National Board of Medical Examiners

EmVenio Research continues momentum of team growth with two new principal investigators

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木曜日, 9月 21, 2023

DURHAM, N.C., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Clinical research organization EmVenio Research recently announced the addition of Michelle Mallitz, M.D. and Thomas Wade, M.D. to its team to serve as principal investigators. In their roles, they will oversee and conduct objective clinical research to ensure independent, high quality and reproducible results, as well as manage oversight of compliance, financial, personnel and other related aspects of research projects. Coming from varying medical backgrounds, Drs. Mallitz and Wade bring a depth of knowledge and experience to the EmVenio team, allowing the research organization to conduct trials addressing a wider range of infectious diseases and therapeutic areas.

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  • DURHAM, N.C., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Clinical research organization EmVenio Research recently announced the addition of Michelle Mallitz, M.D.
  • "The addition of these two incredible principal investigators is proof that EmVenio's growth is focused on quality and not quantity," said Thad Wolfram, EmVenio president.
  • "These individuals bring a level of expertise and skill that opens more doors for our team to conduct a multitude of research studies for pharmaceutical sponsors and clinical research organizations.
  • Dr. Thomas Wade holds nearly 23 years of medical practice and clinical research experience, serving as a principal investigator and practicing internal medicine.

MidFirst Bank Welcomes John Higginbotham

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火曜日, 9月 5, 2023

OKLAHOMA CITY, Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MidFirst Bank is pleased to announce the addition of John D. Higginbotham to its Oklahoma City market leadership, joining MidFirst Bank as the market executive and senior vice president of commercial lending.

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  • OKLAHOMA CITY, Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MidFirst Bank is pleased to announce the addition of John D. Higginbotham to its Oklahoma City market leadership, joining MidFirst Bank as the market executive and senior vice president of commercial lending.
  • Higginbotham brings more than 40 years of banking and finance experience to MidFirst, including 35 years with Bank of Oklahoma, where he served as the market president and CEO as well as chief operating officer.
  • "We are thrilled that John is joining our team at MidFirst," said Alan Kraft, first executive vice president of commercial lending.
  • As an embedded member of the Oklahoma City community, Higginbotham has served on several nonprofit boards throughout his career.

California University of Science and Medicine Welcomes MD Class of 2027 with White Coat Ceremony Milestone

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金曜日, 7月 14, 2023

California University of Science and Medicine (CUSM) today celebrated the traditional White Coat Ceremony with 130 new MD students, along with their families and friends.

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  • California University of Science and Medicine (CUSM) today celebrated the traditional White Coat Ceremony with 130 new MD students, along with their families and friends.
  • During the ceremony, the students recited the Hippocratic Oath which states the professional conduct and obligations of doctors.
  • The ceremony took place at the CUSM campus in Colton, Calif.
    “The White Coat ceremony is steeped in tradition.
  • The white coats received by students represent membership in the medical community and the acceptance of the associated responsibilities,” said Paul Lyons, MD, CUSM President and Dean.

American Red Cross Elects Aradhana Sarin as New Member to National Board of Governors

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木曜日, 7月 13, 2023

WASHINGTON, July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Red Cross elects to its National Board of Governors, Dr. Aradhana Sarin, chief financial officer and executive director, AstraZeneca PLC.

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  • WASHINGTON, July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Red Cross elects to its National Board of Governors, Dr. Aradhana Sarin, chief financial officer and executive director, AstraZeneca PLC.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Aradhana Sarin to the Red Cross Board of Governors.
  • "Aradhana's experience will be valuable in helping us to carry out the humanitarian mission of the American Red Cross."
  • At the Annual Meeting of the Red Cross held on July 12, 2023, delegates from local Red Cross units elected Dr. Sarin to a three-year term.

MARCH OF DIMES NAMES DR. ELIZABETH CHEROT ITS NEW PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

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月曜日, 7月 10, 2023

ARLINGTON, Va., July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The March of Dimes National Board of Trustees today announced the appointment of Dr. Elizabeth Cherot as the organization's new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective July 17. As March of Dimes' first physician leader, Dr. Cherot will be responsible for the development and implementation of a strategic vision to address the country's maternal and infant health crisis, while increasing awareness and engagement in its work among key stakeholders.

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  • "Families are facing poor health outcomes and grave disparities, which makes our work at March of Dimes more important than ever before.
  • He has been a March of Dimes Chicago volunteer for 15 years and is a member of March of Dimes' Roosevelt Society.
  • Austin Pittman is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Suvida Healthcare, a neighborhood-centric, senior-focused primary care organization.
  • Tim Spilker is the Chief Executive Officer of UnitedHealthcare Community & State, which serves nearly 8.1 million Medicaid members, including more than 3.2 million children.

