A NEW ERA FOR RECOVERY: HANLEY FOUNDATION ACQUIRES ORIGINS BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE, PROMISING UNRIVALED SUPPORT
December 11, 2023 – Hanley Foundation proudly announces the acquisition of Origins Behavioral HealthCare, marking a momentous stride in its mission to eliminate addiction through prevention, advocacy, treatment, and recovery support. The agreement encompasses all Origins locations across Texas and Florida, including Hanley Center in West Palm Beach. It represents a united commitment to provide hope for individuals, families, and communities.
“We humbly recognize the significance of this extraordinary opportunity, said Chip James, Board Chairman of Hanley Foundation. “In this era of commercialization of medicine, it is rare, perhaps unheard of, for an addiction treatment facility to go from nonprofit to for-profit and back to nonprofit again. Our board of directors, management team, and medical and operational staff are deeply committed to the success of this big step toward eliminating addiction.”
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| TAMPA GENERAL HOSPITAL PERFORMS FIRST PEDIATRIC SLEEP APNEA IMPLANT SURGERY IN FLORIDA
December 6, 2023 – Tampa General Hospital (TGH) has achieved a significant milestone for its comprehensive and nationally recognized TGH Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) Institute, and the successful completion of an Inspire® implant surgery on a pediatric patient diagnosed with Down syndrome and sleep apnea. The groundbreaking procedure is the first of its kind in Florida.
The surgery was performed by University of South Florida (USF) Health otolaryngologist Dr. Abhay Sharma, assistant professor and director of the Division of Interventional Sleep Surgery at the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine. He was assisted by Dr. Tapan Padhya, chief of the TGH ENT Institute; professor, chair, and chief of the Division of Head and Neck Oncology; professor and chair of the Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, USF Health Morsani College of Medicine; and founder and co-director of the USF Health ENT Sleep and Snoring Center. Both are full-time academic faculty members in the Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, USF Health Morsani College of Medicine.
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HOLY CROSS HEALTH SURPASSES $7 MILLION IN GIFTS FROM THE GUERRIERI FAMILY FOUNDATION
December 12, 2023 – The Guerrieri Family Foundation, in an ongoing commitment to the mission of Holy Cross Health, has announced that its latest donation brings the foundation’s total giving to more than $7 million.
“We are so grateful to the Guerrieri family for their incredible support of Holy Cross over the years,” Holy Cross CEO and President Mark Doyle said. “Because of their commitment and generosity, we continue to serve our community with healthcare excellence, cutting edge treatment, and compassionate and comprehensive care.”
The generous gift will fund the renovation of the three-story Holy Cross Medical Complex at 4701 N. Federal Highway, which will be renamed the Guerrieri Family Medical Complex. At the Guerrieri Family Medical Complex, patients will have access to Holy Cross Medical Group primary care physicians starting December 11, 2023.
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TAMPA GENERAL HOSPITAL’S STACEY BRANDT RECOGNIZED AS A TOP HEALTH SYSTEM CHIEF STRATEGY OFFICER IN 2023 BY BECKER’S HOSPITAL REVIEW
Brandt, Tampa General Hospital’s EVP and chief administrative officer, was recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review for her strategic leadership and health care innovation in 2023.
December 11, 2023)– Stacey Brandt, executive vice president and chief administrative officer of Tampa General Hospital (TGH), has been named one of 65 Health System Chief Strategy Officers (CSOs) to Know in 2023 by Becker’s Hospital Review, and is one of only two CSOs in the State of Florida to earn this recognition.
“Stacey’s exceptional leadership, intelligence and outstanding strategic acumen enable her to identify the best growth opportunities at Tampa General, devise the right tactics to fully realize those opportunities and execute them flawlessly,” said John Couris, president and CEO of Tampa General Hospital. “She is a convener, an outstanding and compassionate leader and a true collaborator. Stacey plays a crucial role in driving our organization’s success and propelling us forward. I cannot think of anyone more deserving of this recognition than Stacey.”
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RAYMOND WESTBROOK, D.O., JOINS BAPTIST HEALTH CONCIERGE MEDICINE
December 11, 2023 – Board-certified internal medicine physician Raymond Westbrook, D.O., recently joined Baptist Health Concierge Medicine. Dr. Westbrook specializes in internal medicine, prevention and wellness, hormone replacement therapy and functional medicine.
