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Dr. Anthony Fletcher Installed as President of the Association of Black Cardiologists

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星期二, 四月 23, 2024
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WASHINGTON, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Association of Black Cardiologists (ABC) proudly announces it 20th President, Dr. Anthony Fletcher.

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  • WASHINGTON, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Association of Black Cardiologists (ABC) proudly announces it 20th President, Dr. Anthony Fletcher.
  • He is an interventional cardiologist with CHI St. Vincent Cardiology and Medicine Clinic in Little Rock, Arkansas.
  • Dr. Fletcher is a graduate of Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio, and the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine.
  • During his presidency, Dr. Fletcher is committed to forging the mission and vison of the ABC by ensuring inclusivity and diversity for all.

Honor the Gift disputes CMS' claim that there is no change in Medicare coverage of blood tests for monitoring rejection in transplant patients

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星期三, 九月 27, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Honor the Gift, a coalition representing organ transplant patients across the nation, along with other allied leaders across the transplant field, respond to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services' (CMS) press release stating that "neither CMS nor the Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs) have made changes that affect patients' ability to have blood tests used to monitor for organ transplantation rejection covered when ordered by their physicians in medically appropriate circumstances."  

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  • The Honor the Gift coalition finds this statement inaccurate and contradicted by patients and physicians nationwide.
  • The changes announced on March 2, 2023, have alarmed transplant patients and clinicians across the nation, followed by an apparent decline in physician ordering of these vital blood tests1.
  • The Honor the Gift coalition and allies dispute this assertion – this is not a "clarification" but a change in coverage policy.
  • The concerns raised by patients, clinicians, and Congress emphasize the need for continued dialogue to restore longstanding Medicare coverage.

MedCerts and The George Washington University Hospital Partnership Creates New Career Paths for Employees

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星期二, 六月 27, 2023
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(NYSE: LRN), an education company that provides online and blended education programs, announced a new partnership with The George Washington University Hospital that gives GW Hospital employees professional development opportunities.

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  • (NYSE: LRN), an education company that provides online and blended education programs, announced a new partnership with The George Washington University Hospital that gives GW Hospital employees professional development opportunities.
  • Through the partnership, interested GW Hospital employees will be awarded scholarships through The GW Hospital Learning Academy to pursue careers as Central Sterile Processing Techs, Pharmacy Techs, and Patient Care Techs at GW Hospital.
  • “The meaningful partnership with MedCerts is an exciting endeavor as it will assist our employees with beginning new careers in a high-demand field,” said Kim Russo, CEO of The George Washington University Hospital.
  • "We are so excited about the potential of this partnership between MedCerts and The George Washington University Hospital," Todd Goldthwaite, Managing Director of Portfolio Companies at Stride Inc. said.

Leading Patient Advocacy Groups Launch Honor the Gift Campaign to Oppose Medicare Restrictions to Post-Transplant Diagnostic Testing

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星期一, 五月 15, 2023
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WASHINGTON, May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading transplant advocacy groups announced today the re-activation of the Honor the Gift campaign, a coalition dedicated to advocating for greater access and coverage to ensure the long-term health of transplant patients. The reinvigorated campaign, which originally contributed to the successful passage of the Immuno Bill, will take on the latest challenge following Medicare's recent restriction of non-invasive diagnostic tests for solid organ allograft injury. Additionally, the coalition will focus on state and federal policies to protect and expand access to innovative tests that are vital to post-transplant patient's health.

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  • The Honor the Gift campaign will focus first and foremost on restoring Medicare coverage following the March 2023 release of a billing article that restricts coverage of non-invasive post-transplant diagnostic tests like dd-cfDNA and GEP.
  • A recent survey of transplant patients found that 95% believe reduced coverage for non-invasive tests would negatively impact their post-transplant care.
  • "I am proud to be part of the Honor the Gift campaign to advocate for continued coverage.
  • American journal of transplantation: official journal of the American Society of Transplantation and the American Society of Transplant Surgeons vol.

DC Mother-Baby Wellness boosts resilience for over 1,000 new and expectant mothers experiencing stress, anxiety and depression

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星期二, 四月 18, 2023
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Using advanced fetal MRI technology, her published research continues to show that stress, anxiety or depression in pregnant mothers alters babies’ brain development.

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  • Using advanced fetal MRI technology, her published research continues to show that stress, anxiety or depression in pregnant mothers alters babies’ brain development.
  • At DC MBW, Dr. Limperopoulos and her team serve mostly women of color with complex social needs that drive their anxiety, stress, depression and other mental health concerns.
  • Dr. Limperopoulos says the team’s data indicate expectant mothers’ symptoms of depression drop dramatically within as few as six weeks of engagement with the wellness program’s services.
  • “Our research clearly supports the need for the care and resources we provide through the DC Mother-Baby Wellness initiative.

NDA Partners Appoints Senior Global Regulatory Affairs Executive, Dr. Daniela Drago as Partner in the Firm

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星期二, 四月 4, 2023
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WASHINGTON, April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- NDA Partners' Vice President and General Manager, Eric Fish, announced today that Dr. Daniela Drago, a senior global regulatory affairs executive, has been appointed as Partner in the firm. Dr. Drago first worked as an Expert Consultant with NDA Partners in 2014 and formerly held senior global regulatory and medical affairs positions at Biogen, Roche, Vifor Pharma, Reckitt Benckiser, Aurion Biotech, and Bausch & Lomb.

