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NAHQ Announces 2024 Board Members

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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CHICAGO, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Association for Healthcare Quality® (NAHQ) has announced its new board members and leadership positions: Patricia Resnik, MJ, MBA, RRT, FACHE, CPHQ, CHC, CHPC, as its 2024 president; April M. Taylor, MS, MHA, FACHE, CMQ/OE, CLSSBB, CPHQ, CPPS, as president-elect; Cathy Duquette, PhD, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, CPHQ, FNAHQ, as secretary/treasurer; and Sheranda Fesler, PhD, RN, RNC-NIC, NE-BC, CPHQ, CPPS, FNAHQ, as chair of the individual strategic advisory council.

Key Points: 
  • "It is an honor to welcome these industry leaders as they step into their new roles on the board.
  • "It is my privilege to serve as the NAHQ president this year with such a distinguished group of quality colleagues," Resnik stated.
  • "As my work with NAHQ deepens each year, so does my affinity for and dedication to its purpose and vision.
  • "I am deeply honored to bring my experience, passion and commitment to healthcare quality and safety to my role on the NAHQ board," said Fesler.

The Simón Bolívar Foundation and Texas Children's Hospital, as fiscal sponsor for Baylor College of Medicine Children's Foundation Colombia, have extended their grant agreement to continue working together to strengthen the health of children, adolescents

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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"Our partnership with Texas Children's Hospital, the fiscal sponsor for Baylor College of Medicine Children's Foundation Colombia, aligns with the mission of the Simón Bolívar Foundation to address the complex humanitarian crisis in Venezuela."

Key Points: 
  • "Our partnership with Texas Children's Hospital, the fiscal sponsor for Baylor College of Medicine Children's Foundation Colombia, aligns with the mission of the Simón Bolívar Foundation to address the complex humanitarian crisis in Venezuela."
  • Foundation President Mariela Poleo continued, "We achieve this through initiatives that improve access to medicine, nutrition and healthcare for vulnerable populations in and from Venezuela."
  • The project will strengthen health and nutrition services; strengthen psychosocial support; increase the capacity of health professionals and health workers; and meet unmet basic needs."
  • Mizwa added, "We can ensure the children, women and communities served receive health care and nutritional services, capacity building for health workers and their basic needs are met."

The Toy Foundation™ Funds Play Therapy Projects to Improve Pediatric Care for 240,000 Children

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Toy Foundation™, the philanthropic arm of The Toy Association™, is proud to announce $380,000 has been awarded to 20 children's hospitals and health systems that serve under-resourced communities, as part of its 2024 Childrens Hospital Play Grants program. More than 240,000 children in need will benefit from this initiative, which funds innovative play therapy projects proven to significantly improve care, wellbeing, and treatment outcomes of hospitalized children.

Key Points: 
  • More than 240,000 children in need will benefit from this initiative, which funds innovative play therapy projects proven to significantly improve care, wellbeing, and treatment outcomes of hospitalized children.
  • To provide play therapy projects to patients and better support their recovery, hospitals are reliant on external funding or donations to offer this key aspect of the holistic pediatric care model.
  • The Toy Foundation's Children's Hospital Play Grants program helps fill this need at hospitals that need it most, where 50 percent or more of patients rely on Medicaid.
  • For more information about The Toy Foundation's Children's Hospital Play Grants program, visit ToyFoundation.org .

American Brain Tumor Association Announces New Board of Directors Officers and Members

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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CHICAGO, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Brain Tumor Association announced today the appointment of officers and new members to serve as the Board of Directors.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Brain Tumor Association announced today the appointment of officers and new members to serve as the Board of Directors.
  • They will advance the ABTA mission under the leadership of Ram Subramanian, Board Chair, and Ralph DeVitto, President and CEO.
  • "Over the past year, the American Brain Tumor Association has experienced tremendous growth, demonstrating the impact of our board's vision and commitment," DeVitto said.
  • The 2024 ABTA Board of Directors Officers and Members:

PHA's Weekend in Houston Spreads Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness April 6-7

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Pulmonary Hypertension Association visits Houston this spring for a weekend of pulmonary hypertension education, support and empowerment. The Houston weekend features two key events: The PHA Connects: PH Community Workshop on Saturday, April 6, and the 2024 Houston O2breathe Walk on Sunday, April 7.

Key Points: 
  • The Pulmonary Hypertension Association will be in Houston, April 6-7, hosting a weekend of events dedicated to raising pulmonary hypertension awareness and supporting the PH community in and around the Greater Houston area.
  • WASHINGTON, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Pulmonary Hypertension Association visits Houston this spring for a weekend of pulmonary hypertension education, support and empowerment.
  • The Houston weekend features two key events: The PHA Connects: PH Community Workshop on Saturday, April 6, and the 2024 Houston O2breathe Walk on Sunday, April 7.
  • The PHA Connects: PH Community Workshop will be on April 6, at the Westin Houston Medical Center.

