Physician Law Weekly

Emageon Inc. - Emageon Signs Multi-year Cardiovascular PACS Agreement with Novation

Emergency Medicine - Data on emergency medicine described by researchers at Western Michigan University

Emergency Medicine - New emergency medicine study findings have been published by J.R. Miner and colleagues

Endometrial Cancer Therapy - Hacettepe University reports research in endometrial cancer therapy

Epilepsy - Breakthrough Research Presented at American Epilepsy Society (AES) Meeting

Epilepsy - Study findings from New York University, Epilepsy Center provide new insights into epilepsy

Express Scripts, Inc. - Express Scripts Provides 2008 Earnings Per Share Guidance

Financing - Clarus Therapeutics Announces Completion of $8 Million Series C Financing Round

Fitch Ratings - Fitch Affirms Essentia Health (Minnesota) Outstanding Revs at 'A-'; Outlook Stable

Fitch Ratings - Fitch: For-Profit Hospitals 3rd Quarter 2007 Marked by Weak Volumes and Strong Pricing

Flu Vaccines - Scientists at University of Zurich, Institute for Social and Preventive Medicine detail research in flu vaccines

ForHealth Technologies Inc. - ForHealth Technologies Inc. Announces IntelliFlowRx(TM) - World's First I.V. Room Workflow Manager for Hospital Pharmacies

Gallbladder Disease - Studies from University of Pittsburgh, Department of Epidemiology describe new findings in gallbladder disease

Gender Studies - Research from A. Wilson and co-authors provides new data about gender studies

Gene Therapy - New gene therapy study findings reported from Columbia University, Institute for Cancer Genetics

Genetics & Genomics - BioView Ltd. Named Fastest Growing Life Sciences Company in Deloitte Fast 500 EMEA

Geriatric Nursing - New geriatric nursing study findings have been reported by researchers at University of Massachusetts

GetWellNetwork, Inc. - Florida Hospital Altamonte Enriches Patient Experience with GetWellNetwork PatientLife System, Committed to Raising Patient Safety and Satisfaction

Glioblastoma Risk Factors - Study results from Case Western Reserve University, CASE Comprehensive Cancer Center update understanding of glioblastoma risk factors

Headache and Migraine - New headache and migraine research from C.M. Owen et al outlined

Health Insurance - Findings from P. Hassenteufel and co-authors broaden understanding of health insurance

Health Insurance - Health Plan Membership Up 3.2%

Health Insurance - New LJS Study Finds Broad Consumer Acceptance of Behind-The-Counter Drugs

Health Insurance - Studies from S.G. Federico et al in the area of health insurance described

Health Management Systems, Inc. - California Department of Health Care Services Extends Contracts with HMS

Health Policy - NHHF Scholarship Program Targets Growing Demand for Diversity Among Health Care Professionals; Students Selected From New York and New Jersey

Heart Attack - New heart test to save time, money -- and lives

Heart Attack - Research from State University of New York in heart attack provides new insights

Heart Attack - Studies from University of Schleswig-Holstein further understanding of heart attack

Heart Attack Prevention - Research from H.O. Peels and co-authors in the area of heart attack prevention published

Heart Attack Therapy - Researchers at Creighton University release new data on heart attack therapy

Heart Bypass Surgery - Scientists at Cardiopulmonary Research Science and Technology Institute publish new data on heart bypass surgery

Heart Disease - Researchers from Ben-Gurion University describe findings in heart disease

Heart Disease Prevention - Study findings from Stanford University, Falk Cardiovascular Research Center provide new insights into heart disease prevention

Heart Failure - Novant Health(R) Selects Cardiocom(R) to Provide Telemonitoring for Presbyterian Hospital Heart Failure Program

Heart Failure Risk Factors - University of Alabama, Center for Education and Research on Therapeutics publishes research in heart failure risk factors

Hemorrhagic Stroke - Research from University of California provides new data about hemorrhagic stroke

Hepatitis - Study data from University of Arizona update knowledge of hepatitis

Herpes Zoster Virus - New herpes zoster virus study findings have been reported by H.E. Cannon and colleagues

