Tag: Health & FItness
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HEALTH MATTERS 4/15: Hip Scopes Can Repair Tears and Reduce Arthritis Risk
By William Rossy, MD Whether the damage is sudden — the result of a sports injury or accident — or occurs over time due to wear and tear, hip problems can cause considerable pain and limit your physical activities. Fortunately, if the joint is otherwise healthy with no signs of arthritis, a minimally invasive hip…
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New Emergency Department opens at Old Bridge Medical Center
OLD BRIDGE – Hackensack Meridian Old Bridge Medical Center recently opened its brand new state-of-the-art Emergency Department to the public. A $39 million investment into the community, the new 24,000-square-foot facility will serve every patient from pediatric to geriatric. “At Hackensack Meridian Health, our focus is to provide the best healthcare experience possible and…
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HEALTH MATTERS 4/8: Artificial Disk Replacement Can Relieve Neck Pain
By Seth Joseffer, MD Neck pain can have many causes, from leaning over a computer all day or straining your neck during exercise, to osteoarthritis or sudden injury. One of the most common causes of neck pain, however, is a herniated disk. This condition can put pressure on surrounding nerves and result in pain that…
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JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute offers two-week inpatient Parkinson’s Wellness Program
Hackensack Meridian JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute recently opened its new Parkinson’s Wellness Program, a two-week inpatient rehabilitation experience for people living with Parkinson’s disease. Diagnosis is determined by a neurologist and medications, therapy and exercise are key to better control of the symptoms. “Our team of neurologists and specialized therapists identified the need to help…
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Health Matters 4/1: When Healthy Eating Becomes Unhealthy
By Najeeb Riaz, MD Most people aspire to eat a healthy diet. In fact, eating fresh foods and limiting fatty, sugary, processed foods are cornerstones of good health. But focusing too much on eating healthy — to the point of obsession — might signal an eating disorder called orthorexia and result in physical and mental…
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Princeton Medical Center earns third Magnet designation
Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center (PMC) has earned redesignation as a Magnet recognized organization, the gold standard for nursing excellence. The designation — PMC’s third — was announced last week by the Commission on Magnet during a virtual meeting with nurses, other staff, and senior leaders from across the Penn Medicine Princeton Health system. The…
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Hackensack Meridian Outpatient Rehabilitation opens in East Brunswick
Hackensack Meridian Raritan Bay Medical Center opened a satellite location, Hackensack Meridian Outpatient Rehabilitation, in East Brunswick, relocated from Matawan. “We are excited to bring our outpatient satellite location to the East Brunswick community,” William DiStanislao, interim president, chief hospital executive, Raritan Bay Medical Center and Old Bridge Medical Center, said in a prepared statement.…
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HEALTH MATTERS 3/18: New Hip Replacement Procedure Offers Faster Recovery
By Brian Vannozzi, MD Imagine having your hip replaced in the morning and then being able to walk the length of a football field that same afternoon. A new muscle-sparing procedure offered at Penn Medicine Princeton Health is enabling many hip replacement patients to do just that. In fact, most patients can go home in…
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Robert Wood University Hospital Somerset opens new multipurpose location at Iron Peak Sports & Events
As part of their multi-year partnership, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH) Somerset, an RWJBarnbas Health facility, has officially opened a new space within Iron Peak Sports & Events, a venue for sports, events and family entertainment. The new facility will be used for a variety of purposes, including athletic training and community health initiatives.…
