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The Professional Protector Plan® for Dentists announces new brand and website launch


New Brand Logo

The Professional Protector Plan® for Dentists (PPP) announced today the launch of its newly designed brand and website at protectorplan.com. The PPP provides dental malpractice insurance, including professional liability, general liability, property coverage, employment practices and a comprehensive risk management program for dentists in all career stages. The new website is more accessible and modernized, making it easy for dentists to find the information they need.

“Our website is designed to be more contemporary and user-friendly, with an improved site navigation for our guests,” said Mike Wensel, V.P. Program Leader of the Professional Protector Plan for Dentists. “We want our dentists to have a positive experience when visiting our site, as illustrated by the enhanced brand design that better represents our company’s values. We are also excited to share our new PPP Pillars of Strength – Prevention, Protection and Peace of Mind.”

Some new pages on the website include a “Who Are You?” page where dentists can easily navigate product offerings by the type of practitioner, as well as a “Who We Are” page that introduces PPP’s program leader, Mike Wensel, and state and national advisory board members. The Risk Management page also provides a robust selection of resources for insureds to become a “Proactive Practice,” with information about continuing education courses, articles, and sample letters and forms.

The PPP’s new website will be regularly updated with news and insights, articles, new product offerings and risk management resources. Visitors are encouraged to explore the website, receive a quote and find an agent at protectorplan.com. They can also visit the PPP’s social media channels for more updates—PPP can be found on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter and YouTube.

About Professional Protector Plan for Dentists®

Through its network of specialized agents, the PPP has been serving dentists nationwide since 1969. This comprehensive insurance program was developed specifically for the dental practice. The plan is offered in all 50 states plus the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. The Professional Protector Plan for Dentists® is a division of Protector Plans, a wholly owned subsidiary of Brown & Brown, Inc. For more information on the insurance products for dentists and risk management services the PPP has to offer, please visit protectorplan.com.

About Brown & Brown, Inc.

Brown & Brown, Inc. (NYSE: BRO) is a leading insurance brokerage firm, delivering risk management solutions to individuals and businesses since 1939. With 15,000+ teammates in 500+ locations worldwide, we are committed to providing innovative strategies to help protect what our customers value most. For more information or to find an office near you, please visit bbinsurance.com.

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WetKeys Washable Keyboards Introduces Case Discounts for Enhanced Savings and Inventory Management


Case Sale 15%

“With the inclusion of case product discounts, all customers now have the opportunity to purchase our keyboards and mice at a reduced rate. This ensures that they receive high-quality, washable computer peripherals while enjoying greater affordability.”

WetKeys Washable Keyboards, a leading provider of innovative waterproof and washable computer peripherals, announces the availability of case products across its extensive range of WetKeys, SaniType, and Admor products. This new offering allows resellers and end-users to enjoy increased profit margins, better control their inventory, and provide enhanced value to their customers through buying in bulk by the case.

Recognizing the importance of cost control and inventory management when budgeting for larger organizations, WetKeys Washable Keyboards has introduced case discounts on all of its products. This strategic decision enables everyone to optimize their purchasing power, streamline their operations, and offer competitive pricing to their customers.

Slater Valentine, WetKeys Sales Manager, emphasized the advantages of purchasing case quantities, stating, “A lot of our larger customers are seeing great savings by opting for case quantities. It saves them significant time and money, allowing them to operate more efficiently.”

The addition of case products in WetKeys’ inventory benefits all customers by providing access to their exceptional products at reduced rates. By controlling costs for resellers, WetKeys empowers them to maximize their profit margins and pass on the cost savings to their customers.

Valentine further explained, “With the inclusion of case product discounts, all customers now have the opportunity to purchase our keyboards and mice at a reduced rate. This ensures that they receive high-quality, washable computer peripherals while enjoying greater affordability.”

WetKeys resellers have expressed their satisfaction with the case products, as they enable better cost management and inventory control. One WetKeys reseller shared their experience, stating, “Buying cases has helped me manage my costs and my inventory. I am able to ensure that I have the products in stock that my customers want and we realize substantial savings.”

With the introduction of case discounts for all products, WetKeys Washable Keyboards reinforces its commitment to providing innovative solutions that cater to the diverse needs of resellers and end customers alike. This offering enables resellers to optimize their operations, increase profitability, and enhance customer satisfaction through competitive pricing and efficient inventory management.

