Updox is exactly what the healthcare industry needs right now, as practices begin to settle into the right balance of in-person and virtual care. It is incredibly energizing to join a company with a community of such raving fans.

DUBLIN, Ohio (PRWEB)
May 07, 2020

Updox, the company that simplifies the business of healthcare by offering a single place to manage all communications, today announced two strategic hires to its executive team. Adam Koltnow joins as chief product officer and Jeff Mills joins Updox as chief revenue officer. As Updox continues to manage through rapid growth and industry momentum, the company will look to Koltnow and Mills to help shape the right product roadmap and maximize revenue opportunities for its suite of healthcare solutions.

Koltnow will lead and execute product-related activities, including strategy, innovation, user experience, market research, product management and data analytics. Koltnow brings proven leadership experience to Updox and a broad background in developing, supporting, and marketing technology-based products and services. His past leadership includes roles with Alliance Data, FIS and eCom Advisors.

“Updox is leading the charge to change how healthcare communicates. It’s more important now than ever before that we easily, securely use technology to connect patients with providers,” said Koltnow. “This is a critical time for Updox to build upon its long-term success and drive momentum through technology, products and features that change lives.”

Mills will oversee the company’s pharmacy, physician practice and large health system sales; marketing; and customer retention efforts. A well-rounded growth executive with success in leadership positions spanning marketing, sales and account management across both large and small companies, Mills will be responsible for fueling sales growth, raising the company’s industry profile and ensuring Updox customers are happy and successful. Mills comes to Updox from SIRVA Worldwide Relocation and Moving where he served as global senior vice president of Marketing. Prior, Jeff served as senior vice president, Sales & Marketing, at dotloop, a real estate SaaS company acquired by Zillow.

“Updox is exactly what the healthcare industry needs right now, as practices begin to settle into the right balance of in-person and virtual care,” said Mills. “It is incredibly energizing to join a company with a community of such raving fans.”

“We’re excited to welcome Adam and Jeff to Updox,” said Michael Morgan, CEO, Updox. “As healthcare rebuilds post-COVID and navigates toward value-based care, the industry is rethinking how to connect with patients to deliver care. Due to strong customer growth tied to our telehealth solutions and the evolution of virtual care, this is an exciting time for Updox. Refining our product offering and defining the sales cycle plays a key role in that. Adam and Jeff bring an exceptional depth of talent to their roles and that positions Updox well for further success and leadership in virtual care.”

About Updox:

Changing the way healthcare connects, Updox’s telehealth solutions are part of an all-in-one healthcare collaboration platform. Named for the past five years to the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies, Updox is integrated with more than 100 electronic health records (EHR) and pharmacy management systems and serves more than 470,000 users and 170 million patients. Updox offers a broad set of capabilities for patient engagement, provider communications and internal productivity that work together in a secure, easy-to-use collaboration platform. Updox was created specifically for healthcare and gives customers access to a growing platform of solutions and services. Learn more at http://www.updox.com or follow the company on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook.

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Boulder iQ

Boulder iQ’s expansive new space houses the company’s sterilization service, key to development and marketing of critical medical devices.

BOULDER, Colo. (PRWEB)
May 07, 2020

Boulder iQ has completed its move to new facilities in Boulder, tripling its space in the process.

Boulder iQ is an expert contract consulting firm offering design engineering, development and turnkey manufacturing for consumer, high-technology and medical products, and complete regulatory, clinical and quality compliance services for medical device and in vitro diagnostic companies.

The company had occupied 3,500 square feet at 2840 Wilderness Place in Boulder. Its new facility, at 5421 Western Avenue, provides 11,000 square feet of space for the fast-growing company. Boulder iQ is using the additional space for assembly, packaging and product testing, a machine shop, rapid-prototyping equipment, and an expanded cleanroom. A 1,000-square-foot cleanroom, with room to expand to 2000 square feet, will replace the 100-square-foot facility in its current location.

