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DocASAP Wins The 2019 eHealthcare Leadership Awards for “Best Online Appointment Scheduling”


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“DocASAP is honored to be recognized as one of the healthcare industry’s leading technology providers for our innovative online appointment scheduling solution that’s part of our patient access and engagement platform,” said Puneet Maheshwari, co-founder and CEO of DocASAP.

DocASAP, the most advanced patient access and engagement platform for health systems, health plans and physician groups, today announced it was selected as a winner of the 2019 eHealthcare Leadership awards program, under the Online Appointment Scheduling category. The annual nation-wide awards program distinguishes the top websites and digital initiatives in the healthcare industry.

“DocASAP is honored to be recognized as one of the healthcare industry’s leading technology providers for our innovative online appointment scheduling solution that’s part of our patient access and engagement platform,” said Puneet Maheshwari, co-founder and CEO of DocASAP. “DocASAP is dedicated to enhancing the patient experience and providing seamless access to world-class healthcare. This award further underscores our commitment to optimizing access to care by navigating patients to the right provider and care setting at the right time.”

DocASAP’s platform helps health systems, health plans and physician groups navigate patients and health plan members to optimal care throughout the healthcare journey to help improve outcomes, reduce costs and create a better experience. DocASAP’s provider search and navigation solution helps streamline access to care by matching patient demographics, insurance, clinical and timely care needs with provider credentials and availability. It handles the complexities of patient-provider matching by automating provider-specific scheduling intake rules, protocols and workflows.

DocASAP’s online scheduling solution facilitates real-time, accurate online appointment scheduling and integrates with practice management systems, helping deliver the frictionless access consumers demand. It now also accommodates non-traditional visit types, such as telehealth/virtual appointments, walk-ins, home visits and phone appointments.

Additionally, DocASAP’s recently launched point of care and access center capabilities to optimize care coordination across the enterprise, helping improve efficiencies and enhance the patient experience. DocASAP’s care-driven reminder solutions enables healthcare providers to engage patients pre and post-visit to encourage proactive and coordinated care management, helping close gaps in care and reduce no shows.

The “eHealthcare Leadership” awards program draws more than 1,000 entries a year and exclusively recognizes the very best websites and digital communications of healthcare organizations, online health companies, pharmaceutical/medical equipment firms, agencies/suppliers and business improvement initiatives. Presented by both eHealthcare Strategy & Trends Magazine and Strategic Health Care Marketing Magazine, the awards program highlights the role of digital communications in achieving healthcare organizations’ business objectives.

To view the full list of 2019 “eHealthcare Leadership” award winners, visit: https://ehealthcareawards.com/2019-winners/

About DocASAP

DocASAP provides the leading patient access and engagement platform for health systems, health plans and physician groups. The platform addresses one of healthcare’s biggest challenges – access to care – by helping navigate patients and members to the right provider and care setting at the right time. Backed and promoted in the market by Aetna and UnitedHealthcare, DocASAP builds unique payer-provider connections with an eye towards simplified access, increased care compliance and improved population risk management. DocASAP’s provider search and navigation, consumer-facing and access center scheduling, provider data management and care driven reminders help optimize access throughout the healthcare journey to improve outcomes, reduce costs and create a better experience. For more information, visit http://docasap.com or follow on Twitter @DocASAP.

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Greenberg Traurig’s David J. Dykeman Co-Chairs CJP Health Professions Annual Breakfast


David J. Dykeman, patent attorney and co-chair of Greenberg Traurig, LLP’s global Life Sciences & Medical Technology Group and Boston Intellectual Property & Technology (IP) Group will co-chair the Combined Jewish Philanthropies (CJP) Health Professions Annual Breakfast, Nov. 17 at 9:00 a.m. at the Royal Sonesta Boston. Greenberg Traurig is a sponsor of the event.

The event, which is co-chaired by Rachel Wolfberg, Pharm.D., Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, brings together medical professionals, senior executives, entrepreneurs, and investors from across the biotech, pharma, healthcare, medtech, and diagnostics industries to strengthen business relationships within the Greater Boston Jewish community. Keynote speaker Adam M. Koppel, M.D., Ph.D., Managing Director, Bain Capital Life Sciences, will discuss, “How Innovation is Improving Delivery of Medical Care — Creating Value for Patients and Investors.” In addition, attendees will honor Beverly Siegal, M.D., M.P.H. with The Lewis H. Millender Community of Excellence Award.

