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Trailblazing Allied Health College Partners with Houston Pediatric Dental Practice To Expand Work-Based Learning Opportunities

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

HOUSTON, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The College of Health Care Professions (CHCP) announced today a unique partnership with Kidstown Dental to prepare aspiring registered dental assistants through on-the-job training. Kidstown Dental will offer externships and internships to learners at three Houston CHCP campuses, allowing for the pediatric dental office to become an extension of the classroom setting. Participants will be able to gain real-world experience to prepare them to enter the workforce with an understanding of new technologies, pediatric dental hygiene and restorative care.

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  • HOUSTON, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The College of Health Care Professions (CHCP) announced today a unique partnership with Kidstown Dental to prepare aspiring registered dental assistants through on-the-job training.
  • Kidstown Dental will offer externships and internships to learners at three Houston CHCP campuses, allowing for the pediatric dental office to become an extension of the classroom setting.
  • "This new collaboration with Kidstown Dental embodies our shared commitment to helping aspiring professionals provide unwavering excellence in patient care.
  • June 2023 data from the American Dental Association indicates that 89.1% of dentists find recruiting dental assistants extremely or very challenging.

Trailblazing Healthcare College Expands Dallas Campus; Adds Two Programs to Meet Regional Demand for Healthcare Workers

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

DALLAS, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The College of Health Care Professions (CHCP) announced the expansion of its Dallas campus, encompassing a total of 27,000 sq. ft. featuring classrooms and labs that mimic the healthcare work setting. The campus, located at 8585 North Stemmons Freeway, Suite N-300, Dallas, Texas, is also launching two new certification programs in surgical technology and pharmacy technician, which were developed in partnership with regional employers. The expanded campus and new programs come as healthcare labor shortages are rising across the country. Almost one out of every 10 hospitals in Texas is in danger of closing as a result of staff shortages, according to the Texas Hospital Association, and 40 percent of Texas counties' primary care health needs are not currently being met.

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  • The campus, located at 8585 North Stemmons Freeway, Suite N-300, Dallas, Texas, is also launching two new certification programs in surgical technology and pharmacy technician, which were developed in partnership with regional employers.
  • The expanded campus and new programs come as healthcare labor shortages are rising across the country.
  • "This is about preparing talented, well-prepared healthcare professionals as workforce needs constantly change, but stay in-demand," said Amy Powell, E3 program co-director at Texas Healthcare Neck & Back.
  • We are excited to continue our partnership with CHCP as they launch their new Surgical Technology and Pharmacy Technician programs."

Groundbreaking Results Using Canady Helios™ Cold Plasma Treatment Published in MDPI Journal “Cancers”

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023

It is estimated that 65% of solid tumor resections result in residual microscopic tumor cells at the surgical margin, which contributes to LRR and poor survival rates.

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  • It is estimated that 65% of solid tumor resections result in residual microscopic tumor cells at the surgical margin, which contributes to LRR and poor survival rates.
  • The recent trial reveals that treating the surgical margin following a tumorectomy significantly reduced local recurrence and increased overall survival.
  • CHCP opens a new and promising treatment for addressing the challenges of eradicating microscopic residual cancer cells following surgical tumor resection.
  • Jerome Canady, M.D., FACS, CEO stated, “We are very pleased to have our results published in the peer reviewed journal 'Cancers'.

Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC) Launches Focused Digital Education Hubs

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Thursday, July 13, 2023

Previously, the education and resources on cardiometabolichealth.org were grouped only by format, such as CME courses, blogs, webinars, and expert interviews.

Key Points: 
  • Previously, the education and resources on cardiometabolichealth.org were grouped only by format, such as CME courses, blogs, webinars, and expert interviews.
  • These access points still exist for learners interested in certain formats rather than specific clinical topics, but are also available through the 12 focused education hubs.
  • They could find resources and education focused on that condition within both the Obesity Management and Pediatrics hubs.
  • The experts at CMHC are committed to creating education for practicing clinicians, students, and patients interested in the quickly evolving field of cardiometabolic health.

Cardiometabolic Health Congress Hosts 2023 Women's Masterclass in California

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Thursday, June 29, 2023

Boca Raton, FL, June 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Informed by topics most relevant to cardiometabolic health providers, medical education leader Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC) has announced another iteration of its Women’s Cardiometabolic Health and Wellness Masterclass .

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  • Boca Raton, FL, June 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Informed by topics most relevant to cardiometabolic health providers, medical education leader Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC) has announced another iteration of its Women’s Cardiometabolic Health and Wellness Masterclass .
  • "As a women's cardiovascular health leader specializing in lipidology, I know firsthand that women’s cardiovascular and cardiometabolic care must be approached with unique tools and strategies.
  • "We are pleased to announce our partnerships for the 2023 Women's Cardiometabolic Health and Wellness Masterclass.
  • The experts at CMHC are committed to creating education for practicing clinicians, students, and patients interested in the quickly evolving field of cardiometabolic health.

