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Robert Kline, Proven Healthcare Executive, Joins Fifth Eye Board of Directors

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022

ANN ARBOR, Mich., Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fifth Eye , a leading provider of intuitive real-time clinical analytics, announced today the addition of Robert Kline as a member of the Fifth Eye Board of Directors, effective September 1, 2022.

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  • ANN ARBOR, Mich., Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fifth Eye , a leading provider of intuitive real-time clinical analytics, announced today the addition of Robert Kline as a member of the Fifth Eye Board of Directors, effective September 1, 2022.
  • Mr. Kline brings to Fifth Eye over 25 years of healthcare related experience and a record of success growing innovative companies that improve the quality of life.
  • "As the founder of several global medical device companies, I am excited to join the Fifth Eye Board of Directors," said Robert Kline.
  • "We are pleased to welcome Robert Kline to the Fifth Eye Board," said Jennifer Baird, Chief Executive Officer of Fifth Eye.

U.S. News & World Report ranks four UCHealth hospitals among best in the state including University of Colorado Hospital at No. 1

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Tuesday, July 26, 2022

University of Colorado Hospital is also rated as high performing in cancer, geriatrics, neurology, orthopedics and urology.

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  • University of Colorado Hospital is also rated as high performing in cancer, geriatrics, neurology, orthopedics and urology.
  • This means our patients can count on receiving the most advanced treatments available, with outcomes among the nations best.
  • The annual Best Hospitals rankings, now in its 33nd year, are designed to assist patients and their doctors in making informed decisions.
  • UCHealth includes over 28,000 employees, 12 acute-care full-servicehospitals and hundreds of physicians across Colorado, southern Wyoming and western Nebraska.

National Jewish Health Ranked a Top Respiratory Hospital by U.S. News & World Report

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Tuesday, July 26, 2022

DENVER, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- National Jewish Health has been named a top respiratory hospital for the 26th consecutive year by U.S. News & World Report on its 2022-23 list of best hospitals in the nation. This year National Jewish Health ranked #2 on the list and has held the #1 or #2 position in the publication's pulmonology rankings in all 26 years that pulmonology care has been evaluated.

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  • DENVER, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- National Jewish Health has been named a top respiratory hospital for the 26th consecutive year byU.S.
  • News & World Reportreinforces our 123-year history as the leading respiratory care hospital in the nation," said Michael Salem, MD, president and CEO of National Jewish Health.
  • News & World Reporthas ranked National Jewish Health together with its longtime academic affiliate the University of Colorado Hospital.
  • Patients and families come to National Jewish Health from around the world to receive cutting-edge, comprehensive, coordinated care.

TRC Healthcare Partners with the University of Colorado Denver to Offer Cannabis Education for Pharmacists

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Wednesday, June 1, 2022

DENVER, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TRC Healthcare (TRC) has launched a new training program to help pharmacists deliver better healthcare for patients who use cannabis products. The online program, known as RxAdvanced: Guide to Cannabis, gives pharmacists a foundational knowledge of cannabis that strengthens their role as stewards of public health. "As more states legalize cannabis products, either for medical use, recreational use, or both, we have seen a need within the healthcare industry for credible information that can help clinicians guide patients toward safe and effective cannabis use," says Wes Crews, Chief Executive of TRC Healthcare.

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  • Americans are using many different cannabis products, but their healthcare providers often lack the skills to offer relevant healthcare advice.
  • TRC Healthcare responds with a training program specifically designed to support pharmacists.
  • DENVER, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TRC Healthcare (TRC) has launched a new training program to help pharmacists deliver better healthcare for patients who use cannabis products.
  • The online program, known as RxAdvanced: Guide to Cannabis , gives pharmacists a foundational knowledge of cannabis that strengthens their role as stewards of public health.

Healthtech Leader Eon Announces New Board of Director Members

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Tuesday, May 24, 2022

DENVER, May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Denver-based healthtech leader Eon announced today the appointment of Kevin Hutchinson and Dan Rieber to the Eon Board of Directors. Mr. Hutchinson and Mr. Rieber join current board members founder and co-CEO, Dr. Aki Alzubaidi, co-CEO Christine Spraker, and investment growth partner Ryan Anderson.

Key Points: 
  • DENVER, May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Denver-based healthtech leader Eon announced today the appointment of Kevin Hutchinson and Dan Rieber to the Eon Board of Directors.
  • Mr. Hutchinson and Mr. Rieber join current board members founder and co-CEO, Dr. Aki Alzubaidi, co-CEO Christine Spraker, and investment growth partner Ryan Anderson.
  • "The depth of knowledge and experience that both bring to Eon will be invaluable as we work to make patients healthier and healthcare affordable.
  • Eon, founded in 2015, uses symbolic artificial intelligence to change the outcome for patients with findings that could potentially be catastrophic.