Prior to the breakfast, Dykeman, who also serves as the Healthcare Innovations Network (HIN) Chair, will host a special HIN pre-reception at 8:00 a.m. Guest speaker Sophie Kornowski, Pharm.D., MBA and Senior Partner, Gurnet Point Capital, will discuss “An Insider’s View on Dealmaking in Pharma and Biotech Ventures.”

About Greenberg Traurig’s Life Sciences & Medical Technology Group: Greenberg Traurig’s Life Sciences & Medical Technology Group advises clients ranging from start-ups to large multinational public companies to leading research institutions. The group’s attorneys work closely with clients, providing innovative legal counsel to help them achieve their objectives – from discovery through commercialization and product marketing.

About Greenberg Traurig: Greenberg Traurig, LLP (GT) has approximately 2100 attorneys in 41 locations in the United States, Latin America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. GT has been recognized for its philanthropic giving, diversity, and innovation, and is consistently among the largest firms in the U.S. on the Law360 400 and among the Top 20 on the Am Law Global 100. Web: http://www.gtlaw.com Twitter: @GT_Law

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Internal Medicine Specialist, Prabhat Sinha, M.D. Named 2019 NJ Top Doc


Dr. Prabhat Sinha

Dr. Prabhat Sinha

Prabhat Sinha, M.D. of Ocean Family & Geriatric Associates, LLC has been reviewed and approved by NJ Top Docs for the second consecutive year. Treating patients of all ages while specializing in internal medicine and geriatric medicine, Dr. Sinha makes it a priority to go above and beyond in his patient care. With a board-certification in internal medicine, use of the most up-to-date technology, and a patient-centered approach to care, Dr. Sinha provides the best possible care for his patients.

At Ocean Family & Geriatric Associates, Dr. Sinha and his staff put their patients first. Trust is a key point of their practice philosophy. Dr. Sinha’s caring nature allows him to be thorough and spend ample time with each patient during their appointment, which his patients love and look forward to. Dr. Sinha strives to create deep patient relationships and has said, “My favorite part of the day is my interaction with the patients, because the patients are so appreciative of all we do for them.”

Services provided by Dr. Sinha include Pulmonary Function Tests for COPD and Asthma, Electrocardiograms, Botox Injections, Suboxone Treatment for Opiate Addiction, Arterial Brachial Index for PAD, Nerve Conduction Study for Neuropathy, B12 Injections, Weight Loss Management, Arthritis Care, Anti-Aging Treatment through Bio-Identical Hormone Placement, and Hair Restoration by Platelet-Rich Infusions.

To learn more about Dr. Sinha, please click the following link to visit his custom NJ Top Docs webpage: https://njtopdocs.com/nj-doctors/prabhat-sinha-md/

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NJ Top Docs a comprehensive, trusted, and exclusive healthcare resource featuring reviewed and approved Top Doctors and Dentists in New Jersey online in an easy to use format. NJ Top Docs only reviews and approves providers based on merit after they have been extensively vetted.

NJ Top Docs is a division of USA Top Docs which allows patients to meet providers online before making their appointment.

For more information, please click here to contact us or visit http://www.NJTopDocs.com.

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Senior Regulatory Affairs and Program Management Executive, Robert Peterson, RAC, Joins NDA Partners


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Mr. Peterson’s extensive experience leading cross-functional regulatory and product development teams in both small and large companies will bring great value to our clients who need full support for their product development programs.

NDA Partners Chairman Carl Peck, MD, announced today that Robert Peterson, RAC, a regulatory affairs and program management executive with more than 33 years of regulatory and product development experience in the biopharmaceutical and medical device industries, has joined the firm as an Expert Consultant.

Robert Peterson has extensive experience in formulating and executing regulatory, clinical, and product development strategies, interfacing with regulatory agencies, and filing regulatory submissions. In addition, he has extensive hands-on experience in research and development, manufacturing, nonclinical and clinical studies, and leading cross-functional teams in both small and large companies.

Most recently, Mr. Peterson was Executive Director of Regulatory Affairs at Liquidia Technologies Inc. He has also served as Vice President of Product Development and Regulatory Affairs at Nephrogenex Inc., Director of Research and Development at Cardiopolymers Inc., and Director of Product Development at Biostratum Inc. In his early career, he served as Director of Research and Development in the Vascular Division at Baxter Healthcare.

