THURSDAY - APRIL 4 2024 South Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
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ASHLEY VERTUNO, CEO OF HCA FL JFK NORTH HOSPITAL IS THE RECIPIENT OF THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF HEALTHCARE EXECUTIVES 2024 ROBERT S. HUDGENS MEMORIAL AWARD FOR YOUNG HEALTHCARE EXECUTIVE.
March 26, 2024 – Ashley Vertuno, FACHE, chief executive officer of HCA Florida JFK North Hospital in West Palm Beach, has been awarded the esteemed Robert S. Hudgens Memorial Award for Young Healthcare Executive of the Year by the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE). This prestigious accolade recognizes exceptional achievement in healthcare management, specifically honoring individuals under 40 years old who hold CEO or COO positions in healthcare organizations and are Fellows of ACHE.
Ashley Vertuno’s selection for this honor underscores her remarkable journey in healthcare leadership. Her dedication and vision have made a profound impact on the healthcare industry and the community.
During the 67th ACHE Congress Ashley was able to celebrate receiving this award with family, former and current bosses, mentors and colleagues. Carolyn Caldwell, President Chief Executive Officer of Dignity Health St Mary Medical Center in Long Beach, California (former HCA CEO) was Ashley’s first boss and was there to cheer her on. When asked by Carolyn what Ashley wanted to be when she grew up, Ashley looked at her and said, I want to be you, CEO of a major Healthcare organization. And as we can see Ashley is living her purpose and continues to make significant strides in the healthcare industry.
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ACHE OF SOUTH FLORIDA MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: SANDRA TADROS
Sandra Tadros could not be more enthusiastic about her role at the University of Miami Health System – often referred to as UHealth – where she serves as the senior administrative officer overseeing the operations of the Desai Sethi Urology Institute and the Executive Health Department. Commuting up to two hours each way from Broward County, she says, “If that isn’t dedication and love for what you do, I don’t know what is.
“The people are amazing and talented; I have been blessed with the opportunity to work with leaders who position their team in a fashion to really be successful as employees and leaders here at UHealth.” Tadros holds an executive MBA in Healthcare Management and Policy from the University of Miami and was PMP certified in 2017 (project management professional). She started her career in healthcare with a focus on process improvement, which gave her the opportunity to apply her project management skills in different departments such as human resources, in the ER, and surgical services.
Starting in healthcare with a focus on process improvement and project management opened the door for more exposure to different operations within healthcare that helped her with the foundation to be successful in her current role as a senior administrative officer with the Desai Sethi Urology Institute, one of a select few freestanding urology institutes in the United States.
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THORACIC SURGEON NATHANIEL R. MCELHANEY, M.D., FACS, JOINS BAPTIST HEALTH
April 2, 2024 – Double board-certified thoracic surgeon Nathaniel R. McElhaney, M.D., FACS, has joined the Eugene M. & Christine E. Lynn Cancer Institute, part of Baptist Health, at Boca Raton Regional Hospital. He is certified in general surgery and thoracic surgery and specializes in treating conditions of the chest cavity and lungs, such as lung cancer.
Prior to joining Lynn Cancer Institute, Dr. McElhaney was a thoracic surgeon at Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital and Guthrie Corning Hospital, both located in Pennsylvania.
“We are happy to welcome Dr. Segota to our multidisciplinary cancer care team dedicated to the highest quality care,” said Louise Morrell, M.D., medical director at Lynn Cancer Institute. “Dr. McElhaney will bring expertise in the surgical treatment of lung and other thoracic cancers and will provide patients expert specialty care, close to home.”
Dr. McElhaney earned his medical degree at Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University. He completed a general surgery internship at Western Pennsylvania Hospital and a general surgery residency at Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore, Md., where he served as chief resident. He also completed a cardiothoracic surgery fellowship at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons.
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NICKLAUS CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL ACHIEVES FIFTH CONSECUTIVE MAGNET® RECOGNITION
RANKS AMONG THE ONLY ONE PERCENT OF HOSPITALS NATIONWIDE TO HAVE ACHIEVED A FIFTH CONSECUTIVE RECOGNITION
March 29, 2024- Nicklaus Children’s Hospital this month attained Magnet recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Magnet Recognition Program® for the fifth consecutive term. Nicklaus Children’s is one of only five children’s hospitals in the nation to have received a fifth Magnet designation and joins the ranks of the only 1 percent of hospitals nationwide who have attained this fifth-term Magnet milestone. What’s more, only 9.7 percent of hospitals in the United States currently hold Magnet recognition status, and only 1 percent of those are pediatric hospitals.