DRUID Announces a 2.2X Increase in ARR for 2023

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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After concluding its Series B funding round in 2023, DRUID AI is now valued at $100 million and re-established as a US-based company.

Key Points: 
  • After concluding its Series B funding round in 2023, DRUID AI is now valued at $100 million and re-established as a US-based company.
  • DRUID aims to reach $24 million in ARR by the end of 2024 and strengthen its presence in the US market.
  • DRUID now serves 250 enterprises in industries like healthcare, banking, and higher education across 42 countries.
  • "Reflecting on 2023, it's truly humbling to see how far we've come with our growth as a pioneer in the conversational AI field," shared Liviu Dragan, CEO of DRUID.

DRUID Announces a 2.2X Increase in ARR for 2023

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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After concluding its Series B funding round in 2023, DRUID AI is now valued at $100 million and re-established as a US-based company.

Key Points: 
  • After concluding its Series B funding round in 2023, DRUID AI is now valued at $100 million and re-established as a US-based company.
  • DRUID aims to reach $24 million in ARR by the end of 2024 and strengthen its presence in the US market.
  • DRUID now serves 250 enterprises in industries like healthcare, banking, and higher education across 42 countries.
  • "Reflecting on 2023, it's truly humbling to see how far we've come with our growth as a pioneer in the conversational AI field," shared Liviu Dragan, CEO of DRUID.

Boston IVF Welcomes Dr. Meaghan Delaney to its Springfield Fertility Center, Expanding Access to Expert Care in Western Massachusetts

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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SPRINGFIELD, Mass., Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Boston IVF, one of the world's most experienced fertility treatment providers, which has assisted in over 150,000 babies born since 1986, is pleased to announce the addition of reproductive endocrinologist, Dr. Meaghan Delaney, MD to its new fertility center in Springfield, MA.

Key Points: 
  • The addition of Dr. Meaghan Delaney to Boston IVF and its fertility clinic in Springfield enhances the accessibility of prompt reproductive care for those desiring to build a family.
  • "Dr. Delaney's return to western Massachusetts and commitment to patient well-being ensure seamless care, delivering invaluable advantages to our patients," stated David Stern, CEO of Boston IVF.
  • Dr. Delaney transitions to Boston IVF from her position as the Medical Director at the UMass Memorial Fertility Center in Worcester, MA.
  • "Dr. Delaney's return to western Massachusetts and commitment to patient well-being ensure seamless care, delivering invaluable advantages to our patients," stated David Stern, CEO of Boston IVF.

Roberts Markland LLP Welcomes Former United States District Judge Vanessa D. Gilmore to their Growing Team

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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HOUSTON, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Roberts Markland LLP , a leading law firm renowned for its commitment to legal excellence and community engagement, proudly announces the addition of former United States District Judge Vanessa D. Gilmore to its talented team.

Key Points: 
  • HOUSTON, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Roberts Markland LLP , a leading law firm renowned for its commitment to legal excellence and community engagement, proudly announces the addition of former United States District Judge Vanessa D. Gilmore to its talented team.
  • "Judge Gilmore joining Roberts Markland is a significant milestone for our firm," said Sean Roberts, Partner at Roberts Markland.
  • In 1994, when Judge Gilmore was sworn in, she became the youngest sitting federal judge in the nation.
  • Judge Gilmore's decision to join Roberts Markland is a testament to the firm's stellar reputation and commitment to making a difference.

Texas Children's Hospital North Austin Campus Set to Open State-of-the-Art Facility

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Texas Children's, the largest children's hospital in the United States which is consistently ranked as the best children's and women's hospital in Texas and among the top in the nation, held a ribbon cutting ceremony on February 1st to celebrate the upcoming grand opening of its new, North Austin hospital. Texas Children's Hospital North Austin Campus, a $485 million freestanding, state-of-the-art, top-tier hospital will commence inpatient services at its 365,000 square-foot campus on February 20, 2024. Outpatient services will be available on February 5, 2024. Located at 9835 North Lake Creek Parkway, Texas Children's Hospital North Austin Campus will deliver the most advanced children's and women's care to a city that is helping move the world forward.

Key Points: 
  • Texas Children's Hospital North Austin Campus, a $485 million freestanding, state-of-the-art, top-tier hospital will commence inpatient services at its 365,000 square-foot campus on February 20, 2024.
  • Located at 9835 North Lake Creek Parkway, Texas Children's Hospital North Austin Campus will deliver the most advanced children's and women's care to a city that is helping move the world forward.
  • With the opening of Texas Children's North Austin Campus, Texas Children's expands its hospital reach to four campuses, three of which are located in the Greater Houston area including the esteemed Texas Medical Center.
  • The opening of Texas Children's North Austin Campus will provide Austin families and surrounding communities with access to award-winning treatment closer to home.