the July/August 2009 issue

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healthviews
a health publicati o n f r o m
Jersey Shore University Medical Center
Join Us for the
Grand Opening of
The NEW Jersey Shore!
page 6
Team Effort
Saves Teen’s Kidney
page 19
How to Choose a
Hearing Aid
page 13
Learn How the
Meridian CardioVascular
Network Works!
See Brochure
Inside!
JerseyShoreUniversityMedicalCenter.com | September/October 2009
inside this issue
September/October 2009
4-5
• Ocean Medical Center
Celebrates Its
Silver Anniversary
• Ocean Medical Center:
By the Numbers
• Fun Facts from 1984
6-7
• Step Inside The New
Jersey Shore
8-9
• Deadly Clots Are No
Match for Riverview’s
Endovascular Suite
• Know Your Risk for ‘Triple A’
10
• After Surgery, Meridian At
Home Helps You Heal
11
16
• We’ve Got the Beat: Repairing
the Rhythm of a Heart
• Three Heart Health Warning
Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore
• Cervical Cancer
Patient Spreads Message
of Prevention
• When the World Spins:
Dealing with Vertigo
15
• Ask the Health Experts:
All About Sleep
Ocean Is Celebrating Its Silver Anniversary
Since its official dedication in 1984, Ocean Medical
Center has become a tremendous health and wellness resource for the residents of Ocean and southern
Monmouth counties. In fact, it’s ranked as the number one
hospital in Ocean County for the treatment of heart attack,
congestive heart failure, and surgical care improvement.
Learn about Ocean’s history and evolution on page 4.
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• Team Effort Helps Save a
Child’s Kidney
20-23
• Calendar of Events
24-25
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The New Jersey Shore Is Opening!
The much-anticipated New Jersey Shore University
Medical Center will open on July 18! I hope you will
come and help us celebrate at our Grand Opening
event. You’ll find details about this fun-filled day on
page 20. Turn to page 6 to learn how the Transforming
Care project will enhance our ability to provide you
with better access to our state-of-the-art care.
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12
• Make a Sound Decision on
Hearing Aids
• Protect Yourself from
Harmful Sounds
It’s an exciting time to be at Meridian Health for three
very important reasons.
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• When You Need Surgery,
Quality Counts
• Checklist: Are You Ready
for Surgery?
13
A Message to the Community
• Kidney Stones Lead to
Life-Threatening Illness
• An Act of Generosity
Brightens Ocean’s Future
• Be Like Mike’s —
Keep It Healthy!
• The ‘Eyes’ Have It:
New Technology Helps
Clear Cataracts
John K. Lloyd, FACHE
President,
Meridian Health
Riverview just had twins!
Riverview Medical Center is the proud parent of
two J.D. Power and Associates Outstanding Patient
Experience awards for its outpatient and maternity
services. Fewer than 40 hospitals nationwide hold this
distinction. J.D. Power and Associates bestows the
awards after surveying our patients — so the awards are
a direct reflection of our patients’ positive experiences.
• Pick Bell Peppers to Punch
Up Your Diet
• Recipe: Savory Potato and
Pepper Salad
• Word Jumble
We hope you enjoy all of the articles in this issue of
Meridian HealthViews and wish you and your family a
safe, healthy summer!
Sincerely,
On the cover:
Julieanne Robinson, pictured
here with Howie, is back to
being active as the vice
president of her school’s Future
Farmers of America. Read how
the team at K. Hovnanian
Children’s Hospital saved her
kidney on page 19.
We’ve Got Heart
Turn to page 14 for your FREE reference brochure
that shows all that Meridian CardioVascular
Network does to keep your heart healthy. The way
we look at heart care changes everything.
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Meridian HealthViews September/October 2009
OCEAN medical center
Ocean Medical Center
Celebrates Its Silver Anniversary
“Today in Brick Township, a hospital is born …”
Hospital officials and fund-raisers gather to
review plans at the hospital construction
site. Left to right: Douglas Johnson, Richard
Leone, Roy Basso, and Alan Cohen.
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After a two-year construction project,
the new hospital stands ready to receive
its first patients in July 1984.
hese were the words shared by
because it’s real, ladies and gentlemen. It’s
John Paul Doyle, then assembly
here, and we did it.”
majority leader, during the dedication
What they did was create a five-story,
ceremony of Brick Hospital on July 4, 1984.
$34 million structure that held 120 beds,
His words brought smiles to the faces of
three operating suites, outpatient services,
the more than 1,000 people who gathered
and 24-hour emergency department services.
in sweltering temperatures to see the
dedication of what many called a dream.
Remembering the Beginning
The event marked the culmination of
In the late 1960s, Norma Pols met Alan.
a 24-year effort by those who sought to
He told her about his dream for a hospital
bring a hospital to the township. Volunteers
in Brick. She, too, felt there was a need
worked tirelessly to raise money for the
for patient beds in the area and offered
new hospital, organizing fairs, balls, a
to help with the initiative. She became
thrift shop, and even cake sales.
involved with fund-raising, lobbying, and
Alan H. Cohen, then president of
recruiting support in the community.
the Brick Hospital Fund, said during the
More than 30 years later, Norma remains
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dedication ceremony, “Pinch yourselves,
actively involved with the Medical Center.
She remembers the early years and what
seemed like an impossible dream. “I can
remember being at a trustee meeting in 1982
when the blueprints for the hospital were
shared for the first time. I could feel the tears
coming down my face,” recalls Norma. “We
worked so hard, and here it was, ready to go.”
Lynne Cosgrove is currently a volunteer
in Ocean Medical Center’s Same-Day
Surgery area. Twenty-five years ago, she
was the nurse who opened the hospital’s
first four-bed same-day surgery unit. “Things
started out slow, with just me and one
aide,” says Lynne. Today, the 26-bed patient
care area is bustling with activity.
Lynne reflects on how far the hospital
has come. “Patients’ well-being, safety,
and privacy have moved in a better
direction. Computer systems have
improved efficiency, and the technology
to do minimally invasive procedures has
resulted in shorter patient stays, decreased
pain, and feeling better, sooner.”
Mary Jane Fendl, R.N., helped open the
first medical/surgical floor. “We started from
scratch to get the medication room ready. We
even went shopping to get bedding supplies
for the rooms. It was an exciting time, and I
was so glad to be part of it,” says Mary Jane.
A Vision for the Future
“This is just the beginning,” said Roy Basso,
then chairman of the board of directors,
Imaging Services Pavilion —
The latest technology in the hands of experts.
TAKING CARE OF
NEW JERSEY
At Ocean Medical Center we constantly look to enhance our services. We have a team of highly trained
and experienced imaging professionals, extended hours for convenience, and advanced technology.
• PET/CT
• 64-Slice CT for faster scan times and cardiac studies
• Open MRI and MRI with specialized coils for breast, prostate, and endorectal exams
• Women’s Imaging Pavilion with the full array of procedures — digital mammography, ultrasound, and bone density
° And a dedicated radiologist who specializes in breast imaging
• State-of-the-art nuclear camera in a newly renovated space
To schedule an appointment call 732.836.4025. For more
information call 732.836.4000 or visit OceanMedicalCenter.com
during the dedication. “Expansion will be
needed. Our service area is growing 15 times
faster than the growth rate of New Jersey.”
Roy’s words would hold true. Since
its opening, the hospital has undergone
several major transformations, including
an evolution of its name from Brick
Hospital to Ocean Medical Center.
In 1993, the west wing was added, and
2000 saw the addition of the Ambulatory
Care Center for outpatient services and the
addition of a sixth floor on the west wing.
The east wing was constructed in 2004.
“The hospital has progressed with
time and technology, and the expanded
specialties allow patients the option to get
specialty treatment locally,” says David
Cheli, M.D., a family practice physician
and member of the original medical staff.
“The technical expertise, coupled with a
personal touch that has continued over the
years, leads to more personal care.”
Today, the campus boasts a 281-bed
hospital and 40-bed rehabilitation center
and is a full-service facility providing
top-rated quality care for the residents
of Ocean and Monmouth counties. (See
sidebar at right for more Ocean numbers.)
“Ocean Medical Center has grown to
become one of the premier medical centers
in the area,” says Joseph Nitti, M.D., an
internal medicine physician who also has
been on the medical staff since its inception.
