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Big Sandy –April 20, 2015 – A.C. Grace Company today announced the introduction of a newly enhance formulation of UNIQUE E® NATURAL MOISTURIZING CREAM – formulated for enhanced skin penetration and extended time release provides lasting moisturizing effects, keeping the skin soft, supple, and smooth feeling all day. Its skin-nourishing properties are intensive enough for use as a night cream, while its texture is light enough for use during the day and under makeup.

According to Scott Smith, Director of Marketing & Operations for the company, “Vitamin E as natural, unesterified tocopherols plus tocotrienols provides strong antioxidant protection, reduces damage from UV radiation and photoaging and helps delay skin aging and wrinkles. In combination with vitamins A and D₃ it supports skin health and wellness in addition to the anti-aging benefits.”

The company’s research and development team formulated this product based on emerging research which showed conclusively that the complete family of natural tocopherols and tocotrienols penetrate the skin faster and provide a wider spectrum of benefits that the esterified form of alpha-tocopherol used in most products. The unique vitamin E formulation in this cream is particularly rich in gamma tocopherol, which fights harmful free radicals from environmental pollutants and oxidative stress, and tocotrienols which provide powerful protection against radiation damage. The formulation includes grape seed oil, shea and cocoa butter, ethyl macadamiate and others in support of enhanced skin penetration and extended action.

The company’s goal was to enhance the formulation of UNIQUE E® Natural Moisturizing Cream to work more synergistically with their line of vitamin E-based dietary supplements to provide an inside-out approach to managing whole health goals including dermal cell protection. This superior cream is now at the higher quality level as their well-recognized clinical topical, UNIQUE Derma®, and will provide powerful anti-oxidant, moisturizing and anti-aging benefits.

PALMYRA, Wis.—June 16, 2015—Cultivate by Standard Process today announced Flambeau Inc. is the latest company to engage its on-site, chiropractic-led corporate wellness services. Cultivate has started to deploy its first-of-its-kind wellness approach at Flambeau’s Baraboo, Wis., facility.

“Flambeau has had its own clinic for over two years and the addition of Cultivate will add another level of service for our associates,” says Mark Rieland, Flambeau Director of HR. “We are excited about the cooperative effort to reduce work-related injuries as well as providing nutritional counseling and chiropractic care.”

Cultivate’s on-site chiropractic-centered wellness model delivers statistically- and clinically-significant differences in employee health factors and the reduction of long-term health risks, according to the Medical College of Wisconsin and UW-Milwaukee School of Public Health.

These conclusions derive from 10 years of employee data at Cultivate’s parent company, Standard Process, which engaged the Cultivate on-site chiropractic-led wellness program. Participant blood pressure, nutrition and stress levels improved along with better body mass index, cholesterol and triglyceride levels.

Initially, roughly one-third of the Standard Process employee base voluntarily participated in the Cultivate on-site chiropractic-led corporate wellness program. Currently 97 percent of Standard Process employees participate in the Cultivate on-site wellness program. The following Standard Process results, resulting from Cultivate’s approach to corporate wellness, show meaningful factors to improving top- and bottom-line performance.

• 55% reduction in healthcare costs
• 24% reduction in short-term disability claims
• 18% reduction in spousal healthcare costs
• 60% reduction in employee turnover

“We’ve seen firsthand the impact that dedicated, trained chiropractors can have being on-site as a truly integrated part of an organization’s overall wellness program,” Cultivate President Jerry Curtin says. “We offer corporations statistical proof that our corporate wellness model—partnered with key corporate functions in HR, finance and operations—delivers sustained improvement to employee health factors.”

About Cultivate by Standard Process
Cultivate is the first company of its kind that incorporates an on-site chiropractic professional with nutritional expertise as part of an organization’s wellness offering. This expert serves as the central resource to provide key elements of an effective wellness program, including chiropractic care, fitness consulting, nutritional guidance, and ongoing health education curricula. Cultivate works to assess and then deliver scalable wellness solutions to impact individual employees and the overall company using onsite chiropractic as a central component of the program. To learn more, visit www.cultivateonsite.com

About Flambeau Inc.
Flambeau, Inc. is a multi-divisional manufacturer of injection molded and blow molded plastic products, operating in 8 locations across the US, Europe, and Mexico. Flambeau is a privately owned and family oriented company that lives by its core values of Family, Integrity, Leadership, Teamwork, Knowledge, and Excellence. Flambeau’s product mix includes; plastic toys, containers for hobbyist and hardware applications, component parts for industrial, agricultural equipment and electronic markets, Tier one automotive HVAC components and fluid systems, and a variety of outdoor products for sports enthusiasts worldwide.

