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Xironetic Receives FDA Clearance for Augmented Reality Surgical Software

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Monday, November 14, 2022
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Xironetic (chiro-net-ik), an early-stage healthcare technology company, today announced its IntraOpVSP augmented reality (AR) visualization software for complex surgeries has received clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

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  • Xironetic (chiro-net-ik), an early-stage healthcare technology company, today announced its IntraOpVSP augmented reality (AR) visualization software for complex surgeries has received clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
  • The software can be used during surgery and pre-operative planning and includes hand tracking and voice recognition features.
  • Xironetic (chiro-net-ik) is building medical extended reality solutions and is on a mission to augment every surgery.
  • The companys IntraOpVSP software combines augmented reality and computer vision to support complex surgical procedures.

City of Hope Study Finds Medicare Advantage May Put Complex Cancer Surgery Patients at a Disadvantage

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Monday, November 21, 2022
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LOS ANGELES, Nov. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- An analysis by researchers at City of Hope, one of the largest cancer research and treatment organizations in the United States, found that cancer patients with privatized, cost-saving Medicare Advantage were more likely than those with traditional Medicare to go to hospitals with physicians less experienced at performing complicated surgeries, and that they were more likely to die within the first 30 days after the removal of their stomach, pancreas or liver. The study "Medicare Advantage: A Disadvantage for Complex Cancer Surgery Patients" was recently published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology.

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  • The study " Medicare Advantage: A Disadvantage for Complex Cancer Surgery Patients " was recently published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology.
  • The finding is important because nearly half of all Medicare beneficiaries an estimated 29 million Americans are enrolled in Medicare Advantage plans.
  • "The study suggests that cancer patients with Medicare Advantage would experience better short-term health outcomes if more of them had access to hospitals that frequently perform complex cancer surgery," said Mustafa Raoof , M.D., M.S., surgical oncologist at City of Hope and lead author of the new study.
  • In the retrospective study, City of Hope researchers analyzed California Cancer Registry data from 76,655 Medicare beneficiaries who underwent elective inpatient cancer surgery of the lung, esophagus, stomach, pancreas, liver, colon or rectum.

Mount Sinai Phillips School of Nursing Is Renamed and Unveils New Facilities in Upper Manhattan

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Friday, November 18, 2022
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NEW YORK, Nov. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Mount Sinai Health System has officially unveiled its new, state-of-the-art Mount Sinai Phillips School of Nursing (PSON) campus, located at 126th Street and Lexington Avenue. This month marks the 120th anniversary of the school, known formerly as Phillips School of Nursing at Mount Sinai Beth Israel and renamed to coincide with the event.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Mount Sinai Health System has officially unveiled its new, state-of-the-art Mount Sinai Phillips School of Nursing (PSON) campus, located at 126th Street and Lexington Avenue.
  • This month marks the 120th anniversary of the school, known formerly as Phillips School of Nursing at Mount Sinai Beth Israel and renamed to coincide with the event.
  • "We are proud to continue our long history of training the best nurses in the country at the brand-new Phillips School of Nursing," said Todd Ambrosia, DNP, MSN, FNP-BC, FNAP, Dean of the Mount Sinai Phillips School of Nursing and Vice President of Nursing Academic Affairs at Mount Sinai Health System.
  • The Phillips School of Nursing is part of Mount Sinai's expanded investment in and long-standing commitment to best serve upper Manhattan.

Daniel Alexander, MD Appointed Chief Administrative Officer for Orthopedics, Surgical Services, and the Physician Practices affiliated with Auburn Community Hospital (ACH)

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Thursday, November 17, 2022
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Dr. Alexander joined Auburn Orthopedic Specialists in October 2022, and brings with him 20 years of experience performing more than 20,000 surgeries.

