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Proscia’s Concentriq® Dx Receives CE Mark for Primary Diagnosis

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Proscia®, a leading provider of digital pathology software, has received a CE Mark for its Concentriq Dx solution for use in primary diagnosis. With this certification, Proscia accelerates its entry into the diagnostic pathology market in Europe and other key geographies globally to help laboratories keep pace with the rising cancer burden.

The CE Mark indicates that Concentriq Dx complies with the European In Vitro Diagnostic Regulations. “This underscores Proscia’s commitment to providing high-quality solutions to meet the needs of pathology laboratories and cancer patients in the EU and affiliated countries,” said Natalia Remmel, Proscia’s Director of Quality and Regulatory Affairs.

“Europe is plagued by a chronic shortage of pathologists,” explained Steve Holloway, Company Director of Signify Research at the Cranfield Innovation Centre in the United Kingdom. “In a recent workforce census conducted by the Royal College of Pathologists, only three percent of UK pathology departments reported having enough staff to meet clinical demand. Shortages like these are being blamed for slowing the rate at which cancer biopsies are diagnosed, ultimately delaying cancer treatment and potentially sacrificing patient outcomes as a result.”

Concentriq Dx enables pathologists to make a primary diagnosis of diseases like cancer from digitized images of patients’ tissue biopsies, helping laboratories to deliver more timely, higher quality diagnoses. By centering the practice of pathology around images instead of physical glass slides, Concentriq Dx automates time-consuming and error-prone manual tasks and streamlines access to specialized expertise.

“With Concentriq Dx, we are laying the foundation for the next generation of digital pathology at a crucial time,” said David West, CEO of Proscia. “The challenges faced in Europe are reflective of global trends and highlight the need to accelerate diagnostic workflows and improve accuracy. Concentriq Dx can drive costs out of the health system, relieve overburdened pathology laboratories, and, most importantly, quickly get accurate answers to physicians and their patients. With this CE Mark, Proscia is accelerating its entry into the worldwide clinical market.”

Concentriq Dx works with any scanner and laboratory information system (LIS), offering seamless integrations with 3DHISTECH, Hamamatsu, and Leica among other leading solutions. It also offers flexible cloud and on-premise deployment options to meet the current and future needs of laboratories transitioning to modern, image-centric digital pathology. To learn more about using Concentriq Dx in your laboratory, join Proscia’s demonstration webinar on Thursday 21 November at 14:00 GMT.*

About Proscia

Proscia is an AI software company that is changing the way the world practices pathology to transform cancer research and diagnosis. With the company’s Concentriq digital pathology platform and pipeline of AI algorithms, laboratories are leveraging new kinds of data to improve patient outcomes and accelerate discoveries. Proscia’s team of technologists, scientists, and pathologists is bringing a fresh approach to an outdated industry, helping the world to keep pace with the increasing demand for pathology services and fulfill the promise of precision care. For more information, visit proscia.com.

*In the U.S., Concentriq Dx is not cleared by the FDA for use in primary diagnosis.

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FDAnews Announces — Understanding UDI in EU Device Regulations Webinar, Nov. 21, 2019

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Understanding UDI in EU Device Regulations

An FDAnews Webinar

Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST

https://www.fdanews.com/understandudi

Are EU device and IV diagnostics sales in jeopardy?

It’s not a trick question. The last major compliance hurdle to new EU device regulations —UDI — is ahead, and many device and diagnostics makers simply aren’t prepared.

Not yet anyway.

Mark the calendar for Thursday, Nov. 21, when device regulation expert Dan O’Leary lays out the challenges of complying with unique device identification (UDI) rules … explains major variances from FDA regulations … and helps attendees meet the May 2020 deadline:


  • Overview of the EU’s UDI system

  • Requirements for devices and packages

  • The Basic UDI-DI: Its role and uses

  • EU-MDR Article 120 transition requirements

  • The European UDI workaround

  • EU-MDR database elements

  • EU-IVDR database elements

  • Database translation issues


BONUS: Attendees will receive an Excel workbook to help identify the database elements and verify the requirements.

UDI compliance includes data elements, verifying correctness and update labels and translating and loading the database. Success demands a team effort. Take this opportunity to bring every member of the team up to speed.

