As Ocean Medical Center prepares to kick-off construction on a multi-million dollar cancer center expansion and renovation project, Ocean Medical Center Foundation has received a $1 million gift from an anonymous donor to support the project.
On Saturday, December 12, 2015, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., the Meridian Community Resource Center at Freehold Raceway Mall (located near Macy’s on Level One) , will host a gift wrapping extravaganza called Wrapped in Love. The center will offer gift wrapping services for shoppers and accept voluntary donations in support of K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital – the most comprehensive provider of pediatric care in Monmouth and Ocean counties.
Jersey Shore University Medical Center, home to K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital, creates magical holiday experiences for patients by hosting a variety of entertainers and special performances.
The Eighteenth Annual Meridian Health Affiliated Foundations’ Gala, Building a Better Future, took place on Saturday, November 21 at the Ocean Place Resort & Spa in Long Branch. This signature fundraising event raised over $720,000, a record in the event’s 18-year history, which will benefit Meridian's not-for-profit hospitals and community health programs throughout Monmouth and Ocean counties.
Jersey Shore University Medical Center, part of the Meridian Health family, will break ground on the HOPE Tower Project – a $265 million building development on the hospital's east campus that will provide a new healing outpatient experience for the community. HOPE Tower's expected date of completion is early 2018.
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey (Horizon BCBSNJ) and Meridian Health announced a collaborative Accountable Care Organization (ACO) agreement for its new OMNIA health plan members through Meridian Health Partners, Meridian’s clinically integrated network. Horizon BCBSNJ members who enroll in an OMNIA plan would enjoy lower premiums, and if their care is delivered by the ACO’s doctors and ancillary providers -- which are Tier 1 for OMNIA health plan members – they will also save on out of pocket costs. The ACO includes doctors who are part of Meridian Health Partners, doctors at Meridian hospitals, and affiliated ancillary providers and independent physicians throughout Monmouth and Ocean counties.
Jersey Shore University Medical Center will hold its Hospital Annual Public Meeting on Monday, December 7, 2015.
Join Alan Cabasso, M.D., on Thursday, October 8, 2015 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Lance Auditorium to learn more about concussions.
The Eighteenth Annual Meridian Health Affiliated Foundations’ Gala, Building a Better Future, will be held on Saturday, November 21 from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at the Ocean Place Resort & Spa in Long Branch. This signature fundraising event benefits Meridian's not-for-profit hospitals and community health programs in both Monmouth and Ocean counties.
The Women’s Heart Fund will host their Fall Event, Bountiful Heart, on Thursday, October 8, 2015 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at The Raven and the Peach in Rumson. Proceeds from the event will benefit cardiac programs, services and technologies at Meridian Health.
The Fourth Annual Connect Ecosystem Conference hosted by Qualcomm Life, Inc., a subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM), took place in San Diego, CA August 31 – September 1.
Bayshore Community Hospital Foundation's record-breaking Wine & Spirits Tasting fundraising event hosted by Fern and Peter Esposito featured more than 300 guests and raised nearly $70,000 in support of Bayshore’s growing cardiovascular program.
Jersey Shore University Medical Center and Riverview Medical Center, both part of Meridian CardioVascular Network, are the first hospitals in New Jersey to receive the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline® Heart Attack Receiving Center Accreditation.
Jersey Shore University Medical Center, part of the Meridian Health family, is preparing to break ground this fall on the HOPE Tower Project – a $265 million dollar building development on the hospital’s east campus that will provide a new healing outpatient experience for the community. HOPE Tower’s expected date of completion is early 2018.
Jersey Shore University Medical Center will host its annual Community Day and 5K run/walk on Sunday, September 13, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the hospital’s campus, located at 1945 Route 33 in Neptune.
Bayshore Community Hospital Foundation will host the 7th Annual Wine & Spirits Tasting fundraising event on Wednesday, September 9, 2015 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Addison Park in Aberdeen.
The Auxiliaries at Southern Ocean Medical Center recently announced their pledge to raise $2.5 million that will support the purchase of a TrueBeam™ linear accelerator, the most advanced radiation therapy technology, for the hospital.
Riverview Medical Center Foundation is proud to announce two substantial gifts, totaling $10 million, which will significantly impact the way health care is delivered in our community.
The Riverview Medical Center Foundation Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the Third Annual Family Fireworks on the Navesink to support Riverview Medical Center Foundation. This fun-filled family event will be held at the DiPiero Family home, on the picturesque Navesink River, on Saturday, June 27, 2015. Beginning at 6:30 p.m. the evening will include a BBQ buffet, a variety of food trucks, inflatable rides, games, and a breathtaking view of the fireworks show at 9:15 p.m.
The Women’s Heart Fund, whose mission is to educate people about the importance of heart health and raise funds for heart programs at Meridian Health recently hosted their most successful luncheon to date. The 9th Annual Spring Luncheon, held on May 15, 2015 was a record-breaking event for this committed group hosting more than 230 guests at the Riverhouse at Rumson Country Club and raising over $45,000.
Jersey Shore University Medical Center – part of Meridian CardioVascular Network – became the first hospital in New Jersey to perform the newly approved Watchman Left Atrial Appendage Closure (LAAC) Implant procedure, providing patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation (AF) an alternative to long-term “blood-thinning” warfarin medication.
K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital recently hosted its Superhero Soiree event on Friday, April 17. Professional soccer star Christie Rampone presented the hospital’s Junior Ambassadors with the Hometown Hero Award. The superhero-themed fundraiser raised more than $140,000 in support of the children’s hospital, and attracted nearly 200 guests.