Seneca Falls: A number of New York Chiropractic College employees recently gathered at The Gould Hotel in Seneca Falls for a luncheon to honor current members of the faculty, staff, and administration who have dedicated 10, 15, 20, 25, and yes, even 35 years of service to the College.

This marked the 15^th such event for the College; the first took place in 2001, when Human Resources Manager Christine McDermott approached NYCC President Dr. Frank J. Nicchi with the idea of publicly recognizing the contributions and service of long-term employees. Honorees are treated to lunch, during which their contributions are noted, and presented with a gift in thanks for their years of service to the College. Those recognized are then further honored by being given the remainder of the day off.

NYCC has been named by the Chronicle of Higher Education as a “Great College to Work For” for the past six years. Dr. Nicchi noted that this distinction is borne out by the number of people who remain employed by the College for many years. According to McDermott, there are approximately 17 current employees who have been with NYCC since 1990. In fact, some who recently retired (or are nearing retirement) accumulated between 20 and 40 years at NYCC. “It really says something about the feeling of family at NYCC,” said Nicchi.

Dr. Nicchi was honored at this year’s luncheon for his 35 years of service to the College, acting as a member of the faculty, Dean of the Postgraduate Department in Levittown, on Long Island, and then moving upstate to Seneca Falls and taking on the presidency of the College in 2000. “It’s never been about location,” he explained, “It’s always been about the people.”

Others honored at this year’s event were: (10 years) Terry Baity, Rosa Cona, Anita Cowles, Patricia Kaska-Caver, Dr. William Lauretti, Joan Lynch, Kimberly McCrea, Karen Quest, and Jennifer vonHahmann; (15 years) Jannette Elster, Carol Faivre, Melodie Loughney, Katherine Maine-Radka, Dianna Marechaux, Jeanne McCann, Scott Rogers, and Joan Tyler; (20 years) Cynthia Anderson, Victoria Baroody, Dr. Lisa Bloom, Dr. Fiona Jarrett-Thelwell, Dr. Chithambaram Philomin, Dr. Raj Philomin, Katherine Robson, Barbara Thomas, and Margaret VanKirk; and (25 years) Kathryn Albanese, Roger Kreiss, Timothy Millis, William Wayne, and Diane Zink.

Akron, Ohio–June 19, 2015–Performance Health, a leader in rehabilitation, fitness and wellness products, today announced the relaunch of PerformanceHealthAcademy.com, formerly TheraBandAcademy.com. This free and enhanced US-audience site provides users with improved functionality and enhanced features. In addition to focusing on TheraBand, the Academy will now begin to offer resources for Performance Health’s growing portfolio of interconnected brands, including Active Ankle® braces, Biofreeze® pain reliever, Bon Vital’® massage topicals, Cramer® sports medicine, and Thera°Pearl® hot/cold wraps. To avoid confusion, the website will reference both Performance Health Academy and TheraBand Academy during the transition.

 

The Academy website is a unique resource that connects healthcare professionals and consumers to the ever growing body of knowledge on exercise, research, and techniques related to Performance Health products. Registration is free and, in addition to our new content, the site continues to provide access to the largest database of TheraBand exercises, protocols, research and education in the world.

“The Academy warehouses the evidence to support clinically-proven Performance Health products. The site’s content, which is provided and reviewed by healthcare professionals and researchers, adds value to the patient/healthcare provider relationship and encourages connectivity and communication,” stated Phil Page, PhD, PT, ATC, CSCS, FACSM, Global Director of Clinical Education and Research for Performance Health. “In addition to accessing research, professionals can use the site to create customized exercise programs that can be printed or emailed to their patients and clients. With almost 2,000 references and over 800 exercises available, there is truly not another resource like this.”

