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Physicians Rejoice that the IAPAM’s Training is the Best in Terms of Content, Presentation and Hands-On

March 6, 2013 staronepr Leave a comment

Physicians affirm that the IAPAM’s Symposium with Botox Training and the IAPAM New and Improved Clean Start ® hCG Training are, “very informative and FUN!” The latest physicians testimonials were published today on the IAPAM website.

Las Vegas, Nevada, USA – March 6, 2013 — Physician feedback on the IAPAM’s Symposium with Botox training (http://iapam.com/aesthetic-medicine-symposium-botox-training) and the IAPAM’s comprehensive NEW Physician Clean Start ® hCG Training (http://iapam.com/aesthetic-resources/clean-start-weight-loss-program) are consistent. The latest reviews are in, and physicians agree that the IAPAM (http://www.iapam.com) is the only physician-lead training organization that teaches doctors how to safely and profitably add $100,000+ a year in non-insurance based revenue to their practices.

The IAPAM’s (http://www.iapam.com) hCG Training and Botox Injection Training programs are the best aesthetic medical educational programs offered in North America. No other program in the U.S. offers a combination of expert, physician-led, hands on training coupled with a forum where doctors, of all medical specialties, come together to learn and share their experiences.

The IAPAM also offers long term clinical and business support to physicians who are adding aesthetic medical treatments and/or hCG to a practice, and attendees of the IAPAM’s Clean Start ® hCG Training and Symposiums with Botox training receive certification by the IAPAM, a voluntary professional association of physicians and supporters, which sets standards for the aesthetic medical profession.

Over 1500 physicians and their staff have taken the IAPAM’s Clean Start ® hCG Training and/or attended the IAPAM’s Aesthetic Medicine Symposium with Botox Training, and here are the latest reviews:

– “Best and most pertinent conference in terms of content, presentation and hands-on. The hotel [The Gainey Suites] was a great choice.” ~ J. Paquette, MD (Jan ’13)
– “The entire course was very knowledgeable…..but most of all, it was exciting to be re-introduced to minimally invasive skin rejuvenation procedures.” ~ E. Paquette (Jan ’13)
– “Hands on training with the exposure to the latest devices. Very Exciting. Meeting the technicians and physicians. Questions were answered readily. Dermafrac – very impressive. Also Botox & Filler techniques were amazing! Information and organization of the training was very precise – Easy to follow [handouts] and easy to take notes.” ~ J. Paquette, MA (Jan ’13)
– “Keep up the great work. Continue to offer other different informative seminars.” ~ A. Morrison, MD (Jan ’13)
– “Hands on segments were most beneficial. It was ALL interesting to me!” ~ L. Powers, DO (Jan ’13)
– “Lasers and Botox were well covered and informative.” ~ J. Galvin, MD (Jan ’13)
– “Great hands-on with everything.” ~ D. Lucas, NP-BC (Jan ’13)
– “[Everything] was applicable to my practice.” ~ F. Hayek, MD (Jan ’13)
– “Great conference!” ~ R. Hwang, MD (Jan ’13)
– “[The topic of most importance to me during the hCG Training was the] marketing and business aspect of aesthetics and weight loss. Absolutely worth it!” ~ N. Islam, MD (Jan ’13)
– “[The hCG Training] was very informative and at a good price and great personalities.” ~ A. Morrison, MD (Jan ’13)
– “[The hCG Training] consolidated what I was already doing through the IAPAM, plus got more ideas to grow my practice. Best value conference I’ve attended. Love the new Clean Start guide. Also, IAPAM has been supportive over the last couple of years.” ~ V. Thomas, MD (Jan ’13)
– “The [hCG Training] was very informative and FUN. I learned a lot. Keep up the good work!” ~ M. Jehan (Jan ’13)

Read ALL the testimonials regarding the IAPAM’s Clean Start ® hCG Training and its Aesthetic Medicine Symposium at http://iapam.com/category/what-our-clients-are-saying

To register for the IAPAM’s next Symposium or the IAPAM New and Improved Clean Start ® hCG Training seminar, visit http://www.iapam.com or contact the IAPAM at 1-800-219-5108 ext 704.

Botox is a trademark of Allergan, Inc.

About the IAPAM: The International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM)

The International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine is a voluntary global association of physicians and supporters, which sets standards for the aesthetic medical profession worldwide. The goal of the association is to offer education, ethical standards, credentialing, and member benefits to members around the globe. IAPAM membership is open to all licensed medical doctors (MDs), doctors of osteopathic medicine (DOs), physicians assistants (PAs), nurse practitioners (NPs) and dentists (DDSs/DMDs). The IAPAM offers aesthetic medicine and hCG medical weight management programs, including: botox training, medical aesthetic training, laser training, physician hCG training, and aesthetic practice business training. Additional information about the association can be accessed through the IAPAM’s website (http://www.iapam.com) or by contacting:

Jeff Russell, Executive-Director
International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM)
1-800-219-5108 ext. 704

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Immuno Biotech to present third paper on GcMAF at Immunotherapy and Immunomonitoring Conference

March 4, 2013 staronepr Leave a comment

GcMAF helps body destroy cancer cells.

St Peter Port, Guernsey (March 4, 2013) — Immuno Biotech Ltd has been invited to present its latest research paper on GcMAF at the 3rd Immunotherapy and Immunomonitoring Conference on April 22-25, 2013 in Krakow, Poland. Entitled “The effects of Vitamin D-binding protein-derived macrophage activating factor (GcMAF) on human breast cancer and neuroblastoma cells,” it is about examining how GcMAF destroys breast and brain cancer cells by use of microscope photography and the fixing and staining of microscope slides. GcMAF is a key part of the human body’s immune system and the body’s own production is often reduced or prevented by diseases and cancer.

