MEDICAL CANNABIS BEING STUDIED FOR ISSUES RELATED TO AGING
Now that cannabinoids, both psychoactive (THC) and non-psychoactive (CBD, CBG,THCA,CBN, etc.), have been made available to seniors with certain medical conditions, studies have shown that it can help to manage issues related to aging including chronic arthritic pain, anxiety and insomnia. And while the hope is that it can someday be used to help those diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia, not enough research has been done in the United States to verify its use for dementia treatment.
“There have been studies that underscore the way that cannabinoids can help with agitation, anxiety and insomnia, all of which can accompany dementia, and there is also observational data showing that cannabinoids help, but randomized prospective controlled trials have not been done,” explained Melanie K. Bone, MD, FACOG, director, Medical Cannabinoid Therapies, MorseLife Health System and clinical affiliate assistant professor, Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, Florida Atlantic University. “For some scientists, this is the gold standard to prove that it might work, and the rest is considered anecdotal.”
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ACHE OF SOUTH FLORIDA MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: AGANETTE PARKS
“As much as I would like to plan my day, it doesn’t necessarily go that way.” That’s the way Aganette Parks, MHA, PMP, described her position as the associate administrator at Delray Medical Center.
“I oversee the daily operations for several ancillary departments,” she continued, highlighting surgical services, pharmacy, food and nutrition services, therapy services, the inpatient rehabilitation facility, and environmental services as being among them. She doesn’t do everything every day, but said, “A lot of my work is putting out fires. If any of my departments runs into any issues, I help remove any barriers, and provide them with the resources they need to do their job.”
Parks became interested in healthcare at a young age. She said her parents were Haitian immigrants who came to America before she was born. “I watched at a very young age how my parents, who didn’t speak much English, tried to navigate the healthcare system, and how complex it was.” She noticed the lack of cultural competency within the field, and said, “Seeing that at a young age made me want to get into healthcare and health administration to see if I could make a positive impact, to reach not just the Haitian community, but others within the community and be a representative.”
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DR. SALVADORE FORTE JOINS HCA FLORIDA JFK NORTH HOSPITAL’S ORTHOPEDICS DEPARTMENT
Dr. Forte’s will focus on Hip & Knee replacement surgery
September 1, 2023– HCA Florida JFK North Hospital, a comprehensive medical facility that has been serving the healthcare needs of West Palm Beach for close to 50 years, announced the addition of Dr. Salvador Forte, a renowned Joint Replacement Surgeon specializing in Hip &Knee replacement.
Dr. Salvadore Forte’s care philosophy is Hip and knee problems can be incredibly debilitating, significantly affecting your quality of life. Whether your goal is to get back on the golf course or be able to crouch to play with your grandchildren, Dr. Forte’s goal as a hip and knee specialist is to treat you like family and create an individualized treatment plan together.
Dr. Forte is fellowship-trained in Hip & Knee Replacement Surgery from the #1 hospital in Long Island, New York, North Shore University Hospital. Dr. Forte specializes in primary, complex, and revision total joint replacement surgery. His extensive training includes minimally invasive hip and knee replacement including the direct anterior approach, partial knee replacement, robotic surgery, and artificial intelligence-assisted surgery. His practice focuses on rapid-recovery outpatient joint replacement surgery.
He has a special interest in rapid recovery surgery, multimodal pain management, and finding solutions for patients with the most complex hip and knee problems to maximize their quality of life. During his training, he published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and presented in national orthopedic conferences.
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EMPOWERING INDEPENDENT HEALTHCARE PRACTITIONERS IN PRIVATE PRACTICE
By Rachel Puri
In a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, the role of independent health practitioners has never been more crucial. These dedicated professionals often find themselves navigating a complex web of challenges, from managing overhead costs to maintaining a strong online presence. Recognizing these needs, Lina has emerged to provide space, community and support for healthcare practitioners in private practice so they can focus on what they do best – high quality patient care.
A Vision of Support and Empowerment
Lina’s vision is clear: to support the practice needs of independent health practitioners and empower them to thrive in private practice. Their approach challenges conventional thinking, offering a comprehensive solution that tackles some of the most pressing challenges faced by healthcare professionals.
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DR. DIEGO LIMA JOINS HCA FLORIDA JFK NORTH HOSPITAL’S ORTHOPEDICS DEPARTMENT
Dr. Lima’s focus will be on Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, Adult Reconstruction Surgery and Sports Medicine
September 1, 2023– HCA Florida JFK North Hospital, a comprehensive medical facility that has been serving the healthcare needs of West Palm Beach for close to 50 years, announced the addition of Dr. Diego Lima, a highly skilled and accomplished orthopedic surgeon with expertise in various subspecialties, including shoulder and elbow surgery, adult reconstruction surgery, sports medicine.