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In Response to Health Risks, IPVideo Corporation Adds THC Detection to the HALO IOT Smart Sensor

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In direct response to schools’ pleas for assistance my team added THC detection capability to the vape detection sensors in HALO. We are trying to do our part to assist our districts in fighting this epidemic.


BAY SHORE, N.Y. (PRWEB)

IPVideo Corporation, a leading manufacturer of IoT sensor technology and passive visual weapons detection systems, is proud to announce their HALO IoT Smart Sensor detects vaping with THC.

Today is known as National “legalization day” and is celebrated by the cannabis industry. On November 6th, 2012, Colorado and Washington both passed recreational cannabis laws. A dark side to the celebration of the legalized industry are the deaths attributed to the unregulated vaping industry and mixing with THC. The CDC is recommending against using e-cigarette or vaping products that contain THC. School districts are utilizing HALO to help deter and educate students on the risks of vaping and vaping with THC.

“With the legalization of marijuana, school districts across the country are dealing with the disruption and health scare of vaping with THC.” states Frank Jacovino, Vice President of Product Development IPVideo Corporation. “In direct response to schools’ pleas for assistance my team added THC detection capability to the vape detection sensors in HALO. We are trying to do our part to assist our districts in fighting this epidemic.”

HALO IOT Smart Sensor has the unique ability to provide IoT sensing as event-based triggers to provide security in privacy concern areas where traditional security cameras and solutions are not practical. As an environmental monitoring tool, HALO uses multiple sensors together in a single intelligent platform to learn, analyze and create event alerts. HALO is the only product to detect vape and vape with THC. In addition, it can detect flammables, hazardous chemicals, air quality and changes in temperature and humidity. HALO can also detect noise level fluctuations and analyze room occupancy through light detection.

When HALO was designed, it was intended for limited applications doing vape detection and audio analytics to combat the vaping and active shooter epidemics in k12 schools. It has since grown to address multiple areas of concern across almost every vertical market including hospitality, healthcare, property management, commercial, government agencies and campus facilities.

For further information regarding HALO IOT Smart Sensor and IPVideo Corporation, visit http://www.ipvideocorp.com/halo/ or call 631-969-2601.

About IPVideo Corporation

IPVideo Corporation harnesses the power of the Internet of Things (IoT) and incorporates artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning to deliver a range of open platform physical security, sensor and audio/visual solutions that provide maximum flexibility, performance, ease-of-use and value. We design and manufacture solutions for a smarter and safer world! IPVideo Corporation is a subsidiary of Advanced Convergence Group.

Our newest product offering HALO IOT Smart Sensor is disrupting the world of physical security. As the security industry product of the year, HALO is a security device for privacy areas and an environmental monitoring tool. It’s vaping and THC detection capabilities are gaining global attention and being used by school districts across the country to combat the youth vaping epidemic. IPVideo Corporation is headquartered in Bay Shore, NY. For more information, visit http://www.ipvideocorp.com.

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94% of NCQA Best-Rated Health Insurance Plans Partner with SPH Analytics

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SPH Analytics is an NCQA-Certified Survey Vendor for the CAHPS Survey and has administered the survey to health plans throughout the nation since the program’s inception in 1998.

SPH Analytics is an NCQA-Certified Survey Vendor for the CAHPS Survey and has administered the survey to health plans throughout the nation since the program’s inception in 1998.

These exemplary rankings are clear indicators of our clients’ dedication to the voice of the member, and we look forward to continuing to help support their success into 2020 and beyond.


ALPHARETTA, Ga. (PRWEB)

SPH Analytics, the top ranked member satisfaction measurement firm in the health plan market, announced today that 94% of the health insurance plans receiving the highest 4.5- to 5-point ratings in the 2019-2020 ratings for private, Medicare, and Medicaid health insurance plans, use SPH solutions according to reports recently released by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA).

Healthcare organizations, including 100% of the top 25 largest health plans in the nation, partner with SPH Analytics for complete healthcare survey management, patient/member outreach services, and powerful quality and cost analytics that empower them to take targeted actions to measurably improve patient experience, population health, and deliver better care.

