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Horse therapy center gets new digs

August 29, 2012     No comments

Horse therapy center gets new digs
"All I want is to get my scoliosis gone." Susan McCrickard is a volunteer at R.O.C.K. She says the horses have a special ability to heal. “It's just a very peaceful place to come. Sometimes when my mind is going in 20 different directions it's nice to …
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Chiropractic can offer whole-body approach to sports wellness
He does a spinal exam and scoliosis check. Scoliosis is more prevalent in middle-school age kids when they hit a growth spurt. “With kids, typically… (how often they're treated) depends on their activity and how active they are. If they are playing …
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30 Spine Surgeons at Physician-Owned Hospitals
During his career, Dr. Albert has been president of the Cervical Spine Research Society and is a member of the Scoliosis Research Society, North American Spine Society and American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Albert earned his medical …
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Mount Sinai Children’s Environmental Health Center Publishes a List of the Top Ten Toxic Chemicals Suspected to Cause Autism and Learning Disabilities

August 10, 2012     No comments

New York, NY (PRWEB) April 25, 2012

An editorial published today in the prestigious journal Environmental Health Perspectives calls for increased research to identify possible environmental causes of autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders in America’s children and presents a list of ten target chemicals including which are considered highly likely to contribute to these conditions.

Philip Landrigan, MD, MSc, a world-renowned leader in children?s environmental health and Director of the Children’s Environmental Health Center (CEHC) at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, co-authored the editorial, entitled ?A Research Strategy to Discover the Environmental Causes of Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disabilities,? along with Luca Lambertini, PhD, MPH, MSc, Assistant Professor of Preventive Medicine at Mount Sinai and Linda Birnbaum, Director of the National Institute OF Environmental Health Sciences.

The editorial was published alongside four other papers ? each suggesting a link between toxic chemicals and autism. Both the editorial and the papers originated at a conference hosted by CEHC in December 2010.

The National Academy of Sciences reports that 3 percent of all neurobehavioral disorders in children, such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), are caused by toxic exposures in the environment and that another 25 percent are caused by interactions between environmental factors and genetics. But the precise environmental causes are not yet known. While genetic research has demonstrated that ASD and certain other neurodevelopmental disorders have a strong hereditary component, many believe that environmental causes may also play a role ? and Mount Sinai is leading an effort to understand the role of these toxins in a condition that now affects between 400,000 and 600,000 of the 4 million children born in the United States each year.

?A large number of the chemicals in widest use have not undergone even minimal assessment of potential toxicity and this is of great concern,? says Dr. Landrigan. ?Knowledge of environmental causes of neurodevelopmental disorders is critically important because they are potentially preventable.?

CEHC developed the list of ten chemicals found in consumer products that are suspected to contribute to autism and learning disabilities to guide a research strategy to discover potentially preventable environmental causes. The top ten chemicals are:

1.????Lead

2.????Methylmercury

3.????PCBs

4.????Organophosphate pesticides

5.????Organochlorine pesticides

6.????Endocrine disruptors

7.????Automotive exhaust

8.????Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons

9.????Brominated flame retardants

10.????Perfluorinated compounds

In addition to the editorial, the other four papers also call for increased research to identify the possible environmental causes of autism in America’s children. The first paper, written by a team at the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee, found preliminary evidence linking smoking during pregnancy to Asperger’s disorder and other forms of high-functioning autism. Two papers, written by researchers at the University of California – Davis, show that PCBs disrupt early brain development. The final paper, also by a team at UC – Davis, suggests further exploring the link between pesticide exposure and autism.

To find out more about Mount Sinai Children’s Environmental Health Center, visit http://www.cehcenter.org.

About The Mount Sinai Medical Center

The Mount Sinai Medical Center encompasses both The Mount Sinai Hospital and Mount Sinai School of Medicine. Established in 1968, Mount Sinai School of Medicine is one of the leading medical schools in the United States. The Medical School is noted for innovation in education, biomedical research, clinical care delivery, and local and global community service. It has more than 3,400 faculty in 32 departments and 14 research institutes, and ranks among the top 20 medical schools both in National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding and by U.S. News & World Report.

