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Newswise: Hackensack Meridian JFK Advanced Lung and Airway Center is the Second Medical Center in the United States to Separate the Fissure Robotically and Then Place the Valve During the Same Surgery
Released: 19-Oct-2023 10:05 AM EDT
Hackensack Meridian JFK Advanced Lung and Airway Center is the Second Medical Center in the United States to Separate the Fissure Robotically and Then Place the Valve During the Same Surgery
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Combining Robotic Surgery with Endobronchial Valves for Patients with Advanced Emphysema Allowing More Patients to Benefit from this Procedure.

Newswise: A Life Saved, A Friend Made
Released: 16-Oct-2023 8:05 AM EDT
A Life Saved, A Friend Made
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Arminda Jaochico, an outreach nurse navigator for Community Outreach & Engagement at the John Theurer Cancer Center was recently awarded a certificate of appreciation from the New Milford, New Jersey Police Department for life saving efforts last September.

Released: 12-Oct-2023 4:05 PM EDT
Jersey Shore University Medical Center Earns ACGME Accreditation for New Anesthesiology Residency Program
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Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center’s new four-year Anesthesiology Residency Program, launching spring 2024, recently earned accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME).

Newswise: Hackensack University Medical Center Holds Ribbon Cutting on a new Center for Weight Loss and Metabolic Health
Released: 12-Oct-2023 10:05 AM EDT
Hackensack University Medical Center Holds Ribbon Cutting on a new Center for Weight Loss and Metabolic Health
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The Integrated Program is dedicated to helping people lose weight and keep it off in the most healthy and appropriate way.

Newswise: Hackensack Meridian Health Receives $3 Million Grant to Make Fresh Produce More Accessible to Families in Need
Released: 12-Oct-2023 8:05 AM EDT
Hackensack Meridian Health Receives $3 Million Grant to Make Fresh Produce More Accessible to Families in Need
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Health system is launching the Fresh Match program this fall and partnering with grocery retailers to make fresh fruits and vegetables more accessible to low income families

Newswise: Hackensack Meridian JFK University Medical Center Welcomes Iman Andalib, MD, Advanced Practice Gastroenterologist
Released: 11-Oct-2023 11:05 AM EDT
Hackensack Meridian JFK University Medical Center Welcomes Iman Andalib, MD, Advanced Practice Gastroenterologist
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Dr. Andalib uses the latest technological and treatment advances for complex and minimally invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures

Released: 11-Oct-2023 9:05 AM EDT
iPlay America Gifts $250,000 to Support the Child Life Program at K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital
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Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center Foundation is pleased to announce a generous gift of $250,000 from iPlay America, New Jersey’s largest indoor amusement park, to support the Child Life Program at Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health at K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital in Neptune.

Newswise: He’s Always There for Us, Now We’re There For Him
Released: 10-Oct-2023 12:05 PM EDT
He’s Always There for Us, Now We’re There For Him
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When Hackensack University Medical Center Security Officer Dwayne Humes walks into a room, his presence quietly commands attention. Dwayne served six years in the United States Air Force and 31 years and counting at the hospital.

Newswise: Hackensack University Medical Center holds
Released: 10-Oct-2023 10:05 AM EDT
Hackensack University Medical Center holds "Proud To Be A Team Member" T-Shirt Day!
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Team members celebrated working at the #1 hospital in NJ with a "Proud To Be A Team Member" T-Shirt Day.

Newswise: More Than 150 Men Show Up for Their Health
Released: 5-Oct-2023 2:15 PM EDT
More Than 150 Men Show Up for Their Health
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Hackensack Meridian Health’s Men’s Health Day offers screenings for those at high risk for prostate cancer & other diseases.

Newswise: Stride with a Purpose in Support of Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine at the Inaugural Bonita Stanton, M.D., Memorial 5K Run/Walk
Released: 5-Oct-2023 8:05 AM EDT
Stride with a Purpose in Support of Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine at the Inaugural Bonita Stanton, M.D., Memorial 5K Run/Walk
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Stride with a Purpose in Support of Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine at the Inaugural Bonita Stanton, M.D., Memorial 5K Run/Walk

Newswise: Hackensack Meridian Health Research Institute Creates First Spin-off Company, EValuate Diagnostics
Released: 4-Oct-2023 11:30 AM EDT
Hackensack Meridian Health Research Institute Creates First Spin-off Company, EValuate Diagnostics
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The company, based on science from the Hackensack Meridian Center for Discovery and Innovation, promises to capture biomarkers for early diagnostics detecting cancer and a variety of diseases.