“This is the third scientific paper that we have presented in two months,” said David Noakes, the CEO of Immuno Biotech. “We are actively adding to the growing body of scientific papers being generated by leading scientists around the world who are investigating how GcMAF can help the body naturally fight off diseases and cancer. Currently there are over 59 research papers on GcMAF by 142 eminent scientists. This growing interest in GcMAF by the scientific community resulted in this invitation to present our latest scientific paper at this prestigious conference. Having positive peer reviews at these international conferences on the effects of GcMAF is stimulating more scientists to start looking at how GcMAF can help in their research into diseases and cancer.”

In the past two months, Immuno Biotech has presented at the International Cancer Conference in Dubai and, as a result, was asked to supply GcMAF for testing by the University of Sharjah on its library of 2,000 cancer cell lines. The same paper was also presented at the Immunology Conference in San Diego and was so well received that a number of scientists said that they would be now be re-directing their work. And at the International Dubai Autism Conference, their paper on GcMAF and autism, and the trial on 1,500 children with 15% of children making full recoveries, and 85% improving, resulted in Immuno Biotech being asked to supply GcMAF for similar large scale trials in Dubai.

“We are investing heavily in state-of-the-art research equipment and intend to produce several more papers by the end of the year,” added David Noakes. “For example, our new high powered microscopes have been able to video GcMAF being used to destroy cancer cells by activating the macrophages, which are the body’s own natural way of fighting invaders and cancer. We are the first to have videoed this and it really impresses the audiences at the conferences to see GcMAF actually in action.” Video at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D1WZrnCcH24&feature=player_embedded.

Immuno Biotech is organising the World’s first GcMAF Immunology Conference that will be held at the Holiday Inn Frankfurt, Germany on 19th, 20th and 21st of April. Registration is open now for doctors and research scientists at http://gcmafconference.org and, from March 20th, registration opens for members of the public and patients wishing to learn more about GcMAF.

The quality of Immuno Biotech’s GcMAF has made it the World’s leading supplier and the provider of choice for scientists with the company being cited in over eight research papers to date. Many of the independent research papers on GcMAF are listed on its website http://www.gcmaf.eu.

Background
GcMAF is continually produced by healthy humans and is a vital part of the body’s immune system. It directs the immune system to destroy foreign invaders, such as viruses and bacteria, as well as the body’s own cells when they turn cancerous. However, many diseases attempt to prevent production of the body’s own GcMAF and, if successful, that prevents the immune system from fighting them resulting in the diseases growing unchecked and becoming chronic.

Immuno Biotech extracts GcMAF molecules from healthy human blood. A weekly injection of a tiny clear drop restores the level of GcMAF to normal – effectively a millionth of a conventional transfusion. This enables the body’s own natural defence mechanisms to fight the infection with the only occasional side effects being mild, cold-like symptoms as the immune system starts to function normally. It is extremely safe as it is a naturally occurring blood product. Noticeable improvements usually happen within three weeks and the time it takes for the body to fight the infection and return to being able to produce normal levels of its own GcMAF depends on the severity of the infection or cancer. An eight week course costs €660 including shipping so a typical 24 week course costs under €2000 – a fraction of the cost of chemotherapy, and, according to the research papers, more effective at fighting cancer. Immuno Biotech has supplied 4,000 patients through 300 doctors in 30 nations.

Immuno Biotech Contact: Beate Keisa, Immuno Biotech Ltd., Ph: 0044 7781 411737, Website: http://www.gcmaf.eu and click “contact” at the top to email.

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Immuno Biotech organises world’s first GcMAF Immunology Conference

February 26, 2013 staronepr Leave a comment

The conference will have talks by leading scientists and doctors from around the world and feature new research papers on the uses of GcMAF to restore the body’s immune system to full strength to fight diseases, autism and cancer.

St Peter Port, Guernsey (February 26, 2013) — The world’s first GcMAF conference will be held on the 19th, 20th and 21st of April in the attractive woodland Conference Centre at the Holiday Inn Frankfurt, Germany. Sponsored by Immuno Biotech Ltd, the conference will have talks by leading scientists and doctors from around the world and feature new research papers on the uses of GcMAF to restore the body’s immune system to full strength to fight diseases, autism and cancer.

David Noakes, Immuno Biotech’s CEO, said, “When research scientists and doctors meet to add together their individual results into one whole, the science takes a great step forward. It’s a pooling of the latest discoveries. We expect to come up with a definitive list of synergistic treatments which will allow doctors to treat stage 3 and some stage 4 cancers with the same 80% success that they achieve with GcMAF alone on stage 2 cancers.

“At the moment GcMAF eradicates autism in 15% of cases. By identifying the best complimentary treatments we hope to take that up to 40%. Amongst others, we hope to take ME/CFS from 30 to 50% success. The workshops will encourage informal networking and new ideas. We have a packed programme of talks by leading GcMAF researchers, doctors reporting on their success at eradicating cancer, autism and ME/CFS with GcMAF and, as a result, registrations are already flooding in.”

Registration is open now for doctors and research scientists at http://gcmafconference.org and, from March 20th, registration opens for members of the public and patients wishing to learn more about GcMAF.

