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New York, NY - May 20, 2008 - Alterna LLC, the makers of Kerasal® and the New York College of Podiatric Medicine (NYCPM), the first and largest college of podiatric medicine, today dedicated the Kerasal Education Center at the College's Park Avenue location in New York.
The Kerasal Education Center was renovated earlier this year, and now offers students a modern learning center with state-of-the-art audio visual equipment, hardwood floors and new furniture. Kerasal, for which the center is named, is a clinically-proven and formula for treating dry feet and cracked heels. It is safe for diabetics and is approved by the American Podiatric Medical Association.
"We are pleased to have the opportunity to work with NYCPM and its distinguished faculty and staff," stated Steve Cagle, President, Alterna LLC, makers of Kerasal. "NYCPM is one of our nation's most prestigious educational institutions and we are honored to have the opportunity to support it."
"We are extremely grateful to Alterna for its very generous donation, which has enabled us to create the Kerasal Education Center here at NYCPM," said Louis L. Levine, President and CEO of the College. "Our students have already begun to benefit from the enhanced learning environment created by this state-of-the-art education center."
Located on the second floor of the school, the Kerasal Education Center is already being put to good use by faculty and students as the spring semester comes to a close.
(Pictured above) NYCPM President and CEO Louis L. Levine and Steve Cagle, President, Alterna LLC, makers of Kerasal®, cut the ribbon at the dedication of the Kerasal Education Center at NYCPM.
New York College of Podiatric Medicine
The New York College of Podiatric Medicine, established in 1911, is the first and largest of the eight U.S. schools of podiatric medicine. Its clinical affiliate - Foot Clinics of New York - is the world's largest foot health center, recording nearly 30,000 patient visits a year. NYCPM has graduated more than 25% of all practicing podiatrists in the nation, and is at the forefront of podiatric care in terms of education, public awareness, government legislation and professional advancement. Visit the College's website at www.nycpm.edu and the website of the Foot Clinics at www.footclinic.org for more information.