The Mount Sinai Hospital, founded in 1852, is a 1,171-bed tertiary- and quaternary-care teaching facility and one of the nation?s oldest, largest and most-respected voluntary hospitals. In 2011, U.S. News & World Report ranked The Mount Sinai Hospital 16th on its elite Honor Roll of the nation?s top hospitals based on reputation, safety, and other patient-care factors. Of the top 20 hospitals in the United States, Mount Sinai is one of 12 integrated academic medical centers whose medical school ranks among the top 20 in NIH funding and U.S. News & World Report and whose hospital is on the U.S. News & World Report Honor Roll. Nearly 60,000 people were treated at Mount Sinai as inpatients last year, and approximately 560,000 outpatient visits took place.

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Burning Tree and La Hacienda Treatment Center Present Comedian Mark Lundholm at the 2012 TAAP conference

August 09, 2012     No comments

San Antonio, Texas (PRWEB) July 19, 2012

Burning Tree and La Hacienda Treatment Center announce their sponsorship of the Friday night event featuring Mark Lundholm at the 2012 TAAP Conference in San Antonio, Texas on July 27, 2012.

Mark Lundholm?s autobiographical comedy is a full-throttle, heart-pounding and wildly entertaining ride – looking at all our addictive tendencies; from alcohol, suicide, sex, and drugs to coffee, work, food, the internet and golf making for 85 minutes of harrowing humor leaving nothing off the table! For ?healthy people? and ?the rest of us? – addicted to ANYTHING, Lundholm?s ?been there?, ?drank that? style of humor grabs the laughter and the tears of living versus simple survival.

Burning Tree, a long term addiction treatment center in Texas specializing in chronic relapsing adults made this statement about the upcoming event; ?It is a true honor to host this event with La Hacienda. Both facilities realize the tragedy that is addiction and the joy that is recovery. Having Mark perform this show is reminder people can get well and laugh about it.? Burning Tree operates 2 facilities in Texas outside of Dallas and Austin. And besides their strong 12 programming they offer psychiatric services for co-occurring disorders and wide range of treatment modalities for their clients in long term environment.

La Hacienda Treatment Center has been helping people transform their lives since 1972. Our 40-acre campus offers a peaceful and inspiring sanctuary for patients to move from pain to recovery while acquiring the practical tools necessary for sustaining sobriety. La hacienda patients see and ASAM physician every day while in treatment because the body and mind are making daily changes. Our patients attend Big Book Studies daily and get a strong foundation in the 12 Step recovery program. La Hacienda is a Joint Commission accredited primary facility with numerous in network benefits.

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New State-of-the-Art Institute for Digestive Health and Liver Disease Opens at Mercy Medical Center

August 09, 2012     No comments


Baltimore, MD (Vocus) September 15, 2008

Mercy Medical Center will open the doors of its new, multi-million dollar, one-of-a-kind treatment center for the diagnosis and treatment of digestive diseases on Monday, Sept. 15, 2008. The Institute for Digestive Health and Liver Disease at Mercy comprises the entire 7th floor of Mercy’s Professional Office Building.

The Institute will address inflammatory bowel disease, hepatology, gastroenterology, endoscopy, colon-rectal disorders, and provide Remicade infusion services, Thomas R. Mullen, President and CEO of Mercy Health Services, Mercy Medical Center, has announced.

Joining Mercy are renowned physicians Drs. Paul Thuluvath, Mary Harris, and Sergey Kantsevoy – all formerly of Johns Hopkins. They join the noted Mercy team of gastroenterologists, Drs. David Posner, Michael Cox, Scott Huber and Patrick Hyatt, and colon-rectal surgeon, Dr. Debra Vachon.

In addition, gastroenterologists Drs. Richard Desi and Laura Pichney will also be members of the new team, bringing expertise in community colorectal screening.

“By combining the medical expertise of these physicians with progressive technology -

including state-of-the-art endoscopic equipment, as well as Mercy’s 134-tradition of providing compassionate and quality care – the new Institute for Digestive Health and Liver Disease at Mercy is positioned to be the leading center in the region for digestive health,” Mr. Mullen said.

According to Mercy Chief of Gastroenterology Dr. David Posner, Director of the new Institute, patients will have access to endoscopic procedures such as interventional endoscopy, endoscopic ultrasound and capsule endoscopy for the diagnosis of “a number of digestive and related disorders. The Institute provides expert treatment for bilary tract disease including bile duct cancer; gallstone disease, inflammatory conditions of the colon, Crohn’s Disease, ulcerative colitis, inflammatory bowel and irritable bowel disease, colorectal cancer, esophageal disorders, reflux, swallowing disorders, heartburn, liver disease including hepatitis, and as well as disorders of the pancreas, stomach and duodenum,” Dr. Posner said.

