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Dr. Ran Rubinstein Introduces ClariFix® for Relief from Chronic Rhinitis


Dr. Rubinstein Introduces ClariFix® at Hudson Valley Sinus Center

Dr. Rubinstein Introduces ClariFix® at Hudson Valley Sinus Center

Dr. Ran Y. Rubinstein, an ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat) physician and sinus specialist who diagnoses and treats nasal and sinus problems, is pleased to introduce a new approach to the treatment of chronic rhinitis at his practice, Hudson Valley Sinus Center. ClariFix® uses cryotherapy to cool inflamed nasal tissue and underlying nerves to provide long-term relief of symptoms related to allergic and non-allergic chronic rhinitis.

More than 24-million Americans suffer daily from intrusive symptoms caused by chronic rhinitis. ClariFix® with cryotherapy is an effective, proven treatment that delivers therapeutic freezing or near-freezing temperatures to the back of the nose. This cutting-edge technology offers patients a potential solution for chronic symptoms and a replacement for medications like nasal sprays, drops, and pills that are typically used to treat chronic rhinitis.

ClariFix® is performed in the office. Topical numbing medication is gently inserted into the nose and left in place for 10 to 15 minutes before Dr. Rubinstein completes a 30-second treatment in each nasal passage with a cryotherapy wand. The freezing temperatures interrupt the faulty nerves that are responsible for symptoms like congestion, sneezing, post-nasal drip, and coughing.

Patients typically have minimal discomfort during the procedure and most can return to work immediately after the procedure. Common side effects may include temporarily increased congestion and discomfort, which usually resolve after one to two days. It can take up to 6 weeks to feel the full benefits of this procedure. ClariFix® cryotherapy is a safe and effective procedure and is the first and only FDA-approved device for the treatment of chronic rhinitis.

Clinical study results published in October 2019 showed that the treatment was well-tolerated with no adverse events, and four out of five patients reported long-lasting improvements. The results were similar for both allergic and non-allergic chronic rhinitis patients.

Dr. Ran Y. Rubinstein is board-certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and is the founder of the Hudson Valley Sinus Center. He also is a world-renowned facial plastic surgeon and rhinoplasty surgeon who is board-certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic Surgery. Dr. Rubinstein is the only ENT in Hudson Valley who specializes in allergic, nasal & sinus disorders.

Dr. Rubinstein is an expert allergy doctor who provides compassionate care for his patients and offers treatments to help patients manage allergies or even enjoy an allergy-free life. Dr. Rubinstein specializes in rhinoplasty, septoplasty, balloon sinus dilation, and endoscopic sinus surgery.

Suffering from chronic rhinitis? Dr. Ran Y. Rubinstein performs FDA-approved ClariFix® in Hudson Valley, NY, at Hudson Valley Sinus Center. Visit hudsonvalleysinuscenter.com or call 845-562-6673 to schedule a consultation with Dr. Rubinstein.

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Pharmacy Industry Revenues Hit Record High—Amid Profit Pressures and Amazon Threat, Says New Drug Channels Institute Study


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The U.S. pharmacy industry has entered a shakeout process that will ultimately reduce the number of U.S. pharmacy locations.

Today Drug Channels Institute, a leading provider of specialized management education for and about the pharmaceutical industry, released its exclusive, in-depth analysis of U.S. pharmacies and pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). The new 2020 Economic Report on U.S. Pharmacies and Pharmacy Benefit Managers provides the most comprehensive, fact-based tool for understanding the entire U.S. drug pricing, reimbursement, and dispensing system.

“Total prescription dispensing revenues of retail, mail, long-term care, and specialty pharmacies reached a record $446 billion in 2019,” says Drug Channels Institute CEO Adam J. Fein, Ph.D., the study’s author and a widely regarded expert on pharmaceutical economics and the drug distribution system. “The largest insurers, PBMs, and specialty pharmacies have combined into vertically integrated organizations. They are poised to restructure U.S. drug channels by exerting greater control over patient access, sites of care, dispensing locations, and pricing.”