“We’re glad to welcome Dr. Westbrook to our Concierge Medicine team of experts,” said Marcella Gravalese, MBA-HSA, Vice President of Baptist Health Medical Group. “His expertise in hormone replacement therapy, functional medicine, prevention and wellness will help so many people in our South Florida communities.”
Prior to joining Baptist Health, Dr. Westbrook served as the national medical director of HerKare, a large medical group specializing in hormone replacement therapy and wellness.
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DR. DAVID SWOBODA PROMOTED TO CLINICAL DIRECTOR OF LEUKEMIA PROGRAM AT TGH CANCER INSTITUTE
Dr. David Swoboda is a physician-scientist focusing on therapeutics for patients with acute leukemias and myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS).
December 10, 2023 – Tampa General Hospital (TGH) Cancer Institute has promoted Dr. David Swoboda to the position of Clinical Director of Leukemia. In his new role, Swoboda will oversee the growth of a highly specialized team of physicians, advanced practice providers (APPs), pharmacists, nurse navigators and other supportive-care providers, focusing on the treatment of patients with acute leukemias and myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS), conditions that can occur when the blood-forming cells in the bone marrow become abnormal. Swoboda joined the Cancer Institute in 2021.
“I’m proud to be part of one of the country’s leading academic health systems and the teams of doctors and nurses who emphasize leading-edge cancer that also focuses on the needs of the whole patient,’’ Swoboda said. “The advancements we’re seeing in leukemia therapies are setting a precedent. We’re offering a level of care that many people might not be able to receive otherwise.’’
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FELLOWSHIP-TRAINED ORTHOPEDIC SURGEON SPECIALIZING IN HAND, WRIST, ELBOW, AND SHOULDER SURGERY JOINS LEVY SHOULDER TO HAND CENTER AT PALEY ORTHOPEDIC & SPINE INSTITUTE
December 12, 2023 – Andrew J. Lovy, MD, MS, a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder surgery has joined the Levy Shoulder to Hand Center at the Paley Orthopedic & Spine Institute in Boca Raton, Florida. Dr. Lovy is skilled in the treatment of arthritic and complex traumatic disorders of the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder, offering the latest arthroscopic and minimally invasive treatment options. Additionally, Dr. Lovy has a particular interest in peripheral nerve injuries including brachial plexus as well as targeted muscle reinnervation. He is well-versed in utilizing some of the most advanced arthroscopic and minimally invasive techniques for optimal patient care. Dr. Lovy is on-staff at West Boca Medical Center, Delray Medical Center, and St. Mary’s Medical Center.
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UF/IFAS EXPERTS ON BED BUGS AND HOW TO KEEP THEM FROM HITCHHIKING TO YOUR HOMES FROM YOUR TRAVELS
December 11, 2023 — With recent media exposure of bed bug activity impacting travelers worldwide, the public perception of this species tends to draw some concerns over its potential for harming humans and pets.
University of Florida experts at the Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) weigh in with science-based research on recognizing the species, their impacts on humans and pets and how to keep them from hitchhiking home with you after traveling.
Let’s begin with a few bites about bed bugs.
“Bed bugs are blood-sucking insects, well adapted to life indoors, especially within homes and apartments. Blood is their only food, and they can extract it from several animals, including those we usually keep as pets,” said Roberto Pereira, a UF/IFAS urban entomologist who conducts research and Extension programs on the biology and control of ants, cockroaches, bed bugs and other insects that live in and around human structures.
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LANDSCAPE FOR AML PATIENTS EVOLVING RAPIDLY AS RESEARCH DISCOVERIES ADVANCE NEW TREATMENTS
Sylvester hematologist Justin Watts, MD, presents AML update at ASH 2023
December 11, 2023 – The treatment landscape for acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is evolving rapidly, as research discoveries at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and other academic cancer centers advance new, more effective therapies for this aggressive blood cancer.
“We’ve seen more progress during the past 10 years than the previous four decades combined,” said Justin M. Watts, M.D., Sylvester hematologist, associate professor of medicine, and Pap Corps Early Career Endowed Professor in Leukemia, “especially when it comes to treating older AML patients.”