Newswise: Girl Scouts Rally for Hackensack University Medical Center Nurses
Released: 3-Oct-2023 10:05 AM EDT
Girl Scouts Rally for Hackensack University Medical Center Nurses
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Three members of Girl Scout Troop 96028 from Maywood, NJ, brought smiles to the faces of countless frontline health care workers at Hackensack University Medical Center last week when they delivered hundreds of “Smile Goody Bags.”

Newswise: Hackensack Meridian Health Officially Opens It’s $24 Million State-of-the-Art Carrier Behavioral Health at Raritan Bay Medical Center
Released: 27-Sep-2023 11:05 AM EDT
Hackensack Meridian Health Officially Opens It’s $24 Million State-of-the-Art Carrier Behavioral Health at Raritan Bay Medical Center
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“Raritan Bay Medical Center has provided high quality, compassionate care to the Perth Amboy community for more than a century. The need for Behavioral Health services in our communities is greater than ever.

Released: 27-Sep-2023 10:05 AM EDT
Innovations Making A Difference In The Fight Against Breast Cancer This Breast Cancer Awareness Month
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Experts available on for October's Breast Cancer Awareness month regarding advancements and changes in screenings, chemotherapy, antibody therapies and breast surgery.

Newswise: *MEDIA ADVISORY*
Men’s Health Day Targets Those at High Risk for Prostate Cancer - Including African Americans
Released: 26-Sep-2023 12:05 PM EDT
*MEDIA ADVISORY* Men’s Health Day Targets Those at High Risk for Prostate Cancer - Including African Americans
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Join NY Giants great Harry Carson and Hackensack Meridian Health to Get Screened for Prostate Cancer, High Blood Pressure, Diabetes, Asthma & Lung Disease and More

Released: 22-Sep-2023 2:05 PM EDT
ParkinSINGs Program at JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Center Receives Support from Parkinson’s Foundation
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ParkinSINGs Program at JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Center Receives Support from Parkinson’s Foundation

Newswise: American Association of Critical-Care Nurses Recognizes the Cardiac ICU at Jersey Shore University Medical Center with Gold-level Beacon Award for Excellence
Released: 21-Sep-2023 11:05 AM EDT
American Association of Critical-Care Nurses Recognizes the Cardiac ICU at Jersey Shore University Medical Center with Gold-level Beacon Award for Excellence
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The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) recently conferred a gold-level Beacon Award for Excellence on the Cardiac ICU at Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center.

Newswise: Patients at JFK University Medical Center to Benefit from $1 Million Gift from the Sarala Bathena Foundation
Released: 20-Sep-2023 8:30 AM EDT
Patients at JFK University Medical Center to Benefit from $1 Million Gift from the Sarala Bathena Foundation
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A $1 million gift to Hackensack Meridian JFK University Medical Center Foundation by the Sarala Bathena Foundation will establish the Sarala Bathena Oncology Patient Assistance Fund at Hackensack Meridian JFK University Medical Center, a not-for-profit medical center located in Edison, NJ.

Newswise: American Association of Critical-Care Nurses Recognizes the Cardiac ICU at Jersey Shore University Medical Center with Gold-level Beacon Award for Excellence
Released: 19-Sep-2023 4:05 PM EDT
American Association of Critical-Care Nurses Recognizes the Cardiac ICU at Jersey Shore University Medical Center with Gold-level Beacon Award for Excellence
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The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) recently conferred a gold-level Beacon Award for Excellence on the Cardiac ICU at Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center.

Newswise: Five Hackensack Meridian Hospitals Nationally Recognized for Excellence with ACC HeartCARE Center Designations
Released: 19-Sep-2023 8:05 AM EDT
Five Hackensack Meridian Hospitals Nationally Recognized for Excellence with ACC HeartCARE Center Designations
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They are the only hospitals in New Jersey to earn this elite distinction and provide world-class patient care through a sustainable quality improvement program

Newswise: Jersey Shore University Medical Center Now Providing Patients with Phase I Clinical Trial Innovative Therapies
Released: 13-Sep-2023 3:05 PM EDT
Jersey Shore University Medical Center Now Providing Patients with Phase I Clinical Trial Innovative Therapies
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Phase I clinical trials provide an opportunity for cancer patients to access novel drugs or combinations of drugs for those in need of new options. Experts from Hackensack Meridian Hackensack University Medical Center’s John Theurer Cancer Center have now established a satellite phase I clinical trial program at Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center.

