ACHE of South Florida Member Spotlight: Haroula Norden
By Lois Thomson
Haroula Norden is just wrapping up her year as president of the South Florida Chapter of ACHE – the American College of Healthcare Executives – and she was able to sum it up in a few words: “There was a lot of great success for the chapter!”
Norden took a moment to reflect more specifically on the happenings and achievements of the past year, starting with sponsorships: “It was a record year for sponsorships, and I really want to thank our sponsors for their generosity. It takes their donations to help us further our mission of educating and networking, and without their support year after year, it would be impossible for us to schedule all of our great events.”
Such events included hosting an education seminar every month, and Norden said she was proud that the chapter was able to have prestigious people on the panels who gave members an opportunity to learn, to meet with other professionals, and to hear about the latest undertakings in healthcare.
Among other accomplishments, Norden said the chapter wanted to expand its digital presence, and the goal was to reach more than 5,000 members on LinkedIn. She proudly stated, “We exceeded that goal, and we had an opportunity to present the success we had on digital space at the national chapter leaders conference.”
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From now through Jan. 15, 2025, Floridians without health insurance can enroll in affordable coverage through the federal health insurance marketplace, healthcare.gov. Insured Floridians can renew their coverage on the marketplace, too. There are 15 different health plans participating in Florida’s marketplace for 2025, giving individuals and families multiple options to meet their care needs.
There is no income limit to qualify for marketplace coverage, and assistance with the cost of premiums may even be available for those who earn more than 400 percent of the federal poverty level. Cost-sharing reductions to make deductibles and other point-of-service cost-sharing obligations, such as copayments, more affordable are also available for individuals with incomes up to 250 percent of the federal poverty level. Floridians can check eligibility requirements on healthcare.gov.
Historically, Florida has had the largest number of marketplace enrollees nationwide. More than 4 million Floridians were enrolled in marketplace coverage in 2024, a significant increase from 2023, driven in part by the end of continuous Medicaid eligibility that was in place during the COVID public health emergency. Almost all enrollees (98 percent) qualified for premium assistance to reduce their monthly premium costs, and 63 percent qualified for cost-sharing reductions. With the premium assistance, the average monthly premium was $60.
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BROWARD HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER STAFF ENJOY A SWEET SURPRISE TO CELEBRATE RICK CASE AUTOMOTIVE GROUP’S DONATIONS TO THE HOSPITAL
November 26, 2024 – Rita Case, president and CEO of Rick Case Automotive Group, and Shane Strum, president and CEO of Broward Health, served up pumpkin and apple pie to Broward Health staff during Thanksgiving week to celebrate Rick Case Automotive Group’s multiple donations to the healthcare system.
Over the last few years, Rita and Rick Case Automotive Group, have donated $210,000 to Broward Health to support healthcare initiatives. One of Case’s generous donations established a new ECHO Lab at Broward Health Medical Center. This state-of-the-art lab features the latest echocardiography technology to provide detailed imaging of the heart and blood flow, helping healthcare professionals assess and improve heart health.
“Extraordinary care, life-saving technology and high-quality services like those provided by the Broward Health system are so vitally important to our residents,” Case said. “We are passionate about giving back and always looking for opportunities to improve the health and wellbeing of our communities.”
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MAJOR LEAGUE BALLPLAYER ANTHONY RIZZO HOSTS “WALK-OFF FOR CANCER,” RAISES NEARLY $1 MILLION
November 24, 2024 – The Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation hosted its 13th Annual Walk-Off For Cancer at Pine Trails Park in Parkland, raising nearly $1 million to benefit pediatric cancer patients, families, and fund research. More than 1,000 people participated on-site or virtually in the event, which consisted of a timed 5K run, 5K walk, entertainment, food and drinks, photo opportunities, and a special kid’s zone presented by i9 Sports.