The new Institute will also take part in clinical trials for Hepatitis B, C, and liver cancer, as well as genetic counseling and preventive medical services, in coordination with Mercy’s Prevention and Research center under nationally renowned cancer researcher and epidemiologist Dr. Kathy J. Helzlsouer.

Other features to the Institute will include a women’s center for diarrheal management, treating inflammatory bowel disease in pregnancy, minimally invasive endoscopic surgery, a comprehensive liver center, including liver transplantation services, and a Remicade infusion center.

Remicade (Infliximba) is a drug used to treat autoimmune disorders and has been approved by the USFDA for the treatment of Crohn’s Disease and ulcerative colitis. Remicade is delivered by intravenous infusion or IV, typically at 6-8 week intervals.

“Many of the physicians who comprise the staff of the new Institute have national and international reputations for their work, such as in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease, chronic liver disease, pancreatic cancer, and more. Mercy already has a reputation as one of the nation’s finest hospitals in terms of quality of care. This new Institute is further evidence of our dedication to providing patients with advanced therapies so that they may enjoy a better, healthier, quality of life,” Mr. Mullen said.

Below are brief biographies of the new Institute’s physician staff:

David B. Posner, M.D.

David B. Posner, M.D., Chief of Gastroenterology at Mercy, is a graduate of the University of Maryland School of Medicine. Dr. Posner is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine with a subspecialty in Gastroenterology. He is a fellow of the American College of Physicians, American Gastroenterological Society, and American College of Gastroenterology as well as American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases, and Baltimore City Medical Society. Dr. Posner is past president of the Maryland Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.

For the past 20 years, Dr. Posner has taught students and residents from the University of Maryland. As Attending Physician at Mercy Medical Center, Dr. Posner teaches residents in medicine and surgery and received the Outstanding Physician-Teacher Award in 1982. He has authored numerous abstracts and publications.

Paul J. Thuluvath, M.D.

Paul J. Thuluvath, M.D., received his medical degree from the University of Sheffield School of Medicine, England. He completed an internship and residency in Internal Medicine at St. Johns Medical College Hospital, India, as well as a residency in Internal Medicine at the Dunston Hill Hospital and Castle Hill Hospital, England. He completed his Gastroenterology and Hepatology fellowship at the University of Cambridge, England. Board Certified in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine, Dr. Thuluvath specializes in liver disease, liver transplantation, ERCP, liver cancer, and primary sclerosing cholangitis. He has extensive research experience, has authored numerous articles, book chapters, and editorials, and is an international speaker. A fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology and Royal College of Physicians of London, Dr. Thuluvath is a member of the American Association for Study of Liver Disease, American Gastrenterological Association, American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, International Liver Transplant Society, The Transplantation Society, and European Association for Study of Liver Diseases.

Mary L. Harris, M.D.

Mary L. Harris, M.D., received her medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine, where she also completed her internship and residency in Internal Medicine. She completed her Gastroenterology fellowship at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. Her interests include Crohn’s Disease, ulcerative colitis, pregnancy and IBD, general endoscopy, and diarrhea. Dr. Harris is a member of the American Gastroenterologist Association and American College of Physicians. She also serves on the Board of Directors of the Maryland Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America Physician Advisory Committee. Dr. Harris has participated in many research programs and is the author of many manuscripts, book chapters, and abstracts.

Sergey Kantsevoy, M.D., Ph.D.

Sergey Kantsevoy, M.D., Ph.D., received his medical degree from Gorky Medical Institute, Gorky, Russia, where he also completed a residency in Surgery. His surgical internship was completed at Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center, Bronx, NY. He completed an Internal Medicine internship and residency at Washington Hospital Center, Washington, D.C. Dr. Kantsevoy completed his fellowship in Gastroenterology and Hepatology at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Board Certified in Gastroenterology and Hepatology as well as Internal Medicine, Dr. Kantsevoy specializes in interventional endoscopy and endoscopic ultrasound. He is a member of the American Gastroenterological Association and American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. Dr. Kantsevoy is an international lecturer and course director, author of various abstracts, book chapters, and articles, and has been issued various patents.

Michael E. Cox, M.D.

Michael E. Cox, M.D., Assistant Chief of Gastroenterology, is a graduate of the University of Maryland Medical School with certifications in both Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine. His research interests include endoscopic laser surgery and Hepatitis C. He has been a clinical assistant professor of medicine at the University of Maryland since 1981 and was the first medical director of the Maryland Endoscopy Center. Dr. Cox is a member of the American Gastroenterology Association and American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, as well as Maryland Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, for which he served as president from 1997 through 1999. His fellowships include the American College of Gastroenterology (FACG) and American College of Physicians (FACP). He has authored numerous papers and publications.

