Janser to Retire from Memorial Healthcare System Foundations
August 16, 2024 – Kevin Janser, a nonprofit executive for more than 40 years, has announced he’ll be retiring at the end of September. He has spent the last 17 years leading Memorial Foundation and Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundation.
During his time as president of Memorial’s foundations, Janser and his team raised nearly $250 million to support programs, services, and facilities within the healthcare system, including more than $56 million for the expansion of Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. He also recently oversaw a successful capital campaign for the new Memorial Cancer Institute facility in Pembroke Pines.
“Kevin’s impact has been significant, not just within our Memorial family, but throughout the entire philanthropic community in South Florida,” said K. Scott Wester, Memorial Healthcare System president and CEO. “His leadership positively impacted countless families, and his passion for fundraising made a difference for causes and campaigns that matter.”
A graduate of both Southern Illinois University and the University of West Florida, Janser began his career in higher education before transitioning to healthcare. Prior to joining Memorial in 2007, he was vice president of development at Holy Cross Hospital.
“Retiring is bittersweet,” said Janser, a Boca Raton resident. “I look forward to spending more time with my family, but I will miss the many colleagues, supporters, and friends who have made this journey so special. I thank each and every one of them.”
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| Patricia Vila Joins the Elderly Affairs Committee for the Town of Miami Lakes
August 17, 2024 – Patricia Vila Media is proud to announce that agency principal Patricia Vila is the newest member of the Elderly Affairs Committee for the Town of Miami Lakes. Vila brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to community service to the group.
“I am honored to join the Elderly Affairs Committee and look forward to contributing to the well-being of our senior citizens in Miami Lakes. I have dedicated myself to serving vulnerable populations throughout my career, and I am eager to bring my experience and passion to this important role,” said Vila about the opportunity.
The Elderly Affairs Committee was created to assist the town’s government with identifying the needs of Miami Lakes’ elderly residents. The committee focuses on developing programs for the elderly. With the support of the Miami Lakes Town Council, the Elderly Affairs Committee sponsors educational forums, lunch socials, field trips, and a health and wellness fair.
Vila’s career is a testament to her dedication to social causes and community engagement. Her six-year tenure at Chapman Partnership, where she spearheaded efforts to address homelessness in Miami-Dade County, was instrumental in the organization’s rebranding and awareness campaigns. Her contributions, including fundraising, organizing community events, and creating awareness, have left a lasting impact. Patricia’s frequent speaking engagements at Rotary Clubs and women’s events significantly raised awareness about homelessness.
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Derek Collins Joins Palm Beach Health Network as its Chief Strategy Officer
August 16, 2024 – The Palm Beach Health Network promotes Derek Collins to Chief Strategy Officer (CSO). In his role, Collins will lead the strategic planning, service line development, and new business venture efforts to support a strategy of growth and expansion of the Palm Beach Health Network
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Internationally Acclaimed Success: Miami Cancer Institute Physician’s Innovative Surgical Technique Highlighted in The Lancet
August 15, 2024 – A technique developed by Horacio Asbun, M.D. and used during pancreatic cancer surgery has led to what he hopes will become the gold standard of care ― drainless distal pancreatectomy. The effectiveness of Dr. Asbun’s surgical technique, which includes omitting a once-believed essential surgical drain, has now been validated by researchers in Europe, who published their findings recently in The Lancet: Gastroenterology & Hepatology.
Dr. Asbun, chief of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery with Miami Cancer Institute, says omitting the drain historically used during these types of surgeries is decreasing the pancreatic leak rate, lessening the chance of infection, sepsis and other serious complications caused by fluid leaking into the abdomen after surgery.
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Wellington Regional Medical Center Completes First Inspire Therapy Procedure
August 15, 2024 — Wellington Regional Medical Center is pleased to announce Dr. Deborah Loney has completed the first Inspire procedure at Wellington Regional Medical Center. Inspire is an FDA-approved, mask-free obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) treatment option for people who cannot use Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) therapy.