To experience the savings and efficiency of WetKeys’ case products and unlock enhanced savings and inventory management, visit our website today.

About WetKeys

WetKeys® Washable Keyboards was founded with a focus on function for industrial, food processing, and general use with easy-to-sanitize products. Later SaniType® Sanitary Typing created affordable, germ-resistant medical keyboards to help prevent cross-contamination, improving patient and staff safety in healthcare facilities and dental offices.

Today, WetKeys offers over ten unique product brands and is home to the widest selection of sealed, washable computer keyboards and waterproof computer mice. WetKeys® Washable Keyboards is a certified Small Business Enterprise, and a Certified Diversity Supplier. For current updates, follow WetKeys on Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

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Colossal Raises Over $2.6M Benefiting Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals® | Fundraising Platform


Super Mom 2023 Competition Winner, London Reber

“This is an unbelievable amount of money that will do so much to advance our mission to raise funds and awareness for our 170 member children’s hospitals,” says Teri Nestel, president and CEO of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

Colossal Management, LLC, a professional fundraiser and global leader in modern giving, is beyond excited to announce that it has raised over $2.6 million benefiting DTCare and the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals® through the 2023 Super Mom Competition. This remarkable achievement showcases the incredible power of compassion, community, and the unwavering commitment of mothers across the country to support and improve the lives of children in need.

What is the Super Mom Competition?

Colossal put the spotlight on thousands and thousands of deserving mothers who came together to form an incredible community of strong women empowered by the role they play as “moms.” The campaign provided a platform for mothers to rally together, leveraging their collective strength and nurturing spirit to raise funds for DTCare and awareness for CMN Hospitals.

Who Won the 2023 Super Mom Competition?

The last woman standing was London Reber, a mom of three, who won the grand prize of $20,000, a relaxing getaway to Palm Springs, California, and a two-page spread in Woman’s World Magazine to tell her story.

Reber attributes her monumental win to her late sister, whose one-year anniversary of her passing coincided with the Super Mom Competition. Reber described this as “divinely timed,” saying, “This competition gave me the ability to connect with Elizabeth again in a really sweet and authentic way to let her shine.” Reber carries her sister’s loving energy with her through life as she lives her purpose through helping others — as a mom, a stepmom, a relationship coach, and of course, as the Super Mom 2023.

What is the Children’s Miracle Network?

Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals® raises funds and awareness for 170 member hospitals that provide 32 million treatments each year to kids across the U.S. and Canada. Donations support research and training, purchase equipment, and pay for uncompensated care.

“As we celebrate the accomplishments of Colossal and the Super Mom Competition, let us remember that the impact of this campaign extends far beyond the funds raised. It serves as a reminder that acts of kindness, no matter how small, have the power to transform lives and shape a brighter future for generations to come,” says Colossal CEO Mary Hagen.

How Does Colossal and Its Fundraising Platform Work?

The Competition is operated as part of a fundraising campaign for DTCare, a United States 501(c)(3) public charity organization. Donations made through this Competition go directly to DTCare, which will subsequently grant the donations, minus Competition fees and costs (including payment processing fees, operating and prize costs, etc.) and a nominal percentage (1%) retained by DTCare to the Designated Grantee.

“This is an unbelievable amount of money that will do so much to advance our mission to raise funds and awareness for our 170 member children’s hospitals. The Super Mom community has been so much fun to follow, along with the execution of how you and your team bring all the parts together to build something so meaningful that will have a lasting impact on children’s health all over the U.S.” says Teri Nestel, president and CEO of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

For more information about London Reber and the Super Mom Competition, navigate to thesupermom.org. Visit Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals to learn more about your local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital.

About Colossal

Colossal is the global leader in online competitions and one of the most effective fundraising platforms available for charities that lack the bandwidth to operate large-scale campaigns. While offering extraordinary opportunities to men and women around the world, each online fundraising competition operated by Colossal has become a successful method of fundraising for nonprofits, designed to raise money for important causes. To learn more, visit Colossal.org.

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How To Help Children Build Resiliency Skills and Positive Mental Health Habits from AltaPointe Health Chief Medical Officer


AltaPointe Health is an extensive mental health and family medical healthcare system in Alabama.

“We want to encourage them to make wise choices. But the reality is sometimes they may not. And sometimes they may fail. But even failures are learning experiences.”