NCQA’s Health Insurance Plan Ratings 2019-2020 list rated more than 1,000 private, Medicare, and Medicaid health insurance plans based on clinical quality, member satisfaction, and NCQA Accreditation Survey results. NCQA ratings classify plans into scores from 1.5 to 5.0, in 0.5 increments, with 5 being the highest performance rating.

The CAHPS® Survey is considered the most comprehensive tool available for assessing member experiences with their health plan. SPH Analytics is an NCQA-Certified Survey Vendor for the CAHPS Survey and has administered the survey to health plans throughout the nation since the program’s inception in 1998. Member satisfaction performance as measured in the CAHPS Survey represents 19% of a health plan’s rating.

“We recognize that it is difficult to provide exceptional member engagement and to drive strong loyalty. We applaud these highest performing plans who have prioritized understanding member experience, diving into root cause where there is opportunity to improve and driving impactful change. We are proud to partner with each of these top performing organizations and are grateful to serve as their partner in their journey to provide the highest member experience,” said Amy Amick, President and CEO of SPH Analytics. “These exemplary rankings are clear indicators of our clients’ dedication to the voice of the member, and we look forward to continuing to help support their success into 2020 and beyond.”

NCQA is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to improving healthcare quality. NCQA accredits and certifies a wide range of healthcare organizations. It also recognizes clinicians and practices in key areas of performance. NCQA’s Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set (HEDIS®) is the most widely used performance measurement tool in healthcare.

CAHPS® is a registered trademark of the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)

HEDIS® is a registered trademark of the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA).

About SPH Analytics

SPH Analytics (SPH), a leader in healthcare analytics and population health management, empowers clients to analyze and interpret their clinical, financial, and consumer experience data to maximize their performance. SPH’s Population Care™, Population Value™, and Population Engage™ solutions are built on the innovative Nexus™ Platform, providing insights and impact to integrated health networks, ACOs, hospitals, ambulatory care providers, physician groups, and health plans. SPH’s quality measure dashboards, financial risk measurement, healthcare survey and patient outreach solutions, and consulting services empower clients to meet the Triple Aim by improving population health, reducing overall cost of care, and improving the patient experience.

SPH Analytics is a recognized leader in the industry, earning accolades as a top-ranked population health vendor by KLAS, top-ranked satisfaction measurement firm in the health plan market by Modern Healthcare, and ranked number one in MACRA and MIPS Support Technology for Value-Based Care by Black Book Research. SPH Analytics has been providing insights to clients for more than 35 years and serves clients in all 50 states, including 100% of the top 25 largest health plans. Corporate headquarters are in metro Atlanta. SPH Analytics is a portfolio company of the $3 billion STG Partners. For more information, call 1-866-460-5681 or visit SPHAnalytics.com.

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Understanding and Preventing Transplant Rejection with Stanley C. Jordan, MD

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Lori is excited about these new advances. “Kidney transplantation is the treatment of choice for many people with end-stage kidney disease. It’s great to know there is innovative treatment and monitoring methods to help us keep our gift of life for a long time.”


GLENDALE, Calif. (PRWEB)

Stanley C. Jordan, MD, joins Lori Hartwell, Founder of the Renal Support Network (RSN) in an episode of RSN’s KidneyTalk™ podcast, to discuss advances in transplantation that will help recipients give their new kidney a long and healthy life.

Dr. Jordan is the Director of Nephrology and Transplant Immunology at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and a pioneering kidney transplant researcher. Lori has known him since her childhood, and calls him a “genius.” From the beginning of his career, he was fascinated by immunology research and wanted to understand how it could be applied to problems with transplant rejection. In this episode of KidneyTalk, Dr. Jordan delves deeply into the role of antibodies—how they affect who is able to receive a transplant and how long that kidney can remain healthy.

There have been many advances in medications since Dr. Jordan began his research. However, medications still have side effects that can cause patients to skip doses. Dr. Jordan states, “Chronic rejection… is the number one challenge we have. It’s what causes most kidneys to fail over time.” However, there are things transplant recipients can do to prevent this from happening. There are new treatments and medications on the horizon that may help minimize the difficulty of a daily medication regimen. Dr. Jordan also talks about current therapies which decrease antibodies and allow someone with high antibodies to still be eligible for a transplant.

