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Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Parkston's Wickersham appointed to Rural Medicine dean role at Sanford School of Medicine
May 22—PARKSTON, S.D. — Dr. Jason Wickersham has been named Associate Dean of Rural Medicine at the Sanford School of Medicine (SSOM), a position he has held on an interim basis since April 2024. In addition to this role, he will continue practicing family medicine at Avera St. Benedict Health Center in Parkston. In the position of associate dean of rural medicine, Wickersham will help advance the school's mission to provide a workforce pipeline for rural South Dakota. He will collaborate with rural physicians, ensuring that medical students have meaningful experiences in rural areas, and design and support pathway programs that introduce the youth of rural South Dakota to medical careers. Wickersham will also provide leadership and oversight of all academic, research and public service programs for rural medicine sites, while fostering student professionalism and ethical behavior, and mentoring academic and clinical faculty. A 2001 graduate of the Sanford School of Medicine, Wickersham completed his residency at the Nebraska Medical Center's Clarkson Family Practice Residency Program in Omaha, Neb. He was named the 2025 Physician of the Year by the South Dakota Academy of Family Physicians, and in 2023 he was given the Edward J. Batt, M.D., Memorial Teaching Award from the SSOM. Wickersham is a member of Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society, the American Medical Association and the American Academy of Family Physicians, at both the state and national levels. He also serves on the Avera Health Board of Directors and the SDSMA PAC Board of Directors.
Business Journals
13-05-2025
- Health
- Business Journals
Dr. Kate Viola, MD, MHS, FAAD
Health Care | Professional Recognition Dr. Kate Viola, MD, MHS, FAAD, Recognized at Dermatology Partners Dr. Kate Viola, a board-certified dermatologist at Dermatology Partners, has been named a Health Care Hero in the Physician of the Year category by The Daily Record for her volunteer work with veterans and school children. The award honors those who advance health care in Maryland, a national leader in medical research and innovation. Dermatology Partners is the Mid-Atlantic's premier, privately owned and physician-led dermatology practice, with offices in Westminster, Owings Mills, and Sparks.
Business Insider
23-04-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
Prosperous Health: Revolutionizing Behavioral Healthcare Through Expertise and Innovation
California, United States, April 23, 2025 -- In an era when mental health and addiction treatment needs are rising nationwide, Prosperous Health is redefining behavioral healthcare with an innovative approach that combines operational excellence and progressive treatment models. Based in Southern California, the organization functions as both a Managed Service Organization (MSO) and a facility owner, and is preparing to open a new facility offering Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), and Outpatient (OP) services for mental health and substance use disorders. Prosperous Health's leadership team brings a unique blend of clinical knowledge and personal recovery experience. CEO JD Meints, who has 13 years of sobriety and over a decade of facility operations experience, says that the company's approach 'allows facilities to focus on their core mission: delivering exceptional care to patients.' Having created multiple nationally recognized programs, including one of the first virtual PHP/IOP offerings in the country, he emphasizes the importance of meeting modern treatment demands. COO Jerry Shirey, himself with 11 years in recovery, adds that their model 'goes beyond traditional treatment' by integrating technology, evidence-based practices, and compassionate support systems. Shirey's background includes securing more than $25 million in grant funding and leading the introduction of the first ASAM 3.3 Level of Care in the region. His expertise in bridging clinical strategies with innovative solutions has helped shape the way Prosperous Health expands treatment options. The company's leadership is further strengthened by Chief Medical Officer Dr. Matin Hemmat, a board-certified specialist in both Addiction Medicine and Internal Medicine and a recipient of multiple 'Physician of the Year' awards. His focus ensures that Prosperous Health maintains cutting-edge medical practices centered on patient welfare and measurable outcomes. As an MSO, Prosperous Health provides comprehensive administrative and operational support, relieving facilities of regulatory and compliance burdens and enabling them to dedicate more resources to direct patient care. This specialization in behind-the-scenes logistics helps align clinical excellence with efficient and sustainable operations, addressing pressing industry challenges. One of the company's most notable innovations is its Recovery Campus Concept, which reimagines the physical design of treatment settings. Rather than adhering to institutional layouts, these campuses bring together various levels of care—PHP, IOP, and OP—into an integrated environment specifically designed to foster healing and recovery. This thoughtful approach offers continuity for patients, ensuring they receive a seamless experience from intake to continuing care. Prosperous Health also recognizes that many individuals lack access to in-person treatment. To tackle this challenge, it has embraced technology-based solutions, developing HIPAA-secure digital platforms that enable facilities to reach underserved communities or those who simply cannot attend treatment on-site. By integrating telehealth services, Prosperous Health meets modern healthcare realities and ensures more people can find the specialized support they need. In addition to offering comprehensive administrative services and forward-thinking treatment models, Prosperous Health sets higher standards for the industry at large. Through new facility designs and pioneering programs, it aims to establish benchmarks that can be adapted by other providers. The introduction of the first ASAM 3.3 Level of Care in the region exemplifies this leadership, as it provides a template for broader implementation of advanced treatment modalities. 'Together, we are not just managing facilities—we are redefining how care is delivered and transforming the lives of thousands,' Shirey observes, reflecting the collective vision that drives Prosperous Health forward. As the organization prepares to open its newest facility, it stands at the intersection of operational innovation, clinical expertise, and a profound commitment to making treatment both accessible and effective. With behavioral health challenges expanding, Prosperous Health's blueprint demonstrates how evolving beyond conventional frameworks can offer life-changing support to those who need it most. By blending operational efficiency, evidence-based practices, and cutting-edge technology, the company shows what is possible for the future of mental health and substance use disorder treatment. 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USA Today
06-03-2025
- Health
- USA Today
Ravens doctor wins NFL Physician of the Year Award
Ravens doctor wins NFL Physician of the Year Award The Baltimore Ravens have claimed another award this offseason, but this one is of the off-the-field variety. Numerous sub-teams help comprise an excellent unit with any NFL team. When we hear the word "team," we usually think of only the squad of players. However, several other teams, equally important but overlooked, are critical to the NFL franchise's success. The medical staff is a perfect example. The Baltimore Ravens have claimed another award this offseason, but this one is off-the-field. The team's lead Orthopedicist, Dr. Leigh Ann Curl, has won the coveted Jerry "Hawk" Rhea Award, which honors the NFL Team Physician of the Year. The NFL Physicians Society, or NFLPS, gives out the award. Curl was presented with the plaudit during the NFLPS Annual Scientific Meeting and Symposium, which took place at the Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. "We are all grateful for Dr Curl's dedication and leadership in the medical care of athletes throughout the league," said Dr. James Voos, the NFLPS President and lead team doctor for the Cleveland Browns. Curl, who attended UConn on a basketball scholarship, was a four-year starter for the women's team. Curl, the first female team physician in NFL history, was previously a team doctor for the New York Mets. Like Voos, Ravens head trainer Adrian Dixon also praised Curl's work. "Dr. Curl is unquestionably one of the best orthopedists in the industry. Her attention to detail and analytical approach to providing care is remarkable and impressive," Dixon said. Dr. Curl, who is a past NFLPS President, has been with the club since 1998. She is also the Chief Orthopedist (doctor specializing in bone treatment) at MedStar Harbor Hospital in Baltimore. According to the NFLPS' official web page, she is one of five team doctors the Ravens currently have on staff. This quintet is often overlooked, but they are a crucial part of what has made the Ravens such a successful franchise.