Heartaches, disappointments, and challenges are all a part of growing up in today’s world. It is inevitable. But the good news is that resilience skills can be learned. AltaPointe Health’s chief medical officer, and child/adolescent psychiatrist, Dr. Sandra Parker, shares a few ways parents can help their children learn to navigate life’s many challenges.

“Resiliency is the ability to overcome a serious hardship. Being able to deal with challenges, overcome them, and know that whatever you face, you can overcome it and move forward,” explained Dr. Parker. “We can help our children build those skills and learn to manage feelings of stress, anxiety, or uncertainty.”

POWER OF POSITIVITY

Dr. Parker explains that it is important to acknowledge that bad things are going to happen, and to allow our children – as well as ourselves – some time to feel bad. But what’s even more important is finding a way to turn your thoughts around.

“We should give children and ourselves some time to feel bad about whatever happened and acknowledge that we had an outcome that made us feel disappointed or sad. But many studies, and even brain scans, show that if we tell ourselves that we are okay, then our brain actually transforms itself into a positive thinking brain. Just like an antidepressant works for depression by changing the neurotransmitters, so does thinking positive thoughts,” said Dr. Parker.

CONNECTION IS KEY

One thing that all children need in their life is a meaningful connection. Dr. Parker shares that at an early age, they need at least one caring parental figure who can give them complete and unconditional love.

“It doesn’t necessarily have to be a parent. It just needs to be a person that makes the child feel secure, someone who teaches them core values that will help keep them grounded and feel good about themselves as they develop hard times in life,” added Dr. Parker.

As they get older, children need to find that connection with friends. Parents can help encourage their children to join groups or teams like clubs at school, girl scouts, boy scouts, athletic teams, or talent-driven activities.

“Help your child develop a core group of friends that they can be connected to and friends that even when times are bad, they will support your child,” explained Dr. Parker. “And sometimes with a shy child, parents may have to really encourage the child to develop those friends, because some kids are shy, and they don’t do that on their own.”

PRAISE THE EFFORT

When it comes to positive praise, Dr. Parker says be sure to keep the focus on the work that goes into accomplishing something or the effort that the child has made.

“Don’t just praise the outcome. Praise the effort. Because if they put in good effort, they should feel good about it regardless of the outcome,” said Dr. Parker.

She adds that there will be times that they don’t make a team, or they don’t make a good grade – and the foundation needs to be set that the effort is still greatly valued.

COMPETENCE BUILDS CONFIDENCE

Children need to feel competent, which is only learned through gaining experiences. What a parent can do is give the child opportunities to have those experiences and make their own choices.

“We want to encourage them to make wise choices. But the reality is sometimes they may not. And sometimes they may fail. But even failures are learning experiences. It’s important to teach children that we all are going to fail sometimes. And we can learn from it and either try again or try something a little different the next time,” explained Dr. Parker.

The more children feel comfortable making their own choices and decisions, the more confident they will become in their efforts and hard work.

CHARACTER AND CONTRIBUTIONS

“Its important that we work with our kids to build character. And we as parents need to model good character,” added Dr. Parker. “Let your child see that you do the right thing, because it’s the right thing to do.”

Whether that may be putting the grocery cart back when you are done, or picking up litter that you’ve accidentally dropped.

“It’s amazing what kids learn from us when we don’t even realize it. But they will retain those things,” said Dr. Parker.

Along those lines, it’s also important to let your child take part and learn what it feels like to contribute in different ways.

“Let them see you volunteer, or help get your neighbors mail, and let them be a part of it. Or let them help you with something, even if it’s just setting the table. Let them see what a contribution they are making, and then they will realize that life is better and the world is better a place because they are in it. And hopefully they will remember that when they do have those hard or dark days,” explained Dr. Parker.

CONTROLLING WHAT YOU CAN CONTROL

Children need to learn that most of the time, their behavior often determines the outcome of something. While there are times that things are outside their control, parents need to show them that even though they are kids, there is still a lot that they can control in every situation.

“Help them focus on what they can control. Help them see that they got the A because they studied, or that they are a great athlete because they practice a lot. Let them master some things and see that they do have control over a lot of outcomes in their lives,” added Dr. Parker.

