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U.S. Preventive Medicine(R), American Hospital of Paris Sign Affiliation Agreement to Deliver Preventive Medicine Services

Posted on: Tuesday, 17 February 2009, 13:43 CST

American Hospital of Paris Joins The Global Prevention Network(TM) as Affiliate

DALLAS and PARIS, Feb. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. Preventive Medicine(R), the leader in disease prevention services, has signed an affiliation agreement with the American Hospital of Paris to jointly deliver preventive medicine services in Paris, France, as well as serve as a referral Center of Excellence for Prevention Plan members throughout the European Union.

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U.S. Preventive Medicine and American Hospital of Paris will collaborate in the delivery of preventive medicine programs, including wellness and disease management services to corporate executives, employees of sponsoring employers, and consumer members of The Prevention Plan(TM). As an affiliate in The Global Prevention Network(TM), the American Hospital of Paris will serve as a local referral partner for The Prevention Plan and executive health programs as well as an educational partner in U.S. Preventive Medicine's international outreach efforts. Affiliates in the Global Prevention Network serve as referral partners in their local markets, enabling U.S. Preventive Medicine to provide both a national and global prevention solution for employers, insurers and governments.

U.S. Preventive Medicine, an emerging leader in prevention, offers a suite of powerful prevention, early disease detection and chronic condition management programs, including its groundbreaking The Prevention Plan, that improve health outcomes while reducing health care costs. The Prevention Plan is the first-of-its kind benefit concept solely focused on preventive care, enabling individuals to determine their top health risks and receive a customized plan and ongoing personal attention to lower those risks and become healthier.

"U.S. Preventive Medicine is continually looking for opportunities to expand our preventive medicine business internationally and the American Hospital of Paris will be an ideal partner in helping us provide practical solutions for preventive care and disease management," said Christopher Fey, Chairman and CEO of U.S. Preventive Medicine. "Disease prevention is rapidly becoming a high priority globally and we are delighted to have the American Hospital of Paris working with us."

"We are thrilled to be partnering with U.S. Preventive Medicine and together we will better educate and encourage individuals to take control of their health," said Andre Guinet, Chief Executive Officer of the American Hospital of Paris. "All of us are committed to helping our patients take greater control and responsibility for their health. We look forward to an outstanding partnership with U.S. Preventive Medicine."

About U.S. Preventive Medicine(R)

U.S. Preventive Medicine(R), a privately-owned global prevention services company with clients nationwide and internationally, provides primary, secondary and tertiary clinical prevention services to government, employers and consumers that are data-driven and outcomes-oriented. Company products include the world's first preventive health benefit, The Prevention Plan(TM), available to buy or test drive at www.USPreventiveMedicine.com and www.ThePreventionPlan.com .

About American Hospital of Paris

Created in 1906, the American Hospital of Paris is a not-for-profit, multidisciplinary hospital with an international clientele--and already a leader in health screening and diagnosis. Renowned for its personalized patient care, the AHP also boasts the very latest in medical equipment and a highly qualified medical staff. The AHP is the only civilian hospital outside the US to be accredited by the Joint Commission; it is also certified by French authorities. www.american-hospital.org

SOURCE U.S. Preventive Medicine

Source: PR Newswire

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