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Kahuna Enters Into Collaboration With Mayo Clinic To Transform Clinical Orientation and Digitized Competency Management

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четверг, мая 30, 2024

Kahuna’s competency management platform combined with Mayo Clinic’s TSAM® Orientation Model will generate a starting point for health systems looking to digitize their competency management processes.

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  • Kahuna’s competency management platform combined with Mayo Clinic’s TSAM® Orientation Model will generate a starting point for health systems looking to digitize their competency management processes.
  • The TSAM® Model is a structured approach to clinical orientation, allowing preceptees to learn and master tiers of skills alongside a preceptor in the clinical setting.
  • This methodology exposes preceptees to a full patient load from the beginning of orientation and adjusts orientation to the individual’s learning needs.
  • Mayo Clinic will use any revenue it receives to support its not-for-profit mission in patient care, education, and research.

Panbela Provides Business Update and Reports Q1 2024 Financial Results

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среда, мая 15, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS, May 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Panbela Therapeutics, Inc. (OTCQB: PBLA), a clinical stage company developing disruptive therapeutics for the treatment of patients with urgent unmet medical needs, today provides a business update and reports financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2024.

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  • MINNEAPOLIS, May 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Panbela Therapeutics, Inc. (OTCQB: PBLA), a clinical stage company developing disruptive therapeutics for the treatment of patients with urgent unmet medical needs, today provides a business update and reports financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2024.
  • Q1 2024 and recent Highlights:
    Announced revised timing for the interim data analysis for its ongoing ASPIRE trial, evaluating ivospemin (SBP-101) in combination with standard-of-care for metastatic pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (mPDAC).
  • On the financial and business front, we announced the transfer of our common stock to the OTCQB market and successfully closed a $9.0 million public offering.
  • Net proceeds from the raise, which closed on January 31, 2024, were approximately $8.1 million.

Azra AI Promotes Brook Blackmore to Chief Strategy Officer

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четверг, мая 23, 2024

Azra AI, a healthtech leader harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) and workflow automation to accelerate the identification and treatment of cancer, is excited to announce the promotion of Brook Blackmore from Vice President of Clinical Operations to Chief Strategy Officer (CSO).

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  • Azra AI, a healthtech leader harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) and workflow automation to accelerate the identification and treatment of cancer, is excited to announce the promotion of Brook Blackmore from Vice President of Clinical Operations to Chief Strategy Officer (CSO).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240523663698/en/
    Brook Blackmore, RN, MBA, MSN, Chief Strategy Officer at Azra AI (Photo: Business Wire)
    Brook Blackmore, a seasoned healthcare executive, has been instrumental in shaping Azra AI’s clinical strategy since joining the company.
  • Elevating her to Chief Strategy Officer is a natural progression that will undoubtedly propel Azra AI to new heights," said John Marshall , CEO of Azra AI.
  • Stay at the forefront of healthtech innovation and insights by following Azra AI on LinkedIn for exciting updates and thought-provoking content.

Relias Report Emphasizes Urgent Need for Improved Training and Resources in Maternal Health Care

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вторник, мая 21, 2024

Expanding on the 2021 edition, Relias broadened the scope of maternal risks examined and added two new sections addressing factors that contribute to maternal mortality and morbidity.

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  • Expanding on the 2021 edition, Relias broadened the scope of maternal risks examined and added two new sections addressing factors that contribute to maternal mortality and morbidity.
  • With insights from 749 participating nurses and physicians who care for obstetric patients, the report analyzes their perceptions of maternal health practices at their organizations and provides strategies for healthcare leaders to improve maternal care and safety.
  • Findings revealed insufficient attention to social factors, including racism and implicit bias, as maternal health risks, in addition to providing necessary remediations.
  • This interdisciplinary approach helps bridge knowledge and critical thinking gaps, improves teamwork and communication that results in improved maternal health outcomes.

St. Charles County Dermatologic Surgery Joins Epiphany Dermatology

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понедельник, мая 20, 2024

Epiphany Dermatology, a leading dermatology company committed to improving access to exceptional dermatologic care, announced today it has expanded its presence in Missouri through its partnership with Stacey Tull, MD, and her team at St. Charles County Dermatologic Surgery, based in the St. Louis, Missouri market.

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  • Epiphany Dermatology, a leading dermatology company committed to improving access to exceptional dermatologic care, announced today it has expanded its presence in Missouri through its partnership with Stacey Tull, MD, and her team at St. Charles County Dermatologic Surgery, based in the St. Louis, Missouri market.
  • Founded in 2020 by Dr. Tull, St. Charles County Dermatologic Surgery has a solid reputation of providing high-quality dermatologic surgery and cosmetic services to patients in St. Louis, MO, and surrounding communities.
  • Dr. Tull is a board-certified dermatologist who earned her medical degree at Duke University School of Medicine and completed her dermatology residency and Mohs micrographic surgery fellowship at Washington University School of Medicine.
  • Epiphany also benefits from the clinical expertise of St. Charles County Dermatologic Surgery’s team, as best practices are collaboratively shared across the Epiphany network.

