American Nurses Credentialing Center

Kirby Bates Associates Achieves ANCC Accreditation for Nursing Continuing Professional Development

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Monday, September 12, 2022

ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kirby Bates Associates, LLC, today announced that it was granted accreditation for nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). This accreditation reinforces Kirby Bates Associates' commitment to using evidence-based criteria when developing high-quality educational activities that promote the professional growth of nurses, such as its new Executive Advisory Services.

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ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kirby Bates Associates, LLC , today announced that it was granted accreditation for nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
This accreditation reinforces Kirby Bates Associates' commitment to using evidence-based criteria when developing high-quality educational activities that promote the professional growth of nurses, such as its new Executive Advisory Services .
"ANCC accreditation marks the achievement of an important milestone for Kirby Bates Associates, reflecting the evidence-based approaches and quality outcomes we bring to every engagement," remarks Melissa A. Fitzpatrick, MSN, RN, FAAN, president of Kirby Bates Associates.
Kirby Bates Associates is part of the Jackson Healthcare family of companies.Learn more at www.kirbybates.com .

Hoag Named Radiopharmaceutical Therapy Center of Excellence, Publishes Results of Breast and Prostate Cancer Trials

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022

"This distinction is both an accomplishment and a promise to our patients and community that Hoag will continue to conquer cancer."

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"This distinction is both an accomplishment and a promise to our patients and community that Hoag will continue to conquer cancer."
Dr. Ulaner recently published two papers that analyzed molecular imaging in prostate cancer , as well as a separate study studying the effectiveness of imaging in a new targeted breast cancer therapy.
The therapy, known commercially as Pluvicto, is the first FDA-approved PSMA-targeted radiotherapy for metastatic prostate cancer.
Hoag is offering ongoing clinical trials in molecular imaging and therapy for a number of cancer types.

My Special Aflac Duck® helps bring joy to young patients diagnosed with cancer and sickle cell disease at Nicklaus Children's Hospital in South Florida

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022

MIAMI, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- September marks Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and National Sickle Cell Awareness Month, and to encompass activities designed to bring attention to these diseases, Aflac delivered My Special Aflac Ducks to young patients with pediatric cancer and sickle cell disease at Nicklaus Children's Hospital.

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My Special Aflac Duck is an award-winning social robot designed to be a cuddly companion that helps bring comfort and joyful moments to children with these conditions.
Since then, Aflac has donated and distributed more than 17,000 My Special Aflac Ducks to more than 450 hospitals and disease-focused organizations.
After significant research and development, in early 2022, Aflac introduced My Special Aflac Duck with accessories designed specifically for sickle cell patients.
In the 2022-2023 ranking, the hospital tied with two other hospitals as the number one children's hospital in Florida.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Tampa General Hospital's Chief Nursing Officer to the Florida Center for Nursing Board of Directors

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Wednesday, August 31, 2022

TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Governor Ron DeSantis appointed Tampa General Hospital's (TGH) chief nursing officer, Annmarie Chavarria, DNP, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, to the Florida Center for Nursing Board of Directors.

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TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Governor Ron DeSantis appointed Tampa General Hospital's (TGH) chief nursing officer, Annmarie Chavarria, DNP, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, to the Florida Center for Nursing Board of Directors.
"Her leadership experience and commitment to nursing at one of the largest academic medical centers in the state will add tremendous value to the Nursing Board."
"I am honored by the appointment and eager to support and further develop the nursing workforce in our state through my service on the Florida Center for Nursing Board," said Chavarria.
Chavarria is one of four Tampa General team members to take on leadership roles appointed by the Governor.

Nicole George Joins Press Ganey as New Nursing Center of Excellence Leader

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Wednesday, August 24, 2022

Press Ganey , renowned leader in patient, member, employee and consumer experience across the healthcare ecosystem, today announced that Nicole George, MSN, R.N., NE-BC, has joined Press Ganey to lead its new Nursing Center of Excellence.

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Press Ganey , renowned leader in patient, member, employee and consumer experience across the healthcare ecosystem, today announced that Nicole George, MSN, R.N., NE-BC, has joined Press Ganey to lead its new Nursing Center of Excellence.
As a nationally recognized innovator, Nicole is a dynamic leader who has devoted her career to advocating for nurses and elevating the profession, said Jeff Doucette, DNP, R.N., NEA-BC, FACHE, FAAN, chief nursing officer, Press Ganey.
Previously, George served as the Magnet Recognition Program assistant director of operations at the American Nurses Credentialing Center, a subsidiary of the American Nurses Association.
She remains active in ANA, as well as Jack and Jill of America, and the American Organization for Nursing Leadership.

