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Poll: Adults Consider 24/7 Access to the ER Essential, Prefer Care Led by Physicians in a Crisis

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Thursday, August 26, 2021
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Adults consider 24/7 access to the emergency department as one of the most important services communities can provide.

Key Points: 
  • Adults consider 24/7 access to the emergency department as one of the most important services communities can provide.
  • Many people rely on the emergency department as their primary or sole source of immediate medical care.
  • "One common thread across different communities is that emergency care is seen as a trusted and essential service.
  • "Physicians should lead every emergency care team because we are the most highly trained and qualified to make diagnostic and treatment decisions for our patients."

Fig Factor Media Presents Coaches' Corner Course With Best-Selling Author Dr. Sanjiv Chopra, Hollywood Producer Rick Najera and Fig Factor Media CEO Jacqueline S. Ruiz

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Thursday, August 26, 2021
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This new powerful and inspiring workshop is guided by best-selling author, sought-after inspirational speaker and physician Dr. Sanjiv Chopra, award-winning Hollywood producer, screenwriter and podcast host Rick Najera and author, speaker, sports pilot and Fig Factor Media Founder Jacqueline S. Ruiz.

Key Points: 
  • This new powerful and inspiring workshop is guided by best-selling author, sought-after inspirational speaker and physician Dr. Sanjiv Chopra, award-winning Hollywood producer, screenwriter and podcast host Rick Najera and author, speaker, sports pilot and Fig Factor Media Founder Jacqueline S. Ruiz.
  • This almost two-hour course offers participants a digital workbook and three videos from these special instructors.
  • Najera introduces concepts such as "The Law of Yes," "The Law of Failure and Adversity" and "The Law of Vulnerability."
  • Rick Najera is an award-winning screenwriter, actor, director, producer, sketch comedian, author, playwright, coach and national speaker with an expansive portfolio of credits in all forms of entertainment.

Center for Genomic Interpretation Podcast Highlights Role of Variant Classification Analysis and Guidelines In Precision Medicine

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Thursday, August 26, 2021
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ANNAPOLIS, Md., Aug. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The Center for Genomic Interpretation (CGI) continues hosting its cutting-edge Rising Tide Podcast series, which features nationally-recognized experts in precision medicine.

Key Points: 
  • ANNAPOLIS, Md., Aug. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The Center for Genomic Interpretation (CGI) continues hosting its cutting-edge Rising Tide Podcast series, which features nationally-recognized experts in precision medicine.
  • This session, entitled " Variant Classification in Clinical Genetics & Genomics: Opportunities & Obstacles ," focuses on the importance of variant classification and the use of guidelines to help interpret precision medicine results.
  • She is also a co-author of the 2015 guidelines published by the American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics on germline variant classification.
  • Too frequently the precision medicine goals of patients and their providers are unknowingly thwarted by inaccurate or ineffective genetic or genomic testing.

Chardan Healthcare Acquisition 2 Corp. Announces Renovacor's Appointment of Matt Killeen, Ph.D., as Chief Scientific Officer

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Wednesday, August 25, 2021
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Chardan Healthcare Acquisition 2 Corp. (CHAQ) previously announced on March 23, 2021 that it entered into a definitive merger agreement with Renovacor, Inc.

Key Points: 
  • Chardan Healthcare Acquisition 2 Corp. (CHAQ) previously announced on March 23, 2021 that it entered into a definitive merger agreement with Renovacor, Inc.
  • "Matt's extensive experience discovering, researching and developing AAV-based gene therapies for cardiovascular diseases makes him an ideal fit as Renovacor's CSO," said Magdalene Cook, M.D., chief executive officer of Renovacor.
  • About Chardan Healthcare Acquisition 2 Corp.
    CHAQ is a special purpose acquisition company formed for the purpose of effecting a merger, acquisition, or similar business combination.
  • Renovacor previously announced that it had entered into a merger agreement with Chardan Healthcare Acquisition 2 Corp. (NYSE: CHAQ) ("CHAQ"), a special purposes acquisition company.

FBFK Attorneys Honored By 2022 The Best Lawyers in America©

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Wednesday, August 25, 2021
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DALLAS, Aug. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The 2022 Best Lawyers in America report, based solely on peer review and the "gold standard" in the legal industry, announced that four attorneys at DFW-based FBFK law firm were included in this year's edition.

Key Points: 
  • DALLAS, Aug. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The 2022 Best Lawyers in America report, based solely on peer review and the "gold standard" in the legal industry, announced that four attorneys at DFW-based FBFK law firm were included in this year's edition.
  • The report's "Ones to Watch" recognizes lawyers who are earlier in their careers for their outstanding professional excellence in private practice.
  • He is also a four-time The Best Lawyers in America honoree.
  • Kubasta is an eight-time The Best Lawyers in America honoree, currently serves as a Board Member of TeXchange DFW, and works with various non-profit organizations.

