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2024 AUA Data Research Program Awardees Announced

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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BALTIMORE, Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The American Urological Association (AUA) is pleased to select six research teams as recipients of the 2024 AUA Data Research Program.

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  • BALTIMORE, Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The American Urological Association (AUA) is pleased to select six research teams as recipients of the 2024 AUA Data Research Program.
  • The AUA Data Research Program (formerly AUA Data Grants), launched in May 2023, supports two clinical and four workforce research projects annually using data from AUA Data Repositories to address key knowledge gaps and emerging research questions related to urological care, workforce development, and health policy.
  • Awardees will use real-world clinical data from the AUA Quality (AQUA) Registry and population representative AUA Annual Census data to conduct clinical and workforce studies.
  • “In conceptualizing the AUA Data Research Program, we realize that there are many AUA members with outstanding research ideas but who may lack the resources to pursue these critical questions,” said Dr. Hung-Jui (Ray) Tan, Chair of the AUA Data Research Program.

NYC Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Aleksandr Shteynberg, acknowledged as a Top Patient Rated New York Plastic Surgeon for 2024 by Find Local Doctors

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Monday, February 12, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dr. Aleksandr Shteynberg, M.D., FACS, a distinguished plastic surgeon renowned for his expertise in breast, body, facial and reconstructive surgeries facial, body, and reconstructive surgeries, has been honored as a Top Patient Rated New York Plastic Surgeon for 2024 by Find Local Doctors. This prestigious recognition comes as a result of Dr. Shteynberg's outstanding reviews from satisfied patients across various online platforms.

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  • Find Local Doctors has recognized renowned plastic surgeon, Dr. Aleksandr Shteynberg, as a 2024 Top Patient Rated New York Plastic Surgeon due to his large volume of five-star reviews from patients across multiple online sources.
  • NEW YORK, Feb. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dr. Aleksandr Shteynberg, M.D., FACS, a distinguished plastic surgeon renowned for his expertise in breast, body, facial and reconstructive surgeries facial, body, and reconstructive surgeries, has been honored as a Top Patient Rated New York Plastic Surgeon for 2024 by Find Local Doctors .
  • Find Local Doctors, an esteemed online directory connecting consumers with highly skilled physicians, has highlighted Dr. Shteynberg's exceptional reputation within the field of plastic surgery.
  • "It's a privilege to be recognized as a Top Patient Rated Plastic Surgeon for 2024," says Dr. Shteynberg.

Urology Care Foundation Announces 2024 Humanitarian Recognition Awardee

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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BALTIMORE, Feb. 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Urology Care Foundation, the world's leading nonprofit urological health foundation and official foundation of the American Urological Association, is pleased to announce Syed Adibul Hasan Rizvi, FRCS, as the recipient of its 2024 Humanitarian Recognition Award.

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  • BALTIMORE, Feb. 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Urology Care Foundation, the world's leading nonprofit urological health foundation and official foundation of the American Urological Association, is pleased to announce Syed Adibul Hasan Rizvi, FRCS, as the recipient of its 2024 Humanitarian Recognition Award.
  • This award is granted to an individual who embodies the essence of philanthropy through their demonstrated commitment to humanitarian endeavors.
  • "We are honored to present Dr. Rizvi with the 2024 Urology Care Foundation Humanitarian Recognition Award," said Harris M. Nagler, MD, FACS, president of the Urology Care Foundation."
  • The impact of his compassion, vision and commitment will be felt for generations.”
    The Urology Care Foundation's Humanitarian Recognition Award aims to acknowledge, on an annual basis, an individual, or individuals, for their demonstrated commitment to improving access to quality urologic health care in underserved communities and populations.

Aclarion Announces Successful Financings; Plans to Launch CLARITY Trial and Provides Update on Next Steps of Alphatec Strategic Partnership

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Monday, February 5, 2024
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BROOMFIELD, CO, Feb. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire -- Aclarion, Inc., (“Aclarion” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: ACON, ACONW), a healthcare technology company that is leveraging biomarkers and proprietary augmented intelligence algorithms to help physicians identify the location of chronic low back pain, announced today that it has completed several recent financing transactions that have significantly reduced debt and increased available cash. The Company believes these financing transactions will assist in achieving key milestones that include initiating the CLARITY trial, onboarding additional KOL surgeons through the strategic partnership with Alphatec, and continuing to increase Nociscan orders.

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  • The Company believes these financing transactions will assist in achieving key milestones that include initiating the CLARITY trial, onboarding additional KOL surgeons through the strategic partnership with Alphatec, and continuing to increase Nociscan orders.
  • The Company believes these recent financing transactions were on terms more favorable than those available in the public capital markets.
  • The Company expects to add 5 new KOLs to the Nociscan network in the first half of 2024.
  • The Company will provide updates as clinical sites are added to CLARITY and KOLs are onboarded through the strategic partnership.

duPont Charitable Trust Names James S. Hunt Chair of The Nemours Foundation

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Monday, February 5, 2024
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Alfred I. duPont Charitable Trust, which for almost 90 years has supported and advanced its charitable beneficiary The Nemours Foundation, today announced the appointment of James S. Hunt as Chair of The Nemours Foundation Board of Directors.

