American Association of Physician Specialties, Inc. (AAPS) Officers Set for 2010-11.

Singapore has emerged as a top regional eye specialist center for advanced corneal transplant and implant procedures. With success rates topping 90 percent across a range of complex surgeries, the country also serves as a training hub for eye surgeon worldwide Singapore April 9, 2010 -- The Singapore National Eye Centre (SNEC) is the first and only specialist eye centre outside of Japan in Asia to offer a number of innovative yet extremely effective eye surgeries.

Centegra Health System and Gavers Community Cancer Foundation Join Forces Crystal Lake April 8, 2010 -- Centegra Health System is proud to announce McHenry County’s only patient-centered program that will provide a coordinated, interdisciplinary, high-quality continuum of care for women’s breast care needs, thanks to a $500,000 donation from the Gavers Community Cancer Foundation.

Sanford also Receives Re-verification as Adult Trauma Center Sioux Falls, SD April 7, 2010 -- The American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma announced this week an exclusive achievement for Sanford USD Medical Center, verifying it as a Level II Pediatric Trauma Center – the first and only one in the region. This is a wonderful step forward for the care of the pediatric trauma patient in our region.

Bariatric surgeons Terive Duperier, MD, and Michael Seger, MD help patients achieve weight loss goals through a variety of bariatric surgery procedures at the Bariatric Medical Institute of Texas April 7, 2010 -- The Bariatric Medical Institute of Texas (BMI of Texas), which specializes in a variety of weight loss surgery procedures in Texas, today announced its schedule of upcoming seminars for people considering bariatric surgery.

The Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES) recently published a Statement on the Relationship Between Professional Medical Associations (PMAs) and Industry in the April issue of Surgical Endoscopy, its official journal. Los Angeles, CA April 4, 2010 -- The Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES) recently published a Statement on the Relationship Between Professional Medical Associations (PMAs) and Industry (1) in the April issue of Surgical Endoscopy, its official journal.

Dr. Khanna wants to thank readers of Ventura County Star newspaper for selecting him as the best LASIK surgeon second year in a row.Repeatedly selected as the best Lasik surgeon by popular choice is an endorsement deal that is priceless April 2, 2010 -- Repeat is sure sweet. Dr. Khanna and The Khanna Institute of Lasik & Refractive Surgery are proud to announce that they have once again been selected as best LASIK surgeon by the readers of the Ventura County Star.

Dr. James Rellas, M.D. gains Certification Board of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (CBCCT) from the Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (SCCT). Dallas, TX April 2, 2010 -- HeartFirst announces the certification of Cardiologist, Dr. James Rellas. He gained the Certification Board of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (CBCCT) from the Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (SCCT).

Medicare rates are already set below cost. If the planned 41% cut in Medicare rates takes place, the possibility of a “doctor strike” – where physicians opt out of Medicare – becomes very real. In an effort to help both physicians and patients, one pioneering company has addressed the issues that drive up costs head on. MediBid.com empowers doctors to set prices based on free market forces and patients to purchase healthcare across state lines and international boundaries.

New York Plastic Surgeon, Henry M. Spinelli, MD, P.C., F.A.C.S., has been named Editor-in-Chief of the prestigious medical journal Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Dr. Spinelli, a renowned Manhattan-based plastic surgeon, ophthalmologist and medical educator, recently assumed his duties as Editor-in-Chief. New York, NY April 1, 2010 -- Henry M. Spinelli, MD, P.C., F.A.C.S., has been named Editor-in-Chief of the prestigious medical journal Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.

Medical transcription services provider and electronic health record systems company, MxSecure, Inc., today announced its relocation to a new, modern facility that positions the company for future growth. The state-of-the-art building is located at 17550 N. Perimeter Dr., Suite 250, Scottsdale, AZ 85255, adjacent to MxSecure's secure data center. Scottsdale, AZ March 31, 2010 -- Medical transcription services provider and electronic health record systems company, MxSecure, Inc.