Immuno Biotech extracts and isolates GcMAF molecules from healthy human blood. As part of the process of tests and assays to ensure its GcMAF is active, it has been conducting laboratory research into the methods by which GcMAF destroys cancers cells, and is publishing its first three research papers at international conferences on cancer, immunology and autism. Currently there are over 60 research papers on GcMAF by 142 eminent scientists with new peer-reviewed papers being added at an increasing rate from university teams and doctors from dozens of countries.

The quality of Immuno Biotech’s GcMAF has made it the World’s leading supplier and the provider of choice for doctors and scientists with the company being cited in eleven research papers to date. Many of the independent research papers on GcMAF are listed on its website http://www.gcmaf.eu.

Background
GcMAF is a vital part of the human immune system, which doesn’t work without it. However, many diseases including cancer attempt to prevent production of the body’s own GcMAF and, if successful, that prevents the immune system from fighting them, resulting in the diseases growing unchecked and becoming chronic.

Immuno Biotech extracts GcMAF molecules from healthy blood. A weekly injection of a tiny clear drop restores the level of GcMAF in the blood to normal, effectively one millionth of a blood transfusion. That enables the body’s own immune system to fight the disease, with the only occasional side effects being mild, cold-like symptoms as the immune system starts to function normally. The time it takes for the body to fight the infection and return to being able to produce normal levels of its own GcMAF depends on the severity of the infection or cancer. An eight week course costs €660 including shipping so a typical 24 week course costs under €2000 – a fraction of the cost of conventional treatments. Immuno Biotech has supplied 4,000 patients through 300 doctors in 30 nations.

Immuno Biotech Contact: Beate Keisa, Immuno Biotech Ltd., Ph: 0044 7781 411737, Website: http://www.gcmaf.eu and click “contact” at the top to email.

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2012 Statistics Show That Botox Training Will Help Physicians Grow Their Practices

February 26, 2013 staronepr Leave a comment

“For the third consecutive year, the overall growth in cosmetic surgery continues to be driven by a significant rise in minimally-invasive procedures,” confirmed Dr. Gregory Evans, MD, President of the ASPS.

Las Vegas, Nevada, USA – February 26, 2013 — The economy is seeing an upturn and so too is the aesthetic medical industry. The ASPS published that cosmetic procedures, both surgical and minimally invasive were up 5% over 2011. The IAPAM’s Aesthetic Medicine Symposium offers the most comprehensive, hands on, live demonstration and didactic instruction in all of the top 5 non-invasive procedures that the ASPS reports on, and offers unparalleled business support to physicians as they build successful aesthetic medical practices and capture the continued growth in the minimally-invasive market in 2013.

Surgical procedures grew only by 1% in 2012, but non-surgical treatments, such as botox, dermal fillers and chemical peels grew by 6%. “More people are turning to the more inexpensive non-invasive procedures rather than surgical cosmetic procedures,” says Jeff Russell, Executive Director of the International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (http://www.iapam.com). “They may not get the long term benefits of a face lift, but with a combination treatment of botox and dermal fillers, then can get a great result at a fraction of the price.” In the recent report from The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), there were 13 million non-surgical procedures performed in 2012, and as in 2011, in 2012, the top five minimally-invasive procedures were:

– Botulinum toxin type A (6.1 million procedures, up 8 percent)
– Soft tissue fillers (2 million procedures, up 5 percent)
– Chemical peel (1.1 million procedures, up 2 percent)
– Laser hair removal (1.1 million procedures, up 4 percent)
– Microdermabrasion (974,000 procedures, up 8 percent)

Jeff Russell concurs. “We are hearing from our members that minimally invasive procedures like botox and other cosmetic injectables, medically supervised hCG weight loss (http://www.hcgtraining.com) as well as laser treatments, microdermabrasion and chemical peels are in tremendous demand by patients, and we are seeing a correlating increase in the demand for our training. Registration for our cornerstone training program, the IAPAM’s Aesthetic Medicine Symposium with botox training (http://www.aestheticmedicinesymposium.com), has steadily increased in the last 6 months. Physicians are realizing they not only need to offer botox treatments to their patients, but also laser hair removal, IPL skin rejuvenation, chemical peels, and microdermabrasion. Organizations, like the IAPAM, educate physicians on how to package these treatments for the most appealing and profitable outcomes.”

In line with these findings, the IAPAM’s Aesthetic Medicine Symposium provides a forum for physicians to immerse themselves in hands-on and live demonstration training on these top 5 minimally invasive procedures. Leading the faculty is a team of renowned, board-certified cosmetic dermatologists who cover aesthetic patient consultations, facial anatomy & musculature, product preparation, pain management, procedural protocols, post treatment issues and continuing practice support. Unlike other programs, the botox training is done in a clean, multi-million dollar medical facility, not a hotel room chair.

For more information on the IAPAM’s upcoming Aesthetic Medicine Symposium and/or hCG Physician Training Seminar (http://www.hcgtraining.com), please see http://www.iapam.com or contact the IAPAM at 1-800-219-5108 ext. 704.

Botox is a trademark of Allergan, Inc.

