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The Abernathy Group II Announces A Specialty Family Office For Doctors

Medicalread Staff — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:21:02 +0000

The Abernathy Group II Announces A Specialty Family Office For Doctors

The Physician Family Office Is One of the First Of Its Kind to Market and Will Leverage the Firm’s Existing Expertise

New York, New York (PRWEB) June 20, 2011

The Abernathy Group II (TAG II), one of the oldest investment firms in the nation devoted to the medical profession, announced the launch of a new Specialty Family Office for high-net worth doctors which will be called The Abernathy Group II Physician Family Office (PFO). The Abernathy Group II is one of the most highly regarded and highly rated professional investment firms in the United States and its owners, Steven Abernathy and Brian Luster, have been advising medical doctors and their families since 1991. The Abernathy Group has received 19 number one rankings in various categories from Nelson Information’s World’s Best Money Managers and two “Best” rankings from Barron’s since 1993.

Award winning investors Steven Abernathy and his partner, Brian Luster, will be launching the Physician Family Office from their base in New York City and will have a national reach.

“The business of medicine is changing. It is certain the next decade will not be as financially rewarding as the last decade for most physicians. Medical doctors with significant assets must guard those assets and insure their capital is managed professionally, just like a second business. A physician’s capital is the one resource that creates the freedom to retire, when and how they choose, in the future”, said Dennis Ryll, M.D., a St. Louis, Missouri Advisory Board member of The Abernathy Group II Physician Family Office.

A Family Office is a professional entity designed to manage the investments, business affairs, and Trusts for high-net-worth families confidentially. The Abernathy Group II Physician Family Office will serve primarily medical doctors and their families. It will be paid an advisory fee from the family only and will not sell financial products or services nor accept commissions or payments from any outside entity which creates a conflict. Family Offices are essential to high net-worth families because they provide personalized, confidential and objective advice while integrating a wide range of business experts. These experts provide a myriad of business, legal, financial and medical practice management services specifically to medical doctors who are too busy to handle these matters.

Arnold Friedman, M.D., an Advisory Board member from Tucson, Arizona said “The Physician Family Office is governed by a Board of Physicians, yet managed by financial professionals with audited track records of success. It sells no products, has no conflicts, and was created to insure the medical professional has access to state-of-the-art financial and business counsel.” Dr. Friedman continued: “Once a medical doctor has accumulated significant wealth, not having assets managed by proven professionals is a mistake which could erase a lifetime of his or her hard work.”

The Physician Family Office also helps families manage their wealth across generations by providing banking and Trust services. The Physician Family Office integrates Asset Management, Legal Asset Protection, Estate Planning, Financial Planning, and Practice Management with Family Education and Concierge Services, along with many other services, and offers a comprehensive and integrated team approach to meeting a physician family’s goals.

The Abernathy Group II Physician Family Office was founded in 2010 with an Advisory Board of physicians who have helped to create the services offered. The Advisory Board is made up of a prestigious group of medical professionals who are committed to creating the first Specialty Family Office dedicated to the practice of medicine. The Advisory Board will oversee product offerings, and performance, while business experts in each category will help create, research, and implement financial and business strategies. The Physician Family Office currently has over $80 million in assets under advisement.

“We are excited to be a pioneer in establishing a private corporation which provides physician advocacy, and integrates critical legal, financial, tax, and trust services in a highly confidential environment for high-net worth physicians and their families”, says Brian Luster. He continues: “We are looking forward to helping physicians decrease investment risks, and reduce unnecessary fees and expenses while applying our understanding of the unique professional challenges doctors face to insure their income is maximized and their assets are legally protected.”

About The Abernathy Group II
The Abernathy Group II is a Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) and is one of the oldest investment firms in the nation devoted to the medical profession. The Abernathy Group was established in 1991. Its corporate headquarters are in New York City. For more information, visit http://www.abbygroup.com or call Debra LeMoine at 212-293-3456.

