American Osteopathic Association

EKU Launches Feasibility Study for a College of Osteopathic Medicine

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Richmond, KY, Jan. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) is seeking vendors to complete a feasibility study to analyze if a public College of Osteopathic Medicine is needed in the Commonwealth.

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  • Richmond, KY, Jan. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) is seeking vendors to complete a feasibility study to analyze if a public College of Osteopathic Medicine is needed in the Commonwealth.
  • The American Osteopathic Association describes the practice of osteopathic medicine as considering the whole person: mind, body and spirit.
  • The initiation of the feasibility study marks the first step in comprehending both the imperative need for the program and EKU's capacity to deliver an exceptional Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.)
  • To initiate the feasibility study, EKU has issued a request for proposal (RFP), seeking to identify an agency that can complete the analysis and make a recommendation.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Allan Lamb as a Pinnacle Platinum Healthcare Professional

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Friday, December 29, 2023

TRENTON, Mich., Dec. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Allan Lamb is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Platinum Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the fields of General Surgery and Osteopathic Medicine.

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  • TRENTON, Mich., Dec. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Allan Lamb is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Platinum Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the fields of General Surgery and Osteopathic Medicine.
  • Dr. Lamb pursued higher education at Earlham College in 1989 where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree.
  • He then attended Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1995 and received a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree.
  • Dr. Lamb currently serves as an osteopathic physician and the President of Lakeshore Surgical Consultants PLC in Trenton, Michigan.

Women Entrepreneurs Join The National Menopause Foundation Board of Directors

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Friday, December 29, 2023

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Dec. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Menopause Foundation has expanded its Board of Directors by adding three passionate and creative female entrepreneurs.

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  • ALEXANDRIA, Va., Dec. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Menopause Foundation has expanded its Board of Directors by adding three passionate and creative female entrepreneurs.
  • Representing various, often male-dominated, industries these women bring an exciting perspective to the foundation.
  • "As we change the conversation about women at midlife and how women experience menopause, especially in the workplace, we're very excited to bring the expertise and voices of these three dynamic women entrepreneurs to our Board," said Claire Gill, President and Founder, National Menopause Foundation.
  • Ms. Sodaro has recently directed her expertise towards raising awareness and destigmatizing menopause as a women's health advocate.

AHIMA Welcomes Dr. Kevin Klauer as New CEO

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Monday, December 18, 2023

As CEO of AHIMA, Dr. Klauer assumes the pivotal role of being the visionary leader who will lead the organization into the future.

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  • As CEO of AHIMA, Dr. Klauer assumes the pivotal role of being the visionary leader who will lead the organization into the future.
  • "We're thrilled to welcome Dr. Klauer to AHIMA as our new CEO," said AHIMA President/Chair of the Board Jennifer Mueller, MBA, RHIA, SHIMSS, FACHE, FAHIMA.
  • With Dr. Klauer at the helm, we eagerly anticipate a bright future, working together to advance the AHIMA mission of empowering people to impact health®."
  • "AHIMA extends its sincere appreciation to Mosser for her exceptional leadership during the transition and CEO search," said Mueller.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Dr. Cynthia Lubinsky as a Pinnacle Life Member

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Thursday, December 21, 2023

POTTSVILLE, Pa., Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Cynthia Lubinsky's exceptional contributions to the field of Family Medicine have earned her recognition as a Pinnacle Life Member, as prominently featured in The Inner Circle.

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  • POTTSVILLE, Pa., Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Cynthia Lubinsky's exceptional contributions to the field of Family Medicine have earned her recognition as a Pinnacle Life Member, as prominently featured in The Inner Circle.
  • Her journey to excellence and dedication to comprehensive healthcare make her a standout figure in the medical community.
  • She embarked on her educational journey at Pennsylvania State University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Pre-Medical Studies.
  • As a board-certified family physician and osteopathic manipulative medicine specialist, Dr. Lubinsky is the first point of contact for many seeking healthcare services.