About the International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM)

The International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine is a voluntary association of physicians and supporters, which sets standards for the aesthetic medical profession. The goal of the association is to offer education, ethical standards, credentialing, and member benefits. IAPAM membership is open to all licensed medical doctors (MDs), dentists (DDSs/DMDs) doctors of osteopathic medicine (DOs), physicians assistants (PAs) and nurse practitioners (NPs). The IAPAM offers aesthetic medicine and hCG medical weight management programs, including: botox training, medical aesthetic training, laser training, physician hCG training, and aesthetic practice business training. Additional information about the association can be accessed through the IAPAM’s website (http://www.iapam.com) or by contacting:

Jeff Russell, Executive-Director
International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM)
1-800-219-5108 ext. 704

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Prison Coach Welcomes Dr. C Tyrone Jennings as Director of Mental Health Services

February 26, 2013 flashnewsrelease Leave a comment

Dr. Jennings has extensive experience as a Forensic Counselor in the Criminal Justice system. it provided a direct relationship with government agencies in the Criminal Justice and Mental/Behavioral Health industries, i.e. F.B.I., U.S .Marshall’s Office, Parole Commission, U.S. Attorney’s Office, Bureau of Prisons and the Federal Judiciary.

New York, NY (USA), February 25, 2013 — Prison Coach has reinvented the prison consulting industry again by welcoming Dr. C Tyrone Jennings to the Prison Coach team ( http://www.prisoncoach.com ). President Steve Oberfest states “Dr. Jennings role as Director of Mental Health is extremely vital in that prior to self-surrendering and upon reentry into society our client’s mental health is extremely important. Prison Coach is the most respected and first company to begin prison consulting and it’s important that we continue setting the standard for all prison consultants who are popping up throughout the country.”

Dr. Jennings explained his role and objective as the Prison Coach Director of Mental Health Services “Through the Prison Coach mental health component, it will allow me to introduce to the offender, how to survive emotionally, psychologically, mentally and therapeutically , utilizing concepts of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Behavioral Modification, De-Escalation Strategies, Systematic Desensitization (SD), and Rational-Emotive Behavioral Therapy. These are but a minuscule approach to the development, re-shaping and modification of one’s cognition and application of pro-social values and socially acceptable thought automation.”

Vice President John Fuller stated “Prison Consulting is about ensuring that Vietnam Veterans, substance abusers, white collar professionals and others who have led criminal lifestyles receive proper pre and post incarceration treatmentp; particularly if there is a history of drug and alcohol abuse. Dr. Tyrone Jennings is the best person on the planet to provide such.” Fuller further stated “Too many Prison Consultant companies have surfaced since we began and make false promises to reduce sentences by filing 2255 Motions for ineffective assistance of counsel against their attorneys. They should focus on the client’s mental and emotional well-being and leave the legal work to attorneys who are equipped to handle those matters.” Oberfest stated “By the time that motion is filed and responded by the Circuit Court a client could have committed suicide due to a condition linked to criminality such as antisocial personality disorder, impulse contr ol disorders which are linked to criminal behaviors where as effective preparation might have prepared them to cope with prison if their case were denied. This position is right up Dr. Jennings alley.”

As prison consultants, Oberfest and Fuller spend a majority of their time public speaking at high schools, colleges and corporation. Volunteering their time to speak with troubled youth in inner cities is equally important to them. Dr. Jennings will play a pivotal role in that area also.

Oberfest, Fuller and Jennings are expected to speak with “At Risk Youths” on February 27, 2013 at the Belmont Academy located at 631 Belmont Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11207.

For more information about “Prison Coach and Dr. C Tyrone Jennings PhD”, visit their website http://www.prisoncoach.com

Press & Media Contact:
John Fuller
Prison Coach LLC
330 E 75th St
New York, NY, 10023 – USA
732-406-2834
prisoncoach247@gmail.com
http://www.prisoncoach.com

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Exercise Trends That Could Be Hazardous to Your Health

February 21, 2013 straightlinepr Leave a comment

Advanced Orthopedic offers guidance on mitigating potential risks of recent health trends

Denver, CO, February 20, 2013 — Each new year brings a renewed desire to get healthy and active. However, Advanced Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Specialists, Denver’s premier orthopedic practice for those determined to be active, warns of new exercise trends that may actually be hazardous to your health.

“Exercise and fitness trends are great at getting people active, healthy and engaged. But, they could also be harmful,” warns H. Andrew Motz, MD, orthopedic surgeon at Advanced Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Specialists. “It is critical that people approach these exercise options carefully to avoid ending up in our offices.”

Some of the recent health trends that the physicians at Advanced Orthopedic have identified as potentially harmful include:

1. Barefoot running advocates argue that the human body began running without shoes and that wearing shoes actually prevents foot muscle development. However, as this fitness trend continues to take off, runners could be risking injury by too quickly shifting to a new running style. Runners may experience stress fractures, shin splints and increased soreness in the calves as a result of not properly transitioning to this new running style and attempting to change their gait.

Instead of tossing your running shoes, Advanced Orthopedic recommends focusing on how your foot lands as you run and working to distribute the impact of each step throughout your entire foot, rather than mainly your heel.

2. High intensity circuit training classes have taken the fitness world by storm. But, the high intensity nature of these types of activities can pose increased injury risks if people try to do too much too fast. Without proper training and easing into an activity, even the most elite of athletes can suffer an injury.

If a high intensity workout is what motivates you to stay active, take part in a class that lets you move at your own pace and remember to take the crucial time at the beginning of your workout to warm up and stretch. Also, pay careful attention to form. Many times in these fast paced workout environments, in an effort to keep up, individuals struggle to maintain good form and end up hurting themselves.

3. For the right individual, yoga is a great way to de-stress and workout, but that does not mean it is the fitness trend for everybody. First-time yogis trying a more advanced class or pose could overextend their muscles aggravating them, even pulling a muscle. Yoga is all about stretching, but if you do not listen to your own body you could harm yourself.

