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River Oaks Treatment Center is Setting the Standard for Clinical Excellence in Florida with Four Board-Certified Addiction Medicine Physicians

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

RIVERVIEW, Fla., April 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- River Oaks Treatment Center is proud to announce that it has two additional board-certified addiction medicine physicians on its staff.

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  • RIVERVIEW, Fla., April 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- River Oaks Treatment Center is proud to announce that it has two additional board-certified addiction medicine physicians on its staff.
  • Dr. Michael Murphy and Dr. Keivan Hosseinnejad recently achieved board certification in Addiction Medicine from the American Board of Preventive Medicine.
  • This designation positions River Oaks as one of the only treatment providers in Florida with four certified addiction medicine specialists and an addiction medicine fellowship program accredited by Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education.
  • In addition to their clinical roles, Dr. Murphy and Dr. Hosseinnejad will also serve as faculty in the Addiction Medicine Fellowship program at River Oaks Treatment Center.

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences Fills Healthcare Industry Shortages with New Innovative Programs

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024

These programs aim to prepare students for advanced clinical practice and leadership roles in top healthcare specialties.

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  • These programs aim to prepare students for advanced clinical practice and leadership roles in top healthcare specialties.
  • In the healthcare disciplines that USAHS addresses, practitioner shortages are growing while demand for treatment is increasing; therefore, boosting the educational pipeline has become more critical than ever.
  • Dedicated to graduate studies in health sciences, USAHS fills the healthcare industry pipeline gaps through innovative blended online and hands-on programs, allowing students to live almost anywhere in the U.S. while obtaining their master's or doctorate degrees.
  • They also ensure that the University’s programs prepare graduate students for their future careers and fill the existing healthcare pipeline gaps.

2024 Annual Meeting of the American College of Clinical Pharmacology® - The Premier Clinical Pharmacology Educational & Scientific Meeting

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024

ASHBURN, Va. , April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American College of Clinical Pharmacology® (ACCP) is pleased to announce its 2024 ACCP Annual Meeting (#2024ACCP) will be held September 8 – 10, 2024. We encourage you to join us for this transformative educational and scientific event! ACCP provides healthcare professionals and scientists with a forum to exchange knowledge and ideas that promote and expand the value of clinical pharmacology in healthcare and drug development.

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  • ASHBURN, Va. , April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American College of Clinical Pharmacology® (ACCP) is pleased to announce its 2024 ACCP Annual Meeting (#2024ACCP) will be held September 8 – 10, 2024.
  • We encourage you to join us for this transformative educational and scientific event!
  • ACCP provides healthcare professionals and scientists with a forum to exchange knowledge and ideas that promote and expand the value of clinical pharmacology in healthcare and drug development.
  • Green, President, ACCP stated, "I am pleased to formally invite you to the 2024ACCP Annual Meeting in Bethesda, MD!

PMI Chicagoland Chapter to host its 19th Annual Leadership Forum: How Fast Is Too Fast

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Monday, April 22, 2024

CHICAGO, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- 

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  • The PMI Chicagoland Chapter is thrilled to present its signature event, the 19th Annual Leadership Forum, where executives and leaders converge for a half-day of networking, relationship building, and learning.
  • This year's theme, "How Fast Is Too Fast Pivoting and Responding to Rapid Change," delves into the pace of change in today's business landscape.
  • He will share insights from his team's 2023 PMI Project of the Year Award-winning battery electric large mining truck project.
  • The PMI Chicagoland chapter extends its appreciation to our event gold sponsors:
    Lewis University is an innovative and forward-thinking Catholic university offering market-relevant undergraduate and graduate programs.

Dr. Ashish S. Patel Named Physician-in-Chief at Phoenix Children's

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Monday, April 15, 2024

PHOENIX, April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Phoenix Children's today announced the appointment of Ashish S. Patel, MD, as physician-in-chief of the rapidly expanding health system.

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  • PHOENIX, April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Phoenix Children's today announced the appointment of Ashish S. Patel, MD , as physician-in-chief of the rapidly expanding health system.
  • Beyond his clinical responsibilities, Dr. Patel is now part of the health system's Executive Physician Leadership team and the Phoenix Children's Medical Group Governance Council.
  • Prior to his promotion to physician-in-chief, Dr. Patel served as division chief of gastroenterology , hepatology and nutrition at Phoenix Children's for four years.
  • A search is currently underway to fill Dr. Patel's vacated role of division chief of gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition at Phoenix Children's.

Lafayette Square Provides Debt Financing for Med Learning Group

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Thursday, April 11, 2024

MIAMI and NEW YORK, April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lafayette Square , a national investment platform, announced today that it has provided incremental debt financing to support the growth of Med Learning Group , LLC ("MLG").

