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Reunion Neuroscience Appoints Chief Financial Officer and Vice President, Medical Affairs

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Monday, October 24, 2022
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TORONTO, Oct. 24, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Reunion Neuroscience Inc. (NASDAQ: REUN, TSX: REUN) ("Reunion" or the Company), a biopharmaceutical company committed to developing innovative therapeutic solutions for underserved mental health conditions, announced today that it has appointed Edward Smith as the Companys Chief Financial Officer and Aviva Asnis-Alibozek as Vice President, Medical Affairs, effective immediately.

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  • TORONTO, Oct. 24, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Reunion Neuroscience Inc. (NASDAQ: REUN, TSX: REUN) ("Reunion" or the Company), a biopharmaceutical company committed to developing innovative therapeutic solutions for underserved mental health conditions, announced today that it has appointed Edward Smith as the Companys Chief Financial Officer and Aviva Asnis-Alibozek as Vice President, Medical Affairs, effective immediately.
  • Dr. Asnis-Alibozek earned her Doctor of Medical Science degree in the advanced professional practice of administrative medicine from the University of Lynchburg.
  • Edward Smith succeeds Donna Wong who has resigned as Chief Financial Officer.
  • To be added to the Reunion Neuroscience email list, please email [email protected] with REUN in the subject line.

Experienced dermatology Physician Assistant, Arpy Kothary, M.S., PA-C joins U.S. Dermatology Partners at their Jollyville, Texas location

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Wednesday, December 1, 2021
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AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --U.S. Dermatology Partners is pleased to welcome new dermatology Physician Assistant, Arpy Kothary, M.S., PA-C to their Jollyville clinic in Austin, Texas.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --U.S. Dermatology Partners is pleased to welcome new dermatology Physician Assistant, Arpy Kothary, M.S., PA-C to their Jollyville clinic in Austin, Texas.
  • She has over 16 years of clinical experience in emergency medicine, cardiology, neurology, and dermatology.
  • Prior to moving to Austin, Arpy worked in dermatology groups throughout New Jersey and New York.
  • Board-certified by the National Commission on Certification and a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, Arpy brings a wide range of clinical expertise to U.S. Dermatology Partners.

A.T. Still University and Ponce Health Sciences University Announce Expanded MOU to Address Nationwide Healthcare Worker Shortage

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Thursday, September 30, 2021
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Through this new pipeline, students from PHSU's Master of Science in Medical Sciences (MSMS) program who complete the program with at least a 3.0 grade point average will be eligible for an interview at ATSU. Furthermore, PHSU MSMS students who apply and are accepted to the PA program will complete their clinical education with ATSU's affiliated community health centers, which allows -- and encourages -- students to practice medicine within their community. 

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  • "PA professionals can play a crucial role in addressing our country's pressing healthcare needs -- today and in the future.
  • "As we work to ensure our communities have expanded access to primary care professionals who are well-trained and culturally competent, we're very excited to collaborate with Ponce Health Sciences University.
  • This innovative program ensures that we're widening opportunities to address these gaps and cultivating a talented and diverse healthcare workforce."
  • Today, ATSU offers master's degrees across allied health disciplines and doctorates in osteopathic medicine, dental medicine, athletic training, audiology, health administration, health education, health sciences, medical sciences, nursing practice, occupational therapy, and physical therapy.

AOA statement on American Association of Nurse Anesthetists name change, title misappropriation and the importance of physician-led care

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Wednesday, September 15, 2021
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Efforts by non-physician clinicians to obfuscate their credentials through title misappropriation serve to mislead the public regarding their education, training and qualifications.

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  • Efforts by non-physician clinicians to obfuscate their credentials through title misappropriation serve to mislead the public regarding their education, training and qualifications.
  • Such discussions have begun and have occurred between the AOA and some organizations, and we welcome others to join these important conversations.
  • The American Osteopathic Association (AOA), which proudly represents its professional family of more than 168,000 osteopathic physicians (DOs) and medical students nationwide, remains committed to the physician-led, team-based model of care.
  • In addition, in 2020, the Idaho Board of Nursing adopted a position statement in support of the "nurse anesthesiologist" descriptor for CRNAs.

U.S. Dermatology Partners is pleased to welcome experienced Dermatology Physician Assistant, Katlyn McClure to their Shoal Creek, Missouri location

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Wednesday, September 15, 2021
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LIBERTY, Mo., Sept. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- U.S. Dermatology Partners is pleased to welcome experienced Dermatology Physician Assistant Katlyn McClure to their Shoal Creek, Missouri location

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  • LIBERTY, Mo., Sept. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- U.S. Dermatology Partners is pleased to welcome experienced Dermatology Physician Assistant Katlyn McClure to their Shoal Creek, Missouri location
    Katlyn McClure graduated from the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, with a Bachelor of Science Exercise Science degree in 2016.
  • Immediately following graduation, Katlyn continued her education at the University of Arkansas in their Medical Sciences Physician Assistant program and graduated with honors in 2018.
  • From the start of her academic career, Katlyn found a passion for dermatology and valued the challenges continually presented in this field.
  • U.S. Dermatology Partners Chief Executive Officer Paul Singh said, "We are happy to welcome Ms. McClure to U.S. Dermatology Partners.

