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Dr. Anna Avaliani Continues Partnership With Exclusive Haute Beauty Network

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dr. Avaliani is a leading female expert on the Upper East Side in New York City specializing in cosmetic and laser surgery. She is a Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, ASLMS (American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery), and a Diplomate of the American Board of Medical Specialties.

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  • Body expert from New York, Dr. Anna Avaliani, continues her partnership with Haute Beauty Network, now in her fifth year.
  • Dr. Avaliani has received numerous and very prestigious awards in record time.
  • Dr. Avaliani shares her expertise by being a certified NovaThreads trainer in NYC with her peers from around the country.
  • Trust your face and body to a top NYC expert, Dr. Avaliani, and experience a unique Bespoke Beauty treatment plan by a true artist and expert.

CHOICES WOMEN'S MEDICAL CENTER CALLS ON THE AMERICAN BOARD OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY (ABOG) TO RECONSIDER ONSITE EXAMINATIONS IN TEXAS

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Founder, President, and CEO of Choices Women's Medical Center (CHOICES) Merle Hoffman, issued the following letter to the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG) today calling on the organization to reconsider onsite examinations for OB/GYNs at their headquarters in Dallas, Texas.

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Founder, President, and CEO of Choices Women's Medical Center (CHOICES) Merle Hoffman, issued the following letter to the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG) today calling on the organization to reconsider onsite examinations for OB/GYNs at their headquarters in Dallas, Texas.
  • Violence towards abortion providers continues to increase in the wake of the Dobbs decision.
  • Hoffman was notified of this change in testing procedures by Dr. Joseph Ottolenghi, Assistant Medical Director at CHOICES.
  • "ABOG should resume online examinations for OB/GYNs as we grapple with the new, Draconian reality of the Dobbs decision."

Judicate West Welcomes Judge Linda S. Marks in Orange County

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023

SANTA ANA, Calif., Sept. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Judicate West, one of California’s leading providers of private dispute resolution services, has added Judge Linda S. Marks, formerly with the Orange County Superior Court, to its roster of neutrals.

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  • SANTA ANA, Calif., Sept. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Judicate West, one of California’s leading providers of private dispute resolution services, has added Judge Linda S. Marks, formerly with the Orange County Superior Court, to its roster of neutrals.
  • Judge Marks is based out of the Orange County office and available statewide as a mediator, arbitrator and private judge.
  • We are thrilled to welcome Judge Marks back home to our Judicate West family.”
    Appointed in 2003 by then-Gov.
  • Prior to her appointment and in addition to serving as a neutral with Judicate West, Judge Marks was a Judge Pro Tem for the Orange County Superior Court and led a civil litigation practice at her own firm Marks & Yocum, where she focused on insurance defense matters.

Anavex Announces Appointment of Dr. Marwan N Sabbagh, MD as Chairman of the Scientific Advisory Board

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

Prof. Dr. Marwan Sabbagh, MD, is a behavioral neurologist in the Alzheimer’s and Memory Disorders Program at Barrow Neurological Institute.

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  • Prof. Dr. Marwan Sabbagh, MD, is a behavioral neurologist in the Alzheimer’s and Memory Disorders Program at Barrow Neurological Institute.
  • He is also a professor and the Vice Chair of Research in the Institute’s Department of Neurology.
  • He is board certified in neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
  • “I’m excited to join Anavex’s Scientific Advisory Board at this time of important progress of the Company,” said Professor Dr. Sabbagh.

Avalyn Pharma Appoints Business Operations Leader, Melissa Rhodes, to the Role of Chief Operating Officer

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Monday, September 11, 2023

Seattle, Sept. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Avalyn Pharma Inc. , a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on development of targeted therapies for life-threatening pulmonary diseases, today announced the appointment of Melissa Rhodes, Ph.D. , D.A.B.T to the newly created position of chief operating officer (COO).

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  • Seattle, Sept. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Avalyn Pharma Inc. , a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on development of targeted therapies for life-threatening pulmonary diseases, today announced the appointment of Melissa Rhodes, Ph.D. , D.A.B.T to the newly created position of chief operating officer (COO).
  • Earlier in her career, she held the position of chief development officer at Aerami Therapeutics and Altavant Sciences, both of which were focused on the delivery of inhaled medicines.
  • She holds a Ph.D. in pharmacology and toxicology from Duke University Medical Center and is a Diplomate of the American Board of Toxicology.
  • “I share Avalyn’s desire to provide an effective inhaled delivery option to patients with interstitial lung diseases.” Dr. Rhodes added.

