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HOMESTEAD, Fla. (WSVN) -- A South Florida high school dedicated to students pursuing medical careers is adding new features to their state-of-the-art facility.

Tuesday morning, faculty and students celebrated the grand opening of M.A.S.T. @ Homestead medical magnet school. It is the only school of its kind in South Florida.

Prior to its opening, Miami-Dade acquired the building, which once was a hospital, used $15 million to renovate it and enrolled students who are now studying medicine. "It's very educational, and it's really hands on," said student Sidney Sharpe.

"It's a very small environment. The teachers work one-on-one with you; it's very safe," said student Ian Carter. "It's a highly academic rigorous curriculum but an excellent school."

M.A.S.T is an acronym for Medical Academy for Science and Technology. This facility is the second in the State and one of just a few in the nation.

This year, about 250 students enrolled. Next year, about 450 students are expected to attend via lottery.

The magnet school's mission is to cultivate the next generation of health care professionals. It focuses on biomedical sciences, pharmaceutical sciences and physical therapy. "The top 100 jobs in the United States, you're going to see that 75 or 80 percent are in the medical field or medical background," said principal Greg Zawyer. "So, we're linked with all the hospitals, all the way down to Mercy and University of Miami, as well as Baptist Hospital in Homestead."

Miami-Dade Superintendent Alberto Carvahlo was also present at the school's ribbon-cutting ceremony. "The opportunity is for students to engage in internships at local hospitals and partnerships with FIU and the University of Miami, Nova and Miami Dade College, where they will serve in enrollment programs."

"We see that these are our future employees, they're future doctors, nurses and technologists and pharmacists," said Homestead Hospital CEO Bill Duquette.

The facility also conducts live surgeries via video conferences.

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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

Cannabis Science, Inc. (OTCBB: CBIS.OB) a pioneering U.S. biotech company developing pharmaceutical cannabis (marijuana) products, was honored to be the Sponsor and an Exhibitor at the 7th national Patients Out of Time, medical cannabis conference in Tucson, Arizona. The conference was attended by patients, doctors, nurses, pharmacists, professors, supporters, and entrepreneurs of the medical cannabis industry. Our own Dr. Melamede presented patient's results that we have documented at http://www.cannabisscience.com.

The University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine (UCSF) is accredited by the AccreditationCouncil for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.Patients Out of Time is the only accredited CMEprogram to educate medical professionals about cannabis as a medicine. There were over 25 world-renowned doctors and scientists sharing and presenting the latest research advances asthe complexity of theendo-cannabinoid system continues to unfold. Please see the previous news release from April 17, 2012 at http://finance.yahoo.com/news/dr-robert-melamede-scheduled-speak-182800051.html

Speakers at the conference focused on the science and medicine of cannabinoids. Cannabis Science was overwhelmed, with great feedback by various representatives in the medical community. Prominent speakers included Dr. Robert Melamede, CEO and president of Cannabis Science; Dr. William Courtney of Cannabis Sciences scientific advisory board, and Dr. Andrew Weil, best selling author, speaker, and Integrative Medicine thought-leader. Talks covered specific ailments such as PTSD, cancer, and even drug addiction; research on cannabinoid science and medical applications, and law.Dr. Robert Melamede shared pictures show on our website. Cannabis Science helps cancer patients make informed choices regarding treatments. He also spoke as to the holistic nature by which the endocannabinoid system regulated homeostasis in all vertebrates from conception till death and therefore, why cannabis-based medicines are different from all others in their ability to help with so many illnesses.

Cannabis Science demonstrated a pre-release our multi-tiered, digital educational platform to be announcedin more detail laterthis week. Our novel platform will help to meet the ever-expanding interest incannabis that is coming from the medical communities as the almost miraculous medical benefits of cannabis emerge from the states that support medical marijuana. Our new educational platform (see below) willbring in revenues as we fill the emerging educational need of the medical community.Realistic cannabis education programs are not currently available in the professional schools that need them to end the disconnect between medical cannabis patients an their physicians.

At the conference the Cannabis Science booth collected data from attendees interested in Cannabis Science Stock and there was a lot of interest in our new branding platform.. Attendees were given PR Packets with CBIS information on cancer, Alzheimers, PTSD, aging, and heart disease. CBIS had attendees fill out a questionnaire to enter into a drawing for an iPad 3, a symbolic prize since Cannabis Science will launce our new digital education platform for Physicians, on the Apple iPad platform. Our congratulations to our conference iPad winner.

