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NORTHEAST GEORGIA MEDICAL'S LEVEL I TRAUMA CENTER ENROLLS 170TH PATIENT FOR PRYTIME MEDICAL'S INTERNATIONAL STUDY
GAINESVILLE, Ga., June 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- When patients arrive at Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) in Gainesville with traumatic injuries, they're not only receiving the most advanced, expert care – they're helping to improve health care for people around the world. NGMC recently enrolled the 170th patient in the Partial REBOA Outcomes Multicenter ProspecTive (PROMPT) study, which shares data to improve outcomes for those critically injured patients. A pREBOA-PRO™ catheter was used to control life-threatening bleeding in the 170th patient, who arrived at the hospital's Level I Trauma Center, following a blunt trauma injury. The intervention stabilized the patient, reduced the need for additional blood products and ultimately saved their life. The trauma team at NGMC Gainesville routinely performs partial aortic occlusion – restricting blood flow through the aorta, the largest artery in the body – using the pREBOA-PRO™ device. As part of the PROMPT study, the team shares data on the use of the device to help advance clinical care. "When someone experiences a traumatic injury, every second matters," said Michael Cormican, MD, trauma surgeon at NGMC Gainesville. "We are grateful for the opportunity to support research that can lead to better outcomes for trauma patients." The international PROMPT study, funded by the Department of Defense, aims to ultimately enroll 340 patients across nine selected centers. NGMC patients who meet the study criteria are automatically enrolled. To learn more about NGMC's trauma program, visit ABOUT NORTHEAST GEORGIA MEDICAL CENTER Since 1951, Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) has been on a mission of improving the health of our community in all we do. With hospitals located in Gainesville, Braselton, Winder and Dahlonega, the four NGMC campuses have a total of more than 750 beds and more than 1,200 medical staff members representing more than 60 specialties. NGMC is part of Northeast Georgia Health System, a non-profit that cares for more than one million people across more than 19 counties. Learn more at ABOUT PRYTIME MEDICAL, INC. The pREBOA-PRO™ device is a product of Prytime Medical Inc, a leading innovator and global provider of lifesaving endovascular occlusion products. Prytime was selected by the U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command to receive nearly $6 million from the U.S. Department of Defense awarded through the Medical Technology Enterprise Consortium. ABOUT U.S. ARMY MEDICAL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT COMMAND The U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command is the Army's medical materiel developer, with responsibility for medical research, development, and acquisition. USAMRDC produces medical solutions for the battlefield with a focus on various areas of biomedical research, including military infectious diseases, combat casualty care, military operational medicine, medical chemical and biological defense. ABOUT MTEC The Medical Technology Enterprise Consortium is a 501(c)(3) biomedical technology consortium that is internationally-dispersed, collaborating with multiple government agencies under a 10-year renewable Other Transaction Agreement with the U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command. The consortium focuses on the development of medical solutions that protect, treat, and optimize the health and performance of U.S. military personnel and civilians. To find out more about MTEC, visit Disclaimer: The views and conclusions contained herein are those of the authors and should not be interpreted as representing the official policies or endorsements, either expressed or implied, of U.S. Government. CONTACT: Courtney Randolph, Public Relations & MarketingNortheast Georgia Medical Center743 Spring Street NE, Gainesville, GA 30501770-219-3840 | View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Prytime Medical
USA Today
2 days ago
- Sport
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Alijah Martin drafted by Toronto Raptors in second round of 2025 NBA draft
Alijah Martin's basketball journey just reached the next level. The former Florida basketball guard was selected by the Toronto Raptors with the No. 39 pick in the 2025 NBA draft, capping off a five-year college career that included two Final Four appearances and a national championship. Martin becomes the latest Florida product to reach the NBA, joining former teammate Walter Clayton Jr. in this year's draft who was drafted in the first round, as well as a legacy of Gators who've transitioned from Gainesville to the pros. Martin made history before even hearing his name called. He became the first player to start in a Final Four for two different programs–first with Florida Atlantic in 2023, then again with the Gators in 2025, where he helped deliver Florida's first national title since 2007. In his lone season under Florida basketball head coach Todd Golden, Martin averaged 14.4 points, knocked down 79 threes and hit several clutch shots, including a pair of free throws in the title game that sealed the championship against the Houston Cougars. Over his full college career, Martin totaled 2,022 points, 786 rebounds, 321 threes and 211 steals, showcasing a gritty, two-way skill set that made him a fan favorite and a reliable scorer wherever he played. The Summit, Mississippi native is known not just for his highlight-reel dunks and three-point range, but also for his leadership and big-game DNA. Martin scored double digits in 11 straight games starting March 1, including 17 points in the Final Four win over the Auburn Tigers and 10 points in the Elite Eight victory over the Texas Tech Red Raiders. Now, Martin will look to bring that same energy, edge and winning pedigree to the Toronto Raptors. Whether it's as a scorer off the bench or a defensive spark plug, the Florida standout has all the tools to carve out a role at the next level. Follow us @GatorsWire on X, formerly known as Twitter, as well as Bluesky, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Florida Gators news, notes and opinions.