The Magnet recognition program distinguishes healthcare organizations that meet rigorous standards for nursing excellence and is the highest and most regarded honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice. Nicklaus Children’s was the first pediatric hospital in Florida and the fifth pediatric hospital in the nation to achieve ANCC Magnet designation in 2004.
Magnet recognition is the gold standard for nursing excellence and is a factor when the public judges healthcare organizations. U.S. News & World Report’s annual showcase of “America’s Best Hospitals” includes Magnet recognition in its ranking criteria for quality of inpatient care. The Magnet Model provides a framework for nursing practice, research, and measurement of outcomes. Through this framework, ANCC evaluates applicants across a number of components and dimensions to gauge an organization’s nursing excellence.
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DELRAY MEDICAL CENTER IS FIRST HOSPITAL IN PALM BEACH COUNTY TO OFFER NEW FARAPULSE™ PULSED FIELD ABLATION SYSTEM FOR ATRIAL FIBRILLATION
April 2, 2024 – Delray Medical Center is the first hospital in Palm Beach County to offer the FARAPULSE™ Pulsed Field Ablation System, a newly approved device for the treatment of atrial fibrillation, the most common type of heart arrhythmia. The first procedure using the new system was performed at the hospital by Dr. Yoel Vivas on April 2, 2024.
The FARAPULSE PFA System, which is manufactured by Boston Scientific, received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in January.[i] The new system offers an alternative treatment for atrial fibrillation than traditional thermal ablation, in which a catheter placed in the interior of the heart generates extreme temperatures – hot or cold – to destroy targeted areas in the heart associated with abnormal heart rhythms. Instead, the FARAPULSE PFA System relies on tissue-selective, non-thermal electric fields to ablate heart tissue and avoid damage to surrounding structures.
Atrial fibrillation occurs when the top two chambers of the heart, the atria, beat too fast and with an irregular rhythm (fibrillation). It can decrease the heart’s pumping efficiency, which can cause blood cells to pool and stick together, forming clots in the heart, and lead to stroke. People with atrial fibrillation have a higher risk of stroke, heart failure and other heart-related complications than those with normal heart rhythms.[ii]
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SYLVESTER CANCER, NANETS PARTNER TO PRESENT REGIONAL CONFERENCE ON MULTIDISCIPLINARY MANAGEMENT OF NEUROENDOCRINE TUMORS
ONE-DAY PROGRAM DESIGNED TO HELP CLINICIANS OPTIMALLY MANAGE NET DISEASE
MIAMI, FLORIDA – April 1, 2024 – Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and the North American Neuroendocrine Tumor Society (NANETS) will present a regional educational conference focusing on neuroendocrine tumors (NET): “The Multidisciplinary Management of NET Disease.” This one-day program on Saturday, April 6 will feature presentations and panel discussions by a wide range of experts to help equip clinicians with the latest knowledge for optimal NET management.
Speakers include multispecialty experts from Sylvester, Mayo Clinic, other top-tier cancer centers and the National Cancer Institute.
“Neuroendocrine tumors are still considered rare, but have been diagnosed more frequently during the past decade,” explained Aman Chauhan, MD, course director and leader of Sylvester’s Neuroendocrine Tumor Program.
He noted that while NET research has been evolving rapidly with new drug approvals and treatment approaches, treatment plans still vary widely. “By convening professionals from numerous specialties involved in treating NET disease, we can share strategies to improve diagnosis, treatment and management of these cancers, resulting in better patient care.”
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PALM BEACH HEALTH NETWORK HONOR PHYSICIANS ON NATIONAL DOCTORS’ DAY
PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fl. -March 30th, 2024 – Palm Beach Health Network is celebrating National Doctors’ Day by paying tribute to its physicians for their service, skill, and compassion. In partnership with Palm Beach Health Network’s parent company, Tenet Healthcare, we express profound gratitude for the exceptional team of physicians dedicated to the care of patients within Palm Beach Health Network and beyond. Their commitment represents a selfless dedication to the well-being and safety of all individuals.
