Philadelphia, PA, USA – Philadelphia International Medicine (PIM) and the Medical Association of Jamaica (MAJ) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a knowledge bridge between Philadelphia, a hub of medical innovation and Jamaica, an island of medical sophistication.
PIM and MAJ agreed to form a continuing medical education affiliation between MAJ physicians, and the doctors, surgeons and hospitals of PIM’s network, which includes Temple University Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, and Fox Chase Cancer Center. The affiliation will provide continuing medical education for Jamaican physicians through clinical training, knowledge transfers, symposia and medical technology. Under the terms of this agreement, the Medical Association of Jamaica and Philadelphia International Medicine will focus on enhancing physician training and continuing medical education for the island’s doctors thus increasing the standard of patient care, hospital management and the quality of health care delivery to provide the best experiences for their patients. “We are extremely excited to share such important news with our patients, our physicians and the country at large. Many of our local Specialist Physicians have been trained to international standards but have been constrained in our practice by a lack of the equipment that are necessary to practice at "First World" standard. In affiliating with Philadelphia International Medicine, the members of the Medical Association of Jamaica will be better able to meet the current and growing healthcare care needs of the communities we serve today as well as play a critical role in helping to establish new standards of care through research, innovation, technology and medical training provided to our physicians. This means that with the knowledge-sharing arrangement, we can ensure that our local practice is current with international standards. It also benefits our patients as the PIM network is now available for patients to be transferred for specialist care in circumstances where the necessary expertise or equipment is unavailable locally” says Dr. Myrton Smith, President of the Medical Association of Jamaica. The MOU will assist both organizations in establishing a formal on-going relationship that will build a “health gateway,” linking members of MAJ to PIM and its network of seven hospitals including four specialty hospitals and two medical schools for on-going training, university research and innovation, insight on new treatments and procedures and more. “This opportunity allows PIM hospitals to expand their teaching mission and establish relationships with Jamaica’s health care community. We look forward to working with the Medical Association of Jamaica for many years to come; exploring ways both sides can enhance the health care of our populations and mutually sharing our innovations and best practices,” said Leonard Karp, President and CEO of Philadelphia International Medicine. To cultivate this relationship PIM will provide on-going continuing medical education (CME) exchanges beginning in May, which are expected to include quarterly video conferencing of clinical seminars, training in Philadelphia through peer-to-peer collaborations, in-person conferences, grand rounds and case reviews. Additionally, MAJ and PIM will collaboratively explore joint opportunities in Jamaica and in Philadelphia to provide comprehensive health care to patients of MAJ’s network of surgeons and physicians. About Philadelphia International Medicine Philadelphia International Medicine (PIM) is a healthcare organization dedicated to bringing the services of seven prestigious Philadelphia area hospitals to the international community. PIM’s network includes Fox Chase Cancer Center, Temple University Hospital, and Thomas Jefferson University Hospital as anchor organizations and our affiliate hospitals include Wills Eye Hospital, Rothman Institute Orthopedics, Magee Rehabilitation Hospital and the Renfrew Center. Learn more about PIM by visiting www.philadelphiamedicine.com. About Medical Association of Jamaica Medical Association of Jamaica is the oldest professional association in Jamaica, which was constituted as the first overseas branch of the British Medical Association in 1877. The Medical Association of Jamaica is an organization of medical doctors committed to the enhancement of the professional and personal development of the members. It has over 2000 members, including students and recently celebrated its Golden Jubilee as an independent organization in June 2015. Learn more about MAJ www.doctorsja.com Pennsylvania is home to nearly one million small businesses, employing 2.4 million individuals, and plays a vital role in Pennsylvania’s economy, accounting for 98.2 percent of businesses in the state. In recognition of the small business community’s significant contributions to Pennsylvania’s economy, DCED is hosting Pennsylvania Small Business Week, May 1-7, 2016 to celebrate entrepreneurs and small business owners for their contributions to Pennsylvania’s economy, and draw attention to the resources available to support them. As a part of the week-long celebration, small business-owners can participate in DCED's Small Business Web Series and other entrepreneurial educational programs giving participants an opportunity to see the reach that DCED has to help the commonwealth's small business community. Each free, 60-minute webinar in the series will be presented by experienced small business consultants providing guidance on a variety of topics:
Earlier this month, the Department of Commerce established the United States Investment Advisory Council (IAC). This council will serve as a key conduit for stakeholder input on how best to support U.S. economic growth through the attraction and retention of foreign direct investment (FDI).
