Newswise — February 5, 2016 ― Neptune, NJ ― In celebration of February American Heart Month, Meridian CardioVascular Network is kicking off a series of fun and fabulous community events providing expert advice, heart healthy tips, and the latest information about prevention and treatments. The events will take place at Meridian Health locations throughout Monmouth and Ocean counties, and embrace American Heart Month’s signature red symbols.
Meridian CardioVascular Network is anchored by physicians at the region's leading academic medical center, Jersey Shore University Medical Center, and leading community hospitals for heart and vascular care, including Bayshore Community Hospital, Riverview Medical Center, Ocean Medical Center, and Southern Ocean Medical Center. Meridian CardioVascular Network provides everything to diagnose, treat, and mend virtually all heart and vascular conditions. And, the network's specialists are continuously among the first to provide remarkable treatment and surgical options. Throughout February, Meridian CardioVascular Network experts will share their expertise at screenings, lectures, teas, cooking classes and more!
“Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. Every year, 1 in 4 deaths are caused by heart disease. At Meridian CardioVascular Network, we’re committed to empowering and educating people to take charge of their own heart health. And we’re also celebrating American Heart Month in style by proudly wearing and displaying red symbols throughout the month,” says Kenneth N. Sable, M.D., MBA, FACEP, president of Jersey Shore University Medical Center and executive sponsor, Meridian CardioVascular Network.
American Heart Month featured events include:
Joyful Heart TeaEnjoy tea and heart-healthy delights while learning how to keep your heart healthy!
February 16, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.Riverview Medical Center, Red BankSpeaker: Julie Master, D.O.
February 24, 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Neptune Community Center117 Third Avenue, Neptune CitySpeaker: Lance Berger, M.D.
Keeping Up Your BeatLearn the risks for heart disease and the different signs, symptoms, and treatment options available and lifestyle changes you can make to lower your risk.
January 27, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Meridian Fitness and Wellness, HazletSpeaker: Jasrup Kaur, M.D.
February 8, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.Meridian Health Village at Jackson, Conference Center
February 24, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.Meridian Community Resource Center at Freehold Raceway Mall
Cooking With HeartHear the latest information on heart disease, warning signs, and preventive measures you can take to stay healthy. There will be an entertaining heart-healthy cooking demonstration and food tasting, as well as an information session with a nutritionist. Registration is required.
February 24, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Ocean Medical CenterEast Wing Conference Center
The Heart-Healthy TableHeart-healthy eating doesn’t have to be bland and boring. Join Whole Foods Market Marlboro as they take you through the steps of preparing an easy, delicious meal that is heart-healthy for you and your loved ones! Samples will be provided.
February 25, 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.Meridian Community Resource Center at Freehold Raceway Mall
Getting a Leg Up on Varicose VeinsLearn about varicose veins, their causes, and treatments.
February 9, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.*Screenings provided Jersey Shore University Medical CenterBrennan rooms 104/105Speaker: Lawrence Mueller, M.D.
February 5, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. *Screenings provided Meridian Community Resource Center at Freehold Raceway MallSpeaker: Lawrence Mueller, M.D.
February 11, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.*Screenings provided Meridian Health Village at Jackson, Conference CenterSpeaker: Lawrence Mueller, M.D.
February 8, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.*Screenings provided Meridian Fitness and Wellness, ManahawkinSpeaker: Jeffrey Hager, D.O.
February 25, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Meridian Fitness and Wellness, HazletSpeaker: Owano Pennycooke, M.D.
AngioScreen® Heart Month DiscountLearn your risk for heart attack and stroke. This vascular workup includes carotid artery ultrasound, heart rhythm (atrial fibrillation), blood pressure, and screening for abdominal aortic aneurysm and peripheral artery disease. Participants receive an instant color report of the findings, educational material, and private consultation with a registered nurse. To celebrate Heart Month, the screening cost is just $49.95. Registration is required.
February 4, 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Meridian Community Resource Center at Freehold Raceway Mall
February 16, 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Ocean Medical Center, Brick East Wing Conference Room A
February 23, 1:00 p.m. – 7:30 P.M.Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Neptune Brennan rooms 104/105
February 22, 1:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.Meridian Health Village at Jackson, Conference Center
February 18, 1:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.Riverview Medical Center, Red BankRechnitz Conference Center
February 25, 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Bayshore Community Hospital, HolmdelConference rooms A & B
February 29, 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.Southern Ocean Medical Center, Manahawkin
About Meridian CardioVascular Network:Meridian CardioVascular Network offers the most complete, coordinated care from prevention and wellness programs to the diagnosis and treatment of heart disease to rehabilitation and recovery. Jersey Shore, the system’s largest hospital and home of the state’s highest volume catheterization lab, is a regional cardiac surgery center providing surgical back-up for Meridian as well as non-Meridian hospitals in Monmouth and Ocean counties. Ocean Medical Center is one of the state’s largest providers of emergency coronary angioplasty for patients suffering from heart attacks.
Interventional cardiologists at Southern Ocean Medical Center also have the benefit of direct access to Jersey Shore through Meridian’s digital imaging system, allowing instantaneous imaging of catheterization films to provide prompt and appropriate care for patients. The rare cases where emergent transfer is necessary have demonstrated excellent and seamless results. Additionally, Riverview Medical Center is a key provider of emergency and elective angioplasties, and Bayshore Community Hospital offers a full service catheterization lab.
About Meridian HealthMeridian Health is a leading not-for-profit health care organization in New Jersey, comprising Jersey Shore University Medical Center and K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital in Neptune, Ocean Medical Center in Brick, Riverview Medical Center in Red Bank, Southern Ocean Medical Center in Manahawkin, Bayshore Community Hospital in Holmdel, Raritan Bay Medical Center in Old Bridge and Perth Amboy, and Meridian Partner Companies that include home care and hospice services, skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers, ambulatory care, ambulance services, fitness and wellness centers, and outpatient centers that allow the full continuum of health care services to be offered locally. In May 2015, Meridian Health and Hackensack University Health Network signed a definitive agreement to merge. Meridian Health has consistently been rated among the top performing health systems in NJ for clinical quality and nationally is the recipient of the John M. Eisenberg Award for Patient Safety and Quality from The Joint Commission and the National Quality Forum. Meridian is one of the FORTUNE “100 Best Companies to Work For” for six consecutive years. Earlier in 2015, Great Place to Work® and Fortune recognized Meridian Health as one of the 20 Best Workplaces in Health Care in the nation and the number one Best Place to Work for Women. Meridian is recognized for patient care and nursing excellence, including being the first health system in the country to achieve Magnet recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center at all of its original hospitals. Additionally, Meridian’s mission of training the next generation of health care professionals is vital to providing a foundation for sound health in our community. In 2008, Meridian Health launched a four-year nursing program in partnership with Georgian Court University. Hospitals and Health Networks Magazine has also honored Meridian as one of the nation’s 100 Most Wired Health Systems for 16 consecutive years. Meridian Health is a member of AllSpire Health Partners, an interstate consortium of leading health systems, to focus on the sharing of best practices in clinical care and achieving efficiencies. For more information, visit www.MeridianHealth.com.
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