INTRODUCING THE $125M MEMORIAL CANCER INSTITUTE: A BEACON OF HOPE IN THE FIGHT AGAINST CANCER
November 6, 2023 – Today marks a significant milestone in the fight against cancer as Memorial Healthcare System proudly announces the completion of its newest center, Memorial Cancer Institute on the campus of Memorial Hospital West. A beacon of hope for those living with the disease and featuring cutting-edge technology, comprehensive services, and a commitment to patient and family-centered care, the $125 million investment stands as a testament to Memorial’s dedication to advancing cancer care in South Florida.
Meredith Feinberg, vice president of cancer services at Memorial Healthcare System, remarked: “Our newest Memorial Cancer Institute center represents our longstanding commitment to advanced cancer care in our community. This is a place where innovative treatment options and compassion come together to combat one of the greatest challenges of our time. Our mission is to provide expert care, full range of support services and navigation, and advanced clinical trials in the fight against cancer, offering options to cancer patients and their families while advancing medical knowledge.”
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LOURDES A. BOUE ASSUMES NEW LEADERSHIP ROLE AT BAPTIST HEALTH
November 6, 2023 – Baptist Health today announced that Lourdes A. Boue has been appointed chief executive officer of Baptist Health Doctors Hospital. She will succeed Javier Hernandez-Lichtl, who maintained executive positions with Baptist Health for more than three decades. Boue will also continue in her existing position as chief executive officer of Baptist Health West Kendall Baptist Hospital, expanding her role as the leader of both community hospitals.
Boue’s previous positions include vice president of operations for West Kendall Baptist Hospital, vice president of Baptist Outpatient Services and corporate director of strategic planning and business development for Baptist Health.
“Lourdes Boue’s extensive experience and accomplishments solidify her as a force within the organization and our South Florida community at large,” said Glenn Waters, executive vice president and chief operating officer of Baptist Health. “A passionate leader, she has helped drive the success of Baptist Health for more than 20 years, and we are thrilled for her to be joining the team at Doctors Hospital.”
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ST. MARY’S MEDICAL CENTER ANNOUNCES PROMOTION OF MARIA MORALES-MENENDEZ TO SMMC & GROUP COO OF PALM BEACH HEALTH NETWORK
November 6, 2023 – St. Mary’s Medical Center is delighted to announce the appointment of Maria Morales-Menendez as the new Group Chief Operating Officer (COO) for the Palm Beach Health Network and St. Mary’s Medical Center, effective today. In a move that highlights the organization’s commitment to leadership, Morales-Menendez will bring her exceptional track record in healthcare management to lead the Palm Beach Health Network and St. Mary’s Medical Center in their continued pursuit of excellence.
Morales-Menendez’s promotion is a testament to her outstanding contributions to the healthcare industry. As a seasoned and innovative leader, she has consistently excelled in areas such as team building, operational improvement, project management, service line growth, and physician relations. Her dedication and expertise have made her a respected figure in the field.
Her journey with Delray Medical Center began in 2021 when she was appointed as Chief Operating Officer. Prior to her appointment as COO, she served as an associate administrator and administrative resident, gaining a deep understanding of the healthcare system and its complexities.
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VITAS HEALTHCARE PROMOTES THREE EXECUTIVE ROLES: HUSTED, NYGAARD, HAYES
November 6, 2023 – The nation’s leading provider of end-of-life care proudly announces the promotion of three of its executive leaders to advanced roles within the organization. Patty Husted, Jennifer Nygaard and Mark Hayes are tenured VITAS Healthcare employees who have demonstrated excellence in their leadership roles and will continue to strengthen the company through further development.
Patty Husted is executive vice president of patient and family supportive services.
A 34-year VITAS veteran, Husted is taking on a new role within the organization to advance the companywide goal of providing world-class care and support to every patient, family and community that VITAS serves.
Jennifer Nygaard is senior vice president of operations for VITAS Healthcare’s northern and central Florida region.
A 26-year VITAS veteran, Nygaard has been promoted to senior vice president of operations for the Northern and Central regions of Florida. In this role, Nygaard oversees hospice teams throughout Pensacola, Panama City, Citrus County and the Nature Coast, Greater Orlando, Jacksonville, and Lake-Sumter, Brevard, Volusia and Flagler counties.
Mark Hayes is senior vice president of operations for VITAS Healthcare’s southern Florida region and Georgia.
