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US Medical Innovations Secures FDA Clearance for Canady Helios Cold Plasma™ Ablation System

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Tuesday, May 7, 2024
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US Medical Innovations, LLC (USMI) announced today it has received FDA 510k Clearance (K240297) for the Canady Helios Cold Plasma™ (CHCP) Ablation System for the ablation of soft tissue during surgery.

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  • US Medical Innovations, LLC (USMI) announced today it has received FDA 510k Clearance (K240297) for the Canady Helios Cold Plasma™ (CHCP) Ablation System for the ablation of soft tissue during surgery.
  • The CHCP system consists of the Canady Helios Cold Plasma XL-1000 CP Smart Electrosurgical Generator, Canady Helios Cold Plasma Ablators, Foot Pedal and Trolley Cart.
  • The Canady Helios Cold Plasma™ System introduces a novel approach to soft tissue ablation using plasma.
  • For more information on US Medical Innovation’s products and technology please visit: www.usmedinnovations.com .

UnitedHealthcare Selected to Serve Medicaid Members in Michigan Through the Comprehensive Health Care Program

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
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Through these statewide programs, Medicaid beneficiaries have access to comprehensive services to support their physical and behavioral health, including regular doctor visits, preventive care, screenings, vaccinations, dental check-ups and other critical services.

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  • Through these statewide programs, Medicaid beneficiaries have access to comprehensive services to support their physical and behavioral health, including regular doctor visits, preventive care, screenings, vaccinations, dental check-ups and other critical services.
  • “We are honored to continue working with our partners at MDHHS to serve the people of Michigan,” said Dennis Mouras, CEO, UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Michigan.
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Michigan has provided benefits and care to the people of Michigan for more than 20 years.
  • UnitedHealthcare serves more than 944,000 people enrolled in employer-sponsored, individual, Medicare and Medicaid benefit plans in Michigan, with a network of 151 hospitals, and over 58,900 physicians and other care providers statewide.

Innovative student-centered healthcare training recognized nationally for commitment to own workforce

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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HOUSTON, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The College of Health Care Professions (CHCP), the largest training provider of allied health education across Texas, has been named a national Top Workplaces USA winner for the third year in a row. National Top Workplaces awards are based entirely on employee feedback, with CHCP recognized this year for excelling in employee appreciation, employee wellbeing, professional development, and being an outstanding woman-led organization.

Key Points: 
  • National Top Workplaces awards are based entirely on employee feedback, with CHCP recognized this year for excelling in employee appreciation, employee wellbeing, professional development, and being an outstanding woman-led organization.
  • "These awards speak to  CHCP's commitment to investing in our team members' growth, both  personally and professionally, while creating an innovative and vibrant workplace environment."
  • CHCP continues to be recognized nationally as a leader in delivering learner-centered education.
  • CHCP is training, mentoring, and placing the next generation of allied health care professionals in critical roles across Texas and the United States.

Trailblazing Allied Health College Partners with Houston Pediatric Dental Practice To Expand Work-Based Learning Opportunities

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
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HOUSTON, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The College of Health Care Professions (CHCP) announced today a unique partnership with Kidstown Dental to prepare aspiring registered dental assistants through on-the-job training. Kidstown Dental will offer externships and internships to learners at three Houston CHCP campuses, allowing for the pediatric dental office to become an extension of the classroom setting. Participants will be able to gain real-world experience to prepare them to enter the workforce with an understanding of new technologies, pediatric dental hygiene and restorative care.

Key Points: 
  • HOUSTON, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The College of Health Care Professions (CHCP) announced today a unique partnership with Kidstown Dental to prepare aspiring registered dental assistants through on-the-job training.
  • Kidstown Dental will offer externships and internships to learners at three Houston CHCP campuses, allowing for the pediatric dental office to become an extension of the classroom setting.
  • "This new collaboration with Kidstown Dental embodies our shared commitment to helping aspiring professionals provide unwavering excellence in patient care.
  • June 2023 data from the American Dental Association indicates that 89.1% of dentists find recruiting dental assistants extremely or very challenging.

Trailblazing Healthcare College Expands Dallas Campus; Adds Two Programs to Meet Regional Demand for Healthcare Workers

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
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DALLAS, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The College of Health Care Professions (CHCP) announced the expansion of its Dallas campus, encompassing a total of 27,000 sq. ft. featuring classrooms and labs that mimic the healthcare work setting. The campus, located at 8585 North Stemmons Freeway, Suite N-300, Dallas, Texas, is also launching two new certification programs in surgical technology and pharmacy technician, which were developed in partnership with regional employers. The expanded campus and new programs come as healthcare labor shortages are rising across the country. Almost one out of every 10 hospitals in Texas is in danger of closing as a result of staff shortages, according to the Texas Hospital Association, and 40 percent of Texas counties' primary care health needs are not currently being met.