Memorial Healthcare System Facilities Earn Teaching Hospital Designation from Florida Agency

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

PEMBROKE PINES, Fla., Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Memorial Regional Hospital (including Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital), Memorial Regional Hospital South, and Memorial Hospital West have all achieved statutory teaching hospital designation from the State of Florida's Agency for Health Care Administration (ACHA). Prior to Memorial's inclusion, fewer than 12% of the more than 325 hospitals in Florida had been accorded this status.

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  • The statutory teaching hospital designation from the Agency for Health Care Administration is granted to facilities with at least 100 or more full-time resident physicians in seven or more accredited graduate medical education programs.
  • PEMBROKE PINES, Fla., Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Memorial Regional Hospital (including Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital ), Memorial Regional Hospital South , and Memorial Hospital West have all achieved statutory teaching hospital designation from the State of Florida's Agency for Health Care Administration (ACHA).
  • Prior to Memorial's inclusion, fewer than 12% of the more than 325 hospitals in Florida had been accorded this status.
  • South Florida-based Memorial Healthcare System ( http://www.mhs.net ) is a national leader in quality care and patient, physician, and employee satisfaction.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Susan Seman as a Pinnacle Platinum Professional for her contributions to the fields of General and Trauma Surgery and Wound Care

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023

WEST BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP, Mich., Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Susan Seman is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Platinum Professional for her contributions to the fields of General and Trauma Surgery and Wound Care.

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  • WEST BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP, Mich., Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Susan Seman is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Platinum Professional for her contributions to the fields of General and Trauma Surgery and Wound Care.
  • Dr. Seman sought higher education at Michigan State University where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology.
  • The doctor completed a general surgery residency at Botsford Hospital and a fellowship in trauma surgery at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit.
  • A certified wound specialist by the American Board of Wound Management, the doctor is also board certified in general and trauma surgery and wound care by the American Osteopathic Board of Surgery (AOBS).

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Dmitry Zhukovski as a Pinnacle Platinum Healthcare Provider for his contributions to the Preventative Healthcare Field

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023

BROOKLYN, N.Y., Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Dmitry Zhukovski is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Platinum Healthcare Provider for his contributions to the Preventative Healthcare Field.

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  • BROOKLYN, N.Y., Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Dmitry Zhukovski is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Platinum Healthcare Provider for his contributions to the Preventative Healthcare Field.
  • Dr. Zhukovski pursued higher education at Chernovtsy State Medical Academy where he earned a Medical degree in the Ukraine.
  • The doctor capped his scholarship completing a family practice residency at Peninsula Hospital and Medical Center in Far Rockaway, New York.
  • Dr. Zhukovski is a family practitioner in Brooklyn NY where he specializes in comprehensive healthcare for people of all ages.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Gary L. Berg as a Top Pinnacle Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the Pulmonology Field

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Monday, August 21, 2023

BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich., Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Gary L. Berg is acknowledged as a Top Pinnacle Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the Pulmonology Field.

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  • BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich., Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Gary L. Berg is acknowledged as a Top Pinnacle Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the Pulmonology Field.
  • Dr. Berg pursued higher education at Michigan State University where he earned a Bachelor's Degree in Microbiology and Public Health.
  • Dr. Berg has been the recipient of many awards during his illustrious career, including the Patients' Choice Award (2017).
  • The doctor has been married to Mrs. Carolyn Berg for 30 years and they have one daughter, Elizabeth.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Dr. Eric B. Lerche, DO as a Pinnacle Platinum Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the field of Orthopedic Surgery

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Monday, August 14, 2023

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., Aug. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Dr. Eric B. Lerche, DO, is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Platinum Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the field of Orthopedic Surgery.

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  • TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., Aug. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Dr. Eric B. Lerche, DO, is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Platinum Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the field of Orthopedic Surgery.
  • Dr. Lerche pursued higher education at the University of Michigan where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Biotechnology.
  • Board certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery, Dr. Lerche specializes in orthopedic trauma, treating periarticular fractures and providing total shoulder, knee, and hip replacements.
  • The doctor explained that "I provide compassionate care for my patients, focusing on exhausting all non-operative treatments before proceeding to surgery.