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Hands-On Learning at NWSC’s Dental Assistant Program

Northwest Suburban College

By experiencing real-life scenarios, students can tackle tasks such as taking dental impressions or managing patient records with confidence. At Northwest Suburban College in Rolling Meadows, IL, we take pride in providing a well-rounded education that prepares our students for the realities of the healthcare industry.

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Primary care news round-up (22nd August to 28th August 2024)

Practice Index

Alarm as practices lose income for residential care patients The IGPM has reported that practices are discovering huge errors in the number of residential care home patients recorded on official systems. In one practice, the gap between the number of patients in care homes and the officially recorded number is 400.

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Primary care news round-up (27th June to 3rd July 2024)

Practice Index

According to the advice, practices should now use the system to prevent third parties from adding codes to patient records. The BMA says it has taken the steps to ensure that practices retain control of patient data. Patients and visitors who need to stay for longer have to enter their registration number to acquire a “permit”.

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Why Good communication Matters in Healthcare

Practice Builders

Multidisciplinary rounds in which all members of the care team contribute. Effective communication between healthcare teams directly impacts how patients feel during their treatment. When communication breaks down, patients bear the consequences. Sharing Patient Data Externally Patient records are very important.

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Raising Capital in a Highly Regulated Market

Healthcare Law Insights blog

What Investors Look for in Early and Late-Stage Funding Rounds and How Regulatory Compliance Impacts Valuation For early-stage life sciences and health tech companies, raising capital is about more than demonstrating scientific promise. Unstructured financing rounds leading to cap table mismanagement.

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The Multifaceted Role of Dental Assistants in Modern Dentistry

Northwest Suburban College

With the increasing complexity of dental procedures and a growing emphasis on preventive care and patient education, Dental Assistants have become more important than ever in helping dental practices run smoothly and ensuring the best possible outcomes for patients.

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Medical Assistant Externship Experience: Gain Confidence and Practical Skills with Northwest Suburban College

Northwest Suburban College

In this article, we will take a closer look at the advantages of participating in Northwest Suburban College’s medical assistant externship program, which emphasizes the importance of practical training and real-world experience in shaping well-rounded, competent professionals. Ready to begin your journey to become a medical assistant