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  • The campus, located at 8585 North Stemmons Freeway, Suite N-300, Dallas, Texas, is also launching two new certification programs in surgical technology and pharmacy technician, which were developed in partnership with regional employers.
  • The expanded campus and new programs come as healthcare labor shortages are rising across the country.
  • "This is about preparing talented, well-prepared healthcare professionals as workforce needs constantly change, but stay in-demand," said Amy Powell, E3 program co-director at Texas Healthcare Neck & Back.
  • We are excited to continue our partnership with CHCP as they launch their new Surgical Technology and Pharmacy Technician programs."

Groundbreaking Results Using Canady Helios™ Cold Plasma Treatment Published in MDPI Journal “Cancers”

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023
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It is estimated that 65% of solid tumor resections result in residual microscopic tumor cells at the surgical margin, which contributes to LRR and poor survival rates.

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  • It is estimated that 65% of solid tumor resections result in residual microscopic tumor cells at the surgical margin, which contributes to LRR and poor survival rates.
  • The recent trial reveals that treating the surgical margin following a tumorectomy significantly reduced local recurrence and increased overall survival.
  • CHCP opens a new and promising treatment for addressing the challenges of eradicating microscopic residual cancer cells following surgical tumor resection.
  • Jerome Canady, M.D., FACS, CEO stated, “We are very pleased to have our results published in the peer reviewed journal 'Cancers'.

Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC) Launches Focused Digital Education Hubs

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Thursday, July 13, 2023
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Previously, the education and resources on cardiometabolichealth.org were grouped only by format, such as CME courses, blogs, webinars, and expert interviews.

Key Points: 
  • Previously, the education and resources on cardiometabolichealth.org were grouped only by format, such as CME courses, blogs, webinars, and expert interviews.
  • These access points still exist for learners interested in certain formats rather than specific clinical topics, but are also available through the 12 focused education hubs.
  • They could find resources and education focused on that condition within both the Obesity Management and Pediatrics hubs.
  • The experts at CMHC are committed to creating education for practicing clinicians, students, and patients interested in the quickly evolving field of cardiometabolic health.

Cardiometabolic Health Congress Hosts 2023 Women's Masterclass in California

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Thursday, June 29, 2023
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Boca Raton, FL, June 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Informed by topics most relevant to cardiometabolic health providers, medical education leader Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC) has announced another iteration of its Women’s Cardiometabolic Health and Wellness Masterclass .

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  • Boca Raton, FL, June 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Informed by topics most relevant to cardiometabolic health providers, medical education leader Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC) has announced another iteration of its Women’s Cardiometabolic Health and Wellness Masterclass .
  • "As a women's cardiovascular health leader specializing in lipidology, I know firsthand that women’s cardiovascular and cardiometabolic care must be approached with unique tools and strategies.
  • "We are pleased to announce our partnerships for the 2023 Women's Cardiometabolic Health and Wellness Masterclass.
  • The experts at CMHC are committed to creating education for practicing clinicians, students, and patients interested in the quickly evolving field of cardiometabolic health.

Innovative Allied Health College Launches the Ophthalmic Assistant Program to Meet the Eye Care Needs of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex

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Thursday, June 29, 2023
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FORT WORTH, Texas, June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The College of Health Care Professions (CHCP), the largest provider of allied health graduates across the state of Texas, announced today that it has launched a new certificate program to train the next generation of ophthalmology assistants. The program was created based on direct requests to CHCP by local employers, led by UT Southwestern Medical Center, who noted a high need for skilled ophthalmology assistants.

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  • The College of Health Care Professions will offer a blended 36-week certificate program to meet the growing demand for ophthalmology assistants across the region.
  • Ophthalmology assistants, also known as ophthalmic assistants, work alongside ophthalmologists and sometimes optometrists as they perform their day-to-day duties.
  • Ophthalmic assistants can work in a variety of settings, including doctors' offices, medical clinics, hospitals and outpatient care centers.
  • Upon graduation, students will be prepared to sit for the Certified Ophthalmic Assistant examination administered by the International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (IJCAHPO).

JCRI-ABTS and USMI Reports Statistically Significant Results of the Canady Helios Cold Plasma Phase 1 Clinical Trial on Patients with Stage 4 and Recurrent Advanced Solid Tumors

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Thursday, June 15, 2023
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(ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT04267575)

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  • (ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT04267575)
    Cancer remains a significant global health challenge, with over 1.9 million new cases and 608,570 cancer-related fatalities in the United States in 2021.
  • USMI’s Canady Helios Cold Plasma (CHCP) system, a non-thermal (26-30°C) and non-contact Cold Atmospheric Plasma (CAP) jet, offers a promising solution.
  • Twenty patients ranging from 26-85 years of age undergoing surgery for advanced stage 4 or recurrent solid tumors were enrolled.
  • Patients with preoperative treatments such as neoadjuvant chemotherapy, immunotherapy, radiation, and previous surgery were eligible.