Hospital usage of surgery management solutions has matured past basic charting and scheduling functionalities--which are currently nearing 90 percent adoption--to more advanced tools, according to a new report from KLAS. KLAS' first surgery management study since 2007, "Surgery Management Study 2010: In Pursuit of Advanced Functionality" comprises interviews from 509 providers at 426 organizations. According to the report, hospitals have expanded use of surgery management functionalities in the last three years, though adoption of resource scheduling and nurse documentation ...

Richard G. Davis, MD, one of the original founding partners of Island Eye Surgicenter and the founder of Precision Eye Care, announces that a decision has been reached to acquire one of the first OCT guided Femtosecond lasers designed for cataract surgery in the country. "This new procedure will improve the safety and reproducibility of cataract surgery, making an already successful procedure less risky and more reliable," says Dr. Davis. "This will be the next big breakthrough in eye surgery and I am very excited about the future. The laser will be guided by a computer ...

During the months of February, March and April, RakeTheRake players will be able to earn, or win, themselves a 16GB + Wi-Fi iPad. The RakeTheRake iPad extravaganza offers the biggest and smallest rakers the chance to win the biggest 'must have' gadget of the 21st century. Players who meet the varying minimum rake requirements during the qualifying months at any of 4 rooms (Betfair, PokerHeaven, Minted and Carbon) will earn an iPad outright. Players are also able to win an iPad by qualifying for freerolls for raking from just $1 at selected poker rooms. RakeTheRake iPad ...

"With this latest CRTC ruling on Internet metering, Canada shows once again it does not care about small business," says Greg Kopchuk, Edmonton-based ML of ActionCOACH Canada, the world's #1 business coaching firm. On Jan 28, the CRTC issued a ruling that "smaller Canadian Internet service providers, who operate via networks owned by bigger telecom firms such as BCE, will soon have to pass along the bulk of their host's charges for extra bandwidth use." (Victoria Times-Colonist, Jan 28, 2011). Asked by clients what this means for small business, Kopchuk clarified: "It's ...

I've been asked by a lot of people recently, who don't know yet about the type of divorce law that Timby Hunt practices, "why is collaborative divorce and divorce mediation the best way to deal with child custody issues, in Bucks County?" First of all, in the collaborative process, we don't call it custody, we call it parenting, because that's really what clients are doing...their parenting their children, just from two different households. What's really beneficial is that clients don't have to talk to the attorney about parenting - in terms of the schedule - as ...

Institute for Social Policy and Understanding (ISPU) Fellows Azeem Ibrahim and Mehmet Celebi reviewed key factors indicating the urgent need for effective public diplomacy in Muslim-majority countries during a series of meetings in which they shared findings from their latest report, "How to Improve the United States' Image in the Muslim World." The report outlines how to address recently identified trends such as the decentralization of organizations like Al Qaeda and the rise of self starter terror cells, coupled with global demographic changes that will result in ...

Never let the price dictate what you can get for your loved one Strapped for cash during this very special day for lovers? You need not have to spend tons just to surprise your partner. In fact, there are cheap Valentines Day gifts you can obtain which will surely bring joy. Ever thought of boosting your partner's morale in his or her efforts at leading a healthier lifestyle? Then by all means fix fruit baskets! Simply adorn the baskets with ribbons and laces, fill to the brim with fresh organic fruits from the local farmer's market, and you have not just a creative ...

American Community Television (ACT) has learned that a bill before the State Legislature would completely wipe out Public, Educational and Government (PEG) access television in that state. "This is the most aggressive piece of industry backed legislation we have seen to date," said John Rocco, President of ACT. "Other states have seriously damaged our local community media, but New Jersey seeks to wipe it out all together." Introduced by Senator Raymond Lesniak (D-Elizabeth), the bill removes provisions for PEG access television, eliminates traditional requirements ...

Oniqua Enterprise Analytics (www.oniqua.com), the leading provider of analytics-based MRO optimization solutions for asset-intensive organizations, today announced that Oniqua CEO and co-founder Andy Hill will speak at the Energy CFO Summit on Thursday, February 17, 2011. The event will take place February 16-18, 2011, at the Westin Diplomat Hotel in Hollywood, Florida. In his speech entitled, "Using Analytics to Improve Your Return-on-Assets", Andy Hill will outline a structured methodology that will show how financial executives can quickly assess the opportunities ...

Niche Retail LLC, full-service marketing and e-commerce solutions providers, have announced that they have reached Google AdWords Certified Partner status, completing the new training and certification program offered by Google. The new Google AdWords Certification program, replacing the long-standing Google Advertising Professionals (GAP) program, features a more rigorous exam process designed to provide a comprehensive and up-to-date strategy-focused training and certification on the latest tools and best practices for managing AdWords accounts. "Google has increased ...

Experts in real estate South of France attributed the strong growth last year to the improved financing conditions implemented by the French government to cushion the country's economic decline. Thanks to these measures the final quarter of 2010 saw those looking to invest in property for sale South of France were able to borrow more at historically low interest rates. With French mortgages hitting post war lows of 3.3% down from 5% just two years previously. Believed to be more stable than other asset classes (bonds, equities), buyers believe real estate France investment ...

"For the first time, energy renovations top the list of preferred improvements among home owners. Earlier people favored kitchen and bath in particular. One explanation for this change can be the cold winter, rising energy taxes and more focus on the climate," says Lars Majgaard Kjaer, chief of valuation, Realkredit Danmark. Realkredit Danmark's survey on the house improvement website Kloge m2 ('Smart m2') shows that 4 out of 10 house owners are taking or plan to take energy improvement measures, while only every third house owner now wants a new kitchen or bath. Energy ...

