The Value of Florida Hospitals to Communities
By Mary C. Mayhew
Florida’s hospitals are the heartbeats of their communities. Generally, when we see the Blue “H” sign for the nearest hospital, we think about that one large facility providing emergency care, lifesaving surgeries, treatment for serious illnesses, maternity care, and many other vitally important hospital-based services. In reality, Florida’s hospitals are all of that and so much more.
Every three years, hospitals undertake an elaborate process to determine their community’s health needs through a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA). This comprehensive survey broadly reviews the needs of a community, such as rates of diabetes, cardiovascular disease, substance use disorder, mental illness and many other pressing community health needs. The results of these surveys help to shape the priorities of hospitals and health systems and their partnerships with other community organizations to improve the health and well-being of the individuals and families in their communities.
Hospitals are helping to bridge gaps in social services that negatively impact well-being and health outcomes for children and adults. Many times, these initiatives are closely aligned with local or state health department priorities – such as helping moms into early prenatal care, tackling housing instability for those with mental illness, supporting nutrition programs to address food insecurity, or developing innovative programs to overcome transportation barriers.
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| ACHE of South Florida Member Spotlight: Laura Denoux
By Lois Thomson
In an interesting turn of events, a television show started Laura Denoux on her career path in healthcare. Denoux, vice president & chief development officer at Holy Cross Health – a member of Trinity Health – had previously worked in sales and marketing for leading global companies in the technology and beauty sectors. That was until she became a contestant on the NBC reality TV show, “The Biggest Loser.”
“I was a contestant from 2008 to 2009,” she said. “When I went on the show and lost a significant amount of weight, I said, ‘I’m not going back to my old ways and old habits.’ I wanted to change my life and work in the health and wellness industry.”
The opportunity came when a friend who worked at the American Heart Association was transferring from the Miami to the New York office. She said they were looking for a sales and marketing leader with a passion for improving the health and well-being of the community, and told Denoux she thought she’d be a great fit for the role. “Sure enough I applied and that’s how I started in healthcare.” Denoux spent almost four years there as director of development, then more than 10 years at Baptist Health South Florida as director of development and corporate partnerships, and now nearly two years at Holy Cross Health.
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Alexandr Aylyarov, M.D., Joins Baptist Health Orthopedic Care as an Orthopedic Surgeon
August 28, 2024– Fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon Alexandr Aylyarov, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Orthopedic Care. He specializes in diagnosing, treating and preventing sports-related injuries. He is passionate about the treatment of musculoskeletal injuries throughout the body and the care of athletes of all levels, whether recreational or competitive. He has expertise in minimally invasive, arthroscopic sports medicine surgery, including arthroscopic treatment of the knee, shoulder and elbow as well as treatment of fractures and joint replacements.
Prior to joining Baptist Health, Dr. Aylyarov was an orthopedic surgeon at HCA Florida Broward Orthopedics.
“We are pleased to welcome Dr. Aylyarov to our highly skilled team of medical professionals, dedicated to providing the highest quality orthopedic care,” said John Uribe, M.D., chief medical executive and José Milton Foundation Endowed Chair in Orthopedics at Baptist Health Orthopedic Care.
Dr. Aylyarov earned his medical degree at The University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences, graduating magna cum laude. He completed an orthopedic surgery residency at SUNY Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn, N.Y., where he served as chief resident. He also completed an orthopedic sports medicine fellowship at Baptist Health Miami Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Institute in Coral Gables, Fla.
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HCA FLORIDA WOODMONT HOSPITAL CELEBRATES 50 YEARS IN WEST BROWARD
August 29, 2024 – This month, HCA Florida Woodmont Hospital celebrated 50 years of service to the Northwest Broward community with a celebration attended by community leaders, physicians, and hospital colleagues being honored for their tenure.
“On August 4, 1974, HCA Florida Woodmont Hospital opened its doors to the West Broward community as University Community Hospital, a then 209-bed facility with 130 employees and a bright future of opportunity ahead. Today, Woodmont Hospital has touched hundreds of thousands of lives and continues to progress forward as the largest employer in the city of Tamarac with over 900 colleagues dedicated to the same mission: Above all else, we are committed to the care and improvement of human life.”
Mead also shared progress on the hospital’s campus enhancement project with a $40M investment from HCA Healthcare, which will include the construction of a cardiac catheterization lab.