“The transformation is truly magnificent. We
are more effectively and efficiently treating
diseases, we have technology within our
walls that we could only have dreamed
about being at our fingertips years ago,
and we have the broader expertise and
expansion of services that the expanded
staffing and facilities have brought us.” n
— Donna Sellmann
Share Your Story
In celebration of Ocean’s 25th anniversary, we’d like to hear from our patients
as they share their favorite Ocean
Medical Center memory. How has
Ocean touched your life? You can keep
it short and sweet. Send your story to
[email protected]
or mail it to:
Meridian Health
Attn.: Maura McBride
1350 Campus Pkwy.
Neptune, NJ 07753
Ocean Medical Center: By the Numbers
#1 Hospital in Ocean County for the treatment of heart attack,
congestive heart failure, and surgical care improvement
500 Physicians at Ocean
14,500+ Patients admitted each year
1 of 5 New Jersey hospitals to make the list of
“America’s Safest Hospitals” in Forbes magazine
321 Beds
1,400 Employees
340 Volunteers
60,000+ Patients treated in the
Emergency Department and Ocean Care Center satellite
Emergency Department in Point Pleasant annually
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Meridian HealthViews July/August 2009
Step Inside The New Jersey Shore
This summer, Shore area residents will welcome a “new” and improved neighbor:
Jersey Shore University Medical Center.
J
ersey Shore University Medical Center is inviting you to step
inside its newly renovated patient care areas, which have been
under construction since 2006. Dubbed the Transforming Care
expansion project, the $300 million initiative has transformed the
hospital into a more welcoming, healing environment for patients
and their families.
“We knew with this transformation that we needed to provide
our patients and families with better access from the minute they
enter the campus to the minute they leave,” says Steve Littleson,
president of Jersey Shore University Medical Center. “Jersey Shore
is growing in size, and this improved access will provide quicker
and more efficient treatment for our patients.”
Read All
About It!
Watch for more
In the new Northwest Pavilion, patient room “neighborhoods” circle
nursing stations, giving nurses quick access and lines of sight to
their patients.
better access to more amenities
In addition to the new Emergency Department (ED), Jersey
information in the
Shore’s new Northwest Pavilion includes 108 new private rooms.
July 12 edition of the
The rooms offer comfortable, homelike furnishings and plenty of
Asbury Park Press!
natural light to create a warm, inviting environment for patients
and their families.
The rooms are grouped into “neighborhoods,” each of which
circles a nursing station close by. This design allows nurses to
manage a smaller number of patients — so patients have more
individual attention.
Besides increasing patients’ comfort, the hospital has
made it more convenient for patients and their guests to visit
Jersey Shore. The hospital has opened a new parking garage
with patient and guest parking on the second floor. This provides
direct access to the new Northwest Pavilion.
If patients and guests choose to park outside the garage, they
can park for free in any of the surface parking lots. Valet parking
also is available for any visitor, Monday through Friday, in three
locations: the main entrance of the hospital, the Ambulatory Care
Center, and the Emergency Department.
An all-glass atrium welcomes patients to the brand-new Northwest
Pavilion at Jersey Shore University Medical Center.
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Continue the Tour ... Live!
Please join us on Saturday, July 18, for the grand opening of the new facilities at Jersey Shore University Medical Center.
Our grand opening celebration will include a tour of the Transforming Care expansion. Turn to page 20 for more information!
A Bigger, Better Emergency
Department
Among the improved patient care areas at Jersey Shore is the
new state-of-the-art ED, which is double the size of the original
ED. Located on the first floor of the new Northwest Pavilion, the
new ED was designed from the ground up to grow with the area’s
changing needs.
Currently, Jersey Shore University Medical Center is the first
stop for emergency care for nearly 65,000 residents and visitors to the Shore each year. The ED is the region’s only level II
trauma center, serving an area of more than 1.8 million people
in Monmouth and Ocean counties. “It also houses one of the
New operating rooms, part of the Transforming Care expansion project,
give doctors access to technology that makes it easier for them to provide
you with the best treatment.
region’s only pediatric EDs, with dedicated areas for treating
emergencies in children,” says Khoshnood Ahmad, M.D., medical director of the Pediatric Emergency Department.
With more space for patient care, the new ED will be able to
State-of-the-Art Operating Rooms
handle about 50 percent more emergency visits.
Complementing the renovations in the Northwest Pavilion, six
“The new Emergency Department is the largest and best-
new high-tech operating rooms (ORs) also have been opened as
equipped in the region,” says Patricia Wesch, R.N., manager of
part of the Transforming Care expansion.
The new ORs, located in the new Rosa Diagnostic and Treatment
Building just north of the Mehandru Pavilion, enhance the hospi-
Jersey Shore’s ED. “These improvements will facilitate patient
treatment and reduce wait times.”
tal’s capabilities for cardiac, orthopedic, and general surgeries.
A ‘Green’ Commitment
“These ORs were built to provide patients with the best
possible care and to provide the surgical team with the ultimate
As part of its pledge to the community, Jersey Shore has
in ease and convenience,” says John Tozzi, M.D., chairman of
designed its Transforming Care expansion to follow the latest
Orthopedic Surgery at Jersey Shore.
ecofriendly building practices. The new facilities offer:
Advanced technology is wired into the ORs, helping doctors
• More outside ventilation to improve air quality for patients,
perform laparoscopic and other minimally invasive procedures.
visitors, and staff
Special cameras allow doctors to record their procedures to share
• Reduced water use by more than 1 million gallons a year
with colleagues, which helps facilitate teamwork on complex
• Lower energy costs by 35 percent
cases. LCD monitors in the ORs are connected to the hospital’s
• Reduced exposure to hazardous chemicals by using
electronic medical record system so doctors can view a patient’s
“green” cleaning products
X-rays, MRIs, or CT scans during a procedure.
• Expanded recycling, which saves 648 tons of garbage
For patients with cardiovascular problems, the new hybrid OR
from landfills
includes a custom-designed imaging system called biplane digi-
Together, these ecofriendly efforts — combined with
tal imaging. This cutting-edge imaging system allows doctors to
other patient-friendly renovations and new technology —
diagnose and treat cardiovascular diseases using advanced, mini-
make The New Jersey Shore one of the most innovative
mally invasive techniques.
hospitals around.
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Riverview Medical Center
Deadly Clots Are No Match for
Riverview’s Endovascular Suite
An Aberdeen resident survived two life-threatening blood clots, thanks to the excellent care provided
by a team of physicians at Riverview Medical Center.
F
or weeks, Betty DeGennaro had
been suffering from an intense pain
in her leg. “I couldn’t even walk all
the way through the supermarket,” Betty
recalls. “It was that painful.”
Betty thought she was suffering from
sciatica. But through what she calls “the
excellent work of my team of doctors,” she
found out that a clot was the culprit.
When Betty developed a virus that
left her completely dehydrated, she
was taken to an emergency department
at another hospital. At the time, Betty
was also experiencing intense leg pain.
However, a venous Doppler ultrasound
provided a negative result.
Finding the Answer
When Betty continued to experience leg
pain, she knew she had to go see her own
doctor, Stephen Jurewicz, M.D., who is
affiliated with Riverview Medical Center.
“When Dr. Jurewicz examined both of
my legs, he told me he hardly felt a pulse
in one of my legs,” Betty says. “He called
a vascular surgeon on the spot.”
Dr. Jurewicz called Stephen Kolakowski,
M.D., a fellowship-trained vascular surgeon also affiliated with Riverview. “I was
immediately comfortable and confident
when I went to Dr. K.’s office,” Betty recalls.
“His entire staff was personable, compassionate, and, more importantly, extremely
competent. I am so happy with the care
I received.”
A noninvasive vascular study performed
in Dr. Kolakowski’s office demonstrated a
Severe leg pain, like Betty experienced, can be a symptom of a blood clot. Betty had not one but
two clots in her leg, both treated at Riverview’s Endovascular Suite. She recalls her time at
Riverview Medical Center as “the absolute best health care experience.”
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about the doctors
Stephen S. Jurewicz, M.D.
Board certified in Internal
Medicine and Geriatric Medicine
Tinton Falls | 732-741-3600
Stephen Kolakowski, M.D.
Board certified in Vascular
Surgery and General Surgery
West Long Branch | 732-403-2075
severe arterial blockage, so Dr. Kolakowski
immediately sent Betty to Riverview. There
she was examined and treated in the
Medical Center’s new Endovascular Suite.
“My first course of action was doing an
arteriogram to locate the clot and determine if there were any additional vascular
issues,” explains Dr. Kolakowski. “When
the arteriogram showed a second clot, I
was able to immediately perform an embolectomy to remove both clots.”
Suite Treatments
Doctors on the vascular team use the
Endovascular Suite to treat problems
including stroke, carotid artery disease,
abdominal aortic aneurysms, and peripheral vascular disease.
They are able to perform minimally
invasive procedures such as diagnostic
catheterizations, stenting, balloon angioplasty, and embolizations. These procedures offer less radiation exposure for the
patient, reduced recovery time without the
pain of a large incision, and less visible
surgical scarring.
“I was so impressed with the
Endovascular Suite and all of the doctors
and nurses who treated me,” says Betty.