“Mr. Peterson’s extensive experience leading cross-functional regulatory and product development teams in both small and large companies will bring great value to our clients who need full support for their product development programs,” said Dr. Peck. “We are pleased to welcome him to NDA Partners.”

Robert Peterson earned his Master of Engineering degree in biomedical engineering from the University of California, Berkeley and his Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from the United States Military Academy at West Point, New York.

About NDA Partners

NDA Partners is a life sciences management consulting and contract development organization (CDO) focused on providing product development and regulatory services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries worldwide. The highly experienced Principals and Expert Consultants in NDA Partners include three former FDA Center Directors; the former Chairman of the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) in the UK; the former Chief Executive Officer and Chief Science Officer at the United States Pharmacopeial Convention (USP); an international team of more than 100 former pharmaceutical industry and regulatory agency senior executives; and an extensive roster of highly proficient experts in specialized areas including nonclinical development, toxicology, pharmacokinetics, CMC, medical device design control and quality systems, clinical development, regulatory submissions, and development program management. Services include product development and regulatory strategy, expert consulting, high-impact project teams, and contract management of client product development programs.

Contact

Earle Martin, Chief Executive Officer

Office: 540-738-2550

MartinEarle@ndapartners.com

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Two Key December Deadlines for the 2020 iaedp™ Symposium


The annual conference for the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals (iaedp™) is five months away, but there are two deadlines in December that are important now for those attending the 2020 iaedp™ Symposium that begins on March 26 and runs through March 29 at the Omni at ChampionsGate in Orlando.

Early registration is open prior to December 21, 2019. Registration discounts include: for iaedp™ certified members, $650; for members, $700; for non-iaedp™ members, $775; for full-time students, $400; for retired registrants, $400; and for international registrants, $400. Discount rates for groups and one-day registrations also are available. Beginning December 22, 2019, all costs increase by $50.

The art competition, “Imagine Me Beyond What You See,” announces the winners during the annual iaedp™ Symposium, will accept entries through December 15, 2019.

“Imagine Me Beyond What You Seeopen to everyone; however, iaedp™ asks treatment centers and private practices with art therapists to work with patients to provide entries. For more information, go to iaedp.com or MemberIMAGINEME.

There is no deadline for the conference sponsors – Bronze, Silver and Gold as well as a few specialty sponsorships – that iaedp™ continues to seek out. With the possibilities to be front of over 1,000 attendees – the largest group iaedp™ has ever hosted – the opportunity has never been better.

About the iaedp™ Foundation: Since 1985, the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals has provided education and training standards to an international and multidisciplinary group of various healthcare treatment providers and helping professions. MemberSHARE.iaedp.com is an iaedp™ business journal and online member resource to learn about noteworthy member achievements, continuing education webinars and U.S. and international chapter activity and events; for more information, visit MemberSHARE.

The Presidents Council provides iaedp™ support and includes: Center for Change; Center for Hope of the Sierras; Center for Discovery; Eating Recovery Center; Willow Place; Laureate Eating Disorders Program; McCallum Place Eating Disorder Centers; The Meadows Ranch; Rogers Behavioral Health; Rosewood Centers for Eating Disorders; Selah House; The Renfrew Center; Timberline Knolls; Turning Tides Eating Disorder Treatment Center; Veritas Collaborative; Focus Treatment Centers; Alsana Eating Disorder Treatment & Recovery Centers; and Silver Hill Hospital.

The 2020 iaedp Symposium is proud to announce a Bronze Sponsor: ViaMar Health.

More information about all aspects regarding iaedp™ and its 2019 Symposium can be found at iaedp.com.

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Minnesota Vikings Inspire New HydroWorx Plunge Line Designed For Athletic Recovery


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Minnesota Vikings Rejuvenate Plunges

“There is increased demand in athletics for additional customization in plunge recovery solutions. The Rejuvenate™ line of plunges meets these needs.”

The Rejuvenate™ line is the latest addition in aquatic therapy solutions. First inspired by the Minnesota Vikings, the new HydroWorx plunge products are designed to enhance athletic recovery.

A key focus for elite athletes and athletic trainers is recovery, returning to peak condition following games and strenuous workouts in preparation for the next game. Aquatic therapy is a key element in player care and essential swift recovery.

HydroWorx is the market leader in professional sports aquatic therapy. Currently twenty-seven out of the thirty-two professional football teams in the U.S. rely on HydroWorx aquatic therapy products to care for their elite athletes.

