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Maxwell Healthcare Associates and Hospi Corporation Form Strategic Partnership to Enhance Patient Comfort and Well-Being

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

SHOREVIEW, Minn., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Maxwell Healthcare Associates (MHA)–the industry's leading post-acute consulting firm–is happy to announce a new strategic partnership with Hospi Corporation, the innovative provider of practical medical devices that enhance patient comfort and wellbeing within post-acute healthcare.

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  • SHOREVIEW, Minn., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Maxwell Healthcare Associates (MHA)–the industry's leading post-acute consulting firm–is happy to announce a new strategic partnership with Hospi Corporation, the innovative provider of practical medical devices that enhance patient comfort and wellbeing within post-acute healthcare.
  • Driven by direct experience from nurses in the field, Hospi creates patient-centric devices that support improved outcomes for all involved.
  • This influence continues to improve the experience of clinicians and patients in post-acute care as a partnership begins with Hospi.
  • "We are delighted to partner with the outstanding team at Maxwell Healthcare Associates," said Hospi's CEO Igal Ladabaum.

Blue Ridge Hospice Names Altonia Garrett, MBA, MHA, RN, Chief Operating Officer

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

WINCHESTER, Va., Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Altonia Garrett, MBA, MHA, RN, a proven healthcare leader and change agent locally and nationally, has been named Chief Operating Officer of Blue Ridge Hospice.

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  • WINCHESTER, Va., Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Altonia Garrett, MBA, MHA, RN, a proven healthcare leader and change agent locally and nationally, has been named Chief Operating Officer of Blue Ridge Hospice.
  • "Altonia's depth of operational knowledge, commitment to excellence, and record of advocacy in public policy, mission fulfillment, and diversity and equity will help propel Blue Ridge Hospice forward during a time of rapid change in healthcare," stated Cheryl Hamilton Fried, President and CEO of Blue Ridge Hospice and Blue Ridge Independence at Home.
  • "Her appointment as COO at Blue Ridge Hospice demonstrates our commitment to delivering the highest level of care to our community.
  • She comes to Blue Ridge Hospice from Accent Care (formerly Seasons Hospice), where she most recently served as Executive Director of the national hospice provider's start-up Washington, D.C., program.

Sanguine Biosciences Announces $10 Million Credit Financing from Catalio Capital Management to Fund Continued Growth

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

Sanguine Biosciences, a leading biospecimen procurement services company that empowers patients to accelerate precision medicine and cell and gene therapy research and development, today announced that it secured $10 million in credit financing from Catalio Capital Management, a leading multi-strategy healthcare and life science investment firm.

Key Points: 
  • Sanguine Biosciences, a leading biospecimen procurement services company that empowers patients to accelerate precision medicine and cell and gene therapy research and development, today announced that it secured $10 million in credit financing from Catalio Capital Management, a leading multi-strategy healthcare and life science investment firm.
  • The loan is from Catalio’s Structured Opportunities Fund, which provides creative and flexible structured capital solutions to healthcare and life sciences companies.
  • The senior secured term loan provides Sanguine with an initial draw of $6 million at close, with an additional $4 million available at the company’s option.
  • Catalio Capital Management General Partner and Head of Credit John Henry Iucker, CFA, joins Sanguine’s board of directors as an Observer.

BayCare and Gessler Clinic Join to Increase Access to High-Quality Clinical Care

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

CLEARWATER, Fla., Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BayCare Health System and Winter Haven-based Gessler Clinic are joining forces to better serve Winter Haven and improve access to high-quality health care.

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  • CLEARWATER, Fla., Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BayCare Health System and Winter Haven-based Gessler Clinic are joining forces to better serve Winter Haven and improve access to high-quality health care.
  • Effective Dec. 2, 2023, BayCare will begin operating at the Gessler Clinic locations with many of the same providers and team members who have made Gessler such a popular option for the region for decades.
  • Gessler Clinic is a physician-owned medical group that has served the Winter Haven community since 1957.
  • Most Gessler providers and team members will join BayCare, including BayCare Medical Group, the largest physician and advanced practice providers group serving the West Central Florida and Tampa Bay regions.

Embrace the Rich Native American Culture and History in North Dakota

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

BISMARCK, N.D., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As November marks the observance of National Native American Heritage Month, North Dakota Tourism is honoring and celebrating the rich heritage, diverse cultures, and invaluable contributions of Native American communities to the state.