A 10-year VITAS veteran, Hayes has been promoted to senior vice president of operations for the Southern region of Florida. In his role, Hayes is responsible for hospice teams throughout Miami-Dade, Monroe, Broward, Collier, Palm Beach, Lee, Hendry and Glades counties and the Treasure Coast in Florida, as well as Atlanta, Georgia.
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PIONEERING SYLVESTER PHYSICIAN ELECTED TO SOCIETY OF NEURO-ONCOLOGY BOARD
Macarena de la Fuente, MD, becomes first Hispanic elected to multidisciplinary board
MIAMI, FLORIDA – November 7, 2023 – Macarena de la Fuente, MD, chief of neuro-oncology at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, has been elected to the Society of Neuro-Oncology (SNO)’s board of directors.
She will serve as the neurology representative and becomes the first Hispanic elected to the multidisciplinary board, which strives to advance brain tumor research, education and collaboration.
De la Fuente has been an SNO member for over a decade and previously served as chair of the society’s membership and women and diversity committees. During her three-year term, she will be the voice of neurology on a board representing several other specialties, including neurosurgery, medical oncology, radiation oncology, pathology, pediatrics and basic science.
She plans to use her leadership platform to advance long-overdue coordination between basic and clinical neuro-oncology research that ultimately will enable revolutionary advances in brain tumor treatment and management.
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AMERICAN HERITAGE SCHOOLS HOSTS ANNUAL SUPERHERO PARTY AT SALAH PEDIATRIC ONCOLOGY HOSPITAL AT BROWARD HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER
Recently, students from American Heritage Schools’ Pre-Medical Program, from both of their Broward and Palm Beach campuses, donned their capes and organized the 24th Annual Superhero Party at the Salah Pediatric Oncology Hospital at Broward Health Medical Center for pediatric cancer patients.
Young heroes decorated the auditorium with superhero-themed ornaments and lights the night before the event. The students had a blast interacting with the pediatric cancer patients while playing games and creating crafts.
The main goal of the event was to help the children write their wish lists for Santa! For each list, American Heritage Schools Pre-Medical Program students plan to raise funds to make those wishes come true and celebrate with the children at their holiday party taking place on Dec. 8, at 12 p.m., at the Broward Health Medical Center Heliport.
The hospital staff, along with Mina Amini, Regional Director of Physician Services, supported the students in their mission to brighten the lives of young superheroes battling cancer at the Salah Pediatric Oncology Unit. The Salah Foundation Children’s Hospital at Broward Health Medical Center is a vital resource for comprehensive pediatric hematology-oncology care in South Florida, committed to research and compassionate patient support.
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BAPTIST HEALTH SOUTH FLORIDA SELECTED AS ONE OF THE 2023 BEST WORKPLACES IN HEALTH CARE BY FORTUNE AND GREAT PLACE TO WORK
September 7, 2023 – Great Place To Work® and Fortune magazine have selected Baptist Health South Florida for the 2023 Fortune Best Workplaces in Health Care™ List. This year, Baptist Health ranked #2 in the large companies category and is the highest-ranked healthcare system in Florida.
“Without a doubt, our dedicated employees are the key among many factors that go into having a great workplace,” said Adriene McCoy, Senior Vice President and Chief People Officer for Baptist Health. “We’re proud of our mission-driven work every day, and that starts with taking excellent care of our skilled and compassionate staff so that we can provide the best care to our community.”
The Best Workplaces in Health Care award is based on analysis of survey responses from over 208,000 employees from Great Place To Work Certified™ companies in the health care industry. Great Place To Work, the global authority on workplace culture, determines its lists using its proprietary For All™ Methodology to evaluate and certify thousands of organizations in America’s largest ongoing annual workforce study, based on over 1.3 million survey responses and data from companies representing more than 7.5 million employees this year alone. Read the full methodology.
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TAMPA GENERAL HOSPITAL PARTNERS WITH KENDRA SCOTT JEWELRY TO RAISE FUNDS FOR THE TGH CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
Tampa General will partner with Kendra Scott Jewelry from Nov. 28 to Dec. 7 and 20% of sales will be donated to support the TGH Children’s Hospital.
Tampa, FL November 6, 2023– Tampa General Hospital (TGH) has partnered with jewelry designer Kendra Scott to raise funds for the TGH Children’s Hospital. From Nov. 28 through Dec. 7, 20% of any in-store purchase will be donated to the TGH Children’s Hospital when Tampa General Hospital is mentioned during checkout. Purchases can also be made online with a specific code listed below.