Debra A. Vachon, M.D.

Debra A. Vachon, M.D., received her medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine. Board Certified in both general surgery and colon-rectal surgery, Dr. Vachon is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. She has made numerous presentations regarding the Delorme procedure for complete rectal prolapse in severely debilitated patients; management of inflammatory carcinoma of the breast; and surgical complications in children with HIV infections

Scott Huber, M.D.

Scott Huber, M.D., earned his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine through the University of Maryland Medical System and fellowship in Gastroenterology at Brown University and Rhode Island Hospital. Board Certified in Internal Medicine and specialist in Gastroenterology, Dr. Huber has conducted research in the gastroenterology field at Brown University and Johns Hopkins University.

Patrick Hyatt, M.D.

Patrick Hyatt, M.D., earned his medical degree at the Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine and his fellowship in Gastroenterology at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Hyatt is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and is Board-Eligible in Gastroenterology. He has numerous clinical presentations and medical publications to his credit, addressing disorders of the GI tract as well as treatments such as chemoprevention of colon cancer. Dr. Hyatt is a member of the American Gastroenterological Association, American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, and American College of Gastroenterology.

Lisa Pichney, M.D.

Lisa Pichney, M.D., received her medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine. She completed her internship and residency in Internal Medicine and her fellowship in Gastroenterology at the University of Maryland Hospital/Baltimore V.A. Medical Center. Board Certified in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine, Dr. Pichney serves on the Board of Governors of the Maryland Endoscopy Center, is President of the Maryland Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, and is a Physician Member of Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America. She is a member of various medical associations, including Med-Chi of Maryland, Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society, Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, American Gastroenterological Association, American Society for Gastroenterological Endoscopy, American College of Physicians, and Baltimore County Medical Association. A fellow of the American College of Physicians/ASIM and American College of Gastroenterology, Dr. Pichney has been the recipient of numerous awards, is the author of various publications and abstracts, and has presented numerous lectures.

Richard A. Desi, M.D.

Richard A. Desi, M.D., received his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Maryland Department of Internal Medicine. He completed his Gastroenterology fellowship at Georgetown University Hospital. Dr. Desi is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and is Board-Eligible in Gastroenterology. He is a member of the American Gastroenterological Association and American College of Gastroenterology.

The Institute for Digestive Health and Liver Disease at Mercy is located on the 7th floor of Mercy’s Professional Office Building at 301 St. Paul Street. Call 410-332-9829 or call

1-800-M.D.-Mercy for an appointment.

Mercy Medical Center is a 134-year-old, university affiliated medical facility named one of the top 100 hospitals in the nation and among 10 best centers for women’s health care. Mercy is home to the nationally acclaimed Weinberg Center for Women’s Health and Medicine, and in 2010, will open the new $ 400 million Mary Catherine Bunting Center for inpatient care. For more information, visit Mercy online at http://www.mdmercy.com or call 1-800-M.D.-Mercy.

Editor’s note: Caption for accompanying photo, Mercy Medical Center’s Institute for Digestive Health and Liver Disease features a highly skilled and talented staff of physicians (left to right, first row): David B. Posner, M.D., Paul J. Thuluvath, M.D., Mary L. Harris, M.D., Sergey Kantsevoy, M.D., Ph.D. (left to right, back row): Lisa Pichney, M.D., Michael E. Cox, M.D., Debra A. Vachon, M.D., Patrick Hyatt, M.D., Scott Huber, M.D., and Richard A. Desi, M.D.

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Realize your Wellness with March/April Qigong Retreats from the Chi Center

August 06, 2012     No comments


Petaluma, CA (PRWEB) February 29, 2012

Some retreats are for beauty, some for sleep, and one changes every day ahead. The Chi Center Retreat with Master Mingtong Gu isn?t time away from life; it is time to begin a life with more joy, energy and wellness. Take time this springtime to learn the medicine-less practice of Qigong to thrive through the challenges of aging, illness and stress. Offering 5, 10 and 14 days retreats in beautiful Sonoma County, CA, it is the only retreat center in North America that is led by a Qigong Master trained in Wisdom Healing Qigong, and modeled on the largest Wisdom Healing Qigong Center in China that successfully trained over 200,000 people of all ages.