Hip Fracture - Factors identified to help predict risk of hip fracture in postmenopausal women

HIV/AIDS - AMPATH: Restoring lives not just immune systems

HIV/AIDS - Boehringer Ingelheim Initiates NEwArT Study Comparing Viramune(R) (nevirapine) to a Ritonavir-Boosted Atazanavir-based Regimen in Treatment-Naive HIV Patients

HIV/AIDS - Kaiser Permanente Announces $1.3 Million in Grants for HIV/AIDS Services

HIV/AIDS - New HIV/AIDS research has been reported by scientists at Ohio State University

HIV/AIDS - Take the Test, Take Control: World AIDS Day 2007

HIV/AIDS Epidemiology - Researchers at Duke University, Center for Health Policy publish new data on HIV/AIDS epidemiology

Human Papillomavirus Vaccines - Study data from Laval University provide new insights into human papillomavirus vaccines

Hyperparathyroidism - New hyperparathyroidism study findings reported from Columbia University

Hypertension - A new method allows for the early diagnosis of pulmonary hypertension

IASIS Healthcare LLC - IASIS Healthcare to Participate in Bank of America 2007 Credit Conference

ICW - Five Hospitals to Share Patient Data: ICW Connects Regional Medical Centers and University Facility

Indiana Health Information Exchange, Inc. - Indiana Health Information Exchange Names Chief Medical Officer

Inflammatory Bowel Disease - Investigators at Kings College, Department of Gastroenterology publish new data on inflammatory bowel disease

Influenza - Data on influenza detailed by A. Dedonno and co-authors

Influenza - Investigators at University of Pittsburgh zero in on influenza

Ingenious Med - Kelsey-Seybold Clinic Selects Ingenious Med for Practice Management Solution

Internal Medicine - New internal medicine research from University of Texas, Department of Family Medicine discussed

Internal Medicine - New research on internal medicine from University of Chicago, Department of Medicine summarized

International Association of Forensic Nurses - International Association of Forensic Nurses Announces their 2007 Award Winners

IPRO - Theodore O. Will to Receive New York Business Group on Health Leadership Award

Irritable Bowel Syndrome - Research reports on irritable bowel syndrome from Konkuk University, Department of Internal Medicine provide new insights

JAMA and Archives Journals - Patient knowledge of heart risk profile may help improve cholesterol management

JAMA and Archives Journals - Undocumented Latinos visit physicians less often than US-born counterparts

Kiadis Pharma - Promising Data ATIR Studies Presented by NIH Investigators

Kryptiq Corporation - Kryptiq's Connect IQ Drives Practice Efficiency and Patient Friendly Experience

Kryptiq Corporation - Speaker Nancy Pelosi Learns How Secure Messaging is Transforming Healthcare

Life Sciences - Findings in life sciences reported from W.B. Weeks and co-researchers

Life Sciences - Investigators at University of New Mexico zero in on life sciences

Life Sciences - New findings from University of Pennsylvania in the area of life sciences described

Life Sciences - New life sciences data have been reported by scientists at King's Center for Military Health Research

Life Sciences - New life sciences research from Baylor University outlined

Life Sciences - New life sciences research from New York University, Division of General Internal Medicine outlined

Life Sciences - New life sciences study findings have been reported from EMGO Institute, Department of General Practice

Life Sciences - Report summarizes life sciences study findings from University of Geneva, Medical Faculty

Life Sciences - Reports from University Laval, Department of Family Medicine add new data to research in life sciences

Life Sciences - Reports outline life sciences study findings from St. George's Hospital, Radiology Department

Life Sciences - Reports summarize life sciences study results from Johns Hopkins Hospital

Life Sciences - Research from A.N. Aggawal et al has provided new information about life sciences

Life Sciences - Research from Tehran University of Medical Sciences provide new insights into life sciences

Life Sciences - Research from University of Pennsylvania in the area of life sciences described