Lori is excited about these new advances. “Kidney transplantation is the treatment of choice for many people with end-stage kidney disease. It’s great to know there is innovative treatment and monitoring methods to help us keep our gift of life for a long time.”

Tune in to KidneyTalk™ to find out more or search your favorite podcast App!

The Renal Support Network (RSN) is a nonprofit patient-run organization that provides nonmedical services to those affected by chronic kidney disease. RSN strives to help patients (dialysis, kidney transplant, and newly diagnosed patients) develop their personal coping skills, special talents, and employability by educating and empowering them to take control of the course and management of their disease. RSN was founded by Lori Hartwell who is a kidney disease survivor since 1968. Visit

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WesternU to open Doctor of Physical Therapy program in Oregon

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LEBANON, Ore. (PRWEB)

Western University of Health Sciences will welcome its first class of Doctor of Physical Therapy students to its WesternU Oregon campus in Lebanon, Oregon in 2022.

WesternU’s College of Health Sciences (CHS) is assembling the Department of Physical Therapy Education (DPTE) team that will make this a reality, led by CHS Interim Dean Dee Schilling, PT, PhD, FNAP, and DPTE Oregon Chair and Associate Professor Chad Lairamore, PT, PhD, FNAP.

“It is a pleasure to welcome Dr. Chad Lairamore as Chair of our new Oregon Physical Therapy program,” said WesternU President Daniel R. Wilson, MD, PhD. “Not only does Dr. Lairamore have precisely the right professional background to lead this important new endeavor, he also has a natural affinity to the WesternU ethos of humanistic science.”

Faculty must be in place 18 months before the program starts, per accreditation requirements. CHS plans to have 12 faculty in Lebanon in addition to Lairamore, along with 60 students in the first class. The faculty will create a curriculum separate from the DPT program in Pomona, California.

“Per accreditation, we must have independent programs with independent chairs, and we must answer the question, ‘What is your niche? Why should we have another PT program?’” Schilling said. “The niche is really rural health and looking at what that means and how do we best serve this population.”

“We are looking at rural health and potentially telemedicine to better serve that population, especially when they are hard to reach,” Lairamore said. “The other thing we are looking into is creating a blended learning curriculum that incorporates online and web-based education with in-class active learning. My vision is to have less lecture and more hands-on doing during in-class activities.”

CHS is also planning to introduce an occupational therapy (OT) program in 2023.

“OT and PT traditionally are very much together on teams, especially in the rehabilitation world,” Lairamore said. “I see a lot of potential for collaboration there.”

Two members of CHS’s Pomona team will move to WesternU Oregon. Assistant Professor Lindsey Liggan, PT, DPT ’13, WCS, PRPC, is a Women’s Health Certified Specialist (WCS).

“I thought it was an amazing opportunity to build and grow something new,” Liggan said. “And women’s health and public health is an area of need in that area. It will be a different change of pace and an opportunity to do different things than what I’m doing here. Plus, Oregon is beautiful. Who doesn’t want to live there?”

DPTE Manager Carrie Rogers, MS, will become director of operations and assistant dean of student affairs for the program in Lebanon.

“I’m very passionate about students, and that’s why serving as assistant dean of student affairs is important to me,” Rogers said. “I think the importance of students always should be our top priority, so I’m an advocate for them whenever I can be and whenever I need to be.”

Rogers has wanted to move to Oregon as soon as she heard the opportunity was available.

“It’s going to be fun. We get to develop the curriculum. We get to help students grow and develop something from scratch,” Rogers said. “We have a culture in this college and Lindsey and I going to the Oregon campus brings that culture with us. This is who we are and this is who we want to be.”

“And then you have Dr. Lairamore coming in with a new perspective,” Schilling said. “It really is this beautiful blending of minds and worlds and creativity. It’s very fun to have people who are visionary and who are passionate. I have no concerns about where this is going to go and how it’s going to end because I am just so confident in this team.

I’m excited about their future, the opportunity for future students and the future of WesternU and this program as it is definitely going to be groundbreaking.”

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Pain Relief Options for Rheumatoid Arthritis-Associated Chronic Back Pain

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Dr. Kaliq Chang

Because the neck, or cervical spine, includes several synovial joints, RA-associated chronic pain more often results in this part of the spine.


