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Advanced Care Specialists is Bringing Not Just Medical Care, but True Advocacy

RACINE, WISCONSIN / ACCESS Newswire / August 21, 2025 / Advanced Care Specialists (ACS), Racine’s premier provider of multidisciplinary medical care, is proud to announce a renewed focus on helping injured workers with a streamlined, patient-first approach that’s changing the face of occupational injury treatment in Wisconsin.

The Problem: Delays, Denials, and Disjointed Care

Every year, countless Wisconsin workers suffer injuries on the job, ranging from repetitive strain and back pain to traumatic incidents and long-term occupational illnesses. Unfortunately, many face a frustrating road to recovery, especially federal workers trying to navigate the complex Department of Labor (DOL-OWCP) claims process. Between confusing paperwork, denied claims, and a lack of specialized medical support, injured workers are often left feeling overwhelmed and under-cared for.

That’s where Advanced Care Specialists steps in.

The Solution: Comprehensive, Coordinated Care Under One Roof

ACS provides a one-stop solution for injured workers, offering medical care, physical therapy, chiropractic services, joint injections, and advanced Class IV infrared laser therapy-all in one location. What truly sets them apart is their expertise in managing federal injury cases, guiding patients through CA-1 and CA-2 forms, coordinating with case managers, and even helping appeal denied claims. Their work conditioning programs are uniquely designed to get patients back to work stronger, safer, and fully prepared for the demands of their job.

As the only clinic in the state specializing in DOL-OWCP federal work injury claims, ACS offers a full-service solution for workers navigating the complex world of federal workers’ compensation. From initial injury reports (CA-1 and CA-2) to case management, appeals, and long-term treatment, ACS guides patients every step of the way. Helping patients recover faster, return to work safely, and regain quality of life.

“We believe injured workers deserve more than a Band-Aid fix. Our mission is to get them back to full strength, back to their lives, and back to work-safely and confidently,” said Dr. Nic Kampfer, Work Injury Specialist at ACS. “We’re not just treating injuries; we’re restoring function, dignity, and hope.”

Why ACS is Making Headlines:

• Unmatched Expertise: ACS is the only clinic in Wisconsin fully equipped to handle federal work injury cases through the Department of Labor’s Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs (OWCP).

• Comprehensive Care: Services include physical therapy, chiropractic care, massage therapy, joint injections, and Class IV infrared laser therapy, and more -all under one roof.

• Work Conditioning Programs: Tailored to each patient’s job and goals, ensuring a safe and sustainable return to work.

• Patient Advocacy: ACS empowers workers to know their rights-including the right to choose their doctor-and helps them cut through the red tape of injury claims.

Whether you’re a federal employee, postal worker, or anyone hurt on the job, ACS is your partner in recovery.

For more information, visit advancedcarespecialists.com/services/work-injury or call (262) 898-9000.

About Advanced Care Specialists
Advanced Care Specialists (ACS) is a multidisciplinary medical clinic proudly serving the Racine, Wisconsin community with a commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. ACS offers a wide range of services including primary care, physical therapy, chiropractic care, interventional pain management, advanced wound care, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, regenerative medicine, massage therapy, and specialized programs for work injuries and federal workers’ compensation (DOL-OWCP). With an integrated team of healthcare professionals and a focus on collaborative treatment, ACS is dedicated to helping patients achieve lasting relief, improved mobility, and better overall health. Whether recovering from injury, managing chronic conditions, or striving for wellness, ACS is a trusted partner in long-term care and healing. For more information, visit www.advancedcarespecialists.com or call (262) 898-9000.

Media Contact:
Hannah Kearney
Marketing & Communications
Advanced Care Specialists
Email: info@advancedcarespecialists.com
Phone: (262) 898-9000

SOURCE: Advanced Care Specialists

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Esteemed expert in the regulation and development of biopharmaceuticals, with more than three decades of experience spanning government, industry, and academia

MIAMI, FL / ACCESS Newswire / August 21, 2025 / iTolerance, Inc. (“iTolerance” or the “Company”), an early-stage privately-held biotechnology company focused on the development of innovative regenerative medicines, today announced the appointment of Emily Shacter, Ph.D. to the Company’s Scientific Advisory Board. Dr. Shacter has been supporting CMC development for iTolerance since February 2024.