U.S. Dermatology Partners is pleased to welcome experienced Dermatology Physician Assistant, Rachel Kokal to their Annapolis, Maryland location

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Thursday, September 2, 2021
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ANNAPOLIS, Ma., Sept. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- U.S. Dermatology Partners is pleased to welcome experienced Dermatology Physician Assistant Rachel Kokal their Annapolis, Maryland location

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  • ANNAPOLIS, Ma., Sept. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- U.S. Dermatology Partners is pleased to welcome experienced Dermatology Physician Assistant Rachel Kokal their Annapolis, Maryland location
    A native of Richmond, VA, Physician Assistant Rachel Kokal received her Master of Physician Assistant Studies from James Madison University in Harrisonburg, VA.
    Rachel has practiced dermatology since 2014.
  • She is passionate about educating her patients on sun safety and the importance of getting annual skin exams.
  • In addition to skin cancer awareness and prevention, Rachel enjoys treating eczema, psoriasis, and acne.
  • Rachel is looking forward to building long-lasting relationships with her patients for years to come in our Annapolis office.

Education Technology Company Sketchy Shakes Up The Test Prep Industry By Launching Visual-Spatial Studying Tool For The MCAT

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Monday, August 23, 2021
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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Sketchy , the education technology company on a mission to make learning unforgettable for everyone, today launched a new test prep solution titled Sketchy MCAT , which is available to undergraduate students as they prepare to take the MCAT (Medical College Admission Test).

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  • LOS ANGELES, Aug. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Sketchy , the education technology company on a mission to make learning unforgettable for everyone, today launched a new test prep solution titled Sketchy MCAT , which is available to undergraduate students as they prepare to take the MCAT (Medical College Admission Test).
  • The Sketchy co-founders created the company when they themselves were still students in medical school.
  • Sketchy MCAT features more than 110 Sketchy video lessons across all MCAT topics, including biology, biochemistry and physical sciences.
  • Founded by four medical students, Sketchy believes in a reimagined education system, greater access to knowledge and expanding every person's potential through learning.

U.S. Dermatology Partners is pleased to welcome Mark Brooks, PA-C to their Keller, Texas location

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021
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KELLER, Texas, Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- U.S Dermatology Partners is pleased to welcome Dermatology Physician Assistant Mark Brook, PA-C to their Keller, Texas location.

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  • KELLER, Texas, Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- U.S Dermatology Partners is pleased to welcome Dermatology Physician Assistant Mark Brook, PA-C to their Keller, Texas location.
  • Mark Brooks is a certified physician assistant with over 10 years of dermatology experience.
  • Mark attended the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California, where he earned his Physician Assistant degree.
  • Mark Brooks will treat patients in Fort Worth, Texas at U.S. Dermatology Partners Keller and is now accepting new patients.

Medscape Education to Engage Clinicians with Virtual Conference on Metabolic and Endocrine Diseases

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Wednesday, July 21, 2021
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NEW YORK, July 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Pivotal issues in the diagnosis and treatment of metabolic and endocrine diseases will be the focus of the Metabolic and Endocrine Disease Summit, (MEDS) sponsored by Medscape Education, July 28-30. The Summit will contextualize the most recent developments and guidance in the diagnosis and management of common metabolic, endocrine, and cardiovascular conditions, with the goals of helping clinicians apply the latest data to their practice to improve patient outcomes.

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  • NEW YORK, July 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Pivotal issues in the diagnosis and treatment of metabolic and endocrine diseases will be the focus of the Metabolic and Endocrine Disease Summit, (MEDS) sponsored by Medscape Education, July 28-30.
  • platform, the conference will feature topic-targeted content sessions, networking opportunities through a virtual lounge, discussions with peers and faculty, oral abstracts, case study presentations, and gamification to challenge participants' knowledge.
  • All registration proceeds will be donated to the Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists and Taking Control of Your Diabetes.
  • The Association is an interprofessional membership organization dedicated to improving prediabetes, diabetes, and cardiometabolic care through innovative education, management, and support.

Numinus Wellness To Acquire Neurology Centre of Toronto, Plans to Create Centre for Psychedelic Neurology

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Tuesday, July 6, 2021
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Numinus and NCT founder Dr. Evan Lewis plan to expand NCT into a comprehensive clinical neurology treatment centre with a unique specialization in the application of psychedelics in the field of neurology.

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  • Numinus and NCT founder Dr. Evan Lewis plan to expand NCT into a comprehensive clinical neurology treatment centre with a unique specialization in the application of psychedelics in the field of neurology.
  • Numinus will pay $300,000 in cash and $200,000 in Numinus shares upon closing and future performance-based payments totaling up to $500,000 in Numinus shares to complete the transaction.
  • Numinus to acquire a fully operational neurology centre with 13 doctors, 8 allied health staff, nurse practitioners and physician assistants.
  • NCT and Numinus plan to establish the first centre for excellence in psychedelic neurology, comprising highly specialized neurology experts with an understanding of how psychedelics can safely and positively impact patients with neurologic illnesses and associated mental health challenges.