A CALM RESPONSE

When things do go wrong, or things are out of their control, children need to learn that they can actually choose how they respond. They can choose to respond in an emotional way, or they can choose to respond in a thoughtful way.

“Try to help your child as they mature to have a calm response. And we as adults have to model that, too. So, we need to be calm when something happens that is not good. We need to be calm and thoughtful and try to come up with a solution to solve it,” said Dr. Parker.

“That’s so important when kids get to be teens and young adults in college. They need to learn that nothing is the end of the world, even if it feels like it in the moment.”

ABOUT ALTAPOINTE

AltaPointe Health is an extensive mental health and family medical healthcare system in Alabama. Our clinicians provide more than 1.3 million hospital, outpatient, residential and crisis services annually. AltaPointe’s access to care line answers 76,175 calls for help each year from the community.

AdaptIV Infusion Opens State-Of-The-Art IV Infusion Clinic in Sugar Land, TX, Offering Patient-Focused Specialty Medication Treatments


AdaptIV Infusion, Sugar Land TX

Using extensive qualitative research, we zeroed in on the specific features and amenities that would enhance our clients’ comfort during treatment, then designed a facility that offers an unparalleled patient experience.

AdaptIV Infusion announces the opening of its Sugar Land, TX infusion clinic. Conveniently located near the intersection of Houston’s Grand Parkway (SH 99) and Southwest Freeway (US 59), the clinic provides a wide range of infusion therapy treatments to residents of Sugar Land, Richmond, Rosenberg, Missouri City, Stafford and the surrounding Fort Bend and greater Houston area.

AdaptIV Infusion partners with specialty physicians in neurology, gastroenterology, rheumatology, ophthalmology and immunology to offer FDA-approved infusion and injection therapies for a variety of chronic autoimmune disorders and other medical conditions. IV and injectable biologics, IVIG, antibiotics, vitamins/minerals and other specialty medications are professionally administered from the comfort of AdaptIV Infusion’s state-of-the-art facility, which offers private and semi-private treatment areas, a community infusion room, a patient lounge with a fireplace, complimentary snacks and beverages, and a wide variety of entertainment options – from TVs and tablets to gaming consoles.

AdaptIV Infusion’s founders combine deep expertise across the health care, marketing, patient access and pharmaceutical industries, giving them a unique understanding of what patients want from a modern multi-specialty practice. “We surveyed hundreds of patients to learn precisely what they were looking for in their infusion care,” explained Shareef Defrawi, AdaptIV Infusion CEO. “Using extensive qualitative research, we zeroed in on the specific features and amenities that would enhance our clients’ comfort during treatment, then designed a facility that offers an unparalleled patient experience — from private suites to extra-large windows to zero-gravity massage chairs with warm blankets.”

“It’s a welcome change from the cold, sterile infusion facilities that most patients are used to,” Defrawi continued. “Our research showed that everyone has a different definition of comfort, and we believe AdaptIV Infusion’s facility delivers on all fronts.”

AdaptIV Infusion’s founders didn’t just set out to reimagine the patient experience during treatment sessions; they also sought to both streamline and simplify the process of accessing care in the first place. “We know from personal and professional experience that patients and providers alike face an incredible administrative and financial burden when it comes to affordable, accessible, patient-centered treatment,” said Aylin Poulton, AdaptIV Infusion Managing Partner. “We started AdaptIV Infusion to help take that burden off both patients and their referring physicians.”

AdaptIV Infusion works closely with patients to access all available copay, foundation and financial assistance options, as well as handling benefit investigations and prior authorizations for treatment. “We accept almost every major commercial insurance plan, big and small,” Poulton added, “and our team is committed to finding the most cost-effective solutions for our patients. This translates to significant savings on treatment for patients taking specialty medications when compared to the hospital setting. We’re extremely proud to be removing barriers to best-in-class, affordable health care so our patients can access the treatments they need in a comfortable environment.”

About AdaptIV Infusion

AdaptIV Infusion is an ambulatory infusion clinic providing intravenous and injection therapies of specialty drugs to patients suffering from autoimmune disorders and complex chronic conditions such as gout, Crohn’s disease, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, thyroid eye disease, psoriasis and more.

AdaptIV Infusion is on a mission to reimagine infusion care with a relentless focus on the patient experience; providing best-in-class clinical care and affordable access to therapies in a comfortable setting, close to home and outside of the hospital environment.