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  • JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Alfred I. duPont Charitable Trust, which for almost 90 years has supported and advanced its charitable beneficiary The Nemours Foundation, today announced the appointment of James S. Hunt as Chair of The Nemours Foundation Board of Directors.
  • The Nemours Foundation is the governing body which oversees Nemours Children's Health.
  • Jim joined the board in 2016, serving as Chair of the Finance, Audit and Compliance Committee, and a member of the Advancement and External Affairs Committee.
  • "On behalf of the duPont Charitable Trust, the Trustees and I welcome Jim to this important role and thank Harold for his tremendous leadership, passion and commitment during his tenure as our Chair," said Hugh M. Durden, Chairman, Alfred I. duPont Charitable Trust.

EyePoint Pharmaceuticals Announces Two Presentations of Topline Data with Additional Subgroup Analyses from the Phase 2 DAVIO 2 Clinical Trial of EYP-1901 for the Treatment of Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration

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Saturday, February 3, 2024
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This result confirms that the positive visual and anatomical outcomes from our Phase 2 DAVIO 2 trial were driven by EYP-1901 and not by supplemental injections.

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  • This result confirms that the positive visual and anatomical outcomes from our Phase 2 DAVIO 2 trial were driven by EYP-1901 and not by supplemental injections.
  • A second presentation also included the previously reported positive topline results of its Phase 2 DAVIO 2 trial of EYP-1901.
  • DAVIO 2 is a randomized, controlled Phase 2 clinical trial of EYP-1901 in previously treated patients with wet AMD.
  • Phase 2 DAVIO 2 12-month results and the initiation of a Phase 3 trial in wet AMD are both expected in the second half of 2024.

CYCLE FOR SURVIVAL TO KICK OFF 2024 EVENTS NATIONWIDE

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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But research into these rare diseases is largely underfunded, which often leaves patients with few or no treatment options.

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  • But research into these rare diseases is largely underfunded, which often leaves patients with few or no treatment options.
  • Cycle for Survival provides urgently needed funds to fuel the efforts of MSK doctors and researchers pursuing new treatments.
  • Participants can earn exclusive Cycle for Survival x Vuori gear through their fundraising efforts.
  • For more information about Cycle for Survival, please visit www.cycleforsurvival.org .

Urology Care Foundation Spreads Awareness for National Cancer Prevention Month

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
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BALTIMORE, Jan. 31, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- February is National Cancer Prevention Month, and the Urology Care Foundation, the official foundation of the American Urological Association (AUA), wants to spread awareness and information on the six main urologic cancers.

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  • BALTIMORE, Jan. 31, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- February is National Cancer Prevention Month, and the Urology Care Foundation, the official foundation of the American Urological Association (AUA), wants to spread awareness and information on the six main urologic cancers.
  • However, there are other urologic cancers that involve the bladder, kidneys and testicles,” said Urology Care Foundation Board of Directors member Brian McNeil, MD, MBA, FACS.
  • The Urology Care Foundation believes the first part of prevention is education.
  • Below are the six main urologic cancers and important resources for each:
    Bladder Cancer is the second most common type of urologic cancer.

Medicine is a Practice: The Rules for Healthcare Marketing

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Friday, February 2, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In Medicine is a Practice: The Rules for Healthcare Marketing, a new book published by the American Association for Physician Leadership, author and nationally-known marketing expert Neil Baum, MD, articulates the business aspect of managing a career in medicine—something he feels is left out of the curriculum in medical school.

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  • "However, the majority leave their training programs with no skills or with, at most, a few skills to become successful businesspeople.
  • Topics covered include smart technology implementation, effective marketing, and referral strategies, leveraging social media, strategic planning, and cultivating a patient-centered healthcare practice.
  • "The skills Dr. Baum articulates in Medicine is a Practice: The Rules for Healthcare Marketing are vital for the success of a physician's career," said Peter Angood, MD, FRCS (C), FACS, MCCM, FAAPL(Hon), president and CEO of AAPL.
  • He has written ten books on practice management and the business of medicine.

Braille Institute Illuminates Low Vision Awareness Month with Workshops Led by Medical Experts

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- February is "Low Vision Awareness Month" and Braille Institute stands at the forefront, dedicated to shedding light on the challenges faced by individuals with low vision and offering invaluable resources. This month-long initiative includes free online workshops led by medical experts, delving into the latest advancements in the understanding, treatment, and prevention of various eye diseases.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- February is "Low Vision Awareness Month" and Braille Institute stands at the forefront, dedicated to shedding light on the challenges faced by individuals with low vision and offering invaluable resources.
  • Braille Institute provides free low vision consultations on the use of magnification, lighting, and other devices to help individuals maximize their remaining vision.
  • Visit our website for low vision videos, information on various eye conditions, and to register for free low vision workshops.
  • Free Low Vision consultations are available in-person or remotely and conducted by certified and licensed Low Vision Specialists.