Contact: Mary Reilly
PH: 212-293-3462
CELL: 917-363-9860
mreilly(at)abbygroup(dot)com

Perminova Names Business, Science and Academic Leader Gail Naughton to…

Medicalread Staff — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 16:21:02 +0000

Perminova Names Business, Science and Academic Leader Gail Naughton to Board of Advisors

Perminova, developer of web-based software for the nation’s leading cardiology centers, announced that Gail K. Naughton, Ph.D., a leader in business, finance, biomedicine and academia, has joined the Perminova Board of Advisors. Naughton is currently CEO and Chairman of Histogen, Inc., a regenerative medicine company she founded in 2007 to develop novel treatments for conditions ranging from hair loss to cancer. Naughton was Dean of the College of Business Administration at San Diego State University, a position she held for nine years.

La Jolla, CA (PRWEB) January 04, 2012

Naughton is currently CEO and Chairman of Histogen, Inc., a regenerative medicine company she founded in 2007 to develop novel treatments for conditions ranging from hair loss to cancer. She also serves as a Director for C.R. Bard, Inc., a global company whose Electrophysiology Division develops diagnostic devices for treating cardiac arrhythmias. Previously, Naughton was Dean of the College of Business Administration at San Diego State University, a position she held for nine years. She was the first female biotechnology entrepreneur to lead a major U.S. business school. At SDSU, Naughton was part of an administration that dramatically boosted the school’s academic performance and reputation.

“An Advisor the caliber of Gail Naughton brings tremendous benefit to Perminova,” said Craig K. Collins, President & CEO of Perminova. “Her breadth of knowledge and experience in medical research, industry and academia is remarkable. She will provide invaluable expertise as Perminova expands operations and launches new products in the health technology market.”

Prior to joining San Diego State, Naughton was a respected scientist and executive, with an accomplished background in the field of tissue engineering. She co-founded Advanced Tissue Sciences in 1986, serving as Principal Scientist before rising to Executive VP, Chief Scientific Officer, and then President and Chief Operating Officer. At Advanced Tissue Sciences, she was Co-Inventor of the company’s core technology, and oversaw the design and development of the world’s first up-scaled manufacturing facility for tissue-engineered products. Naughton held professorships at City University of New York, Hunter College and York College. She also was Assistant Professor of Research at New York University Medical Center.

Naughton holds over 95 U.S. and foreign patents and is extensively published in the field of tissue engineering. In 2000, she received the 27th Annual National Inventor of the Year award by the Intellectual Property Owners Association in honor of her pioneering work in the field of tissue engineering. Naughton is co-author of “Patents in the Knowledge-Based Economy,” published in 2003 by the National Research Council of the National Academic Press, and she served on the National Academy Committee for Patent Reform.

She is an Advisory Board member of the Parker H. Petit Institute for Bioengineering and Bioscience at Georgia Institute of Technology, and a member of the Board of Directors for the Ackerman Foundation. Naughton received the ARCS Foundation’s National Scientist of the Year award in 1998 and the Lindbergh-Carrel Prize in 2002, and was named Woman of the Year by San Diego Magazine in 2006.

Naughton earned a BS from St. Francis College, Brooklyn, New York, and both an MS in Histology and a Ph.D. in Hematology from New York University Medical Center. She also holds an MBA in Executive Management from the Anderson School at UCLA.

About Perminova

La Jolla, Calif.-based Perminova develops and markets web-based software for use in cardiovascular surgery. The company is pioneering healthcare’s move from outdated client-server technology to modern, secure cloud computing. Perminova offers customers Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), allowing them to take full advantage of a surgical information system that’s more robust, flexible and cost-effective than currently available. In 2011, the company released Perminova EP, a software module that manages the scheduling, workflow and billing that occur before, during and after cardiac electrophysiological (EP) procedures. Perminova EP enables doctors, nurses and administrators to realize enhanced charge-capture, efficiency and patient safety. The software is currently deployed at leading cardiology centers throughout the United States, including UC San Diego Health System and Mount Sinai Hospital in New York.

Free Sleep Apnea Guide Helps Combat Rapidly Growing Epidemic

Medicalread Staff — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 16:21:02 +0000

Free Sleep Apnea Guide Helps Combat Rapidly Growing Epidemic

Aviisha releases free, comprehensive sleep apnea guide to raise awareness about a quickly growing epidemic: sleep apnea.