National Kidney Foundation Appoints Walmart Chief Medical Officer Dr. Wigneswaran to National Board of Directors

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木曜日, 6月 1, 2023

NEW YORK, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Dr. John Wigneswaran (Dr. Wig), Walmart's Chief Medical Officer, to NKF's National Board of Directors. In his role at Walmart, Dr. Wig leads safety, quality, and training, the Walmart Healthcare Research Institute, clinical program development, innovation, and medical affairs. Dr. Wig was nominated and approved at NKF's most recent Board meeting held in March. 

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  • NEW YORK, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Dr. John Wigneswaran (Dr. Wig), Walmart's Chief Medical Officer, to NKF's National Board of Directors.
  • In his role at Walmart, Dr. Wig leads safety, quality, and training, the Walmart Healthcare Research Institute, clinical program development, innovation, and medical affairs.
  • Dr. Wig joined Walmart from Cigna where he served as Chief Medical Officer for Express Scripts.
  • "I'm honored to join the NKF Board of Directors and very excited to help those dealing with kidney disease in any way I can," said Dr. Wigneswaran, Chief Medical Officer at Walmart.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Jahaira L. Serrano, MD, FACCP, as a Pinnacle Life Achiever for her contributions to the medical field

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水曜日, 5月 3, 2023

ARECIBO, Puerto Rico, May 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Jahaira L. Serrano, MD, FACCP, is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Life Achiever for her contributions to the medical field.

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  • ARECIBO, Puerto Rico, May 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Jahaira L. Serrano, MD, FACCP, is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Life Achiever for her contributions to the medical field.
  • Dr. Serrano began her educational pathway at the University of Puerto Rico in Cayey where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology.
  • She then attended the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine in 2002 where she completed a Medical Degree in 2002.
  • According to Dr. Serrano, the NBPS provides continuing board certification for DOs and MDs who uphold medical education and patient care standards.

Society to Improve Diagnosis in Medicine (SIDM) Announces Appointments of New Board Members

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水曜日, 5月 3, 2023

ALPHARETTA, Ga., May 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Society to Improve Diagnosis in Medicine (SIDM) is pleased to announce the appointment of Helene Epstein, Dr. Kenneth A. Mundt, Kamili Wilson, and Von Wright to its Board of Directors.

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  • ALPHARETTA, Ga., May 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Society to Improve Diagnosis in Medicine (SIDM) is pleased to announce the appointment of Helene Epstein, Dr. Kenneth A. Mundt, Kamili Wilson, and Von Wright to its Board of Directors.
  • She has served on committees, panels, and various boards for medical research projects, healthcare organizations, public schools, and grant-givers.
  • Ms. Wilson is also a former executive board member for the Arlington Retirement Housing Corporation (ARHC) and a former member of DoSomething.org's Corporate Advisory Board.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome these highly accomplished individuals to our Board of Directors," said CEO Jennie Ward-Robinson, PhD.

bioAffinity Technologies Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Financial Results

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金曜日, 3月 31, 2023

Revenue for the fourth quarter of 2022 was approximately $2,500, compared with no revenue for the prior-year period.

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  • Revenue for the fourth quarter of 2022 was approximately $2,500, compared with no revenue for the prior-year period.
  • Research and development expenses were $429,000 for the fourth quarter of 2022, compared with $318,000 for the comparable period in 2021.
  • General and administrative expenses were $1.2 million for the fourth quarter of 2022, compared with $341,000 for the comparable period in 2021.
  • bioAffinity Technologies believes that its available cash will be sufficient to fund planned operations for at least the next 12 months.

American College of Lifestyle Medicine and National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching announce collaboration to advance the role of behavior change in health care

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火曜日, 3月 28, 2023

ST. LOUIS, Mo., March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM) and the National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching (NBHWC) have announced a strategic collaboration to advance behavior change and health and wellness coaching skills among health care professionals and enhance the role for health and wellness coaches on health care teams. The collaboration will provide an avenue for advancing research, education, and awareness to further uncover the benefits of coaching skills within the lifestyle medicine paradigm.

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  • ST. LOUIS, Mo., March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM) and the National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching (NBHWC) have announced a strategic collaboration to advance behavior change and health and wellness coaching skills among health care professionals and enhance the role for health and wellness coaches on health care teams.
  • NBHWC, an affiliate of the National Board of Medical Examiners, provides board certification for health and wellness coaches.
  • National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coaches (NBC-HWC) train in behavior change theories, motivational strategies, and health education and promotion theories.
  • ACLM is delighted to partner with the National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching to ensure that more clinicians develop health coaching skills, become board certified and bring awareness to the vital role of health coaches on care teams."