“We are honored to welcome Dr. Shacter to our Scientific Advisory Board. With decades of experience as a leader in the regulation and development of biopharmaceuticals, we believe the insight Dr. Shacter will be instrumental as we continue to transition to a clinical-stage company and advance our therapies as a potential cure for Type 1 Diabetes. This appointment further strengthens our ability to navigate complex regulatory pathways, potentially accelerate clinical translation and unlock the full potential of our pipeline. Additionally, Dr. Shacter’s addition to our Scientific Advisory Board reflects our steadfast commitment to investing in the talent and guidance for iTolerance that we believe is needed to become a leader in the rapidly evolving regenerative medicine market,” commented Anthony Japour, Chief Executive Officer of iTolerance.

Dr. Shacter added, “Throughout my career at the FDA and in industry, I have seen firsthand both the challenges and opportunities involved in developing complex biological products. iTolerance’s platform technology, with its potential to enable tissue, organoid, and cell therapies without the need for life-long immunosuppression, provides an opportunity to address a profound unmet need in the field. I look forward to applying my experience to help guide the Company’s scientific and regulatory strategy as it moves toward clinical translation.”

Dr. Shacter is an esteemed expert in the regulation and development of biopharmaceuticals who served for nearly two decades at in the Division of Therapeutic Proteins of the Office of Biotechnology Products in the FDA’s Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER). Her FDA career focused on oversight of biochemical characterization, manufacturing and control of complex protein therapeutics, including biosimilars and breakthrough biologics. As former Chief of the Laboratory of Biochemistry in the FDA’s CDER, she oversaw the review of numerous INDs and BLAs, played a role in shaping regulatory policy and advancing the science of biologics review, ran a laboratory research program, and oversaw the research of the principal investigators in her group. The research carried out in her laboratory provided the expertise required to understand and regulate complex biological products. Since 2012, she has served as an independent consultant, advising biotechnology companies on scientific and regulatory strategy for biologic drug development.

Additional career highlights include:

• Served as an FDA scientific advisor to the World Health Organization (WHO) for the development of international biosimilar guidelines;

• Engaged in FDA advisory and leadership roles, including the CDER Biosimilars Review Committee, Follow-on Biologics Working Group, and various CMC policy development efforts;

• Served as an editor and board member for major scientific journals including Free Radical Biology and Medicine and Journal of Biological Chemistry;

• Was an invited speaker and organizer at over 50 national and international conferences focused on biologics regulation, biosimilars, and analytical science;

• Authored or co-authored over 75 peer-reviewed publications in fields including protein oxidation, cell regulation, immunology, and cancer biology; and

• Received multiple FDA awards including the CDER Excellence in Mentoring Award and Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research Scientific Achievement Award for Excellence in Laboratory Science.

In addition to her decorated career in government and industry, Dr. Shacter’s research made significant contributions to understanding the molecular mechanisms of apoptosis, particularly in the context of cancer and inflammation. Her work focused on how reactive oxygen species produced during inflammation-such as hydrogen peroxide and taurine chloramine-affect the ability of chemotherapy drugs to induce apoptosis in cancer cells. She discovered that oxidative stress can inhibit both tumor cell death and the immune clearance of dying cells, and that antioxidants can restore chemotherapy efficacy. Dr. Shacter also identified the actin-regulating protein cofilin as a key intracellular redox sensor whose oxidation triggers mitochondria-dependent apoptosis. Additionally, she uncovered a novel role for the anticoagulant protein S in promoting macrophage phagocytosis of apoptotic cells. These findings provided critical insights into the interplay between inflammation, oxidative stress, and cell death, with implications for improving cancer therapies.

Dr. Shacter holds a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from Johns Hopkins University, completed in partnership with the National Institutes of Health, and a B.Sc. in Zoology from the University of Maryland.

About iTolerance, Inc.

iTolerance is a regenerative medicine company developing technologies to enable tissue, organoid or cell therapy without requiring life-long immunosuppression. Leveraging its proprietary biotechnology-derived Streptavidin-FasL fusion protein/biotin-PEG microgel (SA-FasL microgel) platform technology, iTOL-100, iTolerance is advancing a pipeline of programs using both allogenic cadaveric and stem cell-derived pancreatic islets to potentially cure Type 1 diabetes. Utilizing iTOL-100 to induce local immune tolerance, the Company is developing its lead indication as a potential cure for Type 1 Diabetes without the need for life-long immunosuppression. Additionally, the Company is developing iTOL-201 for treating liver failure by utilizing hepatocytes and iTOL-401 as a nanoparticle formulation for large organ transplants without the need for life-long immunosuppression. For more information, please visit itolerance.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe-harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. When used herein, words such as “anticipate”, “being”, “will”, “plan”, “may”, “continue”, and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. In addition, any statements or information that refer to expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, performance or other characterizations of future events or circumstances, including any underlying assumptions, are forward-looking.