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) November 29, 2011

Disturbing forecasts have prompted the Aviisha Medical Institute, LLC to release a free guide to sleep apnea. A new study published in the Lancet predicts that by 2030, 164 million Americans will suffer from obesity. Given obesity’s high correlation with sleep apnea, experts are beginning to brace for an obesity-sleep apnea epidemic of epic proportions.

Current estimates predict that 1 in every 5 Americans suffers from mild sleep apnea and 1 in every 15 from moderate sleep apnea or worse. These numbers are expected to climb in coming years, and yet most sleep apnea sufferers have no idea they have the condition.

“Studies estimate that between 80 and 90% of sufferers are undiagnosed and need treatment,” said Dr. Avi Ishaaya, a sleep boarded physician and Medical Director of the Aviisha Medical Institute, LLC. “This is a serious problem when you consider how untreated sleep apnea can devastate the cardiovascular system and damage a person’s quality of life.” Sleep apnea has been linked to stroke, heart failure, diabetes, hypertension, depression, erectile dysfunction, memory loss, and more.

Underscoring the need to get more people tested and treated for sleep apnea, the US Department of Health and Human Services recently published its Healthy People 2020 goals in which increasing “the proportion of persons with symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea who seek medical evaluation” was listed as the primary objective for sleep health. “We have a serious lack of awareness that needs to be addressed without delay,” said Dr. Avi.

A DIFFERENT SLEEP APNEA GUIDE

To help raise awareness and get sufferers tested and treated, the Aviisha Medical Institute, LLC has embarked on a wide scale campaign to educate, test, and treat. Its newest project is the Aviisha Guide to Obstructive Sleep Apnea, published by Dr. Avi. The guide is free to download and contains a wealth of useful information about sleep apnea. It is the only online guide of its kind, written by a certified sleep physician and covering both testing and treatment.

The guide is a tool for patients to learn about sleep apnea, its symptoms, consequences, risk factors, and treatment. The guide also contains questionnaires for patients to complete and give their doctor. The guide is free to download and share through Aviisha’s relaunched website, http://www.Aviisha.com.

NEW WEBSITE WITH NEW FEATURES

In November 2011, Aviisha relaunched its website which contains more useful and shareable content. Some of the new additions to the website include:
Articles and videos explaining what sleep apnea is and who it affects Sleep Apnea Educational Webinars (upcoming and prerecorded) Infographics related to Sleep Apnea A new Sleep Well Blog to stay current on news and announcements Various online quizzes to assess one’s risk for sleep apnea Share buttons and social media links to help users connect

The new website does an excellent job of demystifying the home sleep test, a test that is offered by Aviisha as an affordable alternative to traditional laboratory testing. The home sleep test has gained popularity in recent years with both clinicians and patients because of its convenience, cost, and accessibility. Aviisha’s Sleep Well blog is a way for users to stay current with the latest developments in sleep medicine and the sleep apnea community. The company plans on developing more content and launching new campaigns through its website and social media outlets.

For more information, please contact Aviisha at 877-634-7748 x112.

In Case of Diabetic Nerve Degeneration, Expanding on a Recent Study,…

Medicalread Staff — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 16:21:02 +0000

In Case of Diabetic Nerve Degeneration, Expanding on a Recent Study, The Most Promising Diet For Obesity and Diabetes is a R-Alpha Lipoic Diet, Says Nutri-Med Logic Corp

In Case of Diabetic Polyneuropathy (nerve degeneration), Expanding on a Recent Study, Nutri-Med Logic Corp says that according to Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust, a leading healthcare provider and foundation trusts in England, about 50% of those with longer-duration diabetes would suffer from Polyneuropathy and are unaware of it. According to the study, while pharmacological strategies are focused on symptom control, the most promising corrections might come from R-Alpha Lipoic.

Miami, Florida (PRWEB) September 18, 2011

Nutri-Med Logic Corp: A recent study published in “Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity: Targets and Therapy”, highlighted the importance of R-Alpha Lipoic for the Diabetics.