These findings are among the many insights and trends in this highly regarded report, now in its 11th edition. With 203 proprietary charts, exhibits, and data tables, it offers the most current economic information about specialty drugs, market structure, reimbursement, pharmacy and PBM profits, manufacturer rebates, patients’ out-of-pocket expenses, industry trends, and more.

“The U.S. pharmacy industry has entered a shakeout process that will ultimately reduce the number of U.S. pharmacy locations,” Fein adds. “At the same time, Amazon and well-funded technology-based startups are trying to disrupt the pharmacy industry.”

The report analyzes the crucial healthcare trends that will affect PBMs and pharmacies, including such topics as benefit designs, drug pricing, rebates, public policy, narrow networks, the 340B Drug Pricing Program, and many others. This year’s edition offers significant new information on such topics as PBMs’ profit in Managed Medicaid programs, direct and indirect remuneration (DIR) fees paid by pharmacies, and pharmacies’ profits from the 340B program.

To purchase and immediately download the new report, visit https://drugch.nl/pharmacy. To read a free report overview, visit https://drugch.nl/overview2020.

About Drug Channels Institute

Drug Channels Institute is a leading provider of specialized management education about the pharmaceutical industry. Access Dr. Fein’s popular Drug Channels blog at http://www.drugchannels.net.

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Chapters Health System Expansion Set to More than Double County Coverage


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Andrew Molosky, MBA, FACHE, CHPCA, president and chief executive officer at Chapters Health System

“When fully operational, we will be the largest not-for-profit provider from a geographical perspective in the state — from the Florida/Georgia border almost contiguous to the southern tip of the Sunshine State.” —Andrew Molosky, president/chief executive officer at Chapters Health System

Chapters Health System, one of the nation’s premier not-for-profit, community-based healthcare organizations headquartered in Temple Terrace, today announced its expansion plans, which more than doubles its service area footprint. The health system was recently awarded the certificate of need (CON) for Service Area 3A by the Florida Agency for Healthcare Administration (AHCA), and plans are underway to bring not-for-profit hospice services back to the Florida Keys and surrounding areas.

“At Chapters Health, we are always looking for opportunities to increase and expand access to quality healthcare for a greater number of individuals in our communities who are faced with advancing age, complex medical conditions and end-of-life issues,” said Andrew Molosky, MBA, FACHE, CHPCA, president and chief executive officer at Chapters Health. “With this mission in mind and the knowledge that there was an unmet need, we applied and were awarded the CON for Service Area 3A. In addition, we are well underway with our plans to return not-for-profit hospice services to the unique communities of the Florida Keys.”

At the beginning of 2020, Chapters Health offered services in 11 Florida counties in west central Florida. Within the first 30 days of the new year, plans were set in motion to add Monroe and Miami-Dade counties to the Chapters Health portfolio. With AHCA’s CON decision on the 11-county region in north and north-central Florida including Gainesville and Lake City, Chapters Health expands to a total of 24 counties.

“When fully operational, we will be the largest not-for-profit provider from a geographical perspective in the state — from the Florida/Georgia border almost contiguous to the southern tip of the Sunshine State,” continued Molosky.

Chapters Health will operate as Chapters Health Hospice in Service Area 3A, which includes the following counties: Alachua, Bradford, Columbia, Dixie, Gilchrist, Hamilton, Lafayette, Levy, Putnam, Suwannee and Union. The same name will be used in Miami-Dade and Monroe counties. Chapters Health Hospice joins the other member organizations of the health system, which include Good Shepherd Hospice in Polk, Highlands and Hardee counties; Hospice of Okeechobee in Martin, Okeechobee and St. Lucie counties; HPH Hospice in Pasco, Hernando and Citrus counties and LifePath Hospice in Hillsborough County, and Chapters Health Home Care and Chapters Health Palliative Care.

