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Meridian Cancer Care proudly welcomes Ghulam Abbas, M.D., MCHM, FACS, a fellowship trained cardiothoracic and minimally invasive thoracic and foregut surgeon. Dr. Abbas joins Meridian Cancer Care as the Director of minimally invasive thoracic surgery. In this position, Dr. Abbas will advance and broaden the program’s minimally invasive thoracic surgery capabilities, including robotic and video assisted approaches to the lung, chest and esophageal regions.

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Fellowship Trained Breast Oncology Surgeon Catherine Campo, M.D., joins Bayshore Community Hospital and Riverview Medical Center.

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Jersey Shore University Medical Center will host its annual Community Day and 5K run/walk on Sunday, September 14, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the hospital’s campus, located at 1945 Route 33 in Neptune.

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The newly elected Foundation Board of Trustees include: Hilary DiPiero, Charles E. Komar, Shawn Reynolds, Danielle Sherwood, Jonathan Schultz, and Benedict J. Torcivia, Jr.

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Siemens will donate up to $1 million to Stand Up To Cancer® to support accelerated cancer research; Mayor Dr. Michael Brantley declares “Baton Pass Day” in Neptune, NJ Join the Campaign at Facebook.Com/TheBatonPass

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Bayshore Community Hospital Foundation invites the community to its sixth Annual Wine and Spirits Tasting fundraiser on Thursday, September 4, 2014 from 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. at the stunning Addison Park in Aberdeen, N.J. to benefit Bayshore’s cardiovascular program.

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Riverview Medical Center and Bayshore Community Hospital are pleased to welcome Sunita Nankoo, M.D. to the Medical Staff.

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Michael Marchetti, M.D., of the Emergency Department at Bayshore Community Hospital, and Kevin Roma, M.D. of Riverview Medical Center’s Emergency Department share their advice on safe fun in the sun.

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Siemens and Stand Up To Cancer® spread message of hope, highlight promise of research through national campaign Join the campaign at facebook.com/TheBatonPass

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Jersey Shore University Medical Center will host a free men’s health breakfast, including health screenings and physician lectures, on Saturday, September 20, 2014 at the First Presbyterian Church of Manasquan from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

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Jersey Shore University Medical Center welcomed five new physicians representing a broad spectrum of medical expertise.

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Bayshore Community Hospital welcomes Richard Greco, D.O., a fellowship trained bariatric surgeon to the center for Bariatrics at Bayshore.

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Jersey Shore University Medical Center is selected to take part in a clinical trial detecting the strains of HPV that lead to cervical cancer

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Bayshore Community Hospital awarded three year accreditation in computed tomography after review by American College of Radiology

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Assemblywoman Mary Pat Angelini led a Roundtable Discussion about local Heroin and Prescription Drug Abuse Epidemic

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Jersey Shore University Medical Center, part of Meridian CardioVascular Network, recently received the Mission: Lifeline® Bronze Receiving Quality Achievement Award for implementing specific quality improvement measures outlined by the American Heart Association for the treatment of patients who suffer severe heart attacks.

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Nation’s experts participate in sports safety briefing on Capitol Hill hosted by The American Academy of Pediatrics, Safe Kids Worldwide and the Congressional Kids' Safety Caucus

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Jersey Shore University Medical Center welcomes Cristina Ciorlian, M.D., F.A.C.E. to the Department of Endocrinology

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Meridian Cancer Care proudly welcomes Ronald Matteotti, M.D., FMH, a surgical oncologist with expertise in minimal surgical oncology and hepatobiliary surgery. Dr. Ronald Matteotti will enhance and expand the program’s minimally invasive surgical capabilities, including robotic approaches to pancreas, colorectal, spleen and upper GI areas. With this new position, Dr. Matteotti plays a vital role in the multi-disciplinary Cancer Care team.

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Marianna Williams, a bright 18 year old from Neptune who dreams of a career in finance, had an extraordinary couple of weeks by celebrating two teenage milestones while recuperating from a serious illness. On June 4, Marianna, dressed in cap and gown, participated in Red Bank Catholic (RBC) High School Class of 2014’s graduation ceremony, direct from her room at K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital. And to make up for the prom she missed while being hospitalized, Marianna attended the 21st Annual Neptune Mayor’s Ball on Friday, June 13 at Jumping Brook Country Club in Neptune.

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K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital patient graduates in her hospital room and plans to wear prom dress to the upcoming 21st Annual Neptune Mayor’s Ball.