Anthony Rizzo, a major league ballplayer and a cancer survivor, started his foundation in 2012 to assist families, and he did just that with a surprise announcement that the nonprofit would be paying the mortgage of a Coral Springs family for a year as their child battles leukemia. Jackson Walker is a patient at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital and his single mom, Britt McCluskey, lost her job after missing work to care for her child.
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David A. Motola, M.D., Joins Baptist Health as a General Surgeon
November 26, 2024 – Board-certified general surgeon David A. Motola, M.D., has joined Baptist Health. He is trained to manage a broad spectrum of surgical conditions affecting most areas of the body. He has expertise in bariatric and minimally invasive surgery and performs robotic surgery to address abdominal wall hernias, hiatal hernias, gallbladder disease and other foregut issues. His clinical interests include both medical and surgical weight loss.
After earning his medical degree at New York Medical College in Valhalla, N.Y., Dr. Motola completed a five-year general surgery residency and a bariatric surgery fellowship at Orlando Regional Medical Center. During his fellowship, he was a general surgeon at Orlando Health South Seminole Hospital and Orlando Health Dr. P. Phillips Hospital.
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CHILDREN’S DIAGNOSTIC & TREATMENT CENTER’S 32ND ANNUAL THANKSGIVING BASKET BRIGADE DELIVERS 800 MEALS
November 25, 2024 – Children’s Diagnostic & Treatment Center (CDTC) hosted its 32nd annual Thanksgiving Basket Brigade, where over two days volunteers delivered 800 Thanksgiving meals to families caring for children with special healthcare needs.
“We’re incredibly grateful to the volunteers and sponsors who make it possible to spread joy to families who need it most,” said Ana Calderon Randazzo, executive director of CDTC. “The annual basket brigade is a chance for us to come together, express our gratitude, and give back to our most vulnerable patients and their families during this meaningful time of year.”
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Miami Cancer Institute Physician-Researchers Contribute to New Guidelines for the Treatment of Pancreatic Cancer
November 27, 2024 – Physician-researchers from Miami Cancer Institute, part of Baptist Health South Florida, contributed to new international guidelines focused on radiation therapy target volumes and dosing strategies for pancreatic cancer. The guidelines were recently published in the International Journal of Radiation Oncology, Biology, Physics (Red Journal).
“These expert guidelines will provide critical guidance to the radiation oncology community for how to employ more effective target volumes and higher dosing strategies for patients with locally advanced pancreatic tumors, which currently are not routine at most institutions,” said Michael D. Chuong, M.D., vice chair and medical director in the department of radiation oncology at Miami Cancer Institute as well as co-author of the article. “We have published data showing that this novel approach decreases the probability of tumor recurrence after radiation therapy and may contribute to prolonging patient survival. This was an intensely collaborative effort, and research published on this topic at Miami Cancer Institute where volume- and dose-escalated radiation therapy has been a standard of care since 2018 for locally advanced pancreatic cancer influenced the development of the guidelines. It speaks to the quality of the procedures and research conducted in our department and at our institute.”
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FAU Acquires State-of-the-Art MRI System to Advance Research Capabilities
November 25, 2024 – Florida Atlantic University has added a new state-of-the-art Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) system to its research infrastructure. This cutting-edge technology marks a transformative step forward for FAU’s research capabilities, enabling groundbreaking studies in neuroscience, clinical health and medical advancements.
MRI research is a versatile field that integrates multiple areas of scientific and clinical interest, providing insights into both mental and physical health conditions. Studies utilizing MRI can evaluate disorders such as depression, anxiety, chronic pain and fatigue, shedding light on their underlying neural mechanisms. Furthermore, MRI is instrumental in assessing body physiology across various systems, including cardiac, gastrointestinal (GI), and musculoskeletal health. By capturing high-resolution images and functional data, it helps to uncover the structural and functional changes associated with these conditions.
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McNichols Family Gift Expands Access to Team Member Assistance Program at Tampa General Hospital
The McNichols family endowment enables the Tampa General Hospital Team Member Assistance Program to broaden support for team members and continue in perpetuity.
