THURSDAY - APRIL 11 2024 South Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
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BROWARD HEALTH AND MIAMI JEWISH HEALTH CELEBRATE THE OPENING OF BROWARD PACE PROGRAM
April 8, 2024 – Broward Health and Miami Jewish Health plan to launch the Broward PACE Program, a new Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). A ribbon cutting was held for the new, 16,000-square-foot center in Fort Lauderdale on March 14. Broward Health and Miami Jewish Health leadership, community leaders and governmental officials attended the event.
“Florida is home to the second-largest elderly population in the United States, and we understand that this specific population often requires specialized care and assistance to maintain their health and independence,” Broward Health President and CEO Shane Strum said. “Broward Health remains committed to ensuring that our seniors have access to high-quality healthcare as they age.”
“We are thankful and proud of our relationship with Broward Health and look forward to working together,” Miami Jewish Health President and CEO Jeff Freimark said. “This collaboration demonstrates how two non-profit organizations with a shared vision can come together to better our community by serving the underserved, frail, elderly population.”
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| JAMES MACCUTCHEON, MACCUTCHEON FAMILY FOUNDATION MAKES SEVEN-FIGURE GIFT TO BOCA REGIONAL’S KEEPING THE PROMISE CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
Local Corporate CEO’s Gift to Support the Lynn Heart and Vascular Institute
BOCA RATON, FL – April 9, 2024 – Local retired corporate CEO and Boca Raton resident James MacCutcheon, MacCutcheon Family Foundation has made a $1 million gift to Keeping the Promise…The Campaign for Boca Raton Regional Hospital. His generosity will help support the campaign’s objectives within the Christine E. Lynn Heart & Vascular Institute. Mr. MacCutcheon’s gift will be commemorated with the naming of the elevator lobby on the 4th floor connecting the new Gloria Drummond Patient Tower to the new Critical Care Tower.
“We continue to be grateful for the generosity of local residents like Jim MacCutcheon, and the MacCutcheon Family Foundation who are forever family members of Boca Raton Regional Hospital,” said Lincoln Mendez, North Region Executive, Baptist Health, and CEO of Boca Raton Regional Hospital. “He understands the value and urgent need to fund our heart and vascular initiatives, as there is great demand for the latest and most sophisticated care in this area. We recognize and thank him for this selfless gift.”
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UHEALTH SOLÉ MIA TOPPING OFF CEREMONY SIGNIFIES TRANSFORMATIVE CHANGE IN NORTH MIAMI
APRIL 10, 2024 – World-class care in academic medicine came one step closer to reality in North Miami and the surrounding communities as UHealth – University of Miami Health System held a topping-off ceremony to celebrate the structural completion of what will be its largest ambulatory medical facility, UHealth SoLé Mia.
More than 50 attendees arrived at the main construction site at SoLé Mia, the 184-acre mixed-use development, to witness the progress of the state-of-the-art facility, scheduled to open in the summer of 2025. The new 363,000-square-foot medical center will provide a myriad of specialty care backed by academic medicine.
“Today, we are one step closer to bringing world-class academic medicine to this surrounding area,” said Dipen J. Parekh, M.D., chief operating officer of UHealth. “This facility will serve as part of our transformative expansion, as it will be a home for world-class, compassionate care and a crown jewel that instills hope in our patients.” Celebrating the Future of Health Care
As speakers shared their remarks, themes of academic medicine and improved access to patients resonated, stressing the value of UHealth’s imprint on the community.
“Today, we stand on the threshold of a new era,” said Alix Desulme, City of North Miami mayor. “Upon completion, this structure will serve as a beacon of excellence. UHealth SoLé Mia is a symbol of our community to provide top-notch medical care. We celebrate this significant milestone and promise for our community for a brighter and healthier future.”
A symbolic ceremony to commemorate achieving the highest construction point included various UHealth and community leaders marking their footprints in slabs of cement, signifying that the medical center is “one step closer” to completion.
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CLAUDIA GARCIA MD JOINS BAPTIST HEALTH PRIMARY CARE
MIAMI, FL – April 5, 2024 – Claudia Garcia, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Primary Care. She provides preventive care, annual physicals and sports physicals, screening tests, chronic disease management and healthy lifestyle counseling to patients. Her clinical interests include preventive medicine and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.