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  • MIAMI and NEW YORK, April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lafayette Square , a national investment platform, announced today that it has provided incremental debt financing to support the growth of Med Learning Group , LLC ("MLG").
  • "We're pleased to provide capital to Med Learning Group and DW Healthcare Partners as they work to expand this important business," said Blair Badham, Managing Director at Lafayette Square.
  • "The Lafayette Square team has been a great fit for us as we continue to implement our growth plans for Med Learning Group," said Cam McDavid, Vice President at DW Healthcare Partners, the lead sponsor on the deal.
  • By delivering these solutions, Lafayette Square aims to reduce operational risk for its portfolio companies, help them attract and retain talent, and improve job quality.

ACADEMY OF NUTRITION AND DIETETICS CELEBRATES REGISTERED DIETITIAN NUTRITIONIST DAY MARCH 13 DURING NATIONAL NUTRITION MONTH

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Chicago, March 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics celebrates the role of registered dietitian nutritionists as the food and nutrition experts during Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day on March 13.

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  • Chicago, March 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics celebrates the role of registered dietitian nutritionists as the food and nutrition experts during Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day on March 13.
  • If my clients or patients can use these skills at home or away from home, I know I’ve accomplished my goal,” says registered dietitian nutritionist Kimberly Snodgrass, a national Academy Spokesperson in Detroit, Mich.
  • The Academy created Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day to increase the awareness of RDNs as indispensable providers of food and nutrition services .
  • Representing more than 112,000 credentialed nutrition and dietetics practitioners, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is the world’s largest organization of food and nutrition professionals.

 Southern California College of Optometry Celebrates 120 Years of Educational and Clinical Excellence

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Marshall B. Ketchum University (MBKU), an independent, private, non-profit, accredited educational institution headquartered in Fullerton, Calif. proudly celebrates the 120th anniversary of its Southern California College of Optometry (SCCO) .

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  • Marshall B. Ketchum University (MBKU), an independent, private, non-profit, accredited educational institution headquartered in Fullerton, Calif. proudly celebrates the 120th anniversary of its Southern California College of Optometry (SCCO) .
  • Since then, it has earned a reputation as one of the oldest and most esteemed optometry schools in the nation.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240403689163/en/
    Southern California College of Optometry Celebrates 120 Years (Graphic: Business Wire)
    "SCCO's 120-year journey signifies more than just longevity; it represents a commitment to best-in-class optometric education,” said Dr. Julie A. Schornack, president at MBKU.
  • As SCCO celebrates its 120-year legacy, it remains steadfast in its commitment to cultivating the leaders of tomorrow.

ACMA Launches Pharmaceutical Industry Think Tank Series

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Monday, April 1, 2024

NEW YORK, April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Accreditation Council for Medical Affairs (ACMA) Think Tank will conduct research, analyze complex issues, and provide informed policy recommendations.

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  • NEW YORK, April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Accreditation Council for Medical Affairs (ACMA) Think Tank will conduct research, analyze complex issues, and provide informed policy recommendations.
  • This aligns with the ACMA mission to raise standards in the pharmaceutical industry.
  • Strategic decisions can hurt a pharmaceutical company, especially during drug launch, said Mena Boules, MD, senior pharmaceutical industry executive.
  • "In the dynamic landscape of healthcare, a pharmaceutical industry think tank serves as a beacon of innovation and expertise, fostering collaborative research and thought leadership" said William Soliman PhD, BCMAS, Founder of the ACMA.

Announcing ABQAURP's 2024 Annual Conference - Early Registration Discount Deadline Extended

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024

NEW PORT RICHEY, Fla., March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ABQAURP's 47th Annual Conference is being presented on September 12-13, 2024, at Disney's BoardWalk Inn in Lake Buena Vista, FL. The annual conference will provide insight into emerging technology, aligning digital quality to care delivery, and strategies to improve processes and utilization while decreasing payment denials. Discover how new strategies can be incorporated without losing sight of the return on investment or quality of care. A panel discussion will examine how the interprofessional health care team can work together to improve care transitions into the community and is committed to advocating for patients and providers as we traverse into the future.

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  • The early registration deadline is extended to attend this event.
  • NEW PORT RICHEY, Fla., March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ABQAURP's 47th Annual Conference is being presented on September 12-13, 2024, at Disney's BoardWalk Inn in Lake Buena Vista, FL.
  • The annual conference will provide insight into emerging technology, aligning digital quality to care delivery, and strategies to improve processes and utilization while decreasing payment denials.
  • Discover how new strategies can be incorporated without losing sight of the return on investment or quality of care.