PerformanceHealthAcademy.com has been enhanced as outlined below. You can watch a demonstration video at www.performancehealthacademy.com

• By adding a functional activity drop-down menu (called ‘Function’) to the exercise search tool, users can more easily locate an exercise by searching common movements.

• By adding a Techniques tab to the home page, users can easily find clinical techniques, such as those for kinesiology tape.

• By including techniques to the exercise program building and printing capability, patients now have a fuller set of tools and instructions to take home.

• By adding an Evidence Based Practice search category to the research tab, users can filter for specific research that supports the use of Performance Health products.

ROANOKE, Virginia — Foot Levelers is proud to announce the addition of two new Chiropractic professionals to the list of speakers on its 2015 Fall Seminar series schedule. Dr. Alicia Yochum and Dr. Patrick Kennedy have been added to the Foot Levelers speaker lineup and will both begin traveling for the functional orthotics company in September.

Dr. Alicia Yochum is currently a Diagnostic Imaging Resident at Logan College of Chiropractic, having served the role for over three years. Yochum holds a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Logan and is also a Registered Nurse, having earned a Bachelor’s of Science degree from Point Loma Nazarene University. Yochum has extensive experience on the Chiropractic lecture circuit, having focused on Radiology with her father Dr. Terry Yochum.

Dr. Patrick Kennedy has owned his own Chiropractic clinic since 1991. He and his wife started their practice after they both graduated from Texas Chiropractic College. Kennedy, an expert on Nutrition, is also a 1986 graduate of the University of Florida, where he was a nine-time All-American swimmer and eighth-place finisher in the 200-meter butterfly at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics.

Yochum and Kennedy join a group of Foot Levelers speaks that already includes Dr. Kevin Wong, Dr. Brian Jensen, Dr. Mark Charrette, and Dr. Tim Maggs. Rejoining the Foot Levelers lineup in fall of 2015 are Drs. Kelle Plotner and Mitch Mally.

The complete Foot Levelers 2015 Fall Seminar series schedule, along with topics, dates and locations will be released in the near future. Foot Levelers has once again partnered with several Chiropractic colleges to offer 12 Continuing Education Units for each of the fall events.

Foot Levelers, Inc.

Foot Levelers, Inc., the world’s exclusive provider of individually designed functional orthotics and other therapeutic products, has been serving healthcare professionals for over 63 years. Foot Levelers supports every step patients take to enjoy fuller and happier lives at work, home, or play. 

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George B. Curry, DC, DACS, FICA, LCP (hon) recently stepped forward to serve as the 18th President of the International Chiropractors Association (ICA). A 1982 graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa, Dr. Curry was sworn into office by Dr. Selina Sigafoose-Jackson, ICA Secretary-Treasurer, on May 1, 2015 at the 89th ICA Annual Meeting held in Atlanta, Georgia.

 

Dr. Curry brings an impressive range of organizational and management skills, political insights and clinical experience to his new leadership position with ICA, including active roles in his local and professional communities and also a profound commitment to service. He has energetically contributed to the growth and leadership of the Connecticut Chiropractic Council (CCC), most recently holding the position of Chairman of the Board. Committed to professional development and education in chiropractic, he has served as an Extended Faulty member for Palmer College, Logan College, Life University and The University of Bridgeport Chiropractic College. 

 

Dr. Curry stated in his inaugural comments to the ICA leadership at its 2015 Annual Meeting that: 

 

In addition to his private practice, Dr. Curry has also served outside the US, performing Chiropractic Mission work in Poland. He is active in patient and public education including regular appearances as a syndicated television host for “Today’s Health”. Dr. Curry has provided chiropractic care to many professional athletes and entertainers and has served as a team chiropractor for multiple professional teams including basketball and football. 

 

Repeatedly acknowledged for his extensive contributions to the profession and his record of dedicated service, Dr. Curry’s many recognitions include being honored as ICA Representative Assemblyman of the Year in 1997, as Chiropractor of the Year by the Connecticut Chiropractic Council in 2000, and with the ICA Leadership and Services Award in 2013. Dr. Curry’s professional affiliations include recognition as a Distinguished Fellow of the ICA and receiving the FICA Dedicated Service Award in 2010, as well as being inducted as a Fellow in the prestigious Palmer College Academy in 2009. 