Life Sciences - Research results from Association of American Medical Colleges update knowledge of life sciences

Life Sciences - Researchers at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital publish new data on pediatric in children

Life Sciences - Scientists at Columbia University, New York State Psychiatric Institute release new data on life sciences

Life Sciences - Studies from Harvard University yield new information about life sciences

Life Sciences - Studies from Linkoping University have provided new information about life sciences

Life Sciences - Study findings from West Virginia University broaden understanding of life sciences

Life Sciences - Study results from Chang-Gung University, Department of Emergency Medicine broaden understanding of pediatric in children

LifeNet Health - LifeNet Health and IMS Announce Partnership

Liver Cancer - Study findings on liver cancer are outlined in reports from G.D. Coronado and colleagues

LUCA Sunscreen - FDA Sunscreen Labeling Decision Delayed Another Month, Leading U.S. Physician to Say, 'Enough Is Enough'

Lung Cancer - 64-Slice CT Wages High-Tech Battle Against Lung Cancer

Lung Cancer - Study findings on lung cancer are outlined in reports from S.T. Lee and colleagues

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Malaria - Study of malaria parasite in patient blood finds distinct physiological states

Managed Care - Researchers from Harvard University discuss findings in managed care

Managed Care - Scientists at Kaiser Permanente discuss research in managed care

Managed Care - Small Health Plans Making Inroads in Florida Marketplace

Marketing and Licensing Agreements - Altarum Leads $1 Million Investment Round in Cielo MedSolutions

Marketing and Licensing Agreements - Hospitals, Technology Vendors, Healthcare Organizations Join National Initiative to Write the Rules on Electronic Insurance Verification, Claims Status

Marketing and Licensing Agreements - Norman Physician Hospital Organization Selects eClinicalWorks Unified EMR/PM Solution

MDVIP, Inc. - Why is a CEO's Health More Important Than Mine?

Medical Informatics - Reports outline medical informatics study findings from University of Toronto

Medical Present Value, Inc. - MPV Secures Contract with North Canton Medical Foundation to Verify Reimbursement

Medicare and Medicaid - AARP Pennsylvania Hosts Panel on Strengthening Medicare

Medicare and Medicaid - AARP Pennsylvania to Host Medicare Forum

Medicare and Medicaid - Coalition Opposing Medicare Cut for Seniors' Nursing Home Benefit Steps Up Activity Over Recess

Medicare and Medicaid - Data from S.M. Dy and colleagues advance knowledge in medicare and medicaid

Medicare and Medicaid - eDispense(TM) Vaccine Manager to Process Physician Administration Fees for Vaccines Covered under Medicare Part D

Medicare and Medicaid - HHS Reports to Congress on Value-Based Purchasing of Hospital Services by Medicare

Medicare and Medicaid - ikaSystems Wins Prestigious Healthcare Innovation(TM) Award for Solution with the Greatest Market Potential

Medicare and Medicaid - Michigan Medicaid Extends Contract With HMS

Medicare and Medicaid - New medicare and medicaid study findings reported from Technical University

Medicare and Medicaid - New research on medicare and medicaid from Center for Clinical and Genetic Economics summarized

Medicare and Medicaid - North Dakota Department of Human Services, Medical Services Division Selects U.S. Care Management to Provide New Medicaid Care Management Program

Medicare and Medicaid - PCMA: Independent Drugstore Lobby's 'Prompt Pay' Agenda Could Cost Medicare $3.1 Billion Over the Next Decade

Medicare and Medicaid - Smokers Cost Medicaid System Nearly $10 Billion

MedPage Today - MedPage Today(R) Wins Prestigious eHealthcare Leadership Award

Medsphere Systems Corporation - Medsphere Welcomes New Chief Marketing Officer

Medversant Technologies LLC - Unlicensed Medical Providers Threaten the Healthcare Industry, Medversant Technologies Offers Continuous Credentials Monitoring Solution

Meniscectomy - Investigators at Yale University have published new data on meniscectomy

Molluscum Contagiosum - ReBuilder Medical Technologies, Inc. Announces Record Sales Month