“From the preoperative care I received
from Dr. Mosca, my anesthesiologist, to
my postoperative care with Drs. Jurewicz,
Kolakowski, Pierson, Scher, and Boak,
I was completely at ease through the
entire experience.”
According to Dr. Jurewicz, “Betty is
doing well today and is benefiting from
the care of Richard Scher, D.O., who is
treating her with an anticoagulant commonly used to thin the blood so new clots
do not develop.”
“I feel so fortunate that Dr. Jurewicz is
my doctor,” Betty explains. “He provided
exceptional care and connected me to the
best team of doctors and the absolute best
health care experience.” n — Tria Deibert
Every Little Bit Counts
Regular exercise helps you stay fit — but did you know that it also promotes good
vascular health? Visit WellnessCenter.MeridianHealth.com and search “lose weight” to
read about easy ways you can work fitness into your routine every day.
Know Your Risk for
‘Triple A’
“Triple A” refers to a medical condition
known as abdominal aortic aneurysm. This
occurs when the aorta, the body’s largest
blood vessel, balloons outward and ruptures.
“If the aneurysm is caught before it ruptures, a surgeon can repair it,” says Joseph
Cauda, M.D., of Riverview Medical Center.
“However, the survival rate for ruptured
AAAs is less than 40 percent.”
This type of aneurysm is most common
in males 60 and older who have a family
history of the condition, or more than one
risk factor. Risk factors include:
• Smoking
• High cholesterol
• Emphysema
• Obesity
• High blood pressure
“If you have any symptoms of a AAA,
such as an abdominal mass or pain in your
abdomen, talk with your doctor,” says Dr.
Cauda, who specializes in vascular surgery.
You can reduce your risk for AAAs by exercising regularly, eating healthy, not smoking,
and controlling high blood pressure.
about the doctor
Joseph E. Cauda, M.D.
Board certified in General Surgery
Shrewsbury | 732-747-4744
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Love your legs!
TAKING CARE OF
NEW JERSEY
The new VNUS Closure® offers a minimally invasive option for varicose veins
so you can love your legs again!
Approximately 25 million Americans suffer from venous disease, a condition which often results in varicose veins
and other painful symptoms. In fact, for many, this is not just an aesthetic issue. Venous disease frequently forces
people to change their lifestyle, especially when they have a profession that requires them to stand all day.
But now doctors can use a minimally invasive procedure that treats the underlying cause of varicose veins
and associated symptoms.
The VNUS Closure procedure offers many patients with superficial venous
reflux a minimally invasive alternative to traditional vein stripping. And, the
option is available locally at Riverview Medical Center.
Love your legs once again, call
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meridian at home
After Surgery, Meridian At Home Helps You Heal
A
fter you’ve had a surgical procedure, it’s a
relief to get home. But your journey toward
healing has just begun. Depending on your
procedure, you may need weeks or months of
specialized care to recover fully.
For thousands of patients in the Shore area each
year, a healthy, safe postoperative recovery means
help from Meridian At Home. Meridian At Home
provides the compassionate help you need to return
to your highest level of function and independence —
all in the comfort of familiar surroundings.
Meridian At Home nurses and physical and
occupational therapists provide skilled care, while
personal aides can assist with important tasks like
bathing, dressing, and food
preparation. Care may be
needed after surgeries
such as:
n Joint replacement or repair
n Invasive surgeries with incisions that need special
wound care
n Procedures that require ongoing oxygen care or
medication infusion
The Meridian At Home team will ensure you
have all necessary medications and equipment,
such as walkers, wheelchairs, or other assistance
devices. They also will schedule personal care,
nursing, or rehabilitation therapy visits with you
based on your physician’s instructions.
Howell resident Elizabeth Cartagena, 65, underwent a hernia repair at Jersey Shore University Medical
Center. Afterward, her abdominal wound needed daily
attention for three months. Her nurse’s skill impressed
her. “To help my wound heal, she created a special
drain,” Elizabeth says. “It worked very well. My doctor
even commented on the quality care I received.”
Meridian At Home is one of the only area agencies to offer specialized colostomy and wound care.
“Dedicated care helps ensure a patient’s colostomy
is functioning, and patients are healing and adjusting,” explains Cathy McCudden, R.N., Meridian At
Home’s director of intake and sales.
McCudden notes other forms of specialized care
Meridian At Home professionals provide include
pain management, palliative care, and hospice care.
Elizabeth has seen Meridian At Home’s compassionate hospice care at work. Before his passing in 2005,
her father, Walter, received hospice care from Meridian
At Home. She was very impressed by the level of attention and care he received. “I would highly recommend
Meridian At Home services to anybody,” she says. n
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FOUNDATION
An Act of Generosity Brightens Ocean’s Future
be like mike’s —
Keep it Healthy!
Peter Cancro, CEO of Jersey Mike’s
Subs, offers tips for building a
healthy sandwich, whether you stop
in or make your own at home.
Insist on Fresh. Cook and slice
your own meats for best results.
Prepackaged and processed meats
often contain potentially harmful
chemicals, Cancro says. Jersey Mike’s
roasts its certified Angus beef
in-house and slices to order. Veggies
are sliced fresh in-house, too.
Pizza is new on the menu at Ocean Medical Center’s Shore Grille. Peter Cancro, who owns the Shore
Grille, as well as Jersey Mike’s Subs, still jumps behind the counter to test his skills and demonstrate his
passion for his products and customers.
F
or Peter Cancro, CEO of Jersey Mike’s
Subs, giving back is a way of life. And
the hospitals of Meridian Health have
benefited from the Point Pleasant native’s generosity for decades.
It comes naturally for Cancro. He’s been
helping with operations and fundraising at
local hospitals since the late 1970s. Today
he sits on Jersey Shore University Medical
Center’s board, where he helps guide current
operations and helps plan for the future.
And in January 2009, he gave $100,000
to Ocean Medical Center’s Emergency
Department, in memory of his mother, Sheila
Cancro. She was the one who first suggested
that he buy the original Mike’s Subs, his thencurrent employer, in 1975 at age 17, when
he was a senior in high school. Cancro began
franchising the chain in the 1980s.
Needless to say, Cancro wouldn’t be
where he is today without her. And the lasting tribute to Ocean in honor of her will
provide much-needed facility and equipment
upgrades.
Cancro, who today oversees more than
400 Jersey Mike’s stores nationwide, is quick
to credit mentors in the local business community who taught him the importance of
giving back. He names Bob Hoffman of
Hoffman’s Ice Cream and Jack Baker of Jack
Baker’s Lobster Shanty among them.
After seeing the impact volunteer time
and effort have made at Meridian Health
hospitals, Cancro encourages others to get
involved, too. “Take a tour,” he says. “See
what the staff does for people, how lives
are changed. You’ll be moved to contribute,
whether it’s with your time or money.” n
Spice Things Up. Use healthy additions like olive oil, red wine vinegar,
and oregano to add “kick” to your
creation. “When Mike’s opened in
the ’50s, no one knew these things
were healthy. They tasted good!”
Cancro says.
Keep It Light. Try a lean meat like
turkey — Jersey Mike’s biggest seller
nationwide. And skip the mayo and
cheese. With a traditional blend of
oil and spices, Cancro says you won’t
even miss them.
It’s easy to build a healthy sandwich at
Jersey Mike’s, where subs like the one
shown above can be made healthier
using fresh veggies, olive oil, and spices.
Make a Difference
To learn more about donating to Ocean’s Emergency Department or other projects supported by the
Ocean Medical Center Foundation, call Jim Petillo, senior development officer, at 732-751-5116.
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wise&well health news and information for the active adult
The ‘Eyes’ Have It: New Technology
Helps Clear Cataracts
about the doctor
Lawrence Frieman, M.D., FACS
Board certified in Ophthalmology
Red Bank | 732-741-4242
see inside the eye more clearly, making it easier to efficiently remove the
clouded lens.
The new technology also gives the
surgeon better control. “With conventional phaco, the probe vibrates back
and forth, pushing the lens material
away from the device,” explains Dr.
Frieman. “The side-to-side movement
of the new phaco technology doesn’t
do that, so it’s easier to remove lens
pieces from the eye. This results in a
clearer cornea.”
C
loudy vision from a cataract
can make everyday activities such as cooking, driving,
and watching TV more difficult. But
it doesn’t have to: You can have clear
vision again. Cataracts can be treated
with a simple, effective outpatient surgery. About 90 percent of people who
have this cataract surgery — called
phacoemulsification, or “phaco” —
enjoy better vision afterward.
Now, Riverview Medical Center
offers new phaco technology that
improves cataract surgery even further. “Our patients are amazed at
what a difference cataract surgery
can make in their life,” says Lawrence
Frieman, M.D., a board certified
ophthalmologist on staff at
Riverview Medical Center. “And
the evolving technology is enabling
us to provide this service more safely
and effectively than ever before.”