WEST ORANGE, N.J. (PRWEB)

Chronic back pain may not spring to mind as one of the more common problems linked to the autoimmune disease rheumatoid arthritis, or RA. But this is indeed the case, and relief for RA-associated back pain is both necessary and available, according to Interventional Pain Management Specialist Kaliq Chang, MD, of Atlantic Spine Center.

Affecting more than 1.3 million Americans and as much as 1% of the population worldwide, RA is among the most prevalent autoimmune disorders, according to the Rheumatoid Arthritis Support Network. RA patients experience symptoms when the body’s antibodies mistakenly attack normal synovial joint fluid, triggering chronic inflammation.

Because the neck, or cervical spine, includes several synovial joints, RA-associated chronic pain more often results in this part of the spine. And while RA can cause swelling and pain in joints throughout the body, the resulting inflammation can destroy facet joints – which support movement and flexibility – down the length of the spine. This can lead to severe pain in the neck and back.

Symptoms of RA-associated back pain

The longer a patient has coped with RA, the more likely they’ll experience symptoms in their spine. Estimates vary, but some suggest that more than 80% of those with RA have dealt with spinal problems.

What symptoms might they experience? According to Dr. Chang, these include:


  • Joint swelling

  • Headaches

  • Pain, particularly at the base of the skull

  • Less flexibility in the joints of the spine

  • Stiffness in the neck and/or back

  • Sensation of warmth around affected joints

“In advanced cases of RA, this destruction can even lead to the spinal cord and nerve roots becoming compressed, resulting in moderate or severe back pain,” explains Dr. Chang.

Sciatica can also result if spinal vertebrae slip out of place, placing pressure on the nerve roots in the spine. If that happens, patients may have pain that radiates to the arms and/or legs, experience difficulty walking, lose coordination, or lose bowel or bladder function, Dr. Chang says.

“These extreme symptoms and their consequences underscore the need for anyone with RA to seek treatment for neck or back pain to prevent further damage,” he says.

Pain relief tactics

On top of being necessary to avoid further complications, treating RA-associated chronic back pain is a good idea simply because it’s difficult to live with lasting discomfort, Dr. Chang says. Fortunately, however, a variety of home measures and in-office treatments are available. These include:

  • Hot and cold packs: Pain and stiffness take a hike – at least temporarily – when hot and cold packs are applied. Either is easy to do at home, with heat packs helping improve blood flow and lessen muscle spasms, Dr. Chang says. Cold packs, which can be applied for 20 minutes at a time 3 to 4 times per day, can help reduce inflammation from RA and are best for flare-ups.

  • Medications: Pain severity dictates the best type of pain medications for RA-associated chronic back pain. Painkillers such as aspirin or NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) such as ibuprofen or naproxen can do the trick for many patients, while prescription-strength pain relievers can be offered at your doctor’s discretion.

  • DMARDs: So-called disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs, or DMARDs, are prescribed to ease pain and can slow the progression of RA, averting pain flare-ups. These drugs work by blocking chemicals released by the body when antibodies attack joints. While they come with various side effects, your doctor can help you manage these since the drugs may lessen damage to bones and cartilage.

  • Spinal injections: Injecting an anesthetic or corticosteroid into the region surrounding RA-associated back pain can lead to significant relief for many patients, Dr. Chang says. And the pain relief can last for weeks or months.

  • Back surgery: Surgery is almost always the last resort to treat chronic back pain, when more conservative measures don’t work. But various surgical procedures can help RA-associated back pain, including spinal fusion, which removes a diseased joint and bonds the surrounding vertebrae. Also possible is surgery to stabilize and realign the spine, reducing pressure on surrounding nerves, Dr. Chang says.

Atlantic Spine Center is a nationally recognized leader for endoscopic spine surgery with several locations in NJ and NYC. http://www.atlanticspinecenter.com, http://www.atlanticspinecenter.nyc

Kaliq Chang, MD, is an interventional pain management specialist, double board-certified in interventional pain management and anesthesiology, at Atlantic Spine Center.

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Capital Area Credit Unions Pledges $3 Million to Improve Children’s Health

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“We are grateful for the steadfast partnership of Capital Area Credit Unions,” said DeAnn Marshall, president of the Children’s National Hospital Foundation. “Their generous commitment helps to ensure stronger futures for children living in the Washington region and beyond.”


