Pivot Point Consulting’s Advisory Board Members Daniel Herman and Mike Sweeney

We’re grateful to have such experienced senior healthcare IT leaders at the table with us and look forward to growing our team of advisory board members to bring in other capabilities aligned with our services to shape what we’re doing today, as well as our future.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (PRWEB)
January 07, 2020

Healthcare IT consulting leader, Pivot Point Consulting, a Vaco Company, announces a new Advisory Board to help shape and guide its growth strategy with the leadership team.

Comprised of CEOs and senior leaders of leading healthcare IT organizations, the Advisory Board will work with the leadership team to monitor trends shaping the industry and ensure market relevance and innovation given the changing healthcare ecosystem, as well as identify both strategic resources and acquisition opportunities.

The Advisory Board includes:

Daniel S. Herman, Founder of Aspen Advisors and former Managing Director of Informatics and Technology at The Chartis Group

Daniel founded and served as Managing Director of Aspen Advisors, an industry recognized information technology and operations improvement consulting firm comprised of over 130 professionals which merged with The Chartis Group in 2014. He also served as Senior Vice President in a privately held consulting firm (Dearborn Advisors, LLC), a Regional Vice President in a publicly traded healthcare information technology services firm (First Consulting Group), a manager in the healthcare consulting practice of a national CPA firm (KPMG) and an implementation manager for a healthcare software vendor (McKesson).

For more than 30 years, Daniel advised leading academic medical centers, integrated delivery networks, physician group practices, specialty providers and provider-sponsored managed care organizations on enhancing the value of their information technology investments. An early advocate for improving care delivery and operations through the effective use of technology, he is a Life Fellow of the Healthcare Information Management & Systems Society (HIMSS), served on the Board and as a past president in the Colorado, Greater Chicago and Western Pennsylvania HIMSS Chapters and has authored numerous articles and presentations on leadership, various aspects of Healthcare Information Technology Management and obtaining value from IT investments.

Mike Sweeney, former President and CEO of MaxIT Healthcare

Mike was the President and CEO of MaxIT Healthcare, which was acquired by Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC). MaxIT employed over 1,000 consultants and specialized in the implementation and optimization of electronic health record (EHR) systems from major software vendors for healthcare organizations across North America. He also served in senior executive positions at McKesson and at Esurg, a healthcare e-commerce business. Mike brings deep experience developing and delivering a range of healthcare IT services and solutions primarily to commercial hospital groups and other medical delivery organizations. He retired after the acquisition and now serves as a Board Director and Advisor to several companies.

“The Advisory Board illustrates Pivot Point Consulting’s commitment to exceptional quality and sustained growth. We’re grateful to have such experienced senior healthcare IT leaders at the table with us and look forward to growing our team of advisory board members to bring in other capabilities aligned with our services to shape what we’re doing today, as well as our future,” said Rachel Marano, Managing Partner.

About Pivot Point Consulting

Pivot Point Consulting enables healthcare organizations to realize the most value from their technology and data through their KLAS ranked advisory, implementation/optimization, managed services and talent solutions.

The company provides strategy and consulting services for providers, payers and life sciences organizations – with 450 employees serving 85+ clients across the United States. Pivot Point Consulting has earned many industry and workplace quality awards including: Top three Best in KLAS for HIT Implementation and Support for four years running (2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018), Highest Rated Vendor in KLAS Implementation Services in the Select Category (July 2017), #1 in KLAS for Epic Consulting in the Select Category (2016), #9 in Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work in 2016.

For more information about Pivot Point Consulting, visit https://pivotpointconsulting.com/. Follow us on LinkedIn.

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Scaling access to medical diagnostics will be necessary to improve global health – novel tools and technologies like wearable textiles holds the potential value to democratize healthcare in a way that has never previously been imagined.

TORONTO (PRWEB)
January 06, 2020

Myant Inc., the pioneers in Textile Computing™, will be showcasing a line-up of textile products that enable continuous and ambient heart health management at CES 2020 (January 7-10, Las Vegas), including apparel from the Skiin Connected Health & Wellness line which was honored as a winner in the Health & Wellness category of the CES 2020 Innovation Awards.

While electrocardiography, or the study of the electrical activity of the heart, has long been recognized as a crucial diagnostic modality in the management of overall health, access to cardiac diagnostics has long been restricted within the context of clinical settings, and offered only to those suffering from, or at significant risk of cardiac disease. Factors such as high cost of care and complexity in diagnostic devices have led to an approach towards heart health management that is largely reactive in nature as opposed to truly preventative.