Prior to joining Baptist Health, Dr. Garcia was a primary care physician at Chen Senior Medical Center in Miami, Fla. She is an associate faculty member at Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine, serving as a primary care preceptor for first-year medical students.
“We are pleased to welcome Dr. Garcia to our team of medical professionals, dedicated to providing the highest quality care,” said Jack Ziffer, M.D., Ph.D., executive vice president, chief clinical officer and chief physician executive for Baptist Health.
Dr. Garcia earned her medical degree at Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine and completed an internal medicine residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami, Fla.
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PATRICIA VILA HONORED WITH COMMUNICATIONS AWARD AT THE 2024 HISPANIC LEADERSHIP AWARDS HOSTED BY THE SOUTH FLORIDA HISPANIC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Vila is being recognized for her formidable career as a leader in the communications industry
April 5, 2024 – The South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (SFLHCC) honored Patricia Vila, president of Patty Vila Media (PVM) with the Communications Award at their annual Hispanic Leadership Awards on April 5. She was first recognized by the SFLHCC in 2017 because of her work at Tenet Healthcare.
Vila, a long time supporter of the chamber and its initiatives to support the Hispanic business community, is recognized as a leader in the communications industry and her enduring impact in the South Florida community.
The SFLHCC is a nonprofit organization established in 1994 to promote business leadership, create economic prospects and provide legislative advocacy for the Hispanic business community in South Florida.
“This honor is a testament to Patty’s unwavering dedication to clarity, creativity, and connection, said Lilliam Lopez, president and CEO of SFLHCC. “Her mastery of the art of communication has amplified the voice of her clients and inspired us to reach new heights. We are immensely proud to celebrate her remarkable achievements and grateful for the profound impact she’s made on our community and beyond.”
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FROM KIDZ PREEMIE PATIENT TO KIDZ EMPLOYEE: EMILIE MARTINEZ COMES FULL CIRCLE
Emilie Martinez’s journey with KIDZ Medical Services – which provides specialized neonatal, pediatric, and obstetrical healthcare throughout South Florida – has come full circle. Born three months premature, Martinez was treated by Dr. Magaly Diaz-Barbosa and other KIDZ staff; 24 years later, Martinez is part of the KIDZ team herself.
“I weighed less than 1.5 pounds at birth and was treated in the NICU for several months,” explained Martinez, who now works at KIDZ as an IT professional. “My parents used to tell stories about Dr. Diaz and what a wonderful doctor she was. And whenever we visited the hospital campus when I was younger, we’d be sure to go say hi to her.”
Another KIDZ connection involved her mother, Idelsys, who worked at South Miami Hospital when KIDZ President and CEO Wayne Brackin was hospital CEO. Brackin and the HR director at the time, Sue Kuryla, went to see Martinez when she was discharged home and kept up with her progress over time. Martinez flourished under the clinical team’s care and as she grew, she also flourished as a student.
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PALM BEACH GARDENS MEDICAL CENTER ACQUIRES NEW FARAPULSE™ PULSED FIELD ABLATION SYSTEM FOR ATRIAL FIBRILLATION
April 4, 2024 – Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center has acquired 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 at the hospital using the new system was performed by Dr. Matthew Klein on April 4th, 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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TAMPA GENERAL HOSPITAL HONORED AS A LEADING INDUSTRY INNOVATOR BY MODERN HEALTHCARE
The academic health system was recognized for the creation of the Tampa Medical and Research District and its commitment to fostering a culture of innovating to improve patient outcomes.
Tampa, FL – April 9, 2024 – Tampa General Hospital (TGH) is one of 10 organizations nationwide recognized in Modern Healthcare’s Innovators Class of 2024. This award program highlights leaders and organizations, selected by Modern Healthcare’s editorial team, who are driving innovation that improves care, achieves measurable results and advances the clinical and financial goals of the organization.
“At Tampa General, we’re dedicated to driving innovation by leveraging the latest technologies, forging dynamic partnerships and implementing strategic initiatives that enhance patient outcomes, accessibility and affordability,” said John Couris, president and CEO of Tampa General. “These innovations and technologies are being put into the hands of our team members so that they can continue to elevate the care we provide while also allowing them to work more efficiently and be happier in the workplace. I could not be more proud of this award as it underscores the work we have done to drive innovation beyond an industry buzzword or a standalone achievement, but rather a mindset to be embraced which empowers us to define the future of world-class care.”
