Anesthesiology

American Society of Anesthesiologists and Pacira BioSciences, Inc. Announce New Grant to Advance Education and Enhance Patient Care

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Monday, October 2, 2023
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SCHAUMBURG, Ill. and TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) and Pacira BioSciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: PCRX), today announced a new grant of $2.5 million, by Pacira to the ASA Charitable Foundation, to advance the medical specialty of anesthesiology and pain medicine; facilitate best-in-class clinician education; and improve patient care.

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  • SCHAUMBURG, Ill. and TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) and Pacira BioSciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: PCRX), today announced a new grant of $2.5 million, by Pacira to the ASA Charitable Foundation, to advance the medical specialty of anesthesiology and pain medicine; facilitate best-in-class clinician education; and improve patient care.
  • “We look forward to the meaningful progress we can continue to make for our 56,000 members and the patients they serve, supported by this generous grant from Pacira.
  • “Anesthesiologists are an essential ally in our mission to provide long-lasting opioid-free pain relief to as many patients as possible,” said Dave Stack, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Pacira.
  • “We are committed to working together, so that ASA and Pacira can effectively advance our common goal of optimizing patient outcomes.

Introducing the Dr. Michael Poss Scholarship: Cultivating Excellence in Future Medical Practitioners

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Student, Health, Medicine, Interventional pain management, Anesthesiology, Nursing

MARSHALL, Va., Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- We are thrilled to announce the establishment of the Dr. Michael Poss Scholarship for Future Doctors, a prestigious scholarship aimed at nurturing the brightest talents in the field of medicine.

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  • MARSHALL, Va., Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- We are thrilled to announce the establishment of the Dr. Michael Poss Scholarship for Future Doctors, a prestigious scholarship aimed at nurturing the brightest talents in the field of medicine.
  • The scholarship, named in honor of Dr. Michael Poss , a highly esteemed figure in the realm of Anesthesiology and Interventional Pain Management, is set to become a beacon of opportunity for aspiring medical professionals.
  • With over 25 years of distinguished experience, Dr. Poss has significantly influenced the medical field, emphasizing compassionate patient care and pioneering medical advancements.
  • The Dr. Michael Poss Scholarship for Future Doctors stands as a symbol of excellence in medical education.

Bio-Oil® Launches 'Labor of Love' Campaign with Shawn Johnson East to Honor Labor & Delivery Staff

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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CINCINNATI, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bio-Oil® announces the launch of its 'Labor of Love' campaign, a nationwide initiative that celebrates Labor and Delivery teams throughout the month of September, the most popular month for birthdays. This campaign recognizes the enormity of the service, kindness, and selflessness hospital staff – including obstetricians, anesthesiologists, techs, doulas, nurses and more – offer to laboring moms during childbirth, especially during a time of year when delivery rooms are very active.

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  • CINCINNATI, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bio-Oil® announces the launch of its 'Labor of Love' campaign, a nationwide initiative that celebrates Labor and Delivery teams throughout the month of September, the most popular month for birthdays.
  • This campaign recognizes the enormity of the service, kindness, and selflessness hospital staff – including obstetricians, anesthesiologists, techs, doulas, nurses and more – offer to laboring moms during childbirth, especially during a time of year when delivery rooms are very active.
  • Bio-Oil® has also partnered with Olympic gymnast, entrepreneur, and soon-to-be mother of three, Shawn Johnson East, to surprise the Labor and Delivery staff at Williamson Medical Center, a local hospital in her hometown of Nashville, with custom care packages to support them during this extremely busy time.
  • "As a mom of two kids and one on the way, I know how critical the Labor and Delivery staff are in ensuring both me and my babies are healthy, cared for and supported throughout this important time," said Shawn Johnson East.

FTC Challenges Private Equity Firm’s Scheme to Suppress Competition in Anesthesiology Practices Across Texas

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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FTC Challenges Private Equity Firm’s Scheme to Suppress Competition in Anesthesiology Practices Across Texas

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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First, they executed a roll-up scheme, systematically buying up nearly every large anesthesia practice in Texas to create a single dominant provider with the power to demand higher prices.

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  • First, they executed a roll-up scheme, systematically buying up nearly every large anesthesia practice in Texas to create a single dominant provider with the power to demand higher prices.
  • Second, USAP and Welsh Carson further drove up anesthesia prices through price-setting agreements with remaining independent practices.
  • “Private equity firm Welsh Carson spearheaded a roll-up strategy and created USAP to buy out nearly every large anesthesiology practice in Texas.
  • Since its creation, USAP has acquired more than a dozen anesthesiology practices in Texas.
  • The FTC alleges that USAP and Welsh Carson’s conduct amounts to unlawful monopolization, unlawful acquisitions, a conspiracy to monopolize, unfair methods of competition, and unlawful restraints of trade.
  • Such conduct violates the FTC Act and the Clayton Act.
  • The FTC is seeking equitable relief necessary to remedy the impact of USAP and Welsh Carson’s anticompetitive conduct and to prevent the recurrence of such conduct.