How Phaco Is Performed
During phaco, the surgeon makes a
tiny incision on the side of the cornea,
the clear surface that covers the front
of the eye. A probe is then inserted.
The probe vibrates gently at a high
frequency to break up the cloudy lens.
The old lens is carefully removed, and
a new artificial lens is put in.
Riverview’s new phaco technology
includes a state-of-the-art surgical
microscope. It allows the surgeon to
Shorter Surgery,
Faster Healing
The new technology reduces the
operating time by as much as half,
from 30 minutes to 15, so there is less
chance for complications, Dr. Frieman
says. “Patients wear a protective shield
for a day,” Dr. Frieman says. Though
vision improves very quickly, it takes
about a month for the eye to completely heal.
“With this new technology, we’re
able to perform cataract surgery
with less trauma to the eye,” says Dr.
Frieman. “After surgery, there is less
inflammation, less redness, and less
pain, which means patients are more
comfortable — and many have much
better vision almost immediately.” n
Eat for Eye Health
Can bell peppers help prevent cataracts? Read about the latest research — and get the recipe for our
veggie-loaded version of potato salad — on page 26.
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Make a Sound
Decision on
Hearing Aids
H
earing loss is very common
among older adults, affecting one-third of people older
than 60. If you suspect you’re one of
those people, see your doctor.
“Today, there are more options
in style, comfort, and performance
of hearing aids than ever before,”
says Melanie Holzberg, an audiologist with Jersey Shore University
Medical Center.
An audiologist can help you choose
a hearing aid that fits your needs.
Here are the main types:
nR
eceiver-in-the-ear (RITE):
The newest technology, RITE
provides an ultrathin sound wire
and small, soft, open dome that is
invisible when worn. It connects to
a small device that sits behind the
ear. Modern design and technology
make this a comfortable and easyto-use option.
n I n-the-canal (ITC) and completelyin-the-canal (CIC): The ITC aid
rests just inside the ear canal and is
barely visible. And the CIC aid fits
deep inside and is virtually invisible. They both offer some listening
benefits, but some people find them
difficult to use because of their
small size.
n I n-the-ear (ITE): ITE aids fit completely in the outer ear. Because
they’re larger than in-canal aids,
they are somewhat easier to use.
They also can hold more accessories, such as a telecoil — a device
that improves a person’s ability to
hear over the phone.
nB
ehind-the-ear (BTE): BTE aids
rest behind the ear. They’re often
chosen for children because they’re
easier to manage and still can be
worn as the child grows.
Digital technology offers the most
flexibility in adjusting to fit your
specific needs. A microchip in the
hearing aid analyzes your environment and self-adjusts to give the
clearest signal. Most changes can be
performed in the audiologist’s office
and are customized to your needs.
Sophisticated improvements include
pairing the hearing aids with wireless
technology.
Keep in mind that it might take
weeks or even months to get used
to them. Make sure you’re given a
trial period. It’s worth the time and
efforts to find hearing aids that are
right for you. n
Protect Yourself from
Harmful Sounds
Hearing loss is common in older adults,
but there are steps you can take to protect
your ears and help preserve your hearing,
says Melanie Holzberg, an audiologist with
Jersey Shore University Medical Center.
“Noise-induced hearing loss happens
when the sounds we hear are so loud that
they damage sensitive structures in the
inner ear,” she says.
Research shows that avoiding exposure
to dangerous noise levels — and taking “rest periods” between hazardous
noise exposures — can help prevent or
lessen noise-related hearing damage. This
includes whenever you mow your lawn,
ride a snowmobile, or operate power tools.
Ready for a ‘Tune’-Up?
And we don’t just mean your ears! Tune up your driving with the
AARP Defensive Driving course. It’s easy on your wallet and can even save
you money on car insurance! Turn to page 23 to find out more.
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&
wise&well health news and information for the active adult
When the World Spins: Dealing with Vertigo
R
emember the days when you
were a kid, spinning around
and around until everything felt
topsy-turvy? What was a game then is
no fun as an adult when the spinning
won’t stop.
That sensation of spinning dizziness
is called vertigo — from the Latin verb
“to turn.” Millions of people experience it at some point in their lives.
Vertigo is not a disease. It is usually
a symptom of a problem with your
inner ear, which senses movement
and controls balance.
Vertigo also can come from a problem in your brain, which uses different
body signals to maintain your balance.
Fortunately, vertigo often goes away on
its own or can be easily treated.
Exploring Common Causes
A common type of vertigo is benign
positional vertigo. This occurs when
tiny particles in the inner ear break
loose and float around, disturbing the
brain’s ability to maintain balance.
Vertigo also may be caused by anxiety, a virus, chronic illness, or a head
injury, among other things.
Most people have felt lightheaded after standing up suddenly.
“With vertigo, some people are
dizzy for a few seconds when they
move their head a certain way,”
says Hitesh Patel, M.D., a board
certified internal medicine physician at Ocean Medical Center.
“Others can’t stand or move
without severe spinning and
dizziness. Some may have vertigo without moving at all.”
Vertigo also may cause
nausea or vomiting.
Vertigo may last for
several hours, days, or
weeks, depending on
the cause. If you have
symptoms, it’s important to contact your
doctor immediately.
“Sometimes vertigo
can be a symptom of a
serious condition, such
about the doctor
Hitesh B. Patel, M.D.
Board certified in Internal Medicine
Brick | 732-202-7456
as a stroke,” explains Dr. Patel. “Your
doctor may refer you to a specialist
for testing.”
Getting Back in Balance
Treatment depends on the cause of
your vertigo. It ranges from physical
therapy to medications and surgery.
“If you have a viral infection in the
inner ear, for example, medications
called vestibular suppressants may
help you feel less dizzy by making
you less aware of it,” says Dr. Patel.
“Physical therapy can help your brain
and body adjust to certain eye, head,
or body movements.”
In the meantime, remember that
vertigo can put you and others at risk
for injury. Sit or lie down immediately
when you feel dizzy. Avoid driving
a car or operating heavy machinery.
Also steer clear of caffeine, alcohol,
and tobacco, which can increase
symptoms.
Try to be patient. You may find
your brain needs some time to adjust.
With good care, you’ll find yourself on
steady feet again soon. n
FREE Balance Screening
Do you need help staying steady?
If you suffer from balance or
vertigo problems, a FREE balance
screening could help. Call the
Balance and Vestibular Program
at Meridian Life Rehabilitation at
732-836-4368.
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Ask the Health Experts: All About Sleep
Q: I seem to be sleeping
less these days. How much
sleep should I be getting?
A:
Adults need about seven to
nine hours of sleep per night.
As we age, however, our sleep patterns usually change.
“Older adults often have a harder
time falling asleep,” says Martin
Riss, D.O., of Ocean Medical Center.
“They may also wake up more often
throughout the night.”
At any age, Dr. Riss says these
tips can help you sleep better:
1. Stick to a schedule: Go to sleep
and wake up at the same time
every day.
2. Limit nap time: Napping can
make you less sleepy at night.
3. Get moving: Regular exercise
can improve the quality of
your sleep.
Talk with your doctor if fatigue
makes it hard to do everyday activities and your tiredness lasts for
more than two or three weeks.
Q: I have sleep apnea.
How can I make sure I am
using my CPAP machine
correctly? How long do
I have to use it?
A:
CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) treats sleep apnea;
it doesn’t cure it.
“The CPAP machine helps you
breathe by blowing slightly pressurized air into your airway to keep it
open,” says Peter McGuire, M.D., of
Riverview Medical Center. “If you
stop using it, your sleep apnea symptoms — shallow breathing or breathing that stops while you rest — will
most likely come back.”
There are a few important things to
remember when choosing or using a
CPAP machine:
1. A mask that doesn’t fit well can be
uncomfortable. Ask a sleep specialist to check yours for the right fit.
2. Don’t overtighten the mask. If
your skin is red or sore, your mask
may be too tight.
3. I f you have a stuffy or dry nose,
try using a humidifier as well.
Many CPAP machines come
with one.
Martin Riss, D.O.
Board certified in Family Practice
and Geriatric Medicine
Brick | 732-458-0300
❯
Peter McGuire, M.D.
Board certified in
Internal Medicine
Red Bank | 732-219-7177
Q: I have a lot of
congestion at night.
What could be causing it?
A:
“Congestion happens when the
tissues inside your nose become
swollen from irritated blood vessels,”
says Michael Carson, M.D., of Jersey
Shore University Medical Center.
It can be caused by many of the
same things that cause a runny nose,
including the common cold, allergies,
the flu, sinus infections, or overuse of
nasal sprays.