OSA affects 22 million Americans annually. When left untreated, OSA can cause vehicle and workplace accidents, worsening mood and memory, stroke, heart attack, and even death. It occurs when the airway collapses during sleep and blocks the flow of oxygen to the brain. The brain senses a lack of oxygen and wakes the body up just long enough to take a breath, then falls back asleep. This cycle repeats throughout the night and causes poor, disruptive sleep.
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Nicklaus Children’s Joins the Baptist Health Quality Network
MIAMI – August 15, 2024 – Nicklaus Children’s Pediatric Specialists (NCPS), the multispecialty medical group of Nicklaus Children’s Health System, joins as a member of the Baptist Health Quality Network. The clinically integrated network consists of doctors throughout the region working collaboratively on improving quality care and patient and family experiences for the South Florida community.
Nicklaus Children’s participation in the Baptist Health Quality Network expands opportunities to provide best practices for pediatric patient management. With more than 2,300 physicians in the Baptist Health Quality Network, NCPS will add an additional 500 physicians and providers and will be an integral component of the network in the strategy and advancements of pediatric care for generations to come.
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Tampa General Hospital Ranked One of America’s Top Specialized Hospitals for Cancer, Cardiac and Orthopaedic Care
Tampa General Hospital’s Cancer Institute, Heart & Vascular Institute and Orthopaedic Institute received national recognition for excellent quality of care, patient outcomes and care experience from Newsweek after recently ranking among U.S. News & World Report’s 2024-2025 Best Hospitals.
Tampa, FL – August 14, 2024 –Tampa General Hospital (TGH) is ranked as one of America’s Best Specialized Hospitals for 2024, according to Newsweek and Statista. The magazine’s list ranked the nation’s 200 leading cancer hospitals, 175 leading cardiac hospitals and 175 leading orthopedic hospitals in the U.S., with the TGH Cancer Institute listed among the top 10 cancer hospitals in Florida for the second consecutive year. For the first time, Tampa General Hospital’s Heart & Vascular Institute and Orthopaedic Institute are each ranked among the top five cardiac and orthopedic hospitals in Florida, respectively, making Tampa General the only hospital in the Tampa Bay region to be ranked on all three lists.
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St. Mary’s Medical Center Names Romaine Layne as its Chief Financial Officer
from left to right: Don Chester, Josh Thompson, Nakeha Russell, Lorielle Hansen, Maria Morales Menedez, Dr. Thomas Peterson, Leonardo Restrepo, Cynthia McCauley, Jessica Miller and Michael Huempfner
West Palm Beach, Fla.-August 14, 2024 – St. Mary’s Medical Center appoints Romaine Layne as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Layne is returning to Tenet Healthcare, previously serving as the Controller at North Shore Medical Center and Coral Gables Hospital.
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Jessie Trice Community Health System Receives $400,000 Check from Congresswoman Frederica Wilson
Funding for Pediatric Mobile Van and Pediatric Dental Mobile Van was received during National Health Center Week
Miami, FL – – In a significant step toward improving healthcare access for children, Jessie Trice Community Health System (JTCHS) received a $400,000 check from the Honorable Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) on August 8, 2024, for a Pediatric Mobile Van and a Pediatric Dental Mobile Van. This special presentation, coincided with National Health Center Week, celebrated this year from August 4 to 10 under the theme, “Powering Communities Through Caring Connections.”
The Pediatric and Pediatric Dental Mobile Vans aim to expand healthcare access for children in the community. These vans will travel throughout the community to provide essential services to children, ensuring that care reaches those who need it most. The first unit unveiled during the event was the Pediatric Dental Mobile Van, while the second pediatric vehicle is expected to be delivered by the end of this year.