While R-Alpha Lipoic is produced by the human body and, found in many foods, thus a nutrient, but the study has made a specific reference to R-Alpha Lipoic as “Disease-modifying agent”, which normally is granted for medicinal purposes.

The study is correct in one hand and incorrect in the other.

R-Alpha Lipoic is used as a co-therapy for Diabetic Polyneuropathy for more than 40 years in Germany and in Japan had a medicinal designation until 2004. Even in US, the FDA granted a special license an associate of National Institutes of Health, Dr. Berkson, for medicinal application of R-Alpha Lipoic.

However, there is a definite and clear distinction between R-Alpha Lipoic “the nutrient” and R-Alpha Lipoic “the therapeutic agent”. The difference is the method of administration.

In Germany and even in US, when FDA granted a special license to Dr. Berkson, the application is intravenously, and the result of such applications have been astounding, not only in diabetes but also other disease. But the administration of intravenous R-Alpha Lipoic can only be done by a trained physician.

R-Alpha Lipoic from conventional food or supplements is only nutrient and while it theoretically possesses the same ability of the R-Alpha Lipoic “the medicine”, but since there are no clinical studies on any adverse effects of high supplemental dosage of R-Alpha Lipoic, then it should only be considered as a dietary nutrient, a potent dietary anti-oxidant.

As to “Therapeutic R-Alpha Lipoic”, according to the published studies in Biochem. & Biophy. Res. Comm., R-Alpha Lipoic reduced the accumulation of Triglycerides in the fat tissue, the underlying cause of insulin resistance in Obesity, as well as activating a protein called AMPK, the very same target of many anti-diabetic agents ( American Heart Association, Inc). (1,2)

Moreover, other studies published in The Journal of Biological Chemistry, R-Alpha Lipoic inhibited the formation of the fat cells (pre-adipocytes diffrentiation of 3T3-L1 cell line), an important finding for the role of R-Alpha Lipoic in Obesity. (3)

However, any therapeutic application of R-Alpha Lipoic must be intravenously and administered by a licensed and trained physician.

As to the nutrient R-Alpha Lipoic, it is without a doubt that its dietary supplementation offers nutritional benefits. But caution must be given for high supplemental intake of R-Alpha Lipoic, since there are no clinical studies, shedding light to the intake, tolerance or adverse effect and, more importantly, the supplemental intake of R-Alpha Lipoic (since it is a nutrient) cannot guaranty a constant / specific delivery to the blood.

The human body produces R-Alpha Lipoic but its production decreases by age. R-Alpha Lipoic is a nutrient and found in variety of foods, such as spinach and broccoli, but its levels do not increase, significantly, through conventional food and thus its dietary supplementation is the preferred choice for those looking to have its ideal benefits.

In conclusion, Nutri-Med Logic Corp agrees with the study published in “Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity: Targets and Therapy”, but adds that the study failed to mention that there is distinction between the supplemental intake and intravenous administration.

Nutri-Med Logic Corp is a producer of dietary supplements, including R-Alpha Lipoic, with a different recommended daily intake for men and women.

Nutri-Med Logic’s products are Formulated Based on Nutritional Logic, made from the highest quality raw materials that are manufactured in pharmaceutical facilities, encapsulated in pharmaceutical facilities and packaged in pharmaceutical facilities.

It must be noted that the studies, sources or statements, above and below, have not been evaluated by The FDA and, thus, one should not relate the cause of any diseases, stated herein, to lack of R-Alpha Lipoic dietary supplementation; nor equate its supplementation to prevention, treatment or cure.

(1) Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications, Vol 332, Issue 3, 8 July 2005, pp 885-891
(2) Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biology. 2005;25:2488.
(3) The Journal of Biological Chemistry, 12 Sept. 2003 278, 34823-34833

Medical Professionals Now Praising the Health Benefits of the TrekDesk…

Medicalread Staff — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 16:21:03 +0000

Medical Professionals Now Praising the Health Benefits of the TrekDesk Treadmill Desk and “Walk the Talk”

Physicians and medical professionals across the country are promoting the concept that “exercise is medicine” in hopes of changing the nation’s dire health dynamic. Some are doing more than just talking to their patients, they are “walking the talk” practicing medicine while using their TrekDesk Treadmill Desks.