 

Kareo, the leading provider of cloud-based medical office software for independent medical practices, today announced it has entered into a strategic partnership with Medicfusion, a provider of electronic health record (EHR) software solutions built specifically for chiropractors, by chiropractors. 

Medicfusion’s chiropractic-focused EHR will integrate with Kareo’s suite of billing and practice management (PM) solutions to help chiropractic offices optimize workflow and improve billing processes. 

“We are excited to partner with Medicfusion as we expand our offerings to the chiropractic space,” said Dan Rodrigues, founder and CEO of Kareo. “Chiropractic offices are increasingly moving to concierge or cash-only models of care due to the complexities associated with submitting insurance claims and increasing regulatory mandates. However, with an integrated PM and billing solution, chiropractors will have the tools they need to run an agile practice that is able to efficiently serve both insurance and cash-based patients.”

Through this partnership, Medicfusion’s customers will gain access to key functionalities from Kareo including automated patient scheduling, appointment reminders, secure messaging, insurance eligibility checks, enhanced claims submissions, customized patient encounter forms and online payment services.

“There is a significant need for an integrated solution that can handle not only the clinical aspects of an office, but also meets a chiropractor’s unique administrative and financial demands,” said Dean Rottinghaus, DC; Founder of Medicfusion EMR. “Partnering with Kareo allows us to provide what we believe to be the most robust EHR/PM solution for chiropractors. Our integrated system will give clients the freedom to focus on care, while improving patient engagement and ensuring financial stability in a vastly evolving healthcare landscape.”

Medicfusion is the latest specialty EHR addition to Kareo Marketplace, a curated listing of cloud-based applications and value-added services to support small practices. All solutions offered in Kareo Marketplace can be seamlessly integrated with and build upon Kareo’s medical office software platform. Marketplace currently provides a selection of EHR partners that cover the unique requirements of more than 15 medical specialties.  

Kareo is the only cloud-based medical office software and services platform purpose-built for small practices. At Kareo, we believe that, with the right tools and support, small practices can do big things. We offer an integrated solution of products and services designed to help physicians get paid faster, run their business smarter, and provide better care. Our practice management software, billing services, and free, award-winning fully certified EHR help more than 30,000 medical providers more efficiently manage the business and clinical sides of their practice. Kareo has received extensive industry recognition, including the Deloitte Technology Fast 500, Inc. 500/5000, Forbes Top 100 Most Promising Companies, and Black Book #1 Integrated EHR, Practice Management and Billing Vendor. Headquartered in Irvine, California, the Kareo mission is to help providers spend their time focused on patients, not paperwork. For more information, visit www.kareo.com.

Medicfusion, a subsidiary of VSS Medical Technologies, Inc. is a certified EHR for Chiropractors. Since its inception in 2002, Medicfusion has been focused on providing a certified EHR to professionals seeking an easy-to-use paperless system with superior customer support. Medicfusion has an extensive range of features including: automated workflows, patient web portal, electronic prescribing, electronic payments, clinical documentation (SOAP notes), comprehensive reporting, online training resources, etc. To learn more about Medicfusion, please visit www.Medicfusion.com.

VSS is a healthcare company that invests in leading edge healthcare technologies. VSS has a growing install base across North America and offers a growing number of specialty applications, enterprise solutions and professional services. VSS caters to the unique needs of specialty practitioners and invests in strong, complementary healthcare software applications and technology solutions.

Berkeley, California (May 8, 2015) – More than a dozen chiropractors representing the American Chiropractic Association Sports Council (ACASC) recently attended to the medical needs of nearly 600 athletes participating in the 40th National Collegiate Taekwondo Championships held from April 4 – 5 at the University of Delaware in Newark, Del. Hosted by the National Collegiate Taekwondo Association (NCTA), this highly-prestigious event serves as a qualifier for the 2015 USA Taekwondo National Championships and the 2015 U.S. National Collegiate Taekwondo Team, which will represent the nation at the Summer World University Games (SWUG) in Gwangju, Korea this summer.