FOX News Digital Leads News Brands With Multiplatform Minutes for 38th Consecutive Month

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понедельник, мая 20, 2024

FOX News Digital finished April as the top news brand with multiplatform minutes for the 38th consecutive month, according to Comscore.

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  • FOX News Digital finished April as the top news brand with multiplatform minutes for the 38th consecutive month, according to Comscore.
  • FOX News Digital closed out the month reaching 3 billion total multiplatform minutes, 1.5 billion total multiplatform views, and 105 million total digital multiplatform unique visitors.
  • ** FOX News Digital also led news brands with 2.6 average views per visit, seeing 3% growth year-over-year.
  • FOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the free ad-supported television service FOX Weather.

Elite Learning Introduces New Guide for Nursing Career Paths in 2024 Career Compass

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вторник, мая 14, 2024

Elite Learning , a comprehensive online learning destination for licensed professionals, today announced the introduction of the 2024 Nursing Career Compass, a practical guide for popular nursing career paths .

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  • Elite Learning , a comprehensive online learning destination for licensed professionals, today announced the introduction of the 2024 Nursing Career Compass, a practical guide for popular nursing career paths .
  • “The nursing profession is prone to burnout and stagnation, and we want nurses to know that the path to a happy and fulfilling nursing career is possible,” said Candace Pierce, DNP, RN, Senior Course Development Manager of Nursing at Elite Learning.
  • Inside the 2024 Nursing Career Compass Guide, readers will find the following:
    A quick summary of six popular career paths in nursing, including Registered Nurse: Specialty Certifications, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Nurse Midwife, Certified Nurse Specialist, Nurse Practitioner and Nurse Manager
    “There are many pathways available for people to find long-term career success and satisfaction in this field,” continued Pierce.
  • Hopefully, all nurses can read this guide and see a new opportunity for themselves.”
    For more information and to download the 2024 Nursing Career Compass Guide, visit:

Children’s Hospital Los Angeles Forms Nursing Leader Roundtable to Improve Best Practices at Regional Neonatal Intensive Care Units

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пятница, мая 10, 2024

Children’s Hospital Los Angeles ( CHLA ) has created the innovative Regional NICU Nursing Leadership Roundtable, comprised of CHLA and 20 community hospital neonatal intensive care units (NICU) in Los Angeles, Ventura and Kern counties.

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  • Children’s Hospital Los Angeles ( CHLA ) has created the innovative Regional NICU Nursing Leadership Roundtable, comprised of CHLA and 20 community hospital neonatal intensive care units (NICU) in Los Angeles, Ventura and Kern counties.
  • The initiative was developed by Kathy Van Allen, MSN, RN, CPN, the Administrative Director of CHLA’s Fetal and Neonatal Institute .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240510231203/en/
    Kathy Van Allen, administrative director of the Fetal and Neonatal Institute at Children's Hospital Los Angeles.
  • “The roundtable provides a forum to discuss critical issues impacting NICU nursing practice and to create a supportive network for the NICU leaders,” says Van Allen.

National Infusion Center Association Accreditation Program Earns INS Seal of Approval

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вторник, мая 14, 2024

AUSTIN, Texas, May 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Infusion Center Association (NICA) Standards and Accreditation Program has earned the Infusion Nurses Society (INS) Seal of Approval.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, May 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Infusion Center Association (NICA) Standards and Accreditation Program has earned the Infusion Nurses Society (INS) Seal of Approval.
  • This prestigious endorsement serves as a hallmark of excellence, affirming that the NICA Accreditation Program has surpassed the stringent criteria of the INS Seal of Approval Program.
  • "INS is pleased to award the INS Seal of Approval to the National Infusion Center Association Accreditation Program," said CEO Chris Hunt.
  • "The NICA Accreditation Program is thrilled we have been awarded the prestigious INS Seal of Approval," said NICA Accreditation Program Director Edie Gigot, MSN, RN, MBA.

AORN CEO to Retire

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четверг, мая 9, 2024

DENVER, May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Linda K. Groah, MSN, RN, CNOR, NEA-BC, FAAN, the CEO and Executive Director of AORN (Association of periOperative Registered Nurses), has announced her plans to retire at the end of this year after a new CEO is selected.

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  • DENVER, May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Linda K. Groah, MSN, RN, CNOR, NEA-BC, FAAN, the CEO and Executive Director of AORN (Association of periOperative Registered Nurses), has announced her plans to retire at the end of this year after a new CEO is selected.
  • She had also served as AORN Board President for the 1996-1997 term.
  • As CEO, Groah has had a key role in advancing changes to improve perioperative nursing practice and furthering AORN's mission supporting patient and workplace safety.
  • But Linda modeled resilience for staff and steered us to embrace greater collaboration and innovation," said AORN CFO James Cousin.