Innovative Allied Health College Launches the Ophthalmic Assistant Program to Meet the Eye Care Needs of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex

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Thursday, June 29, 2023

FORT WORTH, Texas, June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The College of Health Care Professions (CHCP), the largest provider of allied health graduates across the state of Texas, announced today that it has launched a new certificate program to train the next generation of ophthalmology assistants. The program was created based on direct requests to CHCP by local employers, led by UT Southwestern Medical Center, who noted a high need for skilled ophthalmology assistants.

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  • The College of Health Care Professions will offer a blended 36-week certificate program to meet the growing demand for ophthalmology assistants across the region.
  • Ophthalmology assistants, also known as ophthalmic assistants, work alongside ophthalmologists and sometimes optometrists as they perform their day-to-day duties.
  • Ophthalmic assistants can work in a variety of settings, including doctors' offices, medical clinics, hospitals and outpatient care centers.
  • Upon graduation, students will be prepared to sit for the Certified Ophthalmic Assistant examination administered by the International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (IJCAHPO).

JCRI-ABTS and USMI Reports Statistically Significant Results of the Canady Helios Cold Plasma Phase 1 Clinical Trial on Patients with Stage 4 and Recurrent Advanced Solid Tumors

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Thursday, June 15, 2023

(ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT04267575)

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  • (ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT04267575)
    Cancer remains a significant global health challenge, with over 1.9 million new cases and 608,570 cancer-related fatalities in the United States in 2021.
  • USMI’s Canady Helios Cold Plasma (CHCP) system, a non-thermal (26-30°C) and non-contact Cold Atmospheric Plasma (CAP) jet, offers a promising solution.
  • Twenty patients ranging from 26-85 years of age undergoing surgery for advanced stage 4 or recurrent solid tumors were enrolled.
  • Patients with preoperative treatments such as neoadjuvant chemotherapy, immunotherapy, radiation, and previous surgery were eligible.

New Baton Rouge Initiative Aims to Address Louisiana Healthcare Shortage

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Thursday, May 4, 2023

BATON ROUGE, La., May 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Propel America and The College of Health Care Professions (CHCP) have announced a new partnership to help young adults earn in-demand healthcare credentials, in turn unlocking new opportunities for economic mobility and generational financial stability. As part of this new hybrid training program, students will complete online medical assisting classes and in-person skills lab experiences without needing to take on debt for education expenses.

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  • "Together, we're going to put learners first and ensure they're prepared for the real-world qualifications from employers.
  • The new pilot comes as the demand continues to grow for medical assistants, who are often experiencing increased responsibilities in the healthcare setting.
  • The first pilot of 30 students will begin this summer in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, with the end of the program providing job interview and search assistance for each participating student.
  • Propel and CHCP will continue to explore ways to expand the pilot, both in Baton Rouge and in other locations across the country.

Cardiometabolic Health Congress to Present at the National Lipid Association 2023 Scientific Sessions

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Thursday, March 23, 2023

The NLA 2023 Scientific Sessions center on optimizing lipid management in complex patients, the clinical trial landscape, statin intolerance, lipid-lowering drug interactions, and other topics relevant to lipid specialists.

Key Points: 
  • The NLA 2023 Scientific Sessions center on optimizing lipid management in complex patients, the clinical trial landscape, statin intolerance, lipid-lowering drug interactions, and other topics relevant to lipid specialists.
  • This year, CMHC has been selected to present at the NLA 2023 Scientific Sessions on educational outcomes from a CME activity highlighting the improvement in clinician knowledge and competence about treatment choices for lowering LDL-C after myocardial infarction (MI).
  • Co-author and CMHC senior clinical manager Neha Agarwal, PhD, will present the original abstract live from the Omni Atlanta Hotel at CNN Center on June 1-4, 2023.
  • Lipid management is just one facet of the complex field of cardiorenal metabolic health, a fast-growing and increasingly relevant field of medicine and clinical study.

Sweet Deal: Boston-Based College Hill Capital Partners Forms College Circle Creamery, LLC

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023

Boston, Massachusetts--(Newsfile Corp. - March 8, 2023) - College Hill Capital Partners (CHCP), a private equity firm providing equity capital to founder-owned and family-owned middle market companies, announced that the firm, in partnership with CHCP's investors, has formed College Circle Creamery, LLC ("CCC").

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  • Boston, Massachusetts--(Newsfile Corp. - March 8, 2023) - College Hill Capital Partners (CHCP), a private equity firm providing equity capital to founder-owned and family-owned middle market companies, announced that the firm, in partnership with CHCP's investors, has formed College Circle Creamery, LLC ("CCC").
  • College Hill Capital Partners (CHCP) announces formation of College Circle Creamery, to be led by food industry veterans Joe Campbell as CEO and Tim Markowicz as COO.
  • Operated as a portfolio company in partnership by College Hill Capital Partners, its investors, and their affiliated partners, CCC is focused on expanding its manufacturing scale and brand portfolio through direct ownership, licensing, brand management agreements, and strategic investments.
  • College Hill Capital Partners (CHCP) is a private equity firm that provides equity capital to fulfill the financial and strategic objectives of middle market companies and tailors its investments to meet the unique requirements of owners and managers.