Enabling Access to Heart Health Management for All via Everyday Clothing

Heart disease is still the leading cause of death in the world, and there is no current way to monitor the heart in an ambient, passive, seamless, and reliable manner – essential to preventative care. Myant’s mission is to create that connection to the human body, through everyday products that are already pervasive in our lives and continuously being used, in order to connect everyone, regardless of their age, gender or ability, and throughout all facets of their lives (i.e. sleep, work, play/fitness, etc.).

Leading healthcare experts like Dr. Suraj Kapa, a cardiologist and medical innovation expert from the Mayo Clinic who advises on healthcare strategy for Myant, agree on the potential for textile to transform the way care is delivered and managed. “Scaling access to medical diagnostics will be necessary to improve global health – novel tools and technologies like wearable textiles holds the potential value to democratize healthcare in a way that has never previously been imagined,” noted Dr. Kapa.

Myant has been working to develop textiles that can sense the electrical activity of the heart, and deploying these textiles in different form factors (i.e. clothing, furniture, car seats, etc.). By distributing the data captured by these interfaces through a cloud-based, AI-enabled platform, Myant is ushering in a model for heart health management that is continuous, ambient, preventative, and democratized. This will create continuous access to best-in-class heart health machine learning algorithms, something that is currently confined to leading hospitals and cardiologists.

Myant will be bringing these products to market under its connected brand Skiin. The line-up of apparel can record ECG data from multiple points of the body to obtain different ECG vectors resulting in more accurate and continuous heart monitoring. The Skiin line-up of interfaces to be showcased at CES 2020 includes:

Interface Details

Underwear    

• 2-lead electrocardiogram (ECG)
• Includes activity and temperature monitoring, plus more
• Launching in Q1 2020

Bra    

• 3-lead ECG recording garment
• Includes activity and temperature monitoring, plus more
• Launching in Q1 2020

Undershirt    

• 3 to 5-Lead ECG shirt with multiplexing capability between electrodes
• Includes activity and temperature monitoring, plus more
• Launching in Q2 2020

Polo Shirt    

• Single-lead ECG recording polo shirt
• PPG sensor for ECG-PPG cuffless blood pressure measurement
• Launching in Q4 2020

Baby Onesie    

• 3 to 5-lead ECG onesie with multiplexing capability between electrodes
• Includes activity, position and temperature monitoring, plus more
• Launching in Q4 2020

Pregnancy Band    

• 12-lead maternal ECG and fetal ECG monitoring abdominal band
• Lead selection capability from 16 electrodes for optimal fetal ECG recording

12-Lead Holter Monitor    

• 12-lead medical grade cardiac Holter monitor
• Utilizing Myant proprietary fully textile dry motion-resistant active electrodes
• ECG recording with continuous mechanical/electrical electrode contact monitoring
• Devices are under pre-submission process with the FDA and are not currently for sale under any jurisdiction.

Distributing ECG and Other Biometric Insights via Social Connectedness App, Deepening Connection with Circle of Care to Address the Social Determinants of Health:

Human interaction and social connectedness are fundamental human needs, and an individual’s health and wellbeing are known to be intrinsically connected to these social determinants. While people in the past lived in tighter knit communities and thus were able to stay more connected and better care for each other, our social connections in the modern world are less physically connected and more dispersed. Myant’s mission is to use technology to help alleviate this problem, and connect people to themselves, their communities, AI and the world around them.

In light of this, ECG data and other biometric data gathered by Skiin garments will be distributed via the Skiin app (powered by the Myant Platform) which promotes sharing of information between the user and their Care Circle. The aim of the app experience is to create a continuous, ambient, and more meaningful bond between the user and their caregivers (e.g. loved ones, healthcare professionals, etc.), providing the user with the support they need to achieve better health outcomes. Members of the Care Circle can check-in on the user via the app to understand their physical and emotional state at a glance, providing greater peace of mind. AI on the Myant Platform works with a nudge system build into the app to alert the user and their Care Circle of important changes to the user’s state, suggesting meaningful actions to help improve wellbeing. The end result is the redistribution of care, from isolated episodes in clinical contexts to a continuous, distributed community-based model in which the user, their loved ones, healthcare providers, and AI all work together to promote better outcomes.

Myant at CES 2020

The democratization of heart health management through connected textiles is just one of the many possibilities enabled by the Myant Platform, which provides a continuous, ambient and passive connection between people and their bodies, their communities, and their environments across all aspects of daily life (i.e. home, work, and play). Myant’s presence at CES 2020 was designed to encourage others to envision these possibilities, inspiring the world to challenge the way they see everyday textile and to reimagine the value that these objects can provide. Myant invites you to visit their booth at CES 2020 (Booth #43925, Sands Expo, Health & Wellness) to discover more about a world connected by textiles.