“Down the road, once hospice services are fully operational for Chapters Health Hospice, we plan to increase and expand our portfolio to reflect Chapters Health’s full continuum-of-care services including home health, palliative care and other community-based care models,” added Molosky.

About Chapters Health System

As a progressive leader and premier health system, Chapters Health System is dedicated to delivering innovative home health, palliative and hospice care along with durable medical equipment and pharmacy services. Since 1983 as a community-based, not-for-profit organization, Chapters Health has provided choices, education and guidance through its managed affiliates: Chapters Health Home Care, Chapters Health Palliative Care, Good Shepherd Hospice, Hospice of Okeechobee, HPH Hospice and LifePath Hospice, located in Citrus, Hardee, Hernando, Highlands, Hillsborough, Martin, Okeechobee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk and St. Lucie counties. All offerings are provided in order to improve the patient/family experience well in advance of end-of-life needs. To learn more, visit http://www.chaptershealth.org, like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn.

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Oral Surgeons at JawFixers Provide a Solution to Jawbone Loss with Bone Grafting in Manchester, CT


Drs. Joel Rosenlicht and Ryaz Ansari, Oral Surgeons in Manchester, CT and West Hartford, CT

Drs. Joel Rosenlicht and Ryaz Ansari Treat Bone Loss in Manchester, CT with Bone Grafting

JawFixers offers a variety of bone grafting solutions, depending on patient needs, including ridge augmentation, socket preservation, and sinus lifts.

Patients who are not qualified for dental implants due to bone loss in Manchester, CT can receive bone grafting solutions to improve their candidacy from the oral surgery practice, JawFixers. Drs. Joel Rosenlicht and Ryaz Ansari offer modern techniques and solutions that improve the healing and success rate of bone grafting, making dental implants a possibility for those with even extreme bone loss. As trained and experienced oral surgeons, the doctors have an increased understanding of the bone, tissues, and structure of the mouth, which allows them to place implants with improved success.

“We use a molecular technology called PRGF, which is plasma rich growth factors. And what that does is allow us to spin the patient’s blood to distill out growth factors that we can then apply to the surgical site to help the body regenerate the bone in that area,” says Dr. Ansari.

Bone grafting is a technique used by oral surgeons to help patients restore and regenerate lost bone. The process typically involves placing bone graft material, composed of bone granules, at the site of bone loss and allowing the graft time to fuse to existing bone and integrate with the body. JawFixers offers a variety of bone grafting solutions, depending on patient needs, including ridge augmentation, socket preservation, and sinus lifts.

JawFixers also specializes in advanced solutions to bone grafting by offering healing techniques and minimally invasive approaches. When performing a bone graft in the upper jaw near the sinus cavity, also known as a sinus lift, the doctors utilize PIEZOSURGERY®, an ultrasonic tool that gently cuts bone and does not harm the sensitive soft tissues of the sinus membrane. Additionally, to improve the healing time and ensure more successful bone grafts, the practice can use biological healing through plasma rich growth factors (PRGF), bone morphogenic protein (BMP) and guided tissue regeneration (GTR). These techniques give patients improved results and allow them to qualify for dental implants sooner.

JawFixers offers cutting-edge oral surgery for patients in need of life-changing dental and facial care. The practice specializes in placing individual dental implants as well as full mouth dental implants, oral and facial reconstruction, tooth extractions, oral pathology and more. The practice features state-of-the-art technology, including digital imaging and dental lasers. Patients can also feel at ease when receiving their care due to Drs. Rosenlicht and Ansari’s investment and experience in sedation dentistry. These oral surgeons are certified to provide IV sedation during care to prevent feelings of discomfort or anxiety, and the practice is also committed to opioid-free pain management.

Those in need of bone grafting in Manchester, CT or surrounding areas are encouraged to contact JawFixers to set up an appointment. Consultations can be made by calling 860-649-2272 for their Manchester, CT office, 860-232-4606 for their West Hartford location or by visiting http://www.jawfixers.com.

