Over the past few years, Huntington's Disease (HD) has gone from being a virtually unknown disorder to one that is now recognized by the federal government as a "model" for other neurodegenerative diseases. In May, the Huntington's Disease Society of America (HDSA) formed a groundbreaking partnership in the neurodegenerative field through a joint sponsorship between government and a voluntary health agency. The incredible growth and accomplishments in the field of HD research have been recognized by Discover magazine (January 2002 issue) as one of the top 100 scientific advances in 2001.

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e-MDs, a leading provider of clinical and financial information management software for physician practices, has released version 4.0 of its industry-leading topsChart software. With the release of topsChart 4, e-MDs once again sets the standard for electronic medical record (EMR) software. Easy to use, topsChart 4 streamlines awkward paper processes and virtually eliminates duplicated data entry. Robust charting features such as FastForms and Past Visits expedite data collection. topsChart includes complete ICD-9, CPT, and HCPCS databases, and offers the latest diagnostic and treatment guidelines for over 1,500 diseases, providing immediate clinical decision support at the point of care. topsChart 4 can drive return on investment to new levels, and internal benchmarks validate the significant improvements in physician satisfaction, productivity, and profitability. Physician testimonials and more detailed explanations of these benchmarks are available at www.e-MDs.com.

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