“Athletic trainers and athletes depend on our hydrotherapy solutions to accelerate healing and recovery,” said Timothy McCarthy, Chief Executive Officer for HydroWorx. “As part of our Recovery™ line of plunge products, the new Rejuvenate™ plunges were inspired by customer feedback and represent our most advanced and configurable plunge solutions to date. There is increased demand in athletics for additional customization in plunge recovery solutions. The Rejuvenate™ line of plunges meets these needs.” added McCarthy.

Athletic trainers and athletes require the best in conditioning solutions along with faster and more efficient recovery. This is why sports medicine professionals rely on HydroWorx technologies and the unique use of water to keep their players healthy and get them back in the game after an injury.

“The hydrotherapy area is probably the showpiece of our entire athletic training room. In addition to the HydroWorx 2000 underwater treadmill, we also selected the Rejuvenate™ hot and cold plunge products. We explored various plunge options but felt the size and depths of the HydroWorx best fit our needs. The hot and cold plunges are in-ground and fit up to fifteen athletes apiece,” said Eric Sugarman, MS, LAT, ATC, Vice President, Sports Medicine/Head Athletic Trainer, Minnesota Vikings.

“Our customer engagement initiatives guided the design of new line of plunge products,” said McCarthy. “We’ve expanded the line to include eight size configurations, including a 12’x28’ model for larger programs in need of faster turnover for their athletes. Other important updates include configurability of stairs for improved traffic flow, ability to customize bench configurations and flexibility to accommodate local pool code requirements. These new plunges are designed for new construction or to accommodate existing facilities and replace outdated products, by fitting through existing doorways,” says McCarthy.

Success for hydrotherapy requires a detailed understanding of team needs and objectives. At the outset and over the long term HydroWorx engages with each team to identify the best solutions for hot, cold and other water-based therapy solutions.

About HydroWorx

HydroWorx harnesses the power of water to accelerate healing and movement through unique and innovative technology by providing world class, evidence-based, products, services and education.

HydroWorx helps people achieve their potential by accelerating healing through our advanced and unique use of water. We design and manufacture the world’s finest water therapy and conditioning equipment for the sports, healthcare, senior living and wellness markets. The company leads the industry in scientific research and data supporting the therapeutic and rehabilitative properties of water therapy. HydroWorx has sold products in 50 states and twelve countries. Among its extensive and elite client list are: Dr. James Andrews, renowned orthopedic surgeon; the 2019 World Series champion Washington Nationals, the U.S. Navy Seals, NASA, the Kennedy Krieger Institute, Manchester United, the NHL champion Washington Capitals, the NCAA men’s basketball national champion University of Virginia, University of Notre Dame and Appalachian State. To learn more about HydroWorx, please visit http://www.hydroworx.com.

We make water work to help you achieve your potential.

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Top NYC Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Maurice Khosh, Named 2019 Best Doctor by Best Doctors in America®


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I am honored that my colleagues have once again chosen me for inclusion on this prestigious list as a 2019 Best Doctor. It is a testament to my mission to provide my patients with high-quality care and excellence in facial plastic surgery, says Dr. Maurice Khosh

Each year, the Best Doctors in America organization awards a limited number of physicians with the honor of being selected as a Best Doctor. As the largest ongoing, peer-reviewed poll in the medical industry, the list is based on surveys of more than 53,000 medical experts in over 450 specialties and subspecialties worldwide. Dr. Maurice Khosh has been selected for this honor by his peers as a result of his extensive knowledge, artistic talent and exceptional skill in advanced facial plastic surgery. Dr. Khosh represents approximately 4% of U.S. doctors as a 2019 Best Doctor.

Dr. Maurice Khosh carries a unique set of dual board certifications in facial plastic surgery and ENT surgery. He is a highly respected plastic surgeon who has earned multiple prestigious awards for his advanced technique and beautiful, natural-looking results in cosmetic procedures, such as facelifts, rhinoplasty and blepharoplasty. Additionally, Dr. Khosh offers a wide range of reconstructive procedures to address functional, trauma or cancer-related defects of the face, nose and scalp. Dr. Khosh is also nationally recognized for his training and specialization in treating breathing issues during rhinoplasty. Beyond plastic surgery procedures, Dr. Khosh offers a full menu of non-invasive services, including rejuvenation treatments for the eyes, cheeks, lips and neck.