As a part of this generous partnership, TGH Children’s Hospital patient Tamryn Lee and her family spent a morning recently in the Kendra Scott shop in Hyde Park Village in Tampa to design a bracelet and a necklace.
Tamryn’s Story:
At age 6 Tamryn Lee was diagnosed with osteosarcoma, a type of bone cancer, and began to receive treatment at TGH Children’s Hospital. Over the past 10 months, Tamryn has braved 29 weeks in the hospital to receive high-dose chemotherapy to help treat her condition. During these many treatments, Tamryn and her family truly became a part of the TGH family.
“The pediatric hematology/oncology providers, 5E (pediatric) nurses, and staff all treated us like family and have gone above and beyond in taking care of Tam during her most vulnerable moments,” said Ashanda Lee, Tamryn’s mom, who has been a Tampa General nurse for 15 years. Tamryn’s grandmother Yvonne Johnson, now retired, also dedicated 37 years of nursing to the academic health system.
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LYNNAE MESSINA RETURNS TO LEE HEALTH FOUNDATION AS DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Lynnae Messina returns to Lee Health Foundation as Development Director
November 8, 2023 – Lynnae Messina has returned to Lee Health Foundation as Development Director. She will focus on fundraising for the Lee Health Heart Institute. Messina had previously served as assistant to the chief development officer at Lee Health Foundation for three years.
Bringing more than 10 years of development and fundraising experience, Messina has also served in development roles at Harry Chapin Food Bank and PACE Center for Girls, Lee County. As Associate Executive Director with the “Ding” Darling Wildlife Sanctuary, she was instrumental in a land acquisition campaign that preserved 68 acres on Sanibel Island from being developed into 29 homes.
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BETTER TOGETHER HIRES JEFF BELL AS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF BETTER JOBS
November 8, 2023 – Better Together, a nonprofit dedicated to families and children, has hired Jeff Bell as executive director of the organization’s Better Jobs program.
In this position, Bell will help lead and grow the nonprofit’s workforce outreach in Florida and across the United States. He is responsible for creating strategies to attract and support new partnerships with employers, donors, community partners and churches for an overall greater impact and reach.
“Jeff is so passionate about Better Together’s mission, and his extensive background working with churches is extremely valuable to our growing organization as we work to build lasting, impactful church and community partnerships,” said Megan Rose, CEO of Better Together. “We are so excited to have him leading our Better Jobs program as we work to change lives all across the state and the country.”
Better Together helps parents who are going through a hard time to keep their kids out of foster care, find work and address the root causes of their struggle so that they can reunite as a family with the tools and support system to thrive. To date, the program has served over 7,100 children and kept 98% of families together, while helping nearly 39,000 job seekers find employment through church-based job fairs across 22 states.
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WEST BOCA MEDICAL CENTER NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED BY HEALTHGRADES FOR SPECIALTY CARE
West Boca Medical Center Recognized with Four Five-Star Achievements from Healthgrades
BOCA RATON, FL – November 6th, 2023 – West Boca Medical Center announced today it has achieved numerous five-star ratings for specialty care, according to new research released by Healthgrades, a leading resource consumers use to find a hospital or doctor. West Boca Medical Center’s Five-Star ratings include Colorectal Surgeries, Treatment of GI Bleed, Treatment of Sepsis, and Treatment of Respiratory Failure. These five-star ratings reflect West Boca Medical Center’s commitment to consistently delivering the best care possible and places the organization in the upper echelon of hospitals for specialty care nationwide.
“This remarkable achievement is a testament to our unwavering commitment to providing exceptional patient care and ensuring the highest standards of quality,” Jerad Hanlon, West Boca Medical Center CEO, said. “We are dedicated to serving our community with excellence, and these awards validate our relentless pursuit of healthcare excellence.”
Healthgrades evaluates hospitals solely on clinical outcomes: risk-adjusted mortality and complications. By focusing on what matters most–patient outcomes–Healthgrades ratings provide critical feedback for both patients and hospitals. By offering easy access to objective performance measures, Healthgrades gives consumers the information they need to find a hospital that excels in providing the care they need. And, by shining a light on strengths and weaknesses, Healthgrades ratings help direct hospitals to opportunities for clinical improvement. The 2024 hospital assessment evaluated patient mortality and complication rates for 35 common conditions and procedures at approximately 4,500 hospitals nationwide to identify the top performers.