?When I traveled 2000 miles to the Chi Center?s Healing Intensive Retreat, I knew my life would change, but I was surprised by how much. I had just completed cancer treatment, and was ready to learn the Qigong practice that could support my recovery. My life started changing during the retreat, and now after a year of daily practice I am happy to say I am working, enjoying life and my tests are all good,? retreat participant Susan Drouilhet says.

Retreat days are filled with Qigong practice, including movement, visualization and sound healing led by Master Mingtong Gu. ?I met others at the Retreat with Parkinson?s, diabetes, Lyme?s disease, addiction, chronic pain, emotional trauma. Imagine a retreat where our health journey is guided, so we support our physicians and medical treatments,? Susan said.

Master Gu trained directly with the founder and grandmaster of Wisdom Healing Qigong, the mind-body practice that focuses on rejuvenating health, joy and vitality. This form of Qigong is the personal practice that allows the person or patient to more actively support their contemporary medical care and/or traditional Chinese and holistic medicine. “Qigong awakens inner wisdom to bring back health and wellness. We have such healing capacity within, that with the practice of Qigong, especially Wisdom Healing Qigong, each person can open and guide this wisdom. Chi Center Retreats give the time to learn and to live this Qigong practice, so when you go back to your homes, your wisdom and your resolve is deep, the deepest it can be for this age, this day, this time in your life.”

The April retreats will be held at the Angela Center in Santa Rosa, CA in Sonoma County. The residential retreat includes lodging, wholesome meals, plenty of rest and a new community of friends and teachers going forward together. Wisdom Healing Qigong can be done standing, sitting and laying down, so all ages and health conditions are welcome.

?It was a vacation like no other. It was a vacation from old ways of thinking and being, and the clatter and busy-ness of the world,? Susan says.

The Spring retreats present an opportunity to realize personal wellness potential and actively improve mental and physical health with skills cultivated directly in Retreat that can be taken home for continuity ahead. The Spring retreats take place from March 30 to April 12, 2012, with costs ranging from $ 865 to $ 3600, depending on length, occupancy, etc. For more information, please visit http://www.chicenter.com or contact us at 707-347-6489.

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Duncraft Adds New Personnel To Its Busy Call Center

August 04, 2012     No comments


Concord, NH (PRWEB) August 02, 2012

At a time when many companies are cutting back on Call Center Services, Duncraft, a leader in wild bird feeding supplies, is expanding theirs. Duncraft Call Center personnel don?t just take phone orders. Each one is a fully trained Customer Service Representative, able to give expert advice in every aspect of bird feeding.

Duncraft customers expect and receive excellent service, whether simply placing an order, asking how to stop squirrels from raiding their bird feeders, or asking what is the best food and feeders for certain birds. Duncraft Call Center employees all feed the birds and are fully committed to the hobby. With the ability to exchange ideas and discuss issues with one another, each is well versed in advising on almost every aspect of wild bird feeding. If one person isn?t sure of the answer, another will know it. And with an average length of service of over ten years, these employees have heard just about every question a bird lover could ask.

Duncraft realizes the importance of letting their Call Center personnel spend as much time as necessary with each and every customer. No customer is cut short when discussing a problem or deciding what product is best for their needs. And customers frequently write letters to express their appreciation for the excellent service they have received.

Duncraft also realizes the importance of answering incoming calls in a timely manner. Having calls waiting in queue results in frustrated customers or even hang-ups, and that is something Duncraft is determined to control. By adding additional personnel when necessary, rather than trying to make do, Duncraft stays as close as possible to their ideal?to give every customer the complete and prompt attention they expect and deserve.

Duncraft also offers the best guarantee in the business. Customers may return any product purchased from Duncraft for any reason within a period of one year with no questions asked. The customer doesn?t have to request a return authorization, the return instructions are printed right on the back of their order confirmation. The product can be used, doesn?t have to be packed in the original box, nor are there restocking or other hidden fees. Duncraft customers really appreciate that they can try a product and know their money will be refunded if they are not completely satisfied. With excellent products, a guarantee like that and expert people in their Call Center, Duncraft enjoys an extraordinary number of repeat customers and that is a number they strive to maintain and grow.

Founded in 1952 and located in Concord, New Hampshire, Duncraft?s objective is to bring the joy of backyard birding to wild bird lovers all across the country. Mike Dunn, owner and CEO is constantly inventing and searching for innovative ideas in bird feeding?giving bird lovers years of bird feeding enjoyment, success and satisfaction.

