Hospice Choices: VITAS is Now Serving Florida’s Pasco County
October 16, 2024 – PASCO COUNTY, FL – Families in Pasco County can now choose VITAS Healthcare, the nation’s leading provider of end-of-life care, for high-quality hospice services. This expansion meets the growing demand for compassionate hospice care in the Northern Tampa Bay area, offering residents another trusted option for comfort care that aligns with patients’ end-of-life wishes.
“At VITAS, we are committed to ensuring that every patient receives the best care possible—individualized care tailored to their values that allows them to live with dignity,” said Jalisha Wynn, general manager for VITAS. “By expanding into Pasco County, we are providing families with a premier choice, backed by decades of expertise and compassion.
VITAS specializes in delivering patient-centered physical, emotional and spiritual care wherever patients reside, whether in their homes, nursing homes, assisted living communities or inpatient settings. With the ability to manage complex clinical modalities, VITAS care teams help seriously ill patients focus on comfort and quality of life during their final stages of an advanced illness.
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| Delray Medical Center First Hospital in Palm Beach County to Successfully Implant New Dissolvable Stent for People with Chronic Limb Threatening Ischemia Below-the-Knee
Abbott’s Esprit™ BTK Everolimus Eluting Resorbable Scaffold System (Esprit™ BTK System) offers a new option for people with the most extreme form of peripheral artery disease (PAD) for arteries below-the-knee (BTK)
DELRAY BEACH, Fla.-October 15, 2024- Delray Medical Center (DMC) successfully implanted the Esprit™ BTK Everolimus Eluting Resorbable Scaffold System (Esprit™ BTK System), a first-of-its-kind dissolvable stent for people with chronic limb threatening ischemia (CLTI) below-the-knee (BTK). DMC is the first hospital in Palm Beach County to utilize the Esprit in surgery. The procedure was completed by vascular surgeon Dr. Joseph Ricotta, National Medical Director of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy for Tenet Healthcare and Professor of Surgery and Program Director of the vascular surgery fellowship at Florida Atlantic University School of Medicine.
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Baptist Health Foundation Celebrates Accomplishments and Announces Capital Campaign at The Grand Gala 2024
$5 Million Raised will Benefit Baptist Health’s Hospitals and Institutes
October 16, 2024 — Baptist Health Foundation held its 2024 Grand Gala Saturday, October 5 the Miami Beach Convention Center Grand Ballroom. The event brought together community leaders, healthcare professionals, donors and corporate philanthropy partners to support Baptist Health’s hospitals, institutes, services and programs in Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties.
The Gala was hosted by South Florida TV personality Laurie Jennings and featured a celebrity performance by global music icon and philanthropist Marc Anthony. Speakers included Baptist Health President and CEO and Gala co-chairs Bo Boulenger and Elizabeth Boulenger and Baptist Health Foundation CEO, Alex Villoch.
The event also featured the launch of Power Extraordinary — The Campaign for Baptist Health. This historic campaign — the first in the organization’s nearly 65-year history — aims to raise $600 million in support of the organization’s vision to pursue a reimagined approach to patient care, a hub for the best minds in medicine, a new era of research and a global center for innovation.
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Holy Cross Medical Group Names Teresa Deasy, R.N., BSN, M.S. as Vice President of Operations
Fort Lauderdale, Florida – October 15, 2024 – Teresa Deasy, R.N., BSN, M.S. has been named Vice President of Operations for Holy Cross Medical Group. She is responsible for executing strategic growth initiatives of the multi-specialty physician employed group of more than 130 physicians providing services throughout Broward County.
Deasy’s responsibilities include patient access, network integrity, ambulatory growth, enhancing practice operations, improving patient experience and overseeing the directors of key service lines. A business-focused and outcome-oriented leader who brings a coveted blend of extensive healthcare experience and business acumen to effectively manage large-scale healthcare operations, Deasy is well-respected for building strong working relationships with C-suite executives, key stakeholders and opinion drivers.