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BROWARD HEALTH’S JORGE HERNANDEZ RECOGNIZED IN BECKERS HOSPITAL REVIEW SUPPLY CHAIN LEADERS TO KNOW
August 29, 2024 – Hernandez has more than 25 years of experience in leadership roles in for-profit and non-profit hospital and corporate supply chains, including oversight of strategic sourcing, operations, systems, analytics, and organizational engagement across the spectrum of health systems. Hernandez has played a crucial role in managing and reducing supply costs while enhancing operational efficiencies within the system. He is a strong advocate for economic and small business development through the procurement process and has increased Broward Health’s spending and presence in the South Florida market. Additionally, he spearheaded a supply utilization transformation that optimized Broward Health Group Purchasing Organization contracts, consistently achieving savings of more than $1.5 million year after year.
“Effective supply chain management drives operational excellence and fosters collaboration,” Hernandez said. “Broward Health’s supply chain mission is to deliver innovative, cost-efficient solutions that ensure timely delivery of goods and services, supporting quality patient care. By leveraging procurement strategies and partnering with local small businesses, we enhance efficiency and contribute to our community’s growth.”
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Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute Joins Elite Global Registry to Fight Sarcoma
Less than 5% of all cancer centers around the world qualify for inclusion in the Sarcoma Alliance for Research through Collaboration (SARC).
August 29, 2024 – Sarcoma is a rare and often deadly cancer that can rapidly grow from bone or soft tissue in any area of the body. Due to its rarity and wide range of subtypes, the availability of clinical trials that lead to effective treatments are limited. To help patients who have been diagnosed with sarcoma, the Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute has taken a crucial step in driving innovation and research.
The TGH Cancer Institute’s Sarcoma Center of Excellence has been accepted into the Sarcoma Alliance for Research through Collaboration (SARC), a world-renowned, nonprofit cancer research organization. It was founded to encourage partnership among major cancer centers, researchers and clinicians to find a cure for all sarcoma types.
With less than 5% of all cancer centers in the world qualifying for membership in SARC, the TGH Cancer Institute has joined an elite group in the fight against sarcoma.
“This recognition is more than an accolade − it’s an opportunity to provide our sarcoma patients access to innovative research on a global level,” said Dr. Victoria Rizk, medical oncologist and clinical director of the TGH Cancer Institute Sarcoma Center of Excellence. “This honor would not be possible without the unwavering dedication of our sarcoma specialists, nurses, team members and patients.”
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WHO : GAZA POLIO VACCINATION CAMPAIGN
SEPTEMBER 1, 2024 – DEIR AL-BALAH, GAZA – Today the polio vaccination campaign kicked off in central Gaza. In the first phase 156,500 children under 10 years of age will be targeted. The campaign will be implemented by 513 teams across 138 different sites including hospitals, medical points, schools and community points such as water and food distribution points.
Dr Richard Peeperkorn, WHO Representative, occupied Palestinian territory, World Health Organization (WHO): “Today, together with the Ministry of Health, UNICEF, UNRWA, WHO and many, many partners, many of the NGO partners, we target the central zone in Gaza. And we are targeting 157,000 children under 10. We will do it for three consecutive days and if needed we’ll add a day.”
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First Mobile MRI of its Kind Unveiled at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital’s West Kendall Outpatient Center
AUGUST 29, 2024 – Nicklaus Children’s Hospital has installed a new, state-of-the-art magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) system, the Philips 1.5T Ambition X, at its West Kendall Outpatient Center, transforming healthcare delivery for children and their families. Nicklaus Children’s is the first hospital in the nation to adopt a mobile version of the Philips 1.5T Ambition X, to replace an existing MRI machine to better serve children and their families.
Among its features, the cutting-edge system delivers high-quality images with more efficiency, enabling faster setup and exam time, allowing for potential reduction in the amount of time a child is sedated. The system also has interactive experience tools to help put children at ease during an MRI procedure. The immersive technology combined with lighting, visual themes and playful characters, as well as child-friendly music provide positive distraction during procedures. With this new device, Nicklaus Children’s has expanded MRI offerings at its West Kendall location to include imaging of total body, long bones, kidney, and more.
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Delray Medical Center Completes 100th ION Robotic Procedure
August 28, 2024–Delray Medical Center has completed its 100th ION robotic bronchoscopy procedure.
The ION is a robotic-assisted endoluminal platform for minimally invasive peripheral lung biopsies. This technology can help to diagnose lung cancer earlier and with improved accuracy, reducing complications and improving patient outcomes.