“On behalf of all our Governing Board members, and all of our employees, I would like to extend my heartfelt appreciation to our physicians, the leaders of healthcare in Palm Beach County,” said Maggie Gill, Group President for Tenet Healthcare. “I believe strongly in the value of saying thank you every day, but today, we pause to honor the contributions of our physicians for their dedication to the health and wellness of our community.”
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PH.D. STUDENTS RECEIVE RESEARCH INTERNSHIPS AT ELI LILLY, MERCK
Four University of Miami students, including three from the Miller School, will gain valuable experience at the prominent companies this year.
The prestigious Eli Lilly and Merck research labs will have a common element for 2024—interns from Ph.D. programs at the University of Miami and Miller School of Medicine. The university will have twice as many Ph.D. interns this year as last, demonstrating the high regard in which its graduate students are held.
Abdiel Badillo-Martinez (neuroscience), Ifedi Anikpo (epidemiology) and Joan Glenny Pescov (molecular and cellular pharmacology) will intern with Eli Lilly. Melissa Franklin (biomedical engineering) will intern at Merck.
From left: Abdiel Badillo-Martinez, Joan Glenny Pescov and Ifedi Anikpo
From left, Abdiel Badillo-Martinez, Joan Glenny Pescov and Ifedi Anikpo will be interning with Eli Lilly this year.
“We’re so proud of our students! It’s great to provide support for these future scientists and help them explore their passions and career paths,” said Ana Fiallos, Ph.D., director of career services for graduate studies. “The vital experience gained by our interning students will help them decide whether an academic or industry path is right for them, along with gaining many transferable skills they will learn throughout this process.”
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CLEVELAND CLINIC CREATES NEW ROLE TO LEAD INTERNATIONAL AND EMERGING MARKETS
Tommaso Falcone, M.D., appointed Executive Vice President and President, International and Emerging Markets
April 1, 2024 – Cleveland Clinic announced today that Tommaso Falcone, M.D., will serve as the organization’s first Executive Vice President and President of International and Emerging Markets, effective April 1.
In this new role, Dr. Falcone will be responsible for leading and executing Cleveland Clinic’s strategic initiatives in international markets, focusing on both established and emerging markets. This will include enterprise-wide Global Patient Services, International Operations, Cleveland Clinic Canada and Cleveland Clinic Nevada. He will also work closely with leaders in both Cleveland Clinic London and Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi.
“Dr. Falcone’s distinctive experience as a proven leader, highly respected and innovative clinician, as well as his international experience will further position Cleveland Clinic for operational excellence consistently across our international markets,” said Tom Mihaljevic, M.D., Cleveland Clinic CEO and President and Morton L. Mandel CEO Chair, Cleveland Clinic.
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COMMUNITY CHANGEMAKERS FUND MAKES FIRST INVESTMENT IN BUILDING A CULTURE OF HEALTH NETWORK
APRIL 2, 2024 – The Community Changemakers Fund (CCF) at Palm Health Foundation announced its first 21 grant awards totaling $186,500. Seven local funders are supporting the fund, all part of a growing Culture of Health Network comprised of changemakers committed to improving Palm Beach County’s health. Funders include the Children’s Services Council of Palm Beach County, the Community Foundation of Palm Beach and Martin Counties, the Frederick A. Deluca Foundation, Lost Tree Foundation, Palm Health Foundation, Quantum Foundation, and the United Way of Palm Beach County.
Funders were inspired to create the CCF after Palm Beach County won the 2020-2021 Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Culture of Health Prize in recognition of the way residents take the lead in creating solutions to build healthier communities. The CCF is investing in the individuals, organizations, and businesses committed to community change and is connecting them with like-minded changemakers to share project ideas and resources.
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TENET COMPLETES SALE OF SIX HOSPITALS IN CALIFORNIA
DALLAS–April 1, 2024 — Tenet Healthcare Corporation (NYSE: THC) today announced that it has completed the sale of six hospitals and related operations in California consistent with previously disclosed terms.
