Read Top Medical > Laboratory and Research Headlines and Articles from http://medicalprnews.com en-us http://medicalprnews.com/rss_feeds.htm http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/09/medicines-for-malaria-venture-mmv-joins-the-pool-for-open-innovation-against-neglected-tropical-diseases-168753.htm Sat, 04 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT Global Health Progress supports MMV's decision to contribute its intellectual property. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/09/gmp-synthesis-chemistry-services-cro-onyx-scientific-reports-increased-small-scale-production-for-phase-i-and-ii-clinical-studies-168719.htm Sat, 04 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT Onyx Scientific manufacture high value intermediates and APIs to GMP-compliant standards for both phase I and phase II clinical studies. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/09/world-chiropractic-alliance-protests-kaiser-permanente-policy-change-168502.htm Fri, 03 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT The World Chiropractic Alliance (WCA) has contacted Kaiser Permanente to voice its opposition to the health plan company's decision to exclude cervical Chiropractic Manipulative Treatment (CMT) from its policy coverage. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/9/james-e-foley-phd-named-to-exclusive-membership-organization-168702.htm Fri, 03 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT Dr. James E. Foley, Ph.D., is a leader in diabetes drug discovery and development http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/09/walkup-law-office-says-the-depuy-asr-hip-implant-cup-failed-long-before-expected-and-advertised-168537.htm Thu, 02 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT After hundreds of reports of failure and loosening of the ASR cup, as well as warnings from leading physicians, and a growing number of lawsuits, DePuy finally decided to recall its defective ASR acetabular cup on August 26, 2010. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/9/marilyn-s-kerr-named-professional-of-the-year-in-clinical-pathology-168469.htm Thu, 02 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT Marilyn S. Kerr distinguished for professional longevity in the healthcare field http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/09/center-for-medical-science-chemical-kill-system-168639.htm Thu, 02 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT Practical Applications, Inc. (PAI), a leading environmental company, has just commissioned the chemical/biological decontamination system (chemical kill system) at the Center For Medical Science in Albany, NY. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/09/method-for-predicting-nanoparticle-behavior-in-humans-developed-by-researchers-at-nc-states-centennial-biomedical-campus-167993.htm Wed, 01 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT Researchers in North Carolina State University's College of Veterinary Medicine have developed a method for predicting the ways nanoparticles will interact with biological systems - including the human body. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/8/heather-r-nutsch-named-to-exclusive-membership-organization-167718.htm Mon, 30 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Heather R. Nutsch celebrates eight years as a health data coordinator for the University of Nebraska Medical Center http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/8/rex-f-famitangco-named-to-exclusive-membership-organization-167742.htm Mon, 30 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Under Rex Famitangco, Morrill County Community Hospital's Clinical Laboratory was awarded the COLA Laboratory Excellence Award for two consecutive inspection cycles http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/genadyne-biotechnologies-is-awarded-5year-veteran-administration-contract-167702.htm Sun, 29 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Contract will cover negative pressure wound therapy and therapeutic support surfaces. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/depuy-asr-hip-recall-announced-long-after-reports-of-high-revision-rates-and-metal-ion-release-in-patients-depuy-asr-hip-lawyers-offer-free-claim-evaluations-for-patients-nationwide-167703.htm Sun, 29 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT The DePuy ASR hip recall is a hip recall that hip replacement patients should review to see if they are affected and to determine if they qualify to file hip replacement lawsuits and medical monitoring. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/enforcement-change-leads-to-surge-in-drug-recalls-167623.htm Sat, 28 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Recalls of prescription and non-prescription drugs surge by over 300 percent in 2009. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/arlington-heights-dentist-reaches-out-to-patients-with-new-interactive-practice-website-167654.htm Sat, 28 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Family and cosmetic dentist in Arlington Heights, Dr. Barsoum of Impressive Smiles, has announced the launch of his new, state-of-the-art practice website. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/walkup-melodia-kelly-schoenberger-files-defective-hip-lawsuits-against-depuy-orthopaedics-167791.htm Fri, 27 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Patients who underwent a DePuy ASR hip replacement and who are now suffering symptoms should talk to an attorney and understand their legal rights to compensation. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/brooklyn-podiatrist-launches-informational-blog-for-practice-167436.htm Fri, 27 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Brooklyn podiatrist, Dr. Michael Perlstein, launches blog via practice website to improve patient education. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/8/rae-ann-ludwig-joins-the-ranks-of-leading-professionals-167610.htm Fri, 27 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Rae Ann Ludwig obtained a Bachelor's Degree while working full-time and having two babies http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/brain-tumor-advocacy-organization-miles-for-hope-remembers-senator-ted-kennedy-one-year-later-167372.htm Thu, 26 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT To honor Senator Kennedy on the one-year anniversary of his death from brain tumor, non-profit Miles for Hope advises America on the signs, symptoms and emerging personalized treatment approaches for brain tumors. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/8/catheryn-p-hood-is-distinguished-for-nearly-30-year-of-experience-in-the-sciences-167283.htm Thu, 26 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Medical technologist Catheryn P. Hood provides important diagnostic results for medical treatment http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/new-klas-report-examines-getting-your-moneys-worth-with-acute-care-emr-systems-167415.htm Thu, 26 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Healthcare providers share recent EMR purchase experiences, the value received from the purchase and how well vendor solutions meet their needs. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/integration-and-functionality-drive-ris-decisions-166728.htm Tue, 24 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT New KLAS report explores the pros and cons and new energy of acute care, community and ambulatory RIS systems. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/improving-patient-satisfaction-enhancing-safety-and-quality-with-htts-newest-teamwork-training-program-teamstepps-plus-165872.htm Wed, 18 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Traditionally, patient safety and patient satisfaction have been viewed as separate distinct domains. We believe that TeamSTEPPS PLUS is the single proven intervention that can improve both in the same program. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/rma-of-new-york-continuing-to-lead-the-way-in-reproductive-medicine-presents-research-findings-at-eshre-2010-annual-meeting-165884.htm Wed, 18 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Reproductive Medicine Associates of New York, leading the way in research, continues to identify opportunities to improve patient successes. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/bioscience-laboratories-announces-testing-capabilities-for-ndm1-165887.htm Wed, 18 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT BioScience Laboratories has obtained seven clinical isolates that provide a strong model for predicting a product's efficacy against "Super-Bugs", such as the New Delhi metallo-a-lactamase 1 (NDM-1) strain. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/the-laser-warehouse-implements-used-cosmetic-lasers-customer-satisfaction-program-165972.htm Wed, 18 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT The Laser Warehouse has implemented a customer satisfaction program that includes a comprehensive 17 step quality assurance program, certified laser training and equipment repair and maintenance services. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/memphis-podiatrist-helps-patients-put-their-best-foot-forward-with-cosmetic-foot-surgery-165985.htm Wed, 18 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Experienced foot surgeon and podiatrist in Memphis, Dr. Nathan Lucas of Advanced Foot and Ankle Care of Memphis, LLC, is offering professional cosmetic foot surgery to help patients enhance the appearance of their feet. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/new-york-city-podiatrist-offering-new-pinpointe-footlaser-for-fast-and-effective-nail-fungus-removal-165352.htm Fri, 13 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Leading NYC podiatrist, Dr. Ernest Isaacson, introduces PinPointe FootLaser, an advanced treatment for toenail fungus in his Manhattan office. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/center-for-human-reproduction-patient-reports-excellent-response-with-dhea-165160.htm Thu, 12 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT A top fertility center's innovative use of DHEA to increase female fertility brings new hope to their patients - and its proven effectiveness increases DHEA's popularity worldwide. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/stem-cells-repair-brain-damage-umbilical-cord-blood-and-developing-tooth-buds-contain-stem-cells-that-can-change-lives-stem-cells-from-developing-tooth-buds-offer-a-second-chance-for-stem-cells-165096.htm Thu, 12 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT "Cord blood wakes up drowning victim's brain" is a headline that thrills Wayne Franco MD. Dr Wayne Franco wants to drastically improve the lives of children and adults with brain damage, stroke, brain trauma and cerebral palsy. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/paulson-enterprises-llc-announces-the-purchase-of-a-new-building-site-for-bioscience-laboratories-165057.htm Wed, 11 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Paulson Enterprises, LLC has purchased a new building site, located between Remington Way and Kagy Avenue on South 19th Street in the Kagy Crossroads Subdivision of Bozeman, to be the new home of BioScience Laboratories, Inc. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/growth-in-ivd-testing-despite-economic-jitters-says-kalorama-report-164804.htm Wed, 11 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT IVD is a global business. While the U.S. is a large healthcare market, much of the dynamism occurs in other areas. Many of the most interesting developments are occurring in emerging markets, a reality that has aided the market despite economic woes. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/two-industry-leaders-proliant-health-and-biologicals-and-lampire-biological-laboratories-form-strategic-partnership-to-provide-bovine-serum-albumin-164671.htm Mon, 09 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT This partnership will meet market needs with quality, value and flexibility. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/centennial-campus-welcomes-new-corporate-partner-all-systems-broadband-164643.htm Sun, 08 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT NC State University's research park and technology campus has more than 60 partners. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/extended-belt-life-with-new-aquagard-7360-center-drive-conveyor-from-dorner-mfg-164501.htm Sat, 07 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Newest offering in the AquaGard family of sanitary conveyors gives customers in the baking, snack food and other food industries greater flexibility to meet their product handling needs. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/ultrasonix-medical-corporation-opens-china-office-164542.htm Sat, 07 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Ultrasonix Medical Corporation is pleased to announce that it has opened a Representative Office in Shanghai, China to better support their growing customer base and will act as a liaison between Ultrasonix and its customers and partners in China. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/pressurevolume-loops-in-realtime-with-admittance-164276.htm Fri, 06 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT PV Loop System technological advancement now available for Cardiovascular Assessment of Larger Heart models. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/another-risk-of-surgical-tourism-foreign-breast-implants-164040.htm Thu, 05 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Many find that if they simply combine their procedure with a vacation to an exotic locale, they can get both the vacation and the surgery for less than they could get the surgery alone here. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/medwow-international-medical-equipment-portal-launches-redesigned-website-164006.htm Thu, 05 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT MedWOW.com has launched its new feature-rich site, with improved services and design based on international customer and franchisee feedback. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/cosmetic-dentist-in-west-orange-and-livingston-recognized-as-new-jersey-top-dentist-in-2010-164172.htm Thu, 05 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Leading dentist in West Orange and Livingston, Dr. Ivan Stein of Northfield Dental Group, has been named by his peers as one of the Top Dentists in the state in New Jersey Monthly's Magazine July 2010 issue. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/medical-device-consultancy-emergo-group-opens-office-in-hamburg-germany-164118.htm Thu, 05 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT To meet the needs of their growing European client base, medical device consultancy Emergo Group Inc. has opened a new office in Hamburg, Germany. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/clinical-pharmacology-study-group-cpsg-announces-open-enrollment-for-psoriasis-a-chronic-autoimmune-disease-163825.htm Wed, 04 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Worcester, MA-based CPSG has many available spaces for participation in clinical trials. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/prominent-national-healthcare-leaders-join-axion-health-advisory-board-163257.htm Mon, 02 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT Clinicians with information technology experience commit expertise to occupational health solution provider Axion Health Inc. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/08/1st-class-medical-oxygen-concentrator-division-sets-industry-standard-by-establishing-the-first-consistent-sales-approach-to-selling-oxygen-concentrators-to-oxygen-therapy-patients-162689.htm Sun, 01 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT 1st Class Medical, a leader in respiratory oxygen equipment, puts the patient before profits. The company's new policies and procedures save oxygen therapy patients time and money. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/07/hhs-concludes-that-urgent-attention-must-be-paid-to-medical-error-rate-163535.htm Sat, 31 Jul 2010 07:00:00 GMT The annual National Healthcare Quality Report addresses persistent gaps in health care quality and access, especially for minorities and the poor. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/07/old-town-alexandria-dentist-takes-new-patient-care-to-the-next-level-163544.htm Sat, 31 Jul 2010 07:00:00 GMT Leading Alexandria cosmetic dentists, Drs. Hanna, Pham and Gioffre, have recently added downloadable new patient forms to their practice website in order to simplify the registration process for new patients. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/07/clinical-pharmacology-study-group-cpsg-announces-open-enrollment-for-diabetic-neuropathy-163422.htm Sat, 31 Jul 2010 07:00:00 GMT Trials open for several diseases at our Worcester, MA site, including diabetic neuropathy. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/07/global-health-progress-highlights-viiv-healthcares-announcement-of-new-initiatives-163354.htm Fri, 30 Jul 2010 07:00:00 GMT Initiatives will improve access to HIV medicines for people living in the least developed countries. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/07/lakeview-dentist-dr-jeffrey-feffer-introduces-brand-new-practice-website-163364.htm Fri, 30 Jul 2010 07:00:00 GMT Well-known dentist in Lakeview and Lincoln Park, Dr. Jeffrey Feffer, has announced the kick off of his new practice website, which was designed to improve patient communication and education. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/07/significant-loopholes-in-approval-process-for-medical-devices-163103.htm Thu, 29 Jul 2010 07:00:00 GMT A recent report by Public Citizen, an advocacy group based in Washington, D.C., highlights what it refers to as "significant loopholes" in the approval process for medical devices. http://medicalprnews.com/medical_laboratory_and_research_articles/2010/07/promise-for-herpes-staph-sufferers-shown-in-probioticderived-immune-support-supplement-163000.htm Thu, 29 Jul 2010 07:00:00 GMT Pure Research Products eyeing clinical trials following successful studies on mice