If you are giving yoga a try for the first time, or even as you advance in your yoga practice, take it slow and come out of a pose if it is too difficult and you feel your muscles begin to shake and fatigue.

4. Spin classes are an excellent way to get a great cardiovascular workout, but many enthusiastic instructors may incorporate too many gyrations while on the bike. Incorporating squats, hovers, push-ups, hip thrusts, jumps or one-foot spins are not always appropriate to be performed on a bike. These types of moves can risk shoulder and knee injuries.

Remember that these extra movements are merely suggested options, not required and not recommended. Simply riding a bike at the appropriate intensity and incline level can be a productive workout.

5. At first glance, the exercise items being sold on TV may look like a fast, easy way to get in shape—but if it seems too good to be true, it probably is. Whenever you bring a stationary piece of equipment into your home to augment your workout regimen, it is important to make sure you have taken all the proper precautions to ensure its safety.

Not properly securing punching bags or pull-up bars could cause injuries if they come loose from the wall during a workout. Additionally, a new abdominal or weightlifting machine may look like the quick fix on TV, but individuals should always slowly ease into a new activity to reduce unnecessary strain and stress on joints and muscle.

6. The Kinesio Taping® Method, an exercise trend seen frequently in the 2012 London Olympics, is applying highly elastic athletic tape to muscles in an effort to reduce pain and inflammation and support muscles in their normal, day-in and day-out movement.

However, it is certainly not a cure for tired or overused muscles. Kinesio tape can be helpful to ease muscle aches and pains, but is not advised as a replacement option for orthopedic treatments due to a torn meniscus or rotator cuff, for example.

“Exercise can help you lose weight, reduce risk of disease and prolong your life. But it should be done thoughtfully,” explains Dr. Motz. “A good rule of thumb is to listen to your mind and body—if it looks too good to be true, it probably is; and if you’re feeling shaky or overwhelmingly fatigued, you could be putting yourself at serious risk of injury.”

For other injury prevention guidance, visit Advanced Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Specialists at www.advancedortho.org/sports.html.

About Advanced Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Specialists:
Advanced Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Specialists is the premier orthopedic practice for those determined to be active. Home to the top doctors in their fields of expertise, Advanced Orthopedic educates, prepares and supports patients from diagnosis through recovery. Active in innovation, Advanced Orthopedic offers a full continuum of care – from physical therapy to non-surgical options to advanced surgery – for orthopedic injuries and conditions ranging from knees, hips, shoulders, backs, hands and feet. As the premier orthopedic provider, Advanced Orthopedic strives to return patients of all ages, at all levels of activity and who have a variety of orthopedic conditions to their peak performance.

Contact:
Molly Koch
Communications Strategy Group
3225 East 2nd Avenue
Denver, Colo., 80206
303-433-7020
mkoch@csg-pr.com
http://www.csg-pr.com

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Eating Recovery Center Offers Guidance to Help Individuals Avoid Eating Disorders Relapse

February 21, 2013 straightlinepr Leave a comment

International treatment center encourages four strategies for living a life of recovery

Denver, CO, February 20, 2013 – Tens of millions of Americans struggle with eating disorders, including a growing population of baby boomers, adolescents and children. For individuals in recovery from these complex illnesses, a frightening reality is the possibility of eating disorders relapse. In fact, a 2005 study in the European Eating Disorders Review found that more than one-third of individuals who have struggled with anorexia nervosa or bulimia nervosa will experience an eating disorders relapse in the first two and a half years after leaving a treatment center.

With National Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2013 taking place next week, February 24-March 2, Eating Recovery Center, an international center providing comprehensive treatment for eating disorders, seeks to highlight the skills and support structures that help men, women and children live a life of recovery. Recognizing that the hardest work of recovery often begins upon returning to “real life” following intensive eating disorders treatment, Eating Recovery Center offers these four strategies to help individuals protect their health and avoid eating disorders relapse.

1. Remain actively engaged with the aftercare plan. Discharge planning and the development of a recovery-focused post-treatment strategy are critical in creating sustainable recoveries and preventing relapse. These individualized aftercare plans are created by licensed therapists who work closely with a patient’s treatment team to identify emotional, behavioral and situational discharge challenges, and outline personal and recovery-focused goals.

2. Develop a strong supportive network. Friends, family and colleagues who have been educated about eating disorders and understand how to support a loved one in his or her recovery can be very helpful in sustaining recovery. Many individuals find a strong recovery-focused community through the alumni programming offered by many treatment centers. These programs generally provide ongoing education, events and a sense of community to support a life of eating disorders recovery.

3. Identify values and pursue valued life directions. Values not only serve as a compass for people’s lives, but also help individuals with eating disorders understand why change is necessary and pursue that change, even when it feels overwhelmingly difficult. Not surprisingly, identifying values and valued life directions are key components of the eating disorders recovery process. Taking time to be in touch with values and align thoughts and actions with valued life directions can help sustain recovery, even in times of stress or challenges.

4. Seek help. Sustainable recoveries do not just happen. Individuals and families in recovery from eating disorders must work diligently to protect and maintain a healthy weight and body image. The need for additional support – through support groups, outpatient therapy or an intensive treatment program – does not indicate failure, but rather underscores an ongoing commitment to doing whatever it takes to sustain eating disorders recovery.

“By nature, individuals with eating disorders tend to be perfectionistic and high achieving—they like to do things right, and they like to be the best at their endeavors,” explains Julie Holland, MHS, CEDS, chief marketing officer at Eating Recovery Center. “Their approach to recovery is generally no different, and patients often struggle to understand that life without an eating disorder looks different for every individual and there is no ‘right’ or ‘perfect’ way to live a life of recovery. In addition to developing recovery skills and implementing effective support systems, patients must also accept that challenges are likely to arise and understand that they have not failed even if recovery lapses occur.”