FORM, The Virtual Obesity Medicine Clinic, Launches FORMfit, A New Program Helping Employers Expand Access to High-Quality Obesity Care While Controlling Costs

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

Today, FORM , the virtual obesity medicine clinic, officially launched FORMfitTM, a new program helping employers expand access to high-quality, clinical obesity care while managing costs.

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  • Today, FORM , the virtual obesity medicine clinic, officially launched FORMfitTM, a new program helping employers expand access to high-quality, clinical obesity care while managing costs.
  • FORMfit allows employers to ensure that all employees with obesity have access to best-in-class, specialized clinical care rather than cutting off access due to budgetary constraints.
  • “With nearly half of American adults impacted by obesity and obesity care costs exploding, employers are compelled to find a solution that helps them offer meaningful obesity care and expanded medication access to their employees while managing costs.
  • FORM is a virtual obesity medicine clinic taking an entirely unique approach and pioneering an obesity medicine model that is physician-led and patient-focused.

Kidstown Expands Katy, Texas Office; Welcomes Two New Dentists

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

KATY, Texas, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kidstown Dental announced today the addition of two highly skilled and compassionate dentists in their Katy, Texas office. Dr. Catherine Fillmore and Dr. Nichole Siripon will carry forward Kidstown Dental's traditions of providing exceptional, enjoyable and compassionate care.

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  • Dr. Catherine Fillmore and Dr. Nichole Siripon to join Kidstown Dental in Katy, Texas
    KATY, Texas, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kidstown Dental announced today the addition of two highly skilled and compassionate dentists in their Katy, Texas office.
  • Dr. Catherine Fillmore and Dr. Nichole Siripon will carry forward Kidstown Dental's traditions of providing exceptional, enjoyable and compassionate care.
  • "We are beyond excited to welcome Dr. Fillmore and Dr. Siripon to our team at Kidstown Dental," says Dr. Amy Luedemann, founder of Kidstown Dental.
  • Kidstown Dental is thrilled to introduce two contemporary dental solutions: Nightlase and Invisalign.

Dr. Thomas McNemar Continues Partnership With Exclusive Haute Beauty Network

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- "Every patient is beautiful and unique. I believe that cosmetic surgery can renew and accentuate one's outer beauty, while enhancing inner beauty and a higher sense of confidence," says board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Thomas McNemar. With his office in Tracy, he attracts patients from the San Francisco Bay Area, Pleasanton, and Modesto alike.

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  • Face expert from San Francisco, Dr. Thomas McNemar, continues his partnership with Haute Beauty Network, now in his second year.
  • I believe that cosmetic surgery can renew and accentuate one's outer beauty, while enhancing inner beauty and a higher sense of confidence," says board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Thomas McNemar.
  • I believe that cosmetic surgery can renew and accentuate one's outer beauty, while enhancing inner beauty and a higher sense of confidence."
  • Dr. Thomas McNemar attended the Medical College of Ohio, where he decided to pursue a surgical career.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Dennis K. Burns as a Pinnacle Life Member for his contributions to the field of Neuropathology

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

DALLAS, Sept. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Dennis K. Burns is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Life Member for his contributions to the field of Neuropathology.

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  • DALLAS, Sept. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Dennis K. Burns is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Life Member for his contributions to the field of Neuropathology.
  • Dr. Burns launched his pursuit of higher education at Baylor University where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry in 1974.
  • He then attended Texas Southwestern Medical School where he received an MD in 1978.
  • The doctor capped his formal education with fellowships in surgical pathology and neuropathology completed at the University of Texas Southwestern from 1978 to 1985.

ABMS Announces Class of 2023-2024 Visiting Scholars

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Monday, September 11, 2023

CHICAGO, Sept. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) has selected thirteen outstanding individuals to participate in its 2023-2024 Visiting Scholars Program™. Established in 2014, the one-year, part-time program supports early-career physicians and researchers in scholarship and leadership development focusing on initial and continuing board certification. Each Visiting Scholar receives a $15,000 financial award.

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  • Thirteen scholars will receive financial awards for research in physician well-being, quality improvement, and diversity, equity, and innovations in assessment
    CHICAGO, Sept. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) has selected thirteen outstanding individuals to participate in its 2023-2024 Visiting Scholars Program™.
  • Established in 2014, the one-year, part-time program supports early-career physicians and researchers in scholarship and leadership development focusing on initial and continuing board certification.
  • "We are pleased to support a record number of ABMS Visiting Scholars this year," stated Greg Ogrinc, MD, MS, ABMS Senior Vice President, Certification Standards and Programs.
  • ABMS Visiting Scholars are selected based on the quality of their proposed research project, the relevance of their research to the ABMS mission and the certification community, and demonstration of making significant progress on the project during the scholar year.