Tenet completed the sale of its four Orange County and Los Angeles County hospitals and related operations to UCI Health – consistent with the approval of the University of California Board of Regents. The completed transaction includes Fountain Valley Regional Hospital, Lakewood Regional Medical Center, Los Alamitos Medical Center, Placentia-Linda Hospital, and related operations.
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CHARITY CHILI COOK-OFF TO BENEFIT NONPROFIT MEDICAL CLINIC, KOREAN WAR VETERANS
April 1, 2024– After a one-year hiatus due to Hurricane Ian, an annual chili cook-off that benefits local charities returns to Cape Coral this weekend.
The SWFL Charities Foundation event takes place on Sunday, April 7, 1-6 p.m. at Club Square in Cape Coral. Activities include chili contests for both individuals and restaurants, crafts and arts vendors, and live music from Roxx Revolt + The Velvets, Foolish Relics and Bargain Bin Heroes.
All proceeds benefit two organizations: Korean War Veterans Chapter 155 Southwest Florida and Premier Mobile Health Services, a nonprofit mobile medical clinic that brings essential care to those in need across Lee County.
The mobile clinic will be onsite to see patients on a walk-in basis. Patients without insurance and those who provide proof of income below 200 percent of the federal poverty guidelines are provided care at no cost; others in need pay on a sliding scale based on income.
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LEE HEALTH ANNOUNCES BOARD OF DIRECTORS OFFICERS FOR 2024
March 29, 2024— Lee Health is pleased to announce the newly elected officers of its Board of Directors for 2024.
Officers Donna Clarke (chair), David F. Collins (treasurer) and Dane Allen (secretary) will all retain their positions, with David Klein becoming the new vice-chair.
Clarke has been re-elected as board chair for 2024. Elected in 2014, Clarke has served for nine years. She is a former Florida State Representative and has served as an adjunct professor with the State College of Florida. Clarke earned a master’s degree in industrial management from the Georgia Institute of Technology and has previously owned and operated an environmental consulting firm. She is the past president of the Fort Myers Kiwanis Club and has served as vice-chair of the STARS Advisory Board. Clarke has also volunteered as a math tutor at the Pace Center for Girls of Lee County.
Klein was elected as the new vice-chair. He was elected to the board in 2022 and is a nationally recognized healthcare executive. Klein’s career includes 41 years of service with BlueCross BlueShield with 10 years as the chief executive officer (CEO) of Excellus BlueCross BlueShield. He is also a director of United Way and an advisor to Florida Gulf Coast Marieb College of Health and Human Services.
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LEE HEALTH COMPLETES RENOVATION AT OUTPATIENT CENTER AT SURFSIDE IN CAPE CORAL
The medical facility will offer orthopedics, rheumatology and rehabilitation services
April 2, 2024 — The second phase of the Outpatient Center at Surfside in Cape Coral is now open.
Located at the intersection of Veterans Parkway and Surfside Boulevard, the medical facility will now offer orthopedics, rheumatology and rehabilitation services, while also featuring a breast health center, imaging, lab services and primary care physician offices on site.
The second phase of the project is also bringing Lee Physician Group specialists in orthopedics to Cape Coral, so residents will no longer need to travel to Fort Myers for appointments. Additionally, rheumatology specialists will be available full-time, giving Cape Coral patients more access to specialized care.
Phase two of the project added 15,000 square feet to the two-story complex, which originally opened its doors in 2015. Located at 2441 Surfside Blvd., the outpatient facility gives Pine Island and Cape Coral residents easy access to care in a one-stop destination for patients who require multiple services and specialties.
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NEW DATA CHALLENGE BY THE GLOBAL CARDIOVASCULAR RESEARCH FUNDERS FORUM, WHICH INCLUDES THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION, WILL ASSESS RETURN ON INVESTMENT, GAPS IN RESEARCH FUNDING
DALLAS, April 1, 2024 — The Global Cardiovascular Research Funders Forum invite scientific researchers to compete in a new data challenge, hosted on the American Heart Association’s Precision Medicine Platform. The challenge is designed to better understand how to improve acceleration of science through funding. The winning project is eligible to receive a $20,000 USD cash prize.
The new data challenge aims to identify gaps in research funding for cardiovascular and stroke science. It asks applicants to answer the question: How can the organizations that fund cardiovascular and stroke science most effectively fund research to drive discoveries and improve lives?