The space is also housing Boulder iQ’s new sterilization service. In response to a shortage of safe, effective sterilization services used in the development of medical devices, the company has begun to offer ethylene oxide (EO) sterilization services for medical device manufacturers.

“The new space will allow Boulder iQ to execute even more quickly and comprehensively on its commitment to serve as a full-service partner for medical device companies,” says Jim Kasic, president and CEO. He cites Boulder iQ’s ability to provide product design, development, assembly, packaging – and now, sterilization – under one roof. “Assisting from prototype to production, we know we are doing the right thing in helping businesses get their products to market, and to patients, more effectively and efficiently.”

Retaining all operations in Boulder was a key priority for Boulder iQ in the move to new facilities, says Kasic. “We are committed to supporting the strong Colorado medical device community, and to providing needed access and expertise to help our clients succeed.”

Boulder iQ also places great importance on its relationships with the University of Colorado, he says. Along with the university providing an excellent pool for talented employees, Kasic serves as a coach and mentor for Venture Partners at CU Boulder, and a Constituency Committee member for the Department of Bioengineering at the CU Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, Colorado. Peggy Fasano, Boulder iQ’s chief operating officer, is a member of the school’s advisory council for the Deming Center Venture Fund.

Boulder iQ (http://www.boulderiq.com)

Boulder iQ is an expert contract consulting firm offering design engineering, development and turnkey manufacturing for consumer, high-technology and medical products, and complete regulatory, clinical and quality management system services for the medical device and in-vitro diagnostic (IVD) industries. Based in Boulder, Colorado, the company is

ISO 13485:2016 certified through Boulder BioMed.

The company’s Boulder Medical Device Accelerator provides an equity investment in start-up companies seeking product development services, expert mentoring and infrastructure support. The Boulder Sterilization division provides safe, effective ethylene oxide sterilization services for medical device manufacturers.

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Comprehensive cost management with strategic insights for decisions at every step of the costing process and throughout the entire product lifecycle determines the profitability of medical device and medical technology companies.

TROY, Mich. (PRWEB)
May 07, 2020

The software manufacturer FACTON, provider of the Enterprise Product Costing (EPC) Suite, continues to expand its international sales network. With the Center for Strategic Cost Management, a sales partner has been acquired to strengthen the solutions of the EPC Suite in the North American market. With this partnership, both companies pursue the goal of supporting manufacturers and suppliers in the medical device industry in calculating and optimizing their product costs.

The Center for Strategic Cost Management advises companies from the selection of a software solution for cost management to implementation. The company was recently founded by Gerald Collins, initiator of the Society of Cost Engineers. The owner/founder has over 30 years of industry experience in product design, manufacturing, purchasing and cost management. The focus of the consulting services lies in the following areas:

• 
  Design for manufacturing/assembly (DFM/DFA)
• Lean organization
• Market and competitive analysis
• Internal cost calculation and analysis
• Should costing
• RFQ preparations
• Sales negotiations

Read more about the FACTON sales and solution partner network: https://www.facton.com/about-us/our-partners.

Learn more about the Center for Strategic Cost Management: http://centerforstrategiccostmanagement.com/

About FACTON

The FACTON EPC Suite is the leading Enterprise Product Costing (EPC) solution for the automotive, aerospace, mechanical engineering, and electronics industries. Its specific solutions offer robust answers to the requirements of executive management and individual departments within the enterprise. FACTON EPC enables standardized, enterprise-wide costing independent of location and department for maximum product cost transparency throughout every phase of the product lifecycle. Businesses accelerate their costing, achieve pinpoint cost accuracy, and secure their profitability.

FACTON GmbH was founded in 1998 and has locations in Potsdam, Dresden, Stuttgart and Detroit. Hasso Plattner, founder and chairman of the supervisory board of SAP SE & Co. KG, has supported this innovative company since 2006. The international portfolio of customers includes Airbus, Mahle Behr, Deutz, MANN+HUMMEL, Porsche, Ford Motor Company, and other renowned OEMs.