Midbrook Inc., the Jackson, MI based manufacturer of medical decontamination systems, industrial parts washing systems, and water bottling systems has met the Novation Supplier Diversity Program requirements and is now listed as a Novation registered minority business. March 31, 2010 -- Midbrook Inc.

Historic Medical Malpractice Insurance Rates for all 50 States, 2000-Present.“Tort reform can play a very significant role in how expensive it is for a physician to practice.....like Texas did in 2003, medical liability insurance rates can drop by as much as 40%.." Chicago March 30, 2010 -- As the United States' health reform debate winds to its legislative conclusion, one thing has become self-evident: our current system of healthcare is bloated and mired in complexity.

New Free Webinars Announced From ERISAclaim.com To Discuss The Latest And The First Federal Court Ruling On March 18, 2010 That A PPO Participating Provider's Lawsuit Against Anthem BCBS, For The Alleged Wrongful Overpayment Recoupment and Even Withholding From Different Patients, Is Completely Governed By Federal Law, ERISA, Rather Than PPO Contracts And State Laws.

Sinus Dynamics introduces Medicated Nasal Irrigation for Topical Treatment of Chronic and Acute Sinusitis and Rhinitis now availableTopical medicated Nebulized and nasal irrigation Westlake Village, CA March 28, 2010 -- Sinus Dynamics, located in Westlake Village, California is pleased to introduce topical medicated nasal irrigation treatment for patients who suffer from upper respiratory inflammation and infection.

GIA announces the release of a comprehensive global report on coatings for medical devices. The world market for coatings for medical devices is projected to exceed $7.5 billion by the year 2015. This is primarily driven by a rapid rise in the incidence of hospital-acquired infections caused by bacterial contamination of medical devices. Other major market drivers include emphasis on reduced hospital stays, increasing awareness of benefits of coated medical devices, and an increase in joint replacement surgeries.

George Brakatselos, senior consultant in dental marketing services and expert author, explains in an upcoming newsletter how dentists can have an effective dental practice marketing plan by optimizing their internet presence. New York, NY March 23, 2010 -- George Brakatselos, senior consultant in dental marketing services and expert author, will introduce a step-by-step guide on using the internet effectively in a marketing plan for new patients. The guide will appear in his upcoming complimentary medical practice marketing newsletter.

Goldilocks Anesthesia Foundation warns about avoiding dementia after anesthesia. Especially for patients over 50, anesthesia over medication is a serious public health risk when anesthesia is given without a brain monitor. The American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) remains focused on the 0.1% issue of 'awareness.' The 'red herring' public disinformation campaign is why Goldilocks Anesthesia Foundation claims the ASA has 'fouled out' during March Madness.

For patients, a simple question can make a major difference in the outcome of a hospitalization, says Schwartzapfel, a personal injury lawyer with Schwartzapfel Partners in NY. New York, NY March 20, 2010 -- New York attorney Steven J. Schwartzapfel, an advocate for proper medical care, has urged patients and health care facilities to follow several measures recently recommended by an expert on hospital safety. New York Attorney Steven J. SchwartzapfelDr.

John Pile-Spellman, M.D., F.A.C.R., an international leader in interventional neuroradiology, has joined Long Island-based Neurological Surgery, P.C. (NSPC). Rockville Centre, NY March 18, 2010 -- John Pile-Spellman, M.D., F.A.C.R., an international leader in interventional neuroradiology, has joined Long Island-based Neurological Surgery, P.C. (NSPC). NSPC is one of the Northeast’s largest and most comprehensive multiple-subspecialty neurosurgery private practices.

Voyant Health unveiled OrthoWeb, Version 1.5, at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS). OrthoWeb has been completely rebuilt using cloud technology from providers such as Salesforce and Amazon. Columbia, MD March 18, 2010 -- Voyant Health unveiled OrthoWeb, Version 1.5, at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS). OrthoWeb has been completely rebuilt using cloud technology from providers such as Salesforce and Amazon.