“We are very excited about our partnership with Dexcom, giving T1Ds access to a better way to manage their diabetes,” said Farhaneh Ahmadi, PhD, eddii’s CEO

NEW YORK (PRWEB)
June 14, 2023

eddii, a new diabetes management interface that gamifies real-time glucose data, announced today an integration with Dexcom. Through Dexcom’s real-time APIs, Dexcom CGM users can monitor their glucose levels using eddii’s rewarding interface that utilizes gamification, education, and witty conversation to help the user manage their diabetes. eddii is focusing on children living with diabetes, with plans to expand into adjacent markets.

“We are very excited about our partnership with Dexcom, giving T1Ds access to a better way to manage their diabetes,” said Farhaneh Ahmadi, PhD, eddii’s CEO. “Those living with diabetes are the ultimate drivers of the day-to-day management of their condition. We believe happier, engaged and more confident users achieve better outcomes, which is what everyone wants.”

eddii is a virtual in-app character designed to engage people living with type-1 diabetes (T1D). The app integrates users’ real-time Dexcom CGM readings, delivering updates on blood glucose levels. Through fun and engaging games, educational character-led activities, and AI-enabled conversation, eddii becomes a smart, virtual health buddy, giving users real-time feedback, support, and in-app rewards in return for healthy behavior. Launching later this summer in the United States, the integration allows Dexcom CGM users real-time streaming on the eddii app. The eddii app will work with both the Dexcom G6 and G7 CGMs. For those interested in learning more you can join the eddii waitlist here.

“At Dexcom, we are committed to allowing our users to connect their glucose data to multiple apps and devices. This new integration with eddii is the latest example of that steadfast commitment by providing an option for children living with diabetes and their families a fun and educational app,” said Matt Vogel, senior director of marketing, strategic partnerships at Dexcom. “Connections through our real-time APIs open up a world of choice and provide Dexcom users with numerous options for more personalized diabetes management.”

Earlier this year, eddii conducted a clinical trial where 92 children with T1D and their families were enrolled in a randomized controlled trial (RCT) using Dexcom CGM. Outcomes from the trial showed a statistically significant 5% improvement in Time In Range (TIR), roughly translating into 1.5 additional hours every day of optimal glucose levels for children living with T1D.

Managing blood sugars every single day is a struggle that never goes away. Poorly managed blood glucose leads to a lack of productivity, affecting mental health, and decreasing energy levels, not to mention the long-term implications. What parents and healthcare teams know is simply throwing data at children without incentives and an engagement plan can be counterproductive. With eddii that changes.

“We are creating a tool that engages children and their families on a different level. Families can play games, request support, and receive daily rewards on the same interface that displays their real-time CGM data,” adds Farhaneh.

eddii is currently targeting the pediatric T1D market with plans to enter the adult T1D and other adjacent markets soon. eddii will launch its beta product in the state of Oklahoma this summer and will expand nationwide in the United Stated later in the year. Recently, eddii closed a $2.5M seed round led by Kapor Capital, with participation from Atento Capital, MedMountain Ventures (MMV), StartUp Health, and angel investors.

About eddii

eddii is a startup focused on making diabetes management fun. Founded by CEO Farhaneh Ahmadi, PhD., who lives with Type-1 diabetes, its vision is to create a fun, supportive, and educational interface that helps people living with diabetes take care of themselves and feel happier doing so. Learn more about eddii here.

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Memorial Healthcare System physicians help patients determine which doctors should be seen for cardiac care

“Most of the patients that we take care of have already been evaluated by either a primary care doctor or a general cardiologist and someone has decided that they need more specific or more specialized care.” – Demetrio Castillo, MD, Memorial Cardiac and Vascular Institute electrophysiologist

HOLLYWOOD, Fla. (PRWEB)
June 14, 2023

So you’re having some concerns about your heart. Maybe something feels off — you’re having palpitations, or it seems like your heart is skipping beats. Or perhaps there is a history of heart disease in your family, so you want a professional to evaluate your personal risk factors.

Given the prevalence of heart disease across the country, it’s a valid concern to make sure your heart is in good working order and if there’s anything you should be doing to protect your heart health.

But where do you begin? It can be a difficult task to navigate the long list of doctors who might be right for you. We can help.