For more information about National Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2013, visit www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/nedawareness-week.

Join Eating Recovery Center and its partner programs, The Moore Center and Summit Eating Disorders and Outreach Program, at the following events during National Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2013:

* National Eating Disorders Association Walk, hosted by The Eating Disorder Network of Central Florida; Sunday, February 24, Orlando, Fla. (Eating Recovery Center sponsoring)

* Mind and Body Fair, hosted by the University of Northern Colorado’s Women’s Resource Center; Monday, February 25, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Greeley, Colo. (Eating Recovery Center exhibiting)

* Eating Recovery Center Patient Artwork Exhibit; February 25-March 1, Eating Recovery Center lobby, 1830 Franklin Street, Denver, Colo.

* Eating Recovery Center Patient Artwork Exhibition Reception; Thursday, February 28, 5:30-7:00 p.m., Eating Recovery Center lobby, 1830 Franklin Street, Denver, Colo.

* Amber Sokoll, MA, NCC, RYT, speaking at Beyond the Mirror’s professional networking event; Tuesday, February 26, Fort Collins, Colo.

* Jennifer Lombardi, MFT, speaking at the Celebrate Your Body Week event, hosted by the University of California Davis; Wednesday, February 27, Davis, Calif. (Summit speaking, exhibiting)

* Jennifer Lombardi, MFT, speaking at the Love Your Body event, hosted by California State University Sacramento; Thursday, February 28, Sacramento, Calif. (Summit speaking, exhibiting)

* Celebrity Dance Challenge, hosted by the Eating Disorders Information Network; Thursday, February 28, Atlanta, Ga. (Eating Recovery Center sponsoring, attending)

* Jen Sommer, RD, speaking at Eating Disorders Coalition of Iowa event; Saturday, March 2, Des Moines, Iowa. (Eating Recovery Center speaking, exhibiting)

* National Eating Disorders Association Walk, hosted by the University of Nevada Reno; Saturday, March 2, Reno, Nev. (Summit sponsoring, exhibiting)

* Binge Eating Disorder Workshop, hosted by The Moore Center; Saturday, March 2, Bellevue, Wash.

Editor: Nationally recognized eating disorders experts, including Julie Holland and Drs. Kenneth L. Weiner, Emmett R. Bishop, Ovidio Bermudez and Craig Johnson, along with patients in recovery, are available for interviews to supplement your National Eating Disorders Awareness Week stories. Contact Molly Koch at (303) 433-7020 or mkoch@csg-pr.com to arrange an interview.

About Eating Recovery Center
Eating Recovery Center is an international center providing comprehensive treatment for anorexia, bulimia, EDNOS and binge eating disorder. Under the personal guidance and care of Drs. Kenneth Weiner, Craig Johnson, Emmett Bishop and Ovidio Bermudez, programs provide a full spectrum of services for children, adolescents and adults that includes Inpatient, Residential, Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient and Outpatient Services. Our compassionate team of professionals collaborates with treating professionals and loved ones to cultivate lasting behavioral change. Denver-based facilities include the Behavioral Hospital for Adults, the Behavioral Hospital for Children and Adolescents, the Partial Hospitalization Program and Outpatient Services for Adults, and the Partial Hospitalization Program for Children and Adolescents. In an effort to increase patient access to care throughout the United States, Eating Recovery Center partners with Summit Eating Disorders and Outreach Program in Sacramento, Cali., and The Moore Center for Eating Disorders in Bellevue, Wash. Summit offers Partial Hospitalization and Outpatient Services as well as Intensive Outpatient and Outpatient Services in Fresno and Roseville. The Moore Center offers Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient and Outpatient Services. For more information, please contact us at 877-218-1344 or info@EatingRecoveryCenter.com or confidentially chat live on our website at www.EatingRecoveryCenter.com.

Contact:
Molly Koch
Communications Strategy Group
3225 East 2nd Avenue
Denver, Colo., 80206
303-433-7020
mkoch@csg-pr.com
http://www.csg-pr.com

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IAPAM Announces Next Symposium with Botox Injection Training: March 23-24, 2013

February 13, 2013 staronepr Leave a comment

The IAPAM supports physicians entering this cash-based market by offering their NEXT dermatologist-led Aesthetic Medicine Symposium with Botox Training in Scottsdale, Arizona on March 23-24, 2013.

Las Vegas, Nevada, USA – February 13, 2013 — The IAPAM leads its competitors in offering the most complete botox training and aesthetic medicine education in North America. Attendees at the IAPAM’s Aesthetic Medicine Symposiums will have the competitive advantage of learning from board-certified dermatologists and experts in the fields of botox injection training, lasers, dermal fillers, hCG for weight loss, chemical peels and microdermabrasion. To that end, the IAPAM supports physicians entering this cash-based market by offering their NEXT dermatologist-led Aesthetic Medicine Symposium with Botox Training in Scottsdale, Arizona on March 23-24, 2013.

The IAPAM’s Aesthetic Medicine Symposium is specifically designed by physicians, for physicians, to educate and train on the top aesthetic medical procedures like: Botox, dermal filler injections, lasers for skin rejuvenation & hair removal, microdermabrasion, and chemical peels. The IAPAM’s March 23-24, 2013 Symposium has integrated the most important clinical, aesthetic medicine business, and Botox training ALL into one weekend, including:

– dedicated instruction from board-certified dermatologists, who are true experts of the skin and cosmetic injectables;
– hands-on practice in the best Botox injection techniques;
– Botox training at a multi-million dollar medical practice, not in a hotel room; and
– an environment that does not allow exhibitors, giving physicians more time for education.