“In this challenge, participants will apply artificial intelligence and data analytics to cardiovascular and stroke research programs to understand what has worked, what has not and where there are gaps,” said David Tancredi, M.D., PhD, president of the Leducq Foundation, a member of the Global Cardiovascular Research Funders Forum. “The results should help to make the Forum research organizations more effective.”
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BAPTIST HEALTH
(JACKSONVILLE) PIONEERS SURGICAL ROBOT INNOVATION WITH BENEFITS FOR PATIENTS
Surgeons performed the first case in the U.S. at Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville using the new surgical tool.
Jacksonville, Fla., April 2, 2024 – Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville reports at it’s were the first in the United States to perform procedures with a new, sleek sidekick – the Maestro Surgical Robotics System.
The robot provides surgeons with an extra set of “hands” to help hold instruments and move tools with precision during laparoscopic surgeries. At Baptist Jacksonville, the tool is being used during gastric sleeve procedures, a common type of weight loss surgery.
The first procedure was performed using the first version of the new Robotics System. The case was completed by Steven Hodgett, MD, FACS, a bariatric surgeon with North Florida Surgeons PA, who practices at the hospital.
“Stability and control are of critical importance and innovative robotic technologies help us reach new levels of precision,” said Dr. Hodgett. “We’re fortunate to have had the opportunity to provide input on robotic surgical technologies being developed at the global level, which later translates to real-world surgical improvements for patients.”
Because of surgical expertise and technological advancements, like the new Robotics System, patients can undergo a sleeve gastrectomy using a minimally invasive approach, which helps reduce pain and recovery time. In fact, patients usually go home after an overnight stay in the hospital.
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SMH-VENICE NEW PATIENT CARE TOWER OPENS, EASING CAPACITY CONSTRAINTS
SARASOTA, Fla. April 3, 2024 – Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Venice is on track to nearly double its inpatient capacity from 110 beds to 212 this year, with 68 new private patient suites opening today, and an additional 34 additional private suites scheduled to open this fall.
The two upper floors of the Venice hospital’s new five-story Northeast Tower began filling with patients today, with each new floor adding 34 patient suites. The fourth floor will serve as a larger, dedicated unit for cardiac patients, while the fifth floor will be dedicated for the growing volume of orthopedic patients.
The expansion is in response to the high demand for medical services in the community. Since opening in November 2021, SMH-Venice has operated at or near full capacity, and often beyond, as a critical health care safety net for people following the closure of ShorePoint Health Venice Hospital and Hurricane Ian in 2022.
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UNVEILING THE POWER OF RAPID RESPONSE THERAPY ; A REVOLUTION IN OPTIMAL WELLNESS
April 2, 2024 – In the fast-paced world we inhabit, the demand for effective mental health solutions has never been more critical. As stressors mount and challenges arise, individuals seek therapies that provide swift relief and sustainable results. Enter Rapid Resolution Therapy (RRT) – a groundbreaking approach invented by Dr Jon Connelly who revolutionized the landscape of mental wellness.
What is Rapid Resolution Therapy?
Rapid Resolution Therapy is a cutting-edge therapeutic model that combines the latest technology in neuroscience to relieve traumatic memories by using multifaceted communication and innovative tools. RRT is generally the fastest modality used for healing trauma.
The Science Behind RRT
At the core of Rapid Resolution Therapy lies a blend of evidence-based techniques drawn from fields such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness practices, and neurolinguistic programming (NLP). RRT works by following the steps involved with memory reconsolidating which has been shown to be effective and long term.
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MAYO CLINIC SCIENTISTS PIONEER IMMUNOTHERAPY TECHNIQUE FOR AUTOIMMUNE DISEASES
April 1, 2024 — Mayo Clinic scientists have developed an immunotherapy strategy that potentially lays the groundwork for treating a spectrum of autoimmune diseases.
The new technique, detailed in a preclinical study published in Nature Biomedical Engineering, involves combining chimeric antigen receptors (CAR) with mesenchymal stromal cells (MSC), resulting in engineered stem cells known as CAR-MSCs.