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NEW SYLVESTER CANCER STUDY PROVIDES INSIGHT INTO UNDERLYING GENE MUTATIONS IN MYELODYSPLASTIC SYNDROMES
Findings could lead to development of more effective drug combinations to treat MDS patients
December 11, 2023
A new study from researchers with Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and collaborating organizations provides insight into the underlying mechanisms of gene mutations commonly seen in patients with myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) and other myeloid neoplasms.
Their findings, to be presented at ASH 2023, the American Society of Hematology’s annual meeting in Santa Diego, Dec. 9-12, could lead to development of more effective drug combinations and targeted therapies for MDS patients carrying these mutations.
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COMBINATION IMMUNOTHERAPY PRODUCES HIGH RESPONSE RATE IN EARLY RESULTS OF SYLVESTER TRIAL TARGETING HIGH-RISK FOLLICULAR LYMPHOMA
Surprising’ initial findings, presented at annual meeting for hematologists, leads investigators to expand the trial at Sylvester and into other research centers
MIAMI, FLORIDA – December 11, 2023 – Researchers conducting a Phase 2 clinical trial at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine say a new combination of antibody therapies produced a ‘surprisingly high’ response rate in patients with high-risk follicular lymphoma, a type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
Based on these initial findings – reported in an oral presentation at the 65th ASH Annual Meeting and Exposition in San Diego, California, Dec. 9-12 – the research team plans to expand the number of trial participants at Sylvester and into other cancer research centers. ASH is the yearly conference of the American Society of Hematology.
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PATIENTS WITH A COMMON FORM OF ACUTE MYELOID LEUKEMIA REPORT BETTER QUALITY OF LIFE WHEN TREATMENT INCLUDES NEW DRUG QUIZARTINIB
Sylvester-led international study shows the drug, which targets a specific change in a gene called FLT3, improved quality of life and had minimal side effects
MIAMI, FLORIDA December 11, 2023 – In a study led by researchers at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, patients recently diagnosed with a common and aggressive form of acute myeloid leukemia reported having improved quality of life when a newly approved drug was part of the treatment plan.
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CELL THERAPY APPEARS SAFE AND EFFECTIVE FOR LYMPHOMA IN REMISSION
Sylvester study presented at ASH meetings shows that CAR-T immunotherapy remains a viable option for patients whose disease goes into remission before infusion
MIAMI, FLORIDA , December 11, 2023 – A study led by researchers at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine suggests that CAR-T immunotherapy remains a viable option for patients who have lymphoma that goes into remission before the cell therapy begins.
While the study doesn’t answer the question of whether cell therapy in remission is the right choice, it does say that it’s not the wrong choice.
“I don’t think it answers the question of: Should we give these patients cell therapy? But I think it answers the question that we can – that it’s safe and that it’s a reasonable strategy when you’re in that spot,” said Trent Wang, D.O., a Sylvester hematologist and cellular therapy specialist who presented study findings in an oral presentation at the 65th ASH Annual Meeting and Exposition, the American Society of Hematology’s conference taking place in San Diego, California, Dec. 9-12.
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MULTICENTER STUDY AT SYLVESTER, OTHER ACADEMIC CENTERS SHOWS CAR-T CELL THERAPY SAFE, EFFECTIVE EVEN FOR HIGH-RISK PATIENTS
Sylvester physician-researcher to present results from U.S. Lymphoma CAR-T Cell Consortium at ASH 2023
MIAMI, FLORIDA (Dec. 12, 2023) – CAR-T cell therapy is a safe and effective treatment for diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL), even for patients regarded as high risk due to comorbidities.
That’s the conclusion of a five-year analysis of results from the U.S. Lymphoma CAR-T Cell Consortium, a group of 17 academic cancer centers in the U.S. Their findings were presented at the American Society of Hematology’s 2023 annual meeting in San Diego.
“CAR-T has caused a paradigm shift in the treatment of patients with diffuse large B-cell lymphoma,” said Jay Y. Spiegel, MD, hematologist-oncologist at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and the study’s lead presenter at ASH. “Our findings support the vast potential of this therapy, even for high-risk patients, but highlight the need to maximize survivorship to ensure patients don’t end up dying from other causes.”