Attendees also have the opportunity to:

1. Attend the IAPAM’s Aesthetic Practice Start-Up Workshop (http://iapam.com/aesthetic-practice-startup-workshop) on Monday, March 25, 2013, a program highlighting the latest information on medspa business development and social media marketing.
2. Attend the IAPAM’s Clean Start hCG Weight Loss Training (http://www.hcgtraining.com) on Friday, March 22, 2013, which covers the new Clean Start hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) for Weight Loss Program, prescription appetite suppressants, ketogenic diet based programs, meal replacements and B6/12 injections.

Add aesthetic medicine modalities to a medical practice in 2013! Physicians who have attended the Aesthetic Medicine Symposium with Botox Injection Training RAVE (http://www.iapam.com/category/testimonials) about its comprehensiveness, and the year of practice support and client service from the IAPAM definitely makes this association and this training program different than the others:

For more information on the IAPAM’s Botox Training, watch the comprehensive video on our Symposium at http://youtu.be/bBQlS0CpOvw or to register for the next Aesthetic Medicine Symposium on March 23-24 2013, please contact the IAPAM, at 1-800-219-5108 ext. 704, or visit http://iapam.com/aesthetic-medicine-symposium-botox-training.

Botox is a trademark of Allergan, Inc. Dermafrac is a trademark of Genesis Biosystems, Inc.

About the IAPAM: The International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine

The International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine is a voluntary association of physicians and supporters, which sets standards for the aesthetic medical profession. The goal of the association is to offer education, ethical standards, credentialing, and member benefits. IAPAM membership is open to all licensed medical doctors (MDs), dentists (DDSs/DMDs) doctors of osteopathic medicine (DOs), physicians assistants (PAs) and nurse practitioners (NPs). The IAPAM offers aesthetic medicine and hCG medical weight management programs, including: Botox training, medical aesthetic training, laser training, physician hCG training, and aesthetic practice business training. Additional information about the association can be accessed through the IAPAM’s website (http://www.iapam.com) or by contacting:

Jeff Russell, Executive-Director
International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM)
1-800-219-5108 x704

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New specials and Offers for Valentine day from NY Laser

February 10, 2013 straightlinepr Leave a comment

Be “Sweet” to Yourself This Valentine’s Day! Treat Yourself to a More Beautiful You with New York Laser Aesthetics’ New and Innovative Technology!

Manhasset, NY, February 09, 2013 – Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and whether you find yourself attached or single, New York Laser & Aesthetics in Manhasset, NY would like to remind you to show yourself some “love!” New York Laser & Aesthetics is proud to announce an array of new, top of the line, FDA-approved laser technology for your every need! They are committed to using the newest, safest, most effective technology available on clients to achieve visible and long-lasting results. Treat yourself to smooth, hairless skin with the medical-grade Epicare Aesthetic Laser System; a more even skin tone, less wrinkles and sagging skin with an expert chemical peel; sun and age spot removal with the innovative Q-Clear Yag Laser, or even healthy, fungus-free nails with the brand new Q-Clear Foot Laser!

Impress yourself and your valentine with your new, more beautiful self–look and feel your best as you celebrate the day with a romantic dinner or go dancing out on the town! Show off smooth, hair-free legs in a beautiful dress and healthy toenails in a pair of sexy heels. Winter is the perfect time to have a skin procedure done, or to begin a laser hair removal regimen because skin heals faster when it is not exposed to the sun too intensely. Your look will be complete by springtime or summertime—just in time for t-shirts, shorts, bathing suits and flip flops weather!

New York Laser & Aesthetics is Long Island’s leading laser hair removal and skin treatment clinic, located in the Americana Manhasset shopping center. Their clinic is convenient to Great Neck, Port Washington, Syosset, Jericho, Garden City, and Oyster Bay. Their caring, experienced staff is New York State licensed, insured and bonded. New York Laser & Aesthetics’ clinic is discreet, private, and clean, and their clients’ comfort and satisfaction is of utmost concern. They strive to offer convenient hours, and are open Saturdays.

The staff of New York Laser & Aesthetics invites you to experience laser hair removal with our cutting edge Zimmer Cooling System, which continuously blasts cold air at the skin area being treated, to minimize any irritation to surrounding skin tissue. You can feel free to cozy up to your valentine through those long winter nights with perfectly smooth, fuzz-free skin, thanks to this exciting breakthrough technology! New York Laser & Aesthetics is proud to provide laser hair removal services on a multitude of body areas, ranging from the arms, legs, chest, stomach, underarms, neck, sideburns, upper lip, chin, back, and bikini area. Men and women save time getting ready for work without having to shave every morning, and save money over time by not having to make expensive waxing and plucking appointments at a salon. Laser hair removal is also popular with professional and recreational athletes, such as runners, cyclists, swimmers and weightlifters.

