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Tactile Medical Appoints Vindell Washington, M.D. to Board of Directors

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Monday, October 2, 2023
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MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tactile Systems Technology, Inc. (“Tactile Medical”) (Nasdaq: TCMD), a medical technology company providing therapies for people with chronic disorders, today announced the appointment of Vindell Washington, M.D.

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  • MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tactile Systems Technology, Inc. (“Tactile Medical”) (Nasdaq: TCMD), a medical technology company providing therapies for people with chronic disorders, today announced the appointment of Vindell Washington, M.D.
  • to the Company’s Board of Directors (“Board”), effective October 2, 2023.
  • “We are pleased to welcome Dr. Washington to Tactile Medical, who joins our Board with over 30 years of experience in the healthcare industry,” said Bill Burke, Chairman of the Board of Tactile Medical.
  • in Healthcare Management from the Harvard University School of Public Health.

Our Lady of the Lake Health First in Nation to Implement Life-Saving Sepsis Detection Technology

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023
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Sepsis is the leading cause of mortality in hospitals across the nation, accounting for 1 in 3 hospital deaths.

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  • Sepsis is the leading cause of mortality in hospitals across the nation, accounting for 1 in 3 hospital deaths.
  • “With clear and early detection, we are able to get patients the appropriate treatment, at the right time.
  • This technology will undoubtedly help save lives in Louisiana, across the nation and across the world.”
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  • “Our Lady of the Lake Health has really led this work and research.

New Baton Rouge Initiative Aims to Address Louisiana Healthcare Shortage

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Thursday, May 4, 2023
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BATON ROUGE, La., May 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Propel America and The College of Health Care Professions (CHCP) have announced a new partnership to help young adults earn in-demand healthcare credentials, in turn unlocking new opportunities for economic mobility and generational financial stability. As part of this new hybrid training program, students will complete online medical assisting classes and in-person skills lab experiences without needing to take on debt for education expenses.

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  • "Together, we're going to put learners first and ensure they're prepared for the real-world qualifications from employers.
  • The new pilot comes as the demand continues to grow for medical assistants, who are often experiencing increased responsibilities in the healthcare setting.
  • The first pilot of 30 students will begin this summer in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, with the end of the program providing job interview and search assistance for each participating student.
  • Propel and CHCP will continue to explore ways to expand the pilot, both in Baton Rouge and in other locations across the country.

Hallow App Announces Partnership with University of Notre Dame

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Wednesday, August 24, 2022
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CHICAGO, Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Notre Dame has partnered with Hallow, a Catholic prayer and meditation app, to provide students in the Notre Dame community a personal resource to deepen their relationship with God and strengthen their mental health.

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  • CHICAGO, Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Notre Dame has partnered with Hallow, a Catholic prayer and meditation app, to provide students in the Notre Dame community a personal resource to deepen their relationship with God and strengthen their mental health.
  • The University of Notre Dame has partnered with Hallow, a Catholic prayer and meditation app.
  • Through this new partnership with the Division of Student Affairs, current Notre Dame students receive free access to Hallow Plus, Hallow's premium subscription service, and its expansive library of faith-based prayer, meditation, sleep, and music content.
  • "Many Notre Dame students are interested in further exploring the connection between their faith and their mental well-being," said Notre Dame Assistant Vice President for Student Health and Wellness, Christine Caron Gebhardt, PhD.

Our Lady of the Lake Verified as a Level 1 Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons

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Monday, August 22, 2022
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A Level 1 trauma center designation means Our Lady of the Lake has the resources and care needed before, during and after a trauma event.

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  • A Level 1 trauma center designation means Our Lady of the Lake has the resources and care needed before, during and after a trauma event.
  • Representing the highest possible level for a hospital trauma center, the ACS dictates a Level 1 trauma center have the leadership and total care for every aspect of an injury, from prevention through rehabilitation.
  • I applaud the team at Our Lady of the Lake for their hard work and commitment to being designated a Level 1 trauma center, said Governor John Bel Edwards.
  • Our Lady of the Lake is part of the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System.

Memorial Healthcare System Selects K. Scott Wester, FACHE, as New President and CEO

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Wednesday, June 29, 2022
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HOLLYWOOD, Fla., June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The South Broward Hospital District Board of Commissioners has chosen K. Scott Wester, FACHE, as Memorial Healthcare System's President and Chief Executive Officer. Wester recently served as Executive Vice President of Strategic Partnerships and Advocacy for Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System in Baton Rouge, La. He succeeds Aurelio M. Fernandez, III, FACHE, who retired in May 2022. Wester is scheduled to start on July 5, 2022.