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10K Masks Giveaway sponsored by Roof4Roof

“We all need to make a living but we also want to make a difference.” – Chuck Anania. –

CARLSTADT, N.J. (PRWEB)
May 07, 2020

On Saturday, May 9th from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm, ROOF4ROOF, a residential and commercial remodeling contractor based in Carlstadt NJ, will be giving away 10,000 masks in an effort to help the community ‘Stop the Spread’ of Covid-19 at its Main Office (520 Route 17 South, Carlstadt, NJ) and at

Lowe’s East Rutherford (150 Route 17 North, East Rutherford, NJ). We will begin distributing some of these masks to local businesses and municipalities May 6-8.

“Since NJ and NY are the areas impacted most by the virus, we decided that giving away reusable, washable masks was the best way we could help our families and community keep the spread minimized. We realize that we still have months of uncertainty and sacrifices ahead, but we will remain safe, vigilant and Jersey Strong.”

Over the last 10 years, Roof4Roof and its founder, Chuck Anania, has provided free roofing, emergency home repairs and other assistance to over 1,000 families, in New Jersey and overseas.

For further information or questions, please contact Chuck Anania directly.

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Visit the ‘Stop the Spread’ Official Site HERE.

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Our brand was created around developing a product to solve a problem and our company’s growth is fueled by listening and evolving to meet customer’s needs expeditiously. The Healthcare & Business line is not only mission-centric but is also a natural product extension for us.

CINCINNATI (PRWEB)
May 07, 2020

Under the Weather (UTW) Chief Executive Officer and inventor of the original, pop-up WeatherPod™ Rick Pescovitz announced the release of four new products designed to protect medical professionals when interacting with COVID-19 patients.

“I watched what was happening around me and I’m always thinking about ideas for products that can help solve problems. Listening to news stories about medical professionals on the frontline not having adequate protection was alarming. I knew right away I could use existing patented designs as a basis for developing new products that can help protect healthcare and other employees on the frontline,” said Pescovitz.

UTW’s new Healthcare & Business product line includes the IntubationPod™, WoWPod™, MediPod™ and WalkingPod™ Pro. Each offer healthcare workers, and other professionals in work environments, protection from contamination when treating patients, including those with COVID-19.

“Few companies are capable of going from concept to finished, patent-pending products in less than a month,” said Kelly Mahan, UTW President. “Our brand was created around developing a product to solve a problem and our company’s growth is fueled by listening and evolving to meet customer’s needs expeditiously. The Healthcare & Business line is not only mission-centric but is also a natural product extension for us.”.

The IntubationPod is a portable pop-up enclosure which deploys in seconds and slips over the patient’s head and shoulders. It serves as a shield between medical staff and patients during procedures involving the head and neck area by encapsulating potential aerosolized contagions and aiding in protecting healthcare workers from contaminant diffusion. With two elasticized armholes on the top and zippered windows on each side, the IntubationPod enables an entire medical team the ability to safely access a patient’s head and neck area while remaining protected. Weighing less than one pound, the IntubationPod folds flat for easy storage and can be sanitized with germicidal disinfectants.

The WoWPod is a cover designed to protect workstations on wheels (WoW) used by medical and other workplace professionals. It can be used both inside and outside for additional protection.

“We heard from healthcare workers in New York City who were having to complete the admitting process outside as people stood in long lines at hospitals. Originally we were looking to donate our MyPod and WalkingPod products, but the more we learned, the more we realized this needed to be a new Pod design,” Pescovitz said of the WoWPod.

Not only does the WoWPod protect laptops and medical equipment from the elements, but it also prevents germs from spreading to frequently used equipment. The WoWPod is ideal for outdoor medical facilities, such as field medical stations and medical ships.