“Congestion often becomes worse
when you lie down,” says Dr. Carson.
“Elevating your head at night may
help relieve stuffiness.”
If a virus — like the flu — is the
cause of your congestion, it will
typically go away on its own within a
week. Call your doctor if you have a
stuffy nose that lasts longer than two
weeks and significantly affects your
day-to-day activities.
Michael Carson, M.D.
Board certified in Internal Medicine
Neptune | 732-897-3990
Special thanks to Joseph from Red
Bank for helping to inspire these
sleep-related questions.
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Riverview medical center
Kidney Stones Lead to Life-Threatening Illness
about the doctors
Arthur P. Christiano, M.D.
Board certified in Urology
Red Bank | 732-741-5923
Pranav N. Shah, M.D.
Board certified in
Radiology and Vascular and
Interventional Radiology
Red Bank | 732-747-1429
Lynn Carroll was determined to get to
the bottom of her viruslike symptoms.
She found the medical support she
needed — and an accurate diagnosis —
at Riverview Medical Center.
I
n April 2008, Brick resident Lynn Carroll,
55, began experiencing flulike symptoms,
including night sweats and high fevers,
shortness of breath, and stomach pains.
Lynn went to see her primary care doctor, who thought Lynn may have an infection or a virus. But when her symptoms
continued for weeks, she knew it was time
to get checked again.
“My instincts told me there was something else going on with my body,” she
explains. “I was determined to be my
healthy, vibrant self once again.”
Lynn began to worry that her symptoms and abnormal blood work signaled
something more critical, possibly cancer.
In August, at the advice of her brother
and a coworker, Lynn sought care from
Dennis Fitzgerald, M.D., a hematologist
and medical oncologist affiliated with
Riverview Medical Center. Dr. Fitzgerald
found no cancerous tumors. But he did find
two kidney stones and a rupture in her left
kidney caused by one of the stones.
“I was at the beach when Dr. Fitzgerald
called me and insisted I see Dr. Christiano
right away,” Lynn says. Arthur Christiano,
M.D., a urologist at Riverview, also had
received a call from Dr. Fitzgerald and
was awaiting Lynn’s arrival. Upon meeting
Lynn and reviewing her file, Dr. Christiano
immediately transferred Lynn to Riverview’s
Diagnostic Imaging Center for a CT (computed tomography) scan of her abdomen.
After an initial review of Lynn’s CT scan,
the radiology technician called in Pranav N.
Shah, M.D., a Riverview radiologist, to take
a closer look. Dr. Shah immediately recognized what was wrong.
“One of Lynn’s kidney stones had
perforated her left kidney. It had become
infected,” explains Dr. Shah. “The infection
had also spread throughout her body, causing many of Lynn’s severe symptoms, such
as high fever.”
To treat Lynn’s condition, Dr. Shah
used a minimally invasive procedure to
drain the abscess with a catheter. He then
admitted her to the intensive care unit (ICU)
at Riverview so doctors could get her infection under control.
“This was clearly a routine case that
had the potential to be life-threatening,”
explains Dr. Christiano. “Fortunately, we
recognized it right away, and the entire
team really came together.”
Lynn’s recovery was successful, and she
was released from the hospital. Today, she’s
back at work and enjoying time with her
17-year-old son. “The level of care was outstanding,” Lynn says. “If it weren’t for these
two doctors and their team, I wouldn’t be
sharing my story with you. I’m sure of it.” n
— Sara Scipioni
Take Care of Your Kidneys
A condition like Lynn’s is routine but can
become serious. Visit the Wellness Center
at WellnessCenter.MeridianHealth.com and
search “Keep Your Kidneys Working Well”
to help keep your kidneys in good shape.
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JERSEY SHORE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
We’ve Got the Beat: Repairing the Rhythm of a Heart
I
t was a typical spring afternoon for 28year-old Debra Katcher as she finished up
at a Gymboree class with her 2-year-old
daughter. Out of nowhere, the Tinton Falls
resident started to feel strange.
“My heart started racing, and I became
extremely light-headed and dizzy,” Debra says.
“I’ve never experienced anything like that before,
but the feeling eventually passed and I was able
to get home safely.”
Still, the episode made Debra uneasy. She
immediately made an appointment to see her
doctor. She was told if the symptoms occurred
again, she should head directly to the emergency
department.
Not long after the first episode, the symptoms did return. Debra and her husband rushed
to the Emergency Department at Jersey Shore
University Medical Center. Once there, the
emergency team determined the problem had
to do with an electrical abnormality in Debra’s
heart. Debra was sent to a cardiologist who
referred her to Ihab Girgis, M.D., who heads the
new Electrophysiology Lab at Jersey Shore.
At the Electrophysiology Lab, physicians like
Dr. Girgis, a top specialist in the field, have
access to state-of-the-art equipment to help them
diagnose and treat serious heart conditions.
Dr. Girgis first had Debra wear a monitor
to keep track of her heart’s activity for a few
weeks. After analyzing the reports, Dr. Girgis
determined that Debra had an extra electrical
pathway in the heart — something she had been
born with. This led her to have a cardiac arrhythmia, which was causing her heart to race out of
control. Left untreated, these arrhythmias could
have caused Debra’s heart to stop. She needed
to have surgery right away.
“Using catheters threaded through veins in
the groin leading to the heart, I removed the
extra pathway inside her heart so that she would
no longer have the arrhythmia,” says Dr. Girgis.
Three Heart Health
Warning Signs You
Shouldn’t Ignore
Your heart health is too important to risk. These warning
signs could point to a cardiovascular problem that may
need immediate treatment.
1. C
hest Pain
Pressing, squeezing
pain in the center of the
chest could be a sign of a
heart attack. The pain may
come and go, or it may last
more than a few minutes
at a time.
Fast action on Debra Katcher’s part meant her
arrhythmia was diagnosed and treated quickly and
successfully. If you experience symptoms like hers, seek
help right away.
Debra had a quick and successful recovery
and suffers no problems with her heart today.
“Dr. Girgis was confident he could repair my
heart, and he put me completely at ease,” she
says. “I truly received the best possible care.” n
— Elizabeth Dobis
about the doctor
Ihab Girgis, M.D.
Board certified in Internal
Medicine, Cardiovascular
Diseases, and Clinical Cardiac
Electrophysiology
Neptune | 732-776-8500
2. S
hortness of Breath
You may feel like you can’t
get enough air right before,
or during, the chest pain
caused by a heart attack.
Trouble breathing also could
mean a heart valve problem.
3. A
Rapid Heartbeat
Feeling your heart race or
“flutter” could be the sign
of an arrhythmia. A quick
heartbeat could be serious
if you have other symptoms,
such as dizziness or shortness of breath.
Be on the Lookout
Are you suffering from symptoms like Debra’s? If so, see a doctor right away. You can start
heart health early on with Move 4 Life, a FREE class for kids. See page 22 for details.
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Ocean medical center
Cervical Cancer Patient Spreads Message of Prevention
Brick resident Victoria Remondelli, 57, has been given a second chance at life. Diagnosed with and
treated for stage 4 cervical cancer, she had less than a 10 percent chance of living another five years.
Usually, the cancer returns shortly after treatment. Yet now, more than four years later, Victoria is still
cancer-free. Here’s what you can learn from her story.
Victoria Remondelli, a school bus driver, has a clear message to stop the spread of cervical
cancer: See your doctor regularly for screenings.
V
ictoria had been feeling ill for
months. Her back hurt and she felt
like she was battling a cold. She
brushed off her aches and pains to “just not
feeling right.” After all, her yearly physical for work as a school bus driver hadn’t
shown any problems. However, one night
she woke in severe pain and was rushed to
Ocean Medical Center. Only then did she
learn that her backache was actually a lifethreatening kidney problem.
“I was literally dying of kidney failure,”
says Victoria. “But the grace of God and
great doctors saved my life.”
Thomas Hackett, D.O., a gynecologic
oncologist on staff at Ocean Medical
Center, was one of those doctors. He
explained that a very advanced, cancerous
tumor had grown out of Victoria’s cervix
and into her bladder. As a result, one of
her kidneys stopped functioning.
Once Victoria’s kidney problem was
controlled, Dr. Hackett treated her cancerous tumor with radiation and chemotherapy.
“Victoria’s response to treatment was excellent, but also uncommon,” says Dr. Hackett.
“That’s why preventing cervical cancer from
progressing to this point is so important.”
A Quiet Killer
As is common with people who have cervical cancer, Victoria did not experience any
symptoms until one of her kidneys failed.
The cancer progressed to an advanced stage
without detection because she had not had
a Pap test for years. This test can find the
earliest signs of cervical cancer.
“I can’t stress enough the importance
of seeing your gynecologist regularly for
Pap tests,” urges Dr. Hackett. “Talk with
your doctor about how often you should
be screened.”