For more information or to schedule a meeting with Myant at CES 2020, please contact:

Brian Fung

Marketing Strategist at Myant

brian.fung@myant.ca, 416-423-7906 x401

Frank Florio

VP, Strategy & Business Development at Myant

frank.florio@myant.ca, 416-423-7906 x421

About Myant Inc.

Myant has created the world’s first platform that continuously and ambiently connects people to their bodies, to each other, and to the world around them. Using connected textiles that can sense and react to the human body and a platform that enables machine learning driven health and performance outcomes, Myant is on a mission to transform human connectedness. With an extensive patent portfolio, key exclusive relationships within the textile computing industry, a multidisciplinary team of researchers, engineers, data scientists, fashion designers and knitting specialists, and over 80,000 ft² of manufacturing capacity, Myant is changing the way people across society connect. Connect with us to find out how we can help you create innovative solutions powered by connected textiles and the Myant Platform. Visit https://www.myant.ca to learn more.

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (PRWEB)
January 06, 2020

MemoryCare.com, a comprehensive resource for caregivers and older adults living with memory impairment, has announced the Best Memory Care Facilities in Huntsville, Alabama. The guide identifies 5 memory care communities based on location, access to experts, facility features and amenities.

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 5.6 million people age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s dementia. In Huntsville, the number of senior deaths related to Alzheimer’s increased by 30 percent between 2013 and 2017. Memory care facilities offer activities and therapies to help delay or halt cognitive decline. They also give family members and caregivers peace of mind by providing a safe environment for loved ones.

“There’s a high demand for quality memory care all across our nation; specifically, in cities like Huntsville, which experienced a rapid increase in Alzheimer’s related deaths,” says Joyce Collins. “MemoryCare.com provides free resources to help families find the best facilities.”

Through hours of research and an intensive selection process, MemoryCare.com was designed to help caregivers find effective solutions for their loved ones. The website not only highlights the best facilities in the city, it also shares information about cost, reviews from residents, type of care offered and more. For a detailed listing of the Best Memory Care Facilities in Huntsville, AL, please visit https://www.memorycare.com/huntsville-al-facilities/

2020 Best Memory Care Facilities in Huntsville, AL (in alphabetical order)

Brookdale Hampton Cove

Phone: (256) 248-9939

Address: 6379 Highway 431 S., Hampton Cove, AL 35763

Web: brookdale.com/hampton-cover

HarborChase of Huntsville

Phone: (256) 937-1018

Address: 4801 Whitesport Cir. SW., Huntsville, AL 35801

Web: harborchase.com/huntsville

Redstone Village

Phone: (800) 724-5535

Address: 12000 Turnmeyer Dr., Huntsville, AL 35803

Web: redstonevillage.org

Regency Retirement Village of Huntsville

Phone: (256) 852-0033

Address: 2004 Max Luther Dr., Huntsville, AL 35810

Web: regencyhuntsville.com

Thrive at Jones Farm

Phone: (256) 429-3008

Address: 2238 Cecil Ashburn Dr. SE, Huntsville, AL 38502

Web: thrivesl.com/jonesfarm

ABOUT MEMORYCARE.COM

MemoryCare.com provides tools and resources to help adults living with memory impairment and their families. The online guide uses data-driven research and expert evaluations to identify the best facilities across the nation. The MemoryCare.com team includes medical and elder care professionals as well as board of directors. For more information, visit https://www.memorycare.com/.

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FALLS CHURCH, Va. (PRWEB)
January 07, 2020

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Dallas Lighthouse for the Blind has been renamed Envision Dallas and officially become an entity of Wichita, Kan.-based Envision, Inc.

We are proud to expand our geographic footprint and mission into the Dallas area to meet a growing need for low vision rehabilitation, programs, services and employment.

DALLAS (PRWEB)
January 06, 2020

Envision today announced Envision Dallas as the new name for Dallas Lighthouse for the Blind. The rebranding formalizes a relationship initiated in 2018, when the Wichita, Kansas-based Envision added Dallas Lighthouse for the Blind to its growing family. With locations in 11 states, Envision is one of the country’s largest employers of people with visual impairments. Envision’s mission is to improve the quality of life and provide inspiration and opportunity for people who are blind or visually impaired through employment, outreach, rehabilitation, education and research.

“We are proud to expand our geographic footprint and mission into the Dallas area to meet a growing need for low vision rehabilitation, programs, services and employment,” said Michael Monteferrante, president and CEO of Envision. “We look forward to the evolution of Envision Dallas into an even more robust organization led by Executive Director David Stupay and to identifying additional opportunities to help people with vision loss nationwide.”