The MediPod is a wearable Pod for doctors and nurses to wear when treating contagious patients in the ICU. Featuring backpack straps, the MediPod pops open and slips on in seconds, is clear on all sides, and provides additional protection from contagions when combined with standard personal protective equipment. Flexible and lightweight, the MediPod allows medical staff to roam freely without obstruction.

Like the MediPod, the WalkingPod Pro pops open and slips on over the upper body quickly and easily. The WalkingPod Pro is ideal for employees working outdoors, such as medical workers at COVID-19 test sites, curbside delivery, parking lot attendants, or anyone looking for added protection while attending to errands or assisting others. The WalkingPod Pro is the next generation of Under the Weather’s popular WalkingPod. Upgraded features of the WalkingPod Pro include additional headroom, elasticized armholes, reflective striping and a clear back panel for 360-degree views.

Rounding out the product lineup for the Healthcare & Business collection is the original Walking Pod and the DeskPod™, a Pod meant to provide a safe space from germs for those sitting in a chair or at a desk. All Healthcare & Business Pods are designed to be reusable and can be sanitized with disposable germicidal wipes.

The IntubationPod, WalkingPod Pro and DeskPod are available for purchase now. Inventory for the fast-selling original WalkingPod is available for pre-order now, while the WoWPod and MediPod will be available for pre-orders in mid-to-late May. UTW Healthcare & Business products are sold exclusively at UTWpods.com.

Under the Weather Donation Requests

Healthcare & Business product inquiries and donation requests can be submitted at UTWpods.com.

About Under the Weather

The brand of choice for outdoor enthusiasts the world over, Under the Weather has been home to the original pop-up WeatherPod™ since it was established in 2010 in Cincinnati, Ohio. First to market, Under the Weather’s mission is to provide innovative weather-protection solutions for backpackers, campers, sports parents, tailgating fans, music festival buffs and anyone determined to “Be There. Weather, or Not.™”

Under the Weather has been featured on ABC’s “Shark Tank”; NBC’s “Today” show; “The Ellen DeGeneres Show”; the “Rachael Ray Show”; Hallmark Channel’s “Home & Family” and Weather Channel’s “AMHQ: America’s Morning Headquarters.”

Visit UTWpods.com for more information. Stay connected with Under the Weather on Facebook (fb.me/UTWpods), Instagram (@UTWpods) and Twitter (@UTWpods).

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Clovity starts pre-orders for Smart Thermal Camera solution bundle to fight COVID-19

“Clovity is looking forward to implementing this thermal camera solution to help smooth the transition, and help get people back into their schools, hospitals, and places of work.”

SAN FRANCISCO (PRWEB)
May 07, 2020

As the world begins to open back up, there will be crucial steps that need to be taken to ensure our safety during this current COVID-19 pandemic, as well as future pandemics our planet will face. Silicon Valley-based Clovity, creator of the CSensorNet IoT Platform and professional services provider, has partnered with strategic AI powered camera providers to release zero-touch Thermal Camera bundles powered by Artificial Intelligence and their IoT platform. This bundled solution will be deployed in public and private locations where large amounts of people come into close contact and need to be screened before entering into a facility or gathering space. Pre-configured and “plug & play” ready, this Thermal imaging solution can be rolled out quickly for business to commence normalized daily routines with some peace of mind protection.

Utilizing Clovity’s CSensorNet platform deployed on Microsoft’s Azure cloud, powerful AI cameras will be able to detect in seconds abnormally high temperatures with +/- .5 degrees accuracy walking through a screening corridor or entrance. By identifying surface temperature of potential carriers before they enter an area steps can be taken to alert the person of the issue and remove them from the larger crowd or queue. These individuals will be sent home to quarantine and recuperate while keeping the larger majority safe from infection. This can allow a more “business as usual” type of approach, allowing life to commence with additional levels of health safety for all in attendance.