Dr. Lima obtained his medical degree from the renowned University of Health Sciences of Alagoas (UNCISAL) in Brazil. He went on to complete rigorous training in shoulder and elbow surgery, adult reconstruction surgery, sports medicine, and orthopedic oncology, developing a comprehensive understanding of complex orthopedic conditions and surgical techniques. He did his postgraduate training at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in Weston, FL.
Dr. Lima is a member of the esteemed American Association of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS), further highlighting his commitment to professional excellence and staying at the forefront of advancements in orthopedic surgery.
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PHYSICIANS EARNING OUTSIDE INCOME NEED TO BE AWARE OF POLICY EXCLUSIONS
In August, The Washington Post ran an article that reported on how much money doctors in the U.S. make each year. Based on a paper published by the National Bureau of Economic Research, the article also showed how much income doctors made from wages versus other sources of income.
While the amount of money that physicians earn garnered quite a bit of attention, the fact that doctors were making a good part of their living from outside business activities may have been lost in the shuffle. But doctors need to ensure—especially if much of their income is derived outside of their practice salary—that they are protected in case of a lawsuit.
“The interesting part of this article to me and to many doctors is that overall, when you look at the total population of doctors studied, 94 percent of their income came from wages,” said Matt Gracey, Managing Director, Risk Strategies / Danna-Gracey. “However, if you look at the top 10 percent of earners in the medical world, that number drops to 69 percent.”
He noted that within the top 5 percent of doctors studied, only 49 percent of their total income comes from wages, and that in the top 1 percent, that amount decreased to only 15 percent of their income coming from wages.
“This is a stark reminder that doctors who make much more than the average physician are doing so with what we assume are outside business activities,” said Gracey. “A lot of very successful doctors—and we know this from our experience insuring doctors—are doing different things to make money outside the normal course of practice, seeing patients and the like.”
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PROSTATE CANCER SURVIVOR HELPS OTHERS REDUCE STRESS AFTER DEALING WITH HIS OWN UNEXPECTED TEARS
Julio Monsalve’s participation in a stress-reduction study at Sylvester brought him healing and led to a mission to reach others in the Latino community.
September 5, 2023– Tears flowed from emotions Julio Monsalve didn’t even realize he had.
Treatments by his medical and surgical teams at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami Health System had given him a new chance at life after a cancer diagnosis, and he was relieved, but these new tears didn’t come from joy.
“Even though I was doing great physically, I still felt anxious and depressed. One day I found myself driving and crying, but I didn’t know why,” says Monsalve, who had moved from New York to Miami in 2017 – just before learning he had prostate cancer.
He already was dealing with a high-pressure job and a back injury, but he was moving on and taking care of himself.
“I did the right things in terms of going to the doctor, getting a cancer screening, and making lifestyle and diet changes,” says Monsalve, now 68, a native of Colombia. His cancer care went well, and after his treatment he was free of the disease. Still, he couldn’t shake those residual feelings of despair.
But then an email arrived – about a year after the surgery took place – inviting Monsalve to join a cancer survivors’ group at Sylvester, part of a large study evaluating the role that stress can play in survivors’ lives as well as the potential benefits of facing that stress head-on.
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HCA FLORIDA PALMS WEST HOSPITAL ANNOUNCES SILVERBERG AS THE NEW CFO
September 6, 2023 – Samantha Silverberg, MHA has been named the chief financial officer (CFO) of HCA Florida Palms West Hospital where she will oversee internal financial reports, develop annual budgets and maintain SOX compliance.
Silverberg joins Palms West Hospital after serving as CFO of HCA Florida Raulerson Hospital for the past year and a half.
“Samantha brings a solid understanding of HCA Healthcare and finance to Palms West,” said Jason L. Kimbrell, chief executive officer. “She will be a great addition to our leadership team.”
Before her time at Raulerson, Silverberg spent two years at HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital where she was the assistant chief financial officer. She also has experience with Tenet Healthcare, including serving as the controller at Good Samaritan Hospital.
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MOUNT SINAI MEDICAL CENTER TO OPEN MOUNT SINAI ELDERCARE, A LICENSED CMS PROGRAM OF ALL-INCLUSIVE CARE FOR THE ELDERLY (PACE)
The medical center expands access to the highest quality and care for elders in our community
Mount Sinai Medical Center is pleased to announce the opening of Mount Sinai Eldercare in their Hialeah location. A licensed CMS Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), Mount Sinai Eldercare provides comprehensive medical and social services to eligible participants.