About the Oral Surgeons

The board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeons at JawFixers are skilled specialists offering leading-edge and minimally invasive care at their two practice locations in Manchester, CT and West Hartford, CT. With over 40 years of experience, Dr. Joel Rosenlicht is an esteemed author and lecturer and has developed techniques to further his field. Dr. Ryaz Ansari brings a passion for technology and oral surgery with extensive experience in implant therapy and dentoalveolar surgery. Using advanced imaging, Yomi® robotic-assisted technology and EXPAREL® for opioid-free pain management, this team strives to provide the best care and experience possible for their patients. To learn more about this practice, Drs. Rosenlicht and Ansari or their services, visit http://www.jawfixers.com or call 860-649-2272 for their Manchester, CT office or 860-232-4606 for their West Hartford, CT practice.

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Lane Oral Surgery Hosts Live Dental Implant Surgery in Plymouth, MA During CE Course on Tooth Replacement


Dr. William Lane, Oral Surgeon in Plymouth, MA and Sandwich, MA

Dr. William Lane Hosts Live Dental Implant Surgery in Plymouth, MA

When we do a reconstruction of the full arch of the upper or lower jaw, we call that procedure SmileOn! so that you will be smiling on for the rest of your life!

Lane Oral Surgery concludes the final module of the SmileOn!™ Full Arch Bootcamp with a live dental implant surgery. This four-module course was designed to help attending dentists and dental professions grow their practice and learn new and exciting information on dental implants. Dr. William Lane is a pioneer in implant dentistry, having developed his own full arch dental implant solution, called SmileOn!, for those seeking tooth replacement in Plymouth, MA and Sandwich, MA.

“Patients who have lost multiple teeth, or who have significant problems with their teeth like gum disease, have an advantage with dental implants,” says Dr. Lane. “Implants are new roots, that are fixed into the bone, that allow for a prosthesis to be placed onto those roots so that your dentition is reconstructed. When we do a reconstruction of the full arch of the upper or lower jaw, we call that procedure SmileOn! so that you will be smiling on for the rest of your life!”

The SmileOn! Full Arch Bootcamp is a four-module course held by Lane Oral Surgery and is in partnership with Keystone Dental Lab, Arcari Dental Lab and Progressive Dental. The course covered full arch removable and fixed detachable implant restorations, with live surgeries, hands-on prosthetics and advanced marketing and internal business development strategies designed to help practices grow. At the end of the four courses, attendees earned 20 continuing education credits and have learned key points, including:

  • – Evolution of the hybrid prosthesis
  • – Coaching on effective patient discussion
  • – Hands-on SmileOn! model prep
  • – Live patient surgery and conversion experience

This final course was held at Lane Oral Surgery’s main office in Plymouth, MA and included the live surgery and conversion with an immediate load prosthesis. This showcased the SmileOn! solution for tooth replacement in patients missing all or most of their teeth, and how the process works in real time. SmileOn! dental implant surgery involves extracting any remaining and failing teeth, placing dental implants into the jawbone and finalizing the procedure with a lifelike prosthesis of teeth. This entire process can be completed in just one appointment.

Dental implant surgery is commonly performed as a tooth replacement solution that gives patients the most benefits to their smile, health and quality of life. When the implant posts are placed within the jaw, they fuse with the surrounding bone, creating a firm support while also stimulating healthy bone growth. Attached to these implants are permanent replacement teeth, which feel comfortable and natural and give patients the ability to eat their favorite foods again. SmileOn! achieves all this with the added benefit of being able to be performed in just one day, meaning patients do not have to go another day without functional, attractive teeth.

Those interested in learning more about SmileOn! dental implants or visiting Lane Oral Surgery for tooth replacement in Plymouth, MA or Sandwich, MA are invited to contact the practice by visiting http://www.laneoralsurgery.com or calling 508-746-8700.