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102 Fisherville Road

Concord, NH 03303

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New Shady Grove Breast Center Opens Its Doors to Women Across Montgomery County

August 04, 2012     No comments

Rockville, MD (PRWEB) June 14, 2012

Shady Grove Radiology is pleased to announce the opening of Shady Grove Breast Center, which expands the radiology group’s services to include more comprehensive breast cancer screening and diagnosis.

Shady Grove Breast Center combines the latest advances in breast imaging and diagnostic technology with the expertise of a team of well-respected specialists, providing women across Montgomery County with the best possible care.

*Completely customized breast cancer screening, now at five locations

Regardless of the Shady Grove Radiology location where a woman begins her breast care, she will be led through a screening process customized to her individual health needs. Every patient first receives an assessment of her lifetime risk for developing breast cancer. She then undergoes exams tailored to her unique breast cancer risk, which may include advanced screening tests for early detection.

This coordinated approach gives patients access to digital mammograms (available at five facilities across Montgomery County), as well as specialized services like breast ultrasound, breast MRI and minimally invasive biopsies available at the breast center. Patients can also receive genetic testing and step-by-step guidance for treatment of benign and malignant breast disease. Such patient-focused care — along with five convenient locations — ensures that every woman is treated with respect and compassion in a warm, comfortable setting close to home.

*Prominent, well-respected breast radiologist serves as Medical Director

Sonya Kella, M.D., will lead Shady Grove Breast Center’s team of breast imaging specialists as its Medical Director. Dr. Kella came to Shady Grove Radiology from the Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, D.C. Georgetown is one of the most prestigious teaching and research hospitals in the nation, as well as an acclaimed leader in mammography and diagnostic breast imaging. Dr. Kella will play an integral role in Shady Grove Breast Center’s vision to provide women with a new level of world-class breast care.

?Having a mammogram, whether for routine screening or a clinical abnormality, can provoke much anxiety. As a breast radiologist, I feel a deep sense of duty to provide my patients an answer,” Dr. Kella said. “Most of the time, I can reassure them that their worst fear isn?t true. On the small number of occasions where we must conduct further tests, I devise the most effective plan to manage the abnormality ? whether it be advanced imaging, percutaneous tissue biopsy or, in rare cases, surgical excision. Patients deserve to know a definitive, accurate diagnosis ? and they deserve to know it right away.?

Shortening the time from diagnosis to treatment of breast cancer is one of the breast center’s foremost goals. In support of that objective, a designated nurse navigator guides women with an abnormal mammogram diagnosis through treatment and follow-up support. Patients also benefit from weekly meetings among medical professionals who assess each case.

The new Shady Grove Breast Center is located at 9711 Medical Center Drive, Suite 201, in Rockville, Maryland, on the campus of Shady Grove Adventist Hospital. The breast center complements the other four Shady Grove Radiology locations throughout Montgomery County that offer mammography: Germantown Road in Germantown, Key West Avenue in Rockville, Montgomery Village Avenue in Montgomery Village, and Edmonston Drive in Rockville.

About Breast Services at Shady Grove Radiology

For more than 30 years, Shady Grove Radiology has helped women proactively maintain and improve their health through sophisticated, high-quality imaging services. Its board-certified radiologists, highly trained staff and state-of-the-art imaging technology offer the utmost in care.

Shady Grove Radiology has distinguished itself by its commitment to patients’ peace of mind. All exams are completed the same day as the patient’s initial visit. In most cases, results and diagnosis are delivered before the patient even goes home. Biopsy results are shared just 24 to 48 hours later.

Shady Grove Radiology operates five locations in Montgomery County that provide breast services, including its new, comprehensive breast center in Rockville. For more information, visit http://www.ShadyGroveBreastCenter.com or http://www.ShadyGroveRadiology.com. To schedule an appointment for breast services, call (301) 590-8999 or (301) 590-8999.







