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A member of the American College of Healthcare Executives, Dennis Fine spent nearly eight years as the chief operating officer of the DuPage Medical Group in Downers Grove, Illinois, followed by more than four years as the COO of ProHealthcare New York (PHNY) in Long Island, NY. During his time at DuPage and Optum, Dennis Fine's responsibilities included included oversight of thousands of employees and physician practice management for groups valued at approximately $2 billion.

In his present role as the COO of Essen Medical in the Bronx, Mr. Fine oversees all operational aspects and strategic planning initiatives. He is also responsible for the profit, loss, and conflict resolution and loss of the organization.

Throughout his career as a business leader, Mr. Fine has engaged in a number of recapitalization efforts and mergers and acquisitions. He has also served on boards through his philanthropic work with organizations such as the American Heart Association and the DuPage Community Clinic.

Dennis Fine studied broadcasting and sociology as an undergraduate at the University of Miami. He continued his education at Georgia State University, graduating with an MBA in 2000.

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Experienced Healthcare Industry Executive Dennis Fine

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A member of the American College of Healthcare Executives, Dennis Fine spent nearly eight years as the chief operating officer of the DuPage Medical Group in Downers Grove, Illinois, followed by more...

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The first evidence of golfing was on Scotland's Eastern coasts in the 14th century, where participants hit pebbles over dunes and across tracks using bent sticks. However, King James II banned this activity in 1457 after realizing that soldiers were spending more time on it than on military training. In 1502, King James IV granted golfing the royal seal of approval to lift the ban, which was significant in the spread of the sport across Europe. In 1754, the St. Andrew's society of golfers was formed to manage annual Scottish competitions using formal rules.

The world's first 18-hole golf course was set up at St. Andrews in 1764, while the first non-Scottish course was built in London in 1766. The US built its first golf course, the Chicago golf club, in 1893, and in 1894, the United States golf association (USGA) was formed to regulate the sport. This sport's popularity grew significantly, and by 1900, there were over 1000 American golf clubs, making the country a prestigious host for global competitions.

Playing golf regularly improves your cardiovascular health. Golfers' heart rates increase as more blood flows to the heart, reducing their risk of developing cardiovascular illnesses. The sport manages and eliminates the disease's risk factors, including inactivity and high lipid and insulin levels.

Golfing also helps improve your mental health. Moving around a golf course is a good physical exercise that promotes the release of endorphins, the chemical that improves mood, reduces pain, and relieves stress.

Another golfing benefit is that it improves concentration levels. Golfers practice high levels of focus and accuracy as they attempt to hit targets with the fewest shots. Their hand-eye coordination improves, and the sport nurtures their creativity as they apply foresight to visualize the ball's movement.

Regular golfing burns calories and is effective in weight management. Participants pull, swing, and walk over 12,000 steps across 18-hole golf courses. Spectators also benefit because they cover over 7,000 steps as they follow their favorite golfer on the course. These activities are significant in losing weight and are favorable for those who dislike intensive workout programs.

Moreover, golfing improves the quality of sleep. Golfers have high energy levels since their bodies get enough time for cell repair and regeneration. It promotes blood flow to the brain, improving nerve connections and lowering the chances of developing brain conditions, specifically dementia.

Over and above, golfing regularly improves your lifespan. Researchers claim that golfers have 40 percent lower mortality rates than non-golfers. They add that golfers live five years longer than those who do not engage in the sport.

Golfing is also important socially because enthusiasts can meet and interact with other people with similar interests. It is also an excellent networking activity to discuss business in a more relaxed setting. Golfers can create beneficial relationships at golf courses, transfer these friendships off-field, and transform them into networks.

Golfing has economic significance. Golf clubs and courses create over two million jobs for caddies, laborers, trainers, chefs, maintenance personnel, managers, and directors. Moreover, the US golfing sector contributes over four billion dollars to charity to help needy communities.

Lastly, this sport is essential to the real estate industry. Golf courses encourage the development of local amenities, such as parking spaces, to attract high-spending social groups. These resources improve the value of the land and buildings in the long run, attracting other significant economic players, such as casinos and hotels.

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As the chief operating officer of Essen Medical in the Bronx, New York, Dennis Fine reports to the medical chief executive officer on matters of strategy, profit and loss, and all other aspects of operations at the medical group. He is also active in the areas of marketing and sales. Dennis Fine served as the chief operating officer of ProHealth NY in Long Island, NY. Between 2010 and 2017, he worked for the DuPage Medical Group as a chief operating officer, during which time he was responsible for business operations and managing more than 3,500 employees.

In addition to his work at Essen Medical, Mr. Fine is active in New York’s healthcare landscape as a member of the American Heart Association. He spends his free time volunteering in New York and attending medical industry events.

A member of the American College of Healthcare Executives, Dennis Fine conducted his undergraduate studies at the University of Miami in Coral Gables, focusing his work on broadcasting his sociology. After receiving his bachelor of science, he enrolled in a master of business administration program at Georgia State University in Atlanta, which he completed in 2000.