About the Oral Surgeon

Lane Oral Surgery offers oral and maxillofacial surgical care at their offices in Plymouth, MA and Sandwich, MA. Renowned oral surgeon, Dr. William Lane graduated from Harvard University, received his doctorate from Boston University, and completed his residency training in oral and maxillofacial surgery in a combined program at Boston University and Tufts University. Dr. Lane created the revolutionary SmileOn!™ same-day full mouth dental implant solution to help patients with missing teeth regain their smile, confidence, and normal dental function. In addition to his SmileOn! solution, Dr. Lane offers bone grafting, wisdom teeth removal, and full mouth reconstruction. The entire team at Lane Oral Surgery is devoted to restoring and enhancing the natural beauty of smiles. To learn more about Dr. Lane, his practice, and the services offered at Lane Oral Surgery, visit http://www.laneoralsurgery.com or call 508-746-8700 to schedule a consultation.

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Midwest Oral Surgery & Dental Implants Provides a Natural Solution to Missing Teeth with Zirconia Dental Implants in Omaha, NE


Drs. John Wewel, Jerome Wees, and Benjamin Anderson, Oral Surgeons in Omaha, NE

Midwest Oral Surgery & Dental Implants Offers Zirconia Dental Implants in Omaha, NE

We expect our dental implants to last for a long time, if not forever.

Midwest Oral Surgery & Dental Implants offers patients with missing teeth a metal-free dental implant solution with zirconia dental implants in Omaha, NE. Oral surgeons, Drs. John Wewel, Jerome Wees, and Benjamin Anderson, use zirconia as an alternative to traditional titanium implants and have seen a higher success rate. Zirconia can be used as an option for the implant post, abutment and crown, and is especially useful for those who have metal allergies or sensitivities.

“The dental implant is the closest thing to a natural tooth. We expect our dental implants to last for a long time, if not forever,” says Dr. Wewel. “The benefit of a dental implant is that it is treated as a regular tooth, it restores you to full form and function, and, in fact, may be stronger than your natural teeth.”

A zirconia dental implant can replace all parts of a traditional implant with the attractive, durable and metal-free zirconia material. Due to the color and translucency of zirconia, dental implants made from this material appear more natural in the smile and do not run the risk of showing through the gum tissue. This material is also found to be stronger than the common porcelain material that dental crowns are often made from, giving patients a new tooth that can last much longer without cracking, chipping, or breaking. As a metal-free material, patients with sensitivity or allergies to metal can still receive dental implants without worry about discomfort or rejection.

A dental implant is a solution for those with failing or missing teeth that can restore the smile to full function and aesthetics. The implant mimics a natural tooth root and crown, which stimulates the jawbone for continued growth and allows for natural biting, chewing, and speaking. With proper care of the dental implants, patients can expect them to last a lifetime. At Midwest Oral Surgery & Dental Implants, Drs. Wewel, Wees, and Anderson can place any number of dental implants for those with one, multiple, or even a full mouth of missing teeth.

As oral surgeons, the doctors have vast experience and education in the surgical process necessary to give patients successful and long-lasting results. At Midwest Oral Surgery & Dental Implants, the doctors routinely place implants and utilize advanced technology and modern sedation techniques to give patients the best possible outcome.

Those with failing or missing teeth in Omaha, NE who are interested in receiving dental implants or who would like to discuss the option of zirconia implants are invited to schedule an appointment with the oral surgeons at Midwest Oral Surgery & Dental Implants. Appointments can be made by visiting http://www.midwestoms.com or calling 402-397-7777.

About the Oral Surgeons

Midwest Oral Surgery & Dental Implants is a full scope oral and maxillofacial surgery specialty practice serving patients in Omaha, NE. Dr. Jerome Wees has been practicing oral and maxillofacial surgery for over 20 years and is the current President of the Omaha District Dental Society. Dr. John Wewel completed his oral and maxillofacial surgery residency at the University of Nebraska and is a Diplomat with the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. Both Dr. Wees and Dr. Wewel maintain hospital privileges at the surrounding Omaha hospitals. Dr. Benjamin Anderson graduated summa cum laude from the University of Nebraska and completed his oral and maxillofacial surgery residency at the University of Mississippi. Midwest Oral Surgery & Dental Implants utilizes state-of-the-art technology and offers a full spectrum of oral surgical procedures including full mouth reconstructions, dental implants, and wisdom teeth extractions. To learn more about Drs. Wees, Wewel, and Anderson and the services they offer, visit http://www.midwestoms.com or call 402-397-7777 to schedule a consultation.