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Traliant Expands its Environmental, Health & Safety Training Catalog with 5 New Courses and Safety Microlearnings


5 new courses and microlearnings to promote awareness, reduce risks and prevent accidents

“Our growing EHS catalog reflects Traliant’s commitment to improving occupational safety programs with interactive training that can be tailored to organizations’ unique safety needs.” Andrea Foster-Mack, EHS Product Director at Traliant and Certified Safety and Health Official.

Traliant, an innovator in online compliance training, today announced five new courses to its growing Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) catalog: Emergency Preparedness and Response, Infectious Disease Control, Preventing Workplace Violence, Introduction to OSHA and Drugs & Alcohol in the Workplace.

The company also announced new microlearnings, called Safety Briefs, designed to supplement EHS training courses and prompt ‘safety moment’ discussions at work. Optimized for mobile devices and tablets, and each under five minutes, the new Safety Briefs cover lockout/tagout, proper lifting, chemical hazards, ladder safety and fire extinguisher use.

“Training is one of the building blocks for creating an active safety culture,” said John Arendes, CEO of Traliant. “Our expanding library of courses and microlearnings helps organizations foster a safety mindset and prepare employees to recognize and avoid potential hazards.”

Aligned with the general industry standards of the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Traliant’s EHS training courses promote safety awareness with practical guidance and actions to reduce the risk of accidents, injuries and the high cost of non-compliance.

“Our growing EHS catalog reflects Traliant’s commitment to improving occupational safety programs with interactive training that can be tailored to meet organizations’ unique safety needs,” said Andrea Foster-Mack, EHS Product Director at Traliant and Certified Safety and Health Official.

Traliant’s EHS courses feature bite-sized content, with animated scenario-based videos, real-world scenarios and animated knowledge checks to boost engagement and interaction. Available in both English and Spanish, courses are mobile optimized for anytime access.

To learn more, visit Environmental, Health & Safety Training

Register for a Free Webinar, July 27, 2 pm, ET: Traliant’s upcoming webinar, Workplace Violence Prevention: De-escalating Bad Customer and Patient Behavior, will explore workplace violence prevention and conflict management strategies, presented by Foster-Mack and Maria D’Avanzo, Chief Evangelist Officer, lawyer and former Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer.

The newest additions to Traliant’s EHS Library include:


  • Emergency Preparedness and Response – Employees learn about different workplace emergencies that may occur onsite or remotely, and the various components of an emergency action plan and fire prevention plan.
  • Preventing Workplace Violence – Employees learn how to recognize the warning signs of potential violence and techniques to safely de-escalate threatening situations.
  • Drugs & Alcohol in the Workplace – This course covers the safety issues and risks associated with the misuse of legal and illegal substances and constructive ways to respond to warning signs of a substance misuse problem.
  • Infectious Disease Control – Employees gain a basic understanding of the different types of communicable diseases, how to protect themselves and others, and reduce the risk of spreading infectious diseases.
  • Introduction to OSHA – This course provides an overview of the federal agency that sets and enforces workplace safety and health standards. Topics include hazard analysis and safety mapping tools that help workers identify hazards and potential risks and prevent accidents.

About Traliant

Traliant’s mission is to transform online compliance training from boring to brilliant with 100+ courses covering critical ethics, compliance and safety topics, including code of conduct training, sexual harassment training and diversity training. Traliant helps thousands of organizations foster safe, ethical cultures of respect and inclusion with behavior-based solutions that can be easily customized to their industry, culture, and branding. Backed by PSG, a leading growth equity firm, Traliant is ranked on Inc.’s 2021 and 2022 list of the 5000 fastest-growing private companies in America and named to Inc.’s 2023 list of Best Workplaces. For more information, visit http://www.traliant.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

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Mount Sinai Researchers Uncover How Mammary Glands Control Overall Energy Balance and Fat Metabolism


“This breakthrough opens up new avenues for developing targeted interventions to improve breast health and combat related metabolic disorders,” – Dr. Prashant Rajbhandari

An Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai study sheds light on the intricate interplay between mammary adipose (fat) tissue and breast health, and offers exciting possibilities for understanding breast development, lactation, cancer, and obesity and related metabolic disorders.

The study was published today in Nature. The research team was led by Prashant Rajbhandari, PhD, Assistant Professor of Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes and Bone Disease), and a member of the Diabetes, Obesity, and Metabolism Institute at Icahn Mount Sinai.

