Abarca

Abarca named to Computerworld 2024 list of Best Places to Work in IT

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Abarca, a pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) transforming the industry with a new approach to technology and business practices, announced that Foundry's Computerworld has named it one of the 2024 Best Places to Work in IT.

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  • SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Abarca , a pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) transforming the industry with a new approach to technology and business practices, announced that Foundry's Computerworld has named it one of the 2024 Best Places to Work in IT.
  • "Abarca has built, grown, and evolved our organization upon our advanced technology and powerfully positive corporate culture," said Serge Perras, Chief Information Officer at Abarca .
  • "Everything we do is rooted in our core values that encourage us to think boldly and treat each other like family."
  • For nearly 30 years, the Computerworld Best Places to Work in IT award has ranked the top environments for technology professionals based on a comprehensive questionnaire regarding company offerings, including benefits, career development, and DEI, among other human resources best practices.

PROF. DOUGLAS A. MELTON, WINNER OF THE III EDITION OF THE 'ABARCA PRIZE' FOR HIS DISRUPTIVE CURE OF TYPE 1 DIABETES, IS RECEIVED BY HIS MAJESTY THE KING OF SPAIN

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
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BOSTON, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Professor Douglas A. Melton's studies focus on curing type 1 diabetes through transplants of insulin-producing cells, particularly pancreatic beta cells, which measure glucose levels and secrete the right amount of insulin, achieving a "functional cure" in type 1 diabetes patients in clinical trials. This is one of the most disruptive scientific discoveries of our time with important medical, and even social implications.

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  • This is one of the most disruptive scientific discoveries of our time with important medical, and even social implications.
  • But for me the greatest reward would be that my children would never have to take insulin injections.
  • For any father, seeing that he can get his children free from an illness is the greatest reward I can aspire to.
  • "Possibly the two most important changes in research are the ability to modify genes and the use of stem cells.

Wizeline Expands Partnership with Google Cloud to Offer Cutting-Edge Generative AI Solutions, Empowering Businesses with AI-Native Capabilities in Mexico and Latin America

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Monday, October 9, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wizeline , an AI-native digital services provider specializing in modern, scalable products and platforms, announced the development of new generative AI services as part of its Intelligence Everywhere offering in partnership with Google Cloud.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wizeline , an AI-native digital services provider specializing in modern, scalable products and platforms, announced the development of new generative AI services as part of its Intelligence Everywhere offering in partnership with Google Cloud.
  • This partnership complements Wizeline's generative AI strategy with new solutions and experiences built on Google Cloud technologies, helping clients accelerate the adoption of AI-native capabilities.
  • “As part of our mission to empower customers with transformative AI solutions, Wizeline is taking our partnership with Google Cloud to the next level, focusing on creating innovative solutions using generative AI to grow market share and optimize business operations,” said Aníbal Abarca, Chief AI and Technology Officer, Wizeline.
  • “Google Cloud’s generative AI capabilities can add real world value for organizations of all types and sizes,” said David Ruiz, Data and AI Lead for Google Cloud México.

Wizeline Expands Partnership with Google Cloud to Offer Cutting-Edge Generative AI Solutions, Empowering Businesses with AI-Native Capabilities

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, July 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wizeline , an AI-native digital services provider that builds modern, scalable products and platforms, today announced the company is developing new generative AI services as part of its Intelligence Everywhere offering in partnership with Google Cloud.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, July 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wizeline , an AI-native digital services provider that builds modern, scalable products and platforms, today announced the company is developing new generative AI services as part of its Intelligence Everywhere offering in partnership with Google Cloud.
  • The partnership complements Wizeline’s generative AI strategy with new AI-powered solutions and experiences built on the Google Cloud ecosystem, helping clients accelerate the adoption of AI-native capabilities.
  • “As part of our mission to empower customers with transformative AI solutions, Wizeline is taking our partnership with Google Cloud to the next level, focusing on creating innovative solutions using generative AI to grow market share and optimize business operations,” said Aníbal Abarca, Chief AI and Technology Officer, Wizeline.
  • “We're excited that Wizeline has expanded its work with Google Cloud to tap into our generative AI capabilities for customers,” said Jim Anderson, Vice President, NA Partner Ecosystem & Channels at Google Cloud.

Creation Of The International Award For Medical Sciences ABARCA PRIZE

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Thursday, April 15, 2021
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The prize has an endowment of 100,000 euros and a diploma for the winner.\nFor Dr. Juan Abarca Cidn, President of HM Hospitales: "Today more than ever, medical-scientific advances are vital to addressing today\'s health challenges.

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  • The prize has an endowment of 100,000 euros and a diploma for the winner.\nFor Dr. Juan Abarca Cidn, President of HM Hospitales: "Today more than ever, medical-scientific advances are vital to addressing today\'s health challenges.
  • The ABARCA PRIZEhas been created to recognize health professionals who dedicate their lives to the care of others.
  • It isinspired by the commitment of Dr. Juan Abarca Campal, and the values that he has maintained, and continues to do so, throughout his professional career."\nDr.
  • Juan Abarca Campal, with his wife Dr. Carmen Cidn Tamargo, founded HM Hospitales in 1990as a project to develop a new care model in Spain.