YOUR PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIAN IS A GOOD PLACE TO START

Your primary care physician (PCP) is usually the doctor you see most often. These doctors treat a wide range of health conditions — from managing ongoing care to prescribing your regular medications to treating minor illnesses or injuries. They also handle your physicals and other regular checkups and screenings.

And a PCP is a good doctor to visit first if you have concerns about your heart.

“The idea is we are a team, and the primary care doctor is the quarterback,” says Liliana Gomez-Medley, MD, a family medicine physician at Memorial Primary Care.

Over the course of a typical physical or annual exam, primary care physicians consider matters of the heart. They’ll check blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and ask about other heart disease risk factors like smoking, exercise levels, diet and family history. If necessary, they may ask you to see someone else if there are specific concerns.

“When we have patients that have high risk for heart disease,” Dr. Gomez-Medley says, “we are going to refer this patient to see our cardiologists.”

WHEN TO SEE A CARDIOLOGIST

Some patients choose to see a cardiologist on their primary doctor’s referral, but others may go straight to the heart experts and request a visit.

A quick note on the logistics of seeing a heart specialist: The amount of insurance coverage for cardiologist visits varies, and some plans may require you to get a referral from your primary care physician. It’s a good idea to check with your insurer or review your plan details before making an appointment without a referral.

Some of the most common reasons a patient sees a cardiologist include symptoms of chest pain, heart palpitations or feeling like the heart is beating too fast or skipping beats, according to Alian Aguila, MD, cardiologist, Memorial Cardiac and Vascular Institute.

There are many other reasons to see a cardiologist, too, including:

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  Preeclampsia: Women who have had preeclampsia — a condition involving high blood pressure during pregnancy or after giving birth — have a higher risk of heart disease.
• Past smoking: If you have been or are currently a smoker, you are at a greater risk of developing heart disease.
• Diabetes: Adults diagnosed with diabetes have at least double the odds of developing heart disease as those who don’t have it. It can also increase your risk of having a stroke. But diabetes is considered a controllable risk factor, and a cardiologist may be able to help you mitigate the risk.
• Gum disease: The bacteria in gum disease can travel downward into the body and cause heart valve infections and heart vessel inflammation. So if you have gum disease, consider a cardiologist visit on top of maintaining your oral health.
• Cancer: If you have cancer or have survived it, experts recommend having heart checkups because some cancer treatments can strain the heart and cardiovascular system.
• Congenital heart disease as a child: If you had congenital heart disease surgery when you were young, it’s recommended that you have regular checkups with a cardiologist as an adult.
• New exercise routines: If you start a new, intense exercise routine after living inactively or being diagnosed with heart disease, kidney disease or diabetes, it’s a good idea to see a cardiologist before starting the new fitness program to make sure your heart is healthy enough for it.

After seeing a cardiologist, you may be referred to other specialties if you need further diagnostic testing, Aguila says.

WHEN TO SEE A SPECIALIST

While cardiologists can treat many heart issues, there are several other kinds of specialists who have expertise in specific conditions.

“Most of the patients that we take care of have already been evaluated by either a primary care doctor or a general cardiologist and someone has decided that they need sort of more specific or more specialized care,” says Demetrio Castillo, MD, electrophysiologist.

Electrophysiologists are just one of several types of heart specialists your cardiologist may recommend to treat different conditions. Here are the basics on a few types of specialists:

• Electrophysiologists: These doctors work on arrhythmias — heartbeats that are either too fast, too slow or irregular. They carry out heart rhythm tests, provide a range of treatments and implant life-saving devices like pacemakers and defibrillators.
• Interventional cardiologists: If you’re having chronic chest pain or shortness of breath, you may be referred to an interventional cardiologist. They use nonsurgical procedures to help treat a variety of conditions when it’s not feasible for a patient to undergo riskier open-heart surgery.
• Cardiac rehabilitation specialists: These doctors help people who have had heart issues in the past, such as a heart attack, coronary artery disease or heart surgery. They help create custom treatment plans that often include diet and exercise guidance.
• Cardiac imaging specialists: You might get a referral to see one of these doctors if it’s suspected that you have heart disease or if you have a pre-existing heart condition. Cardiac imaging specialists use sophisticated tests, such as echocardiograms, as part of diagnosing and treating a variety of conditions.
• Cardio-oncologists: These doctors are for heart patients with cancer — whether they’re beginning treatment or have survived it. These specialists aim to detect, monitor and treat heart-related side effects that can occur with certain cancer treatments.