“Performing over 100 ION procedures means that we are on the front lines of catching cancer early, which gives our patients the best chance of a good outcome,” says Delray Medical Center CEO Heather Havericak. “We look forward to the continued success of our Ion program and investing in some of the latest medical technologies.”
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When It Comes to Patient Care – Benchmark the Best Part 5
By Jay Juffre
For the past few months, we have been looking at what the best health systems and independent medical providers are doing to drive patient care. These innovative organizations are focusing on key initiatives which are driving referrals, long-term loyalty and ultimately increased revenues. This month the focus is on improving the culture as it relates to operational excellence or continuous quality improvement. The old saying, what got you here won’t get you there, could never be more true than in the medical arena. The best of the best are constantly looking at how they drive patient care and asking the simple question, ‘how can we get better?’ These organizations are getting a two for one benefit by involving the staff in developing ideas on how to find a better way, every day. Not only do the teams develop and test ways to improve the overall patient experience, but there is also an inherent improvement on staff engagement in the process. Involving the patients, both directly and indirectly, is also key. Feedback both positive and negative is gold if you are looking to improve things. Whether it be by asking the patient directly, looking at survey data, or by examining trends in patient returns or referrals, determining ways to improve on what is working or change what is not, is huge. When we speak with customers about their approach to continuous improvement, there are generally two reactions.
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Justin Perry Joins Center for Child Counseling’s Board of Directors
August 28, 2024 -The Center for Child Counseling (CFCC) Board of Directors recently voted in Justin Perry, Ph.D., as its newest member to use his experience and expertise as a researcher and clinician to advance and support the mission of the non-profit agency.
Dr. Perry is dean of the Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College at Florida Atlantic University. Prior to joining FAU, his work experience includes: dean of the School of Education, Ewing Marion Kauffman/Missouri Endowed Chair, and professor of Counseling and Educational Psychology at the University of Missouri – Kansas City; chair, associate professor, and assistant professor in the Department of Counseling, Administration, Supervision, and Adult Learning at Cleveland State University; director of the Center for Urban Education at CSU.
Dr. Perry has a Ph.D. in counseling psychology and a master’s degree in mental health counseling, both from Boston College. He spent nearly 10 years serving on the board of directors at Esperanza, Inc., a non-profit organization in Cleveland dedicated to the educational needs of Hispanic youth. He has more than 15 years of clinical experience serving children and families in the mental health delivery system, including: hospital, residential, community agency, preK-12, and private practice settings.
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Dr. Joseph Ricotta Selected to Newsweek America’s Best Vascular Surgeons 2024 List
August 29, 2024– Newsweek and Statista are proud to announce that Dr. Joseph Ricotta, Chairman of the Vascular Surgery Program at Delray Medical Center earned a position on the America’s Best Vascular Surgeons 2024 list. This is an exclusive list of only 200 doctors in the country. Congratulations on this achievement!
In an era of informed decision-making, it is increasingly important for patients to make well-founded choices about which doctor to consult for their specific condition. To support this process, Statista and Newsweek have partnered to provide a comprehensive resource: America’s Best Vascular Surgeons 2024.
The ranking was released on the Newsweek website on June 12th and published in the enclosed print edition of Newsweek Magazine.
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Delray Medical Center Completes 1000th TAVR procedure
August 29, 20234- Delray Medical Center completes its 1000th Transcatheter Aortic Valve replacement (TAVR) procedure. TAVR is a minimally invasive treatment option for patients with severe aortic stenosis. The procedure may be especially beneficial for patients who are not suitable candidates for traditional open-heart surgery. Delray Medical Center first offered TAVR in 2015.
The procedure involves the placement of one of two devices: the self-expandable Medtronic CoreValve or the balloon-expandable Edwards SAPIEN XT valve. Either device is implanted into the body with a tube-based delivery system. It is designed to replace a patient’s diseased native aortic valve without traditional open-heart surgery and while the heart continues to beat. This avoids the need to stop the patient’s heart and connect him or her to a heart-lung machine, which temporarily takes over the function of the heart and the patient’s breathing during surgery (cardiopulmonary bypass).