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STRAIGHT “A” STREAK CONTINUES FOR ALL LEE HEALTH ACUTE CARE HOSPITALS
The Leapfrog Group Announces Fall 2023 Hospital Safety Grades
November 6, 2023 — The Leapfrog Group released its Fall 2023 Hospital Safety Grades, awarding HealthPark Medical Center, Cape Coral Hospital, Gulf Coast Medical Center and Lee Memorial Hospital an “A” grade, which is the highest honor that can be received. This marks the 12th straight reporting period that all Lee Health Hospitals have received a grade of a “B” or higher.
HealthPark Medical Center earned an “A” grade for the 10th straight reporting period, and Gulf Coast Medical Center earned an “A” for the fourth straight reporting period and sixth since 2013. Lee Memorial Hospital and Cape Coral Hospital maintained their “A” grade for the third reporting period in a row.
The Leapfrog Group is a national nonprofit organization working towards improvement in the quality and safety of healthcare.
“Going above and beyond to provide excellent patient care is second nature to our team and I am pleased to work alongside a group of such dedicated individuals,” said Dr. Stephanie Stovall, chief clinical officer of quality/safety and hospital-based care for Lee Health. “Everyone in the health system contributed to this achievement and I want to thank each staff member for their unwavering commitment to the safety of our patients. Our patients trust us with their lives and we are proud to provide the highest quality and safety of care to the Southwest Florida community.”
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WEST PALM BEACH VA RANKS AMONG TOP VA FACILITIES FOR ORGANIZATIONAL HEALTH
November 7, 2023 – WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – The West Palm Beach VA Healthcare System (WPBVAHCS) ranks among the top 15% of VA healthcare systems across the country for organizational health, according to the 2023 All Employee Survey (AES).
AES is an annual assessment of all VA employees at all locations that queries workplace satisfaction, culture, climate, turnover, supervisory behaviors, and general workplace perceptions. Over 80% of WPBVAHCS employees participated in the survey, ranking the healthcare system at or above national VA averages across all areas.
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WHAT PRESIDENT BIDEN’S EXECUTIVE ORDER ON AI MEANS FOR HEALTHCARE
By Adam Baust, MSIT, FMA Deputy Director of Operations FMA
November 1, 2023 – On Monday, Oct. 29, President Joe Biden signed an executive order prioritizing the establishment of new safety, security, and fairness standards for artificial intelligence (AI), especially within the domain of healthcare. This directive mandates that developers of AI systems, particularly those bearing potential risks to public health and safety, must share their training data with the federal government. This requirement extends to systems with implications for national security and economic stability.
In the healthcare sector, the Department of Health and Human Services will implement a safety program aimed at mitigating potential harm or unsafe practices linked to AI. The order also encompasses measures to increase funding for AI research in healthcare and the formulation of a strategic blueprint for the responsible deployment of AI. Additionally, it addresses important issues like fortifying privacy protections, enforcing thorough safety assessments, and implementing measures to deter the improper use of AI.
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BIOQUÉBEC AND BIOFLORIDA ANNOUNCE STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP
LAVAL, Québec & WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.-BIOQuébec and BioFlorida, preeminent life sciences associations from Québec and Florida, are proud to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). This agreement is set to intensify collaboration and bolster industry growth in of both regions.
Acknowledging the global nature of the life sciences sector and the potential for local life sciences companies to flourish with international collaborations, both associations have instituted a detailed two-year partnership. This MOU is structured with a vision to offer a collaborative platform that will benefit members of both organizations and drive economic development for both regions.
“Fostering global connections and innovation and fueling growth are key to advancing the life sciences industry in Florida,” said Nancy K. Bryan, President & CEO of BioFlorida. “Our strategic partnership with BIOQuébec is a testament to our commitment to providing our members with access to new opportunities, collaborative platforms, and a wider network. Together, we aim to catalyze growth in the life sciences sectors of both regions, promoting not only the strength of our individual ecosystems but also the power of international collaboration within the life sciences industry.”
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LEADINGAGE FLORIDA URGES CMS TO RECONSIDER PROPOSED STAFFING STANDARDS
November 7, 2023 – LeadingAge Florida, the state’s only association representing the entire continuum of care for older adults, announced today it submitted comments to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) strongly urging them to reconsider and refrain from implementing the proposed minimum staffing standards for nursing homes.