“These are superb athletes fighting with great intensity in an attempt to rise to the next level of national and then international competition,” says NCTA Medical Director Dr. Sherri LaShomb, who is also the former president of  the American Chiropractic Association Sports Council (ACASC). “The potential for serious injury is always there. Head trauma, concussions, fractures, contusions and sprains are common. Our doctors oversaw the care of these participants while in the midst of competition. This involved treating injuries as well as determining the ability to physically continue matches once the referees asked for an expert medical opinion. This is an incredibly important medical evaluation, especially for an athlete hoping one day to participate on the world stage.

“That’s why the NCTA asked us to participate. Everyone on our team has extensive sports medicine experience having worked everything from the Olympics and Olympic trials to national and international championships in a variety of sports. Plus, we are trained to quickly and accurately evaluate the athlete and then provide care that ranges from chiropractic adjustments to the treatment of soft tissue injuries and first aid care.”

During the two-day event, many of the chiropractors stationed as mat doctors providing medical attention to the more than 500 participants competing on eight separate mats throughout the Championships. Under tournament rules, referees are required to stop the match and request the medical opinion of the attending mat doctor after an injury occurs. It is then the responsibility of the professional to evaluate, stabilize and determine the extent of the injury within the one-minute break.

“It’s a fast-paced environment that requires expert skills,” adds Shapiro of Old Bridge, New Jersey. “Within 60 seconds, you have to identify the severity of the problem and then decide if the contestant can continue. There is a lot at stake. Not only the immediate welfare of the athlete, but also their status on the day, which can directly affect their ranking going forward. Every decision is made based solely on the participant’s best interests. Experience is so important because the wrong call can cost the individual in so many different ways.”

Dr. Shapiro along with his chiropractic colleagues based throughout the Northeast were invited to join the official medical staff of the National Championships by Dr. LaShomb based on their long-standing sports chiropractic backgrounds . These included Dr. Len Ershow of Princeton, New Jersey; Dr. William Bonsall of Westfield, New Jersey; Dr. Marc P. Jaffe of Summit, New Jersey; Dr. Robin Linster of Doylestown, Pa.; Dr. Cheryl Lee-Pow of Rockville, Md.:  Dr. Joshua Cole of Gainesville, Va.;  Dr. R. Eric Brennan of King of Prussia, Pa.;  Dr. Kirsten Grove of Tysons, Va.;  Dr. Charlotte Fletcher of Wilmington, Del.;  Dr. Jenn Davis of Calverton, Md.; and Dr. Casha Smith of Silver Spring, Md. Others also serving on the medical staff at this year’s 40th National Collegiate Taekwondo Championships were Nurse Practitioner Nina Anderson of Wilmington, Dela.; Athletic Trainer Chelise Strickland of Newark, Dela.; and  Paramedic Linda Buell of New York, Ny.

“Attending high-level athletic events as a medical provider always accompanies a sense of accomplishment,” explains Dr. Jaffe. “Helping to ensure that the athletes participate in a safe environment, not only enhances the chances for their success, but also leaves me feeling better skilled than when I started. Working alongside so many talented and experienced doctors is always a worthwhile win-win situation.”

“These are extremely determined athletes performing at the highest intensity,” concludes Dr. Lee-Pow. “The pace is lightning fast with action that is both incredibly acrobatic and brutal. Sometimes, we were asked to attend to the needs of four mats simultaneously. You constantly had to be on your toes. But, it’s immensely rewarding to play even a small role in the development of these young athletes, many of whom will soon be on the world stage.”

In addition to organizing the medical staff for this past competition, Dr. LaShomb is also charged with compiling the medical personnel needed to support upcoming NCTA national events including the National Collegiate Taekwondo Championships . All ACASC members interested in being named to future NCTA medical staffs should contact Dr. LaShomb at [email protected].

PITTSBURGH, Pa., May 12, 2015 – Healthy aging is a hot topic today, particularly as the Baby Boomer generation enters their 50s. While attention is frequently given to strong bones and maintaining cognitive health as people age, little consideration is given to vision health. Now, three new nutritional products from Douglas Laboratories^® are available to support healthy eye function during the aging process, all utilizing the latest research.* This suite of ocular formulas includes Ultra Preventive^® Vision, Macu-Support™, and Eye Moisture Support.