Scottsdale, AZ (PRWEB) September 30, 2011

TrekDesk treadmill desks have proven popular among a variety of professions from attorneys to investment advisors, however one profession has been much more effective at touting the benefits of walking while working, leading by example: medical professionals.

Often a physician’s biggest challenge is persuading a patient to heed health directives and advice. Recognizing that exercise is medicine and the best way to spread the message is to lead by example, a number of medical professionals across the country are “walking the talk” with their TrekDesk treadmill deskdaily.

Dr. Billie Minton, of Kingsport, TN recently explained her use of the TrekDesk during her daily practice in an interview with WNPR’s Faith Middleton, “Someone said to me well if you are going to do this at work aren’t you going to be distracting to your patients? I said, I certainly hope so. I want them to be distracted to the point that they know I am not just saying it,- I am doing it. I have got a lot of patients off of anti-depressants because when you are walking it increases your endorphins, you are not tired at the end of the day, you want to get involved, you want to do things, and the next thing you know the anti-depressants go away.”

K.C. a PhD Nutritionist from Tigard, Ohio, promotes her TrekDesk as a life changing tool. “My focus throughout my entire professional career as a PhD Nutritionist has always stressed the importance of both diet and exercise. I have been a strong advocate for taking charge of our own health and fitness through lifestyle habits. To me, your TrekDesk offers a realistic way to provide the missing link for incorporating exercise into the normal day’s routine. After 5-8 hours on the treadmill at work I can choose whether or not to add additional exercise to my total expenditure for the day. How nice to now have a choice rather than feeling so badly about doing nothing post work after sitting in a chair all day. My health is quite good but I definitely need to lose weight and lower my cholesterol and blood pressure. The last 12 years have been spent at a desk with very little opportunity to be active. Now, I no longer have an excuse!”

M. R., a corporate nurse in Indiana practices what she preaches to employees bringing her TrekDesk into the office. “My goal is ultimately 5 miles a day which would be 100 miles in a month and 1,200 miles in a year. There are large companies that offer treadmill desks to their employees with the hope that they will be healthier and not have as many insurance claims. The companies will benefit and the employees will benefit,” I really believe that this will continue to grow,” she stated in an interview with the Herald Argus.

Dr. Michael Roizen (YouDoc partner of Doctor Oz) of the Cleveland Clinic actually has a TrekDesk at work and at his personal residence. “Love the chance to walk at breaks and do conference calls while walking with my TrekDesk Treadmill desk…—really an easy way to get healthy and try to lose 10 (lbs) while also trying to quit diet sodas,” he stated in an online interview.

Designed to fit any existing treadmill, TrekDesk is an affordable, full sized workstation that allows individuals the opportunity to gain the necessary amount of exercise daily to maintain health, prevent disease, strengthen muscles, boost mood and productivity, without requiring additional time during the day or extra motivation.

TrekDesk is currently available for sale online at TrekDesk.com for $479.00 including free shipping.

Join the TrekDesk “Movement Revolution” to learn more on TrekDesk’s Facebook page.

Recorders.com Predicts Dragon® Medical Practice Edition Will…

Medicalread Staff — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 16:21:02 +0000

Recorders.com Predicts Dragon® Medical Practice Edition Will Radically Enhance Use of Speech Recognition Technology

Newest Dragon is “amazing” advance in medical transcription software

Austin, TX (PRWEB) September 27, 2011

After months of intense anticipation and preparation, Recorders.com is unveiling Dragon® Medical Practice Edition, a state-of-the-art speech recognition product manufactured by Nuance, which may be the most revolutionary and industry-changing software to hit the market in many years. Recorders.com is an Elite Dragon Medical Partner, and the leading supplier of digital dictation equipment in the US.