Dr. Hackett also strongly suggests that
anyone who is eligible should get the
human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.
HPV is a virus that spreads easily through
sexual intercourse and can lead to cervical
cancer. The vaccine protects women from
acquiring the virus in the first place. It’s
approved for females ages 9 to 26.
A Clear Message
As a result of her ordeal, Victoria wears a
urostomy bag, which collects her urine.
But she doesn’t let it affect her outlook or
appreciation for life — an attitude she’s
carried since diagnosis.
“People feel bad for me, but they
shouldn’t. You have to make the best of
what’s dealt to you,” says Victoria. “If my
experience can save one person’s life, it’s
worth it.” n
about the doctor
Thomas E. Hackett, D.O.
Board certified in
Obstetrics/Gynecology and
Gynecologic Oncology
Wall | 732-280-5464
hpv: what every parent needs to know
Join us for a special educational presentation for parents on human
papillomavirus (HPV), the number one cause of cervical cancer. Turn to page 21
to find out more!
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K. HOVNANIAN CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
Team Effort Helps Save a Child’s Kidney
J
ulieanne Robinson, 16, of North
Hanover had suffered from kidney
stones on and off since 2007.
After undergoing a procedure to treat her
kidney stones at a hospital outside the area,
her condition deteriorated. Her doctors
consulted with Thomas Vates, M.D., director of pediatric urology at K. Hovnanian
Children’s Hospital (KHCH). Dr. Vates
recommended transporting Julieanne to the
pediatric intensive care unit at KHCH.
When Julieanne arrived at KHCH, a
team of specialists had already assembled
to further diagnose and treat her. Julieanne
needed quick, skilled attention. Otherwise
she risked losing a kidney.
Dan Flynn, M.D., interventional
radiologist, explains, “There can be bleeding after the type of procedure she had
done at the other hospital. On rare occasions an artery within the kidney may
be injured.”
Unfortunately, that was the case for
Julieanne, but her KHCH doctors were
ready. “We did an arteriogram to
identify the injured artery and
then did a procedure called an
embolization to block blood
flow to it,” says Dr. Flynn. “At
the same time, we maintained
the needed blood flow in the
other dozen or so arteries that
supply blood to the kidney.”
Julieanne’s father, Ed Robinson,
recalls the next few days. “Dr.
Vates took over from there. His
professionalism was amazing.
You put your trust in doctors, but you
need to know the right ones. There are so
many people at Jersey Shore at your side.
The nurses are caring. The residents are
always checking on you. They even had
a pet therapy dog that made Julieanne
quite happy.”
After the initial stay in pediatric intensive care, Julieanne’s condition steadily
improved and she was released from the
hospital. She came back to Dr. Vates for
removal of a stent that had been placed in
her kidney as part of an earlier procedure
and was quickly on the road to recovery.
“Despite the severity of the case and
how close she came to needing a kidney
removed, this was fairly routine for us,” says
Dr. Vates. “By taking a multidisciplinary
approach, working with radiology, we made
a quick evaluation and decided on a course
of treatment. The intensivists provided
essential monitoring prior to and immediately after her procedure in the hospital.
“The postprocedure ultrasound showed
her kidney looked good. Julieanne is
free to go back to high school and enjoy
being a teenager again,” says Dr. Vates. n
— Ryan Younger
about the doctors
Future Farmers of America member
Julieanne Robinson particularly enjoyed
the pet therapy dog who visited her at
K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital. She’s now
back at home with her furry friends there,
such as Eddie the rabbit.
Meet doctor bernard on july 18!
He’ll be at the grand opening of The New Jersey Shore
University Medical Center on July 18! We’ll also have a
soccer clinic there! Turn to page 20 for more details
on all the festivities.
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Daniel E. Flynn, M.D.
Board certified in
Diagnostic Radiology and
Interventional Radiology
Neptune | 732-776-4121
Thomas S. Vates III, M.D.
Board certified in Urology
East Brunswick | 732-613-9144
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july and august 2009
Featured Events from Meridian Health
Call 1-800-DOCTORS (1-800-362-8677) to register. Or, register online at MeridianHealth.com.
Grand Opening of The New Jersey Shore
Bring your whole family for a FREE day of music, food,
and fun! Star athlete Christie Rampone, captain of the
U.S. Women’s Soccer Team, will help us “kick off ” the grand
opening of our new Northwest Pavilion and will run a soccer clinic. But she isn’t the only special guest scheduled to
appear. Furry physician Doctor Bernard, from the Pawsitive
Action Team at K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital, will be
here to teach kids fun ways to stay healthy.
July 18
10:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Taking Control of Incontinence
If you suffer from urinary incontinence, you’re not alone. Millions nationwide suffer from the condition. The good news is that in most cases the problem can be improved, if not cured. Join a panel of
Ocean Medical Center experts as they discuss some of the underlying causes of urinary incontinence
and available treatment options. Two seminars will be held the same day at Ocean Medical Center. Light
refreshments will be served.
July 13
2:00 – 4:00 p.m. or 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Ocean Medical Center, East Wing Conference Center, Rooms A and B
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The Power of Choice
Riverview Medical Center is
proud to once again host this
nutrition camp designed just for
kids! Giving your children the
knowledge and tools they need
to make healthy choices could
be one of the best gifts you’ll
ever give them. This four-day
program for 8- to 11-year-olds is
led by registered dietitians. It is
designed to help kids understand
the importance of good nutrition
and the benefits of physical activity. We’re offering two four-day
sessions this year. $50 per child.
A healthy continental breakfast
will be served each day. Please
call 1-800-DOCTORS by July 10
to register.
Session 1
July 27 – 31
9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Riverview Medical Center,
Blaisdell Auditorium
Session 2
August 10 – 14
9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Riverview Medical Center,
Blaisdell Auditorium
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Cancer Services
Fight Fatigue Through Exercise
Exercise programs can help patients meet
their goals of maintaining cardiovascular
endurance and muscular strength. They also
can help decrease nausea and fatigue while
improving a patient’s quality of life. Call
732-836-4007 for dates, times, and to register.
Classes are held at Meridian Life Fitness at
Ocean Medical Center in Brick.
Therapeutic Yoga
This class is appropriate for anyone living
with cancer, whether just diagnosed, receiving
treatment, or in remission. Therapeutic yoga
can help improve sleep, mood, and overall
quality of life. Call 732-295-1778 for dates,
times, and to register for a class. Classes are
held at Meridian Life Fitness in Point Pleasant.
CARDIAC SERVICES
Mended Hearts Support Group
The Mended Hearts support group brings
together all who face the realities of heart
disease in a network of caring individuals.
Join us for support, to share experiences, and
to learn the latest on living with and preventing heart disease. Call 1-800-DOCTORS to
register for this FREE session.
July 23
Riverview Medical Center
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Childbirth/Maternity
Services
Childbirth Education Series
Meridian Health offers a full range of educational classes and seminars for both first-time
and experienced parents who want to learn
more about specific topics and familiarize
themselves with their delivery hospital before
the birth. Topics include:
• Baby Care
• Baby Makes Three: New Parent Education
• Breastfeeding
• Childbirth Series and Childbirth Refresher
• Maternity Tour and Tiny Tots Tour
• Sibling Class
• Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC)
Please register before your third trimester.
Sessions and class details vary among our
three hospitals, but all are scheduled on the
basis of expected delivery date.
Counseling and
Behavioral Health
Addiction Recovery Services
For adult family members of addicted
individuals.
Children’s Art Therapy Program
Kids have a special way of coping with tragic
events. They benefit from age-appropriate
counseling and therapeutic techniques. That’s
why Meridian offers a multisession program
exclusively for youngsters (ages 4½ to 13) who
have experienced a loss or are dealing with a
chronically or terminally ill loved one. Participants are interviewed prior to attendance.
Registration required. Call 732-530-2382.
Children’s Group Counseling
Meridian Health offers intensive therapy
through three different programs at two hospitals for children who are experiencing all types
of emotional and/or behavioral difficulties:
• Adolescent Intensive Program (ages 13 to 18)
• Children’s After-School Program (ages 7 to 13)
• Children’s Therapeutic Nursery Group
(ages 3 to 6)
Age-specific groups address such issues as
coping techniques, anger management, and
social skills. Call for registration, scheduling/
appointment details, insurance information,
and fees.
Support Group for Children with
Chronic Illness
Come join this children’s support group to
address issues associated with coping with
chronic illness. Children between ages 8
and 16 only. Contact the Children’s Day
Program at Meridian Behavioral Health at
732-869-2790, ext. 2, for registration, scheduling/appointment details, insurance information, and fees. Registration required.