To schedule a Memorial Primary Care appointment, call 954-276-5552 or to learn more visit MHS.net/PrimaryCare. Or to schedule an appointment with a cardiologist or specialist at Memorial Cardiac and Vascular Institute, call 855-400-6284 or to learn more visit MHS.net/Heart.

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“I always look forward to speaking at and collaborating with my peers at this premier spinal conference,” says Dr. Albert Wong.

LOS ANGELES (PRWEB)
June 14, 2023

A world-renowned leader in orthopedic and spinal care, Dr. Albert Wong, will be sharing his extensive knowledge on two different panels at this year’s Spine, Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC + The Future of Spine Conference. The event is taking place at the Swissotel in Chicago, Illinois, where topics such as new technologies, business regulations of outpatient surgery centers, optimizing outpatient surgeries and the next spine and orthopedic procedures to transition to the outpatient surgery setting will be shared. Dr. Albert Wong’s first speaking event on the topic of “The Next Spine, Orthopedic Procedures to Go Outpatient” will take place at 8:45 – 9:25 AM on Friday, June 16th. This talk will focus on where the industry is headed and what forward-looking surgeons are doing today to prepare. Later that same afternoon, from 3:55 – 4:35 PM, Dr. Wong will lead a second panel to discuss “Technologies That Will Define the Next Generation of Spine” where he and fellow experts will elaborate on the newest technologies, including robotic navigation, arthroplasty, augmented reality, endoscopic surgeries and artificial intelligence.

Dr. Albert Wong is a renowned board-certified, dual fellowship-trained neurosurgeon specializing in degenerative spinal conditions treatment, complex spinal deformities, tumors and spinal trauma. Dr. Wong completed his fellowship training for minimally invasive spinal surgery (MISS) at Stanford University Medical School and complex spine deformity surgery at Northwestern University. He has extensive experience with cutting-edge technology, including computer-guided robotic navigation, augmented reality-assisted surgeries, microscopic minimally invasive surgeries, endoscopic surgeries with incisions less than ½ inch and motion preservation with artificial disc replacements.

For more details on the conference please visit:

https://events.beckershospitalreview.com/spineorthoasc2023/p/1

“I always look forward to speaking at and collaborating with my peers at this premier spinal conference,” says Dr. Albert Wong.

More about DOCS Health:

DOCS Health is located at 8436 W. 3rd St, Suite 800, in Los Angeles, CA. DOCS Health is the source of innovative medical treatments for spinal, orthopedic and neurological conditions, which can be performed at their state-of-the-art center. The team of orthopedic, sports injury, neurosurgery spine surgeons and physical medicine and rehabilitation specialists have all received their education and training from some of the finest universities and most recognized medical institutions in the country. For more information or to schedule a consultation with one of DOCS Health specialists, please call (424) 800-3627 or visit http://www.docshealth.com.

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Prevent Blindness launches the Eclipse + Your Eyes program to provide education on solar eclipses, and the need for proper eye protection to view them safely.

“Seeing an eclipse is breathtaking and exhilarating, but it can be dangerous if you are not correctly protecting your eyes. Everyone should witness a solar eclipse, but, bottom line, you need to use protective eyewear,” said Dr. Mike Massimino, former NASA astronaut.

CHICAGO (PRWEB)
June 14, 2023

Prevent Blindness, the nation’s leading nonprofit eye health and safety organization, is getting ready for the upcoming solar eclipses visible over the United States by launching the Prevent Blindness Eclipse + Your Eyes program. The goal of the program is to educate the public on solar eclipses and raise awareness about the dangers of looking directly at the sun during an eclipse.

“During the last viewable eclipse in 2017, 215 million adults watched the event, but only 72% of people used eclipse glasses due to short supply,” said Jeff Todd, president and CEO at Prevent Blindness. “We are out to change that for these eclipses by advocating that 100% of viewers wear eye protection to view these awe-inspiring natural phenomena.”

Failure to protect the eyes while looking at the sun during a solar eclipse can result in “eclipse blindness” or solar retinopathy, causing damage or destruction to the cells in the retina. As part of its Eclipse + Your Eyes program, Prevent Blindness is offering solar eclipse glasses for purchase that are manufactured to meet the safety guidelines of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO 12312-2), with proceeds going to support the organization’s sight-saving programs.

