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Rhode Island surgeon performs first thumb joint replacement with new TOUCH CMC 1 implant
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University Orthopedics surgeon Joseph A. Gil, MD, performed the first thumb joint replacement in Rhode Island using the newly FDA-approved TOUCH CMC 1 prosthesis.
TSRL CEO to present microneedle drug delivery research at PharmaEd Forum 2026
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TSRL President and CEO Dr. Elke Lipka will present new hydrogel microneedle patch research at the PharmaEd Microneedle & Transdermal Delivery Forum in Providence, Rhode Island, on Aug. 27-28. The work centers on TSR-825, a trospium chloride patch…
Docu-series follows Rhode Island nurse and five women through menopause and midlife health
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A new nine-episode docu-series premiered in 2026 and follows a Rhode Island nurse and five other women as they navigate menopause, fitness, nutrition and emotional health.
Adam Resmini Makes Rhode Island Monthly’s 2026 Law List
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Rhode Island Monthly named attorney Adam J. Resmini to its 2026 Professional Excellence in Law list, recognizing his work in personal injury law across Rhode Island.
NEMIC opens free 2026 Health Innovator Pathways Program for Rhode Islanders
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The New England Medical Innovation Center is enrolling Rhode Islanders in the 2026 cohort of its flagship Health Innovator Pathways Program, formerly the Med Tech Leadership Program.
Menopause docu-series follows six women balancing care, work and midlife health
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A Rhode Island-made nine-episode series follows six women through a six-week fitness and wellness program centered on menopause, caregiving and accountability.
The Izzy Foundation's Carla Mulhern expands family support at Hasbro Children's Hospital
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Carla Mulhern, executive director of The Izzy Foundation in Providence, is leading a family support operation at Hasbro Children’s Hospital that serves about 50 families a day. She is also pushing for the Izzy Family Room model to expand to…
Underground utility damage costs U.S. economy $83.2 billion a year
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Common Ground Alliance released a new report Wednesday estimating underground utility damage costs the U.S. $83.2 billion annually, nearly triple the long-cited $30 billion figure.
CCS lands at No. 4670 on Inc. 5000 list
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CCS said it ranked No. 4670 on the 2026 Inc. 5000, Inc.’s annual list of America’s fastest-growing private companies, based on 24% three-year revenue growth.
MTTI repeats on USA TODAY's top vocational schools list
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MTTI has been named one of USA TODAY’s America’s Top Vocational Schools for a second straight year, making the East Providence and Seekonk trade school the only institution in Massachusetts or Rhode Island on the 2026 list.
Cleveroad ranks third in Clutch’s 2026 U.S. financial services web developer list
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Cleveroad placed third in Clutch’s Q3 2026 ranking of U.S. web developers serving financial services, based on verified client reviews and other performance data.
PuLSE Institute premieres Bankole Thompson film at civil rights dinner
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A new short film on journalist and public intellectual Bankole Thompson premiered July 29 at The PuLSE Institute’s National Civil Rights Leadership Dinner in Detroit.
Modern Pest Services named USA TODAY’s top pest control company in New England
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Modern Pest Services was named USA TODAY’s 2026 Best Pest Control Company for New England, a nod to its broad pest coverage, wildlife removal work and environmentally responsible treatment options.
Soberlink to sponsor 2026 Cape Cod Symposium in Providence
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Soberlink will attend the 2026 Cape Cod Symposium on Addictive Disorders as a National Symposia Sponsor when HMP Global moves the event to Providence, Rhode Island, from August 6–9. The conference brings together addiction and behavioral health…
Sponsors of the Future launches inclusive youth enterprise camp in Providence
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Sponsors of the Future is opening its Inclusive Enterprise Launchpad this summer in Providence, Rhode Island, with Camp JORI and a network of local and global business partners.
RefillGenie adds Spanish-language access for same-day prescription refills
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RefillGenie now offers Spanish-language access to its text-based prescription refill service across 49 states and Washington, D.C. The Jersey City telehealth company says it has treated 15,000 patients as it expands a 24/7 option for people who…
NEMIC names Dr. Jennifer Hoffmann first president
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The New England Medical Innovation Center appointed Dr. Jennifer Hoffmann as its first-ever president on July 1, 2026, in Providence, Rhode Island.
University Orthopedics names Dr. Julia Katarincic president
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University Orthopedics has named Dr. Julia A. Katarincic president, while also elevating her to top orthopedic leadership roles at Brown University Health and Brown University’s medical school.
Medcore warns Texas small businesses face a disability coverage gap
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A McKinney brokerage is urging Texas employers to add short-term disability coverage before fall renewals, saying most small-firm workers have no state safety net and few get coverage at work.
NASH launches regional talent strategy with New England higher ed and employers
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NASH brought together public higher education leaders, industry partners and workforce officials in Providence on June 25 to push Talent Readiness-New England into its implementation phase.
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