If you are a healthcare professional and, like Recorders.com, you have followed the progression of this software since it first came on the scene in 1999, you will not be disappointed with Dragon Medical Practice Edition. As Recorders.com President Krish Michaels points out, “users won’t be asking ‘what can this software do?’ but what can’t it do?”

“This Dragon software is so advanced, not only does it recognize you as a healthcare provider, but it can drill down to your specialty, adapt to your dictation style, recognize your applications and even help ensure your connected devices are working properly for optimal performance,” says Ms. Michaels. Recorders.com expertise in this arena and commitment to client service are illustrated by its successful deployment of thousands of licenses in the healthcare industry, which spans over 200 application environments including Microsoft Word, to countless document management and EMR systems.

So what does Dragon Medical Practice Edition (Item#: A709A-X00-11.0) deliver that is certain to have healthcare professionals who use speech recognition technology so excited? To start with, its speech recognition engine is 15% more accurate than Dragon Medical 10, and it has an overall accuracy of 99%. But the Dragon Medical Practice Edition enhancements go far beyond accurate dictation. The commitment to creating “an experience” through user feedback can be seen in the enhancements to usability. This 11th official release of Dragon Medical has a definite ‘wow’ factor, and initial testers have described the software as “engaging” and
“intuitive.”

Like no other software of its kind, Dragon Medical Practice Edition includes vocabularies covering nearly 60 medical specialties and subspecialties, is easier to navigate, and has a significantly improved ‘correction’ function. The software was designed to be easily paired with more hardware and third-party applications, and includes new ‘smart’ configuration tools that can detect hardware that easily integrates with it, such as using the Dragon Medical Practice Edition with PowerMic II (Item#: A709A-X97-11.0).

If a microphone is connected and offers poor audio input, the software automatically detects the issue to ensure the user has the best possible audio input. The application features a sidebar for enhanced navigation in all programs, opening up the ability to work easily in the programs a user chooses.

“When I dictate, even if I mumble it gets it right. It’s almost like it knows what I am about to say before I do,” says Michaels. “I’m just waiting for the day when I ask Dragon, ‘what do I want for dinner,’ and it responds with the right answer.”

The introduction of Dragon Medical Practice Edition is considered by Michaels and her team at Recorders.com, as well as other industry leaders, to be a significant advancement for the business of healthcare information management. It is anticipated that it will accelerate the adoption of EHR (electronic health records), improve clinician satisfaction and result in higher quality patient notes.

Ms. Michaels adds that she and her team recognized the significant potential of Dragon’s concept when it originated as the first “continuous-speech dictation software,” and they have seen the technology evolve over their years of experience in this industry. The concept of allowing medical professionals to speak naturally just as they would in a conversation and to see their words immediately documented on the screen was a major technological breakthrough. Dragon Medical Practice Edition takes it so many steps further.

“Recorders.com is thrilled to offer Dragon Medical Practice Edition to our longstanding as well as new clients,” says Ms. Michaels. “This software has outstanding capabilities and is a pleasure to use. We look forward to supporting all of our clients and making sure that the software they get from us provides the most productive user experience possible.”

For a complete list of the features unique to Dragon Medical Practice Edition and Dragon Medical Practice Edition Upgrade (Item#: A789A-RC8-11.0), and to learn more about other Recorders.com products and services, visit http://www.recorders.com.

Scientists Plan Human Trials of the Blueberry Molecule, Pterostilbene

Medicalread Staff — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 16:21:02 +0000

Scientists Plan Human Trials of the Blueberry Molecule, Pterostilbene

Biotivia have launched a 99% pure pterostilbene supplement called PteroActiv which will be used in human clinical trials that are exploring ways to prevent the diseases associated with aging and obesity.

New York City, N.Y (PRWEB) September 02, 2011

Biotivia scientists announced today that the firm is making available a highly purified form of a molecule found in blueberries to the medical research community. The compound, called Pterostilbene, has shown remarkable potential to prevent and treat many of the diseases associated with aging and obesity.

Biotivia’s PteroActiv is 99% pure pterostilbene. It was created to meet the rigorous requirements of medical researchers doing human clinical trials. It is a proven safe and healthful compound, and is also available to the general public as a dietary supplement.