“The pioneering approach shows potential in targeting inflammatory disease sites more precisely and improving immunosuppression and healing outcomes,” says Saad Kenderian, M.B., Ch.B., a principal investigator and hematologist at Mayo Clinic. “We’re planning to study interventions that minimize the need for long-term medications for autoimmune diseases.”
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HHS FINALIZES POLICIES TO MAKE MARKETPLACE COVERAGE MORE ACCESSIBLE AND EXPAND ESSENTIAL HEALTH BENEFITS
APRIL 2, 2024- Today, the Biden-Harris Administration, through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)’s Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), announced policies for the Affordable Care Act Marketplaces that make it easier for low-income people to enroll in coverage, provides states the ability to increase access to routine adult dental services, and sets network adequacy standards for the time and distance people travel for appointments with in-network providers. Finally, the rule will standardize certain operations across the Marketplaces to increase reliability and consistency for consumers. The 2025 Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters final rule builds on the Administration’s previous work expanding access to quality, affordable health care and raising standards for Marketplace plans nationwide.
“More than 21 million Americans signed up for high-quality, affordable health care coverage through the ACA Marketplaces in 2024. We want to build on this success to make Marketplace plans even better,” said HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra. “This rule will allow coverage of routine dental benefits for the first time, expand requirements to ensure reliable access to health care providers, and ensure consumers with lower incomes can sign up for coverage when they need it.”
“Access to affordable, quality health care options remain a concern across the country and a top priority for CMS,” said CMS Administrator Chiquita Brooks-LaSure. “This rule includes groundbreaking ways to access health care services – such as addressing barriers for routine adult dental coverage for the first time and including considerations for how far people travel to see a health care provider. At CMS, we continue to explore ways to help Americans access high-quality coverage through the ACA Marketplaces.”
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IRREGULAR SLEEP AND LATE BEDTIMES ASSOCIATED WITH WORSE GRADES FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
NIH-funded study also links later bed and wake times with school conduct problems.
APRIL 2 2024- Irregular sleep and late bedtimes are linked to worse grades and more school-related behavioral problems among teens, suggests a study funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The authors stated that interventions to promote regular sleep schedules may boost adolescents’ academic performance.
The study, conducted by Gina Marie Mathew, Ph.D., and Lauren Hale, Ph.D., of Stony Brook University and colleagues, appears in Sleep. Funding was provided by NIH’s Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development.
Researchers analyzed data from nearly 800 adolescents participating in a larger study(link is external). Participants provided information on grades and school-related behavioral issues. They also wore a wrist accelerometer (a device that records the wearer’s movements) for a week so that study staff could estimate their sleep patterns.
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United Way of Broward County’s Commission on Behavioral Health & Drug Prevention, in collaboration with the Broward Behavioral Health Coalition and Florida Department of Children and Families will host the 9th Annual Behavioral Health Conference: The Power of Prevention on Tuesday, May 14 and Wednesday, May 15 at the Greater Fort Lauderdale Broward County Convention Center to promote community awareness and support of behavioral health and substance use prevention.
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ONE DAY FOR JACKSON JUST ANNOUNCED
March 2, 2024 – Jackson Health Foundation, along with community partners, is proud to announce One Day for Jackson – April 4, 2024 – a day of giving dedicated to raising funds and awareness exclusively for Jackson Health System. We wanted to make sure you were among the first to learn about the upcoming events taking place leading up to and on April 4.
At this morning’s event at Jackson Memorial Medical Center, patients shared their incredible stories about their recovery and how Jackson saved their lives. Additionally, we unveiled the logo displayed above with the help of local sports teams’ mascots, including the HEAT’s Burnie, Billy the Marlin, and the University of Miami’s Sebastian the Ibis, as well as our very own Holtzy.