“I am honored that my colleagues have once again chosen me for inclusion on this prestigious list as a 2019 Best Doctor. It is a testament to my mission to provide my patients with high-quality care and excellence in facial plastic surgery,” says Dr. Maurice Khosh

More About Dr. Maurice Khosh:

Dr. Maurice Khosh is a nationally recognized, dual board certified facial plastic surgeon practicing in Manhattan, NY. He has had a continued appearance on Castle Connolly’s Top Doctor™ list and has been the recipient of the Patients’ Choice Award. Dr. Khosh was also chosen as a 2019 Top Patient Rated NYC Plastic Surgeon by Find Local Doctors. He is the past president of the NY Facial Plastic Surgery Society, the director of facial plastic surgery service at Mt. Sinai West in NYC and the former director of facial plastic surgery at Columbia University. Dr. Maurice Khosh’s dedication and expertise in his field have made him one of the top plastic and reconstructive surgeons in the country.

For more information on the services offered by Dr. Khosh, visit his website at http://www.facedoctornyc.com, or contact his office in Manhattan directly at (212) 339-9988.

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Traliant Announces Code of Conduct Training for Healthcare Employees


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“Code of Conduct training is one of the essentials to ensure employees can respond appropriately to ethical and legal issues they may face in their day-to-day decisions,” said Mike Pallatta, Traliant CEO and Co-Founder.

Traliant, an innovator in online sexual harassment training, today announced the availability of a new training course, Healthcare Code of Conduct. The interactive course is designed to educate employees on key laws and regulations affecting the healthcare industry, and reinforce standards of ethical behavior.

For more information, please visit Traliant at: Healthcare Code of Conduct

“Code of Conduct training is one of the essentials to ensure employees can respond appropriately to ethical and legal issues they may face in their day-to-day decisions,” said Mike Pallatta, Traliant CEO and Co-Founder. “As part of a comprehensive ethics and compliance program, our Healthcare Code of Conduct training can help organizations prevent misconduct and reduce the risk of violations and penalties.”

Traliant’s Healthcare Code of Conduct is a 60-minute interactive training course tailored for employees and managers working in the healthcare industry. The modern format features a series of short episodes, video vignettes, news stories and assessments and challenges.

Topics such as preventing Medicare fraud, waste and abuse, False Claims Act, Stark Law and the Anti-Kickback Statute are discussed in plain language and illustrated through realistic video scenarios. The course also covers key ethical and compliance issues including political activities, third-party due diligence, recordkeeping, data privacy, information security and maintaining a respectful workplace.

Healthcare Code of Conduct is the latest addition to Traliant’s healthcare course library, which includes Preventing Discrimination & Harassment: Healthcare Edition, HIPAA For Covered Entities, HIPAA For Business Associates, Bloodbourne Pathogens, Active Shooter Response and other relevant topics for healthcare organizations.

About Traliant

Traliant was founded by industry veterans from some of the world’s most successful compliance training companies to meet the challenge of transforming compliance training from boring to brilliant. Backed by Martinson Ventures, Traliant delivers award-winning compliance training on an eLearning platform that enables fast and easy customization. Courses are available on numerous workplace topics including Diversity Training and Sensitivity Training. For more information, visit: http://www.traliant.com.

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10th Annual National Hygiene Specialist® Excellence Award Recipients Announced by UMF Corporation


Lourdes Rosenwasser and Elida Gardella, winners of the 10th Annual National Hygiene Specialist® Excellence Award

“Infection prevention and control are top priorities for Mount Sinai South Nassau. The combination of outstanding employees such as Lourdes and Elida, the right products, and the right training make our hospital a pillar in the healthcare community when it comes to infection prevention.”

UMF Corporation, today announced the recipients of the company’s 10th annual Hygiene Specialist® Excellence award, which acknowledges the important contribution of environmental services (ES) departments in hospitals and long-term care facilities across the country. Environmental Service Aides Elida Gardilla and Lourdes Rosenwasser of Mount Sinai South Nassau in Oceanside, New York, are this year’s recipients of the award.

“We are elated that UMF Corporation has recognized Lourdes and Elida with the National Hygiene Specialist Award,” says Felix Nazario, Administrative Director of Environmental Services at Mount Sinai South Nassau. “Infection prevention and control are top priorities for Mount Sinai South Nassau. The combination of outstanding employees such as Lourdes and Elida, the right products, and the right training make our hospital a pillar in the healthcare community when it comes to infection prevention.”

According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), on any given day, about one in 31 hospital patients has at least one healthcare associated infections (HAI). Though mostly preventable, HAIs such as Clostridium difficile (C. diff) and Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) occur in all types of patient and extended care settings. C. diff, for example, can result from the bacteria found on environmental surfaces in healthcare environments. Without proper cleaning of such surfaces, cross-contamination can occur.