In advance of the eclipses on Oct. 14 and April 8, 2024, Prevent Blindness is also providing free fact sheets, available in English and Spanish, a solar eclipse party planning toolkit, a free eNewsletter, and additional online resources. The national nonprofit has created an educational video on safe eclipse viewing that features former NASA astronaut Dr. Mike Massimino, retired NASA physicist Dr. Rafat Ansari and medical retinal specialist Dr. Amy Babiuch from Cleveland Clinic.

“Eclipse events are a reminder to us all of the incredible beauty and science behind our solar system,” Massimino said. “When the moon moves between the sun and the earth, it obstructs the sun’s light from reaching the earth, casting a shadow on its surface and creating a solar eclipse. Seeing an eclipse is breathtaking and exhilarating, but it can be dangerous if you are not correctly protecting your eyes. Everyone should witness a solar eclipse, but, bottom line, you need to use protective eyewear.”

During the Oct. 14 annular solar eclipse, the moon will block the center of the sun creating a “ring of fire”. It will be visible in the U.S. starting in Oregon at 9:13 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time, ending in Texas at 12:03 p.m. Central Daylight Time. Its path will also cross over California, Nevada, Idaho, Utah, Arizona, Colorado and New Mexico. The next total solar eclipse in North America will occur across most of the U.S. on April 8, 2024. Another total solar eclipse won’t be seen again from the contiguous U.S. until 2045.

Prevent Blindness affiliates are providing unique programs and initiatives for local residents.

• Prevent Blindness Texas has a variety of safe eclipse-viewing opportunities, including viewing parties and educational seminars, with adults, families and eyecare professionals. Tickets are now available for the Prevent Blindness Texas Solar Eclipse Viewing Party from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 14, at the Rooftop Cinema Club Uptown, Houston. More information is available at: https://tinyurl.com/53esk5tn
• Prevent Blindness Ohio is seeking Solar Eclipse Safety Campaign sponsorships, which will include free solar eclipse glasses for sponsors to distribute to their employees, local schools or clients from other nonprofit organizations they support to use for viewing the April 8, 2024, solar eclipse.

For more information on the Prevent Blindness Eclipse + Your Eyes program, tips for good eye safety practices and where to purchase safety eyewear, visit https://preventblindness.org/solar-eclipse-and-your-eyes/, or contact eclipse@PreventBlindness.org.

About Prevent Blindness

Founded in 1908, Prevent Blindness is the nation’s leading volunteer eye health and safety organization dedicated to fighting blindness and saving sight. Focused on promoting a continuum of vision care, Prevent Blindness touches the lives of millions of people each year through public and professional education, advocacy, certified vision screening and training, community and patient service programs and research. These services are made possible through the generous support of the American public. Together with a network of affiliates, Prevent Blindness is committed to eliminating preventable blindness in America. For more information, visit us at PreventBlindness.org, and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.

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Celebrated swimming icons Nathan Adrian and Elizabeth Beisel team up with Dermasport to raise awareness and education for proper skin protection for swimmers of all levels.

As a competitive swimmer, I have always been challenged by the irritating effects of chlorine and sun on my face. When I started using Dermasport, the experience was completely different.” – Five-time Gold Medalist Nathan Adrian.

SAN DIEGO (PRWEB)
June 14, 2023

Dermasport, the only high-performance facial skincare line for swimmers, announces the launch of their four-step system designed to protect, support and aid the recovery of chlorine and sun damaged skin. Developed by board-certified dermatologist and avid swimmer Dr. Christopher Schmidt, Dermasport has teamed up with five-time gold medalist Nathan Adrian and two-time medalist Elizabeth Beisel to raise awareness and education for proper skin protection for swimmers of all levels.

Dermasport’s complete system includes four facial skincare essentials for swimmers: a cleanser, an eye cream, a moisturizer and a mineral sunscreen with SPF 50. Prior to launch, Dermasport conducted a rigorous four-year testing phase to place these products in the hands of recreational swimmers all the way to gold medalists. The compelling results attracted Adrian and Beisel to team up with the brand as official spokespersons to increase awareness for preventative skincare for aquatic athletes.

“As a competitive swimmer, I have always been challenged by the irritating effects of chlorine and sun on my face. I would often use a mineral sunscreen before I got in the water, and then use a petroleum jelly product on my face post-swim. As you can imagine, it didn’t feel great as the residue of the sunscreen and jelly lingered on my skin,” said Nathan Adrian. “When I started using Dermasport, the experience was completely different: the sunscreen felt soothing and hydrating, and using the cleanser and moisturizer post-swim made my skin feel as healthy, if not more, than it did before I got in the pool.”