All forward-looking statements are based upon the Company’s current expectations and various assumptions. The Company believes there is a reasonable basis for its expectations and beliefs, but they are inherently uncertain. The Company may not realize its expectations, and its beliefs may not prove correct. Actual results could differ materially from those described or implied by such forward-looking statements as a result of various important factors, including, without limitation, anticipated levels of revenues, future national or regional economic and competitive conditions, and difficulties in developing the Company’s platform technology. Consequently, forward-looking statements should be regarded solely as the Company’s current plans, estimates and beliefs. Investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. The Company cannot guarantee future results, events, levels of activity, performance or achievements. The Company does not undertake and specifically declines any obligation to update, republish, or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect new information, future events or circumstances or to reflect the occurrences of unanticipated events, except as may be required by law.

Investor Contact
Jenene Thomas
Chief Executive Officer
JTC Team, LLC
T: 908.824.0775
iTolerance@jtcir.com

Media Contact
Susan Roberts
T:202.779.0929
sr@roberts-communications.com

SOURCE: iTolerance, Inc.

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HARRISBURG, PENNSYLVANIA / ACCESS Newswire / August 21, 2025 / Crump Life Insurance Services, one of the nation’s largest insurance wholesalers, recently announced that Caroline “Carly” Brooks, JD, CLU^©, CFP^©, has joined the organization leading their Advanced Sales team.

“Advanced sales is one of the cornerstones of our offering to the financial professionals we serve, and we are thrilled to have Carly join our team to lead this critical function for us,” said Mike Martini, President and CEO of Crump Life Insurance Services.

Brooks joins Crump as Senior Vice President and will lead Crump’s team of advanced sales specialists who focus on complex concepts and strategies within estate, wealth, and retirement planning. Bringing well over a decade of industry experience, Brooks most recently served as AVP and Counsel, Head of Advanced Markets for John Hancock Financial. Prior to John Hancock, she served in roles in wealth strategies and financial planning, progressing through positions of increasing responsibility. She is a frequent speaker at industry conferences and events and holds several positions on industry and legal boards and committees.

“The excitement from both our Crump teammates and our external clients about Carly joining Crump is palpable,” said Rob Stern, Chief Administration Officer for Crump who has oversight for advanced sales. “Carly has an impressive track record and has made a name for herself as a leading voice in the advanced markets space. We know Carly will be a great complement to the strong skills and knowledge within our advanced sales team. Carly’s passion and purpose coupled with Crump’s resources and carrier and client relationships position us for continued growth and success.”

About Crump

Crump Life Insurance Services is a leading third-party distributor and service provider of insurance and retirement products. Crump supports the distribution of traditional and variable life, annuity, long term care, linked benefits, disability, and health products with the industry’s premier sales and back-office support and technology services, marketing under the following brands: Truist Life Insurance Services, Tellus, and Hanleigh.

Contact Information

Jane DeMuth
Vice President, Marketing
jane.demuth@crump.com
717-736-7967

SOURCE: Crump Life Insurance

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Parent company of Condo Control and HOA Sites introduces a modern platform that cuts costs, automates busy work, and improves resident experience.

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA / ACCESS Newswire / August 21, 2025 / Property Control, the parent company of Condo Control and HOA Sites, today announced the launch of HOA Central, a mobile-first platform that unifies community operations, payments, compliance, and communications in one secure hub. The product is built to help boards and managers manage with confidence and residents live with ease.

“Running an HOA should not require multiple systems and a spreadsheet,” said Brian Bosscher, CEO of Property Control. “With HOA Central, teams move requests, payments, and records into one place so they spend less time chasing tasks and more time improving their communities.”

Built by the team behind Condo Control, trusted by more than 7,000 communities, HOA Central pairs consumer-grade mobile portals with AI-powered automation and deep integrations to tools HOAs already use, including QuickBooks, Yardi, and Stripe. Early customers can target up to 40% lower operating costs, 50% less manual work, and about 15 hours saved per week. Pricing is a transparent per-door rate with no storage or support add-ons.