Funded by the U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration, and MDCP award program, the Impact Project at the Duquesne University Small Business Development Center is there to help U.S. companies increase trade with the "Pacific Alliance." The Pacific Alliance includes the countries of Mexico, Colombia, Peru, and Chile. The Impact Project helps provide grants to offset the costs of trips for U.S. companies to open up new sales channels in the Pacific Alliance countries. These grants can also offset the cost of trade missions. The Impact Project can provide a $500 award grant to companies wanting to participate in Trade Winds- Latin American Trade Show.
If interested in registering please fill out the following forms and send them to Brett Rondon, Impact Project, Infastructure Consortium USA.
Success Agreement Form Gold Key Form Request for Consulting Form (for PA companies only) Deadline The U.S. Department of Commerce will review applications and make selection decisions on a rolling basis beginning January 11, 2016, until the minimum of 55 participants is selected. After June 17, 2016, applications will be considered only if space and scheduling constraints permit. For assistance contact Word Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia (Delaware, Chester, Montgomery, Bucks and Philadelphia counties only) or Brent Rondon, IMPACT PROJECT – Infrastructure Consortium USA at rondon@duq.edu. Click read more for additional details about the Trade Mission itinerary and participation requirements.
Hannover Messe is the world’s largest industrial technology trade fair and for the first time in the fair’s modern history, the United States is the official partner country. MBDA will exhibit at Hannover Messe in the premier U.S. Investment Pavilion, Hall 3, Stand F06, (38). To learn more about the MBDA delegation and Hannover Messe, please visit: http://www.mbda.gov/hannovermesse.
On the heels of this week’s successful launch of the Greater Philadelphia Export Plan, World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia (WTCGP) is delighted to share two articles detailing the plan and the WTCGP’s partnership with the Economy League and the region’s international business community in the plan’s development – and future implementation. These articles – from the Philadelphia Inquirer and Philadelphia Business Journal – may be found at the links below. They tell a compelling story about the importance of exports to the growth of this region’s economy and to job creation, key factors in expanding economic opportunity within our communities. We are proud that the many companies with whom we work were featured in the launch and the media coverage that followed. In the process, all of us involved in growing our businesses and the region through global trade stand to benefit, as we strengthen public recognition of exports as a key economic driver for the region. WTCGP is honored to have played a role in the plan’s development. We look forward to working with our members, corporate partners and the Region’s broader international business community as we put the plan in action – a great, pro-growth opportunity for our region! Linda Mysliwy Conlin President, World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia
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In 2014, the World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia collaborated with the Economy League of Greater Philadelphia to nominate the Greater Philadelphia Metro Region for the Brookings Institution and JPMorgan Chase Global Cities Initiative Exchange. We are very proud that the region was selected to join this exclusive network of U.S. metros working to grow their economies. On Tuesday, April 12, Secretary Kerry visited Los Angeles, where he spoke with members of the Pacific Council on International Policy about leading on trade issues to secure America's economic future. Secretary Kerry's remarks (full transcript) focused on national security opportunities of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and the Trans-Atlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (T-TIP); America's role as a Pacific power; and dispelling the myths about trade agreements. To promote prosperity here in the United States and to advance our broader interests around the globe, we are pursuing international economic policies that reflect the dynamic nature of the era in which we live. One of the central pillars of our leadership is to negotiate and adopt 21st century agreements TPP and T-TIP. - U.S. Secretary Kerry World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia Chief Operating Officer Dino Ramos was in attendance at the recently concluded EXIM Bank 2016 Annual Conference. The Annual Conference, which started on April 6th, took place at the historical Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington D.C. and included more than 1,100 exporters and representatives of financial institutions, foreign trade partners and government officials. Here are a few highlights from the daily sessions: April 6 Fred Hochberg, Chairman of the Export-Import (EXIM) Bank of the U.S., addressed 20 of the City/State (C/S) partners as part of the EXIM Conference. Chairman Hochberg advised the Partners that EXIM will re-brand the C/S Partners Program. Effective May 20, 2016, the Program will be called the “Regional Export Promotion Program (REPP).” The new name of the Program will be more reflective of the current and future export assistance and economic development organizations that are Partners in the Program, such as the regional World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia. The new plan will be more in sync with the implantation of the Greater Philadelphia Export Plan which will be launched on April 13, 2016.
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