser is kinder to the dental tissues,” says Dr. Kenneth Nash. “Often times, we can do procedures with the dental laser where we don’t need dental anesthesia. We can use the dental laser to do more conservative procedures than with a drill. Because we don’t have to wait on anesthesia and we can be more conservative, we can be more efficient for our patients in the dental chair.”

A dental laser is a modern dental tool that can replace scalpels and blades for a multitude of procedures. Laser dentistry utilizes gentle laser light to target the disease and remove it with minimal discomfort, bleeding and time. It often allows Drs. Nash to be more precise as well, meaning less harm happens to healthy tissue and surrounding teeth. Treatments that can benefit from laser dentistry include:

  • Gum disease care
  • Gum recontouring
  • Gingivectomies
  • TMJ treatment
  • Periodontal maintenance

Dental lasers have proven efficient for the treatment of gum disease as they can offer precise, gentle care and perform in a timely manner. When using one of the BIOLASE lasers for gum disease, Drs. Nash will gently eradicate the infected tissue from the gums, leaving healthy tissue unharmed. Because of the quick nature of the procedure, multiple areas of gum disease can be cleansed from the mouth at once, meaning patients will not have to return for multiple procedures. The lasers are also precise enough to be able to perform periodontal maintenance on the mouth after gum disease has been treated. This treatment includes a deep cleaning of teeth, gums and the area between the two and is often recommended every two to three months after eradicating gum disease.

Nash Family Dentistry specializes in advanced technology for many dental treatments because they believe that staying on top of technology gives patients a better overall dental experience and allows the dentists to provide more precise, gentle care. In addition to modern technology, the practice also offers full-service dental treatments, including dental implants, full mouth reconstruction and cosmetic dentistry as well.

Those interested in receiving leading care with a gentle approach are encouraged to book an appointment for laser dentistry in Vicksburg, MS at Nash Family Dentistry. Appointments can be made by visiting http://www.vicksburgdentist.com or calling 601-634-1812.

About the Dentists

Nash Family Dentistry is a general practice offering personalized dental care for patients in Vicksburg, MS. Dr. Kenneth Nash, Dr. Jonathan Nash and their team provide patients with the latest in dental technology in a comfortable and welcoming environment. Drs. Nash offer a variety of services including laser dentistry, dental implants, and cosmetic dentistry services, among others. To learn more about the services offered at Nash Family Dentistry please visit the website at http://www.vicksburgdentist.com or call 601-634-1812 to schedule an appointment.

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