LeadingAge Florida recognizes that staffing drives quality long-term care outcomes and has always been supportive of accountability and transparency. The proposed minimum staffing standards recently proposed by CMS however could have unintended consequences that adversely affect the quality of care provided to older adults.
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THE FLORIDA CENTER FOR NURSING RELEASES SUPPLEMENT REPORT ON NURSING WORKFORCE
Tampa, Fla. – November 7, 2023 – The Florida Center for Nursing published a supplement to “The State of the Nursing Workforce in Florida” which takes a deeper dive into the supply data. “Florida’s Nursing Workforce Supply by County” provides a summary of the supply of nurses for each county in Florida.
Nursing workforce characteristics at the county level are compared to the state and national workforce characteristics. Additionally, the county level nursing demographic characteristics are compared to state and national population characteristics per the U.S. Census Bureau. This report sheds new light on the extent to which the demography of the nursing workforce matches the communities they serve.
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PREVIOUS GENETIC ASSOCIATION STUDIES INVOLVING PEOPLE WITH EUROPEAN ANCESTRY MAY BE INACCURATE
NIH study finds that failing to account for mixed genetic lineages could lead to inaccuracies.
November 7, 2023 – Researchers have found that previous studies analyzing the genomes of people with European ancestry may have reported inaccurate results by not fully accounting for population structure. By considering mixed genetic lineages, researchers at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), part of the National Institutes of Health, demonstrated that previously inferred links between a genomic variant that helps digest lactose and traits such as a person’s height and cholesterol level may not be valid.
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PET SCANS MAY PREDICT PARKINSON’S DISEASE AND LEWY BODY DEMENTIA IN AT-RISK INDIVIDUALS
A biomarker of norepinephrine deficiency in the heart may help to detect Lewy body diseases before symptoms appear.
NOVEMBER 7. 2023 – In a small study, researchers at the National Institutes of Health have found that positron emission tomography (PET) scans of the heart may identify people who will go on to develop Parkinson’s disease or Lewy body dementia among those at-risk for these diseases. The findings, published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation and led by scientists at the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), part of NIH, may advance efforts to detect the earliest changes that years later lead to Parkinson’s disease and Lewy body dementia.
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RESEARCHERS IDENTIFY BRAIN NETWORK THAT IS UNIQUELY ACTIVATED THROUGH INJECTION VS. ORAL DRUG USE
NIH study suggests the brain’s “salience network” is important for understanding substance use disorder, could be a future therapeutic target.
November 7, 2023 – Results from a new clinical trial(link is external) suggest that a group of brain regions known as the “salience network” is activated after a drug is taken intravenously, but not when that same drug is taken orally. When drugs enter the brain quickly, such as through injection or smoking, they are more addictive than when they enter the brain more slowly, such as when they are taken orally. However, the brain circuits underlying these differences are not well understood. This study offers new information that helps explain what may be causing this difference.
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Registration to attend is only $25!!! If you are currently employed at a Provider Organization. If you work in the Accounting, Finance, IT, Leadership or any department of a hospital, health system, physicians office or healthcare facility that provides care directly to patients . . . you qualify for this rate. This one-day event is packed with top-notch education, featuring cutting-edge topics that are reshaping the health IT ecosystem. Get ready to be inspired by an incredible lineup of speakers and connect with a diverse group of healthcare IT professionals and innovative exhibitors.
At Integrate, we are at the forefront of the industry, showcasing the latest technology and solutions from tech giants to nimble start-ups. With highly vetted sessions from industry leaders, renowned keynote speakers, and innovation specialty programming, you won't want to miss a single moment. Join CIOs, senior executives, providers, IT professionals, government officials, consultants, and market suppliers, as we come together to accelerate professional goals and forge valuable business relationships.
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SFLHIMSS Integrate draws a huge variety of attendees across the health information and technology ecosystem—including CIOs and senior executives, providers, IT professionals, government officials, innovators, consultants, market suppliers and more. Throughout the conference, there will be opportunities to make connections to accelerate your professional goals and business relationships. |
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ACHE OF SOUTH FLORIDA MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: ARIANNA URQUIA
Arianna Urquia knew from a very young age that she wanted a career in business, but she didn’t know healthcare was also going to be part of the equation. Currently Vice President/CFO of Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, Urquia provides executive oversight over all revenue cycle functions of the hospital, which include Patient Access, Health Information Management, Billing and Collections. She also supports the executive leadership team in strategic planning and profitability analysis, and manages budget performance.