The Q-Clear Yag Laser is another new and advanced piece of technology that New York Laser & Aesthetics is excited to introduce to clients. Want to show off a new younger, more glamorous “you” to your valentine, or simply remove a pesky birthmark that’s always bothered you? The Q-Clear Yag Laser, the same technology used in tattoo removal, is used to lighten and remove the pigment from spots on the skin. New York Laser & Aesthetics offers Q-Clear Yag Laser treatments for permanent sun spot, age spot, liver spot, freckles and café au lait spot removal. This innovative technology is very safe and extremely effective. Pain is minimal, and spots can be lightened in as little as two twenty-minute sessions. The laser does not harm the surrounding skin at all. The number of sessions is determined by the size, color, and location of one’s spots. Clients are finally freed from having to wear thick makeup to cover up their spots, or from risking skin scarring and hyper- or hypopigmentation as a result of unsuccessful treatments such as cryo-surgery.

New York Laser & Aesthetics is excited to help clients conquer unsightly toenail fungus with their brand new Q-Clear Foot Laser. This breakthrough procedure has only recently been made available to the public, after years of research. The laser “zaps” the fungus and new clear, shiny nail growth is visible within four to five months. Treatment is safe, painless and fast, and has been proven effective at permanently eliminating fungus from fingernails and toenails. The procedure will not cause any adverse damage to nails or one’s mobility. If you are embarrassed of your feet, New York Laser & Aesthetics can help give you your confidence back!

New York Laser & Aesthetics stands behind their services and is proud to offer special package deals, including an initial six-treatment laser hair removal package with a “lifetime guarantee” afterwards of any additional treatments at 50% off for life! Whether it’s laser hair removal, age spot removal, toenail fungus removal or any other skin needs you have, New York Laser & Aesthetics will be happy to help you achieve your skin goals.

Need a great gift idea for Valentine’s Day? How about a gift certificate to New York Laser & Aesthetics in Manhasset, NY—what could be better than treating your valentine to confidence, youth, peace of mind and convenience? Please contact New York Laser & Aesthetics for a free consultation and to find out about any current and upcoming promotions. They can be reached at (516) 627-7777, or contact them through their website at www.nylaser1.com, or on their Facebook page. Have a wonderful Valentine’s Day!

Contact:
Ofra Grinbaum
New York Laser Aesthetics
Americana at Manhasset
2110 Northern Blvd. (Suite. 202)
Manhasset, NY 11030
516-627-7777
info@nylaser1.com
http://www.nylaser1.com

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IAPAM’s Physician hCG Training Echoes the Benefits Showcased in Dr. Oz’s February 6 Segment

February 9, 2013 staronepr Leave a comment

The core principles of the IAPAM’s New and Improved Clean Start hCG Weight Loss Training are consistent with those showcased by Dr. Oz in his recent February 6th, 2013, segment on hCG for weight loss.

Las Vegas, Nevada, USA – February 9, 2013 — The IAPAM has trained over 800 physicians on how to safely offer hCG for weight loss, and well over 33,000 patients have successfully lost weight using the IAPAM’s Exclusive hCG Protocol. The core principles of the IAPAM’s New and Improved Clean Start hCG Weight Loss Training are consistent with those showcased by Dr. Oz in his recent February 6th, 2013, segment on hCG for weight loss. After challenging a leading hCG physician last year to complete a study of the success rates and benefits of the hCG Protocol for weight loss, Dr. Oz commented that a physician supervised hCG protocol, like that taught by the IAPAM, does work for many patients.

In his February 6th, 2013 segment on hCG for weight loss (http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/new-hcg-diet), Dr. Oz presented the data supplied by a leading medical weight management physician, that patients can lose weight successfully with the use of pharmaceutical hCG (human Chorionic Gonadotropin) while under a doctor’s strict supervision.

In a follow up study conducted by Dr. Sheri Emma, Dr. Oz highlighted the study’s findings that patients following a strict, medically supervised hCG Protocol effectively lost weight. “It is the diet that drives weight loss, but it is the hCG injections that affect how one loses the weight,” Dr Emma explained. “hCG helps the patients keep the weight off because muscle is retained during the diet, unlike other diets that typically result in muscle loss.” This makes sense, because after people lose 30lbs they should require less calories, but in fact, as confirmed through Resting Metabolic Rate testing, patients can eat a similar amount of calories after the conclusion of an hCG program. This is due to the muscle being retained during the protocol (and muscle burns more calories than fat). “Patients can lose weight with the diet with or without the hCG, but one will keep the weight off longer if one does it with pharmaceutical hCG because it changes one’s body composition in favor of muscle over fat.”

The IAPAM’s New and Improved Clean Start hCG Weight Loss Protocol is based upon the successful protocol originally developed in 1954 by Dr. Simeons, and detailed in his report, Pounds and Inches, and is built around a low calorie diet coupled with the administration of the pharmaceutical grade of the naturally occurring hormone, hCG. The IAPAM’s hCG Protocol has been administered safely to over 33,000 patients around the world with consistent weight loss results.

To date, all of the IAPAM’s 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013 Physician hCG Medical Weight Management seminars have sold out, so to register for the next hCG Training session on March 22, 2013 in Scottsdale, Arizona, please go to http://www.hcgtraining.com, or contact the IAPAM at 1-800-219-5108 ext 708.

About the International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine

The International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine is a voluntary association of physicians and supporters, which sets standards for the aesthetic medical profession. The goal of the association is to offer education, ethical standards, credentialing, and member benefits. IAPAM membership is open to all licensed medical doctors (MDs), dentists (DDSs/DMDs) doctors of osteopathic medicine (DOs), physicians assistants (PAs) and nurse practitioners (NPs). Information about the association can be accessed through IAPAM’s website at http://www.IAPAM.com or by contacting:

Jeff Russell, Executive-Director
International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM)
1-800-219-5108 x708

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