Released: 13-Sep-2023 1:05 PM EDT
Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health Receives Funding to Make Its Children’s Hospitals “No Hit Zones” and Work in the Community to End Domestic Violence
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In establishing a “No Hit Zone” in its two children’s hospitals, Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital in Hackensack and K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital in Neptune, the network is protecting the health of children by addressing the cycle of violence that often begins with domestic abuse.

   
Released: 12-Sep-2023 10:05 AM EDT
Hackensack University Medical Center Foundation to Host Annual 2023 Urology Research and Education Symposium
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Hackensack University Medical Center Foundation to Host Annual 2023 Urology Research and Education Symposium

Released: 11-Sep-2023 3:05 PM EDT
A Day of Adventure in Support of Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine at a Sporting Clays Outing at The Hudson Farm Club
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A Day of Adventure in Support of Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine at a Sporting Clays Outing at The Hudson Farm Club

Newswise: Celebrating 20 Years of Revving Engines: Hackensack University Medical Center Foundation to Host Annual Joseph M. Sanzari Charity Motorcycle Run and Raffle
Released: 7-Sep-2023 10:30 AM EDT
Celebrating 20 Years of Revving Engines: Hackensack University Medical Center Foundation to Host Annual Joseph M. Sanzari Charity Motorcycle Run and Raffle
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Celebrating 20 Years of Revving Engines: Hackensack University Medical Center Foundation to Host Annual Joseph M. Sanzari Charity Motorcycle Run and Raffle

Released: 7-Sep-2023 10:00 AM EDT
Raritan Bay Medical Center Foundation to Host Art Show on September 14
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Raritan Bay Medical Center Foundation to Host Art Show on September 14

Newswise: Hackensack Meridian JFK University Medical Center Now Offers Aquablation Therapy for Men with Urological Symptoms from Enlarged Prostate
Released: 7-Sep-2023 9:50 AM EDT
Hackensack Meridian JFK University Medical Center Now Offers Aquablation Therapy for Men with Urological Symptoms from Enlarged Prostate
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JFK University Medical Center is one of the first hospitals in New Jersey to offer this advanced treatment option

Newswise: Hackensack University Medical Center Foundation to Host 6th Annual NICUSTRONG Walk to Advance Care for Smallest Patients
Released: 30-Aug-2023 11:05 AM EDT
Hackensack University Medical Center Foundation to Host 6th Annual NICUSTRONG Walk to Advance Care for Smallest Patients
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Hackensack University Medical Center Foundation to Host 6th Annual NICUSTRONG Walk to Advance Care for Smallest Patients

Released: 23-Aug-2023 9:30 AM EDT
New Trustees Join Hackensack Meridian Health Foundation's Hospital Foundations
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New Trustees Join Hackensack Meridian Health Foundation's Hospital Foundations

Released: 16-Aug-2023 1:30 PM EDT
As Kids Go Back To School, Parents Prepare For A Healthy School Year
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Variety of health back to school pitches from the experts at Hackensack Meridian Children's Health

Newswise: Hackensack Meridian Neuroscience Institute Set To Debut First-In-The-World ZAP-X Gyroscopic Radiosurgery® For The Brain Combined With Synaptive MRI To Shorten The Time From Diagnosis To Treatment
Released: 14-Aug-2023 2:55 PM EDT
Hackensack Meridian Neuroscience Institute Set To Debut First-In-The-World ZAP-X Gyroscopic Radiosurgery® For The Brain Combined With Synaptive MRI To Shorten The Time From Diagnosis To Treatment
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New first in the world Zap-X Gyroscopic radiosurgery equipment paired with brain only Synaptive MRI for treatment of brain tumors and other conditions

Released: 10-Aug-2023 2:45 PM EDT
As Kids Go Back To School, Parents Prepare For A Healthy School Year
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Medical experts offer tips on various back to school health concerns to prepare for a healthy successful school year.