The researchers discovered a new family of locally secreted and locally acting molecules in the breast called “mammokines” that contribute not only to normal mammary biology, but to overall fat cell physiology and energy balance control.

Mammary adipose tissue has long been recognized for its essential role in breast biology. It consists of many different cell types, including fat cells (adipocytes), immune cells, sympathetic nerve fibers, and mammary epithelial cells forming a milk-producing ductal system. Mammary adipocytes play important roles in organizing mammary ducts, and the reverse is true as well.

The new studies reveal an unexpected role for nerve-activated ductal cells in mammary adipocyte metabolism and heat generation. These mammary duct-secreted mammokines play an important role in controlling mammary gland fat abundance and could potentially orchestrate critical processes involved in breast development, lactation, and overall whole-body metabolic regulation. The findings thus have important implications for breast cancer, lactation-related disorders, newborn health, and metabolic syndromes linked to mammary adipose dysfunction.

“The discovery of mammokines is a significant milestone in our quest to comprehend the complex interplay between mammary adipose tissue and breast biology,” says Dr. Rajbhandari “This breakthrough opens up new avenues for developing targeted interventions to improve breast health and combat related metabolic disorders.”

The research team is currently focused on working to further identify new mammokines and characterize each of them. Their primary aim is to decipher the precise roles of these mammokines and determine whether they regulate systemic glucose and insulin homeostasis through communication with the brain, liver, and pancreas. Additionally, the team is exploring potential therapeutic applications for diseases related to the breast and metabolism.

“This work holds enormous promise for future advancements in women’s health and metabolic research and the development of personalized treatment strategies based on mammokine profiling,” said Andrew Stewart, MD, Director of the Diabetes, Obesity, and Metabolism Institute at Icahn Mount Sinai.

This discovery is the result of the collaborative efforts of a large team of researchers with diverse areas of expertise in the United States and Europe. Research contributors include Sanil Patel, MS; Njeri Z.R. Sparman, BS; Alexandra Alvarsson, PhD; Luís C. Santos, PhD; Samuel J. Duesman, PhD; Chung Hwan Cho, PhD; Ephraim Hathaway, BS; Abha K. Rajbhandari, PhD; Peng Wang, PhD; Leigh Goedeke, PhD; Sarah A. Stanley, PhD, and Prashant Rajbhandari, PhD, Icahn Mount Sinai, along with Douglas Arneson, PhD; In Sook Ahn, PhD; Graciel Diamante, PhD; Ingrid Cely, BS; Xia Yang, PhD, and Aldons J. Lusis, PhD, University of California, Los Angeles; Alessia Centonze, PhD, and Cédric Blanpain, PhD, Université Libre de Bruxelles; Noble Kumar Talari, PhD, and Karthickeyan Chella Krishnan, PhD, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, plus Atul J. Butte, PhD, University of California, San Francisco.

Dr. Rajbhandari is supported by The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Seed Fund, DK114571, NIDDK-supported Einstein-Sinai Diabetes Research Center (DRC) Pilot & Feasibility Award, and Diabetes Action Research and Education Foundation (DREF) Grant #501. The funders had no role in study design, data collection and interpretation, or the decision to submit the work for publication.

About the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is internationally renowned for its outstanding research, educational, and clinical care programs. It is the sole academic partner for the eight- member hospitals* of the Mount Sinai Health System, one of the largest academic health systems in the United States, providing care to a large and diverse patient population.

Ranked 14th nationwide in National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding and among the 99th percentile in research dollars per investigator according to the Association of American Medical Colleges, Icahn Mount Sinai has a talented, productive, and successful faculty. More than 3,000 full-time scientists, educators, and clinicians work within and across 44 academic departments and 36 multidisciplinary institutes, a structure that facilitates tremendous collaboration and synergy. Our emphasis on translational research and therapeutics is evident in such diverse areas as genomics/big data, virology, neuroscience, cardiology, geriatrics, as well as gastrointestinal and liver diseases.

Icahn Mount Sinai offers highly competitive MD, PhD, and Master’s degree programs, with current enrollment of approximately 1,300 students. It has the largest graduate medical education program in the country, with more than 2,000 clinical residents and fellows training throughout the Health System. In addition, more than 550 postdoctoral research fellows are in training within the Health System.