Tampa, FL – November 25, 2024 – Tampa General Hospital (TGH) and the TGH Foundation today expressed gratitude to the McNichols family for their generous contribution in support of the academic health system’s Team Member Emergency Fund, which has been rebranded as the McNichols Team Member Assistance Program, and now provides sustainable support and resource assistance to team members.
The McNichols Team Member Assistance Program allows the academic health system to care for team members navigating unexpected challenges they and their families may face outside of work. Since its establishment in 2009, the program has helped team members and their families in various ways, including resources for home repairs due to hurricane damage, gas cards to provide financial assistance due to an unexpected economic peak and computers and school supplies in preparedness for school, and has provided more than $2.5 million in financial assistance and resources to team members in need. Most recently, it is providing support to team members at all levels throughout the organization as they navigate the devastating direct and indirect impacts of Hurricane Helene, which was the most severe storm to affect the region in more than a century.
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Jupiter Medical Center Achieves ACR Designation as Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence
November 25, 2024 – Jupiter Medical Center has been designated a Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence® (DICOE) by the American College of Radiology® (ACR®). To receive this elite distinction, facilities must achieve accreditation from the ACR in all modalities they offer and for which the ACR has an accreditation program. Additionally, they are required to engage in two ACR National Radiology Data Registries (NRDR®) and participate in both Image Wisely® and Image Gently®. These programs are designed to ensure patient safety and optimize imaging practices.
The DICOE program represents the pinnacle of medical imaging care and is an achievement that goes beyond accreditation, recognizing the best-quality imaging practices and diagnostic care. Achieving this honor involves a comprehensive assessment of the entire medical imaging system, evaluating professional staff, technology, policies and procedures, and patient care.
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First in the Nation: Jupiter Medical Center Launces the Happiness Program for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care
November 22, 2024 – Jupiter Medical Center is proud to be the first hospital in the nation to acquire the “Happiness Program,” a new interactive light projector aimed at enhancing the quality of life for patients with Alzheimer’s and Dementia.
This innovative program, which originated in the UK and was developed in collaboration with Social-Ability, enables patients at Jupiter Medical Center to engage in interactive games to enhance connections with caregivers and family members. The portable device projects light patterns that encourage movement through activities like popping bubbles and playing the piano, creating a vibrant, safe environment for individual or group enjoyment. Its versatility allows for projections on various surfaces, ensuring patients can engage comfortably wherever they feel at ease.
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The DCMA is seeking physicians interested in serving the leadership of the organization
November 25, 2024 - The DCMA Board is a dynamic collection of physician leaders that share the vision and enthusiasm to lead to our organization forward. If you are interested in joining your colleagues in our efforts to improve the practice of medicine in our community, please consider volunteering.
The DCMA is looking for volunteers to serve in the following positions:
Secretary/Treasurer
District Representatives
For purposes of representation on the DCMA Board, Miami-Dade County is divided into two (2) Districts using Flagler Street in Miami as a division line between District 1 (North of Flagler Street) and District 2 (South of Flagler Street), each corresponding to the physician’s primary area of practice. Consideration will be given to ensure inclusion of all specialties.
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West Palm Beach VA honors American hero, Mr. Thomas H. Corey
November 26, 2024 – WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – The West Palm Beach VA Healthcare System (WPBVAHCS) is excited to announce the signing into law of a bill (H.R.7333) on behalf of U.S. Senator Marco Rubio and U.S. Congressman Brian Mast to rename the West Palm Beach VA Medical Center as the Thomas H. Corey VA Medical Center. This bill officially renames the main campus, one of eight clinical care sites of care within the West Palm Beach VA Healthcare System.
Mr. Thomas H. Corey was not just a patient of the local VA health care system, he was a national treasure and steadfast supporter who was integral in the medical center’s inception and ongoing operations.