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Monkeypox in Florida: Navigating the Emerging Health Crisis
By Jyotsna Chawla, PhD, MS, MS
The World Health Organization has declared a global health emergency for mpox, formerly known as monkeypox. Florida is facing a formidable public health challenge, with more than 100 mpox cases reported this year, over half of which involve residents from South Florida. This rise in monkeypox cases mirrors a global trend, where increased international travel and close human contact are accelerating the virus’s spread across multiple counties.
Monkeypox: From Origins to Outbreaks
Monkeypox, often referred to as mpox, belongs to the Orthopoxvirus family, which also includes smallpox and cowpox viruses. The virus is divided into two main clades: Clade I, primarily found in Central Africa, is associated with more severe disease, and Clade II, more common in West Africa, typically causes less severe illness. The eradication of smallpox in 1980 was a monumental public health victory, but it left populations with waning immunity, creating an environment where monkeypox could thrive. Recent outbreaks, particularly involving the new Clade 1b variant, have demonstrated the virus’s ability to spread far and wide, challenging global health systems in a world that once believed smallpox was a thing of the past.
How Monkeypox Spreads and What to Watch For
Monkeypox is a zoonotic disease, meaning it can be transmitted from animals to humans. The virus spreads through direct contact with the bodily fluids, lesions, or respiratory droplets of an infected person, as well as through contaminated materials like bedding and clothing. Additionally, the virus can be transmitted from animals to humans through direct contact with the blood, bodily fluids, or skin lesions of infected animals.
The disease often begins with non-specific symptoms such as fever, headache, muscle aches, and fatigue. A unique feature of monkeypox is lymphadenopathy, or swollen lymph nodes, which distinguishes it from other similar viral infections. These early signs are soon followed by a rash that progresses through several stages: flat macules, raised papules, fluid-filled vesicles, and pus-filled pustules before finally crusting over. This progression usually takes 2 to 4 weeks. Recognizing these symptoms and understanding how monkeypox spreads are crucial for preventing further outbreaks.
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Lee Health Now Offers Endoscopic Heart Valve Repair Surgery, Putting the Health System at the Forefront of Cardiac Care
Endoscopic valve repair is latest advanced surgical implemented by Lee Health, leading the way in cardiac care options
August 29, 2024 — Lee Health is thrilled to announce that it has completed the first fully endoscopic heart valve surgery through the smallest incision possible, providing enhanced heart care to the Southwest Florida community and beyond.
The implementation of endoscopic valve repairs puts Lee Health at the forefront of cardiac care in the United States, providing the next iteration of minimally invasive surgery and ensuring patients have access to the most comprehensive care available. The non-rib spreading technique provides a tangible and realizable benefit for patients, including less pain, a faster recovery and shorter hospital stays. In this procedure, the surgeons look at the heart through the smallest incision possible utilizing a 3-D endoscope, a device with a light attached to it that’s used to look inside a body cavity or organ. This precise level of visualization allows the surgeons to use their hands and tactile feedback for even more attention to detail.
Lee Health is among the first health systems in the United States to use the RAM® Device, an automated dual curved needle suturing device. The suturing tool is used to place stitches around the annulus of the aortic valve, mitral valve, or tricuspid valve, with the smallest incision possible.
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Many events planned during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in September
The events raise money to support children fighting cancer at Golisano Children’s Hospital
FORT MYERS, Fla. August 30, 2024– Many community events are planned during Childhood Awareness Month in September to support Barbara’s Friends – Golisano Children’s Hospital cancer fund.
The awareness month includes Clips for Cancer at center stage at Bell Tower on Saturday, Sept. 21, with all the shaving happening at 10 a.m. inside Dave & Buster’s community room. The day will continue with free family friendly activities, including games, animal encounters, first responder meet-and-greet with a touch-a-truck and tours of the first-of-its kind, sensory friendly Golisano Ambulance. A Bell Tower “Go Gold” Shopping & Dining Discount Card will be available for purchase with proceeds benefiting Barbara’s Friends.
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Attention SNF Providers – New SNF Preview Reports – Now Available
August 29, 2024- REMINDER: CMS originally released the October 2024 SNF Preview Reports on July 15, 2024, with a preview period that continued through August 14, 2024. We recently discovered that a technical glitch prevented the posting of SNF Preview Reports for Swing Bed providers. Because of this, CMS has decided to allow a second preview period for all SNF providers. The technical issue has been corrected and the October 2024 SNF Preview Reports are now available for all providers. These reports contain provider performance scores for quality measures, which will be published on Care Compare and Provider Data Catalog (PDC) during the October 2024 refresh.