A culture of innovation and discovery permeates every Icahn Mount Sinai program. Mount Sinai’s technology transfer office, one of the largest in the country, partners with faculty and trainees to pursue optimal commercialization of intellectual property to ensure that Mount Sinai discoveries and innovations translate into healthcare products and services that benefit the public.

Icahn Mount Sinai’s commitment to breakthrough science and clinical care is enhanced by academic affiliations that supplement and complement the School’s programs.

Through the Mount Sinai Innovation Partners (MSIP), the Health System facilitates the real-world application and commercialization of medical breakthroughs made at Mount Sinai. Additionally, MSIP develops research partnerships with industry leaders such as Merck & Co., AstraZeneca, Novo Nordisk, and others.

The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is located in New York City on the border between the Upper East Side and East Harlem, and classroom teaching takes place on a campus facing Central Park. Icahn Mount Sinai’s location offers many opportunities to interact with and care for diverse communities. Learning extends well beyond the borders of our physical campus, to the eight hospitals of the Mount Sinai Health System, our academic affiliates, and globally.

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Mount Sinai Health System member hospitals: The Mount Sinai Hospital; Mount Sinai Beth Israel; Mount Sinai Brooklyn; Mount Sinai Morningside; Mount Sinai Queens; Mount Sinai South Nassau; Mount Sinai West; and New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai.

Hammes Healthcare celebrates completion of Bayfront Health Emergency Room – Crossroads


Bayfront Health Emergency Room – Crossroads

We are proud to have supported Bayfront Health on this project, which brings emergency medical care closer to many residents in West St. Petersburg.

Hammes Healthcare, a leading provider of consulting and project management services, celebrated the completion of the Bayfront Health Emergency Room – Crossroads in St. Petersburg, Florida.

Hammes served as project manager for the new three-story, 45,325-square-foot standalone emergency department, which broke ground in March 2022 and opened to patients last month.

The new facility includes a 14,500-square-foot emergency room on the ground level with 10 exam rooms, two procedure rooms and an ambulance bay. The second and third floors will be used for medical office space. The new facility provides on-site laboratory services and diagnostic imaging with X-ray, CT scanning and ultrasound.

“We are proud to have supported Bayfront Health on this project, which brings emergency medical care closer to many residents in West St. Petersburg,” said Wade Milligan, Hammes Healthcare Regional Vice President.

Hammes is managing nearly $1 billion in healthcare facility planning, design, and construction projects for healthcare providers in the State of Florida, including multiple projects with Orlando Health, the parent company of Bayfront Health.

About Hammes Healthcare

Hammes Healthcare is a national consulting firm that provides real estate and market strategy, facility planning, project management and development services to the healthcare industry. As a reflection of its commitment to the healthcare industry, Hammes has been recognized as one of the nation’s leading healthcare developers by Modern Healthcare’s Construction & Design Survey for 25 consecutive years—including 20 years as No. 1—and by Revista’s Outpatient Healthcare Real Estate Development Report. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Hammes provides services through a network of regional offices strategically located across the United States. https://www.hammes.com/

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HCPro releases a new Leadership in Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI) Boot Camp and Certificate designed by the experts at ACDIS


ACDIS-Approved CDI Leaders

“The new Leadership in CDI Boot Camp builds knowledge and confidence to develop effective leaders in CDI, including teaching skills to manage staff, grow departments, design a departmental mission, and create strategies that align with organizational goals.” – Rebecca Hendren

Designed by the expert instructors at the Association of Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialists (ACDIS), HCPro’s new Leadership in CDI Boot Camp provides essential training for anyone in a leadership position or looking to grow into one. It is available in three formats: virtually with a live instructor, live in person at a meeting site, or online eLearning at your own pace.

This course addresses leadership skills and challenges specific to CDI, including how to:

  • Lead at the organizational level. Start with the essentials and understand the far-reaching impact CDI has across an organization (e.g., quality, healthcare data reporting, denials, compliance), including how CDI influences and drives value in collaboration with other department leaders and C-suite executives to support the organization’s financial, quality, and strategic goals.
  • Put compliance front and center to drive success and prevent risk. Become acutely aware of how to identify compliance risk areas and protect your CDI department from vulnerabilities. Receive ideas and best practices for conducting internal audits and gain an understanding of denials management.
  • Hire, develop, and manage staff successfully. Receive solid advice for how to create job descriptions; find, screen, interview, and hire strong CDI specialists; and help them develop and grow over time, even in a remote environment.
  • Direct the CDI department. Learn how to define the mission of your department, from charting goals, growth, and expansion to managing change, evaluating opportunities and requests, and encouraging purpose-driven leadership. Additionally, delve into CDI metrics and get tips for communicating program and staff effectiveness up and down in the organization.