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West Palm Beach VA announces new Associate Chief of Staff for Surgery
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla – .November 27, 2024 – – The West Palm Beach VA Health Care System (WPBVAHCS) announces the appointment of Dr. Gustavo Lopes, DO, FACOS, as the new Associate Chief of Staff for Surgery for the West Palm Beach VA Healthcare System (WPBVAHCS) effective November 18, 2024.
Prior to joining the WPBVAHCS, Dr. Lopes worked for the Palm Beach Health Network Physician Group and Cleveland Clinic Martin Health where he served as Chairman of the Department of Surgery and Digestive Disease Institute Director.
As a general surgeon, Dr. Lopes specializes in robotic and minimally invasive surgery including abdominal hernia repair, hiatal hernia repair and bariatric surgery.
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Healthgrades recognizes HCA Florida JFK Hospital as a Top Hospital for Specialty Care
November 21, 2024 – Atlantis, FL – HCA Florida JFK Hospital announced today that it has achieved numerous accolades for clinical excellence from Healthgrades, the #1 site Americans use when searching for a doctor or hospital. Among JFK Hospital’s distinctions are several specialty excellence awards, placing the hospital among the nations’ top 5% for surgical care, spine surgery and overall orthopedic services and among the nation’s top 10% for cardiac surgery, vascular surgery, cardiac services, pulmonary services, coronary intervention and treatment of stroke. The hospital was also rated five stars for 18 services including colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, treatment of sepsis, respiratory failure and diabetic emergencies.
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Sarasota Memorial’s Emergency Care Centers Earn Their “GED” Accreditation, Elevating Care for Older Adults on the Suncoast
November 26, 2024 – Sarasota Memorial Health Care System’s three emergency care centers are the first on the Suncoast to become accredited Geriatric Emergency Departments, joining a leading group of healthcare providers committing extra resources to ensure well-coordinated, high-quality care for older patients.
Currently adults age 65 and older make up more than 20% of Florida’s population, and according to state projections, will account for at least half of the state’s population growth through 2030. When they become ill or injured, older patients make contact with health care systems at many points – perhaps none as frequently or as importantly as the emergency department, said Reuben Holland, MD, medical director of Sarasota Memorial’s Emergency and Urgent Care Centers.
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Dr. James Rubenstein wins Lifetime Achievement Award from Lee County Medical Society
November 26, 2024 – The Lee County Medical Society presented Dr. James Rubenstein, a board-certified radiation oncologist at Advocate Radiation Oncology, with the organization’s prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award to recognize his substantial contributions to the medical profession.
Presented Nov. 21 at Forest Country Club in Fort Myers, the Lifetime Achievement Award is given annually to an individual who has contributed substantially to the goals and ideals of the medical profession over a significant term of service in Lee County.
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Hurricane Helene Flood Insurance Payments Surpasses $1 Billion
FEMA Encourages Florida Policyholders to Take Advantage of Extended Grace Period to Renew
WASHINGTON — The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), administered by FEMA, has paid policyholders over $1.4 billion for flood losses stemming from Hurricane Helene recovery, with over 56,000 policyholders having filed claims following the storm’s landfall.
FEMA estimates Hurricane Helene could potentially result in flood insurance claims losses between $3.5-$7 billion. These estimates are FEMA’s projections as of Nov. 12, 2024 and are subject to change. The losses include flood insurance claims received from six states, with the majority of claims coming from Florida.
Of the amount paid, more than $520 million of this amount has been in the form of advance payments, where policyholders may receive up to $20,000 prior to a visit from an insurance adjuster. Advance payments give policyholders flexibility to begin working on their recovery as they work the remainder of their claim.
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Remembering Charles E. Mullins, MD, MSCAI: A Legend of Pediatric Interventional Cardiology
November 25, 2024 – Charles E. Mullins, MD, MSCAI, a pioneer of pediatric interventional cardiology, passed away on November 17, 2024. With a career spanning five decades, Dr. Mullins left an indelible mark on the interventional cardiology specialty.
