Internal medicine

Aegis Living Appoints Renowned Pulmonary and Sleep Expert Dr. Raj Dasgupta as Chief Medical Officer

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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BELLEVUE, Wash., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Aegis Living, a national leader in senior assisted living and memory care, has appointed Raj "Dr. Raj" Dasgupta MD, FACP, FCCP, FAASM, as Chief Medical Officer (CMO). Dr. Raj's appointment strengthens Aegis' healthcare expertise to further integrate wellness and longevity into the care of its residents, families and team members.

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  • BELLEVUE, Wash., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Aegis Living , a national leader in senior assisted living and memory care, has appointed Raj "Dr. Raj" Dasgupta MD, FACP, FCCP, FAASM, as Chief Medical Officer (CMO).
  • While one's lifespan defines how long they will live, healthspan is the quality of life that Aegis Living aims to impact.
  • While the primary beneficiaries will be Aegis Living residents and families, Aegis also aims to support and influence team members.
  • "I am honored to join the leadership team at Aegis Living to advance the level of care and wellness not yet experienced in senior living," said Dr. Raj.

Rochester Clinical Research Announces New Site in Buffalo, New York

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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ROCHESTER, N.Y., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rochester Clinical Research ("RCR" or "the Company"), an Atlas Clinical Research Site, is excited to announce the expansion of its clinical research network with a new site set to open in Buffalo, New York.

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  • ROCHESTER, N.Y., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rochester Clinical Research ("RCR" or "the Company"), an Atlas Clinical Research Site, is excited to announce the expansion of its clinical research network with a new site set to open in Buffalo, New York.
  • The new site, RCR Buffalo, is expected to commence operations in April of this year, marking a significant milestone in RCR's mission to advance medical research and patient care.
  • "We are proud to bring RCR's 30-year legacy of innovation and trusted clinical trials to Buffalo," said Kelley Powers, Head of Site at RCR.
  • RCR Buffalo invites interested participants to learn more about upcoming clinical research opportunities.

Rigel Pharmaceuticals Announces Appointment of Lisa Rojkjaer, M.D. as Chief Medical Officer

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rigel Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: RIGL) today announced the appointment of Lisa Rojkjaer, M.D.

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  • SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rigel Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: RIGL) today announced the appointment of Lisa Rojkjaer, M.D.
  • as Executive Vice President and Chief Medical Officer.
  • Dr. Rojkjaer is an industry veteran with over 20 years of clinical development, regulatory, and medical affairs experience with a focus on hematology and oncology.
  • Prior to joining Rigel, Dr. Rojkjaer held several leadership positions in clinical development and medical affairs at biotechnology and global pharmaceutical companies, having most recently served as Chief Medical Officer of Sangamo Therapeutics.

Alcanza Clinical Research Appoints James Clark, M.D., as Chief Medical Officer

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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LAKE MARY, Fla., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alcanza Clinical Research , a mission-focused investigator site network, has appointed James Clark, M.D., as its first-ever Chief Medical Officer, marking a milestone in Alcanza's growth journey as it expands its network size and patient reach.

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  • LAKE MARY, Fla., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alcanza Clinical Research , a mission-focused investigator site network, has appointed James Clark, M.D., as its first-ever Chief Medical Officer, marking a milestone in Alcanza's growth journey as it expands its network size and patient reach.
  • "We are thrilled to have Dr. Clark join the Alcanza senior leadership team as our Chief Medical Officer," said Bob Kinard, President and CEO, Alcanza.
  • "Now as Chief Medical Officer, I look forward to making a bigger impact toward our collective commitment to provide inclusive clinical research and accelerate the development of new therapies by reducing barriers to clinical research participation for all."
  • Alcanza is an integrated network of research facilities dedicated to reducing barriers to clinical research participation, especially in underrepresented patient populations.

New York's PSS to Recognize Trailblazing Geriatrician Dr. Rosanne Leipzig, NYC's Department for the Aging and CaringKind at Annual Awards Presentation, May 9

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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NEW YORK , March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PSS (www.pssusa.org), a multi-service nonprofit agency that has served older New Yorkers and their families for more than 60 years, today named three champions in the field of aging whose work will be celebrated at its annual PSS Honors event at Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church in Manhattan on Thursday evening, May 9:

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  • The eighth annual Circle of Care Award, for excellence in dementia treatment, salutes CaringKind for breaking new ground in Alzheimer's caregiving.
  • The organization partners with PSS's Circle of Care program, which provides assistance and respite to family caregivers.
  • CaringKind President and CEO Eleonora Tornatore-Mikesh will accept on behalf of the agency.
  • The award stems from the PSS "Coming of Age" program, which inspires people 50 and older to live with passion and purpose.