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  • NDA Partners' Vice President and General Manager, Eric Fish, announced today that Dr. Daniela Drago, a senior global regulatory affairs executive, has been appointed as Partner in the firm.
  • Dr. Drago first worked as an Expert Consultant with NDA Partners in 2014 and formerly held senior global regulatory and medical affairs positions at Biogen, Roche, Vifor Pharma, Reckitt Benckiser, Aurion Biotech, and Bausch & Lomb.
  • WASHINGTON, April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- NDA Partners' Vice President and General Manager, Eric Fish, announced today that Dr. Daniela Drago , a senior global regulatory affairs executive, has been appointed as Partner in the firm.
  • Dr. Drago is a CMC and global regulatory affairs executive with a history of accomplishments spanning pharmaceutical, biotech, and academic roles.

Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia Institute at St. David's Medical Center hosted international conference on complex cardiac arrhythmias

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星期三, 六月 15, 2022
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AUSTIN, Texas, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On June 2 and 3, 2022, the Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia Institute (TCAI) at St. David's Medical Center hosted its sixth international symposium on complex arrhythmias, EPLive 2022.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On June 2 and 3, 2022, the Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia Institute (TCAI) at St. David's Medical Center hosted its sixth international symposium on complex arrhythmias, EPLive 2022.
  • Participants included practicing clinical cardiac electrophysiologists, electrophysiologist fellows and general cardiologists who have an interest in treating complex cardiac arrhythmiasa condition in which the heart beats with an irregular or abnormal rhythm.
  • The primary teaching tool was live cases broadcast from the new, state-of-the-art Electrophysiology Center at St. David's Medical Center, with expert commentary.
  • Physicians received a maximum of 14 American Medical Association (AMA) Physician's Recognition Award (PRA) Category 1 Credithours at the conference.

Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia Institute at St. David's Medical Center hosted international conference on complex cardiac arrhythmias

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星期三, 六月 15, 2022
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AUSTIN, Texas, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On June 2 and 3, 2022, the Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia Institute (TCAI) at St. David's Medical Center hosted its sixth international symposium on complex arrhythmias, EPLive 2022.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On June 2 and 3, 2022, the Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia Institute (TCAI) at St. David's Medical Center hosted its sixth international symposium on complex arrhythmias, EPLive 2022.
  • Participants included practicing clinical cardiac electrophysiologists, electrophysiologist fellows and general cardiologists who have an interest in treating complex cardiac arrhythmiasa condition in which the heart beats with an irregular or abnormal rhythm.
  • The primary teaching tool was live cases broadcast from the new, state-of-the-art Electrophysiology Center at St. David's Medical Center, with expert commentary.
  • Physicians received a maximum of 14 American Medical Association (AMA) Physician's Recognition Award (PRA) Category 1 Credithours at the conference.

Dr. Victor Moyo, MBChB, Joins OncoPep as Chief Medical Officer

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星期二, 五月 17, 2022
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CAMBRIDGE, Mass., May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- OncoPep, Inc. has named Dr. Victor Moyo Chief Medical Officer effective May 9th.

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  • CAMBRIDGE, Mass., May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- OncoPep, Inc. has named Dr. Victor Moyo Chief Medical Officer effective May 9th.
  • "Dr. Moyo is a seasoned veteran with strong clinical and regulatory experience with Pre-IND/IND, Phase I through IV studies, and NDA submissions," said Michael Krepps, Chief Operating Officer of OncoPep.
  • Before joining OncoPep, Moyo worked at L.E.A.F Pharmaceuticals (LEAF) where he established and managed a strong R&D division and laboratory of 15 scientists.
  • OncoPep, Inc. is developing novel immunotherapeutics to prevent the progression of cancer, extend survival, and restore the quality of life of patients.

EDENBRIDGE HEALTH AND ELEMENT CARE SELECTED TO DEVELOP NEW PACE PROGRAM IN WASHINGTON, D.C.

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星期二, 四月 19, 2022
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BOSTON, April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Edenbridge Health and Element Care announced today that the two organizations have been selected in a competitive review process to develop a PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) center in Washington, D.C. The new program, which will be called Edenbridge PACE at Skyland, will serve frail older adults residing in Wards 7 and 8. The new PACE program is co-owned by Edenbridge Health and Element Care, a leading non-profit PACE operator based in Lynn, Massachusetts.

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  • Edenbridge PACE at Skyland Town Center to Deliver Comprehensive, Top-Quality Health Care to Older Adults in Wards 7&8
    BOSTON, April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Edenbridge Health and Element Care announced today that the two organizations have been selected in a competitive review process to develop a PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) center in Washington, D.C.
  • The new PACE program is co-owned by Edenbridge Health and Element Care, a leading non-profit PACE operator based in Lynn, Massachusetts.
  • "Edenbridge was selected from among several other highly qualified applicants in a very competitive RFP process," said Stephen Gordon, MD, MBA, founder and CEO of Edenbridge Health.
  • "Element Care is delighted to collaborate with Edenbridge Health and to help frail elders in the nation's capital."