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Mesothelioma Victims Center Urges Families With A Older Parent Diagnosed With Mesothelioma To Call Them For The Names Of The Best Mesothelioma Law Firms-Get Compensated

August 01, 2012     No comments


(PRWEB) July 26, 2012

The Mesothelioma Victims Center says, “According to some of the brightest mesothelioma legal minds, US Navy Veterans, oil refinery, chemical plant, steel factory, power plant, defense contractor, or shipyard worker mesothelioma exposure lawsuits could be worth hundreds of thousands, or a million dollars plus. Families dealing with a mesothelioma diagnosis of a elderly parent should call us so that we can provide them with the names, and specific contacts of who we consider to be the best mesothelioma attorneys, or mesothelioma law firms in the US.” No other group offers a service like this. The Mesothelioma Victims Center is becoming increasingly concerned that many families of a diagnosed victim of mesothelioma never call a legitimate mesothelioma attorney, or explore the best possible legal options for the individual diagnosed with this extremely rare form of cancer, because of the age of the victim. The typical victim of mesothelioma the group talks to, or learns about is more often than not in their late 60′s, 70′s, or even 80′s. Families of diagnosed victims of mesothelioma are urged to contact the Mesothelioma Victims Center anytime at 866-714-6466. http://MesotheliomaVictimsCenter.Com

Mesothelioma is an extremely rare form of cancer. According to the US CDC approximately 2500 US citizens are diagnosed with mesothelioma each year. Mesothelioma cancer is a result of exposure to asbestos. One third of all US mesothelioma victims served in the US Navy. Other high risk groups for mesothelioma include shipyard, power plant, Chemical plant, or oil refinery workers, plumbers, county, or city municipal water district workers, miners, electricians, demolition contractors, railroad workers, or auto brake technicians. The Mesothelioma Victims Center says, “Typically the average US mesothelioma victim is in their late 60′s, to early 70′s years old. More often than not mesothelioma is diagnosed three, four, or even five decades after the exposure to asbestos. For a son, a daughter or a wife trying to get the absolute best information after a mesothelioma diagnosis, the Mesothelioma Victims Center has no equal, and you can call us anytime at 866-714-6466.” http://MesotheliomaVictimsCenter.Com







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Nemours Center for Childhood Cancer Research Receives Over $1 Million in Grants for Cancer Research in 2008

July 30, 2012     No comments


Florida (Vocus) January 8, 2009

The research team at the Nemours Center for Childhood Cancer Research (NCCCR), a newly established division of Nemours Biomedical Florida – The research team at the Nemours Center for Childhood Cancer Research (NCCCR), a newly established division of Nemours Biomedical Research headquartered at the Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children in Wilmington, DE, has secured $ 1,020,000 in external funding for awards starting in 2008 and 2009. The NCCCR was established in 2007 to integrate cancer research and clinical studies throughout the Nemours enterprise that has clinics in Florida (Jacksonville, Orlando, and Pensacola) in addition to the hospital in Wilmington DE.

“The more than $ 1 million in grants secured will allow Nemours doctors and scientists to expand our groundbreaking cancer studies,” says Dr. Ayyappan K. Rajasekaran, the Director of NCCCR. “These grants recognize the innovative research taking place at Nemours and we expect to deliver a tremendous payoff in the way pediatric cancers are diagnosed and treated in the future.”

Eric Sandler, MD, was awarded a $ 50,000 infrastructure award from the St. Baldricks Foundation to support expansion of the developmental therapeutics program being started at Nemours Children’s Clinic in Jacksonville, FL. The goal of this grant is to have experimental drug trials available for children with cancer in the State of Florida. Currently, there is no Phase I cancer center for children in Florida. As a result, Florida children eligible for such studies must go out of state. In conjunction with the Moffitt Cancer Center, All Children’s Hospital and the Florida Sunshine Project, Nemours is opening several studies of experimental cancer treatments that will be available to children in Florida.

Sigrid A. Rajasekaran, PhD, was awarded a four-year $ 720,000 grant from the American Cancer Society to study the mechanism of increased function of growth factors in cancer cells. Growth factors and their binding partners called receptors are increased in a wide spectrum of human cancers, including bladder cancer, renal carcinoma, lung cancer, and brain tumors such as glioblastoma and childhood tumors such as medulloblastoma. In several tumor types, increased receptor levels correlate with poor prognosis. Therefore, growth factor receptors are a promising target for cancer therapy. There are several ongoing clinical trials in various institutions using inhibitors of various growth factor receptors to stop the growth of cancer cells. The project funded by the American Cancer Society will study the molecular mechanism by which ionic imbalance contributes to growth factor receptor activation in cancer cells. Findings should provide new insights into novel therapeutic approaches to target growth factor receptors in cancer cells.