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Tinnitus Product Earns Highest 5-Star Rating from TopConsumerReviews.com


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For all of these reasons, TinnaRex is our choice for Tinnitus Relief, earning our highest recommendation in 2020.

TopConsumerReviews.com recently gave a best-in-class 5 star rating to TinnaRex, a leader among products used to fight the symptoms of Tinnitus.

Millions of people suffer from Tinnitus. Characterized by a persistent ringing, hissing or static-like sound in the ear, this condition can come from a variety of sources: workplace noise, stress, fluid in the ears, viral infections, and many others. Because the causes can vary so widely, so do the recommended products. Unfortunately, many of these remedies leave patients with the same irritating, distracting symptoms – and, in the case of prescription medications, they may have side effects that are worse than the original problem. On the positive side, there are a number of over-the-counter products available today that have been shown to bring relief to people struggling to reduce or eliminate Tinnitus. Often using a powerful blend of all-natural ingredients, these options are often much less expensive than prescriptions and require no doctor visit. Plus, the best Tinnitus products typically come with a strong customer satisfaction policy that includes a refund for users who don’t get the relief they want.

“TinnaRex delivers effective, all-natural relief of Tinnitus symptoms,” according to Brian Dolezal of TopConsumerReviews.com, LLC. “Offered by Native Remedies, a company well-known for its dedication to providing safe homeopathic solutions for a wide range of conditions, TinnaRex comes in a liquid form that is easily mixed with water and is safe for anyone 10 and up. Its powerful ingredients include rosemary, European blue vervain, oatstraw and St. John’s Wort, a combination designed to promote healthy circulation, reduce hearing problems, and alleviate stress and tension. While customers will be pleased by Native Remedies’ one-year satisfaction guarantee and return policy, chances are good that they won’t need it when using TinnaRex. We found numerous customer reviews describing relief from Tinnitus symptoms when using the product. For all of these reasons, TinnaRex is our choice for Tinnitus Relief, earning our highest recommendation in 2020.”

To find out more about TinnaRex and other Tinnitus products, including reviews and comparison rankings, please visit the Tinnitus products category of TopConsumerReviews.com at https://www.topconsumerreviews.com/tinnitus/.

About TinnaRex

TinnaRex is a product of Native Remedies. The company has been producing all-natural products since 2002, now with over 200 herbal and homeopathic research-backed remedies. Their mission is to inspire people to embrace a natural approach to complete family wellness. All their formulas are free of added gluten, artificial colors, flavors and preservatives, and are never tested on animals. They manufacture with the highest pharmaceutical standards in FDA-registered facilities, according to cGMP standards. Native Remedies sources from sustainable, organically farmed, or ethically wild crafted ingredients and uses the Full Spectrum method of extraction to maintain the plant’s natural integrity and balance for maximum efficacy.

About TopConsumerReviews.com

TopConsumerReviews.com, LLC is a leading provider of reviews and rankings for thousands of consumer products and services. From Tinnitus Relief to Cholesterol Health and Restless Leg Syndrome, TopConsumerReviews.com delivers in-depth product evaluations in order to make purchasing decisions easier.

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Medical Optometry of America and the New England College of Optometry Announce Academic Affiliation


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“Working with MOA, not only do we offer more options for graduates, NECO will also have early insight into emerging practice models,” states Howard Purcell, OD, NECO President and CEO.