Montefiore Medical Center - Steven M. Safyer, MD, Appointed President and CEO of Montefiore Medical Center

Multiple Sclerosis Quality of Care - New findings from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in the area of multiple sclerosis quality of care described

Myeloma - Geron Initiates Clinical Trial of Telomerase Inhibitor Drug in Patients with Multiple Myeloma

Myeloma - New myeloma study results reported from University of Texas

Myeloma - Penn's Abramson Cancer Center part of major phase III study for myeloma

National Center for Policy Analysis - NCPA Study: Government, Insurers Keep Medicine in Stone Age

Neuralgia - Valeant Pharmaceuticals Starts Phase 2 Retigabine Study for Treatment of Postherpetic Neuralgia

Neurosurgery - New findings from Wayne State University, Medical Department in the area of neurosurgery published

Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Therapy - Findings from University of Michigan, Department of Radiation Oncology broaden understanding of non-small cell lung cancer therapy

NSAIDS - Study data from University of Queensland provide new insights into NSAIDS

Nu Vela Esthetica - Dr. Raffi Dishakjian, M.D. Helps Patients Lose Fat with Non-Surgical Lipotherapy

Nventa Biopharmaceuticals Corporation - Nventa Updates Progress with New HspE7 in Phase 1 Trial in Cervical Dysplasia

Obesity - Another Complication for Gastric Bypass Patients

Obesity - UPMC Health Plan Launches We Can! to Combat Youth Obesity

Obesity and Diabetes - New perspectives on health disparities in breast cancer research

Obesity and Diabetes Prevention - New findings from Ulleval University, Center for Preventive Medicine in the area of obesity and diabetes prevention described

Obstetrics and Gynecology - Research on obstetrics and gynecology published by E.M. Mcclure et al

Obstructive Sleep Apnea - Studies from San Raffaele University in the area of obstructive sleep apnea described

Occupational Health - Research from University of Amsterdam, Coronel Institute of Occupational Health has provided new information about occupational health

Oncology - Oncologists Nationwide Choose IntelliDose for Clinical Safety and Efficiency

Onychomycosis - Researchers at University of Minnesota, Department of Medicine target onychomycosis

Ophthalmology - Studies from Albany Medical College, Department of Ophthalmology describe new findings in ophthalmology

OPTIMIZERx Corporation - FEATURE/Prescription for Trouble: New Study Shows Many Patients Skipping Meds Due to Rising Co-Pays

Oridion Systems Ltd. - Oridion Announces Major Medical Research and Congress Presentations

Orion HealthCorp, Inc. - Orion HealthCorp Announces Results of Special Meeting

Orthopedics - Prominent Orthopaedic Hand and Upper Extremity Surgeon Joins Radlink Board of Directors

Osteoporosis - Proposed Bill to Protect Patient Access to Osteoporosis Testing by Reversing Cuts in Medicare Reimbursement

Osteoporosis - Research conducted at Duke University has provided new information about osteoporosis

Osteoporosis - Zosano Pharma, Inc. Closes Enrollment in Phase 2 Trial

Osteoporosis Therapy - Data on osteoporosis therapy discussed by researchers at University of Gottingen, Department of General Practice

Pacer Health Corporation - Pacer Health Corporation Enters into Letter of Intent for the Sale of Minnie G. Boswell Memorial Hospital in Greene County, Georgia

Pancreatic Cancer - NCCN Updates Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma Guidelines

Pancreatic Cancer Therapy - Researchers from Columbia University report on findings in pancreatic cancer therapy

Papilloma Vaccines - Researchers from University of Geneva, Center for Vaccinology discuss findings in papilloma vaccines

Paraplegia - New findings in paraplegia described by F.Y. Chioutan and co-researchers

Parkinson Disease - Reports from Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center, Department of Neurology describe recent advances in Parkinson disease

Pediatric Nursing - Research from University of Ottawa in the area of pediatric nursing published

Pediatrics - New pediatrics study findings have been reported from R.M. Viner et al