Two-time medalist Elizabeth Beisel added, “In the past year and a half, two significant and transformative events occurred that had a profound impact on my life. I lost my dad to cancer and I reached the milestone of turning 30 years old. These events sparked a strong desire within me to prioritize the well-being of my skin. I have come to recognize the crucial importance of protecting my skin from the sun especially while swimming, and Dermasport has become my trusted brand of choice. Their SPF is lightweight, durable, and lasts an entire workout in the pool. Plus, Dermasport’s comprehensive range of products offer me peace of mind by helping reduce the risk of skin cancer while effectively decreasing the signs of aging. It’s truly a win-win.”

Dermasport’s unique Ageless Recovery Complex (ARC) is an innovative formula combining a proprietary blend of ingredients proven to help skin recover and prevent signs of aging experienced by swimmers and triathletes due to extensive exposure to chlorine, salt, sweat and sun. The blend of calming botanicals and powerful antioxidants combine to soothe and strengthen the skin’s natural defenses. Ingredients like hyaluronic acid, aloe vera, chamomile flower, green tea leaf, and Vitamins A, C and E work to reverse moisture loss and combat the signs of premature aging caused by environmental stressors.

“As a swimmer for the last 55 years, I know firsthand how frequent chlorine and sun exposure makes our skin dry, irritated and prone to premature aging,” said Dr Christopher Schmidt, board-certified dermatologist and Dermasport’s Chief Medical Officer. “I have removed hundreds of skin cancers and precancerous lesions from swimmers who did not take the proper preventative measures to protect their skin, so I developed the Dermasport System to make high-performance skincare practical and accessible for my fellow swimmers. The four steps have everything a swimmer needs to protect and nourish their skin’s health while living a life in the sun and water.”

Dermasport’s simple, effective four-step system includes the following:

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  Sunscreen SPF 50 – 2.0 fl. oz ($24.99) – the most critical step, to protect skin from harmful UV rays both in and out of water, diminish signs of aging and reduce risk of skin cancers. Certified reef safe.
• Gentle Cleanser – 2.0 fl. oz ($24.99) – formulated to gently and effectively rid skin of sunscreen residue and stubborn chlorine associated smell post-swim.
• Facial Moisturizer – 2.0 fl. oz ($34.99) – to provide intense hydration and add moisture back into chlorine-ravaged skin.
• Eye Cream – 0.5 fl. oz ($59.99) – to support delicate eye area and actively reverse the appearance of goggle lines long term.

Dermasport is available for purchase on Amazon, directly through Dermasport.com, and specialized swim and triathlon shops around the country. All Dermasport products are proudly made in the USA. All products are dermatologist-tested, safe for sensitive skin, fragrance-free, vegan, sulfate-free, paraben-free, silicone-free and gluten-free. For a limited time, Dermasport is offering a free kit with subscription. For more information, visit Dermasport.com.

About Dermasport

Dermasport is a high-performance facial skincare brand on a mission to raise awareness and education for proper skin protection for swimmers of all levels. All Dermasport products are designed to protect, support and aid the recovery of chlorine and sun-damaged skin. Headquartered in San Diego, Dermasport is an environmentally conscious company committed to reducing its carbon footprint: all products are proudly made in the USA, the sunscreen is certified reef safe, and environmentally conscious materials are used in its packaging including 100% recyclable aluminum and post-consumer recycled plastic. For more information, visit Dermasport.com and follow us @Dermasport on Instagram and Facebook.

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Five plastic surgery track startups selected to advance in joint effort between the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and MedTech Innovator (MTI).

“Plastic surgery thrives on innovation and attracts creative, entrepreneurial individuals who are constantly striving to improve outcomes and safety for patients,” says ASPS President Gregory Greco, DO, FACS, Red Bank, N.J.

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (PRWEB)
June 14, 2023

Five plastic surgery startups advanced through a rigorous selection process to represent the MTI/ASPS Plastic Surgery Accelerator track in the 2023 MedTech Innovator Accelerator program and competition. Each startup will take part in the comprehensive program, designed to help grow promising new companies focused on medical device, diagnostic and digital health technology.

