Mountainside Medical Group has announced that Laura Yapor, M.D. has joined the practice in the field of pulmonology. Dr. Yapor is an experienced pulmonologist whose commitment to her patient goes beyond just providing treatment.  She takes a comprehensive approach to diagnosis and condition management while also focusing on patient education.  Through this multifaceted approach, Dr. Yapor equips her…

The Care Awards were implemented here at Mountainside to celebrate team members who demonstrate exemplary service, excellence, and dedication in their roles while embodying one or more of our core beliefs: Creative, Courageous, Connect, Compassionate, and Collaborative. During the month of August, we’re honored to celebrate Yvonne Peaten, unit secretary for the Medical Surgical department as…

On August 1, 2023, a heartwarming event unfolded at Mountainside Medical Center, showcasing the remarkable compassion and dedication of the hospital staff. Michael Aron, 77, found himself admitted to the medical center due to health complications.  While under the care of the hospital’s Med-Surg team, Michael bonded with his nurse, James Woods, R.N., the charge…

Mountainside Medical Group has announced that Muqdad Hasan, M.D. has joined the practice in the field of endocrinology. Dr. Hasan is a highly skilled physician certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.  He is dedicated to providing exceptional care to his patients, treating each individual as if they were a member of his own family. He believes…

What is Cord blood? July is National Cord Blood Awareness Month, which aims to raise awareness amongst expectant parents about the importance of saving cord blood and the valuable human cellular tissue products it contains. Cord blood is the blood remaining in your child’s umbilical cord following birth. It is a rich, non-controversial source of…