Medtel Announces Key Additions to Leadership Team

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Wednesday, August 25, 2021
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Together, Dr. Tedeschi and Mr. Sarajian bring decades of experience to Medtel and will play a critical role in elevating the company's brand, ensuring customer success, and maximizing value for Medtel's customers.

Key Points: 
  • Together, Dr. Tedeschi and Mr. Sarajian bring decades of experience to Medtel and will play a critical role in elevating the company's brand, ensuring customer success, and maximizing value for Medtel's customers.
  • "I am thrilled to welcome Dr. Tedeschi and Michael to Medtel's leadership team.
  • As we continue to grow and work towards improving surgical suite operating performance, I am confident they will each make a significant impact on Medtel," said Harold Mondschein, CEO.
  • Our SurgiScript platform connects stakeholders and arms them with the data analytics they need to improve the surgical journey.

Best Lawyers® in America names Jennifer Keller as Top Orange County Lawyer for White Collar Criminal Defense

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Wednesday, August 25, 2021
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IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Jennifer Keller, a nationally recognized attorney with the Irvine law firm of Keller/Anderle LLP, has been named2022 Orange County "Lawyer of the Year" in Criminal Defense: White-Collar by Best Lawyers.

Key Points: 
  • IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Jennifer Keller, a nationally recognized attorney with the Irvine law firm of Keller/Anderle LLP, has been named2022 Orange County "Lawyer of the Year" in Criminal Defense: White-Collar by Best Lawyers.
  • In addition to the "Lawyer of the Year" honor, Ms. Keller was also selected by Best Lawyersin the practice areas of Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, and Litigation-Intellectual Property.
  • "Jennifer is listed annually in the Lawdragon 500 Leading Lawyers in America.In 2020 and 2021,Super Lawyersranked Jennifer #1 in Southern California.
  • The firm handles high-stakes litigation of all types including commercial, intellectual property, professional liability, bad faith, class actions, white collar criminal defense, professional liability, and entertainment/sports.

American College of Preventive Medicine Launches Vaccine Confident Campaign to Amplify the Critical Role of Vaccines and Foster Confidence in Vaccine Safety

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Wednesday, August 25, 2021
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the American College of Preventive Medicine (ACPM) kicked off its vaccine confident campaign, to educate and amplify the critical role vaccines play in protecting individuals and society from infectious diseases and ultimately instill confidence in the safety and importance of vaccines.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the American College of Preventive Medicine (ACPM) kicked off its vaccine confident campaign, to educate and amplify the critical role vaccines play in protecting individuals and society from infectious diseases and ultimately instill confidence in the safety and importance of vaccines.
  • To underscore the importance of vaccines and inspire confidence in others, preventive medicine physicians have clearly communicated, "We are vaccine confident.
  • "The Vaccine Confident campaign provides the preventive medicine physician as a trusted voice on vaccines with extensive experience in both medicine and public health.
  • The Vaccine Confident campaign will reach those on their vaccine journey deep in communities across the nation with critical information to support decision-making.

Renovacor Announces the Appointment of Matt Killeen, Ph.D., as Chief Scientific Officer

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Wednesday, August 25, 2021
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Matts extensive experience discovering, researching and developing AAV-based gene therapies for cardiovascular diseases makes him an ideal fit as Renovacors CSO, said Magdalene Cook, M.D., chief executive officer of Renovacor.

Key Points: 
  • Matts extensive experience discovering, researching and developing AAV-based gene therapies for cardiovascular diseases makes him an ideal fit as Renovacors CSO, said Magdalene Cook, M.D., chief executive officer of Renovacor.
  • I am looking forward to working with the Renovacor team and its respected scientific and clinical advisors to build on these data as we seek to deliver transformative treatments to patients living with devastating diseases.
  • CHAQ intends to file a proxy statement, which will be sent to all CHAQ and Renovacor stockholders.
  • Neither Renovacor nor CHAQ gives any assurance that either Renovacor or CHAQ will achieve its expectations.

ACR Webinar: Reproductive Health & Rheumatic Disease

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Tuesday, August 24, 2021
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On Tuesday, September 14, 2021, at 7pm EDT, the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) and its Simple Tasks campaign will host a FREE webinar for patients, health care professionals, media and the general public on reproductive health and rheumatic disease.

Key Points: 
  • On Tuesday, September 14, 2021, at 7pm EDT, the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) and its Simple Tasks campaign will host a FREE webinar for patients, health care professionals, media and the general public on reproductive health and rheumatic disease.
  • Family planning with rheumatic disease, including fertility, contraception, male reproductive health, treatment considerations for men and women, and medication compatibility.
  • Pregnancy and rheumatic disease, including the impact of pregnancy on rheumatic disease, the role of the rheumatology provider in your care during pregnancy, genetic factors, and medication compatibility.
  • Parenting with rheumatic disease, including tips for managing the treatment of a child with rheumatic disease, parenting while managing a chronic disease, breastfeeding, compatible medications, and occupational and physical therapy tips for caring for your child.