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HEALTHCARE EXECUTIVES NAMED TO YMCA OF SOUTH FLORIDA BOARD
Calvin Johnson of Royal Caribbean and Alvaro Molina of Florida Blue, two of three additions to YMCA Board for 2024
Calvin Johnson, Senior Vice-President for Public Health and Chief Medical Officer for Royal Caribbean International (“RCI”) and Alvaro (“Al”) Molina, Market Leader, South Florida for Florida Blue, were two of three recent additions to the Board of Directors for the YMCA of South Florida.
Johnson leads the health and wellness policies in his role with RCI, manages the Group’s global public health and clinical practices, and oversees the strategic plans and operations of the company’s global healthcare organization. Prior to this role, Dr. Johnson served as EVP and Chief Medical Officer for Corizon Health, VP and Chief Medical Officer for Temple University Health System, and Clinical Associate Professor at Temple University School of Medicine. Dr.
Molina is part of the regional executive team in South Florida for Florida Blue – the state’s Blue Cross and Blue Shield plan. In his role, Molina is responsible for developing, leading, and executing the company’s strategy in Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties.
“We’d like to welcome Calvin and Alvaro to our Board, both of whom I know will have a profound impact on our organization,” said YMCA of South Florida CEO Sheryl A. Woods. “They are two of the most respected healthcare executives in South Florida, and the expertise and knowledge that they possess will benefit the Y, our members and the community now and in the future.”
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CLEVELAND CLINIC-LED TRIAL FINDS WEB APP TECHNOLOGY EFFECTIVE IN DETERMINING ACCESS TO CHOLESTEROL-LOWERING DRUGS WITHOUT PRESCRIPTION
TACTiC Trial presented at the American College of Cardiology’s 73rd Annual Scientific Session
April 8 2024 – Findings from a new Cleveland Clinic-led study suggest that a technology-assisted web application can help consumers appropriately determine if they qualify for a statin drug without a prescription.
During the trial, 1,196 participants used the web application and more than 90% correctly self-selected for statin use based on current guidelines compared with assessment by a clinician. Among those who then entered a six-month treatment phase,98% of consumers correctly used the drug, achieving a 35% reduction in LDL (low density lipoprotein) cholesterol – also known as “bad” cholesterol.
These findings demonstrate that consumers can appropriately self-select and self-manage statin treatment with the assistance of a dedicated web application, potentially allowing expanded access to this important class of medications.
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HCA FLORIDA HEALTHCARE CONTINUES ANNUAL STATEWIDE WE SHOW UP FOR OUR COMMUNITIES WEEK
Numerous events across Florida will support community partners, local organizations with hands-on service
NASHVILLE, TN, April 8, 2024 — HCA Florida Healthcare, the state’s leading network of hospitals and healthcare facilities, will host its third annual statewide We Show Up for Our Communities days of service April 15-26. Physicians and colleagues will donate time and resources to community partners who share a vision to positively impact the lives of residents and visitors across the Sunshine State.
“At HCA Florida Healthcare, we strive to not only provide the quality healthcare our patients deserve, but to also help address needs in the communities where our colleagues live and work,” said Joe Flynn, AVP of community engagement for HCA Healthcare and president of the HCA Healthcare Hope Fund. “When we see a need in our community, we step forward. We show up when it matters most. We Show Up for Our Communities is just one of many ways our organization demonstrates this commitment to the places we call home. We are fortunate to have partners who share our vision for positively impacting the lives of others and we look forward to working alongside them throughout April to impact the Florida communities we serve.”
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CLEVELAND CLINIC, TUFTS UNIVERSITY RESEARCH TIES GUT MICROBIAL TMAO PATHWAY TO CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE
Large-scale joint study shows striking link between high blood levels of TMAO and chronic kidney disease risk over time
APRIL 9, 2024- New findings from Cleveland Clinic and Tufts University researchers show high blood levels of TMAO (trimethylamine N-oxide) predicts future risk of developing chronic kidney disease over time.