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HCA FLORIDA MIAMI DADE INTEGRATED CANCER PROGRAM EARNS PRESTIGIOUS ACCREDITATION
Achievement Reflects Two-Year Collaborative Effort to Deliver Comprehensive Care to Patients in South Florida
MIAMI, Fla., August 15, 2024 – HCA Florida Miami Dade Integrated Cancer Program proudly announces its new accreditation from the American College of Surgeons’ Commission on Cancer. The Integrated Network Cancer Program accreditation is distinguished by a partnership in excellence across multiple facilities dedicated to providing exceptional cancer care across the entire treatment and support services spectrum.
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Ronald McDonald House South Florida Celebrates 42 Years of Keeping Families Close
Anniversary marked with generous gifts made possible by The Brady Hunter Foundation.
August 15, 2024 –The Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) of South Florida celebrated 42 years of serving families of seriously ill children by unveiling two gifts that are sure to make those families’ stays easier: a golf cart and new pillows for every room in the House. Current patients joined representatives from the Brady Hunter Foundation and Bloomingdale’s Aventura for the big reveal. The Brady Hunter Foundation is a non-profit committed to supporting those in need through strategic community partnerships. The new golf cart will help families navigate the Jackson Memorial Hospital campus..
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Orlando Health Enters into a Stalking Horse Purchase Agreement with Steward Health Care for Three East Central Florida Operations
Operations include Rockledge Hospital, Melbourne Hospital, Sebastian Hospital and Associated Steward Medical Group Practices
Orlando, FL – August 14, 2024 – Orlando Health today announced that it has entered into a binding asset purchase agreement to purchase from Steward Health Care (“Steward” or the “Company”), its East Central Florida operations, comprised of Rockledge Regional Medical Center, Melbourne Regional Medical Center, Sebastian River Medical Center, and Steward Medical Group Practices. Orlando Health is a private, not-for-profit healthcare organization serving the Southeastern United States and Puerto Rico. Earlier this month, the system entered into a definitive agreement to purchase majority interest in Brookwood Baptist Healthcare, located in central Alabama. Steward Health Care is the country’s largest physician-led, minority-owned, integrated health care system. Orlando Health’s qualified bid has been designated as the stalking horse and, subject to the terms of the agreement, Orlando Health’s bid will be subject to higher or better qualified bids received by August 26th, 2024, at which time a bankruptcy court-approved auction may occur.
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3D body volume scanner uses AI to help predict metabolic syndrome risk
August 15, 2024 — Mayo Clinic researchers are using artificial intelligence (AI) with an advanced 3D body-volume scanner – originally developed for the clothing industry – to help doctors predict metabolic syndrome risk and severity. The combination of tools offers doctors a more precise alternative to other measures of disease risk like body mass index (BMI) and waist-to-hip ratio, according to findings published in the European Heart Journal – Digital Health.
Metabolic syndrome can lead to heart attack, stroke and other serious health issues and affects over a third of the U.S. population and a quarter of people globally. The condition lacks widely accepted screening strategies. However, researchers found that using a 3D body volume scanner combined with imaging technology and Mayo Clinic-developed algorithms may help clinicians offer a more accurate method for identifying people who have the syndrome, as well as those at risk for developing it.
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Study: Can a Mouthwash-based Test Help Predict Head and Neck Cancer Recurrence?
New Study from Sylvester Cancer, UC San Diego and Others Suggests it Might
MIAMI, FLORIDA – AUGUST 15, 2024– For years, mouthwash has been marketed as an essential hygiene item to prevent bad breath, even though it offers minimal if any health benefits.
But what if a mouthwash-based test to detect biomarkers can help physicians predict disease recurrence in head and neck cancer patients?
That futuristic scenario seems closer to reality after a new study by researchers at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, UC San Diego Health and collaborating cancer centers.
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St. Mary’s Medical Center unveils 6 new ER bays
August 14, 2024 – “Today, St. Mary’s Medical Center unveiled six new emergency department bays in our adult care area. This is phase one of two, where we will be renovating our emergency department, including our waiting area as well as adding a vertical care and fast track area, designed to treat less acute patients more efficiently.”