“Dr. Mullins was widely recognized as the ‘father of modern interventional pediatric cardiology,’ with a distinguished career marked by numerous groundbreaking contributions. He was a dedicated educator and mentor for many in the interventional cardiology field,” said SCAI President James B. Hermiller, MD, MSCAI. “A valued member of SCAI, Dr. Mullins was the first pediatric interventional cardiologist to attend the SCAI annual conference, in 1987, and encouraged many pediatric interventionists to join. Established in 2009, the Mullins Lecture is a prestigious keynote address delivered annually at SCAI Scientific Sessions. The SCAI community mourns his passing and celebrates his many accomplishments and innovations.”
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Albizu University Partners with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) to Improve Community Services in Miami and Puerto Rico
November 14, 2024 — Albizu University, known internationally for its multicultural post-graduate higher education in psychology and other human services fields, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the National Alliance of Mental Illness’s (NAMI) Miami-Dade Chapter Affiliate, whose mission is to champion community awareness and education on mental health while providing dedicated support and advocacy for individuals living with mental health challenges and their loved ones.
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Biden-Harris Administration Announces Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Proposals that Aim to Improve Care and Access for Enrollees
NOVEMBER 26, 2024 – Today, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is proposing actions in the Medicare Advantage (MA) and Medicare Part D prescription drug programs to continue to strengthen protections and access to care for people with Medicare. The Contract Year (CY) 2026 MA and Part D proposed rule aims to hold MA and Part D plans more accountable for delivering high-quality coverage so that people with Medicare are connected to the care they need when they need it. In recognition of the prevailing medical consensus that obesity is a disease, CMS is proposing to reinterpret the statute to no longer exclude anti-obesity medications for the treatment of obesity from coverage under Medicare Part D and to require Medicaid programs to cover these medications when used to treat obesity. This proposal would provide more Americans access to these transformative medications, improving the health and quality of life for millions of people who have obesity.
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Newer epilepsy medications used during pregnancy do not affect neurological development in children
NIH-funded study provides clarity on safety of two common antiseizure drugs lamotrigine and levetiracetam.
November 27, 2024 – Children of mothers who took certain antiseizure medications while pregnant do not have worse neurodevelopmental outcomes at age 6, according to a long-running study funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The study was published in JAMA Neurology.
“Controlling seizures during pregnancy is an important part of prenatal care for women with epilepsy, but for years, the effects of newer antiseizure medications on their children was unknown,” said Adam Hartman, M.D., program director at NIH’s National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). “One major component of this study was correlating the cognitive abilities of children with maternal blood levels of the drugs. This opens the door to future work and might inform better dosing strategies.”
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The San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium® (SABCS®) is the premiere breast cancer conference in the U.S. and the world for breast disease. The Symposium aims to achieve a balance of clinical, translational, and basic research, providing a forum for interaction, communication, and education for a broad spectrum of researchers, health professionals, and those with a special interest in breast cancer. The SABCS® is celebrating its 47th anniversary in 2024.
This Official Best of SABCS®, sponsored by Cleveland Clinic Florida, reviews the highlights originally presented at SABCS® 2024 in a one-day program. This symposium will provide oncologists and other healthcare professionals with a wide range of information related to new and well-established topics in breast cancer, including, but not limited to: State-of-the-art information on Breast Cancer Surgery and Local Management
Hormone Receptor-Positive Breast Cancer Advances in HER2 Positive Breast Cancer Triple-negative and BRCA-related Breast Cancer Updates on Radiation and Local Therapies Breast Cancer Prevention, Quality of Life and Survivorship Care
Addressing Toxicities of Novel Therapy Biomarkers and Molecular Profiling in Breast Cancer Late-breaking Abstracts and Research in the Pipeline This important educational activity also provides a forum for interaction between individuals involved with all aspects of breast cancer care and the opportunity to converse with colleagues and key opinion leaders. Our target audience includes physicians and other healthcare professionals, who are involved with the treatment of breast cancer, including those in the fields of Oncology, Internal Medicine & Subspecialties, Radiology, Endocrinology, Women’s Healthcare and Pharmacology. This activity is multi-funded, fully complies with ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education, is developed independently and is without influence from any commercial interests. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION |
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Premier Mobile Health Services hosts Breakfast with Santa DECEMBER 14, 2024
Toy, bicycle donations sought for annual event; sponsorships available
FORT MYERS, Fla. November 20, 2024 – A nonprofit mobile medical clinic that brings essential healthcare to those in need at multiple locations across Lee and Collier counties will once again make the holiday season brighter for local children next month at its annual Breakfast with Santa in Fort Myers.