“Science continues to emerge regarding the role nutrition plays in eye health,” said Dr. Stuart Richer, O.D., Ph.D., F.A.A.O., and co-developer of the new suite of vision health products for Douglas Laboratories. “We’ve utilized the latest research to create three new nutritional supplements to support healthy eye function.”*

Ultra Preventive Vision is a comprehensive multivitamin/mineral formula with phytonutrients and carotenoids specially designed to help support a healthy macula, retina, and visual performance for all ages that are affected by excess blue-light exposure and free radical damage.*

Macu-Support supplies a well-balanced spectrum of key antioxidants that are important in maintaining normal retina and macula function in the eyes. As we age, the ability of the macula to function properly can decline. The nutrients found in Macu-Support have been studied for their ability to help maintain and support macular function and health.*

Eye Moisture Support is a unique dietary supplement featuring QÜELL Fish Oil^®, organic borage seed oil, and astaxanthin, among other nutrients, for healthy production of tears and moisture in the eyes.*

“At Douglas Labs, we strive to offer a comprehensive line of nutritional supplements for healthy aging,” said Andrew Halpner Ph.D., Vice President, Product Development and Technical Services at Douglas Laboratories. “The ocular formulas that were co-developed with Dr. Richer are a great addition to our existing line of products to support vision health as we age.”*

For more information on Ultra Preventive Vision, Macu-Support, and Eye Moisture Support, please visit www.douglaslabs.com

A business unit of Atrium Innovations Inc., Douglas Laboratories, the trusted choice of thousands of healthcare professionals for over 50 years, is proudly researching, developing and manufacturing superior quality, science-based supplements that help people improve their health. Douglas Laboratories provides added insurance of multiple domestic and international GMP certifications, including ISO-9001 Certification and ISO-17025 accreditation for in-house laboratories, as well as NSF International Registration. With its headquarters located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA, Douglas Laboratories currently offers over 600 branded products distributed worldwide. For additional information, please visit www.douglaslabs.com.

PORTLAND, Ore., May 13, 2015 – University of Western States (UWS), a leader in the education of health care professionals, is proud to announce that doctor of chiropractic (DC) student Freya Moran was chosen to attend the Leadership & Education Program for Students in Integrative Medicine (LEAPS in IM). The program, a week-long event hosted by the Academic Consortium for Integrative Medicine and Health and the American Medical Student Association (AMSA) Foundation, aims to enhance the leadership skills and knowledge of future integrative medicine practitioners.

Moran, a 7th quarter student from Michigan, was chosen based on her proposal outlining an integrated medicine residency program for DC students.

“For too long there has been this curtain up in front of chiropractic but times are changing and there is a desire in more and more chiropractic students to be part of an integrated medical team after graduation,” Moran said. “I want to help take this curtain down. I think with this extended residency idea there will be more opportunities for chiropractors to learn how to talk to MDs and other practitioners on an integrated health care team in their language.”

Moran will be attending the program in Old Mission San Luis Rey in Oceanside, Calif., June 14-19. The program is limited to 30 students. As part of acceptance into the program, Moran is required to plan and execute her proposed idea of an integrated health care chiropractic residency with support from her faculty mentor and core faculty at LEAPS. As part of the program, she will be meeting with mentors to refine her concept.

Gary Schultz, DC, DACBR is one of the faculty members mentoring Moran in the process.

“The successful integration of health care resources begins with relationship building and sharing patients’ care needs between professions,” said Dr. Schultz. “This program and Ms. Moran’s ideas are a great step in accomplishing this goal. I’m pleased and humbled to be allowed to work with her on this journey.”

University of Western States provides a science-driven curriculum that delivers a solid foundation and competitive edge in preparing students for clinical practice. UWS is a regionally accredited, independent non-profit institution dedicated to improving the health of society through its educational programs, research and clinical services. Founded in 1904, the university offers a doctor of chiropractic degree program; master’s degrees in exercise and sports medicine, human nutrition and functional medicine, and diagnostic imaging; a massage therapy certificate program; approved continuing education programs for licensed health care professionals; and clinic services in five locations through Health Centers of UWS. UWS is a founding member of the Oregon Collaborative for Integrative Medicine, an organization that aims to advance integrative health care through education, research, patient care and advocacy. To learn more about University of Western States and its academic programs, go to uws.edu.