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AmeriHealth Caritas Florida Supports Back-to-School Drives, Reaching More Than 4,000 Children in Southeast Florida
August 14, 2024 – Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. — With families shelling out hundreds to prepare children for back to school, AmeriHealth Caritas Florida hoped to give some relief to low-income families in Southeast Florida. Throughout the summer months, the plan provided more than 4,000 children with essential school supplies through local back-to-school events and contributed funds to help local organizations reach even more families.
“Families with limited income may be purchasing school supplies at the expense of other necessities, such as food, medicine, or even rent. Our goal is to alleviate some of the cost burden of school supplies for these families and help school-aged children get off to the best start possible,” said AmeriHealth Caritas Florida Market President Melody Bonomo.
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Lee Health is the First Health System in Florida to Offer Specialized Treatment for Patients with Movement Disorders
Abbott’s Liberta RC DBS System is the world’s smallest rechargeable system with remote programming capabilities to treat essential tremors and other movement disorders
August 14, 2024 — The signature of Elaine Monn on her annual Christmas cards had an elegance that family and friends marveled at every holiday season. She feared her signature script was gone forever when tremors took control of her hands, ruining the former teacher’s well-known attribute. Thanks to a new groundbreaking surgery offered at Lee Health, she can do that, and so much more.
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NAACOS Names Jeff Micklos as Next CEO
August 15, 2024 – Washington, D.C. – The NAACOS Board of Directors has selected Jeff Micklos as the next President and CEO to replace Clif Gaus who is retiring. Jeff brings an in-depth understanding of provider needs in value-based care along with a wealth of experience from more than two decades in health care associations. Currently, Jeff serves as the Executive Director of the Health Care Transformation Task Force which has been a strong partner to NAACOS in advancing value-based care. Jeff has also held senior leadership positions with the Federation of American Hospitals.
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Knowledge, Attitudes, and Beliefs Regarding Medical Cannabis Among Patients and Providers in Florida’s Long-Term Care Facilities
by: Jennifer Attonito, Katherine Freeman, Melanie K. Bone, Heather Howard, Carly Blum, George Luc Abstract
Objectives: Medical cannabis (MC) has been found effective in treating multiple symptoms commonly experienced by older adults; however, residents in long-term care (LTC) often lack access to MC products. This study seeks to identify patterns and barriers to recommending MC to patients and to explore the knowledge and attitudes toward MC use among patients and providers.
Methods: The quantitative portion of this study employed a survey to assess the knowledge of, attitudes toward, and barriers to MC among 126 providers in Florida LTC. Frequencies were reported, bivariate associations were analyzed, and a final regression model predicting MC knowledge was tested. In-depth interviews were conducted with 25 LTC patients, and content was analyzed using the RADaR method.
Results: The age of the providers ranged from 21 to 74; 74% were female, 18% were Black/African American, and 17% reported Hispanic ethnicity. Less than half (37.2%) felt they received adequate training on MC. Having accurate knowledge about MC was associated with greater confidence in answering patients’ questions (p=0.002). Although most providers (94.2%) felt MC is a viable treatment option, the main barriers to recommending it to patients were a lack of proper training or clinical guidelines. Regarding patients, 16% reported ever using MC, and less than half (32%) had knowledge of MC or how to obtain products. Many believed it could help with symptoms and would consider its use if recommended by a doctor. However, they reported that MC was rarely recommended by providers and that they knew little about the use of this therapy.
Conclusion: This study underscores access challenges among seniors in LTC who might benefit most from MC’s therapeutic properties. Complex MC policy implementation issues are discussed. State and federal policy issues around cannabis contribute to limited research on the therapeutic uses of cannabis, as well as the MC access problem addressed in this study.
READ MORE | Negotiating for Lower Drug Prices Works, Saves Billions
Biden-Harris Administration delivers on promise to lower prescription drug costs for Americans
August 15, 2024 – In a historic moment that will help lower prescription drug prices for millions of people across America, the Biden-Harris Administration announced that it has reached agreements for new, lower prices for all 10 drugs selected for negotiations. These negotiated drugs are some of the most expensive and most frequently dispensed drugs in the Medicare program and are used to treat conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. The new prices will go into effect for people with Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage beginning January 1, 2026.