Depending on the desired results, many different facelift techniques are available today to help you achieve a younger, more youthful look. Unfortunately, no consensus exists on the best type of facelift to perform. The outcome of your facelift procedure lies in the hands of a qualified plastic surgeon that knows how to tailor each procedure to match the specific needs of each patient. A qualified plastic surgeon can determine if small results that need minimal recovery or a more extensive facial overhaul might be necessary. Today, plastic surgeons offer many different ...

The statute of limitations set for personal injury claims depends on the type of personal injury claim and the state in which the claim is being filed. You will want to hire an experienced personal injury attorney to help you file your claim within the statute of limitations time frame so you do not lose out on any potential compensation. What is a statute of limitations? A statute of limitations is a law about time limits for filing claims. Every state establishes their specific set of time limits for when you must file your personal injury case. This law is in place ...

An emergency room in Atlanta is a vital medical facility for the treatment of illness and injury. By definition the ER is staffed and equipped to handle medical emergencies that threaten life and limb. Emergency rooms also treat patients with medical conditions that are perceived to be serious enough to require urgent care rather than waiting for an appointment with a physician. The essential role of Triage Triage is an essential first line function of the emergency room. A wide range of conditions are encountered in the ER from minor to very serious. Because of ...

Your teeth are protected from the daily grind by strong and healthy tooth enamel. Without this thin armor, teeth are susceptible to disease and decay. Eroding tooth enamel must be treated as quickly as possible by a skilled dentist to protect the life of your tooth. Durability of Tooth Enamel Dentists understand tooth enamel acts in the form of a thin shell that is the hardest tissue in your entire body. Although the shell is tough, protecting the strenuous activity teeth perform daily is detrimental. Food, chemicals, drinks and natural use regularly compete against ...

Advances in plastic surgery have improved the options available when undergoing a facelift. This is no longer a one-size-fits-all procedure. Instead, your plastic surgeon can design a custom facelift to address your unique aesthetic goals and physical attributes. If you are just looking to minimize the signs of aging in your mid-facial region, cheeks, and jowls, then a short scar facelift might be the right option for you. Also called a minimal access cranial suspension (MACS) lift, the short scar facelift offers you the following benefits compared to a traditional ...

As 300,000 visitors invade Arlington, Dallas and Fort Worth this week for Super Bowl XLV, an influx of 40,000 prostitutes are expected to follow. Local police are poised for a serious prostitution crackdown; for years they have been preparing for battle with this illegal trade that is now inseparable from the Super Bowl. In fact, Dallas police can be considered seasoned veterans in battling the human-trafficking industry. Dallas played host to last year's NBA All-Star game, which also meant it hosted tens of thousands of prostitutes. Police found it to be an especially ...

The events of September 11th have permanently changed the way law enforcement fights crime. The Fourth Amendment has long offered protection from unreasonable searches and seizures, but slowly, those protections are being minimized by new laws and court decisions upholding invasive investigatory tactics by state and federal agencies. Many rules have been passed to help prevent terrorism from spreading, to allow officials to detect those who would do harm to our country. While these rules have helped officials keep track of potential terrorists, it also allowed law enforcement ...

The importance of a yearly physical has long been stressed by medical professionals to help detect serious illnesses before they become problems. Doctors alerted to medical conditions can help proscribe a treatment plan which will put patients on the road to complete recovery. All too often, physicians miss signs that lead to tragic consequences. For young women, hard to detect cancers may develop and spread because of a physician's inability to diagnose the cancer at an early stage. The rate of survival for cancers increases the earlier it is detected. Breast cancer ...

Employees in today's economy know how fortunate they are to have a job. With unemployment rates rising, employers have the advantage. They can set the terms of employment, and if a prospective employee is unhappy with the proposal, someone else will gladly work under the conditions offered. While employees are protected by various state and federal laws, those laws are constantly changing. With employers focused on keeping costs of projects low, workplace safety has become a major issue, especially preventing many various types of construction accidents, which can cause ...

The past few years have seen a sharp uptick in bankruptcy filings across age, economic and cultural lines. Surprisingly, however, the biggest spike comes from people over the age of 65, a demographic that previously had one of the lowest levels of bankruptcy filings. Demos, a New York City-based public policy advocacy and research group, shows that there has been a 26% increase in the past five years alone. A landmark 2010 study performed by the University of Michigan Law School demonstrates the huge rise in elder bankruptcy filings as well as another surprise: the average ...

What may seem like an open and shut case on the surface can have surprising results, especially once all of the facts are presented. Take for instance a recent case in which the defendant was charged with vehicular homicide after he and a co-worker were involved in a car accident resulting in the co-worker's death. Both the defendant, who was driving the work truck, and the co-worker, who was sitting in the passenger seat, had been drinking prior to the accident. The defendant lost control of the vehicle and hit a tree. On the surface, someone might assume that the passenger's ...

Being sent to prison, knowing that for a period of time that one will have to live behind bars, is traumatic in and of itself. If that wasn't bad enough, some inmates suffer further humiliation by being sexually assaulted at the hands of fellow inmates and prison guards. At times, such indignity is not adequately addressed or is ignored by prison officials, leaving an inmate to be a victim of further sexual assaults and rapes. In one instance, an inmate-victim's complaints were ignored, leaving him only one option to escape the assaults perpetrated upon him -- attacking ...

The recent financial meltdown created a housing crisis that has depreciated home values throughout the United States. As a result, millions of homeowners now have underwater mortgages where they owe more on their mortgages than their homes are worth. A fiscal nightmare, the problem has acutely affected many couples contemplating divorce. Before the downturn in the housing market, the division of a couple's assets often centered on what was done with the home. Couples often used to argue over who was able to keep the property since it represented stability and the opportunity ...