Historic $200 Million Commitment to the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Fuels Advancements in Treatments and Cures

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Wednesday, May 11, 2022

"It takes a dynamic, innovative medical ecosystem for an institute like this to thrive and be successful," said Diane Gates Wallach.

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  • "It takes a dynamic, innovative medical ecosystem for an institute like this to thrive and be successful," said Diane Gates Wallach.
  • This new institute means that CU Anschutz scientists will now have a place to develop cell and gene therapeutics more effectively.
  • "This is a pivotal moment for the CU Anschutz Medical Campus, Colorado and the region.
  • The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campusis a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, educationand patient care.

Colorado and Wyoming Shine a Light on Organ, Eye and Tissue Donation in Honor of National Donate Life Month

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Wednesday, March 30, 2022

In honor of National Donate Life Month , Donor Alliance invites Colorado and Wyoming residents and organizations to Shine a Light to show support for organ, eye and tissue donation with light displays and flag raising events throughout the month of April.

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  • In honor of National Donate Life Month , Donor Alliance invites Colorado and Wyoming residents and organizations to Shine a Light to show support for organ, eye and tissue donation with light displays and flag raising events throughout the month of April.
  • In honor of the more than 1,500 people across Colorado and Wyoming currently waiting on a lifesaving transplant, Donor Alliance is distributing thousands of at-home light kits in the community.
  • Donor Alliance is the federally designated non-profit organization that facilitates organ and tissue donation throughout Colorado and most of Wyoming.
  • For more information visit DonorAlliance.org or the Donate Life Colorado or Donate Life Wyoming Facebook pages.

TriSalus Life Sciences Announces Collaboration with the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus to Advance Research on Innovative Immuno-oncology Treatments for Patients with Liver and Pancreatic Tumors

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Thursday, January 20, 2022

TriSalus Life Sciences , an immunotherapy company on a mission to extend and improve the lives of patients living with liver and pancreatic tumors, today announced a strategic research collaboration with the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus to advance research of immuno-oncology treatments for patients with liver and pancreatic tumors.

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  • TriSalus Life Sciences , an immunotherapy company on a mission to extend and improve the lives of patients living with liver and pancreatic tumors, today announced a strategic research collaboration with the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus to advance research of immuno-oncology treatments for patients with liver and pancreatic tumors.
  • Despite progress in cancer treatment, patients with liver and pancreatic tumors still experience poor outcomes, as these tumors remain stubbornly difficult to treat.
  • The collaboration with University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus extends TriSalus ongoing partnerships with the countrys leading cancer centers.
  • TriSalus Life Sciences is an immunotherapy company on a mission to extend and improve the lives of patients living with liver and pancreatic tumors.

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus and Orange Grove Bio to Collaborate on Development and Commercialization of Novel Therapies

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Wednesday, December 8, 2021

As part of this effort, Orange Grove and CU Anschutz will support educational programming and entrepreneurial initiatives for CU Anschutz researchers, including faculty and students.

Key Points: 
  • As part of this effort, Orange Grove and CU Anschutz will support educational programming and entrepreneurial initiatives for CU Anschutz researchers, including faculty and students.
  • "Our collaboration with Orange Grove Bio will support further development of promising technologies from academia, with the goal of bringing significant life-changing therapies to patients."
  • Orange Grove Bio fosters strong relationships with technology transfer offices outside of the traditional medical technology hubs of Boston and San Francisco.
  • The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campusis a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, educationand patient care.

Little Giraffe Foundation Names 2021 NICU Support Grant Recipients

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Tuesday, November 30, 2021

CHICAGO, Nov. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Little Giraffe Foundation , a registered 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to funding neonatal research and supporting families and premature babies in the NICU, announced today the 15 recipients of the foundation's 2021 NICU Support Grants.

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  • CHICAGO, Nov. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Little Giraffe Foundation , a registered 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to funding neonatal research and supporting families and premature babies in the NICU, announced today the 15 recipients of the foundation's 2021 NICU Support Grants.
  • That's why the Little Giraffe Foundation board of directors is pleased to fund 15 NICU support grants to help these parents and families," said Amanda Santoro, co-founder and president of the Little Giraffe Foundation.
  • This year's Little Giraffe Foundation's NICU Support Grant recipients are as follows:
    Baptist Health Foundation, Madisonville, Kentucky to receive $1,000 to purchase a glider chair that will allow mothers to comfortably breastfeed their babies in the NICU.
  • About the Little Giraffe Foundation:
    The Little Giraffe Foundation is a national 501(c)(3) non-profit based in Chicago, dedicated to supporting parents and patients of the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU).