SAN DIEGO, May 15, 2023 (Newswire.com) - As an alcohol and drug rehab facility, San Diego-based Shoreline Recovery Center provides patients with specialized post-treatment services designed to help them maximize coping mechanisms and maintain a sober lifestyle. Available as part of rehab services, programs offered by certified addiction specialists and mental health counselors include resources for patients learning to offset individual cravings and triggers. There is no easy way through addiction, but once a person has gone through detox in a residential treatment program, the path to sobriety becomes much more clear. A significant accomplishment in itself, post-detox wellness is the next necessary and critical step toward living a healthy lifestyle. However, it's a disciplined process to get there.

Each plan is tailored to the individual receiving it based on their needs and preferences, specifically activities and interventions, incorporated into a well-designed treatment plan. For patients in the throes of post-acute withdrawal, Shoreline Recovery Center educates clients to ensure they're aware of what to expect and that doctors know where they're at in recovery. 

"It's so much more than just putting down their substance of choice and it's important that our patients understand that," said Kate Judd, Executive Director of Shoreline Recovery Center. "There are biological, psychological and social factors that play into their circumstances."

Craig Burson, Shoreline's Director of Business Development, agreed. "It's a matter of taking a look at the way clients are living their lives. There's a need to overhaul the way they've been living so they learn different ways to manage their sobriety."

Along with certain genetic components, daily influences and environmental factors, once a patient has safely completed the detox phase, they're also able to learn by watching other seasoned men in recovery who provide newer patients with much-needed advice and counsel. 

"Ultimately, it's about giving these men freedom of choice and providing encouragement for their dreams, goals and aspirations so they can reach sobriety," Judd said.

Aftercare programs can develop more skills and techniques for patients to maintain a less stressful and drug-free life as they're taught the best ways to sustain their sobriety and maintain responsibilities while remaining free of addictive and harmful substances. Everything they're taught while in the post-detox phase are tools to save their life.

"Making sure a client follows their discharge plan is the most important thing when they leave our care," Judd said. This includes staying connected to a support system, including their sponsor, attending meetings, counseling sessions and developing healthy coping skills.

At Shoreline Recovery Center, a successful post-detox experience is one that leads to long-term sobriety and the ability to create a life the patient wouldn't jeopardize by relapsing.

"The goal is that we're able to move these guys through their substance use and behaviors so they graduate from having a negative impact on society to being able to positively contribute to the surrounding community," Burson said.

Contact Information:
Steven Esparza
Chief Executive Officer
[email protected]
6193631368

Craig Burson
Business Development Director
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Original Source: Shoreline Recovery Center Places Increased Priority on Post-Detox Care Following Addiction, Substance Use Treatment

MALVERN, Pa., May 15, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Waypoint Orthopedics, Inc., a spinal medical device company, announces that the company's Waypoint GPS™ - a smart bone awl for use during pedicle screw pilot hole drilling - has received 510k clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). 

The Waypoint GPS is a Smart Gear Shift™ that looks, feels, and acts like a standard bone awl while providing the operator with additional information via visual feedback. It utilizes proprietary color-sensing technology displayed wirelessly to an app-based operating system in real-time. The Waypoint GPS showed 100% operator interpretation cancellous, cortical, and breach during an in-vivo study. The device has the potential to increase surgeon confidence in pilot hole drilling while also potentially obviating the need for harmful ionizing radiation for all parties in the operating room. The system is indicated for use in both open and percutaneous (MIS) surgical approaches to the spine.

Dr. Andrew Cappuccino, an orthopedic spine surgeon, said: "The Waypoint GPS is a simple instrument that can ensure safety within the pedicle for the placement of pedicle screws. I believe that the integration of the Waypoint GPS helps to lower radiation exposure and save time in the accurate placement of pedicle screws."

Jeffrey F. O'Donnell, Jr., President and CEO of Waypoint Orthopedics, said: "We are proud to announce the FDAs clearance of the Waypoint GPS. We firmly believe this product will become an everyday instrument for spine surgeons saving time, increasing confidence in screw placement, and adding layers of safety to every case regardless of approach. The Waypoint GPS has been designed to integrate easily into any workflow, all while providing the surgical team with information clearly and intuitively. As a Runway Healthcare portfolio company, we will look to transfer Waypoint Orthopedics to an existing commercial entity for wide-scale commercialization." 

Dr. Stephen Banco, an orthopedic spine surgeon and co-founder of Waypoint Orthopedics, said: "The Waypoint GPS provides surgeons real-time feedback and confidence as they cannulate pedicles with incredibly simple and easy-to-use technology. I look forward to utilizing the Waypoint GPS in all of my instrumented fusions moving forward as an additional layer of safety and reliability."

Waypoint Orthopedics is the first portfolio company of Runway Healthcare, LP, a MedTech accelerator fund. Runway Healthcare builds commercially ready opportunities for the medical device industry to acquire following regulatory approval. 

About Waypoint Orthopedics:

Waypoint Orthopedics, Inc. was founded to make vertebral fixation safer and more efficient for the patient, surgeon, and support staff. Waypoint Orthopedics' product, the Waypoint GPS, uses proprietary color-sensing technology to inform the operator of the bone/tissue type change at the cutting edge of the awl. Waypoint Orthopedics' controlling stockholder is Runway Healthcare, LP - a MedTech accelerator fund.

Inquiries: 

[email protected]

www.WaypointOrthopedics.com 

About Runway Healthcare, LP:

Runway Healthcare, LP is an early-stage MedTech accelerator. Runway Healthcare finances and manages the product development process of its portfolio companies. After navigating a portfolio company through the regulatory process, Runway Healthcare transitions the company's ownership to a larger multi-national healthcare company for commercialization. Runway Healthcare is focused on early-stage technology in the Orthopedic, Cardiovascular, and Neurology sectors.

Inquiries:

[email protected] 

www.RunwayHC.com 

Forward-Looking Statements:

This press release contains "forward-looking statements" concerning the development of Waypoint Orthopedics products, the potential benefits and attributes of those products, and the company's expectations regarding its prospects. Forward-looking statements are subject to risks, assumptions, and uncertainties that could cause actual future events or results to differ materially from such statements. These statements are made as of the date of this press release. Actual results may vary. Waypoint Orthopedics undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements for any reason.

Contact Information:
Jeff O'Donnell
President & CEO
[email protected]


Original Source: Waypoint Orthopedics Announces FDA Clearance of the Waypoint GPS

CHICAGO, May 15, 2023 (Newswire.com) - The American Association of Medical Assistants® (AAMA) installed Sherry Bogar, CN-BC, CMA (AAMA), as the 2022-2023 AAMA Vice Speaker of the House at the 66th AAMA Annual Conference. In this capacity, Bogar, a resident of League City, Texas, represents medical assistants and CMAs (AAMA)® across the nation.

Medical assisting is one of the nation's careers growing much faster than the average for all occupations, according to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics. Medical assistants work in outpatient health care settings. Employers are seeking and recruiting these allied health professionals because of their uniquely diverse clinical and administrative patient-centered training.

"It has been an honor to be chosen to continue to serve the association and profession as health care continues to evolve," says Bogar. "Credentialed medical assistants are an integral part of the care team who provide quality and safe patient care."

Bogar has served the AAMA in many capacities, including as a 2018-2022 AAMA Trustee. She has also served as the chair and member of many AAMA committees, task forces and strategy teams, including Marketing, Social Media, Partnership, Membership Development, Leadership Development, Bylaws and Resolutions, AAMA Annual Conference and Career Professional Development. In addition to being the 2022-2023 AAMA Vice Speaker of the House, she's serving as the Texas Society of Medical Assistants Speaker of the General Assembly, Website Chair and Publicity Chair.

Bogar has been a CMA (AAMA) for over 20 years. She currently works as a patient navigator at UTMB Surgical Oncology and Breast Health Clinic in League City, Texas. Bogar also serves her community as the Vice President of the Clear Creek Swim League.

The Certified Medical Assistant (AAMA)® — or CMA (AAMA) — credential represents a medical assistant who has been credentialed through the Certifying Board of the AAMA. The Certifying Board of the AAMA was awarded accreditation by the International Accreditation Service under ISO/IEC Standard 17024:2012, the global benchmark for personnel certification bodies, thus distinguishing the CMA (AAMA) from all other medical assisting certifications.

ABOUT THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF MEDICAL ASSISTANTS®

The American Association of Medical Assistants®, the only organization in the world devoted exclusively to the medical assisting profession, was established in 1956 and serves the interests of more than 92,000 medical assisting professionals. The American Association of Medical Assistants provides quality resources and educational opportunities for medical assistants by offering certification, advocacy for quality patient-centered health care, credential acknowledgment and scope-of-practice protection. For more information, visit www.aama-ntl.org.

Contact Information:
Francesca Llanos
Public Relations and Marketing Manager
[email protected]
7735905524


Original Source: The AAMA installs Sherry Bogar, CN-BC, CMA (AAMA), as 2022-2023 Vice Speaker of the House

HOPKINTON, Mass., May 15, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Psyche Systems Corp, a leading provider of laboratory information software (LIS) solutions, has announced that it is dedicating resources to exploring how artificial intelligence (AI) can help improve both its internal operations and its customer service offerings.

With AI technology continuing to advance rapidly, Psyche Systems Corp. recognizes the significant potential for AI to streamline internal processes, improve data analysis, and enhance customer experience. As such, the company is investing in exploring how AI can be leveraged to achieve these goals.

"As a company at the forefront of technology in the healthcare industry, we are committed to staying ahead of the curve and leveraging the latest innovations to improve our products and services," said Ivy Cody, Director of Technical Operations at Psyche Systems Corp. "We believe that AI has the potential to revolutionize how we operate as a company and how we serve our customers, and we are excited to explore these possibilities," added Kyle Anderson, Psyche's Sales and Marketing VP. 

Some of the potential benefits of AI for Psyche Systems Corp include:

• Utilizing predictive analytics models to forecast future usage patterns, customer needs, and market trends.
• Improved data analysis capabilities, allowing for more accurate and efficient reporting and insights.
• Streamlined internal processes, reducing time and resources required for tasks such as quality control and regulatory compliance.
• Enhanced customer service, with AI-powered chatbots and other tools providing faster and more personalized support.

As part of its AI exploration, Psyche Systems Corp will be partnering with leading experts in the field to develop and test new AI-powered solutions. The company also plans to invest in employee training and development to ensure that its team is equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to effectively utilize AI technology.

"We see AI as a key enabler of growth and innovation for our company, and we are committed to investing in this technology for the long-term benefit of our customers and our team," said Psyche's VP of Finance & Client Relations Claudia Bennett. 

About Psyche Systems Corp:

Psyche Systems Corp is a leading provider of laboratory information software (LIS) solutions for Anatomic Pathology, Toxicology, and Molecular laboratories. Founded in 1976, the company has a long history of innovation and has remained at the forefront of the industry by consistently developing cutting-edge technology and providing exceptional customer service. Psyche Systems Corp is headquartered in Hopkinton, MA, with thousands of users worldwide.

Contact Information:
Kyle Anderson
Vice President of Sales & Marketing
[email protected]
508-473-1500


Original Source: Psyche Systems Corp Dedicating Resources to Explore the Benefits of AI for Internal Operations and Customer Service

TAMPA, Fla., May 15, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Black Book Research announced that Netsmart has earned the 2023 award for highest customer satisfaction in the annual client experience performance ratings of enterprise behavioral health EHR competitors including revenue cycle management applications.

Two thousand eight hundred forty-seven psychologists, therapists, social workers, counselors, and mental health specialists participated in the crowdsourced survey from December 2022 to April 2022. Two hundred thirty-eight financial, administrative, and information technology professionals also participated in separate non-practitioner polling.

Among the user satisfaction survey respondents, groups included ambulatory psychiatric facilities; outpatient physicians, therapists, counselors, social workers, and psychologists; human services and government behavioral health agencies; and substance abuse and addiction medicine providers.

Black Book examined ambulatory behavioral health EHR adoption and usage in the U.S. and found that less than 20% of respondents consider their practices and/or organization equipped to electronically engage in care coordination, patient record exchange or population health initiatives with referral hospitals and physicians in Q2 2023, marginally up from 12 percent in pre-pandemic 2019. The growth potential for the behavioral health ambulatory technology market is estimated by Black Book to exceed 61 percent by year-end 2024, as pending value-based payment reforms require providers to exchange data electronically and coordinate care effectively, and government incentives are under consideration to incentivize mental health technology adoption and connectivity.

As the industry transforms behavioral healthcare delivery with innovations in technologies and investment funding available, over 150 start-up IT vendors specific to mental health processes were added to the Black Book user surveys directory in the past 18 months.

"Year after year, we see Netsmart as the top-rated in the mental health tech industry by client users," said Doug Brown, president of Black Book Market Research. "It's clear that, even in a tightening and increasingly complex market, Netsmart is continuing to lead the behavioral health industry by providing a product that is a vital part of their users' workflow, patient coordination, and critical digital capabilities to the successful providers in the value-based care environment."

About Black Book

Black Book Market Research LLC, its founder, management, and staff do not own or hold any financial interest in any of the vendors or public relations firms covered and encompassed in the surveys it conducts, including Netsmart. Additionally, Black Book does not contract for, barter, exchange or accept direct services from any public relations firm mentioned in the rankings. Black Book reports the results of the collected satisfaction and client experience rankings in publication and to media prior to the vendor notification of rating results and does not solicit vendor/agency participation fees, review fees, inclusion or briefing charges, consultation requirements and/or vendor collaboration as Black Book polls clients. Since 2010, Black Book Market Research LLC has polled the vendor and service firm satisfaction in the software/technology and managed services sectors around the globe. 

For methodology, auditing, resources, comprehensive research, and detailed results on the product and services rankings, see http://www.blackbookmarketresearch.com.

For more information, contact our survey team leaders at [email protected].

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Original Source: Behavioral Health Clinicians & Administrators Rate Netsmart as Highest in User Satisfaction, Black Book 2023 Technology Solutions Survey