WASHINGTON (PRWEB)

Children’s National Hospital today dedicated its Emergency Department waiting area as the Capital Area Credit Unions for Kids Waiting Area. The naming recognizes the credit unions’ more than 20 years of philanthropic support for the hospital and its commitment to raise another $3 million. This support helps ensure that children in the region can receive world-class care regardless of illness, injury or ability to pay.

“We are grateful for the steadfast partnership of Capital Area Credit Unions,” said DeAnn Marshall, president of the Children’s National Hospital Foundation. “Their generous commitment helps to ensure stronger futures for children living in the Washington region and beyond.”

Local area credit union employees and members have raised more than $5 million to date for Children’s National through the Credit Union Cherry Blossom 10 Mile Run & 5K Run-Walk, golf tournaments and other events.

“As credit unions, we are known for our collaborative spirit and our commitment to the communities we serve,” said John Bratsakis, president and CEO, MD|DC Credit Union Association. “Working with Children’s National Hospital, the contributions made by credit unions and our business partners help connect young patients and their families with the best medical care and support when they need it.”

Next year, Children’s National will celebrate 150 years of caring for children. The hospital opened in downtown Washington, D.C., with 12 beds to care for Civil War orphans. Today, it is one of the country’s top-six pediatric hospitals and treats patients from around the world. Last year, its Emergency Department had nearly 120,000 visits.

D.C., Maryland and Virginia credit unions support Children’s National under the national brand, Credit Unions for Kids, a Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals partner. Since the partnership began in 1996, credit unions nationwide have raised more than $185 million for pediatric health.

About Children’s National Hospital

Children’s National Hospital, based in Washington, D.C., has served the nation’s children since 1870. Children’s National is the nation’s No. 6 pediatric hospital and, for the third straight year, is ranked No. 1 in newborn care, as well as ranked in all specialties evaluated by U.S. News & World Report. It has been designated two times as a Magnet® hospital, a designation given to hospitals that demonstrate the highest standards of nursing and patient care delivery. Children’s National offers expert care through a convenient, community-based primary care network and specialty outpatient centers in the D.C. Metropolitan area, including the Maryland suburbs and Northern Virginia. Home to the Children’s Research Institute and the Sheikh Zayed Institute for Pediatric Surgical Innovation, Children’s National is the seventh-highest NIH-funded children’s hospital in the nation. Children’s National is recognized for its expertise and innovation in pediatric care and as a strong voice for children through advocacy at the local, regional and national levels.

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About Credit Unions for Kids

Credit Unions for Kids is a nonprofit collaboration of credit unions, chapters, leagues/associations and business partners from across the country, engaged in fundraising activities to benefit 170 Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Credit unions are the 5th largest sponsor of CMN Hospitals. Since 1996, Credit Unions for Kids has raised over $185 million for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. One hundred percent of every dollar donated by members of the credit union movement goes back to the CMN Hospital which serves your community, your members. For more information, visit http://www.cu4kids.org.

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Dwight Affordable Assisted Lifestyle Community Celebrates a Decade of Serving Area Seniors and Their Families

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“With the opportunity for seniors to live with dignity in their own apartments and receive the assistance they need, we are proud to say we continue to set the standard for assisted living in the Dwight area.”


DWIGHT, Ill. (PRWEB)

Heritage Woods of Dwight is celebrating 10 years of service to area seniors and their families with an anniversary party from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Nov. 7.

“Since the beginning, Heritage Woods of Dwight has established itself as the premier affordable assisted lifestyle community,” said Rod Burkett, CEO of Gardant Management Solutions, the company that manages the community. “With the opportunity for seniors to live with dignity in their own apartments and receive the assistance they need, we are proud to say we continue to set the standard for assisted living in the Dwight area.”

Over the past decade, Heritage Woods has spent more than 5 million minutes touching lives and providing love, compassion and care for residents.

Heritage Woods also has a significant impact on the local economy and employs 40 people.

Special guests for the anniversary celebration will include Dwight Mayor Jared Anderson and representatives from the Dwight Economic Alliance and the offices of Sen. Jason Barickman and Rep. Thomas Bennett.