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Dade County Medical Association 2024 Presidential Inauguration
Register here Members: $175 | Non-Members: $250 JW Marriot-Miami 1109 Brickell Avenue Miami, FL 33131 Contact Angel Bosch-DeLeon at abosch@miamimed.com or +1 305 503 5375 for Sponsorship Opportunities |
EMERGE AMERICAS PARTNERS WITH JACKSON HEALTH SYSTEM AND UHEALTH – UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI HEALTH SYSTEM – TO DEBUT THE HEALTHTECH INNOVATION HUB
The Hub Will Connect Healthcare Providers, Healthtech Companies and Investors to Drive the Patient Experience of the Future
Miami, FL. – December 12, 2023 – eMerge Americas, the premier technology conference and expo shaping the future of tech, is thrilled to announce its partnership with Jackson Health System and UHealth – University of Miami Health System on the launch of the Healthtech Innovation Hub. The highly-anticipated Healthtech experience will make its debut at the eMerge Americas 2024 Conference and Expo, which takes place on April 18 + 19, 2024 at the Miami Beach Convention Center.
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The University of Miami School of Nursing and Health Studies is accepting new students in all programs and welcomes anyone interested in the health professions to attend its upcoming Spring Academic Fair, from 4 to 6 p.m. April 24. The Academic Fair is a great opportunity to meet the school’s esteemed faculty and learn about its world-class academic offerings, including traditional and accelerated B.S.N., undergraduate public health and health science, and master’s, post-master’s, and doctoral nursing programs.
Established in 1948, UM SONHS is a fully accredited, private, nonprofit, research-driven institution located in Coral Gables, Florida. For more information, visit www.sonhs.miami.edu/academics. |
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The Nursing Consortium of Florida’s next conference Caring Connections; Discovering Magic at the Intersection of Technology & Nursing will take place at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort. The two half-day conference will begin at noon on Friday June 28 and conclude before noon the following day. Register today and be among the first to see the special travel packages available only to conference attendees and their accompanying families and friends. Submit an abstract to share how your organization’s technology implementations are contributing to improved patient outcomes and experiences and to nurse team learning and collaboration. Become a conference sponsor and add to the magic! In addition to a great conference, we will offer an extraordinary get-a-way value for those traveling to Orlando and locals alike. Once registering to attend the conference, attendees will be able to book a discounted hotel room and select from a range of specially-priced Theme Park tickets including partial-day tickets available only to those attending a conference at Walt Disney World®.
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NAMI MIAMI-DADE PRESENTS THE SECOND SOUTH FLORIDA SUICIDE AWARENESS CONFERENCE ON SATURDAY, APRIL 20TH Miami, FL—April 2, 2024—With the suicide death rate in the US increasing by 2.6% between 2021-2022, * NAMI Miami-Dade is presenting the second South Florida Suicide Awareness Conference: “Honest Talk About Suicide and A Message of Hope” on Saturday, April 20, 9 am – 12:00 and check-in begins at 8:00 am at the University of Miami Newman Alumni Center. The event is free to the community. Registration is required.
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FoundCare is thrilled to announce the upcoming FoundCare Job Fair at our Yolette Bonnet Center. Your support could be a game-changer in our efforts to connect with medical professionals seeking new opportunities or embarking on their career journey. Here are the details: 🏥 What: FoundCare Job Fair – Yolette Bonnet Center 📅 When: Thursday, April 4, 2024 🕚 Time: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. 🏢 Where: FoundCare Yolette Bonnet Center – 5867 Okeechobee Blvd West Palm Beach, FL 33417
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APRIL 3, 2024 READ THE CURRENT NEWSLETTER FROM CANNABIS NEWS FLORIDA
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Over 877,000
Patients in Florida are using Cannabis as their Medicine
FOR LATEST OMMU REPORTS FROM OFFICE OF MEDICAL MARIJUANA USE IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA HERE
Highlights from MARCH 29, 2024
CLICK HERE FOR PDF OF THE REPORT BY THE NUMBERS Qualified Patients: (Active ID Card): Mar 29 2024- 877,954 Mar 22 2024- 877,178 Mar 15 2024- 876,716 Mar 08 2024- 876,346 Mar 01 2024- 875,470 Feb 23 2024- 873,219 Patients Added Last Week: 776 Qualified Ordering Physicians:
2,615 New Doctors added Last Week: -26 Reporting Period: Mar 22 Mar 28, 2024
Amount of Medical Marijuana Dispensed - (mgs THC) 349,623,527
Amount of Low-THC Cannabis Dispensed - (mgs CBD ) 3,773,751 -Amount of Marijuana in a Form for Smoking (oz) 111,696.894 Approved Dispensing Locations: 627 Added Last Week: 1
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