The United Stated Department of Agriculture Research scientist stated “The more we study Pterostilbene, the more we see its huge potential in the human health field.

Biotivia has achieved substantial savings in the production cost of pterostilbene through its development of an advanced proprietary processing technology. This breakthrough will make pterostilbene much more affordable to researchers and other buyers.

Scientists now have an economical source of the purified molecule in capsule form. With the cost reduction and purity of PteroActivit will now be feasible to undertake large scale human clinical trials of this remarkable blueberry molecule.

Biotivia is presently in discussions with a substantial number of medical schools and research institutions regarding the use of PteroActiv in clinical trials on diabetes, cognitive impairment, cholesterol management, and other conditions arising from obesity, aging and diet.

A spokesman for the company stated, “We would not be surprised to see health benefits identified in these trials which exceed those obtained from resveratrol. One advantage of pterostilbene is that the molecule remains active in blood plasma far longer than resveratroland appears to strongly up regulate certain process that resveratrol only weakly affects. Certain other biological processes are enhanced more strongly by resveratrol so the ideal health strategy is probably to take both of these compounds together.

Biotivia’s related product, Transmax, which is a purified form of the molecule called resveratrol found in grape skins, is already being used in human clinical trials at university major medical schools in the US, Canada, Europe, and Asia.

Results from these studies have been extremely positive and many of these clinical trials have progressed to the second stage with larger subject populations and extended time frames.

Biotivia is the leading pterostilbene supplier to the nutraceutical and functional foods industries and produces two pterostilbene supplements, PteroMaxand PteroActiv.

The company was founded in Vienna Austria in 1994 and operates offices in New York, Los Angeles, Kansas City, Verona Italy, Palma Spain, Munich Germany, London, Singapore, China, and Taiwan. For futher information or inquiries contact Biotivia at info(at)biotivia(dot)com.

Lifestyle Health Systems, Provider of Home Health Monitoring Devices,…

Medicalread Staff — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 16:21:02 +0000

Lifestyle Health Systems, Provider of Home Health Monitoring Devices, Featured in The Boston Globe's Living Longer, Living Better Series

The explosion in health and wellness technology has greatly expanded the options for aging at home, maintaining independence and quality of life. Home monitoring is an affordable, easily integrated option for individuals and caregivers.

Boston, MA (PRWEB) September 08, 2011

Lifestyle Health Systems was featured in The Boston Globe’s article “Gadgets on Guard: monitoring devices help elderly maintain their independence” examining how home monitoring devices have expanded the options for aging residents wishing to remain independent and manage their health.

“Home health monitoring devices are an inexpensive way to monitor daily activity, manage chronic disease, track progress after surgery or rehab, relieve the burden on family caregivers, and provide loved ones near or far with peace of mind.”

“By incorporating in-home monitoring into your overall care, you can, not only improve your health, but also avoid crisis and possible hospitalization, ” according to Lifestyle Health Systems’ President, Bruce Martin.

About Lifestyle Health Systems:

Lifestyle Health Systems offers a comprehensive portfolio of monitoring solutions for individuals, families and professionals. Their solutions are mobile, affordable and easily integrated into an individual’s lifestyle to promote independence, health, wellness and safety.

For more information about Lifestyle Health Systems, contact us today.

Media Contact: Bruce Martin | (978) 219-9870

DTx Inc. Announces Promotions of Two Senior Executives – Dan Butler…

Medicalread Staff — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 16:21:02 +0000

DTx Inc. Announces Promotions of Two Senior Executives – Dan Butler and Mitzie Norman

Promotions will lead efforts of continuing DTx’s rapid growth in 2011

Melbourne, Florida (PRWEB) June 14, 2011

DTx Inc., an Original Design Manufacturer (ODM) located in Melbourne, Florida, proudly announced that as of June 1st, 2011, senior executives Dan Butler and Mitzie Norman have both been promoted; Dan Butler to the position of Vice President of Engineering and Mitzie Norman to the position of Director of Finance & Administration.

Dan Butler joined DTx in September 1991 as DTx’s original technical expert. He has had a critical role in nearly every major product introduction from the very first AMI based solution for Coulter Corporation to the recent Siemens and MTS wins. Dan brings a broad set of experiences and expertise to his new role. “DTx has been a great company to have been a part of since we were a startup in 1991. We have an excellent team focused on continued growth and I look forward to working with the engineering organization to contribute to its success,” said Butler. Dan has a B.S. in mechanical engineering from the University of Missouri and an MBA from University of Florida.

Mitzie Norman has been with DTx since 1998 and is responsible for accounting, human resources, facilities, and a host of other key functions. “I have worked for many companies in my career but none compare to DTx with its superior management team and committed staff,” said Norman. “Mitzie is our ‘go to’ person at DTx when it comes to addressing challenges with data integrity for the business transactions within our ERP system. Mitzie commits tremendous effort to DTx’s success and is always willing to go the extra mile to help the DTX team,” according to Art Schmitt, President and CEO of DTx Inc.

“DTx is fortunate to have such experienced and dedicated executives on our management team. Dan and Mitzie exemplify the core values, hard work and commitment that have contributed to our success over the last 20 years,” said Schmitt.

About DTx Inc.: Since 1991, DTx has been recognized as the authority on highly reliable embedded computing systems and advanced display solutions. As an Original Design Manufacturer (ODM), we provide engineering, manufacturing and supply chain management services to OEMs in the medical device, industrial automation and defense industries. We deliver value through product design and innovation, life cycle management, logistics and post warranty support for processor-based technologies. Our end-to-end solutions enable OEMs to focus on their core competencies.

Moviemakers Discover iCRco’s Full-Spine Imaging System – See It at…

Medicalread Staff — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:21:03 +0000

Moviemakers Discover iCRco’s Full-Spine Imaging System – See It at RSNA!

One of next summer’s blockbuster movies will feature iCRco’s iDR Long BoneTM technology in its storyline. The iDR Long Bone was selected by the film’s creators because it is the only digital radiography solution capable of both regional scanning and full-spine imaging studies.

Irvine, CA (PRWEB) November 27, 2011

“At 17×51, the iDR Long Bone has the largest image capture area on the market,” said iCRco Director of Strategic Marketing and Business Development Jared K. Houk. “Our single-exposure long bone radiography system utilizes needle-phosphor technology for high-resolution, low dose images.” Because iDR Long Bone utilizes only a single image, it eliminates the need for multiple exposures and the image-stitching software required to link them together.

The iDR Long Bone system works by sending image information from the detector plate directly to a scan processor. Its wall-mounted, moving scan head enables the device to take the full image in a single shot.

Unique applications for iDR Long Bone technology include neck and chest, full torso, full leg and full spine imaging, as well as scoliosis evaluation for pediatric cases.

“iDR Long Bone is a versatile application,” said Houk. “It is not only more efficient than the conventional methods used to scan the same areas, but it is a low-dose process, and that is something that we’re all very conscious of these days.”

Visitors to the iCRco booth at RSNA 2011 can learn the name of the movie in which the iDR Long Bone will appear.

About iCRco

Founded in 1990 by Stephen Neushul, iCRco has introduced several innovative technologies with its direct digital radiography, computed radiography, film digitizer and PACS product lines. In 2002, iCRco introduced the first computed radiography machine to have True Flat Scan Path™ technology. Today, iCRco continues to lead its medical imaging categories through the development of innovative digital x-ray imaging solutions, including a complete suite of x-ray imaging hardware, PACS, imaging software and integrated solutions for the medical, chiropractic, dental, veterinary and non-destructive testing markets.

iCRco is proud to be the choice of United States Military for portable digital imaging and received straight A’s in all fields in the 2009 KLAS Medical Imaging Buyer’s Guide.

For more information, contact Hydee Ong, iCRco Marketing Manager at (310) 921-9559 x224 or at hong(at)icrcompany(dot)com. 2011 RSNA attendees may also see the iCRco products and services at booth 5622.