Beth McCleary will entertain guests as she plays the piano during the celebration.

Heritage Woods combines residential apartment home living with the availability of personal assistance, help with medications and a variety of convenience and support services.

“We provide a wonderful alternative to a nursing home or to struggling alone at home,” explained Heritage Woods Administrator Brandy Scheer.

Residents live in private apartments that they furnish and decorate to their tastes. Each of the studio and one-bedroom floor plans includes a kitchenette, spacious bathroom with shower and grab bars, individually controlled heating and air conditioning, and emergency alert system.

Certified nursing assistants, working under the direction of a licensed nurse, are on-duty 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Meals, housekeeping and laundry are among the included services.

“Residents also benefit from all of the opportunities that are available to socialize with friends and neighbors and participate in activities and special programs,” said Scheer.

Heritage Woods of Dwight is fully certified to operate through the Illinois Supportive Living Program. Gardant Management Solutions is the largest provider of affordable assisted living in Illinois and the 10th largest provider in the nation.

Gardant also manages the Heritage Woods communities in Manteno and Watseka.

For more information about Heritage Woods of Dwight, call 815-584-9280.

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Tyler Cymet and A. Jeffrey Ellington have been elected to the Board of Directors of the American College of Healthcare Trustees

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Solutions to the Opioid Crisis

“The American College of Healthcare Trustees is very proud to haveDr. Tyler Cymet and Mr. Jeffery Ellington serving on our Board ofDirectors,” said David Levien, MD, MBA, FACS, President and CEO of ACHT “They’ve contributed greatly to our upcoming conference on opioids crisis, just 10 days away!”


WASHINGTON (PRWEB)

The American College of Healthcare Trustees (ACHT) is pleased to announce the election of the two new members to its Board of Directors.

Tyler Cymet, DO, FACP, FACOFP, FACHT is a visionary leader and medical educator. As Chief of Clinical Education at the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine, Dr. Cymet is responsible for developing training programs for medical educators, sharing information on new methods and programs for training physicians and developing consensus among the colleges on curriculum. He is a physician in the Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Maryland and Past President of the Maryland State Medical Society. Dr. Cymet trained at the Yale University School of Medicine in Internal Medicine, taught at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, and has written for the New York Times News Syndicate, Untold Stories of the ER, and has authored a number of textbooks including the Ad Diction Ary of Drug User Terms.

A. Jeffrey Ellington Is Managing Director of ConcentricDNA which provides research on best healthcare industry practices. It is comprised of a collegial, interdependent, collaborative, aligned functional team of proven leaders passionate about improving the healthcare experience and associated outcomes. Its “Heroic Leadership Compensation Model” enables benefits advisors, CEOs, and stakeholder leadership to be highly rewarded for serving community healthcare needs. Jeff is also Project Development Manager on Sustainable Innovation in Healthcare at Best Industry Research, located in Research Triangle Park, NC. Jeff is also Founder of Creative Capital Companies, also located in North Carolina. They are engaged in monetization of uninsured and insured operating risks for privately-held, public, and non-profit companies and integration of enterprise risk management, insurance, and re-insurance analytics to drive increasing profitability.

“The American College of Healthcare Trustees is very proud to have

Dr. Tyler Cymet and Mr. Jeffery Ellington serving on our Board of

Directors,” said David Levien, MD, MBA, FACS, President and CEO of the

American College of Healthcare Trustees. “ACHT is a trusted source of support to members of Boards of Directors, healthcare executives, physician and nurse leaders, entrepreneurs and others.”

Dr. Levien continued: “This is an especially opportune time to add to our distinguished team of Board Directors, just 10 days away from our important conference, ‘Integrative Approaches to Pain Assessment and Management: Solutions to the Opioid Crisis’, to be held at The American College of Surgeons’ Conference Center in Washington, DC.”

For details, conference registration and sponsorship opportunities, visit: http://bit.ly/ACHTconf.

About ACHT

The American College of Healthcare Trustees (ACHT) is a national professional association dedicated to promoting high performing, competent, qualified, ethical governance and leadership in healthcare that is person-centered and accountable by providing continuing education, resources, and networking.

Become a Fellow now: https://www.facht.org/aws/FACHT/pt/sp/membership_howto

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