Thursdays, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Meridian Behavioral Health
402 Highway 35 N, Neptune
Diabetes Services
Comprehensive Diabetes Management
Meridian offers educational and support
programs for those with diabetes on an individual or group basis. Learn more about this
disease and how to manage it, from the basics
to the more complex facets. Physician referral
required. Call for dates, times, and fees.
Diet and Nutrition
Nutrition Counseling
Through this ongoing service, community
members consult with a registered dietitian who
custom-designs a food plan that will help you
meet your weight management and medical nutrition needs. Offered by Meridian Life Fitness.
Call 732-776-4485 for fee and registration.
Family Services
HPV: What Every Parent Needs to Know
Join us for a special educational presentation
for parents on human papillomavirus (HPV),
the number one cause of cervical cancer. This
educational opportunity will provide parents
with the essentials of HPV, including how it’s
contracted and what can be done to prevent it.
July 22
5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Ocean Medical Center, Conference Room A
Any program may be canceled as late as an hour before the program’s start time if there are severe weather conditions. Please call
1-800-DOCTORS (1-800-362-8677) or the hospital’s information desk (after 5:00 p.m. and on weekends) for confirmation.
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meridian health | july and august 2009 | calendar of events
Meridian Health–sponsored events are free unless noted otherwise. Please register to reserve a space as classes and seminars can fill up quickly. To register for any event or for more
information, please call 1-800-DOCTORS (1-800-362-8677).
Register online at MeridianHealth.com.
Pediatric Preoperative Tour
Help your child (ages 1 to 12) prepare for hospital admission to K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital by accompanying him or her on a FREE tour,
which runs each Tuesday. Registration required.
Safe Sitter®
Join Meridian Health and Safe Sitter certified
nurse educators for this babysitting preparation
program designed for 11- to 13-year-olds. The
course curriculum, written by a pediatrician, includes babysitting as a business, personal safety,
how to care for children, injury prevention,
basic first aid, and more. All students receive a
Safe Sitter Student Manual. Bring lunch and a
snack to this full-day class. Fee: $50. Registration required. Call for dates and times. Offered
at all three Meridian Health hospitals.
General Fitness and
Wellness
FreshStart Smoking Cessation Program
Research proves that smokers who combine a
structured quitting program with support are
more likely to quit for good. The clinical advocates of the FreshStart Program at Ocean Medical
Center are here to help. The program, developed
by the American Cancer Society, includes four
one-hour sessions. Registration is required. Call
1-800-DOCTORS for more information.
Children’s Programs
Children’s Yoga
This five-week yoga class, designed for children
ages 8 to 13, teaches proper yoga positioning,
increases flexibility, and develops core muscle
stabilization. Registration required. Fee: $50.
Call 732-776-4485 to register.
Fridays, 3:30 – 4:15 p.m.
Meridian Life Fitness (Neptune)
Fit Kids
Kids ages 2½ to 6 can learn the importance
of good health during this lively fitness and
tumbling program offered by Meridian Life Fitness. Call 732-280-8118 for fee and registration.
Move 4 Life
Perfect for your elementary school-age child, this
exercise class is held in a circuit-training format
and is designed to be fun and challenging. Each
child will be able to adapt his or her skill level to
enhance motor skills, overall strength, balance,
and core stability. FREE. Call Meridian Life
Fitness (Wall) at 732-280-8118 to register.
Preadolescent Exercise Program
Lose for Life
This weight-loss/-management program,
created by health professionals, helps you lose
weight while still enjoying food. Available at
all Meridian Life Fitness locations. Call for
fees and more information:
• 732-776-4485 (Neptune)
• 732-295-1778 (Point Pleasant)
• 732-280-8118 (Wall)
• 732-836-4007 (Brick)
Parkinson’s Life Enrichment
This five-week series of exercise classes
promotes healthy weight loss and an active
lifestyle in preadolescent children with
cardiovascular activities, weight training, and
nutritional education. Offered by Meridian
Life Fitness (Neptune). Medical clearance from
a pediatrician and registration required. Call
732-776-4485 for fee and registration.
This two-step program, designed and
administered by physical therapists and
exercise specialists at Meridian Life Fitness
(Brick), helps people with Parkinson’s
improve their flexibility, balance, and
strength, enabling them to perform everyday
activities with greater ease. Call 732-295-1778
(Point Pleasant) or 732-836-4007 (Brick) for
fee and registration.
Adult Programs
MISCELLANEOUS
If you are age 55 or older, have suffered
from a head injury or stroke, and have already
completed speech therapy, this class may be
for you. Continue to work on your communication skills! This course meets once a month
for six months. Fee: $30 per class. Registration
required. Call 732-836-4007 to register.
Third Wednesday of each month
Now through November
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Come shop and enjoy baked goods at our annual Holiday in July sale! Vendors will be selling products such as handbags, jewelry, toys,
books, homemade body creams, and more. The
event is sponsored by the James F. Ackerman
Federation. Proceeds support Jersey Shore
University Medical Center.
July 10
Lance Auditorium
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Express Yourself
Fibromyalgia and Chronic Pain
Life Enhancement
This two-step program, designed and administered by physical therapists and exercise
specialists, is aimed at helping individuals
whose pain is limiting their daily functions.
Sponsored by Meridian Life Fitness (Point
Pleasant). Call 732-295-1778 for registration.
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Holiday in July Toy and Bake Sale
Booker Library Home Delivery
The Booker Health Sciences Library at Jersey
Shore University Medical Center accepts inquiries and requests for materials from anyone
looking to learn more about a medical topic
or a specific disease or condition. Consumer
health information materials can be requested
via telephone, fax, or e-mail. In response, the
services | events | lectures | screenings | 1-800-doctors
library sends a packet of credible, reliable
information directly to the individual, at no
cost. Contact the library by:
Phone: 732-776-4265
Fax: 732-776-4530
E-mail: [email protected]
CPR Training
All Meridian hospitals are American
Heart Association (AHA) CPR Training
Centers. The AHA strongly promotes
knowledge and proficiency in CPR and
has developed instructional materials for
this purpose. Dates, times, and locations for
the classes vary. For further information,
please call 1-800-DOCTORS.
• Adult HeartSaver AED
• Health Care Provider CPR
• Health Care Provider CPR Renewal
• HeartSaver First Aid
• Pediatric CPR for Friends and Family
• Pediatric HeartSaver CPR
Orthopedics and
Sports Medicine
Preoperative Orthopedic
Surgery Session
For all patients undergoing orthopedic surgery, Meridian offers an orientation session
that provides an overview of your complete
hospital stay through rehabilitation and
nursing. Topics covered include functional
status, mobility, pain management, and
exercise. Registration required.
SCREENINGS
Health Screenings
Meridian Health offers screenings yearround, including screenings for blood
pressure, cholesterol, body composition,
bone density, stroke risk assessment,
and more. Registration required. Call
1-800-DOCTORS for more information,
dates, and locations.
Senior Services/
Wise & Well
AARP Defensive Driving
Taking this two-day course — a classroom
presentation with no behind-the-wheel
driving — can reduce your car insurance
costs! Fee: $14 per person or $12 for AARP
members. Registration required. Call for
dates, times, and locations.
Exercise Programs from the Arthritis
Foundation and Meridian Life Fitness
Meridian Life Fitness in Point Pleasant proudly offers two exercise programs developed by
the Arthritis Foundation. Dates and times
vary. Call 732-295-1778 for more information:
•A
rthritis Foundation Aquatic Program
(AFAP) — This warm-water exercise class
can reduce pain and stiffness while helping
to increase range of motion.
• Tai Chi — Reduce pain and stiffness while
improving balance and flexibility. This class
uses higher stances, making it easy and
comfortable to learn.
Ocean County FREE Cholesterol
and Blood Pressure Screenings
for Low-Income Seniors
The Ocean County Board of Chosen
Freeholders has provided Ocean Medical
Center with a grant to perform once-ayear cholesterol and glucose screenings for
qualified residents of Ocean County who are
older than age 60. Call for dates and locations. Registration required.
Understanding Your Medicare
Coverage: Home Care and
Hospice Benefits
Navigating your benefits under Medicare
can be overwhelming. Learn what you
are covered for and the different benefits
available to you for home care and hospice.
Registration required at 1-800-DOCTORS.
July 28
11:00 a.m.
Keyport Senior Center
110 2nd Ave., Keyport
Support Groups
Meridian offers a variety of support groups
addressing concerns such as bereavement,
anorexia and bulimia, cancer, Alzheimer’s
disease, stroke, Parkinson’s disease, sleep
disorders, and many other medical conditions. For information, dates, and times,
please call 1-800-DOCTORS or log on to
Meridian’s Web site at MeridianHealth.com
for a complete listing.