Robert W. Mason, PhD, was awarded a 2-year $ 200,000 grant from the Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation to study a new approach to treat neuroblastoma, a common childhood cancer that is very difficult to treat when discovered in children older than 2 years of age. The treatments that are being used today are the same as those used to treat adult cancers and unfortunately they do not work well. Dr. Masons’s laboratory discovered a compound that could destroy neuroblastoma cells without affecting other rapidly growing cells, promising a new kind of treatment for this cancer that will be less harmful to normal tissues in children. In this new project, Dr. Mason’s team will learn how this compound causes death of the cancer cells so that Nemours can collaborate with pharmaceutical companies to make better drugs to treat this childhood cancer.

Anders E. Kolb, MD, received a one year $ 50,000 grant from the FOSTER Foundation to study Insulin-like growth factor receptor (IGF-1R) inhibitors in osteosarcoma, a common bone cancer in children. Inhibitors of IGF-1R have shown promising early results in clinical trials in patients with osteosarcoma. In this proposal, Dr. Kolb will evaluate gene expression changes in osteosarcoma tumors sensitive and resistant to IGF-1R inhibition. An understanding of the cellular events that occur after IGF-1R inhibition will help identify rational therapeutic combinations with other targeted agents; identify markers of response; and provide valuable information about osteosarcoma biology.

About the Nemours Center for Childhood Cancer Research

The Nemours Center for Childhood Cancer Research is a newly established research entity of Nemours Biomedical Research at the Alfred I. duPont hospital for children. The NCCCR is located in a fully renovated laboratory space in 1701 Rockland Road, Wilmington, DE. The goal of the center is to evolve into a leader in research focusing on biomarkers for childhood cancers and cancers that affect families. The NCCCR will closely work together with Helen F. Graham Cancer Center, University of Delaware, Center for Translational Research and the Delaware Biotechnology Institute. The Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children is a division of Nemours, which operates one of the nation’s largest health systems devoted to pediatric patient care, teaching, and research. Set on a 300-acre campus near Wilmington, Delaware, the 200-bed duPont Hospital for Children offers all the specialties of pediatric medicine, surgery, and dentistry. Starting with Alfred I. duPont’s bequest over 70 years ago, Nemours has grown into a multi-dimensional organization offering personalized clinical and preventive care focused on children. For more information, please visit Nemours.org.

Odette Struys

Public Relations

Tel.:904-697-4186

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Great Plains Regional Medical Center Retains B. E. Smith to Recruit New CIO

July 30, 2012     No comments


LENEXA, Kan (PRWEB) July 24, 2012

B. E. Smith, the only full-service leadership solutions firm dedicated exclusively to healthcare providers, has been retained to lead a national chief information officer search for Great Plains Regional Medical Center (GPRMC) in North Platte, Neb. The top executive search firm in the healthcare industry, B. E. Smith placed more than 300 senior-level healthcare executives into organizations last year.

GPRMC is a 116-bed, not-for-profit, community hospital serving 17 counties in west central Nebraska since 1975. The medical center includes a trauma center, a certified stroke center, an accredited cancer center as well as home health and hospice services. In 2013, GPRMC will break ground on a new $ 85 million, five-story inpatient tower. The medical center is accredited by The Joint Commission and has a staff of more than 800 healthcare employees and physicians representing over 25 specialties.

Reporting directly to Krystal Claymore, Chief Financial Officer, the new CIO will lead all information technology operations for this growing Midwest facility. Additionally, the CIO will implement initiatives focused on enhancing the quality IT infrastructure which already exists within the organization.

The complete job posting for Great Plains Regional Medical Center?s CIO position can be found on the B. E. Smith website.

About Great Plains Regional Medical Center:

Great Plains Regional Medical Center (GPRMC) is a non-profit regional medical center that offers a comprehensive range of services including cancer care, general and specialty surgical services, women?s services, a free standing imaging center, behavioral health services and a hospitalist program. GPRMC is the only level III trauma center in west central Nebraska. For more information, visit http://www.gprmc.com.

About B. E. Smith:

Founded in 1978, B. E. Smith is a full-service healthcare leadership solutions firm and the top-ranked provider of IT leadership services including Interim Leadership, Executive Search and Consulting Solutions. Veteran healthcare leaders and regional healthcare experts partner with each client to create customized solutions. B. E. Smith?s proven methodology has resulted in the recent placement of more than 600 leaders into healthcare organizations worldwide. The firm utilizes a comprehensive sourcing strategy incorporating the latest marketing techniques, association partnerships, social networking and the largest database of skilled IT healthcare executives in the industry to deliver immediate results in today?s complex healthcare environment. For more information, visit http://www.BESmith.com or call 877-802-4593.







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