The New England College of Optometry (NECO) and Medical Optometry of America (MOA), the first national optometric brand in the country focused on medical eye care, announced today that they have entered into a unique collaboration with the goal of providing new graduates and residents exposure to medical optometry through an innovative practice model.

“As the optometry field changes and new practice models emerge, we strongly believe that as an educational institution we need to provide students with a diversity of experiences in clinical environments that best prepares them for tomorrow’s optometry,” states Howard Purcell, OD, NECO President and CEO. “Working with MOA, not only do we offer more options for graduates, NECO will also have early insight into emerging practice models.”

“Our profession is undergoing tremendous transformation with significant financial pressures from a growing number of non-traditional competitors. At the same time, the aging population is accelerating demand for medical eye care and yet most patients and their primary physicians don’t know they can access this level of care from Optometric Clinicians. These dynamics represent an opportunity and I believe the collaboration between NECO and MOA offers tremendous upside potential for NECO graduates and the Optometric Profession as a whole,” states Jim Thimons, OD and MOA’s Chief Medical Officer.

For NECO, the affiliation creates opportunities for post-graduate training and practice in medical optometry at MOA’s sites. Together, the organizations will also explore the potential of developing a digital education platform to expand high quality continuing education programs for optometrists throughout the country.

Optometrists entering the field today can opt to work in a variety of different practice models that were rarely seen just a decade ago. Today, optometrists can practice in a multitude of settings, from private practice to national retail companies to startups. The change is not without notice. Representatives from every sector of the eye care industry gathered in November at the New England College of Optometry to share expertise and discuss the evolving nature of eye care and the implications for how optometric education and the optometric profession can benefit from working together in unique partnerships.

About Medical Optometry America

Medical Optometry America (MOA) is a marketing and management company created to catalyze change in the optometric profession by providing a turnkey system for forward-thinking optometrists to shift more completely to a sustainable medical model. The first national optometric brand in the country focused on medical eye care, MOA provides independent optometrists the opportunity to participate in a brand and practice management system that stands for exceptional medical eye care and inspires consumer confidence and demand for those services. Practices joining the MOA System will be positioned for future growth, with the marketing muscle to stay competitive in a rapidly changing environment. Visit http://www.medodamerica.com to learn more.

About New England College of Optometry

New England College of Optometry is an independent graduate college of optometry that educates students for careers in eye care delivery, research and education. Founded in 1894, NECO is the oldest continuously operating school of optometry in the country and was the first to develop a network of clinical affiliations for clinical training. We challenge students to think creatively about vision and sight and to contribute to the future of the field. In doing so, we provide quality optometric care to more than 150,000 individuals annually and serve the community through a network of health care organizations and access to vision screenings. http://www.neco.edu

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Domestic Gag Rule Reduces Contraceptive Access For Nearly 450,000 Women Living In Michigan


“The implementation of the domestic gag rule could impact nearly 450,000 women in need in Michigan. This federal rule exacerbates an already challenging contraceptive access landscape for women struggling to make ends meet,” said Ginny Ehrlich, CEO, Power to Decide.

According to data released by Power to Decide, an estimated 438,730 Michigan women of reproductive age (13-44) in need of publicly funded contraception live in counties impacted by the implementation of the Title X Family Planning Program “domestic gag rule.”

The domestic gag rule requires health providers receiving Title X funds to withhold information from patients about abortion services and care. In addition, health centers are required to cease providing abortion care with non-Title X funds at sites that offer Title X supported services, such as contraceptive care, breast and cervical cancer screening and STI testing. The new rule requires that abortion services, no matter how they are funded, must be performed at a separate physical site, which is impossible for many health centers.

“The implementation of the domestic gag rule could impact nearly 450,000 women in need in Michigan,” said Ginny Ehrlich, CEO, Power to Decide. “This federal rule exacerbates an already challenging contraceptive access landscape for women struggling to make ends meet. Even before the implementation of the domestic gag rule, more than 600,000 low-income women in Michigan live in contraceptive deserts where they face barriers such as transportation, child care and taking unpaid time from work to get the contraception they need.”