Hosted by Premier Mobile Health Services, the sixth annual Breakfast with Santa takes place at City of Palms Park’s east parking lot, 2201 Edison Ave. in downtown Fort Myers, on Saturday, Dec. 14, from 9 a.m. to noon.
Families will enjoy breakfast as the children visit with Santa and receive a free toy, while supplies last. There will be prize giveaways of bicycles and free haircuts for kids, with Premier Mobile Health Services providing free medical screenings for children and the Lions Club offering vision and hearing screenings.
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Free Autism Screening for Young Children
Nov. 29, 2024 — Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida, in partnership with Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Southwest Florida, offers a free monthly autism spectrum disorder screening for toddlers 18 months to five years of age.
The next screening will be held on Dec. 13, from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Pediatric Specialist Office, 15901 Bass Road, Suite 102, Fort Myers.
It is estimated that one in every 44 children is diagnosed with some form of Autism Spectrum Disorder, making it more common than childhood cancer, juvenile diabetes and pediatric AIDS combined.
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Life Sciences Leaders Unite at BioFlorida’s Thriving Annual Conference
Annual Conference spotlights the state’s successes while also solidifying a course for the future
ORLANDO, FL November 20, 2024 – The 27th BioFlorida Annual Innovation Conference brought together over 550 leaders from Florida’s diverse life sciences sector, showcasing the state’s growing prominence in this critical industry. Attendees represented a wide range of fields, including biopharmaceuticals, medical technology, digital health, health systems and supporting organizations, as well as renowned research institutions, investors, policymakers, and economic development agencies.
“The conference embodied Florida’s rapid ascent as a global life sciences hub,” said Mark Glickman, President and CEO of BioFlorida. “With our exceptional talent pool, cutting-edge research facilities, and business-friendly policies, Florida is poised to drive transformative innovations that will improve lives worldwide. BioFlorida is honored to host this conference year after year and serve as the premier source for supporting Florida’s life sciences industry.”
The event featured an impressive lineup of keynote speakers, including Dr. Patrick Hwu, President & CEO of Moffitt Cancer Center; Dr. Stephen Squinto, Chief Investment Officer at J.P. Morgan Life Science Private Capital; and Dr. Christopher R. Cogle, Chief Medical Officer for Florida Medicaid. These industry leaders shared valuable insights on the future of life sciences and healthcare in Florida.
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The 8th Florida Medical Cannabis Conference & Exhibition (FMCCE 2025) will be held May 30- June 1, 2025, at the Rosen Centre Hotel in Orlando, Florida. This conference is a networking and educational forum on the subject of medical cannabis.
This conference is designed for attendees who are active or interested in the medical cannabis industry.
For medical professionals and entrepreneurs, the conference will cover a range of topics, all relevant to the medical cannabis industry, as it pertains to the State of Florida, including but not limited to:
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Nov 22 2024- 887,032 Nov 15 2024- 885,074 Nov 08 2024- 882,430
Nov 01 2024- 882,524 Oct 25 2024- 882,553 Oct 18 2024- 882,438
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Amount of Medical Marijuana Dispensed - (mgs THC) 359,933,937
Amount of Low-THC Cannabis Dispensed - (mgs CBD ) 814,775
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