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Staying Informed on Colon Cancer
Read more: Staying Informed on Colon CancerColon cancer is on the rise, especially among younger age groups and prompt diagnosis is key to improving chance of survival. Sameet Shah, M.D., gastroenterologist of Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Group, shares his knowledge to educate patients on the signs and symptoms of colon cancer and how to prevent it best. Colon cancer develops from polyps, abnormal…
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Aneurysm Awareness Month
Read more: Aneurysm Awareness MonthAn aneurysm is a weak spot in the blood vessel in the brain and over time it starts to balloon out and has the potential to rupture. Dr. Ahsan Sattar, director of Neuroendovascular Surgery and Stroke at Mountainside Medical Center, states the aneurysm cause is multifactorial; high blood pressure, smoking, family history of brain aneurysms,…
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Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center Appoints Lori Leslie, M.D., Co-Medical Director Of The Cancer Program
Read more: Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center Appoints Lori Leslie, M.D., Co-Medical Director Of The Cancer ProgramMountainside Medical Center has announced that Lori Leslie, M.D., has been named Co-Medical Director of the hospital’s Cancer Program affiliated with John Theurer Cancer Center. Dr. Leslie joins the Cancer Program leadership, serving alongside Donna McNamara, M.D., and John Conti, M.D. Dr. Leslie received her Medical Degree at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons and…
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Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center & Montclair Department of Health and Human Services Launch 2nd Annual Don’t Bug Me Flu Prevention Campaign
Read more: Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center & Montclair Department of Health and Human Services Launch 2nd Annual Don’t Bug Me Flu Prevention CampaignMontclair, NJ (October 1, 2020) – Mountainside Medical Center and the Montclair Department of Health and Human Services launched Don’t Bug Me, their annual public awareness campaign aimed at flu prevention, today. This year, the campaign has expanded to include how to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Mountainside and the Montclair Department of Health target three main audiences…
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Mountainside Medical Center Appoints Robert F. Heary, M.D. as Medical Director of Spine Program
Read more: Mountainside Medical Center Appoints Robert F. Heary, M.D. as Medical Director of Spine ProgramMONTCLAIR, New Jersey (September 8, 2020) – Mountainside Medical Center has announced that Robert. F. Heary will take on the new role as Medical Director of the Spine Program. In this new role, Dr. Heary will oversee the Montclair Spine Center at Mountainside Medical Center to ensure the organization and delivery of excellent, timely, evidence-based…
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Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center Announces New Chief Executive Officer
Read more: Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center Announces New Chief Executive OfficerMONTCLAIR, New Jersey (August 12, 2020) – A new chief executive officer (CEO) was named today for Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center. Tim O’Brien, formerly the hospital’s chief operating officer (COO), will transition from his role as interim CEO to lead the hospital. O’Brien replaces John Fromhold who recently retired. O’Brien served as Mountainside’s COO…
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Crystal Tank, M.D., Internist, Joins Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Group
Read more: Crystal Tank, M.D., Internist, Joins Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical GroupMontclair, NJ, – (August 11, 2020) – Mountainside Medical Group announced today that Crystal Tank, M.D., has joined the practice, expanding their internal medicine group. Crystal Tank, M.D., is board certified in internal medicine and has practiced since 2017. She focuses on putting her patients first and believing in quality and compassionate healthcare. “What excites me most about internal medicine…
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Sameet Shah, D.O., Gastroenterologist, Joins Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Group
Read more: Sameet Shah, D.O., Gastroenterologist, Joins Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical GroupMontclair, NJ, – (August 10, 2020) – Mountainside Medical Group announced today that Sameet Shah, D.O., has joined the practice to serve the community’s growing need in the field of gastroenterology. Sameet Shah, D.O., is board certified in internal medicine and specializes in gastroenterology. Practicing since 2014, Dr. Shah prides himself on treating his patients as he…
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Sciatica – A Common Nerve Pain for All Ages
Read more: Sciatica – A Common Nerve Pain for All AgesCOVID-19 stay-at-home guidelines have created many lifestyle changes, including new home workout routines and do-it-yourself home improvement projects. Doctors warn, however, that increased activity for those not used to certain exertion levels can lead to strains and pains, including one of the most common nerve pain conditions: sciatica (pronounced sy-at’-ick-uh). “While there are many reasons…
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Obesity a Major Risk for Severe COVID-19 Cases
Read more: Obesity a Major Risk for Severe COVID-19 CasesWhile the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advises that people of any age can contract COVID-19, obesity has emerged among the major risk factors for severe cases. With more than 40 percent of Americans classified as obese, experts caution that this is a growing concern. “During this pandemic, we’ve learned some interesting facts,” said…
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