A recent study in the American Journal of Infection Control showed that, with the proper ES protocols in place, C. diff rates fell to zero over the course of 1,000 patient days. Management at leading health systems understand and recognize the importance of ES as part of an enterprise-wide multimodal intervention plan to combat such infections.

“We established the Hygiene Specialist Excellence Award in order to recognize the invaluable contributions of the unheralded environmental services departments across the country,” said UMF Corporation CEO George Clarke. “UMF Corporation is committed to increasing awareness and recognition of all these dedicated professionals who are so critical in the battle against preventable HAIs. When we reviewed the nominations, it was obvious that these two individuals deserved recognition. Therefore, we decided to award both Elida and Lourdes, who serve as the first line of defense in ensuring safe patient environments are maintained at Mount Sinai South Nassau.”

During her ten years working in the 12-room Mount Sinai South Nassau critical care unit (CCU), Ms. Gardella has been one of the hospital’s top performers in an extremely delicate unit. With daily cleaning, she ensures the CCU is disinfected to the highest standards. She also performs daily terminal and steam cleaning, and does her own floor care. Her ATP (adenosine triphosphate) testing results – which are used to verify cleanliness of hospital surfaces – consistently are stellar.

Ms. Rosenwasser has worked in Mount Sinai South Nassau intensive care unit (ICU) since 2012, performing highly effective daily cleaning as well as terminal cleaning and steam cleaning. Her ATP results are great, and she also maintains an excellent floor care routine in the 10-room unit.

“Elida and Lourdes not only perform their jobs excellently on a daily basis, but they train other members of our ES staff and regularly go above and beyond,” adds Nazario. “Elida and Lourdes are very dedicated and regularly achieve a very high level of excellence.”

The recipients will share the 2018 award sponsored by UMF Corporation.

And, to submit for the 2019 National Hygiene Specialist Award, please visit https://www.perfectclean.com/award-copy.

About UMF Corporation

UMF Corporation is the leader in the research and development of high-performance textiles for the infection prevention and commercial cleaning markets. Through extensive testing, exhaustive analysis and the commitment of significant human and financial resources, new antimicrobial technologies have been merged with innovative product designs that are redefining the future of clean®. http://www.perfectclean.com

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HealthyChildren.org, the American Academy of Pediatrics Website for Parents, Celebrates 10th Birthday with 10-Day Sweepstakes Event


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“Pediatricians are parents, too. And we know parents love to look for information on the internet. We wanted to be sure that there was a place for them to find the kind of guidance we’d share with them in our offices,” said Dr. Jennifer Shu, medical editor of HealthyChildren.org.

HealthyChildren.org, the official American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) website for parents, celebrates its 10th birthday by giving away ten $200 Visa gift cards in the site’s 10th Birthday Sweepstakes event.

HealthyChildren.org launched in 2009 and continues to serve parents of children of all ages with reliable online pediatric health and safety information in English and Spanish.

“Pediatricians are parents, too. And we know parents love to look for information on the internet. With HealthyChildren.org, we wanted to make sure that there was a place for them to find the kind of guidance we’d share with them in our offices,” said Dr. Jennifer Shu, medical editor of HealthyChildren.org. “A decade into this adventure, our fellow pediatricians and many, many parents have told us that we’ve created a truly helpful resource.”

HealthyChildren.org has experienced tremendous growth since its launch in December of 2009. In October 2019, the site experienced a record-breaking 8.9 million pageviews from more than 6 million unique visitors.

HealthyChildren.org is very excited to celebrate its success with a birthday-themed sweeps contest for registered users. Participants may enter once each day during the event which runs December 1 through the 10th anniversary of the site’s launch on December 10, 2019. Winners will be announced in January 2019 or sooner.

Full contest rules are available on HealthyChildren.org.

About HealthyChildren.org

The only parenting website backed by 67,000 AAP member pediatricians, HealthyChildren.org offers trustworthy, up-to-the-minute health advice and guidance for parents and caregivers, along with interactive tools and personalized content. Registered users enjoy a customized home page featuring articles appropriate for their children by age, as well as a free monthly e-newsletter.

The site also offers a Find a Pediatrician service, an Ask the Pediatrician tool, a KidsDoc Symptom Checker, and more than 5,000 articles in English and Spanish.

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