Mount Sinai Eldercare is home to an interdisciplinary team of health care professionals who work with patients and families to provide comprehensive care to each participant. This nationally recognized health care model is designed to aid individuals in avoiding or delaying their placement in a skilled nursing facility.
Services include, but are not limited to, adult day care, primary and specialty medical care, rehabilitation and therapy services, nursing support, medications, diagnostic tests (laboratory and imaging), nutritional counseling and meals, home care services, and transportation to and from the center and medical appointments.
“Eldercare is aimed at allowing our participants to continue living safely within the communities they know and love,” explains Gino R. Santorio, President and CEO of Mount Sinai Medical Center. “This new program will allow us to deliver comprehensive, high-quality care, while ensuring that some of the most vulnerable individuals we care for have the opportunity to live healthy, independent lives.”
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HCA FLORIDA LAWNWOOD HOSPITAL OPENS NEW LEVEL III NICU EXPANSION
September 1, 2023 – HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital, a 435-bed full-service acute care facility and part of HCA Florida Healthcare, the largest healthcare system in the state, today announced the opening of it’s Level III NICU expansion.
Lawnwood Hospital’s NICU opened in 2009, serving the Treasure Coast community for more than a decade. Located in one of the fastest-growing counties in the state, the NICU is growing by five state-of-the-art suites bringing the total unit bed count to 20.
“This expansion allows us to serve even more premature babies, giving the best possible start in life,” said HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital Chief Executive Officer Eric Goldman. “The renovated space includes the latest technology required for providing the highly specialized care required in a neonatal intensive care unit.”
The $6.3 million expansion and renovation of the hospital’s previous Level II and Level III NICU increased unit square footage to 1,463 and added 17 jobs to the facility.
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ANGEL BOSCH: A BEACON OF INNOVATION AND LEADERSHIP IN FLORIDA’S MEDICAL SOCIETY
In the heart of Miami, Angel Bosch has emerged as a paradigm of resilience, innovation, and leadership. Recently elected Chair of the Conference of Florida Medical Society Executives (CFMSE) and appointed to the Florida Medical Association (FMA), his story is an exemplary chronicle of a vision coming to fruition.
A Puerto Rican native, Bosch’s journey began amidst the devastation of Hurricane Maria in 2017. The harrowing five-month experience without power, as he describes, compelled him to seek a new horizon. Florida became that beacon of hope. “After living close to 5 months without power we took the painful decision of starting a new adventure in Miami,” Bosch reminisces.
He began his Florida journey with Cobbe Consulting and Management (CCM) in 2018 and soon took the reins of the Dade County Medical Association (DCMA). The following year, he further expanded his managerial repertoire by overseeing the Miami Orthopaedic Society (MOS). These accomplishments weren’t just professional milestones; they broke historical barriers as Bosch became the first Hispanic, specifically Puerto Rican, to hold these positions.
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HCA FLORIDA ORANGE PARK WELCOMES CEO JEFF TAYLOR
September 05, 2023 – HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital welcomes Jeff Taylor as the hospital’s new Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Taylor has more than 17 years of healthcare administration experience, including his most recent role as CEO at HCA Healthcare’s Summerville Medical Center in Summerville, SC.
“HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital has a proud past of providing extraordinary care to our community. Whether it is celebrating new life or caring for those with life threatening illness or injury, we proudly care for each patient no matter the circumstance,” said Jeff Taylor, CEO of HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital. “I am humbled by the opportunity to lead this organization into the future. I am impressed with our dedicated and highly skilled medical staff and colleagues and look forward to supporting them as we expand services and programs.”
During his 12-year career with HCA Healthcare, Taylor has served as Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Menorah Medical Center, COO of Belton Regional Medical Center, and Administrator for the HCA Healthcare Mid-America Surgery Institute.
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CLEVELAND CLINIC SURVEY EXAMINES THE CURRENT STATE OF MEN’S HEALTH IN AMERICA
National MENtion It® campaign explores the impact stress has on men’s sexual and mental well-being
September 6, 2023 – A new national survey by Cleveland Clinic highlights a disconnect between men’s perception of their health and their actual health habits.
In the survey, 81% of American men said they believe they are leading a healthy lifestyle. However, the survey results show the habits and behaviors of many men tell a different story.
Almost half of men (44%) do not get a yearly physical
44% do not take care of their mental health
Only half of men said they keep a healthy diet (51%)
83% have experienced stress in the last six months
About a quarter of U.S. men (27%) watch TV for more than five hours per day on average
The survey, which was taken earlier this year by a national sample consisting of 1,000 U.S. males, 18 years of age and older, was issued as part of Cleveland Clinic’s eighth annual educational campaign, MENtion It®. The campaign aims to address the fact that men often do not mention health issues or take steps to prevent them.