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  • The South Broward Hospital District Board of Commissioners has chosen K. Scott Wester, FACHE, as Memorial Healthcare System's President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • HOLLYWOOD, Fla., June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The South Broward Hospital District Board of Commissioners has chosen K. Scott Wester, FACHE, as Memorial Healthcare System's President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • Wester recently served as Executive Vice President of Strategic Partnerships and Advocacy for Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System in Baton Rouge, La.
  • The Board of Commissioners, who oversee all actions of Memorial Healthcare System, worked with the executive search firm WittKieffer to recruit nationally for a new president and CEO for Memorial.

Ellucian Unveils 2022 Impact Award Winners Recognizing Higher Ed Institutions for Commitment to Student Success

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Wednesday, April 13, 2022
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RESTON, Va., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This week during Ellucian Live, the higher education industry's top global technology conference, Ellucian announced the winners of the 2022 Ellucian Impact Awards.  The annual awards, from Ellucian, the leading higher education technology solutions provider, celebrate visionaries in higher education who are inspiring others to push the boundaries of technology and innovation. 

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  • RESTON, Va., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This week during Ellucian Live , the higher education industry's top global technology conference, Ellucian announced the winners of the 2022 Ellucian Impact Awards.
  • This year, eight winners spanning four categories, will each receive a $25,000 grant in recognition of their commitment to driving student success.
  • The 2022 Impact Award Winners and Rising Stars are:
    Colorado State University and Colorado State University, Pueblo Change Leadership
    "The Ellucian Impact Awards recognize institutions using technology to solve challenges, operate more efficiently, and offer a better student experience.
  • Student Experience Celebrating the work higher education institutions are accomplishing in support of evolving student needs and diversity among the student population; recognizing technology impacts on the student experience.

Woman's Selects Rene Ragas as Next CEO

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Friday, March 18, 2022
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BATON ROUGE, La., March 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Woman's Hospital has chosen Rene Ragas, FACHE, as its next president and chief executive officer. Ragas is a Louisiana native with more than two decades of experience as a healthcare executive in the Baton Rouge area and surrounding regions. Most recently, he has served Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady (FMOL) Health System as CEO of Our Lady of the Angels Hospital in Bogalusa since 2014 and Northshore Market President since 2017.

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  • BATON ROUGE, La., March 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Woman's Hospital has chosen Rene Ragas, FACHE, as its next president and chief executive officer.
  • Ragas is a Louisiana native with more than two decades of experience as a healthcare executive in the Baton Rouge area and surrounding regions.
  • Ragas, who also has a deeply personal connection to Woman's, will assume the role of CEO in May.
  • Ragas will take the reins from Paul Cleckner, who has served as interim CEO since the fall when Dr. Barbara Griffith returned home to begin her tenure as CEO of Duke Raleigh Hospital.

GHX Celebrates the Best 50 North American Healthcare Providers for Supply Chain Excellence

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Tuesday, March 8, 2022
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LOUISVILLE, Colo., March 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Healthcare Exchange (GHX) today announced its annual list of the Best 50 supply chains, which recognizes the highest performing healthcare provider organizations in North America.

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  • LOUISVILLE, Colo., March 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Healthcare Exchange (GHX) today announced its annual list of the Best 50 supply chains, which recognizes the highest performing healthcare provider organizations in North America.
  • Honored for their work in improving operational performance while driving down costs through supply chain automation, the Best 50 honorees stand out among North America's premier hospitals for setting the standard for supply chain excellence.
  • "These leaders know that to achieve operational efficiency, cost-effectiveness and improve patient care, it's critical to fortify the supply chain through automation," said Bruce Johnson, president and CEO, GHX.
  • Organizations such as the Best 50 are leading healthcare toward a more value-driven future.

Bryan Jones is new office leader for HNTB's Gulf Coast region

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Wednesday, November 10, 2021
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BATON ROUGE, La., Nov. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bryan Jones, a seasoned infrastructure and client service professional, has been named HNTB Corporation's office leader for the Gulf Coast offices.

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  • BATON ROUGE, La., Nov. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bryan Jones, a seasoned infrastructure and client service professional, has been named HNTB Corporation's office leader for the Gulf Coast offices.
  • Most recently, Jones was deputy office leader for the region.
  • He assisted the office leader and leveraged the role to lead and manage department managers and the office management team while representing HNTB in the community and industry.
  • In addition to deputy office leader, Jones also served as operations manager for the offices.