Newswise: U.S. News & World Report Ranks Hackensack Meridian Hackensack University Medical Center the #1 Hospital in New Jersey and #6 in the New York Metropolitan Area
Released: 1-Aug-2023 9:00 AM EDT
U.S. News & World Report Ranks Hackensack Meridian Hackensack University Medical Center the #1 Hospital in New Jersey and #6 in the New York Metropolitan Area
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Hackensack University Medical Center as the #1 hospital in New Jersey according to its annual Best Hospitals list, making it the only New Jersey hospital with the #1 adult and children’s hospital rankings.

Newswise: Hackensack Meridian Hackensack University Medical Center Earns Five-Star Rating by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services in 2023 Overall Hospital Quality Star Rating Program
Released: 31-Jul-2023 9:55 AM EDT
Hackensack Meridian Hackensack University Medical Center Earns Five-Star Rating by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services in 2023 Overall Hospital Quality Star Rating Program
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Hackensack University Medical Center has received a five-star rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), the highest rating offered by the federal agency’s Overall Hospital Quality Star Rating program.

Released: 28-Jul-2023 3:05 PM EDT
USA Women’s National Team Pursues Third Consecutive Championship in World Cup, Despite Some Players Sitting Out With Injuries, Experts Available To Discuss Why Women Are More Prone To ACL Injuries Especially In Soccer
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Hackensack Meridian Health orthopedic experts available to discuss ACL injuries, prevention, recovery and new procedures to treat the injury that is common in female athletes including in this World Cup

Newswise: Hackensack Meridian Health Appoints Dr. Gregory J. Rokosz As Chief Medical Officer for Old Bridge and Raritan Bay Medical Center’s
Released: 25-Jul-2023 9:55 AM EDT
Hackensack Meridian Health Appoints Dr. Gregory J. Rokosz As Chief Medical Officer for Old Bridge and Raritan Bay Medical Center’s
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“We are delighted to welcome Dr. Gregory Rokosz to Old Bridge and Raritan Bay Medical Center’s,” said Patricia Carroll, FACHE, president, chief hospital executive, Old Bridge and Raritan Bay Medical Center’s. “Dr. Rokosz will continue his stellar medical career in leadership positions spanning clinical affairs, research, and medical education. He is an emergency physician and a health law attorney, and we could not have a more qualified or experienced medical leader joining both our hospital’s.”

Released: 24-Jul-2023 10:45 AM EDT
Hackensack Meridian JFK University Medical Center EMS Recognized by American Heart Association for Providing High Quality Care to People with Most Severe Type of Heart Attack and Stroke
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Hackensack MeridianJFK University Medical Center’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) has received, for the ninth consecutive year, the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline® EMS Gold achievement award for its high quality, rapid and research-based care to people experiencing the most severe form of heart attack and stroke, ultimately saving lives.

Newswise: Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine White Coat Ceremony Welcomes Sixth Cohort of Students
Released: 21-Jul-2023 10:45 AM EDT
Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine White Coat Ceremony Welcomes Sixth Cohort of Students
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The Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine welcomed its newest class of 167 students with a White Coat ceremony at the Venetian in Garfield.

Released: 19-Jul-2023 11:35 AM EDT
Hackensack Meridian Raritan Bay Medical Center Now Offers Electroconvulsive Therapy As Part of $30 Million Investment To Expand Its Behavioral Health Services
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“There is a lot of misperception and misinformation about ECT,” said Arunesh K. Mishra, MD, central region chair of psychiatry, Hackensack Meridian Health, who treats behavioral health conditions and has used ECT therapy as a treatment option. “It is an option for people with severe depression and other psychiatric disorders that have not been satisfactorily treated by other therapies.”

Newswise: Hackensack Meridian Hackensack University Medical Center Performs 25,000 Robotic-Assisted Surgical Procedures
Released: 19-Jul-2023 11:00 AM EDT
Hackensack Meridian Hackensack University Medical Center Performs 25,000 Robotic-Assisted Surgical Procedures
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Hackensack Meridian Hackensack University Medical Center is now part of an elite group of hospitals in the U.S. to have performed 25,000 robotic surgical procedures.

Released: 19-Jul-2023 9:30 AM EDT
Southern Ocean Medical Center Foundation to Host Annual Signature Social on August 4
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On Friday, August 4, Hackensack Meridian Southern Ocean Medical Center Foundation will host its annual Signature Social at Bonnet Island Estate in Manahawkin.



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