Pediatrics - Research on pediatrics described by scientists at University of Utah

Pediatrics - Researchers at University of Pittsburgh, Medical Department target pediatrics

Pediatrics - Somerset Pediatric Group Selects Intergy EHR by Sage Electronic Health Records Solution

Pediatrics - Studies by J.K. Kuzin and co-authors describe new findings in pediatrics

Pediatrics - Studies from University of Colorado have provided new data on pediatrics

Pediatrics - Study findings from Columbus Children's Hospital broaden understanding of pediatrics

Pharmacological - Researchers at Charite University target pharmacological

Pharmacy Research - Researchers at Rhode Island Hospital target pharmacy research

PhotOBaby - PhotOBaby Launches First Consumer Product for Customizing and Sharing Prenatal Images and Video Taken in Physician's Office

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - Studies from D.J. Rosen et al in the area of plastic and reconstructive surgery described

Pneumococcal Disease - Pneumococcal conjugate vaccines can improve the lives of HIV-infected children

Pneumonia - Studies from Z. Harrington et al in the area of pneumonia described

Pneumothorax - New pneumothorax research has been reported by A. Lal et al

Press Ganey Associates, Inc. - Press Ganey Welcomes Deborah Paller to Executive Team

Prostate Cancer - 'Mismatched' prostate cancer treatment more common than expected

Prostate Cancer - Many prostate cancer patients receive improper or 'mismatched' therapies

Prostate Cancer - Research on prostate cancer described by H.G. Welch and colleagues

Psoriatic Arthritis - Researchers' work from University of Leeds focuses on psoriatic arthritis

PSS World Medical, Inc. - PSS World Medical Promotes Kevin P. English to Senior Vice President, Supplier Operations

Psychiatry - Data on psychiatry detailed by F. Mildenberger and co-authors

Psychiatry - Penn Research Shows Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Effective in Treating Major Depression

Psychiatry - Research findings from National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences update understanding of psychiatry

Psychiatry - Research on psychiatry in adolescents detailed by scientists at Children's Hospital

Public Health - Research reports from A.C. Volkers and co-authors provide new insights into public health

Quality and Safety In Health Care - Research from University of Pennsylvania in the area of quality and safety in health care described

Quality of Life - Scientists at Texas A&M University target quality of life

Quality of Life - Umea University details research in quality of life

Radiological Society of North America - Injury Report Shows All-Terrain Vehicles Not Child's Play

Radiology - Medical Device Manufacturer Trixell Improves Production Visibility, Traceability with Apriso FlexNet Solution

Recto Vaginal Fistula - Cook Medical Delivers Innovative Treatment for Recto-Vaginal Fistulas

Regulatory Actions - Abbott to Present Comprehensive Safety and Efficacy Data on XIENCE(TM) V Drug Eluting Stent to FDA Advisory Committee on Nov. 29

Regulatory Actions - Prometheus Licenses COLAL-PRED(R) From Alizyme

Reproductive Health - Dr. Lawrence Werlin Appointed to Editorial Review Board of Fertility Today Magazine

Reproductive Health - Too much sugar turns off gene that controls the effects of sex steroids

Respiratory Syncytial Virus - Meridian Bioscience Receives FDA Clearance for Two New Rapid Tests for the Detection of Influenza and Respiratory Syncytial Virus

Retinal Detachment - New retinal detachment study findings have been reported by S.J. Sheu and co-researchers

Retinopathy of Prematurity - New research on retinopathy of prematurity from Columbia University summarized

Rheumatology - Research on rheumatology described by Y. Tokuda and colleagues

SCI Solutions - Consumer Health World Honors SCI Solutions

Seizure - Research findings from Columbus Children's Hospital update understanding of seizure

Sleep Disorders - Research in the area of sleep disorders reported from University Hospital

Smoking - New research review shows that your family doctor may be the key to quitting smoking

Stent System - Boston Scientific Welcomes FDA Panel Recommendation to Approve PROMUS(TM) / XIENCE(TM) V Everolimus-eluting Coronary Stent System