Get Your Life Back! The Pain Experts of Arizona Opens State-of-the-Art Pain Management Office in Mesa, Arizona

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023
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The Pain Experts of Arizona, a leading interventional pain management practice, is excited to announce the grand opening of its second state-of-the-art facility in Mesa, Arizona.

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  • The Pain Experts of Arizona, a leading interventional pain management practice, is excited to announce the grand opening of its second state-of-the-art facility in Mesa, Arizona.
  • This expansion reinforces our unwavering dedication to delivering comprehensive pain management solutions to patients across the state of Arizona.
  • For individuals seeking a highly skilled interventional pain specialist and pain doctor in Mesa, Arizona, The Pain Experts of Arizona, under the expert guidance of Dr. Michael Wong, is ready to provide comprehensive pain management and pain treatment solutions.
  • About The Pain Experts of Arizona:
    The Pain Experts of Arizona is a premier provider of interventional pain management services in Arizona.

Newsweek Ranks Southern Veterinary Partners as 2023 America’s Most Loved Workplace in Healthcare

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Thursday, September 21, 2023
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Birmingham, Alabama, Sept. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Southern Veterinary Partners (SVP) is proud to announce it has been recognized as The U.S.’s most loved company in healthcare on Newsweek’s annual Most Loved Workplace list.

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  • Birmingham, Alabama, Sept. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Southern Veterinary Partners (SVP) is proud to announce it has been recognized as The U.S.’s most loved company in healthcare on Newsweek’s annual Most Loved Workplace list.
  • The list recognizes companies that have created a workplace where employees feel respected, inspired and appreciated and are at the center of the business model.
  • In 2022, SVP first became a Certified Most Loved Workplace®, adding to the company’s growing list of accolades.
  • “The companies on this list have committed to listening carefully to their employees to create a workplace employees love.”
    For the full Newsweek list of 2023’s Most Loved Workplaces, please visit America's 100 Most Loved Workplaces 2023

U.S. Anesthesia Partners Refutes Federal Trade Commission’s Misguided Allegations

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Thursday, September 21, 2023
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U.S. Anesthesia Partners (“USAP”), a leading provider of high-quality anesthesia care, refutes the civil enforcement action filed today by the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”).

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  • U.S. Anesthesia Partners (“USAP”), a leading provider of high-quality anesthesia care, refutes the civil enforcement action filed today by the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”).
  • USAP will vigorously defend itself against the FTC’s misguided allegations.
  • In actuality, no anesthesia practice has “power” over health plans – many of which dwarf USAP and any physician group in size, revenue, and profits.
  • While we fight the FTC’s overreach and misguided allegations, we will remain true to our mission of providing high-quality anesthesia care in the communities we proudly serve.”

Therapeutic Solutions International Recruits Internationally Renowned Stem Cell Clinician and San Diego Top Doctor to Scientific Advisory Board

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Monday, September 18, 2023
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Therapeutic Solutions International, Inc. (TSOI), announced today the appointment of internationally renowned stem cell therapist Dr. Navneet Boddu to the Company’s Scientific Advisory Board.

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  • Therapeutic Solutions International, Inc. (TSOI), announced today the appointment of internationally renowned stem cell therapist Dr. Navneet Boddu to the Company’s Scientific Advisory Board.
  • Dr. Boddu previously obtained for Therapeutic Solutions International Emergency IND approval to treat a patient with COVID-19 using JadiCells.
  • Therapeutic Solutions International plans to expand ongoing patient access to JadiCells as it advances in their development.
  • “Dr.

America's Veterans Deserve High Quality Anesthesia Care

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- During Congressional testimony today, the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) urged the Veterans Affairs (VA) healthcare system to provide the same anesthesia care and services to our veterans as is in place in healthcare systems in 49 states. AANA President-Elect Jan Setnor, MSN, CRNA, Col. (Ret), USAFR, NC, in testimony before the House VA Committee Subcommittee on Health, defended Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists' (CRNAs') ability to deliver high-quality anesthesia care to all populations, including the complex needs of our nation's veterans, as a result of their specialized and detailed anesthesia training.

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  • Setnor stressed the need to allow CRNAs to apply this extensive training in delivering healthcare to our nation's veterans.
  • The men and women who have selflessly served our nation deserve the highest quality of care and all scientific evidence and multiple independent groups have concluded that that is CRNA care."
  • This decreases wait times, increases access to quality care and improves patient safety and satisfaction.
  • All anesthesia providers do high acuity/complex cases and take call independent of each other.