Vice President, Client Management at Clovity, Joseph Gilman, said, “COVID-19/Coronavirus has obviously affected many people throughout the world in various ways. Clovity is looking forward to implementing this thermal camera solution to help smooth the transition, and help get people back into their schools, hospitals, and places of work.” Joseph continued, “We are glad that we’ve been able to work with our hardware partners to bring value during the ‘new normal’ that we are facing in the coming weeks and months.”

Clovity is currently taking pre-sale orders for Smart Thermal AI Camera solution bundles. If interested, please head to the Clovity Smart Thermal landing page and reach out on the “Contact Us” link!

About Clovity

Clovity is a privately held, Certified Minority-Owned professional services and IoT Platform company based in the heart of Silicon Valley, California. We work to develop smart products, connected solutions and operate as a Service. Clovity is rapidly growing by partnering with many global hardware, software and sensor manufacturers to fully integrate our software into their products and/or software.

Clovity specializes in 4 practice areas – IoT, Cloud, Data and Digital powered by our platform CSensorNet and it brings together “connected things” and data computing closer to the edge, enabling interactions with connected devices to happen much faster. Clovity’s IoT software is geared for the Industrial, Transportation, Retail, Smart Cities, Telecom, Agriculture, Financial Services as well as Healthcare verticals. We have pre-packaged HW/SW bundles for vertical industry focused use cases such as Smart E-Houses, Smart Industrial, Smart Building, Smart Asset etc. which combines our software platform and leading HW providers OOB.

We were named 2018 and 2019 Top Growth IoT Provider in the US by CIO Review magazine as well as 2020 IoT Breakthrough Award for Emerging Company of the Year for the Enterprise Market. Clovity’s platform and global partnerships enable millions of interactions with thousands of connected devices daily, while serving up massive amounts of actionable data in milliseconds for numerous types of vertical use cases.

Clovity is a fully staffed software and services organization, with operations in major US cities and abroad in New Delhi India where our Deliver Center is located. We are also Diversified and Inclusive certified, an approved Government Services Provider, and are a Minority owned Business.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/clovity/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClovityInc

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PFAS Testing & Analysis

“Pace was one of the first commercial labs to analyze for PFAS compounds – and we work continuously to remain at the forefront as new regulatory and methodologies evolve”

MINNEAPOLIS (PRWEB)
May 07, 2020

Pace Analytical Services, LLC, the largest American-owned laboratory network providing environmental and life sciences analytical information and services, today announced that it has been certified by the California Environmental Lab Accreditation Program (ELAP) for the testing of PFAS compounds.

ELAP is responsible for accrediting environmental testing laboratories producing analytical data for California regulatory agencies that protect public health. ELAP has certified Pace Analytical to analyze for all PFAS analytes in drinking water using the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) testing method 537.1. ELAP has also certified Pace for analysis of non-potable water and hazardous waste using the Department of Defense testing method QSM 5.3.

PFAS, or Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances, represent a diverse group of man-made chemical compounds that are persistent; meaning they don’t break down and can accumulate over time. According to the EPA, there is evidence that exposure to PFAS can lead to adverse human health effects. PFAS compounds are resistant to heat, water, and oil and have been used in hundreds of industrial applications and consumer products including carpeting, apparel, upholstery, food paper wrappings, fire-fighting foams, and metal plating. Ongoing concerns over the pervasive use of PFAS have prompted the following recent Federal actions:

• 
  February 2020: The EPA released an update to its PFAS Action Plan to include preliminary determinations to regulate PFAS contaminants, restrictions to manufacturing and importing of new PFAS chemicals, new drinking water validation methods, and more.
• March 2020: The Department of Defense (DoD) released an update to its PFAS Task Force Progress Report and announced that it is requiring all public water systems owned and operated by the DoD, be tested for PFAS contamination.

