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Nursing director experiences ‘family care’ as a knee surgery patient
Read more: Nursing director experiences ‘family care’ as a knee surgery patientFamily is important to David Pinsky. The father of eight children, Pinsky, 51, serves as the director of nursing operations at Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center. He is also the nursing director for the medical-surgical department on the fifth floor. The idea of a career in nursing started years ago when his father had open-heart…
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West Essex EMS played a critical role in a recent life-saving event
Read more: West Essex EMS played a critical role in a recent life-saving eventWest Essex EMS played a critical role in a recent life-saving event at Mountainside Medical Center. Responding to a call for a patient experiencing left-sided weakness, difficulty walking, and slurred speech, their swift action ensured the patient received prompt care upon arrival. Upon assessment by Dr. Viktor Livshits at Mountainside, a Code Stroke was immediately…
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Spotting the Warning Signs of Stroke Critical for Successful Treatment
Read more: Spotting the Warning Signs of Stroke Critical for Successful TreatmentDo you know the warning signs for a stroke? Would you recognize them in someone else? What about yourself? We often think if something like a stroke has occurred, we would realize it immediately, right? As it turns out, nearly 70 percent of people who have suffered a minor stroke don’t recognize the symptoms at…
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Asthma and Allergy Awareness Article
Read more: Asthma and Allergy Awareness ArticleAccording to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, over 24 million people struggle with asthma and over 50 million people struggle with allergies. Asthma and allergies can be life-threatening if left untreated, however there are several courses of action including a proper diagnosis and treatment plan from a medical professional. What is Asthma? Asthma is a…
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Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center Successfully Performs First Case Using Ion Endoluminal System for Robotic-Assisted Bronchoscopy Procedures
Read more: Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center Successfully Performs First Case Using Ion Endoluminal System for Robotic-Assisted Bronchoscopy ProceduresFrom left to right: Steven Ipolysagi, surgical tech; Michelle James, physician assistant; Casandra Santiago, surgical tech; Lauren Caban, RN; Danie Mansour, M.D., thoracic surgeon and medical director of thoracic surgery at Mountainside Medial Center. Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center is proud to announce the successful completion of its first bronchoscopy procedure using the Ion Endoluminal System,…
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Mountainside Medical Center Enhances Behavioral Health Services with Acquisition from Envision Healthcare
Read more: Mountainside Medical Center Enhances Behavioral Health Services with Acquisition from Envision HealthcareMountainside Medical Center proudly announces the successful acquisition of behavioral health providers from Envision Healthcare to the hospital’s employed physician enterprise, Mountainside Medical Group. This marks a significant milestone in the hospital’s commitment to meeting the evolving needs of patients and the community. “The decision to employ behavioral health providers comes at a crucial time, as the…
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Outpatient vs. Inpatient Occupational Therapy
Read more: Outpatient vs. Inpatient Occupational TherapyOccupational therapy aids patients in recovering from the social, emotional, and physical impacts of injury or illness. The treatments and services provided through occupational therapy help individuals of all ages gain or regain independence to execute everyday tasks such as dressing, grooming, bathing, or toileting. It fosters an environment where patients can not only live…
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Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center Recognized for Excellence with ACC Cardiac Cath Lab Accreditation with PCI
Read more: Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center Recognized for Excellence with ACC Cardiac Cath Lab Accreditation with PCIFrom left to right: Harold Kim, M.D. Division Chief of Cardiology; Eugenio Hernandez, Cardiology Administrative Assistant; Karen Palatella, VP, Risk Management; Kathleen Castaldo, RN, Cath Lab Manager; Stephanie Fabian, Director of Cardiac Services; Alyssa Marchese, RN, Cardiology Coordinator; Michelle Rombough, RN, Director of Emergency Services; Valarie McPherson, CNO/COO; Tim O’Brien, CEO; Valerie Allusson, M.D., CMO/CQO;…
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Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center Care Award Winner Athaliah Hawkins
Read more: Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center Care Award Winner Athaliah HawkinsPhoto (front holding certificate): Athaliah Hawkins, CMA, lead medical assistant of Adult Health Center Mountainside Medical Center is proud to present Athaliah Hawkins, CMA, lead medical assistant of the Adult Health Center with the Care Award. For almost a decade, Athaliah has been a committed member of the Mountainside Medical Center’s Adult Health Center team.…
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Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center Care Award Winner Monica Iula
Read more: Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center Care Award Winner Monica IulaPhoto (front holding certificate): Monica Iula, AAS, CMA (AAMA), medical lab assistant Mountainside Medical Center is proud to present Monica Iula, AAS, CMA (AAMA), medical lab assistant with the Care Award. Monica’s keen observation skills and quick action recently made a significant difference in the well-being of a team member. Sensing that something was amiss,…