Stent System - FDA Advisory Committee Recommends Approval of Abbott's XIENCE(TM) V Drug Eluting Stent System

Sunquest Information Systems, Inc. - Sunquest Announces Lab Software Sale to TriCore Reference Laboratories of New Mexico to Serve Eight Regional Hospitals

Surgery - Cardinal Health Signs Agreement with Novation for Presource(R) Custom Procedure Kits, Procedure Based Delivery Systems

Surgery - Data on surgery published by researchers at University of Kentucky, Department of Surgery

Surgery - Findings from Carlos Haya Hospital provide new insights into surgery

Surgery - New study questions disparities in vascular surgery among Hispanics

Surgical Technology - NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital Implements LiveData's Visually Integrated Operating Room; 'Wall of Knowledge' Advances Patient Safety

Syncope - New syncope research from Keio University, Medical Department outlined

T-System, Inc. - SUNY Downstate Medical Center Reduces Coding Backlog by 80% with the T SystemEV(R) Version 2.6

TechniScan Medical Systems, Inc. - The Italian Esaote Group and Salt Lake City, Utah-based TechniScan Medical Systems Sign Key Technology Sharing and Financial Partnership Agreement

Tenet Healthcare Corporation - Tenet Enters into New National Agreement with UnitedHealthcare

The American College of Physicians Foundation - System of Simplified, Standardized Dosing Instructions for Prescription Medication Container Labels Proposed at Sixth Annual National Health Communication Conference

The Jay Group - The Jay Group Lands Contract with Vitamin Supplement Supplier, Healthy Directions

The Peninsula College of Medicine and Dentistry - Out-of-hours doctors reluctant to do home visits, say patients

Thomson Healthcare - Thomson Healthcare and PhRMA Expand Partnership to Inform Physicians About Partnership for Prescription Assistance

Thrombosis Epidemiology - Scientists at Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Department of Diagnostic Radiology publish research in thrombosis epidemiology

Titanium Group, Ltd - Titanium Group Announces Biometric Contract with One of the Most Active Clinics in Hong Kong

Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. - Toshiba America Medical Systems Improves Features on Education Web Site

Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. - Toshiba Showcases New Clinical Applications for Aquilion CT Product Line at RSNA

Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. - Toshiba Showcases Ultrasound 4D Volumetric Imaging Applications and New Xario XG at RSNA

Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. - Toshiba Unveils New Low-Contrast X-Ray Imaging Feature at RSNA

Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. - Toshiba's AquilionONE Receives FDA Clearance

Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation - Toshiba Reaches Milestone of 20,000 CT Units Produced

Transdermal Delivery - Vyteris Announces Appointment of Haro Hartounian, PhD, as Chief Technology Officer

Transfusion Medicine - Scientists at University of North Carolina, Cecil G. Sheps Center for Health Services Research target transfusion medicine

Tuberculosis Cell Biology - New tuberculosis cell biology research reported from Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine

Type 2 Diabetes - Reports outline type 2 diabetes study results from University of Calgary

UnitedHealthcare - The Nebraska Medical Center, UNMC Physicians and UnitedHealthcare Sign New Multi-Year Agreement

URAC - URAC Names Finalists in First-Ever Best Practices in Consumer Empowerment and Protection Awards

Vapotherm, Inc. - Vapotherm(R) Launches New Device, Precision Flow(TM)

Vascular Disease - Arterial vascular disease underdiagnosed, undertreated in older US women

Vascular Disease Epidemiology - Researchers' work from Cornell University focuses on vascular disease epidemiology

Verilogue - Verilogue is Finalist for Technology Startup of the Year

Wackenhut Corporation - Wackenhut Enhances Health Insurance Plans Without Raising Costs

Walgreens - Low Payments by CVS Caremark Force Walgreens to Withdraw as a Provider from Four Insurance Plans

Wellness - Missouri Consolidated Health Care Plan Wins National Award for ''Best Wellness Initiative''

Women's Health - Data on women's health discussed by researchers at University of Pittsburgh