The findings build on more than a decade of research spearheaded by Stanley Hazen, M.D., Ph.D., and a team related to the gut microbiome’s role in cardiovascular health and disease, including the adverse effects of TMAO, a byproduct formed by the gut bacteria from nutrients abundant in red meat, eggs and other animal source foods.
The study, published in the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology, was a collaboration between a Cleveland Clinic research team led by Dr. Hazen and investigators from the Food is Medicine Institute at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University, including first author Meng Wang, Ph.D., and co-senior author Dariush Mozaffarian, M.D., Dr.PH.
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TGH WOMEN’S INSTITUTE RECEIVES HIGHEST HONOR FROM NATIONAL ACCREDITING BODY
Tampa General’s Women’s Institute receives The Joint Commission’s Level IV Maternal Care Designation.
Tampa, FL – April 5, 2024 – The Women’s Institute at Tampa General Hospital (TGH) announced that it has received the highest national designation (Level IV) in maternal care from The Joint Commission — the gold standard in accreditation — underscoring its commitment to excellence in care for mothers and babies.
“At Tampa General Hospital, our physicians and team members provide exceptional care to expectant mothers throughout their pregnancy and through the delivery of their newborns. We recognize a healthy start for families will help drive healthy outcomes throughout their lifetime,” said John Couris, president and CEO of Tampa General. “This recognition for Level IV maternal care is a testament to the team and their commitment to excellence in patient care and clinical research — just two of the reasons why families turn to Tampa General for world-class care.”
The Joint Commission, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering health care organizations in providing the highest level of safety and quality, verified the TGH Women’s Institute as a Level IV Maternal Care hospital. Tampa General is one of only seven hospitals in Florida and one of 33 birthing hospitals in the nation to receive this designation.
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WHAT IF “OLD-TIME” PHYSICIAN SPECIALTY DISABILITY CONTRACTS WERE BACK?
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HANLEY FOUNDATION AND GLADES MIDDLE SCHOOL COLLABORATE FOR YOUTH SUMMIT
Offering Drug and Alcohol Literacy and Prevention Programming in honor of National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week
April 10, 2024—Hanley Foundation and Glades Middle School collaborated for the third year in a row for the annual Youth Summit, which was recently held at the school’s Miramar, FL campus. In honor of National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week (March 18 through March 24), 18 Hanley Foundation staff members provided age-appropriate programming and tools to educate 630 Glades Middle School students about this critical topic.
Two key programs shared at the Youth Summit include Hanley Foundation’s Alcohol Literacy Challenge (ALC) and Marijuana and Vaping Prevention (MVP). The Alcohol Literacy Challenge provides students with facts about the physical effects of alcohol, and knowledge and awareness about alcohol-related health issues, in an effort to reduce underage drinking, promote responsible drinking behaviors as adults, and reduce abuse and misuse of alcohol. The Marijuana and Vaping Prevention program functions similarly, to illustrate the harms of marijuana and e-cigarettes, to correct misconceptions, and to promote healthy behaviors in youth.
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THE ESSENTIAL VALUE OF MEDICAL RESEARCH LIBRARIES
By Jaclyn Castek
In 1981, a group of clinical epidemiologists at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, led by David Sackett, an American-Canadian physician, introduced the concept of evidence-based medicine. Since then, the emphasis on utilizing the literature to follow the tenets of evidence-based medicine continues to grow.
The rapid growth of information technology and clinical information resources has made locating the literature needed to make the best evidence-based decisions for patient care complicated and time-consuming. The increased need for documentation and administrative duties has created a significant decrease in the time available to physicians and other health care professionals tasked with performing literature searches. Many hospitals and health care systems have a medical librarian, or team of librarians, who can help connect medical staff to vital information on evidence-based medicine.
Medical librarians are expert fact finders with skills and training in information retrieval. This skill set allows them to provide services that enable hospital staff to make timely and evidence-based decisions. Medical librarians help physicians, nurses, pharmacists, hospital administrators and allied health providers navigate information sources. Not only do medical librarians provide access to literature, they also often perform literature searches, provide instructional sessions on literature searches and evaluation and conduct one-on-one consultations. Additionally, they serve on interdisciplinary committees to provide high-quality evidence to support committee initiatives.
