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Donald S. Karcher, MD, FCAP, elected 38th President of the College of American Pathologists

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Saturday, October 7, 2023
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Donald S. Karcher, MD, FCAP, is the newly elected President of the College of American Pathologists (CAP).

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  • Donald S. Karcher, MD, FCAP, is the newly elected President of the College of American Pathologists (CAP).
  • At a meeting of the membership on Saturday, October 7, 2023, Dr. Karcher was inaugurated as the organization’s 38th President.
  • “As pathologists we all share the same challenges, celebrate the same victories, and deal with the same defeats.
  • Another goal is to assure pathologists are increasingly visible to the healthcare system and to their patients.

Interventional Spine and Sports Medicine Physiatrist Malia Cali, MD, to Join The Steadman Clinic in Mid-September

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
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Dr. Cali, physiatrist who specializes in interventional spine and sports medicine will work from The Steadman Clinic’s Frisco location.

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  • Dr. Cali, physiatrist who specializes in interventional spine and sports medicine will work from The Steadman Clinic’s Frisco location.
  • Dr. Cali comes to The Steadman Clinic after completing a sports medicine fellowship at the University of Washington in Seattle.
  • “I know the providers here at The Steadman Clinic are utilizing regenerative medicine and PRP (platelet-rich plasma) in their practices.
  • The Steadman Clinic now has offices and/or surgical centers in Aspen, Basalt, Edwards, Dillon and Frisco in addition to Vail.

Vicki Lyons, MD, is being recognized by Continental Who's Who

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Thursday, December 15, 2022
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OGDEN, Utah, Dec. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vicki Lyons, MD, is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Pinnacle Lifetime Member in Healthcare an Allergist and Immunologist and in acknowledgment of her practice, Advanced Allergy & Asthma.

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  • OGDEN, Utah, Dec. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vicki Lyons, MD, is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Pinnacle Lifetime Member in Healthcare an Allergist and Immunologist and in acknowledgment of her practice, Advanced Allergy & Asthma.
  • Dr. Lyons earned her medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans.
  • While in medical training, Dr. Lyons received the prestigious Presidential Merit Scholarship and was selected for a National Institute of Health Study Research Fellowship.
  • Dr. Lyons has been a principal investigator for more than 130 FDA-funded research studies involving various illnesses and medications.

Ronald J. Wauters, MD is recognized by Continental Who's Who

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Tuesday, September 6, 2022
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SEARCY, Ark., Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ronald J. Wauters, MD, is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Distinguished Professional for his exemplary career in the Medical field and in acknowledgment of his work at Unity Health.

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  • SEARCY, Ark., Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ronald J. Wauters, MD, is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Distinguished Professional for his exemplary career in the Medical field and in acknowledgment of his work at Unity Health.
  • With over three decades of experience in behavioral health services, Dr. Wauters is a distinguished, board-certified psychiatrist practicing in Searcy, AR.
  • Currently, he serves as the medical director of the behavioral health services department at Unity Health in Searcy, AR.
  • Since the latter year, he has excelled as the medical director with the behavioral health services department at Unity Health.

Memorial Healthcare System Selects K. Scott Wester, FACHE, as New President and CEO

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Wednesday, June 29, 2022
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HOLLYWOOD, Fla., June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The South Broward Hospital District Board of Commissioners has chosen K. Scott Wester, FACHE, as Memorial Healthcare System's President and Chief Executive Officer. Wester recently served as Executive Vice President of Strategic Partnerships and Advocacy for Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System in Baton Rouge, La. He succeeds Aurelio M. Fernandez, III, FACHE, who retired in May 2022. Wester is scheduled to start on July 5, 2022.

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  • The South Broward Hospital District Board of Commissioners has chosen K. Scott Wester, FACHE, as Memorial Healthcare System's President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • HOLLYWOOD, Fla., June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The South Broward Hospital District Board of Commissioners has chosen K. Scott Wester, FACHE, as Memorial Healthcare System's President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • Wester recently served as Executive Vice President of Strategic Partnerships and Advocacy for Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System in Baton Rouge, La.
  • The Board of Commissioners, who oversee all actions of Memorial Healthcare System, worked with the executive search firm WittKieffer to recruit nationally for a new president and CEO for Memorial.

Vicki Lyons, MD is recognized by Continental Who's Who

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Monday, June 20, 2022
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OGDEN, Utah, June 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vicki Lyons, MD, is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Distinguished Woman in Healthcare for her outstanding achievement as an Allergist and Immunologist and in acknowledgment of her practice, Advanced Allergy & Asthma.