When asked about this opportunity for new or aspiring CDI leaders, Rebecca Hendren, ACDIS director of programming, said, “Effective leaders are the most valuable asset any company has. The new Leadership in CDI Boot Camp builds knowledge and confidence to develop effective leaders in CDI, including teaching skills to manage staff, grow departments, design a departmental mission, and create strategies that align with organizational goals.”

All formats of the Boot Camp conclude with an additional eLearning module, which includes bite-size training on core business skills and leadership competencies:

  • Brief eLearning courses related to business writing, conflict resolution, setting goals to guide employee performance, and giving/receiving feedback
  • An ACDIS position paper on effective CDI leadership
  • Excerpts from leading ACDIS books on management

Graduates of the Boot Camp earn the Leadership in CDI Certificate, demonstrating that they have cultivated both the CDI knowledge and the business and management skills necessary to be designated as ACDIS-Approved CDI Leaders. They are allowed to use the designation ACDIS-Approved CDI Leader in their resumes, biographical information, or email signatures.

For more information, visit https://acdis.org/leadership-cdi-boot-camp or contact a customer service representative at 615-724-7200.

About ACDIS

The Association of Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialists (ACDIS) is the nation’s only association dedicated to the CDI profession. As the premier healthcare community of CDI professionals, ACDIS shares the latest tips, tools, and strategies to implement successful CDI programs. ACDIS also provides continuing education, certifications, training, networking events, CDI resources, and opportunities for professional growth. Learn more at https://acdis.org/.

About HCPro

For over 34 years, HCPro, a division of Simplify Compliance LLC, has specialized in providing the latest healthcare regulatory information through industry-leading publications, continuing education, online coding platforms, instructor-led training, events, consulting services, and more to deliver consistent training, achieve compliance, and maximize workflow efficiencies, resulting in measurable performance and financial improvements. Visit http://www.hcpro.com/.

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Cecelia Health virtual specialty care approach delivers remarkable 3.7x ROI for health plans


Virtual care is largely recognized in primary care settings and its utility has increased exponentially over the last five years. However, with millions of people in the US living with one or more chronic condition, the need for more accessible specialty care is growing. Leading this paradigm shift, Cecelia Health is expanding access to specialty care, including licensed clinicians and specialty providers, through a comprehensive virtual clinic platform.

“In today’s evolving healthcare landscape, access to quality care is essential to achieving and sustaining better clinical and financial outcomes,” said Mark Clermont, Chief Executive Officer of Cecelia Health. “Our virtual clinic is not only expanding access to but modernizing the delivery of specialty care while proving its value for health plan customers by way of more engaged members with improved health outcomes.”

Working with a Midwest health plan, Cecelia Health demonstrated a 3.7x return on investment for its virtual diabetes care program within six months of launch. The analysis compared members (including Medicare and Medicaid populations) referred to the Cecelia Health program for those enrolled vs. non-enrolled. Medical claims cost pre- and post- program were analyzed as well as cost savings between the two groups. The outcomes revealed that the program had a significant impact on:


  • Lowering per member per month (PMPM) costs
  • Reducing diabetes claims cost
  • Decreasing inpatient costs

Cecelia Health leverages virtual specialty care for several cardiometabolic and chronic conditions, including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, chronic kidney disease, obesity and weight management, as well as respiratory conditions like asthma and COPD. To view details of this ROI analysis, download the report here.

About Cecelia Health

Cecelia Health is a virtual specialty medical practice for proactive health condition management. Since 2009, our clinician-led, tech-enabled practice supports the clinical, social, and behavioral needs of patients while leveraging rich sources of data for insights to focus care and measure outcomes. The clinician-patient relationships we build result in high engagement rates, increased patient satisfaction, and durable health outcomes. Our solution is adaptable and scalable to health organizations such as health plans, health providers, retail healthcare, and life sciences.

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