Stupay, a veteran leader of multiple agencies in several states that help children and adults with developmental disabilities, was named as the new executive director on December 12.

Established in 1931, Envision Dallas currently serves 150,000 people in 11 North Texas counties who are blind or low vision. Since joining the Envision family, Envision Dallas has served an increasing number of people with vision loss through new initiatives and strategic leadership. In October, Envision Dallas announced it will become the new home of the American Foundation for the Blind Center on Vision Loss and Esther’s Place, a specially designed model apartment that helps individuals who are blind or low vision learn to live more independently.

About Envision: Envision promotes advocacy and independence for those who are blind or low vision. Founded in 1933, Envision is one of the largest employers of individuals with vision loss in the nation. Headquartered in Wichita, Kan., Envision’s mission is to improve the quality of life and provide inspiration and opportunity for people who are blind or visually impaired through employment, outreach, rehabilitation, education and research. For more information, visit http://www.envisionus.com.

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In the new episode of “Behind The Scenes,” the show will interview sleep apnea experts about the tests utilized in the detection of the disease.

MIAMI (PRWEB)
January 06, 2020

Award-winning actor Laurence Fishburne has taken on many parts throughout the years but is also involved in educational television. In an upcoming episode of of Behind The Scenes Laurence Fishburne will introduce new content on sleep studies taking place to diagnose sleep apnea. The show is of the informational variety and reviews a broad spectrum of issues influencing people all over the globe.

It is estimated 22 million Americans suffer from moderate to severe sleep apnea. Roughly 26% of adults between the ages of 30-70 may have the sleep disorder. Sleep apnea makes a person repeatedly stop and begin breathing while asleep. The disease increases the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, depression, stroke, and Type 2 diabetes.

Medical experts are conducting studies to detect the disease to treat it properly. The studies include nocturnal polysomnography and home tests. Nocturnal polysomnography tests monitor the heart, brain and lung activity, leg and arm movements, breathing patterns, and blood oxygen levels while hooked up to a machine during sleep. Home tests measure the blood oxygen level, breathing and airflow patterns, and heart rate.

In the new episode of “Behind The Scenes,” the show will interview sleep apnea experts about the tests utilized in the detection of the disease. They will also discuss how sleep apnea is impacting people worldwide.

The educational program “Behind The Scenes” with Laurence Fishburne is given a careful review before broadcast to a public audience. As an acknowledgment for its efforts, the show has received a multitude of awards.

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Bright Now! Dental Team

MESA, Ariz. (PRWEB)
January 06, 2020

In partnership with the Smiles for Everyone Foundation, Bright Now!® Dental will provide free dental services for low-income, underinsured individuals at its Mesa, Arizona office on February 16th.

Dental services provided include same-day procedures such as exams and x-rays, fillings, cleanings and extractions. For more information, please visit the Bright Now! Dental website.

About Bright Now!® Dental

Bright Now! ® Dental provides general dentistry, children’s dentistry and, in select locations, specialty care services such as orthodontics, oral surgery, periodontics and endodontics at over 150 offices across Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Indiana, Maryland, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Utah, Virginia and Washington. Bright Now! Dental’s Mesa office is operated by Modern Dental Professionals – Arizona, Inc., P.C. (the “Group”). The Group is affiliated with Smile Brands Inc., one of the largest providers of business support services to dental groups in the United States. Smile Brands Inc. provides comprehensive business support services through exclusive long-term service agreements with affiliated dental groups, so dentists can spend more time caring for their patients and less time on the administrative, marketing and financial aspects of operating a dental practice. Smile Brands is a portfolio company of Gryphon Investors (“Gryphon”), a leading middle-market private equity firm based in San Francisco, CA. For more information, visit http://www.smilebrands.com.

About the Smiles For Everyone Foundation

The Smiles for Everyone Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with the mission of delivering smiles for everyone by providing free dental care for those in need, both at home in the U.S. and around the world. Since 2011, the Smiles for Everyone Foundation has delivered over 24,000 smiles and $18 million in donated dentistry. The foundation currently supports programs which provide free dental care to those in need in Cambodia, Ghana, Laos, Nicaragua, Paraguay, Thailand, and the United States. For more information or to make a donation, visit http://www.smilesforeveryone.org.

Contacts:

Bright Now!® Dental                    

Jody Martin    

PR@smilebrands.com                            

714.427.1299                    

Smiles for Everyone Foundation

Crystal Strait

crystal.strait@smilesforeveryone.org

714.824.5037

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