Business/Technology

Clinically Integrated Networks Can Be a "Win-Win"

Oct 10, 2019 at 09:19 pm by Staff

. By MICHAEL R. LOWE and BRIAN C. EVANDER   At its core, a Clinically Integrative Network (CIN) is a collective of health care organizations in a local or geographic r.... Read More

Florida Medical Marijuana: 89 Physicians Certified, 94,850 Patients

Oct 10, 2019 at 09:11 pm by Staff

By MICHAEL C. PATTERSON According to a new state draft report on Medical Marijuana (MMJ), Florida had 168,810 patient "certifications" for MMJ between October 1, 201.... Read More

How Technology is Helping with Healthcare Costs

Oct 03, 2019 at 03:46 pm by Staff

. By JOSEPH C. FILICE, MBA Business owners continuously struggle to keep up with the costs of healthcare in today's market. Once again healthcare costs are expected to rise.... Read More

Terminating Patient Relationships

Oct 03, 2019 at 03:35 pm by Staff

. By JULIE BRIGHTWELL, JD, RN and RICHARD CAHILL, JD   Just as it is an acceptable and reasonable practice to screen incoming patients, it is acceptable and reasonable.... Read More

Importance of Clinical, Academic and Community Partnerships

Oct 03, 2019 at 03:13 pm by Staff

. By MARGARET BRENNAN To provide the best care for a community and its residents, you cannot do things alone, or by yourself. You need to establish and grow trusted relation.... Read More

Florida- One of the Fastest Growing Medical Marijuana Programs in the USA

Sep 26, 2019 at 02:59 pm by Staff

. By MICHAEL C. PATTERSON The U.S. currently has 34 states in which medical cannabis is legal. Since cannabis is still considered illegal by the federal government, each st.... Read More

Central Florida Cares Health System, Inc. Awarded Criminal Justice, Mental Health and Substance Abuse Planning Grant

Sep 26, 2019 at 02:32 pm by Staff

Grant to initiate systemic changes for target populations at-risk of entering the criminal justice system with increasing public safety a primary goal Central Florida Cares.... Read More

The Downside of Doing Commercial Real Estate Yourself

Sep 26, 2019 at 02:25 pm by Staff

. By DOUG PRICE Are you one of the rare healthcare providers or administrators who understands how much is at stake in commercial real estate negotiations? If so, then you p.... Read More

PONTE HEALTH Names Validus Construction as Diversity Advisor for Vertical Medical City - Orlando

Sep 23, 2019 at 03:07 pm by Staff

. First Diversity Open House Scheduled for December . Join PONTE HEALTH and Validus Construction, and meet the Owner as well as the A/E and Pre-Construction Teams, for Ver.... Read More

Orlando Health Air Care Expands Services, Includes In-flight/On-scene Blood Transfusions

Sep 23, 2019 at 11:01 am by Staff

Treatment by the air medical crew now includes blood products onboard its three medical helicopters for immediate patient care. The Orlando Health Air Care Team recently.... Read More

Six Health Care Industry Trends That Are Thriving in 2019

Sep 20, 2019 at 06:46 pm by Staff

. Dr. Seema Sarin This is an exciting time in health care. With new opportunities for growth and partnerships, improved technology, more robust data acquisition, and widened.... Read More

Orlando Health Celebrates Topping Out of Newest Hospital

Sep 20, 2019 at 12:17 am by Staff

. New Acute Care Facility Expected To Open In Early 2021 . Orlando Health was excited to have elected officials and community members in attendance for a special "Topping Out.... Read More

Osceola Regional Medical Center Opens Millenia Emergency Room

Sep 19, 2019 at 03:07 pm by Staff

. Millenia ER, a department of Osceola Regional Medical Center, has opened its doors to the public. The $10 million, 10,820-sq.-ft., freestanding emergency department will s.... Read More

Cognitive Screenings

Sep 19, 2019 at 11:44 am by Staff

  By RAMI PACKARD and DR. ESTÉE DAVIS   More Americans than ever are suffering from mental and emotional distress. According to a new study published in t.... Read More

Groupons For Medical Treatment? Welcome To Today's U.S. Health Care

Sep 19, 2019 at 02:34 am by Staff

  Lauren Weber, Kaiser Health News Emory University medical fellow Dr. Nicole Herbst was shocked when she saw three patients who came in with abnormal results from ches.... Read More

Local County Medical Societies Unify Under Single Organization

Sep 17, 2019 at 11:53 am by Staff

. ORLANDO - The Orange County Medical Society, Inc. (OCMS) and Seminole County Medical Society (SCMS) are pleased to announce their unification creating a singular physician o.... Read More

EOCC: How Sweet it Is

Sep 12, 2019 at 10:36 pm by Staff

First things first...dessert that is! By DOROTHY HARDEE Do you often resist the temptation of a luscious dessert because you are counting calories or opting to make health.... Read More

Can't-Miss Cannabis Conference

Sep 12, 2019 at 08:46 pm by Staff

. By PL JETER Hundreds of healthcare providers and executives will converge at Orlando's Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista Hotel Oct. 4-6 for the American Medical Marijuana Ph.... Read More

Sonata Senior Living Plans $52 Million Community in Lake Mary

Sep 12, 2019 at 05:25 pm by Staff

Sonata Senior Living has announced plans to develop Sonata Lake Mary, a $52 million resort-style community in Lake Mary, Florida. Located on a seven-acre site within t.... Read More

Nation's Largest Nursing Conference Headed to Orlando

Sep 12, 2019 at 11:06 am by Staff

. Orlando is hosting nearly 11,000 nursing professionals from across the country for the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) National Magnet Conference. The three-da.... Read More