Andrew Pitsicalis, the Branding and Licensing Director for Cannabis Science, revealed the new digital platform and demonstrated the technology at the CBIS booth. Pitsicalis coordinated many interviews with Cannabis Planet TV, Arizona Clinics TV, The Phoenix Arizona Times, and local news and media. As a result, we had the honor to meet with a brain cancer survivor ofan extremely dangerous surgery.InDecember of last year, he had a second operation to try to reduce the large mass in his brain. With stage 4 cancer, he came to Cannabis Science to help us create awareness for other cancer patients worldwide so that they too might understand there is hope with cannabis. The patient had not been a previous cannabis user, and was amazed at the impact the plant had on him. In fact, it prevented him from taking his own life,when he was no longer able to cope withhaving multiple grand mal seizures daily. The patients close friend begged him to smoke cannabis. When he did, he stopped having seizures. He told us he drove 7 hours to meet Dr. Robert Melamede because he was watching his videos our website and YouTube and found hope. The patient wanted to go to the conference to meet him and other doctors and scientists attending the conference.

The Patients Out of Time charity benefit dinner included entertainment by Greta Gaines from her upcoming album Grassy Girl; a live and silent auction, and a guest appearance by Gigi Ganjay. Gretas information may be found at http://www.gretagaines.com, http://www.cannibuzz.com, and her reel at http://www.conlincasting.net/Gretareel/Greta_Gaines/Reel.html Greta Gaines is a client of Kaneabis (a Cannabis Science company).

If you would like to view information that Cannabis Science provided to the attendees of the conference, please visit our website.

Dr. Robert Melamede stated, Things have never been better for Cannabis Science and this was confirmed at the conference this past weekend. Not only were we part of an historic event with Patients Out of Time, the amount of consciousness and knowledge gained by everyone attending will shape the medicinal science of the industry going forward. Furthermore, our network of professionals increased substantially as we continue to grow the Cannabis Science business model. Most importantly, this conference was a success because it was about the patients,and we heard dramatic testimonials from them, It was all about doing the right things,with the right people, for the right reasons.

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For two Henderson High School graduates, a good dose of medical school runs in the family.

Dr. Evan Walgama graduated from Henderson High School in 2002 and the University of Texas at Austin in 2006.

On June 7, 2010, he graduated from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas, where he is now in his second year of five-year residency program at UT Southwesterns affiliated hospitals.

His focus is in otolaryngology to specialize as an ear, nose and throat doctor.

Evan also graduated with honors and as an Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society member.

Evans brother, Dr. Jonathan Walgama, is also a Henderson High School graduate in 2003.

In 2007, he graduated from Austin College in Sherman before attending medical school.

On May 21, 2011, Jonathan graduated from Texas A&M Universitys System Health Science Center College of Medicine and, like his brother, received honors as an Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society member.

Jonathans medical school graduation was unique in that he was hooded by three family physicians during the ceremony, his wife, his brother and his father, his grandfather Dr. Lonnie Traylor said.

The Walgamas father, Dr. U.S. Walgama, still practices in Henderson across from East Texas Medical Center.

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SANTA ROSA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

Direct Flow Medical, Inc., a privately held, emerging medical device company focused on the next generation, minimally invasive implant to treat patients with heart valve disease announced the appointment of Charles Davidson, MD, as Chief Medical Officer. Dr. Davidson brings a wealth of knowledge to the organization, having spent over 20 years in interventional cardiology and medicine. He has also worked extensively in his career with medical device industry leaders and start-up companies.

Dr. Davidson currently is a Professor of Medicine at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and is the Director of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory and Clinical Chief of Cardiology at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago, Illinois. His professional memberships include Fellow, American College of Cardiology, Fellow of the Society for Cardiac Angiography and Interventions and a Fellow membership with the Clinical Council, American Heart Association. Prior positions were held at Duke University Medical Center and Yale University School of Medicine. Dr. Davidsons experience in interventional cardiology and his extensive knowledge of cardiac care will be invaluable to Direct Flow Medical as we continue to expand our clinical trials and drive the future growth of the Company, commented Bernard Lyons, President and CEO of Direct Flow Medical. His longstanding thought leadership in the care of patients with cardiac disease, experience in novel interventional devices combined with his first-hand experience in the transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) procedures will help us achieve our clinical and market objectives. Simply, this is just a terrific addition to our existing team. The current clinical programs are actively recruiting patients outside the United States.