The plastic surgery track startups selected to advance in this joint effort between the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and MedTech Innovator (MTI) include 4th Dimension EMR (San Diego, Calif.), Cellulora (Philadelphia), Fingy 3D (Morgantown, W.Va.), ImmersiveTouch (Chicago) and Newrotex (Oxford, U.K.). The five finalists join a field of 61 startups from around the world that will compete for a share of $800,000 in funding awards over the course of the four-month program.

“Plastic surgery thrives on innovation and attracts creative, entrepreneurial individuals who are constantly striving to improve outcomes and safety for patients,” says ASPS President Gregory Greco, DO, FACS, Red Bank, N.J. “This program provides enormous value to ASPS members looking to bring their ideas to market – but it also advances the specialty and, most importantly, holds the potential to improve care worldwide.”

More than 70 companies entered the MTI/ASPS Plastic Surgery Accelerator competition this year, and 12 advanced to the live-pitch judging phase, where the top five were selected to represent the plastic surgery track. The size of this year’s ASPS cohort increased from last year’s inaugural group of three finalist startups; this first plastic surgery track cohort was very successful, placing companies in all three finals of the MTI program’s internal competitions.

ASPS participation in the MTI/ASPS Plastic Surgery Accelerator is made possible through the generous support of Motiva, the Society’s 2023 Innovation Sponsor. Each of the five cohort participants from the MTI/ASPS Plastic Surgery Accelerator will be featured at Plastic Surgery The Meeting, Oct. 26-29 in Austin, Texas, and receive mentoring from ASPS surgeons and associated entrepreneurs. They will also participate in MedTech Innovator’s corporate mentorship program, where they will be matched with senior industry leaders to receive ongoing in-depth, customized mentorship and support.

“We are proud of our stellar track record of identifying and perfecting the most innovative medtech startups in the world,” says Paul Grand, CEO and founder of MedTech Innovator. “The 2023 MedTech Innovator Cohort once again includes passionate medtech entrepreneurs from around the globe. We look forward to working with our corporate partners and industry advisors over the course of the program, to help these startups advance their medical device, diagnostic and digital health innovations to improve patient care.”

This year’s event marks the second year of the ASPS/MTI partnership, but since the launch of MedTech Innovator in 2013, more than 500 companies completed the program, resulting in more than 200 FDA approvals and clearances, and $6.8 billion in funding.

The 2023 accelerator program launches June 14-15 at the MedTech Innovator Summit in Mountain View, Calif. Leadership teams from each of the 61 startups will attend networking events and workshops with MedTech Innovator partners, alumni and industry leaders.

The 2023 cohort will then be featured June 16 at the WSGR Medical Device Conference in San Francisco, where they will be showcased to investors and compete for the $25,000 Vision Award. The program culminates in The MedTech Conference powered by AdvaMed, Oct. 9-11, in Anaheim, Calif., where five companies will advance to the Grand Finals.

About the American Society of Plastic Surgeons

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) is the largest organization of board-certified plastic surgeons in the world. Representing more than 7,000 physician members, the society is recognized as a leading authority and information source on cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery. ASPS comprises more than 92 percent of all board-certified plastic surgeons in the United States. Founded in 1931, the society represents physicians certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery or The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.

About MedTech Innovator

Based in Los Angeles, MedTech Innovator is the world’s largest accelerator of medical technology companies and the premier nonprofit startup accelerator in the medical technology industry. Its mission is to improve the lives of patients by accelerating the growth of companies that are transforming the healthcare system. In collaboration with 35 corporate partners, as well as a broader network of more than 1,000 industry executives including investors, business development representatives, and other stakeholders, MedTech Innovator provides startups with individualized mentorship and feedback, funding opportunities, and continual engagement with peers and advisors.

For more information about MedTech Innovator, visit https://medtechinnovator.org/ and follow @MedTechAwards on Twitter and MedTech Innovator on LinkedIn.

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Meghan McGovern, Owner and Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon, RenewalMD

“We welcome Meghan to EWA! She is a seasoned and well accomplished professional in the very technical field of surgery who has a humane, caring and mission focused approach to making her patients healthier and happier,” said Larraine Segil, Chair and CEO of EWA.