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MAYO CLINIC, TERASAKI INSTITUTE LAUNCH COLLABORATION FOR TRANSPLANT INNOVATION
JACKSONVILLE, Fla.- April 1, 2024 — Mayo Clinic and Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation announced today a research collaboration centered on improving organ transplant outcomes.
Beginning in April, Mayo Clinic biomedical researchers and Terasaki Institute scientists will work together on two core areas: real-time monitoring of donated organ health from procurement to transplant surgery and developing predictive technologies to determine which transplant recipients have a higher likelihood of rejection. That will be done by creating prognostic signatures and assays for antibody-mediated rejection of organ transplant. These initial projects are expected to take 24 to 30 months to complete.
“As the largest organ transplant provider in the United States, Mayo Clinic is deeply invested in finding innovative solutions to improve transplant care for patients. That is why we are so excited about this new collaboration with the Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation,” says Burcin Taner, M.D., chair of the Transplant Center at Mayo Clinic in Florida and chair of Mayo Clinic Transplant Specialty Council. “Bringing these two institutions together with the same goal of improving transplant outcomes for patients will positively affect many lives.”
“We are also very excited about our collaboration with Mayo Clinic,” says Ali Khademhosseini, Ph.D., director and CEO of the Terasaki Institute of Biomedical Innovation. “We’re looking forward to conducting impactful research to enhance the quality of life for transplant patients, and we are happy to build upon the work of Dr. Paul I. Terasaki, a pioneer in the field of organ transplantation, who founded the original Terasaki Institute.”
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SHORT-TERM INCENTIVES FOR EXERCISE CAN LEAD TO SUSTAINED INCREASES IN ACTIVITY
NIH-supported study shows certain perks can spur long-term behavior change in adults with cardiovascular disease risks
April 7, 2024- Adults with heart disease risks who received daily reminders or incentives to become more active increased their daily steps by more than 1,500 after a year, and many were still sticking with their new habit six months later, according to a study supported by the National Institutes of Health that published in Circulation(link is external).
The improvements, which also resulted in an extra 40 minutes of moderate exercise each week, correlated with a 6% reduced risk of premature death and a 10% reduced risk of cardiovascular-related deaths, compared to data from prior studies. The Department of Health and Human Services recommends(link is external) that most adults should get at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic exercise per week, such as brisk walking, or 75 minutes of vigorous exercise, like fast cycling, or a combination of the two, paired with twice-weekly strength sessions.
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AI MAKES RETINAL IMAGING 100 TIMES FASTER, COMPARED TO MANUAL METHOD
NIH scientists use artificial intelligence called ‘P-GAN’ to improve next-generation imaging of cells in the back of the eye.
April 10, 2024- Researchers at the National Institutes of Health applied artificial intelligence (AI) to a technique that produces high-resolution images of cells in the eye. They report that with AI, imaging is 100 times faster and improves image contrast 3.5-fold. The advance, they say, will provide researchers with a better tool to evaluate age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and other retinal diseases.
“Artificial intelligence helps overcome a key limitation of imaging cells in the retina, which is time,” said Johnny Tam, Ph.D., who leads the Clinical and Translational Imaging Section at NIH’s National Eye Institute.
Tam is developing a technology called adaptive optics (AO) to improve imaging devices based on optical coherence tomography (OCT). Like ultrasound, OCT is noninvasive, quick, painless, and standard equipment in most eye clinics.
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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.
The two-day conference is for professionals in the behavioral and mental health fields to share insights, research, and best practices in promoting mental health and well-being.
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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.
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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. READ MORE |
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Highlights from APRIL 5, 2024
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BY THE NUMBERS Qualified Patients: (Active ID Card):
Apr 05 2024- 877,941 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
Patients Added Last Week: -13
Qualified Ordering Physicians: 2,557 New Doctors added Last Week: -58
Reporting Period: Mar 29 - Apr 1, 2024
Amount of Medical Marijuana Dispensed - (mgs THC) 347,113,381
Amount of Low-THC Cannabis Dispensed - (mgs CBD ) 4,51,161 -Amount of Marijuana in a Form for Smoking (oz) 112,542.675 Approved Dispensing Locations: 627 Added Last Week: 1
Goldflower Cannabis - Bradenton |
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