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2 days ago
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Florida Wins Major Recruiting Battle for In-State Lineman
Florida Wins Major Recruiting Battle for In-State Lineman originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Billy Napier and the Florida Gators have been one of the more aggressive teams in their college football recruiting. Advertisement Already securing lots of high end talent, they are in the running for plenty of more recruits, who they would love to see in Gainesville. Their 2026 recruiting class has continued strong, as they look to secure another top 10 recruiting class, currently with the No. 13 class in the country. On Monday, the Gators received major recruiting news, as they have won a big recruiting battle with in-state three-star offensive lineman Javarii Luckas, who will join the team in Gainesville in 2026. Florida Gators head coach Billy Napier and quarterback DJ Lagway (2).© Matt Pendleton / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Florida beat out the Miami Hurricanes, Penn State Nittany Lions, and West Virginia Mountaineers for the 6-foot-6, 305 pound offensive tackle. Advertisement Luckas is now the 11th recruit so far in the 2026 class, with him being the third offensive lineman recruit. Still looking to claim their first top 100 recruit of the window, they certainly are off to a strong start with rounding out their recruiting board. Looking a step earlier to their 2025 class, there is a lot of promise going into the first season with quarterback DJ Lagway at the helm full-time. With the returning players on the offensive side of the ball, as well as a five-star wide receiver Vernell Brown III coming in, Lagway and the Gators look to be one of the more explosive teams in 2025. The Gators will be kicking off their 2025 campaign with two home, in-state games against LIU and USF, before beginning SEC play at LSU. Advertisement Related: Five-Star Wide Receiver Makes Major Recruitment Announcement Related: Latest Florida Commit Shares Incredible Stat With NFL Legend This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 16, 2025, where it first appeared.
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5 days ago
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FAMU football gets commitment from Florida QB Lawrence Wright IV, son of former Gators star
Florida A&M football is still building quarterback depth. This time, the Rattlers got a commitment from the son of a college football star of yesteryears. P.K. Yonge Blue Wave Lawrence Wright IV (1) looks to throw during the first half between P.K. Yonge and Keystone Heights at P.K. Yonge School in Gainesville, FL on Thursday, November 2, 2023. [Chris Watkins/Gainesville Sun] Chris Watkins/Gainesville Sun On Friday, June 13, former Florida Gators quarterback Lawrence Wright IV announced that he is transferring to FAMU. Advertisement The redshirt freshman's father, Lawrence Wright III, was an All-American safety for Florida and won the 1996-1997 Jim Thorpe Award while helping the Gators win the national championship in the same season. Florida's Danny Wuerffel, left, and Lawrence Wright share a laugh Jan. 11, 1997, at the Gators' national championship celebration at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium at Florida Field in Gainesville, Fla. Wright IV spent the 2024 season with the Gators as a preferred walk-on. He didn't make any appearances during the 13-game season. In high school, Wright IV played at Gainesville's PK Yonge, where he graduated in 2024. The 6-foot-1, 243-pound Wright IV joins an everchanging FAMU quarterback room that has added RJ Johnson III, RJ Mayes, Tyler Jefferson, and Jett Peddy this offseason. The Rattlers' returning quarterbacks are Traven Green and Bryson Martin. Advertisement FAMU football opens its 12-game regular season schedule on Aug. 30 versus the Howard Bison in the Orange Blossom Classic at Miami Gardens' Hard Rock Stadium. Florida A&M Football 2025 Schedule Week 1: Saturday, Aug. 30 ― vs. Howard (Orange Blossom Classic at Miami Gardens' Hard Rock Stadium), 4 p.m., ESPNU Week 2: Saturday, Sept. 6 ― at Florida Atlantic, 6 p.m., ESPN Plus Week 3: Saturday, Sept. 13 ― vs. Albany State, 7 p.m. Week 4: BYE/OPEN WEEK Week 5: Saturday, Sept. 27 ― vs. Alabama State (SWAC), 3 p.m. Week 6: Saturday, Oct. 4 ― vs. Mississippi Valley State (SWAC/at Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium) Week 7: Saturday, Oct. 11 ― vs. North Carolina Central, 3 p.m. Week 8: Saturday, Oct. 18 ― vs. Alcorn State (SWAC/Homecoming), 4 p.m. Week 9: Saturday, Oct. 25 ― at Southern (SWAC) Week 10: Saturday, Nov. 1 ― vs. Jackson State (SWAC), 7 p.m. Week 11: Saturday, Nov. 8 ― at Arkansas-Pine Bluff (SWAC), 3 p.m. Week 12: Saturday, Nov. 15 ― at Alabama A&M (SWAC), 3 p.m. Week 13: Saturday, Nov. 22 ― vs. Bethune-Cookman (SWAC/Florida Classic at Orlando's Camping World Stadium) Saturday, Nov. 29 ― NCAA FCS Playoffs Begin (If Necessary) Saturday, Dec. 6 ― SWAC Championship Game (If Necessary) Saturday, Dec. 13 ― Celebration Bowl at Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium (If Necessary) Monday, Jan. 5, 2026 ― NCAA FCS National Championship Game at Nashville's FirstBank Stadium (If Necessary) All times listed are in Eastern Standard Time. Gerald Thomas, III is a multi-time award-winning journalist for his coverage of the Florida A&M Rattlers at the Tallahassee Democrat. Follow his award-winning coverage on and contact him via email at GDThomas@ or on the app formerly known as Twitter @3peatgee. This article originally appeared on Tallahassee Democrat: Lawrence Wright IV, son of Florida Gators star, commits to FAMU football
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6 days ago
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Florida's Offensive Line Group Receives High Praise From Former SEC Star
Florida's Offensive Line Group Receives High Praise From Former SEC Star originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Florida Gators won their final four games of the 2024 season. Notably, Florida outperformed the top-ranked LSU Tigers and the Ole Miss Rebels during the home stretch while also defeating a nine-win Tulane Green Wave in their bowl game. Offensively, the Gators leaned on a methodical rushing game and a strong offensive line to post their first winning season in four years. Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13).Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images Head coach Billy Napier's squad will have the chance this year to do something many programs are incapable of doing in the NIL era. Alongside quarterback DJ Lagway, much of the offensive line from the 2024 campaign will return for the Gators this fall. Advertisement Starting left tackle Austin Barber, left guard Knijeah Harris, center Jake Slaughter, and right guard Damieon George Jr. will all return to Gainesville in 2025 after starting the team's bowl game victory. Meanwhile, former three-star tackle Bryce Lovett and Arkansas Razorbacks transfer Devon Manuel will compete for the final starting position. On the Always College Football Podcast, host and former Alabama Crimson Tide starting quarterback Greg McElroy called Florida's front five the third-best in the country. "You got Jake Slaughter back, who is big-time at center. Him being back is massive. Austin Barber is back at left tackle. A guy that was generating some NFL draft buzz decided to return. I do look at what you have back on the interior. The guard spot, I think you like those pieces," said McElroy alongside his co-host Cole Cubelic. He continued, saying, "I would imagine you just have to figure out right tackle. Now, for the most part, this should be one of the best groups in the country, assuming all those pieces can come together and reach their collective goal." Advertisement Florida will open their season against the LIU Sharks at home in late August. Related: Florida Dealt Unfortunate Recruiting News on Wednesday This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 20, 2025, where it first appeared.