LOS ANGELES (PRWEB)
June 14, 2023

The Exceptional Women Alliance (EWA) announces the selection of Winter 2023 awardee, Dr. Meghan McGovern, Owner and Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon at RenewalMD. She is trained and educated in the classical tradition and earned her Doctor of Medicine degree at the University of Virginia School of Medicine. She then spent the next six years engaged in surgical training at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Allentown, Pennsylvania. She completed the combined program in General Surgery and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

“We welcome Meghan to EWA! She is a seasoned and well accomplished professional in the very technical field of surgery who has a humane, caring and mission focused approach to making her patients healthier and happier,” said Larraine Segil, Chair and CEO of EWA. “Her tenure as a surgeon and as a leader who has developed an informative, supportive staff that prides itself in providing a superior experience to their patients, brings a unique perspective to our organization. We look forward to her contributions to our growing network of women!”

“I am honored to have been selected to EWA and am inspired daily by the successful women in our network. I find there are so many synergies between the mission of EWA and the people that I serve who want to feel like they are presenting their best selves to the world. I am grateful for the opportunity to learn, share and succeed with my EWA peers and take that into my daily life of helping my clients achieve their goals,” said Dr. McGovern.

Dr. McGovern is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. She is also a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. She was awarded a patent from the United States Patent and Trademark Office for her unique dermal filler technique.

The Exceptional Women Alliance (EWA) is an invitation only peer mentorship organization where high-potential, high-level Exceptional Women from across multiple industries are hand-selected and invested in, to grow, learn, share, and succeed. In addition to the achievement of significant success, the criteria for acceptance include character traits that are defining of the EWA Culture – Kindness, the Spirit of Generosity, Transparency, Gratitude and Willingness to Share their Networks. The Foundation is a powerhouse of peer-to-peer mentoring that provides guidance, deep connection, and leadership, propelling each woman to sustainable success – one woman at a time. The year-long program enables each member to be connected as alumnae for life in the ever-expanding EWA global network, as their fellow women leaders continue to move into positions of significance. Learn more at https://www.exceptionalwomenalliance.com/

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SignatureCare Emergency Center, College Station, TX

Symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke include nausea, vomiting and excessive sweating but sometimes it is possible to be out in the heat and facing heat exhaustion, and not be aware of it because you are feeling cool.

HOUSTON (PRWEB)
June 14, 2023

Every year from late June to August, temperatures in Texas cities like Houston, Austin, Paris, Killeen, Odessa, Midland, College Station, and Texarkana rise to near triple digits, bringing with it heat-related illnesses such as heat stroke and heat exhaustion.

Even though this is a yearly occurrence, Dr. Christopher Langan, a board-certified Houston, TX emergency room physician and Chief Operating Officer of SignatureCare Emergency Center said it still manages to catch many Texans unprepared.

Texans love their lawns and keeping it looking gorgeous is a thing of pride, but outdoor activities like mowing the lawn and physical exercise often contribute to increase in heat strokes and heat exhaustions.

“Symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke include nausea, vomiting and excessive sweating but sometimes it is possible to be out in the heat and facing heat exhaustion, and not be aware of it because you are feeling cool,” Dr. Langan said.

The ER doctor cautioned Texans to be mindful of these symptoms and listen to their bodies if they are going to be outside as temperatures soar.

“During a heat stroke, your body functions might start to shut down and may fail to adequately compensate for the heat. So instead of sweating as is normal to do when you are out in the heat, you might stop sweating. You could also experience headache and loss of consciousness,” he said.

“If you plan to spend any time outdoors during the summer in Texas, you need to take some precautions,” Dr. Langan added.

He said that during this time of year, emergency rooms see an increase in the number of patients suffering heat exposure.

“Every year we advise the same thing – if you must be outside during rising temperatures, do so early in the morning or later in the evening when the temperature is not so high.

“Mow your lawns in the morning or late evening when the temperature is moderating. Don’t overestimate your body’s ability to compensate for the excessive heat. You do not need to put yourself in harm’s way,” Langan said.

SignatureCare Emergency Center’s emergency rooms in Texas are open 24 hours and board-certified ER physicians are always available onsite.

About SignatureCare Emergency Center

Houston, TX-based SignatureCare Emergency Center owns 24-hour emergency centers throughout Texas, including Atascocita/Humble, Killeen, Austin, College Station/Bryan, Paris, Midland, Odessa, Texarkana, Spring, and Lewisville, TX. We also have nine ER locations in the Houston area, including in Montrose, Houston Heights, Cypress/FM 1960, Copperfield, Memorial City, Westchase, Bellaire, Mission Bend/Sugar Land, and Stafford.

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