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  • OGDEN, Utah, June 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vicki Lyons, MD, is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Distinguished Woman in Healthcare for her outstanding achievement as an Allergist and Immunologist and in acknowledgment of her practice, Advanced Allergy & Asthma.
  • Highly skilled in diagnosing and treating seasonal allergies, food allergies, eczema, and asthma, Dr. Lyons prides herself on taking a patient-centered approach to short-term and long-term care plans.
  • She works closely with her patients, taking time to answer their questions and concerns thoroughly.
  • Dr. Lyons earned her medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans to pursue her career.

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Appoints Dr. Michael Nance as New Chief of the Division of Pediatric General, Thoracic, and Fetal Surgery

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Monday, June 6, 2022
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PHILADELPHIA, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) has appointed Michael L. Nance, MD as the Chief of the Division of Pediatric General, Thoracic, and Fetal Surgery, effective July 1, 2022.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) has appointed Michael L. Nance, MD as the Chief of the Division of Pediatric General, Thoracic, and Fetal Surgery, effective July 1, 2022.
  • He is on the editorial boards of Pediatric Emergency Care and an Associate Editor for Journal of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery.
  • He has published 165 peer-reviewed papers and 44 chapters, editorials, and reviews on a variety of topics in pediatric surgery and pediatric trauma.
  • About Children's Hospital of Philadelphia:A non-profit, charitable organization, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia was founded in 1855 as the nation's first pediatric hospital.

American Oncology Network Appoints Stephen “Fred” Divers, MD as Chief Medical Officer

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Wednesday, May 18, 2022
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Fort Myers, Fla., May 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- American Oncology Network, LLC (AON), a high-growth medical oncology provider with a focus on supporting the long-term viability of oncology treatment in community-based settings is pleased to announce that Stephen Fred Divers, MD has been named as the companys new Chief Medical Officer (CMO).

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  • Fort Myers, Fla., May 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- American Oncology Network, LLC (AON), a high-growth medical oncology provider with a focus on supporting the long-term viability of oncology treatment in community-based settings is pleased to announce that Stephen Fred Divers, MD has been named as the companys new Chief Medical Officer (CMO).
  • Divers as our Chief Medical Officer, said Todd Schonherz , AON Chief Executive Officer.
  • AON and its practices are uniquely positioned to serve cancer patients with convenient and affordable quality cancer care, said Dr.
  • American Oncology Network, LLC (AON) is an alliance of physicians and seasoned healthcare leaders partnering to ensure the long-term success of community oncology.

DaVita Kidney Care Appoints New Chief Medical Officer of Home Modalities

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Wednesday, February 16, 2022
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DENVER, Feb. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- DaVita Kidney Care today announced Dr. Mihran Naljayan as chief medical officer (CMO) of Home Modalities.

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  • DENVER, Feb. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- DaVita Kidney Care today announced Dr. Mihran Naljayan as chief medical officer (CMO) of Home Modalities.
  • "Dr. Naljayan is a relentless innovator with a bold vision for at-home kidney care, including helping to increase equitable access to home dialysis for our patients," said Dr. Jeff Giullian, CMO for DaVita Kidney Care.
  • DaVita (NYSE: DVA) is a comprehensive kidney care provider focused on transforming care to improve the quality of life for patients globally.
  • DaVita has reduced hospitalizations, improved mortality and worked collaboratively to propel the kidney care community to adopt an equitable, high-quality standard of care for all patients, everywhere.

Arzu Hatipoglu, MD is recognized by Continental Who's Who

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Thursday, January 27, 2022
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METAIRIE, La., Jan. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Arzu Hatipoglu, MD, is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Distinguished Nephrologist for her professional excellence in the field of medicine and her medical contributions at the Metropolitan Kidney Centers.

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  • METAIRIE, La., Jan. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Arzu Hatipoglu, MD, is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Distinguished Nephrologist for her professional excellence in the field of medicine and her medical contributions at the Metropolitan Kidney Centers.
  • Dr. Arzu Hatipoglu, a board-certified nephrologist, has devoted 22 years to serving the medical community and caring for her patients with the Metropolitan Kidney Centers.
  • She demonstrates proven knowledge and experience in adult internal medicine and pediatric medicine.
  • Similar to the mission of the Kidney Centers, Dr. Hatipoglu is committed to serving the families of south Louisiana and providing quality dialysis services.