Hospital for Special Surgery Joins with Transcarent to Provide Leading Self-Insured Employers with a New Health and Care Experience for Employees

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Thursday, August 18, 2022

Leading employers remain dissatisfied with the access to, quality of, and cost of our healthcare system, especially the surgery experience for their employees and their families, said Glen Tullman, Transcarent Chief Executive Officer.

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Leading employers remain dissatisfied with the access to, quality of, and cost of our healthcare system, especially the surgery experience for their employees and their families, said Glen Tullman, Transcarent Chief Executive Officer.
Transcarent combines access to best-in-class care with trusted Surgery Care Coordinators and a personalized experience for Members along with an innovative risk-based model that fully aligns incentives with both employers and Members.
Through this important collaboration, HSS and Transcarent will help employers reduce healthcare costs and improve the care experience for their employees, said Louis A. Shapiro, President and CEO of HSS.
Transcarent is a health and care experience company that makes it easy to get the high-quality, affordable health and care everyone deserves where and when they want it, on their terms.

Golisano Institute for Developmental Disability Nursing Achieves Accreditation for Nursing Continuing Professional Development

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022

PITTSFORD, N.Y., Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This summer, the Golisano Institute for Developmental Disability Nursing at St. John Fisher University's Wegmans School of Nursing earned accreditation for nursing continuing professional development from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). The work of the Golisano Institute, including the accreditation process, is made possible with support from the Golisano Foundation.

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PITTSFORD, N.Y., Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This summer, the Golisano Institute for Developmental Disability Nursing at St. John Fisher University's Wegmans School of Nursing earned accreditation for nursing continuing professional development from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
The work of the Golisano Institute, including the accreditation process, is made possible with support from the Golisano Foundation.
This accreditation demonstrates the Golisano Institute's commitment to using evidence-based criteria when developing high-quality educational activities that promote the professional growth of nurses.
"The ability to offer continuing education credits will have a transformative impact on the reach of the Golisano Institute," said Executive Director Dr. Dianne Cooney Miner.

Renowned Dermatologist and Mohs Surgeon Joins Hoag

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Tuesday, August 16, 2022

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian is proud to announce that Steven Wang, M.D., a renowned, board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon, has joined the Hoag Family Cancer Institute as the Director of Dermatologic Oncology and Dermatologic Surgery as part of the Melanoma & Complex Skin Cancer Program.

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NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian is proud to announce that Steven Wang, M.D., a renowned, board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon, has joined the Hoag Family Cancer Institute as the Director of Dermatologic Oncology and Dermatologic Surgery as part of the Melanoma & Complex Skin Cancer Program.
Dr. Wang joins Hoag after spending 16 years at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, where he served as the Head of Dermatology Section and Director of Dermatologic Surgery and Dermatology.
He is also an experienced Mohs surgeon with a unique expertise in providing the whole spectrum of care to patients.
In 2005, Dr. Wang trained under world-renowned Mohs surgeon Dr. Leonard H. Goldberg in Houston.

HSS Appoints Sheeraz Qureshi, MD, MBA, Co-Chief of Spine Service

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Friday, August 12, 2022

Dr. Qureshi will succeed Harvinder S. Sandhu, MD, MBA ,and joins Andrew A. Sama, MD ,as co-chief of HSS Spine.

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Dr. Qureshi will succeed Harvinder S. Sandhu, MD, MBA ,and joins Andrew A. Sama, MD ,as co-chief of HSS Spine.
Dr. Sandhu will become Co-Chief Emeritus of HSS Spine andMedical Director of HSS Orthopedics with Stamford Health, succeeding Charles "Chip" Cornell, MD , who will retire next month.
"Dr. Qureshi is an exceptional spine surgeon, researcher and educator," said Bryan T. Kelly, MD, MBA , surgeon-in-chief and medical director of HSS.
"I look forward to working with him and Dr. Sama as they take HSS Spine to even higher levels of excellence."

Medscape Education Receives Joint Accreditation with Commendation to Deliver Continuing Education for Healthcare Providers

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Friday, August 5, 2022

NEW YORK, Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Medscape Education has been awarded Accreditation with Commendation, the highest designation possible by the Joint Accreditation for Interprofessional Continuing Education, ensuring quality accredited continuing education for members of the healthcare professions through July 2028.

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NEW YORK, Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Medscape Education has been awarded Accreditation with Commendation, the highest designation possible by the Joint Accreditation for Interprofessional Continuing Education, ensuring quality accredited continuing education for members of the healthcare professions through July 2028.
Joint Accreditation with Commendation is only awarded to providers who demonstrate 100% compliance in all 12 required criteria, as well as 7 additional criteria necessary for commendation.
"This demonstrates Medscape Education's commitment as a learning organization and change agent for the healthcare team," the Joint Accreditation body said in its decision.
The Joint Accreditors added, "We applaud you for your vision and leadership in lifelong learning and for your achievement of Accreditation with Commendation, which helps to ensure high quality interprofessional continuing education.