“Teresa’s leadership, knowledge and operational experience will be an asset to the Holy Cross Medical Group,” said Holy Cross Health President and CEO Mark Doyle. “She has consistently developed healthcare business improvement strategies and has enhanced medical services with a patient-first approach to healthcare programs.”
Prior to joining Holy Cross Medical Group, Deasy was most recently Associate Vice President of Product Line Services for Broward Health Medical Center, where she served in a variety of significant roles in her 23-year career there. She is also a former assistant nurse manager at Cleveland Clinic-Fort Lauderdale.
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Memorial Healthcare System Honored by American Medical Association for Promoting Physician Well-being
HOLLYWOOD, Fla., October 15, 2024 – Memorial Healthcare System has earned Bronze level recognition from the American Medical Association (AMA) as a Joy in Medicine™ health organization. The prestigious distinction is awarded to organizations that meet the rigorous criteria of the Joy in the Medicine Health System Recognition Program, honoring national leaders dedicated to improving the well-being and professional fulfillment of physicians and advanced practice providers (APPs) through proven initiatives. Memorial is one of only 62 health systems nationwide to receive this honor as part of the 2024 cohort.
“Our recognition as a Joy in Medicine™ health organization is deeply meaningful to all of us at Memorial,” said Dr. Holly Neville, M.D, Associate Chief Medical Officer and Program Director of General Surgery Residency at Memorial Healthcare System. “As both a physician and a leader, I’ve seen firsthand how vital it is to create a supportive environment where doctors can thrive. This honor reflects our ongoing commitment to listening to our physicians and APPs, addressing their challenges, and celebrating their successes, so they can continue delivering exceptional care to our patients.”
The COVID-19 pandemic strained health systems globally, with AMA research showing physician burnout nearly doubling to 62.8% from 2020 to 2021. With physician burnout dropping below 50% nationwide for the first time since 2020, Memorial remains committed to providing essential support doctors need to thrive and deliver on their health goals.
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George Simon, MD Named Director of Thoracic Oncology and Clinical Research at Jupiter Medical Center
OCTOBER 15, 2024 – Jupiter, FL – Jupiter Medical Center is pleased to welcome George R. Simon, MD, FACP, FCCP as the Director of Thoracic Oncology and Clinical Research at the Anderson Family Cancer Institute. With a distinguished career spanning over 25 years in medical oncology, Dr. Simon brings a wealth of expertise and a compassionate approach to patient care.
Dr. Simon is Board Certified in Medical Oncology, and his clinical focus includes Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Thymoma, Mesothelioma, and the study of DNA excision repair genes in Lung Cancer. In particular, he studies strategies to deliver personalized cancer care in the form of either immunotherapy or targeted therapy individualized to a patient’s tumor.
With over two decades of clinical oncology translational research experience, Dr. Simon has been at the forefront of numerous groundbreaking clinical trials. His work has garnered substantial federal grants, reflecting his commitment to advancing the science of oncology.
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Kathleen E. Minnick MD, Joins Palm Beach Health Network Physician Group
October 14, 2024 – Board-certified breast surgeon Kathleen E. Minnick, MD, joins the Palm Beach Health Network breast surgery team. She brings a quarter century of experience caring for women in Palm Beach County. She is a member of the medical staff at Good Samaritan Medical Center in West Palm Beach, and part of the Palm Beach Surgical Breast Care with offices located in West Palm Beach, Jupiter and Royal Palm Beach (see addresses below).
Dr. Minnick specializes in performing the following procedures: ultrasound-guided core needle biopsy, stereotactic breast biopsy, excisional breast biopsy, mammogram/ultrasound-guided needle localization biopsy, lumpectomy, mastectomy and intraoperative radiotherapy (IORT).
She also treats such conditions as breast cancer, benign disorders of the breast, and those at high-risk for breast cancer.