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BOSTON RED SOX STEP UP TO THE PLATE TO RAISE FUNDS FOR GOLISANO CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL IN 2024
December 11, 2023 – Registration is open for the 31st annual Boston Red Sox event series presented by Ambitrans Ambulance to benefit Golisano Children’s Hospital in February and March 2024.
Events include:
Boston Tee Party, Feb. 15 at The Forest Country Club and includes an evening of heavy hors d’oeuvres, cocktails and spirited auctions. Bidding opportunities include autographed sports and entertainment memorabilia, fine jewelry, and luxurious spa and destination packages.
31st Annual Celebrity Golf Classic, Feb. 16 at The Forest Country Club includes a big-league golf tourney featuring Boston Red Sox players, major league greats, and sports celebrities. On-course contests and an after-tournament dinner add to the excitement.
Dinner on the Diamond, March 19 at JetBlue includes a family friendly event with dinner on the field, Red Sox celebrity appearances, autograph signings, a sports memorabilia silent auction, and surprises. VIP packages are available for an MVP experience.
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AMA IDENTIFIES MARKET LEADERS IN HEALTH INSURANCE
High company market share and troubling market concentration plague the health insurance industry
CHICAGO – December 12, 2023 – The American Medical Association (AMA) today identified the industry giants with the biggest shares of the markets for commercial health insurance, Medicare Advantage, and public health exchanges, where high levels of market concentration leaves millions of Americans with limited competitive options for health insurance.
The 2023 edition of Competition in Health Insurance: A Comprehensive Study of U.S. Markets examined 381 metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs), the 50 states and the District of Columbia and tabulated market shares for the two largest health insurance companies. It also analyzed state and MSA-level market concentration according to measures used in current federal antitrust guidelines. Markets that exceed a regulatory threshold set by federal guidelines are considered “highly concentrated” and lack adequate health insurer competition.
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CENTENE CORPORATION ANNOUNCES 2024 GUIDANCE
2024 adjusted diluted EPS of greater than $6.70.
Board authorizes $4.0 billion increase to stock repurchase program.
Reaffirms 2023 adjusted diluted EPS guidance of at least $6.60.
ST. LOUIS, December 12, 2023 — Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) (“the Company”) today will host its investor day to outline its 2024 financial guidance as well as provide updates on its long-term strategic plan, designed to deliver long-term shareholder value.
“We continue to execute against our strategic plan, positioning Centene to deliver strong, long-term earnings growth and create meaningful shareholder value. Looking to the year ahead, we see the opportunity to provide access to high-quality health care for more Americans by working every day to make healthcare affordable. Today, we are increasing our 2024 adjusted diluted EPS outlook to “greater than $6.70,” indicative of positive operational momentum and strong execution against our plan. While there is still work to do, we are proud of the significant progress made this year and are energized to continue demonstrating results in 2024,” said Chief Executive Officer of Centene, Sarah M. London.
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CMS PROVIDES CRITICAL TOOLS TO HELP IMPROVE ACCESS FOR MILLIONS WHO RECEIVE MEDICAID HOME- AND COMMUNITY-BASED SERVICES
New guidance outlines how states can establish important tools to connect individuals needing care with those qualified to provide it.
DECEMBER 12, 2023 – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), today took another critical step to improve access to home- and community-based services (HCBS) by reminding states of tools to better connect direct support workers to individuals receiving Medicaid-covered HCBS, such as individuals with disabilities and older adults. The agency’s new guidance focuses on building and maintaining worker registries — worker management platforms that make qualified health workers easier to find — so more individuals receiving Medicaid-covered services can receive care in a setting of their choice. The guidance also notes significant federal funding available to help states build these registries thanks to President Biden’s American Rescue Plan (ARP).
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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.
“We’re thrilled to partner with Jackson Health System and UHealth on the Healthtech Innovation Hub debuting at eMerge Americas 2024. Given the massive acceleration and growth that we have seen in the healthtech sector over the last several years coupled with Jackson and UHealth as innovative leaders in this space, we are certain that this new partnership and initiative will offer an important perspective on the future of healthcare and the important role technology plays in it,” said Melissa Medina, CEO and President of eMerge Americas. “To say we are excited to work together on something like this is an understatement!”