Survey findings point to stress being a common factor among men. However, 65% of men said they are hesitant to seek professional help for mental health concerns such as stress, anxiety and depression.
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BETSY JOHNSON: BUILDING AUTHENTIC CONNECTIONS IN THE WORLD OF HEALTHCARE
In the sun-drenched corridors of West Florida, an ambitious entrepreneur has been carving a path that bridges the gap between the veterans and newbies in the world of Cancer Registrars. Betsy Johnson, the dynamic founder of HIMpros, has created a blueprint for an authentic business in the heart of the corporate world.
Starting in a small company before its absorption into a giant corporation, she saw a rapidly changing landscape. A landscape where value and authenticity were sacrificed in the name of progress. From her intimate understanding of recruitment, sales, and grassroots business growth, she longed to create a place where she would want to work. In her own words, she yearned for an environment that was “authentic and true.”
Johnson’s voice resonates with authenticity and a keen understanding of her niche. Founder of HIMpros, a woman-owned healthcare staffing firm, Johnson’s journey from a small company to a corporate entity is what spurred her entrepreneurial spirit.
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HANLEY FOUNDATION’S ‘BARTLE BBQ HANG’ SKATEBOARDING EVENT WAS A SUCCESS
September 6, 2023— Hanley Foundation, Florida’s largest provider of grant-funded prevention programs and recovery scholarships to combat addiction, officially launched the ‘Cory Bartle Memorial Fund’ on Saturday, August 26, with a skateboard and BBQ event at the National Croquet Center in West Palm Beach. The ‘Bartle BBQ Hang’ was a huge success, drawing over 150 attendees who collectively raised more than $40,000 dollars, all of which went towards the “Cory Bartle Memorial Fund.’
The ‘Bartle BBQ Hang’ was conceived by the Bartle family, their close friends, and SandyJames Catering, in honor of Cory Bartle, a 34-year-old skateboarding enthusiast and rising culinary star, who lost his battle with addiction in October 2022.
“This was an opportunity for our friends in the skateboarding and culinary communities to come out and ‘get on board’ to support this critical cause,” said James Bartle, Co-Founder and Proprietor of SandyJames Catering. “It’s heartbreaking that too many young people in our community fall victim to addiction, but we want anyone suffering to know that help is available, which is why we partnered with Hanley Foundation.”
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FREE AUTISM SCREENING FOR YOUNG CHILDREN
September 6, 2023 — Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida, in partnership with Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Southwest Florida, offers a free monthly autism spectrum disorder screening for toddlers 18 months to five years of age.
The next screening will be held on Sept. 15, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Pediatric Specialist Office, 15901 Bass Rd, Suite 102, Fort Myers.
It is estimated that one in every 44 children is diagnosed with some form of Autism Spectrum Disorder, making it more common than childhood cancer, juvenile diabetes and pediatric AIDS combined.
Medical consultants for the project stress that an early diagnosis can make a vast difference for toddlers and their families. They say early intensive behavioral intervention can make an immense difference not just in the development of the child, but in their families as well.
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LEE HEALTH TRAUMA SERVICES, INJURY PREVENTION TEAM MEMBERS AND STEP SMART ANNOUNCE UPCOMING HEALTH FAIRS FOR FALLS PREVENTION AWARENESS WEEK SEPT. 17-23
September 6, 2023 — Falls Prevention Awareness Week in September runs annually from Sept. 17-23 and Lee Health Trauma Services and Step Smart invite the public to attend free Falls Prevention Awareness health fairs in Charlotte, Collier and Lee Counties.Health fairs will be offered in all three counties with classes on fall prevention and free screenings for balance, vision and hearing:The health fair on Sept. 18 in Collier County will be from noon to 3 p.m. at the Baker Senior Center in Naples, 6200 Autumn Oaks Ln. To RSVP, please call 239-325-4444 or 239-351-5550.The health fair on Sept. 19 in Charlotte County will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Harold Avenue Regional Park Rec Center in Port Charlotte, 23400 Harold Ave. To RSVP, please call 941-624-7200 x 7326 or 239-351-5550
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ELITE DNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH BACK-TO-SCHOOL SUPPLIES DRIVE COLLECTS SCHOOL ESSENTIALS FOR STUDENTS ACROSS THE STATE
September 6, 2023 – Elite DNA Behavioral Health, a comprehensive behavioral and mental health care provider, recently hosted its Back-to-School Supplies Drive, collecting 2,100 essential items to help students across Florida prepare for the 2023-24 school year.
