Oct 31, 2022 | Business
Short film producers looking for distribution for their content have a new platform. MicroFilmz, the newly acquired streaming service for short films launching on Roku and Fire TV in 2023, specializes in just that. No matter the genre, MicroFilmz is dedicated to becoming the premiere platform for the short film medium.
MicroFilmz Vice President of Acquisitions, Kyle Haines is excited to use the new platform to shine a spotlight on thousands of filmmakers across the globe. “Roku is currently in 60 million households worldwide with Fire TV reaching another 80 million homes,” said Haines. “Needless to say, we can get eyes on your film.”
MicroFilmz is unique in that it shares revenue with the creators, in a medium that is traditionally not financially viable.
“So many short films are literally made with blood, sweat, tears and a mountain of credit card debt,” said President of Parent Company, Anhedonia Pictures, Eric Swinderman. “Imagine receiving a check every month for a film you never thought could generate revenue. Imagine making your money back and then enough to make your next film.”
MicroFilmz also plans to be a major funder of short film projects. “Much like Netflix, we are producing original content,” said Haines. “Bringing on the best short filmmakers in the world to create MicroFilmz Originals.”
MicroFilmz is currently accepting submissions for distribution on their platform. There is no initial cost to submit. Filmmakers looking for distribution can submit at www.microfilmzacquisitions.com.
MicroFilmz: Little Films, Big Ideas.
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Oct 31, 2022 | Business
For tech guru Mario Hemsley, today’s new online collaboration tools has lead to a personal renaissance. At the suggestion of long time collaborator and business partner Victor S. Allen, instead of trying to resurrect his old friends for an upcoming new music project, he looked online for new music resources and eventually found an unanticipated home at SoundBetter. At SoundBetter, artists, vocalists, and musicians for hire abound are making the site a win-win for those looking to hire and those seeking work. Artists pay a 5% fee and in turn, SoundBetter provides a secure environment for everyone to come out satisfied. Current collaborations online for Mario at SoundBetter include: Chris McQueen, Brian Donohoe, and Jordan Perlson of the Grammy Award winning musical innovators Snarky Puppy. Mario credits SoundBetter with specifically fostering contact with musicians previously difficult or even impossible to connect with. As Mario explains, “With SoundBetter, I was able to reach out to folks I was watching on YouTube and invite them to join my projects, it was a dream come true.”
Current plans are for a minimum of 15 singles in 2023 including remakes of “Smells Like Teen Spirit,” by Nirvana, and “Thank You,” by Alanis Morissette, are currently in production.
Oct 31, 2022 | Business
Remote monitoring technology offers a multitude of clinical and financial benefits for physicians and their patients, and it’s more popular among both groups than ever.
A recent white paper from Prescribe FIT outlines the current landscape for remote monitoring, analyzing data on its ubiquity and efficacy. For example, 63% of adults have expressed interest in remote monitoring, and its use among physicians has jumped 2.5x since 2016.
With the potential to improve the efficiency, quality, and accessibility of health care, the report highlights that remote monitoring can be particularly useful for orthopedic physicians, who are facing a patient population with obesity rates as high as 55%, compared to 42% of the general population.
Weight loss is an important dimension of treatment for orthopedic patients. Evidence suggests that obesity can cause and/or exacerbate musculoskeletal (MSK) issues, as well as lead to complications post-surgery.
The white paper references a review of several studies that demonstrate remote monitoring to produce clinically meaningful weight loss for patients, even helping them lose more weight relative to other interventions.
As such, orthopedic providers can employ remote monitoring as a conservative treatment to help at-risk patients reduce symptoms, avoid surgery, and, if they do undergo surgery, to improve their chances of a successful recovery.
Not only does remote monitoring lead to improved patient outcomes, but orthopedic physicians can add a new revenue stream to their practice as well. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) have expanded coverage to remote monitoring with four CPT codes.
Importantly, the report notes that barrier to entry is low for orthopedic practices, as remote patient monitoring companies can assist with implementation, monitoring, and coaching patients through their treatment program.
Overall, remote monitoring solutions have the potential to reshape the orthopedics landscape, including the physician-patient relationship, patient outcomes, and the overall approach to improving population health. Access the full white paper: https://www.prescribefit.com/rpm-ortho-guide/.
About Prescribe FIT:
Prescribe FIT is the leader in orthopedic weight loss. Their full-service remote monitoring and virtual lifestyle health solution extends orthopedic care beyond the office to improve patients’ MSK health with simple changes to nutrition, physical activity, and lifestyle.
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