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  • BISMARCK, N.D., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As November marks the observance of National Native American Heritage Month, North Dakota Tourism is honoring and celebrating the rich heritage, diverse cultures, and invaluable contributions of Native American communities to the state.
  • Just as the name "Dakota" means "friend" or "ally" in the Lakota language, North Dakota extends a hand of friendship and invites visitors to interact with and experience Native American culture.
  • Here are some of the best ways to experience Native American culture in North Dakota:
    The North Dakota Heritage Center and State Museum is located on the grounds of the state capitol building in Bismarck and offers visitors an overview of Native American history and culture in the state.
  • The tribe operates the Dakota Winds Golf Course and the Dakota Magic Casino , both on the North Dakota side of the reservation.

Fresenius Medical Care appoints Craig Cordola as new Management Board member for Care Delivery

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

WALTHAM, Mass., Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fresenius Medical Care, the world's leading provider of products and services for individuals with renal diseases, has appointed Craig Cordola (52) as new Management Board member for the globally operating Care Delivery segment.

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  • WALTHAM, Mass., Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fresenius Medical Care, the world's leading provider of products and services for individuals with renal diseases, has appointed Craig Cordola (52) as new Management Board member for the globally operating Care Delivery segment.
  • Michael Sen, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Fresenius Medical Care Management AG, said: "We are delighted to have Craig Cordola join the Management Board of Fresenius Medical Care as the leader of the global Care Delivery organization.
  • With this expertise, he will be a crucial player in the Management Board in implementing Fresenius Medical Care's turnaround and focusing on patient care."
  • Craig Cordola said: "I am excited to join Fresenius Medical Care, the global leader in kidney care and leading healthcare brand across this industry.

Quanta™ to Present Highly Anticipated Real-World Evidence at the American Society of Nephrology (ASN) Kidney Week 2023

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Monday, October 30, 2023

BEVERLY, Mass., Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Quanta Dialysis Technologies, a medical technology company committed to making kidney care more accessible with its Quanta™ Dialysis System, today announced the presentation of real-world evidence from its Home Run™ study at the American Society of Nephrology (ASN) Kidney Week 2023, taking place November 2 – 5 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 

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  • BEVERLY, Mass., Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Quanta Dialysis Technologies, a medical technology company committed to making kidney care more accessible with its Quanta™ Dialysis System, today announced the presentation of real-world evidence from its Home Run™ study at the American Society of Nephrology (ASN) Kidney Week 2023, taking place November 2 – 5 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
  • The Quanta Dialysis System has been approved for use in the United Kingdom for home hemodialysis since 2020.
  • The commercial launch of the Quanta Dialysis System, powered by Trinal Kidney Therapy™ (TKT™) will also occur at ASN 2023.
  • Healthcare providers in attendance can stop by Quanta booth 937 to learn more about the Quanta Dialysis System, TKT, and future clinical studies.

Brown & Brown, Inc. Certified™ by Great Place To Work® for the fifth consecutive year; included on the 2023 Fortune Best Workplaces for Women™ list

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

“Our unique culture prioritizes our teammates, customers and communities,” says Brown.

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  • “Our unique culture prioritizes our teammates, customers and communities,” says Brown.
  • The prestigious award is based entirely on what current teammates say about their experience working for Brown & Brown.
  • This year, 92% of our teammates said it’s a Great Place To Work – 35 points higher than the average U.S. company.
  • “Fortune congratulates the companies that made the cut for the Best Workplaces for Women,” says Fortune Editor-in-Chief Alyson Shontell.

Maine Hospital Association Has Partnered with Husson University for Workforce Development

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

BANGOR, MAINE, Oct. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Maine Hospital Association members and employees can now take courses and work toward certificates and degrees at Husson University at a discounted rate thanks to a recent agreement between the organization and the school.

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  • BANGOR, MAINE, Oct. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Maine Hospital Association members and employees can now take courses and work toward certificates and degrees at Husson University at a discounted rate thanks to a recent agreement between the organization and the school.
  • The partnership allows Maine Hospital Association members and employees a tuition discount on courses toward undergraduate degrees, masters degrees and certificates.
  • We are so thrilled to partner with the Maine Hospital Association to support higher education among their members,” said Dr. Marie Hansen, dean of the College of Business.
  • Together with Husson, we're fostering the future of healthcare in Maine,” said Steven Michaud, president of the Maine Hospital Association.

University of St. Thomas’ Cameron School of Business launches a Master in Healthcare Administration Degree Program

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

Houston, Oct. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- University of St. Thomas-Houston's Cameron School of Business announces a new 100% online graduate degree - Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) beginning in spring 2024.

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  • Houston, Oct. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- University of St. Thomas-Houston's Cameron School of Business announces a new 100% online graduate degree - Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) beginning in spring 2024.
  • The 30-hour degree program is designed for individuals who are currently, or aspire to be, leaders in various health care settings.
  • "The MHA program provides a unique curriculum designed specifically to meet the career needs of future health care leaders."
  • Programs at the CBS focus on:
    Part of the academic plan for the MHA degree is a capstone practicum in health care management.