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  • Dr. Alexander joined Auburn Orthopedic Specialists in October 2022, and brings with him 20 years of experience performing more than 20,000 surgeries.
  • Dr. Alexander will continue his very active orthopedics practice in Auburn, and has accepted the additional responsibilities for the planning, implementation and evaluation of the medical care in our Surgical Services and local physician practices affiliated with Auburn Community Hospital with the goal of improving medical and operational practices.
  • "We are thrilled to be able to utilize Dr. Alexander's considerable experience and leadership skills as our new Chief Administrative Officer.
  • Auburn Community Hospital is the largest employer in Cayuga County, with a workforce of over 1,000 employees.

Hyperfine Reports Third Quarter 2022 Financial Results

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Thursday, November 10, 2022
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GUILFORD, CONNECTICUT, Nov. 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hyperfine, Inc. (Nasdaq: HYPR), the creator of Swoop, the world's first FDA-cleared portable MRI system, today reported financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2022 and provided a business update.

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  • GUILFORD, CONNECTICUT, Nov. 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hyperfine, Inc. (Nasdaq: HYPR), the creator of Swoop, the world's first FDA-cleared portable MRI system, today reported financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2022 and provided a business update.
  • Revenues for the third quarter of 2022 were $2.348 million, compared to $0.371 million in the third quarter of 2021.
  • Gross margin for the third quarter of 2022 was $0.688 million, compared to $(0.338) million in the third quarter of 2021.
  • Research and development expenses for the third quarter of 2022 were $7.338 million, compared to $6.438 million in the third quarter of 2021.

Hoag Announces $300 Million Boldly Hoag Capital Campaign

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Thursday, November 10, 2022
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IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hoag Hospital Foundation today announced the launch of Boldly Hoag, a $300 million capital campaign to support the ambitious expansion of Hoag's Irvine campus on Sand Canyon Avenue.

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  • Through a range of philanthropic opportunities, the Boldly Hoag capital campaign builds on Hoag's longstanding commitment to the community.
  • The public launch of Boldly Hoag, the largest capital campaign in Hoag's history, is also marked by its milestone 70th anniversary.
  • I encourage everyone to support Boldly Hoag," said Rick Taketa, chair of the Hoag Hospital Foundation Board of Directors.
  • Through Boldly Hoag, the Hoag Hospital Foundation is engaging the entire Orange County community to dream big with Hoag.

UMF Corporation Calls for Nominations for 14th Annual National Hygiene Specialist® Excellence Award

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Thursday, November 10, 2022
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NORTHBROOK, Ill., Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- UMF Corporation is pleased to announce that nominations are open for the 14th annual National Hygiene Specialist® Excellence Award, which acknowledges the environmental services (EVS) workers who play essential roles in reducing preventable healthcare associated infections (pHAIs). pHAIs are among the leading causes of death in the United States. Infecting 1 in 25 hospitalized patients annually, pHAIs put patients at risk, significantly increase the number of hospital days required, and add to healthcare costs. EVS staff are crucial when it comes to controlling pHAIs, which include superbugs such as Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), Clostridioides difficile (C. diff), Vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus (VRE), and COVID-19. Nominations are open through Dec. 31, 2022.

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  • NORTHBROOK, Ill., Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- UMF Corporation is pleased to announce that nominationsare open for the 14th annual National Hygiene Specialist Excellence Award , which acknowledges the environmental services (EVS) workers who play essential roles in reducing preventable healthcare associated infections (pHAIs).
  • "In the United States, infections acquired in healthcare facilities kill more than 75,000 people every year," said UMF CEO George Clarke.
  • While we established our National Hygiene Specialist Excellence Award more than a decade ago, it has never been more important to acknowledge and celebrate these workers who serve as a first line of defense in preventing the spread of pHAIs."
  • The National Hygiene Specialist Excellence Award is an opportunity to recognize their critical contributions.

Ascom Applauded by Frost & Sullivan for Improving Hospital Medical Device Workflows with Its MDI Platform

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Tuesday, November 8, 2022
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SAN ANTONIO, Nov. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Frost & Sullivan recently analyzed the global medical devices connectivity industry and, based on its research findings, recognizes Ascom with the 2022 Global Medical Devices Connectivity Technology Innovation Leadership Award. The company provides a vendor-neutral Medical Device Integration (MDI) platform that adapts to and integrates with any vendor's bedside medical device through a variety of interfaces to collect data and events. Ascom offers serial MDI using a new, innovative, and dedicated magnetic connector and related plug that easily collects and integrates data while enhancing workflows. This provides a unique solution for devices that frequently move from one bed to another and are prone to bending and breaking pins within the connection cables. The automatic identification of integrated medical devices also enables ease of implementation and use.

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  • SAN ANTONIO, Nov. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Frost & Sullivan recently analyzed the global medical devices connectivity industry and, based on its research findings, recognizes Ascom with the 2022 Global Medical Devices Connectivity Technology Innovation Leadership Award.
  • The company provides a vendor-neutral Medical Device Integration (MDI) platform that adapts to and integrates with any vendor's bedside medical device through a variety of interfaces to collect data and events.
  • Ascom offers serial MDI using a new, innovative, and dedicated magnetic connector and related plug that easily collects and integrates data while enhancing workflows.
  • The Ascom MDI Platform exports all data to health information systems, such as electronic health and medical records and patient data management systems.

Ascom Applauded by Frost & Sullivan for Improving Hospital Medical Device Workflows with Its MDI Platform

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Tuesday, November 8, 2022
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SAN ANTONIO, Nov. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Frost & Sullivan recently analyzed the global medical devices connectivity industry and, based on its research findings, recognizes Ascom with the 2022 Global Medical Devices Connectivity Technology Innovation Leadership Award. The company provides a vendor-neutral Medical Device Integration (MDI) platform that adapts to and integrates with any vendor's bedside medical device through a variety of interfaces to collect data and events. Ascom offers serial MDI using a new, innovative, and dedicated magnetic connector and related plug that easily collects and integrates data while enhancing workflows. This provides a unique solution for devices that frequently move from one bed to another and are prone to bending and breaking pins within the connection cables. The automatic identification of integrated medical devices also enables ease of implementation and use.

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  • SAN ANTONIO, Nov. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Frost & Sullivan recently analyzed the global medical devices connectivity industry and, based on its research findings, recognizes Ascom with the 2022 Global Medical Devices Connectivity Technology Innovation Leadership Award.
  • The company provides a vendor-neutral Medical Device Integration (MDI) platform that adapts to and integrates with any vendor's bedside medical device through a variety of interfaces to collect data and events.
  • Ascom offers serial MDI using a new, innovative, and dedicated magnetic connector and related plug that easily collects and integrates data while enhancing workflows.
  • The Ascom MDI Platform exports all data to health information systems, such as electronic health and medical records and patient data management systems.

VANTAGE OUTSOURCING REBRANDS AS VANTAGE SURGICAL SOLUTIONS, EVOLVES TO DELIVER MORE EXPANSIVE EXPERIENCE TO RURAL HEALTHCARE MARKETS

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Monday, November 7, 2022
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EFFINGHAM, Ill., Nov. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vantage Outsourcing announced today that it has completed a major rebranding of the company and will now be known as Vantage Surgical Solutions. The brand evolution was in response to the company's focus on delivering more expansive capabilities across specialty surgical services and to better position the organization for growth into new specialty markets.

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  • "Our vision for Vantage is to serve as an industry leader with best-in-class capabilities across the surgical spectrum," noted Hill.
  • Unlike traditional outsourcing resources that manage equipment and supplies, Vantage equips their clients with state-of-the-art technology, equipment, and resources to deliver great experiences for their patients.
  • Chief Growth Officer, Sean O'Donnell shares how Vantage Surgical Solutions addresses the unique demands of rural healthcare.
  • It's focus is expanding the business to offer reliable, expert surgical solutions that reduce the cost and improve access for rural healthcare.