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Celebrating Strength and Resilience: World Gynecologic Oncology Day Patient Reunion At Jupiter Medical Center
Jupiter, FL – October 14, 2024 – Jupiter Medical Center recently observed World Gynecologic Oncology Day with a heartfelt patient reunion at the Anderson Family Cancer Institute. This special event brought together patients and their family members with their oncology care team to celebrate life, share stories, and reinforce the importance of early detection and listening to your body.
Among the several patients who shared their stories was Melanie Van Trump, who spoke about her emotional journey of being diagnosed with Ovarian cancer less than a year after her mother had passed away from stage 4 ovarian cancer.
“This journey has been extremely tough, but when you have a strong foundation, anything is possible and the medical team (at Jupiter Medical Center) is exactly that,” said Van Trump. “If I could give any advice to help anyone…don’t wait. If you feel anything different from cramping to bloating. I know I was very lucky that my symptoms started screaming at me.”
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THERE IS STILL TIME TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF FREE AND REDUCED-RATE MAMMOGRAMS AT MOUNT SINAI MEDICAL CENTER THROUGH OCTOBER
In Honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Mount Sinai Medical Center Is Offering Free or Reduced-Rate Mammograms
What: Mount Sinai offers free and reduced-rate mammograms.
When: Through the month of October.
Who: Women, 40 years old or over.
Why: The Lila & Harold Menowitz Comprehensive Breast Center in Miami Beach has been designated as a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence (BICOE) by the American College of Radiology (ACR), because of its focus on service, technology, and expertise.
Early detection of breast cancer is key to early diagnosis and treatment. Breast cancer screenings start at age 40. Regular mammograms can detect breast cancer early, sometimes up to three years before it can be felt.
A mammogram is an X-ray image of the breast that is used to screen for and detect breast cancer. It plays a vital role in early breast cancer detection, leading to the well-being and longevity of patients. How often a woman should have a mammogram depends on her age and individual risk of breast cancer. Screening mammograms can help reduce the number of deaths from breast cancer among women ages 40 to 74, especially for those over age 50.
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Are you aging well?
University of Miami experts in kinesiology, nutrition, and lifelong learning offer tips to live a long, active life.
By Barbara Gutierrezbgutierrez@miami.edu
So, you want to live to be 100 years old. Who doesn’t?
The trick is not to live longer but to do so with energy and vigor, so you can continue to do the things you enjoy.
Experts have many theories on how that can be attained. In other words, how can you age well?
Experts say that aging starts after 30 years of age when cells begin to deteriorate. Decades later, however, more evident symptoms of aging appear: gray hair, memory loss, and loss of muscle function, which can result in declines in balance, strength, and the ability to perform activities of daily living. But although some signs of aging are irreversible, regaining muscle function is possible.
Joseph F. Signorile, a professor in the University of Miami School of Education and Human Development’s Department of Kinesiology and Sport Sciences, has written “Bending the Aging Curve,” a book in which he explores how to use targeted physical training to age well.
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NSU University School Student Leads Donation Drive for NICU Families at HCA Florida University Hospital
DAVIE Fla. October 16, 2024 – Ariana Intsiful, a 12th-grade student at NSU University School and founder of the initiative NICU Literacy & Love, has led a donation drive to support families of newborns in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at HCA Florida University Hospital. As the President of Community Engagement for USchool HOSA: Future Health Professionals, Ariana partnered with fellow students to collect over 200 items, including blankets, slippers, pillows, and handheld mirrors, throughout the month of September.
The donation drive was part of Ariana’s broader mission to ease the burdens on NICU families. In collaboration with the USchool Community Service Coordinator, teachers, and other HOSA members, she placed donation boxes throughout the school, encouraging students to contribute. The collected items will be distributed to NICU families to help make their stay more comfortable.
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Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Dennis Sagini joins Precision Healthcare Specialists
FORT MYERS, Fla. – October 14, 2024 – Board-certified orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Dennis Sagini has joined Precision Healthcare Specialists, introducing a new specialty to the thriving practice.