Key capabilities

• Expert onboarding and support: white-glove setup, a named customer success manager, unlimited refresher training, and an on-demand video library with a 95% CSAT resident help line.

• Unified operations and compliance: maintenance, violations, documents, KPIs, meetings, elections, and payments in one place, with minutes and election records for audits.

• Resident experience: a mobile-first portal with a digital bulletin, e-voting, surveys, and QR guest passes that drive 85% plus adoption.

• No double-entry accounting and payments: syncs dues, late fees, and vendor invoices directly into QuickBooks, VMS, Yardi, or other accounting platforms.

• AI-powered automation: instant answers to FAQs and a 24/7 chatbot.

• Best-practice library: more than 50 state-specific templates covering announcements, ARC forms, violations, and election notices.

What makes it different

HOA Central is designed for high adoption and reliability. Communities benefit from a resident-centric user experience that is 96% rated “easy to use,” average resident uptake of 85%, and 99.9% uptime with zero-downtime maintenance. Managers, boards, and residents all receive phone, email, and video support, and the product ships weekly improvements and new features.

Built for self-managed boards and management firms

Whether consolidating point solutions or launching a first digital program, both self-managed HOAs and community management companies can standardize workflows, records, and reporting across communities, and scale at their own pace.

About Property Control

Property Control is the parent company of Condo Control and HOA Sites. The company builds modern software that digitizes, streamlines, and automates community operations for boards, managers, and residents.

About HOA Central

HOA Central delivers a future-proof, all-in-one operating system that slashes workload, controls costs, and elevates the livability of every HOA it touches. The mission is to give HOAs the digital tools, guidance, and insight they need to reduce costs, stay compliant, and foster thriving neighborhoods.

Contact Information

Phillip Livingston
Director of marketing
inquiries@hoacentral.com
12138781992

SOURCE: HOA Central

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The Physician-Led Medical Group is Committed to Building Exceptional Partnerships and Enhancing Health in the Communities They Serve While Lessening the Burden of Care on Clinicians and Patients

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE / ACCESS Newswire / August 21, 2025 / For over two decades, Sound Physicians has worked in tandem with hospitals and healthcare organizations to create practices that unlock quality, affordable, and dignified care for all patients, while driving financial sustainability for their partners. Today, they proudly unveil a refreshed brand that honors their origins in hospital medicine while encompassing their expanded expertise across the acute and post-acute care continuum.

The rebrand includes a new visual identity, updated messaging, and reinvigorated voice that marries the organization’s brass-tacks business acumen with their empathic care for patients. Founded 24 years ago by an emergency medicine physician, Sound remains true to its roots as a physician-led organization dedicated to clinical and operational excellence, with customized solutions across a comprehensive spectrum of multispecialty services. Sound’s ability to customize how they practice empowers their medical directors to lead with autonomy and flexibility to better meet the needs of the hundreds of unique communities they care for.

“Sound was built on the premise that healthcare should be high-quality, efficient, and empathic – for the people giving it and the people receiving it,” said Jeff Alter, Chief Executive Officer. “We’ve spent more than 20 years collaborating with hospitals and healthcare partners to help them solve their most complex problems. While we’ve grown in size, scale, and impact – our commitment to our partners, clinicians, and patients has remained steadfast.”

The refreshed brand comes on the heels of Sound’s recent investments in value-based care with an accountable care organization focused on long-term care and assisted living patients, practice management solutions for hospital-employed models, and telemedicine capabilities to help close gaps in care. With the shifting healthcare landscape, Sound continues to position itself as an agile, progress-oriented partner – the catalyst for improving patient care.

“We’re always looking to improve our partners’ processes, their financial health, and patient outcomes,” said Pamela Stahl, Chief Growth Officer. “Our updated brand showcases how we create lasting transformation through a powerful combination of business acumen and meaningful care. We pride ourselves on creating value for our partners through high-performing practices that drive clinical excellence and financial sustainability.”

Sound’s new brand will roll out through the end of the year.