The Inner Circle acknowledges Sharon E. Oster, MD, as a Pinnacle Life Member

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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BOISE, Idaho, March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Sharon E. Oster, MD, is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Life Member for her contributions to the fields of Internal Medicine and Infectious Diseases.

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  • BOISE, Idaho, March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Sharon E. Oster, MD, is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Life Member for her contributions to the fields of Internal Medicine and Infectious Diseases.
  • She followed this accomplishment at East Virginia Medical School where she completed a medical degree in 1980.
  • Recognized as the Resident of the Year award, the doctor completed her residency at the Veterans Administration (VA) Medical Center.
  • Considered a leader in her field, Dr. Oster is considered an expert in internal medicine and infectious diseases.

New consortium of healthcare leaders announces formation of Trustworthy & Responsible AI Network (TRAIN), making safe and fair AI accessible to every healthcare organization

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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New AI capabilities have the potential to transform the healthcare industry by enabling better care outcomes, improving efficiency and productivity, and reducing costs.

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  • New AI capabilities have the potential to transform the healthcare industry by enabling better care outcomes, improving efficiency and productivity, and reducing costs.
  • Enabling registration of AI used for clinical care or clinical operations through a secure online portal.
  • "By working together, TRAIN members aim to establish best practices for operationalizing responsible AI, helping improve patient outcomes and safety while fostering trust in healthcare AI."
  • "We are excited to join our TRAIN partners in the journey to accelerate AI innovation in an ethical, responsible and safe way."

Aledade Appoints National Equity Expert to Board of Directors

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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Bethesda, MD, March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aledade , the nation’s largest network of independent primary care, has named a highly regarded diversity, equity and inclusion expert to its Board of Directors.

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  • Bethesda, MD, March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aledade , the nation’s largest network of independent primary care, has named a highly regarded diversity, equity and inclusion expert to its Board of Directors.
  • Joyce A. Sackey , M.D., FACP, Chief Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Officer and Associate Dean at Stanford Medicine, is the newest member of Aledade’s Board of Directors.
  • “We are grateful to have Dr. Sackey join our board and share her expertise with us,” said Farzad Mostashari, M.D., co-founder and CEO of Aledade.
  • “At Aledade, we are deeply committed to advancing equity and inclusion as part of our mission and core values.

The New York Academy of Medicine Awards 2024-2026 Jeremiah A. Barondess Fellowship in the Clinical Transaction

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Friday, March 8, 2024
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Dr. Murphy’s educational intervention supported by the Fellowship focuses on teaching residents to integrate social determinants of health (SDoH) into clinical reasoning and developing patient-centered plans.

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  • Dr. Murphy’s educational intervention supported by the Fellowship focuses on teaching residents to integrate social determinants of health (SDoH) into clinical reasoning and developing patient-centered plans.
  • The Barondess Fellowship is awarded to junior faculty members in internal medicine to enhance medical students’ and residents’ training in the clinical transaction, a fundamental element of clinical care.
  • Dr. Murphy is an Assistant Professor of Medicine and Pediatrics at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (JHUSOM).
  • She plans to use the Barondess Fellowship to develop a practical, patient-facing SDoH curriculum for the Osler Medical Residency Training Program at JHUSOM.

Latitude Food Allergy Care Announces the Opening of its New San Francisco Clinic; Pacific Heights Clinic is the First-of-its-Kind and Only Clinic in San Francisco Specifically Dedicated to Food Allergy Patients

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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As the only clinic in San Francisco dedicated to food allergies, the new space allows Latitude to expand its hours to provide care for more families.

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  • As the only clinic in San Francisco dedicated to food allergies, the new space allows Latitude to expand its hours to provide care for more families.
  • As with all of Latitude's clinics, the newly built clinic is designed specifically for the needs of food allergy patients and their caregivers.
  • The bright, family room-like setting allows patients to connect with other food allergy families that are going through similar experiences.
  • “We are delighted to welcome two exceptional doctors to the Latitude Food Allergy Care family to expand access to life-changing food allergy care in the San Francisco Bay Area,” said Dr. Rani Maskatia, Medical Director of Latitude Food Allergy Care.