Specializing in hand, wrist and elbow surgery, Sagini treats patients experiencing arthritis of the hand, nerve compression, muscle and tendon injuries, and upper extremity dysfunction. He also provides fracture care.
Certified in orthopaedic surgery through the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sagini performs minimally invasive surgical procedures as well as non-surgical treatments to help patients improve function of their musculoskeletal system, which includes bones, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments and cartilage. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and Lee County Medical Society.
Prior to joining Precision, Sagini worked for 15 years in Fort Myers as an orthopaedic surgeon for Joint Implant Surgeons of Florida.
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Wave of Light Baby Loss Awareness Week (9-15 October)
NCH Safe & Healthy Children’s Coalition and Avow Hospice Host First-Ever “Wave of Light” Event in Naples to Raise Awareness for Safe Infant Sleep and Bereavement Support
Naples, Florida, October 14 2024 – As part of efforts to raise awareness about safe infant sleep and provide support for bereaved families, the NCH Safe & Healthy Children’s Coalition and Avow Hospice are hosting their first-ever “Wave of Light” event on Tuesday, October 15th. This event is part of a global movement to raise awareness and offer support to families affected by pregnancy loss and the death of a baby.
The event coincides with Baby Loss Awareness Week, which runs from October 9th to 15th. Now in its 22nd year, Baby Loss Awareness Week provides an opportunity for families and communities to come together to remember and honor much-loved and missed babies.
This week is also a platform to highlight the profound impact of pregnancy and baby loss, emphasize the importance of bereavement support, and raise awareness about the need for improved pregnancy outcomes and safe infant sleep practices to save lives.
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Palm Health Foundation Awards Over $500,000 in Scholarships to Strengthen South Florida’s Nursing and Behavioral Health Workforce
Foundation Pledges 100% Donation Match to Support Health Professions Scholarships
West Palm Beach, Fla. October 15, 2024 – Palm Health Foundation and its donors are making a significant impact by investing in both the future healthcare workforce and the aspirations of students in South Florida. Thanks to an outpouring of donor support, the foundation recently awarded $530,000 in needs-based scholarships to 92 nursing and behavioral health students at local universities pursuing degrees to fill significant gaps in access to care across Palm Beach County.
To support the growth of the behavioral health workforce, the foundation will match 100% of donations between September 1 and October 31, 2024 to The Scholarship Fund for Mental Health Professions at Palm Health Foundation. The foundation will launch a second 100% donation match for nursing scholarships on Giving Tuesday, December 3, 2024.
“Our scholarship funds are addressing significant shortages in the nursing and behavioral health care workforce in our county and are supporting scholars who bring a great deal of lived experience caring for individuals and families to their professions,” said Patrick McNamara, president and CEO of Palm Health Foundation. “Our scholars’ ability to bridge languages and cultures is critical to providing quality care for our diverse South Florida communities, making our entire region healthier and stronger.”
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NCH Receives Prestigious PRC Healthcare Leadership Awards
Naples, FL., October 14, 2024 Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH) has been honored with two distinguished awards from PRC (Professional Research Consultants) at their annual PRC Healthcare Experience Summit, held on September 25, 2024. NCH was recognized as a recipient of the coveted Healthcare Leadership Award for Outstanding Culture, and Dr. Carlos Quintero of NCH was awarded the Physician Leadership Award for his exemplary contributions to healthcare excellence.
This year’s Healthcare Experience Summit brought together leaders and innovators from across the healthcare industry, with PRC receiving over 200 nominations across multiple categories for their Healthcare Leadership Awards. These prestigious awards celebrate organizations and individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation, and a steadfast commitment to improving patient outcomes.