Unique collaboration between town and hospital benefits local seniors and enhances health care services for the community.
In 2011, Ocean Medical Center Foundation launched the Growing Together Capital Campaign dedicated to rebuilding and expanding the hospital’s busy emergency department. The campaign officially concluded in December 2014, proudly surpassing fundraising goals and bringing in a total of $10.5 million. This marks the largest campaign in the medical center’s history.
The Women’s Heart Fund invites you to join them in their mission to educate the community about the importance of heart health by attending their 9th Annual Spring Luncheon. The event is on Friday, May 15, 2015 from 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. at the Riverhouse at Rumson Country Club where Martha Weinman Lear, bestselling author of the widely acclaimed Heartsounds memoir will appear as a guest speaker.
Hospital accredited by Joint Commission for hip and knee replacement program.
The boards of trustees of Meridian Health and Raritan Bay Health Services Corp., the parent organization of Raritan Bay Medical Center, have approved the definitive agreement for the two not-for-profit health systems to merge.
Riverview Medical Center Foundation has announced Nancy B. Mulheren as the new chair of the Riverview Medical Center Foundation Board of Trustees. In Nancy Mulheren’s new leadership position, she is excited to also welcome Mary Vaden Eisenstadt to the board of trustees.
K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital will host its annual Superhero Soiree fundraising event at the Molly Pitcher Inn in Red Bank on Friday, April 17 from 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. During the event, Christie Rampone, captain of the United States National team and four time Olympic gold medalist, will present the hospital’s Junior Ambassadors with the Hometown Hero Award. The award is presented annually to honor young philanthropists and leaders in the community for outstanding service to others in Monmouth and Ocean counties.
Opening of new Cancer Center in Jackson marks first of six monumental projects to enhance oncology care and build hope for NJ residents with new facilities, state-of-the-art technology, and expanded medical expertise.
Region’s only hospital with designated Stroke Rescue Center and Trauma Center opens a specialized post-operative intensive care unit for most critical neurological and neurosurgical patients
An agreement was reached today between Ensocare and New Jersey-based iMPak Health to include iMPak’s innovative medication management system, Kraken, as part of the Ensocare sales portfolio. Ensocare will serve as an authorized re-seller for the Kraken system, which may be sold alone or, in the future, as an integrated feature inside of Ensocare’s Sync and Connect software engines.
Meridian Health Foundation’s 18th Annual Sweetheart Ball, held on Saturday, February 23, 2015 at Ocean Place Resort & Spa in Long Branch, NJ attracted more than 450 guests, the largest in the event’s history, and raised over $200,000. Proceeds from the event will support cancer research at Meridian Cancer Care and provide residents of Monmouth and Ocean counties with access to the most advanced cancer treatment options.
Meridian CardioVascular Network Celebrates American Heart Month at the Annual Red Dress Event
A new, less invasive approach to weight loss surgery gives patients new hope
Pediatric dental experts provide accessible and specialized care for children.
Access to Vascular Services Increased at Ocean Medical Center and Meridian Health
Meridian Cancer Care continues to expand with Kenneth Newkirk, M.D., FACS joining the multi-disciplinary team as Medical Director of the Head and Neck Oncology Surgery Program at Jersey Shore University Medical Center.
A year after introducing robotic surgery at Ocean Medical Center, physicians marked the milestone with the completion of 100 cases. The medical center began offering the latest technology in surgery to the community when it added the da Vinci® Si™ Surgical System to the comprehensive resources in the operating room.
Informational event taking place January 22, 2015 for Jersey Shore residents to get involved in Paint the Town Pink.
Bayshore Community Hospital unveils multi-specialty interventional suite.
Event will benefit Meridian Cancer Care’s commitment to clinical research.
Meridian Health welcomes Kenneth N. Sable, M.D., MBA, FACEP as the new president of Jersey Shore University Medical Center, the not-for-profit teaching hospital and home to K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital – the first children’s hospital in Monmouth and Ocean counties.
Hospital re-accredited by Joint Commission for hip and knee replacement programs
Jersey Shore University Medical Center recently received a $300,000 gift from the trust of the late Howard Corlies (1883-1958), of Spring Lake, New Jersey, in support of the hospital. The gift honors the memory of Mr. Corlies, a prominent Monmouth County resident who faithfully served the hospital and its mission to provide the best health care experience for the Jersey Shore community.
Stocking filled surprises. Festivals of Lights and Magical Snowmen. These are just a few of the joys that children around the world cherish during the holidays. And for kids in the hospital, these merry delights take on even more meaning. At K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital, the Child Life team – pediatric experts focused on creating a fun, supportive hospital environment – join with local volunteer groups to create magical holiday experiences for the youngest of believers.
Bayshore Community Hospital, Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Ocean Medical Center, and Riverview Medical Center – all part of Meridian CardioVascular Network – have received awards from the American Heart Association, a testament to the health care system’s commitment to providing the best care available for heart failure patients.
Meridian Health’s Ghulam Abbas, M.D., MCHM, FACS, director of Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgery, and Thomas Lee Bauer II, M.D., medical director of Thoracic Oncology and chief of thoracic surgery at Meridian Cancer Care, recently performed robotic lobectomy on a patient suffering from lung cancer at Riverview Medical Center in Red Bank, New Jersey.
Meridian Health physicians have earned recognition the National Committee for Quality Assurance Triple Crown for the exceptional care they provide. The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) is a not-for-profit organization committed to improving health care by measuring a number of quality standards and performance measures.
Dr. Solhkhah recognized for his advocacy and services on behalf of those affected by mental illness and drug addiction
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