Data from Power to Decide show that 629,080 women living at or below 250% of the poverty level in Michigan live in contraceptive deserts, counties in which there is not reasonable access to a health center offering the full range of contraceptive methods. Nationally, more than 19 million U.S. women of low income live in contraceptive deserts.

In this challenging landscape, states like Michigan can take steps to partially alleviate the impact of damaging federal policies and to proactively expand access to contraception in various ways. Michigan has already expanded Medicaid to low-income adults, which helps decrease the percentage of uninsured women, and by extension, give them contraceptive coverage. In addition, other policies that would help include allowing pharmacists to prescribe contraception, requiring insurance to cover an extended supply of prescription contraceptives and enacting policies that protect insurance coverage of the full range of contraceptive methods. More information about these policies can be found here.

Power to Decide is a private, non-partisan, non-profit organization that works to ensure all people—no matter who they are, where they live or what their economic status might be—have the power to decide if, when and under what circumstances to get pregnant and have a child. Please visit us at http://www.PowerToDecide.org or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

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Bonsa Health Partners with ScriptDrop’s Integrated Delivery Solution to Reduce Prescription Abandonment


Bonsa Health joined forces with Script drop

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“In this day and age, healthcare and convenience should go hand-in-hand,” said John Asfour, Chief Operations Officer at Bonsa Health. “Now, by joining together with ScriptDrop, they do—bridging the gap between what patients need to remain compliant with their medications and what they want in terms of convenience, cost savings, and service.”

According to John Romano, Independent Pharmacy Sales Manager at ScriptDrop, the goals of the two companies align closely.

“We’re excited to partner with Bonsa Health in this ongoing effort to battle prescription abandonment by implementing our delivery solution within their business model,” Romano said. “So far, the effort has been amazing and shows a lot of promise as our team prepares for the nationwide rollout of the program.”

ScriptDrop expedites prescription delivery by seamlessly connecting to a network of fully trained and screened professional couriers across all 50 states: and, integrating directly into the existing workflow of any partner pharmacy.

Romano described the ScriptDrop platform as the first to allow pharmacies to track chain-of-custody through delivery status updates and digital signatures in real-time. He also pointed out that the system’s innovative technology “connects the dots” so that providers can focus on patient care, spend less time on administrative tasks, and save money across the board.

“On average, revenue for independent pharmacies has increased six-to-eight percent upon offering delivery services,” Romano said. “In fact, ScriptDrop can reduce delivery costs by up to 14 percent, increasing ROI.”

“At Bonsa, we only want the best for our patients,” Asfour explained. “As such, we strive to reform healthcare services to make lives easier across the board, every day. Together with ScriptDrop, we’re making it happen.”

To learn more about Bonsa Health, visit http://www.bonsahealth.com.

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About Bonsa Health: Bonsa Health was designed to put patients at the center of the healthcare circle, giving them the ability to make better, more affordable prescription refill decisions. Built on a brand-new, technologically advanced “hub-style” framework, Bonsa operates at the intersection among medication manufacturers, prescribing physicians, and independent pharmacists to ensure that customers receive the medications they need at the most competitive prices available. Many Bonsa prescriptions qualify for free delivery via ScriptDrop within 3-hours of order placement. Learn more at http://www.bonsahealth.com.

About ScriptDrop: ScriptDrop’s team of healthcare experts have revolutionized prescription delivery by seamlessly connecting pharmacies to a network of trained, professional couriers. Established in 2017, ScriptDrop partners with pharmacies, health systems, and couriers to ensure patients get their needed medication as safely and efficiently as possible. With delivery options across all 50 states, ScriptDrop is the first medication delivery program that integrates directly into the pharmacists’ workflow in an effort to reduce medication abandonment and improve patient outcomes. ScriptDrop is based in Columbus, Ohio with a mission to help one billion patients, one prescription at a time. Visit https://scriptdrop.co/ for details.

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