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NCH Honored by American Medical Association for Promoting Well-Being and Reducing Physician Burnout
Naples, FL — October 15, 2024 — Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH) is proud to announce that it has been honored by the American Medical Association (AMA) with the prestigious Bronze-Level Recognition as a Joy in Medicine™ Health Organization. This distinction is awarded to healthcare organizations that meet the rigorous criteria of the AMA’s Joy in Medicine™ Health System Recognition Program and acknowledges leaders across the nation who are prioritizing proven efforts to enhance the well-being and professional fulfillment of physicians.
The recognition, valid for two years, reflects NCH’s unwavering commitment to addressing physician burnout and creating an environment that fosters well-being, especially during and after the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the AMA, for the first time in four years, physician burnout rates have dipped below 50%, marking a significant milestone in the ongoing national effort to combat burnout and improve the healthcare environment for all.
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DKBMED AND SUNSHINE CATHEDRAL LAUNCH “FEEDING SOULS, PROTECTING BODIES: HIV OUTREACH IN SOUTH FLORIDA” PROGRAM
Free Health Fair and Farmers Market on November 2 to Offer Health Screenings and Fresh Produce and Pantry Staples to Underserved Populations
FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. – October 14, 2024 – DKBmed, an integrated continuing medical education company, and Sunshine Cathedral (1480 SW 9th Avenue), the world’s largest progressive LGBTQ+ church, have joined forces to launch the “Feeding Souls, Protecting Bodies: HIV Outreach in South Florida” initiative with a free health fair and farmers market on Saturday, November 2, from 9 a.m. to noon. This quality-of-life improvement program special event will offer complimentary HIV screenings and health check-ups plus free, fresh produce and pantry staples from local vendors.
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UnitedHealth Group Reports Third Quarter Results
Revenues of $100.8 Billion Grew $8.5 Billion Year Over Year
• Consumers Served by UnitedHealthcare’s Commercial Domestic Offerings Grew 2.4
Million Year to Date
• Third Quarter Earnings of $6.51 Per Share Include Cyberattack Impacts
• Adjusted Earnings of $7.15 Per Share Include $0.12 in Business Disruption Impacts;
Exclude $0.28 Direct Response Costs
October 15, 2024 – UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) reported third quarter 2024 results reflecting broad-based growth in the number of people served by Optum and UnitedHealthcare.
“Our continued growth, which positions us well for the coming years, is rooted in the innovative products and responsive service of our people that are embraced each day across the full range of health care participants,” said Andrew Witty, chief executive officer of UnitedHealth Group. The company’s full year 2024 net earnings outlook of $15.50 to $15.75 per share reflects the South America operations disposition activities reported in the first half of 2024 and Change Healthcare cyberattack impacts.
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Feeling Good Again by Dr. Colette Amit Now Available on Amazon
New physical therapy self-help whole body wellness book outlines a holistic health framework including pain management techniques within a guided health framework
October 15, 2024 – One conversation with Dr. Colette Amit, PT, DPT, MSHSA is all it takes to feel her passion for empowering people to feel good again. Now she shares that passion in her new book, Feeling Good Again, to introduce readers to a revolutionary approach to physical therapy self-help and a more holistic health framework with pain management techniques to manage acute and chronic pain.
Dr. Colette, as she is affectionately known, offers alternatives to conventional treatments in her Self-Help wellness book through a guided health framework that will lead to overall health and wellness.
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Elite DNA Behavioral Health reopens offices statewide after Hurricane Milton
Mental health resources available to those recovering from the storm
FORT MYERS, Fla. October 15, 2024 – Following temporary closures due to Hurricane Milton, Elite DNA Behavioral Health, a comprehensive behavioral and mental health care provider, has reopened offices and is accepting new and existing patients across the state to meet the growing needs for mental health services after the storm.
Located in more than 30 communities across the state, Elite DNA also has providers available for telehealth appointments to support the mental health needs of those impacted by the storm. Request a telehealth appointment at EliteDNA.com/Services/Telehealth. Most insurances, including Medicaid and Medicare, are accepted.