Dr. Davidsons connection with Direct Flow Medical began 3 years ago, when he first reviewed the early clinical data from the feasibility study and has been a key consultant to the DISCOVER CE Mark Study which was initiated late in 2011. About his newest affiliation with the organization, Dr. Davidson says, I am very impressed with the Direct Flow Medical device. This is a true, second generation device which is designed to allow for precise placement, conforms to the aortic valve anatomy, thereby virtually eliminating any paravalvular leaks. I look forward to working with the Direct Flow Medical Team and their outstanding group of clinical investigators and advisors to help bring this latest, unique innovation to fruition. The Direct Flow Medical device addresses one of the most important clinical issues in the TAVR Market aortic regurgitation. It has the potential to improve clinical outcomes globally and better serve the needs of this growing patient population.

About Direct Flow Medical, Inc.

Founded in 2004, the Company is headquartered in Santa Rosa, California, and has a second technology and manufacturing facility in Lake Forest, California. The Companys unique implant design is not limited to aortic valve disease but is readily applicable to mitral and other heart valve anatomical sites. Direct Flow Medical has raised 3 rounds of funding to date with the following investors: EDF Ventures, New Leaf Venture Partners, Spray Venture Partners, Foundation Medical Partners, VantagePoint Venture Partners, ePlanet Venture Partners and strategic corporate investors. For further information, please visit the website at http://www.directflowmedical.com.

The Direct Flow Medical Transcatheter Aortic Valve System is an investigation device, limited by applicable law to investigational use and not available for sale.

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CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) - University of Miami President Donna Shalala has put medical school staff on notice that "significant" cutbacks are coming.

Shalala announced the cuts in a letter to employees on Tuesday.

She says the reductions are necessary because of a number of "unprecedented factor" that include the economic downturn of 2008, decreased funding for research and clinical care and cuts in the Jackson Health System. She says the Jackson Health reductions have affected the school's finances.

The Miami Herald (http://bit.ly/I4JSlg ) reports Jackson Health, which has lost $419 million the past three years, cut its payments to the university by $16 million this year.

Shalala says the cuts will come in May. She did not provide details about how many employees may be laid off.

Information from: The Miami Herald, http://www.herald.com

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WORCESTER, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

UHealthSolutions, Inc., a University of Massachusetts Medical School affiliate, is piloting enhanced patient communications services for community health centers through a new partnership with the Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center (Kennedy CHC). The two organizations will work collaboratively to design and develop a suite of services targeted toward the needs of community-based health care organizations.

UHealthSolutions, a nonprofit company that manages business operations for health care organizations, will provide the Kennedy CHC with after-hours answering services, patient scheduling, and outbound appointment reminder calls giving the Kennedy CHC clinicians and support staff more time to engage with patients and provide patient care. UHealthSolutions is committed to promoting a culturally competent and linguistically diverse workforce to ensure an engaged experience for patients. The opportunity to partner with the Kennedy CHC will provide valuable insight to UHealthSolutions in the design and implementation of enhanced patient communications services for community-based health care organizations.

I am excited to start this relationship with the Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center, said David P. Crosby, managing director, UHealthSolutions. This collaborative approach ensures that the patient is at the center of all communications, and allows health center staff to do what they do best provide exceptional patient care.

This new relationship will allow us to realign resources and focus our attention on the patient, said Antonia G. McGuire, Kennedy CHC president and chief executive officer. Kennedy CHC is a private, nonprofit community health center that serves over 100 communities in the greater Worcester and Metrowest areas. I look forward to working with Dave and the UHealthSolutions team to create and deliver additional communications services to better serve our patients.

About UHealthSolutions, Inc.

As a nonprofit affiliate of the University of Massachusetts Medical School, UHealthSolutions, Inc., takes a different approach to developing innovative, effective and cost-saving business solutions for health care clients. UHealthSolutions uses evidence-based methods and a clinical focus to assess the needs of health care organizations.

Formerly known as Public Sector Partners, UHealthSolutions is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit health care management and consulting firm. Since 2001, the organization has been committed to improving health care services by offering a full array of third-party administration, patient communication, program management, technology and consulting services.

About the University of Massachusetts Medical School

UMass Medical School, one of the fastest growing academic health science centers in the country, has built a reputation as a world-class research institution, consistently producing noteworthy advances in clinical and basic research. The Medical School attracts more than $270 million in research funding annually, 80 percent of which comes from federal funding sources. The mission of the Medical School is to advance the health and well-being of the people of the commonwealth and the world, through pioneering education, research, public service and health care delivery. Commonwealth Medicine, the Medical Schools health care consulting and operations division, provides a wide range of care management and consulting services to government agencies and health care organizations. For more information, visit commed.umassmed.edu.

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