Additionally, Urquia talked about the current challenges healthcare leaders face today – managing price compression together with unprecedented cost inflation, all while providing high-quality, best-in-class healthcare. Urquia said labor shortages and supply chain disruptions are just a few of the contributing factors to increased costs in the delivery of healthcare.
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TRULIEVE ANNOUNCES NOTICE OF REDEMPTION FOR ALL US$130 MILLION OF ITS 9.75% SENIOR SECURED NOTES DUE 2024
TALLAHASSEE, Fla., November 8, 2023 — Trulieve Cannabis Corp. (CSE: TRUL) (OTCQX: TCNNF) (“Trulieve” or “the Company”), a leading and top-performing cannabis company in the U.S., today announced it has issued a notice of redemption for all of its outstanding 9.75% senior secured notes due 2024 (CUSIP: 89788CAB0 / ISIN: CA89788CAB06) (the “Notes”). The aggregate principal amount of the Notes currently outstanding is US$130,000,000. As set forth in the notice of redemption, the redemption date will be December 1, 2023 (“the Redemption Date”), and the redemption price is 100% of the principal redeemed, plus accrued and unpaid interest up to, but excluding, the Redemption Date. The Notes trade on the Canadian Securities Exchange under the symbol “TRUL.DB.U”. In conjunction with the redemption, the Notes will be delisted from the Canadian Securities Exchange.
On November 8, 2023, a copy of the notice of redemption was issued to record holders. Payment of the redemption price and surrender of the Notes for redemption will be as of December 1, 2023 and will be made through the facilities of Odyssey Trust Co. in accordance with the applicable procedures of the trust indenture governing the Notes and Odyssey Trust Co.
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VERANO ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER 2023 FINANCIAL RESULTS
Delivers Record Revenue of $240 Million, Increasing Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities, and Raises and Tightens 2023 Free Cash Flow 1 Guidance Range to $72-76 Million
CHICAGO, Nov. 08, 2023 — Verano Holdings Corp. (NEO: VRNO) (OTCQX: VRNOF) (“Verano” or the “Company”), a leading multi-state cannabis company, today announced its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023, which were prepared in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (“U.S. GAAP”).
Management Commentary
“I am tremendously proud of the strong results we delivered in the third quarter, highlighted by raising and tightening our free cash flow guidance range and generating record revenue, and the recent strategic elevation of our capital markets strategy by uplisting to Cboe Canada,” said George Archos, Verano Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “Our strong performance resulted from key drivers that include another seamless adult use transition in Maryland, the continued expansion of our wholesale business and market-leading positions in Connecticut and New Jersey, successful new product launches and line extensions across our growing brand portfolio, and the addition of new dispensaries to bolster our expanding retail footprint in key states.”
Archos continued: “While we never run our business based on legislative assumptions, we are encouraged by the multi-faceted federal reform efforts surrounding cannabis, and although we remain confident in our ability to continue growing our business in the current environment, we will continue to position ourselves to capitalize on growth opportunities should any federal reforms materialize. I am grateful to our Verano team for their continued efforts to disrupt, innovate and differentiate Verano at every level of our business, and remain excited and confident for our growth prospects in the future.”
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NOVEMBER 16, 2023 Presenters:
Daniel Sparks, Founder, Sparks Consulting
Matthew Ginder, Partner, Greenspoon Marder
Amanda Barton, Partner, Mr Cannabis Law
Vijay Choksi, Cannabis Counsel, Fox Rothschild LLP |
Over 855,000
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 NOVEMBER 3, 2023
PDF OF REPORT BY THE NUMBERS Qualified Patients: (Active ID Card): Nov 3 2023- 855,267 Oct 27 2023- 854,178 Oct 20 2023 - 853,986
Oct 13 2023- 853,150 Oct 06 2023- 851,475
Sept 29 2023- 848,942
Patients Added Last Week: 1,089
Qualified Ordering Physicians: 2,711
New Doctors added Last Week: +8 Reporting Period:
Oct 27 - Nov 2 2023 Amount of Medical Marijuana Dispensed - (mgs THC) 311,423,419
Amount of Low-THC Cannabis Dispensed - (mgs CBD ) 2,707,779 Amount of Marijuana in a Form for Smoking (oz) 111,913.038 Approved Dispensing Locations: 603 Added Last Week: 4
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