Calling All Transplant Patients
This new support group offers support and
vital information to help educate and relieve
concerns about receiving a transplant. It’s
open to both transplant recipients and their
families. We meet on the first Thursday of
each month. FREE.
July 2 and August 6
7:00 p.m.
Conference Room B
Volunteer Opportunities
Get Up, Get Out, and Volunteer!
Meridian Health always welcomes enthusiastic volunteers at any of our hospitals
and facilities. Please call us to explore how
both you and others can benefit from your
generous donation of time. Flexible hours
and a wide variety of positions are available, including hospice volunteers, who are
specifically equipped to provide invaluable
companionship and support for terminally
ill patients, as well as respite for family members. Training is required for some volunteer
positions. Registration required.
Any program may be canceled as late as an hour before the program’s start time if there are severe weather conditions. Please call
1-800-DOCTORS (1-800-362-8677) or the hospital’s information desk (after 5:00 p.m. and on weekends) for confirmation.
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When You Need Surgery, Quality Counts
H
aving surgery is not something
you take lightly. If you need surgery, you want to know that your
hospital takes your operation as seriously
as you do. That’s why so many patients and
families choose a Meridian Health hospital
for surgical procedures.
are given antibiotics within an hour of
their operation, they’re less likely to get
infections,” says Dr. Scott. “And, in
many cases, antibiotics should be stopped
within 24 hours of surgery. Otherwise
there could be more risk for side effects
from the antibiotic.”
Quality Is a Top Priority
Patient care at Meridian Health hospitals
is among the best in the state, according
to the 2008 Hospital Performance Report
from the New Jersey Department of Health
and Senior Services. The report measures
a hospital’s treatment in four areas,
including surgery.
“At Meridian, our surgical teams work
together to make sure that patients receive
the highest-quality care,” says Richard
Scott, M.D., acting senior vice president of
Clinical Effectiveness and Medical Affairs
for Meridian Health and an orthopedic
surgeon. Surgical teams generally include
surgeons, nurses, and anesthesiologists.
The Hospital Performance Report measures a hospital’s effectiveness at preventing infection among surgery patients. The
use of antibiotics before and after surgery
plays a big role. “When surgery patients
Joining Forces Across
the Nation
The preventive use of antibiotics is backed
by evidence-based practice recommendations and promoted by the Surgical Care
Improvement Project (SCIP), in which
Meridian plays a role. This national quality partnership is designed to improve the
safety and effectiveness of surgery and
aims to reduce complications during surgery by 25 percent nationally by 2010.
“One reason Meridian is ranked so
highly in the state’s Hospital Performance
Report is because our surgeons embraced
the Surgical Care Improvement Project as
early adopters,” says Dr. Scott.
In 2008, Meridian hospitals were
among the best for many SCIP measures,
Dr. Scott adds. “In our most recent assessment, all Meridian hospitals performed at
What is Evidence-Based Care?
Evidence-based care refers to using the most current research and clinical guidelines to provide
the best patient care. Meridian Health’s commitment to using an evidence-based care approach
ties directly to our strong marks for quality care.
above a 97 percent level for all three
measures of antibiotic use related to
preventing surgical infection.”
Technology’s Role in
Surgical Care
Computers can help many aspects of
hospital care, including surgery. Meridian,
named one of the “most wired” health systems for eight years by Hospitals & Health
Networks magazine, understands this.
how do computers help
doctors work?
Meridian Health was among the first
hospital systems in the U.S. to use
a computer-based physician order
entry (CPOE) system. The system
allows physicians to enter orders for
patient tests, medications, and procedures via computer. The system
automatically checks a physician’s
orders against the patient’s personal
health information. It also allows
physicians to double-check their
decisions against scientifically
proven best practice guidelines.
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In fact, Meridian has always placed a
premium on technology. Seventy-six percent of all surgical orders completed at
Meridian are done by computer. “This minimizes the mistakes that can occur when
a physician handwrites an order after surgery,” Dr. Scott says. “It also gives doctors
a checklist to follow so all surgical patients
receive the same high level of care.”
Checklist: Are You Ready for Surgery?
Before you schedule surgery, you may need to do a little “prep” work.
You can use this handy checklist to make sure you’re all set before your
operation. Mark off the box when you’ve completed the item on the list.
☐ I’ve discussed with my doctor the surgery I need and why.
A Team Approach to
Surgical Care
Patients who choose a Meridian hospital
for their surgery benefit from the highest
level of care from our surgical care teams.
In fact, Meridian was the very first health
system in the nation to receive the prestigious Magnet Recognition for Nursing
Excellence at each of its hospitals.
What does magnet status mean?
Going to a hospital with Magnet status
means that you’ll be getting the best
nursing care from the most qualified
nurses. The three hospitals of Meridian
Health have each received the Magnet
Award for Nursing Excellence three times
in a row. Given by the American Nurses
Credentialing Center, the award is
nursing’s highest honor.
☐ I understand my insurance coverage. I have my current
policy numbers.
☐ I’ve finished any presurgery tests I may need, such as blood tests.
# cut out and save
“Across the Meridian Health system,
our surgeons agree that there are no finer
nurses anywhere,” Dr. Scott says. “A high
percentage of our nurses have advanced
certification in their area of practice. So
patients can be sure that no matter which
hospital or floor they’re on, they’re going
to get the best care.” n
☐ I’ve gotten or considered getting a second opinion.
☐ I’ve arranged a ride to and from the hospital.
☐ I’ve written down all prescription and over-the-counter medicines
I take so that I can bring the list to the hospital with me.
☐ I’ve written down the phone numbers of friends and family to
call from the hospital, if needed.
Accessing Care After Surgery
Our caring commitment continues even after patients leave a Meridian Health
hospital. Patients who need extra help at home after surgery can get the services
they need through Meridian At Home. Our home care services include help with
personal care, nursing care, and full-time, live-in assistance. See page 10 for more
information on Meridian At Home’s postsurgical care options.
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Healthy highlights
recipe:
Savory Potato
and Pepper Salad
Red peppers are vitamin A
superstars, while green peppers serve up an abundance of lutein
and zeaxanthin — nutrients that may
help prevent cataracts. This healthy
take on a picnic staple lets you pepper in both.
Ingredients
6 medium potatoes (about 2 lbs.)
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
2 stalks scallion, finely chopped
¼ cup red bell pepper,
coarsely chopped
¼ cup green bell pepper,
coarsely chopped
1 tbsp. onion, finely chopped
1 egg, hard-boiled, chopped
6 tbsp. light mayonnaise
1 tsp. mustard
½ tsp. salt
¼ tsp. black pepper
¼ tsp. dried dill weed
Directions
1. Wash potatoes, cut in half, and
place in cold water in a saucepan.
2. Cook covered over medium heat for
25 to 30 minutes or until tender.
3. Drain and dice potatoes when cool.
4. Add vegetables and egg to potatoes and toss.
5. Blend together mayonnaise, mustard, salt, pepper, and dill weed.
6. Pour dressing over potato mixing
and stir gently to coat evenly.
7. Chill for at least 1 hour before
serving.
Yield: 10 servings.
Serving size: ½ cup.
Each serving provides: 98 calories, 2 g
fat, less than 1 g saturated fat, 21 mg
cholesterol, and 212 mg sodium.
Pick Bell Peppers to Punch Up Your Diet
Bell peppers don’t heat up like their spicy cousins, but they add their own
sweet taste and satisfying crunch to meals. Plus, they’re packed with plenty of
nutrients and come in a rainbow of colors.
Bell peppers start out green, then they ripen into yellow, orange, and eventually red. “All peppers, no matter the color, are a good source of essential
vitamins,” says Mary Higgins, R.D., of Riverview Medical Center’s Diabetes
Management Program. “For example, they provide beta-carotene and other
nutrients that are important for eye health.”
She notes that ripening does affect a pepper’s nutritional value. “A half-cup
of chopped green peppers provides more than half the daily requirement of
vitamin C,” she explains. “But the same amount of yellow or red peppers
offers more than twice the daily vitamin C requirement.”
As peppers turn color from green to red, they also become sweeter. Keep
this in mind when selecting a pepper, and look for these characteristics:
• Taut, unwrinkled skin free of soft spots, blemishes, or darkened areas
• Fresh, green stem
• Heavy-feeling weight for its size
• Firmness to the touch
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> MEET JACKIE FROM WALL
“My heart was failing.”
Jackie simply collapsed. Little did she know she was in
heart failure. When she arrived at Jersey Shore University
Medical Center in Neptune, the ER team found Jackie’s
heart was extremely damaged—and too weak to undergo
the surgery she desperately needed. Over four anxious days,
her family watched as the region’s finest heart team worked
to save her failing heart…and her life.
See Jackie’s story at JerseyShoreUniversityMedicalCenter.com
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