Additionally, the Preview Reports have been updated to account for measure additions and removals that will be implemented during the October 2024 refresh. The new assessment-based measure added to the Preview Reports is: Discharge Function Score. The three assessment-based measures removed from the Preview Reports are: (1) Application of Percent of Long-Term Care Hospital (LTCH) Patients With an Admission and Discharge Functional Assessment and a Care Plan That Addresses Function, (2) SNF Functional Outcome Measure: Change in Self-Care Score for Skilled Nursing Facility Residents, and (3) SNF Functional Outcome Measure: Change in Mobility Score for Skilled Nursing Facility Residents. Historic publicly reported data for the removed measures will continue to be available on the nursing homes including rehab services archived data snapshots webpage.
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Cannabis and hallucinogen use among adults remained at historic highs in 2023
Vaping among younger adults and binge drinking among mid-life adults also maintained historically high levels, NIH-supported study shows.
AUGUST 29, 2024 – Past-year use of cannabis and hallucinogens stayed at historically high levels in 2023 among adults aged 19 to 30 and 35 to 50, according to the latest findings(link is external) from the Monitoring the Future survey(link is external). In contrast, past-year use of cigarettes remained at historically low levels in both adult groups. Past-month and daily alcohol use continued a decade-long decline among those 19 to 30 years old, with binge drinking reaching all-time lows. However, among 35- to 50-year-olds, the prevalence of binge drinking in 2023 increased from five and 10 years ago. The Monitoring the Future study is conducted by scientists at the University of Michigan’s Institute for Social Research, Ann Arbor, and is funded by the National Institutes of Health.
Reports of vaping nicotine or vaping cannabis in the past year among adults 19 to 30 rose over five years, and both trends remained at record highs in 2023. Among adults 35 to 50, the prevalences of nicotine vaping and of cannabis vaping stayed steady from the year before, with long-term (five and 10 year) trends not yet observable in this age group as this question was added to the survey for this age group in 2019.
For the first time in 2023, 19- to 30-year-old female respondents reported a higher prevalence of past-year cannabis use than male respondents in the same age group, reflecting a reversal of the gap between sexes. Conversely, male respondents 35 to 50 years old maintained a higher prevalence of past-year cannabis use than female respondents of the same age group, consistent with what’s been observed for the past decade.
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Single blood test predicts 30-year cardiovascular disease risks for women
Measuring inflammation and lipids in midlife may support earlier detection, treatment,
August 31, 2024 – Research supported by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has found that measuring two types of fat in the bloodstream along with C-reactive protein (CRP), a marker of inflammation, can predict a woman’s risk for cardiovascular disease decades later. These findings, presented as late-breaking research at the European Society of Cardiology Congress 2024, were published in the New England Journal of Medicine(link is external).
“We can’t treat what we don’t measure, and we hope these findings move the field closer to identifying even earlier ways to detect and prevent heart disease,” said Paul M. Ridker, M.D., M.P.H., a study author and the director of the Center for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston.
For the study, investigators collected blood samples and medical information from 27,939 health care providers living in the United States who participated in the Women’s Health Study. Women, who started the study between 1992-1995 at an average age of 55, were followed for 30 years. During this period, 3,662 study participants experienced a heart attack, stroke, surgery to restore circulation, or a cardiovascular-related death. Researchers assessed how high-sensitivity CRP, along with low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a), a lipid partly made of LDL, singularly and collectively predicted these events.
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Do you find that the challenge of your daily clinical practice leaves you little time to stay up-to-date with current healthcare trends and topics? If so, this educational activity is designed for you. This hybrid course provides the PA, APRN, AA and CRNA with a general review of the most current knowledge in internal medicine, subspecialties and surgical specialty topics and offers both virtual livestream and in-person options. Network with your colleagues from across the area or join from the comfort of your office or home. AAPA Category 1, AANC Contact Hours and AMA PRA Category 1 CME CreditsTM are available
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August 29, 2024 – The Nursing Consortium of Florida’s next conference Mission Driven; Building & Maintaining a Culture of Nursing Excellence will take place on Thursday. November 14. Theresa M. Davis, PhD,RN, NE-BC, CHTP, FAAN, the AVP of the Inova Health System Nursing High Reliability Center and the immediate past president of the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) will be the conference keynote speaker.