“Pace was one of the first commercial labs to analyze for PFAS compounds – and we work continuously to remain at the forefront as new regulatory and methodologies evolve”, notes Paul Jackson, PFAS Program Manager at Pace Analytical. “ELAP certification is an important milestone for us.” In addition to ELAP, Pace is certified in every state and territory requiring certification for PFAS analysis. The company is also accredited by the Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Energy (DOE), NELAC, and ISO.

Pace Analytical analyzes PFAS compounds through its in-house national network of labs or on-site via PFAST®, the only certified PFAS mobile lab service in the industry. More information on Pace Analytical and its PFAS services may be found at http://www.pacelabs.com.

About Pace Analytical®

Pace Analytical® Services, LLC makes the world a safer, healthier place. For decades, we have been the trusted source for quality environmental and life sciences lab testing and analysis and the resource for scientific lab staffing services. Our work is done in partnership with our clients by providing the science and the data they need to make critical decisions that benefit us all. Pace delivers science better to businesses, industries, consulting firms, government agencies and more through the largest, American-owned and nationally certified laboratory network. More at PACELABS.com

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Vein911® Vein Treatment Centers

“Vein disease is common yet poorly understood by patients and the physician community. We feel a deep responsibility to educate patients and physicians about the effects of vein disease on health and wellness, and have fun while doing it.” — Dr. Chris Pittman, CEO of Vein911® Vein Treatment Centers

TAMPA, Fla. (PRWEB)
May 07, 2020

Vein911® Vein Treatment Centers announced today the ongoing filming of a reality TV show pilot featuring compelling patient stories and their journeys to renewed health, wellness, and cosmetic appearance. The show highlights the often-hidden aspects of vein disease, which affects over 50% of Americans. The show features state-of-the-art diagnosis and non-surgical treatments including Vein911’s award-winning, world-renowned brand and culture. Patients come from all walks of life as well as athletes, celebrities, politicians, and businesspeople. The pilot is being produced so it can be picked up for syndication through cable or streaming service providers.

Vein disease is poorly understood by patients and the medical community. Most of us recognize varicose veins of the legs, however, 50% of those with significant vein disease never develop bulging varicose veins. Vein disease is recognized as a common cause of lifestyle-limiting problems including leg pain, heaviness, ankle swelling, restless legs, and night cramps. Because vein disease is genetic, it affects even those in excellent health and physical condition.

“I was invited to serve as Chair of the Healthcare Advocacy Committee of the American Vein and Lymphatic Society in 2017. After a year speaking at national and international vein meetings, I felt the best way to advocate for vein disease and to influence physicians and the public was to create a reality TV show”, said Dr. Chris Pittman, Medical Director and CEO of Vein911® Vein Treatment Centers.

“The physician community generally downplays or dismisses vein disease as a cosmetic problem. I feel a deep and passionate responsibility to widely educate patients and my physician colleagues about such a common disease process that is also poorly understood. I’m compelled to share the riveting stories of patients who have spent years seeking answers for their leg problems, but who are often dismissed or do not receive the right answers”, said Dr. Pittman.

About Vein911® Vein Treatment Centers

Vein911® is a leading provider of both medical and cosmetic vein care including varicose veins, ankle swelling, restless legs, night cramps, venous leg ulcers, and cosmetically disturbing veins of the hands, face and legs. Our award-winning, world-renowned vein treatment centers offer state of the art technology within elegant and comfortable surroundings and a family atmosphere. Vein911® is the varicose vein and spider vein treatment center of choice for physicians and their patients who are experiencing vein disease. Our vein treatment centers are conveniently located throughout the Tampa Bay area and are led by world-renowned, board-certified vein care physicians. Our Mission: We’ll Help You Feel Great Again!® Our Vision: Ritz-Carlton service, Disney fun, and FedEx delivery — to be America’s choice for vein care.

Chris Pittman, M.D., FAVLS, FACR

Vein911® Vein Treatment Centers

+1 813-833-1249

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