Author: Dorron Blumberg

APDA EXPANDS UNIQUE PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP PROGRAM FOR NEWLY DIAGNOSED TO WEST PALM BEACH, FL

Posted by | Nov 20, 2018 | |

Professionally-facilitated, eight-week support group program features tailored content focused on psychosocial needs of people starting on their Parkinson’s disease journey
 The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) is expanding a unique eight-week standardized support group program to now serve people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) in West Palm Beach, FL.  The Parkinson’s Roadmap for Education and Support Services™ (PRESS™) program was created in an effort to elevate the quality of support provided to people living with PD featuring a specific curriculum designed to address the psychosocial aspects of life with PD.

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Cleveland Clinic Florida Adds Hours and Locations for Express Care Services

Posted by | Nov 20, 2018 | |

Cleveland Clinic Florida has announced extended hours for Express Care services in Weston and the addition of new locations where Express Care services are available. Now available at Cleveland Clinic’s medical offices in Parkland, Palm Beach Gardens and Wellington, Express Care Clinics are designed to give patients walk-in treatment for common health issues from board-certified physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants. 

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NICKLAUS CHILDREN’S HOSIPTAL VERIFIED AS A LEVEL I PEDIATRIC TRAUMA CENTER BY THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS

Posted by | Nov 19, 2018 | |

Nicklaus Children’s is the Only Facility in South Florida Verified as a Level I Pediatric Trauma Center
 
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital has been verified as a Level I Pediatric Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons (ACS) and is the only hospital in South Florida to achieve Level I Pediatric Trauma Center verification. 
 
"This verification is a testament to our dedicated staff that works tirelessly to ensure children in our community are provided the highest standards in pediatric care. We look forward to continuing to serve the children and their families, said Dr. Leopoldo Malvezzi, pediatric surgeon and Director of Trauma Program at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital.

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Lee Health Welcomes New Mental and Behavioral Health Leader, Harvard Medical School Instructor Paul Simeone, Ph.D. Joins Lee Health as Vice President of Mental and Behavioral Health

Posted by | Nov 19, 2018 | |

Paul Simeone, Ph.D. has joined Lee Health as Vice President of Mental and Behavioral Health. In his new role, Simeone will lead Lee Health’s behavioral and mental health initiatives while working with community partners to improve behavioral health care in Southwest Florida.  
 
Simeone has more than 30 years’ experience in mental and behavioral health as an educator, administrator and practicing clinical psychologist. 
 
“We’re thrilled to bring Paul on board. He brings extensive mental and behavioral health experience with highly-regarded organizations around the country,” said John Chomeau, Lee Health’s Chief Population Health Officer. “Paul’s unique combination of leadership, teaching, operations and clinical practice will help Lee Health drive improvements to behavioral and mental health care in Southwest Florida.” 

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