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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,…
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5 Ways to Decrease Your Risk of Colorectal Cancer
Read more: 5 Ways to Decrease Your Risk of Colorectal CancerColorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in both men and women; it is also the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a month set aside to increase awareness and education of colon cancer. According to the American Institute for Cancer Research, almost half (47%)…
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Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center and Pascack Valley Medical Center Leader Recognized for Excellence
Read more: Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center and Pascack Valley Medical Center Leader Recognized for ExcellenceHackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center and Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center today announced Todd Huffman, who serves as chief financial officer (CFO) for both facilities, has been recognized as CFO of the Year by Ardent Health Services. …
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Superb kidney care motivates Wilkins to mentor others
Read more: Superb kidney care motivates Wilkins to mentor othersHakeen Wilkins and his doctor had known for a while that his kidneys were slowly losing the ability to filter out impurities in his blood system. One of the numbers they closely monitored was Wilkin’s creatinine level, which indicated how well his kidneys were working. Creatine is a waste product produced by muscles. Healthy kidneys…