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Alzheimer’s disease may damage the brain in two phases
NIH-funded brain mapping study uncovers which cell types may be harmed first.
Alzheimer’s disease may damage the brain in two distinct phases, based on new research funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) using sophisticated brain mapping tools. According to researchers who discovered this new view, the first, early phase happens slowly and silently — before people experience memory problems — harming just a few vulnerable cell types. In contrast, the second, late phase causes damage that is more widely destructive and coincides with the appearance of symptoms and the rapid accumulation of plaques, tangles, and other Alzheimer’s hallmarks.
“One of the challenges to diagnosing and treating Alzheimer’s is that much of the damage to the brain happens well before symptoms occur. The ability to detect these early changes means that, for the first time, we can see what is happening to a person’s brain during the earliest periods of the disease,” said Richard J. Hodes, M.D., director, NIH National Institute on Aging. “The results fundamentally alter scientists’ understanding of how Alzheimer’s harms the brain and will guide the development of new treatments for this devastating disorder.”
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NIH and FDA leaders call for innovation in development of smoking cessation treatments
Commentary emphasizes that engagement across stakeholders is critical to accelerate smoking cessation and reduce smoking-related disease and death.
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org(link is external). To learn how to get support for mental health, drug or alcohol conditions, visit FindSupport.gov(link is external). If you are ready to locate a treatment facility or provider, you can go directly to FindTreatment.gov(link is external) or call 800-662-HELP (4357).
October 15, 2024 – In a new commentary in the Annals of Internal Medicine, leaders at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) highlight recommendations and opportunities to promote innovation in research and development of smoking cessation therapies, for which there is an urgent need. The authors provide an update on regulatory pathways for smoking cessation treatment, as well as an overview of innovative therapeutic targets, research gaps, and opportunities. They emphasize that active engagement across clinicians, academia, industry, public health, patient advocacy groups, and other stakeholders is critical.
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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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Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital is excited to host an innovative symposium dedicated to the advancements and future directions in stroke care. Titled “Future of Stroke Care,” this symposium aims to bring together leading minds in neurology, neurosurgery, neuroradiology, rehabilitation and technology to foster an environment of learning, collaboration and innovation.
Through this symposium, we aspire to spotlight the latest updates in management of the entire array of cerebrovascular diseases and to improve patient outcomes through interdisciplinary collaboration and integrating innovative practices in clinical care. The symposium will highlight the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on the prevention and diagnosis of stroke. There will be seven sessions spanning over the course of two days, November 9-10. Each of the five sessions will include an interactive panel discussion with questions and answers, allowing for an interdisciplinary approach to optimize patient care.
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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.
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September 11, 2024 —Miami, FL– After a long hiatus due to the pandemic, NAMI Miami-Dade’s “Reel Minds Miami Mental Health Film Festival” is making its long-awaited return this year on Sunday, October 20. It will be held at the Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center, 10950 SW 211 Street, in Cutler Bay from 1-5 p.m., with a VIP after-party celebration from 5-7 p.m. Tickets start at $12. READ MORE |
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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
•A Review of Qualifying Conditions Case Studies
•Medical Cannabis Dosing and Public Health Issues
•Medical Cannabis Research
•State of Florida Medical Cannabis Regulatory and Program Update •The Business of Medical Cannabis: How to Make Sure Your Practice is Successful
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BY THE NUMBERS Qualified Patients: (Active ID Card)
Oct 11 2024- 883,626 Oct 04 2024- 886,063 Sept 27 2024- 883,503
Sept 20 2024- 886,915 Sept 13 2024- 886,825 Sept 6 2024- 886,232
Patients Added Last Week: -2,437 Qualified Ordering Physicians:
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New Doctors added Last Week: 2
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Amount of Medical Marijuana Dispensed - (mgs THC) 349,538,303
Amount of Low-THC Cannabis Dispensed - (mgs CBD ) 2,052,454
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