Don’t miss it! Our conference will begin at 8:00am and conclude at 4:30 pm.” Please share how your organization is making a difference. Click here to submit an abstract for a poster or podium presentation addressing initiatives that have succeeded in advancing strong workplace cultures, contributed to staff recruitment and/or improved staff retention in practice and academic settings, improved team interaction, interaction with patients and/or students, improved patient or student outcomes. Please click here by this Friday to register to at the best rates. To view available sponsorship opportunities, please click here.
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Florida Blue Foundation Now Accepting Applications for 2024 Maternal Health Grant Funding
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.
If your organization is passionate about creating positive change for mothers and babies in Florida, you are encouraged to apply. Eligible applicants must complete and submit an online application by Thursday, September 12, 2024, 3:00 p.m. (Eastern Time). All applicants will be notified of their status between December 2024 – January 2025.
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Free Autism Screening for Young Children
Aug. 22, 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 Sept. 20, 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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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:
•An Introduction to the Endocannabinoid System and Medical Cannabis
•Florida Medical Cannabis Legislative Update
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BY THE NUMBERS Qualified Patients: (Active ID Card)
Aug 30 2024- 885,373 Aug 23 2024- 885,409 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
Patients Added Last Week: -36 Qualified Ordering Physicians:
2,355
New Doctors added Last Week: 11
Reporting Period: Aug 23 - Aug 29 2024
Amount of Medical Marijuana Dispensed - (mgs THC) 337,781,400
Amount of Low-THC Cannabis Dispensed - (mgs CBD ) 3,183,146
-Amount of Marijuana in a Form for Smoking (oz) 119,220.973 Approved Dispensing Locations: 673 Added Last Week: 8 GIT FLORIDA - TALLAHASSEE
JUNGLE BOYS - TALLAHASSEE MUV- OKEECHOBEE & MELBOURNE
TRULIEVE - NICEVILLE, MIRAMAR BEACH, COCOA & TAMPA |
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RECENT EDUCATION SEMINARS HOSTED BY THE SOUTH FLORIDA HOSPITAL NEWS NETWORK DISABILITY INSURANCE EDUCATION WEBINAR
Understanding the Disability Insurance Market in Florida with Howard Wolkowitz and Michael Tyler. June 27, 2024 CLICK HERE TO VIEW VIDEO Presented by Mirza Healthcare Law How Experienced Physicians Protect their Assets. May 21, 2024 CLICK HERE TO VIEW VIDEO Presented by Dabdoub Law Firm
PHYSICIAN DISABILITY INSURANCE WEBINAR – TIMING IS EVERYTHING – PART 2 MAY 21, 2024
CLICK HERE TO VIEW VIDEO Presented by Mirza Healthcare Law How to start your Healthcare Practice? March 19, 2024
CLICK HERE TO VIEW VIDEO Presented by Coleman Consulting Physician Practice Management - Managing Pit Falls in your Practice - Recorded on Feb 13, 2024.
CLICK HERE TO VIEW VIDEO Presented by Dabdoub Law Firm PHYSICIAN DISABILITY INSURANCE WEBINAR – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW – PART 1
CLICK HERE TO VIEW VIDEO Presented by Mirza Healthcare Law "HOW TO HANDLE COLLECTION CHALLENGES OF WORKING WITH HEALTH PLANS"
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Presented by Mirza Healthcare Law "How Experienced Physicians Protect their Assets"
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Presented by Mirza Healthcare Law "How to Minimize the Risk of Malpractice Lawsuits"
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Presented by Mirza Healthcare Law "So, I Signed a Non-Compete, Now What?"
CLICK HERE TO VIEW VIDEO Presented by Mirza Healthcare Law "How to Approach and Do Business With Large Healthcare Systems"
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Presented by Mirza Healthcare Law "How Mergers & Acquisitions in Healthcare are Done!"
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Presented by Mirza Healthcare Law "How to Navigate - Hospital Medical Executive Committees, Peer Reviews, Investigations, and Bylaws"
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Presented by Mirza Healthcare Law "How Experienced Physicians Negotiate Employment Agreements"
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Presented by Mirza Healthcare Law “ASSESSING LIABILITY RISKS: HOW TO PROTECT YOUR PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND REPUTATION”
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Presented by Mirza Healthcare Law "So, I Signed a Non-Compete, Now What?"
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Presented by Mirza Healthcare Law Stark Law - How can Physicians and Hospitals Avoid Problems and Still Work Together
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