Powered by Jackson Health System and UHealth – University of Miami Health System, this expansive pavilion will highlight the extraordinary intersection of technology and medicine, bringing life to the Patient Experience. Interactive exhibits and thought-provoking content connect healthcare providers, healthtech companies and investors fueling the advancement of health technology to deliver better patient outcomes. The program will feature an exclusive Executive Track for healthcare senior leaders and the Health Hub Theater dedicated to providing expert insights and revolutionary ideas aiming to improve the patient journey.
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CONSORTIUM ANNOUNCES LOCATION OF CONFERENCE ON TECHNOLOGY AND NURSING
Early-bird registration opens in time for holiday gifting
December 11, 2023 – The Nursing Consortium of Florida has announced that its next conference Caring Connections; Discovering Magic at the Intersection of Technology and Nursing will take place at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort in the Walt Disney World® Resort. The two half-day conference will begin at noon on Friday the 28th of June and conclude before noon the following day. “Conference attendees can look forward to informative and thought provoking presentations by leading subject matter experts and value-packed resort offers at Central Florida’s most magical destination,” stated conference planning chair Vicki Caraway the VP and Chief Nursing Officer of Baptist Health Cancer Care. “As Consortium membership has grown to include hospitals and schools of nursing along the Treasure Coast and on the Florida Gulf Coast, our Board decided that, beginning in 2024, one of our two yearly conferences should take place away from South Florida. The Greater Orlando area offered many venues, but none that put together a better package of discounted offerings for our attendees.
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GREEN THUMB ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT OF RICHARD DREXLER FROM BOARD OF DIRECTORS
CHICAGO and VANCOUVER, British Columbia, December 08, 2023 — Green Thumb Industries Inc. (“Green Thumb” or the “Company”) (CSE: GTII) (OTCQX: GTBIF), a leading national cannabis consumer packaged goods company and owner of RISE Dispensaries, today announced the retirement of Richard Drexler from its Board of Directors (the “Board”), effective December 8. Drexler joined Green Thumb’s Board in 2022 and served as Chair of the Audit Committee. Following his departure, Richard Reisin will assume the role of Chair of the Audit Committee. Drexler will continue to support the Board in a short-term consultant role to ensure a smooth transition.
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SPRINGBIG LAUNCHES “GIFT CARDS BY SPRINGBIG”, TRANSFORMING PAYMENT SOLUTIONS FOR THE CANNABIS RETAIL EXPERIENCE
The new gift card feature is the latest product launch on the Springbig platform to streamline payments and meet evolving consumer preferences.
BOCA RATON, Fla., Nov. 20, 2023 — SpringBig Holdings, Inc. (OTCQX: SBIG), a leading provider of vertical SaaS-based marketing solutions, today announced the launch of Gift Cards by Springbig. The new feature builds on recent product launches across the platform to revolutionize the way customers engage with retailers through secure, user-friendly, and efficient payment solutions. Springbig is paving the way for a future where dispensary transactions are easier and more convenient than ever.
Both physical and digital gift cards are a growing category among consumers of all ages. Seventy six percent of consumers have purchased a gift card in the past year, and of those gift cards purchased, 40 percent were digital. Additionally, 61 percent of consumers reported spending more than the amount included on the card when redeeming, boosting total sales for merchants.
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Over 862,000 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 DECEMBER 8, 2023 PDF OF REPORT
BY THE NUMBERS Qualified Patients: (Active ID Card):
Dec 08 2023- 862,824 Dec 01 2023- 862,155
Nov 24 2023- 859,125 Nov 17 2023- 859,524
Nov 10 2023- 855,965 Patients Added Last Week: 669 Qualified Ordering Physicians:
2,740 New Doctors added Last Week: +2 Reporting Period: Dec 1 - Dec 7 2023
Amount of Medical Marijuana Dispensed - (mgs THC) 295,934,878
Amount of Low-THC Cannabis Dispensed - (mgs CBD ) 2,725,019 Amount of Marijuana in a Form for Smoking (oz) 105,837.064 Approved Dispensing Locations: 610 Added Last Week: 2
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