About Sound Physicians

As a physician-founded and led medical group, our priority is building lasting partnerships with hospitals and health systems to ensure every patient receives the care they need – and deserve. Shaped over two-plus decades by clinical excellence and well-honed business acumen, we’re proud to have more than 4,000 clinicians serving across emergency and hospital medicine, critical care, and anesthesia. Through these specialties, we touch the lives of millions of patients each year in local communities across 45 states. We also support the health and well-being of tens of thousands of long-term care residents, some of the most vulnerable patients, through our accountable care organization. From addressing universal challenges to unique community needs, we help our partners and clinical teams thrive today and well into the future. For more information, visit SoundPhysicians.com.

Contact Information

Anni Lange
Senior Vice President of Marketing
alange@soundphysicians.com

SOURCE: Sound Physicians

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GUELPH, ON / ACCESS Newswire / August 21, 2025 / Karma Yoga, a welcoming and inclusive space for yoga and holistic healing, has been recognized with the 2026 Consumer Choice Award in the Yoga Studio category for Guelph. This distinction highlights the studio’s commitment to accessibility, spiritual wellness, and community-centered practice.

Founded by yoga teacher Morgan Story, whose own healing journey sparked a desire to help others, Karma Yoga has grown into a trusted local studio offering classes that support physical health, emotional balance, and spiritual connection. The studio’s mission is rooted in making yoga available to people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities-creating a space where everyone feels supported, seen, and empowered.

More Than a Practice-A Path to Healing

At Karma Yoga, yoga is not just exercise-it’s a path to inner healing and transformation. The studio emphasizes the deeper spiritual and emotional benefits of the practice while honoring the traditions and teachings that guide it.

“Yoga helped me heal in ways I didn’t expect,” says Morgan Story, Studio Founder. “From the moment I began teaching, I knew this was something I had to share with others. My goal has always been to create a space where people can feel safe, supported, and inspired to grow.”

Classes are designed to help participants build strength, flexibility, and mindfulness while also fostering resilience and peace of mind. Whether clients are stepping onto the mat for the first time or deepening an existing practice, Karma Yoga provides a nurturing environment for personal growth and self-discovery.

Accessible, Affordable, and Inclusive

One of the studio’s core values is accessibility. Karma Yoga is committed to keeping yoga affordable so that everyone in the Guelph community has the opportunity to benefit from the practice-regardless of financial status, physical ability, or experience level.

“We want yoga to be available to anyone who feels called to it,” says Story. “Our pricing, class formats, and teaching styles are all designed to reduce barriers and promote inclusivity.”

The studio welcomes students of all backgrounds, and its classes cater to a variety of needs-including gentle yoga, restorative practices, meditation, and more dynamic flows. Instructors are experienced, compassionate, and trained to guide each student with care and respect.

Rooted in Community

Karma Yoga has become more than just a studio-it’s a community hub for healing, connection, and support. The studio regularly hosts workshops, wellness events, and special classes that bring people together and foster a sense of belonging.

Its holistic philosophy extends beyond the mat, encouraging mindfulness in everyday life and connection to something greater than ourselves. Karma Yoga is a place where physical movement meets emotional release and spiritual exploration-creating a truly transformative experience for its members.

Recognition that Reflects Impact

Being named a Consumer Choice Award recipient is a reflection of the meaningful impact Karma Yoga has had on the Guelph community. The award is based on independent research, consumer feedback, and market reputation-making it a trusted measure of excellence in the local wellness industry.

“This recognition is deeply meaningful,” says Story. “We’re so grateful to our community for embracing our mission and helping us grow. Every student who walks through our doors is a part of this journey.”

Looking Ahead

As Karma Yoga continues to grow, the studio remains dedicated to its core mission: making yoga and holistic healing accessible to all. With plans to expand its offerings and deepen its impact in the community, the studio is focused on creating lasting, meaningful change-one breath, one class, one connection at a time.

To learn more about Karma Yoga, visit www.karmayogastudio.ca or explore their CCA Profile.

About Karma Yoga
Karma Yoga is a Guelph-based yoga studio offering inclusive, accessible classes designed to support physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. With a focus on affordability, inclusivity, and holistic healing, Karma Yoga provides a welcoming space where students of all levels and backgrounds can explore the full benefits of yoga.

About Consumer Choice Award:
Consumer Choice Award has been recognizing and promoting business excellence in North America since 1987. Its rigorous selection process ensures that only the most outstanding service providers in each category earn this prestigious recognition. Visit www.ccaward.com to learn more.

Contact Information:
Sumi Saleh
Communications Manager
ssaleh@ccaward.com

SOURCE: Consumer Choice Award

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