Creation Of The International Award For Medical Sciences ABARCA PRIZE

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Thursday, April 15, 2021
Abarca, Campal

The prize has an endowment of 100,000 euros and a diploma for the winner.\nFor Dr. Juan Abarca Cidn, President of HM Hospitales: "Today more than ever, medical-scientific advances are vital to addressing today\'s health challenges.

Key Points: 
  • The prize has an endowment of 100,000 euros and a diploma for the winner.\nFor Dr. Juan Abarca Cidn, President of HM Hospitales: "Today more than ever, medical-scientific advances are vital to addressing today\'s health challenges.
  • The ABARCA PRIZEhas been created to recognize health professionals who dedicate their lives to the care of others.
  • It isinspired by the commitment of Dr. Juan Abarca Campal, and the values that he has maintained, and continues to do so, throughout his professional career."\nDr.
  • Juan Abarca Campal, with his wife Dr. Carmen Cidn Tamargo, founded HM Hospitales in 1990as a project to develop a new care model in Spain.

Abarca Expands Employee-Driven Community Healthcare Initiative

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Tuesday, December 1, 2020
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Launched in 2019, this community initiative provides funding and volunteer support to nonprofits committed to improving healthcare in their community.

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  • Launched in 2019, this community initiative provides funding and volunteer support to nonprofits committed to improving healthcare in their community.
  • "We were honored to partner with and support community healthcare organizations that are making a difference during this global health crisis," said Jason Borschow , President and CEO at Abarca.
  • The employee-run Better Care Community Program is open to all health-related nonprofits in Florida and Puerto Rico, where most Abarca employees live and work.
  • Submissions will be evaluated based on potential community impact, alignment with Abarca's core values, and ongoing volunteer opportunities for Abarcans.

Abarca Receives PBMI Excellence Award for Care Management Strategies

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Wednesday, March 6, 2019
Pharmacy benefit management, PBM, Pharmacy, Emergency management, Disaster response, Abarca

PALM SPRINGS, Calif., March 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Abarca ,a pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) that is disrupting the industry with an entirely new approach to technology and business practices, today announced that it has received the 2019 Pharmacy Benefit Management Institute (PBMI) Excellence Award for Care Management Strategies for its disaster preparation and recovery program.

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  • PALM SPRINGS, Calif., March 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Abarca ,a pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) that is disrupting the industry with an entirely new approach to technology and business practices, today announced that it has received the 2019 Pharmacy Benefit Management Institute (PBMI) Excellence Award for Care Management Strategies for its disaster preparation and recovery program.
  • This response plan, that is rooted in business continuity, employee engagement, and patient safety, was put to the test in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria.
  • "Abarca's natural disaster response plan transcends the traditional role of a PBM," said Jane Lutz, Executive Director of PBMI.
  • With smarter technology and a straightforward approach to business, Abarca provides a much better experience and greater value for payers and consumers.

Abarca's Smarter PBM Platform Selected By PerformRx

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Monday, October 22, 2018
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ORLANDO, Fla., Oct. 22, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Abarca announced at the opening of the Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy Nexus Conference that PerformRx, a leading national full-service PBM headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, has selected Darwin , Abarca's PBM technology platform, to serve its key clients.

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  • ORLANDO, Fla., Oct. 22, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Abarca announced at the opening of the Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy Nexus Conference that PerformRx, a leading national full-service PBM headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, has selected Darwin , Abarca's PBM technology platform, to serve its key clients.
  • "There is nothing like Darwin in the industry," said Mesfin Tegenu, M.S., R.Ph ., President of PerformRx.
  • "And we have learned that Darwin is more than an advanced software platform, it is supported by a commitment to a higher standard of service by the entire Abarca team."
  • With smarter technology and a straightforward approach to business, Abarca provides a much better experience and greater value for payers and consumers.

Abarca CEO Wins Florida EY Entrepreneur of the Year Award

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Thursday, June 14, 2018
Ernst & Young, Pharmacy benefit management, Abarca, PBM, Business, Economy of the United States, Economy

ORLANDO, Fla., June 14, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Abarca , a pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) that is disrupting the industry with an entirely new approach to technology and business practices, today announced that its CEO Jason Borschow has been recognized with an EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2018 Award in the Florida region.

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  • ORLANDO, Fla., June 14, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Abarca , a pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) that is disrupting the industry with an entirely new approach to technology and business practices, today announced that its CEO Jason Borschow has been recognized with an EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2018 Award in the Florida region.
  • Jason threw away the PBM playbook and committed to building something member-focused and technology-driven, using straightforward, transparent business practices.
  • With an in-house, San Juan-based team of software engineers, Abarca designed a better technology platform and large health plans saw the value right away.
  • "Being recognized with an EY Entrepreneur of the Year Award is an incredible honor made possible by our deeply committed team and our clients who believe in us," said Borschow.