If the new prices had been in effect last year, Medicare would have saved an estimated $6 billion, or approximately 22 percent, across the 10 selected drugs. These negotiated prices range from 38 to 79 percent discounts off of list prices. About nine million people with Medicare use at least one of the 10 drugs selected for negotiation. People with Medicare prescription drug coverage are expected to see aggregated estimated savings of $1.5 billion in their personal out-of-pocket costs in 2026. For more detailed information about the negotiated prices please see the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Negotiated Prices Fact Sheet – PDF.
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Leading AI models struggle to identify genetic conditions from patient-written descriptions
Ernesto del Aguila III, National Human Genome Research Institute
NIH researchers find that large language models rely on concise, textbook-like language to evaluate medical questions.
August 14, 2024 – National Institutes of Health (NIH) researchers discover that while artificial intelligence (AI) tools can make accurate diagnoses from textbook-like descriptions of genetic diseases, the tools are significantly less accurate when analyzing summaries written by patients about their own health. These findings, reported in the American Journal of Human Genetics(link is external), demonstrate the need to improve these AI tools before they can be applied in health care settings to help make diagnoses and answer patient questions.
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NIH launches program to advance research led by Native American communities on substance use and pain
Effort aims to elevate Indigenous Knowledge and culture in research, to respond to the overdose crisis and address related health disparities © 2017 TONL.CO/UIHI
Effort aims to elevate Indigenous Knowledge and culture in research, to respond to the overdose crisis and address related health disparities.
August 15, 2024 – The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has launched a program that will support Native American communities to lead public health research to address overdose, substance use, and pain, including related factors such as mental health and wellness. Despite the inherent strengths in Tribal communities, and driven in part by social determinants of health, Native American communities face unique health disparities related to the opioid crisis. READ MORE |
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August 7, 2024 – The Florida Blue Foundation is now accepting grant applications from Florida-based nonprofit organizations across the state who are dedicated to advancing maternal health.
The Foundation seeks to fund community-inspired, evidence-based, and sustainable initiatives that support innovative and actionable solutions to improve maternal health outcomes, bridge health disparities, and secure equitable access to quality maternal health care services across the state of Florida. The aim is to transform Florida into a state where maternal health is safer, and under-resourced or marginalized communities are supported, embodying a commitment to the health and well-being of all mothers and babies.
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Thomas Bean, Megan Filoon, and Bill Perry to chair event, boost CPR education and fund heart and brain health
WEST PALM BEACH, FL, August 14, 2024 – Only 1 in 10 people survive cardiac arrest outside of the hospital in the U.S. Immediate CPR can double, and in some cases, triple their chances of survival, and that’s why three local executives have teamed up to chair the American Heart Association’s 2024 Palm Beach County Heart Walk, aiming to increase CPR education and raise funds for heart and brain health.
Thomas Bean of NextEra Energy, a sister company of Florida Power & Light Company, TBC Corporation’s Megan Filoon and Gunster’s Bill Perry are the Palm Beach County Heart Walk’s first-ever three-chairperson team to lead the campaign.
The event, set for Nov. 9 at the Meyer Amphitheatre in West Palm Beach, will bring families, friends and colleagues together to participate in heart-healthy activities and enjoy a 3.1-mile walk along the water. This year’s campaign is particularly special because it’s taking place during the American Heart Association’s centennial year.
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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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BY THE NUMBERS Qualified Patients: (Active ID Card)
Aug 16 2024- 885,040 Aug 09 2024- 884,982 Aug 02 2024- 884,941
Jul 26 2024- 885,196 Jul 19 2024- 884,844 Jul 12 2024- 884,531
Patients Added Last Week: 58 Qualified Ordering Physicians:
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Amount of Medical Marijuana Dispensed - (mgs THC) 329,892,040
Amount of Low-THC Cannabis Dispensed - (mgs CBD ) 2,904,927
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