The month-long collection spanned 32 Elite DNA offices across the state and aimed to help students feel emotionally prepared for the school year by equipping them with the necessary resources to thrive in the classroom. The collection gathered a variety of classroom items, including backpacks, notebooks, binders, college and wide-ruled paper, pocket folders, pens, No. 2 and colored pencils, pink erasers, highlighters, pencil boxes, student scissors, glue sticks, wired headphones, sanitizing wipes and more.
The drive benefited students in schools across Alachua, Broward, Charlotte, Clay, Collier, Duval, Hernando, Hillsborough, Lee, Leon, Manatee, Martin, Orange, Palm Beach, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, Sarasota, Seminole and Volusia counties.
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ACHE of South Florida Educational Event: Service Line Development
1.5 FACE TO FACE CREDITS
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Thursday, September 21, 2023
5:30 PM to 8:00 PM EDT
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2815 South Seacrest Blvd.
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Join healthcare (pharma/medtech) and life sciences experts as well as governmental agencies such as the FDA and hospital/healthcare buyers for this year’s special sessions organized by the Life Sciences Industrial Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Symposium at the 8th Annual Florida International Trade and Cultural Expo (FITCE) dedicated to Life Sciences, Innovation & Technology - October 4 & 5, 2023 at the Broward County Convention Center. For more information, please visit FITCExpo.com or email: pisaac@broward.org.
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Annual Golf Tournament
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SEPTEMBER 9 Physician Leadership Academy of South Florida, Retreat, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm 5:00 – 7:00 pm Cocktail Reception, Sonesta Ft Lauderdale Beach 28 BCMA Board of Directors, 6:30 pm via Zoom |
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The Perspectives on Florida’s Healthcare event is organized by the Chamber’s Healthcare Council, which works to improve our community’s quality of life by catalyzing leadership, growth, innovation, and outcomes. Contact liza@ftlchamber.com for sponsorship information!
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24th Annual Guardians of the Children Luncheon and Fashion Show November 20, 2023 | 11 a.m.
The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne | 455 Grand Bay Drive
For more than two decades, the Guardian Angels have hosted this special event benefiting Holtz Children’s Hospital surrounded by those who embrace their mission. This year, the luncheon will feature an exclusive fashion show presented by Saks Fifth Avenue and a chance drawing, and will celebrate the 25th anniversary of the naming of Holtz Children’s Hospital.
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THE 2000S ARE BACK, AND THEY’RE BETTER THAN EVER! HANDY TO HOST Y2K THEMED FUNDRAISER ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23RD
The 2000s are Back, and They’re Better Than Ever! Handy to Host Y2K Themed Fundraiser on Saturday, September 23rd
WHAT: Handy to host its annual Homecoming event on Saturday, September 23rd at The Venue in Wilton Manors.
WHEN: Saturday, September 23, 2023 – 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
WHERE: The Venue – 2345 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors, FL 33305
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GREEN THUMB INDUSTRIES ANNOUNCES SHARE REPURCHASE PROGRAM
CHICAGO and VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 05, 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 that its Board of Directors has authorized the repurchase pursuant to a normal course issuer bid, of up to 10,486,951 of its Subordinate Voting Shares (“Shares”) (up to 5% of the class) from time to time over a 12-month period. The Board of Directors authorized the Company to spend up to USD $50 million for the repurchase program.
“We believe instituting a share repurchase program is an appropriate tool for creating shareholder value without compromising our growth initiatives. This action was in the works before last week’s announcement from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, which called for cannabis to be reclassified to Schedule III. Having witnessed a 30-plus percent move in the sector based on news from Washington, D.C., we want the ability to take advantage for shareholders should the opportunity arise,” said Green Thumb Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Ben Kovler.
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Highlights from SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
PDF OF REPORT BY THE NUMBERS Qualified Patients: (Active ID Card): Sept 1 2023- 842,512 Aug 25 2023- 841,580 Aug 18 2023- 840,041 Aug 11 2023- 838,470 Aug 4 2023- 837,122 July 28 2023- 835,879 Patients Added Last Week: 932 Qualified Ordering Physicians: 2,633 New Doctors added Last Week: 6 Reporting Period: Aug 25 - Aug 31 2023 Amount of Medical Marijuana Dispensed - (mgs THC) 340,114,995
Amount of Low-THC Cannabis Dispensed - (mgs CBD ) 3,228,060 Amount of Marijuana in a Form for Smoking (oz) 109,019.709 Approved Dispensing Locations: 587 Added Last Week: -1 |
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