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Matthew Kaufman, M.D., FACS, Center for Treatment of Paralysis and Reconstructive Nerve Surgery at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, recently attended and presented at the American Spinal Injury Association (ASIA) National Annual Meeting at The Marriott Rivercenter in San Antonio, Texas.

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The National Association of Epilepsy Centers (NAEC) recently designated Meridian Health Comprehensive Epilepsy Program at Jersey Shore University Medical Center as a Level 4 epilepsy center, the highest level possible. The recognition is a testament to the medical expertise, innovative surgical evaluation, and advanced techniques and treatments provided for patients with complex epilepsy.

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In support of Meridian Health’s Paint The Town Pink – a campaign aimed at promoting annual mammography for women over the age of 40 – Dr. Denise Johnson Miller, director of Breast Surgery at Jersey Shore, recently hosted a series of women’s health and wellness programs throughout Monmouth and Ocean counties. At the outreach events, which include health screenings, breakfasts, lectures and church gatherings, Dr. Johnson Miller tirelessly advocates that early detection is the best defense a woman has against breast cancer.

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Jersey Shore University Medical Center recently welcomed two physicians, Peter Gonzalez, M.D., physical medicine & rehabilitation, and Mark Mascarenhas, M.D., cardiology, to the hospital medical staff.

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On Wednesday, May 14, Jersey Shore University Medical Center will join The Wall Alliance, Shore Community Alliance and The Manasquan Ministerium for “Say Something…About Heroin” – a community event addressing the heroin epidemic affecting southern Monmouth County. The presentation, featuring Dr. Ramon Solhkhah, chief of Psychiatry at Jersey Shore, along with other local experts, will be held from 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Algonquin Arts Theater in Manasquan.

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New post operative care unit combines the latest innovations with compassionate care and comfort

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K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital will host its Superhero Soiree event at the Oyster Point Hotel in Red Bank, NJ on Friday, April 4 from 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Local singing sensation Jacquie Lee, from NBC’s television program The Voice, will receive K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital’s inaugural “Hometown Hero Award” – a fitting accolade for the 16 year old pop star from Colts Neck, NJ who motivates kids everywhere to follow their dreams.

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Jersey Shore University Medical Center welcomed seven new members to the medical and dental staff in March representing a broad spectrum of medical expertise.

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Jersey Shore University Medical Center’s 17th Annual Sweetheart Ball, held on Saturday, February 15, 2014 at Ocean Place Resort & Spa in Long Branch, NJ attracted almost 450 attendees and raised over $240,000.

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Jersey Shore University Medical Center welcomed four new physicians in February representing a broad spectrum of medical expertise:

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Jersey Shore University Medical Center was recently awarded an American Medical Association (AMA) Foundation Healthy Living Grant to educate youth about prescription medication safety.

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As part of Meridian Cancer Care, Jersey Shore will benefit from funds raised at this year’s Sweetheart Ball. Proceeds from the event will support Jersey Shore’s robust cancer research and navigation services that are helping to bring state-of-the-art drugs, treatment protocols and support services to patients so they can get the best cancer care, close to home.

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Meridian CardioVascular Network hosts an evening of fun, fashion and education in celebration of American Heart Month at the Sixth Annual Red Dress Event.

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Jersey Shore is the first hospital in central New Jersey to receive The Joint Commission’s Advanced Certification in Inpatient Diabetes Care

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Jersey Shore University Medical Center’s Molly Berkowitz, R.N., Trauma Injury Prevention Coordinator, recently received the “Outstanding Emergency Medical Services Educator Award” at the annual New Jersey statewide conference on Emergency Medical Services (EMS), an event which attracted over 750 EMS professionals.

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In December, Jersey Shore recently welcomed six new members of the medical and dental staff, representing a broad spectrum of subspecialty expertise and experience.

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Meridian Health, the largest provider of hospital and health care services in Monmouth and Ocean counties, has announced an expansion of its partnership with Tilton Fitness Management, a regional leader in health club operations.

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Robert Murphy, M.D. and Brian Truxal, M.D. have recently joined the medical staff of K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital at Jersey Shore University Medical Center.

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Treatment options at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Ocean Medical Center and Riverview Medical Center improve and streamline care for women.

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Jersey Shore recently welcomed twelve new physicians representing a broad spectrum of medical expertise and experience.

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Expert in vascular surgery will lead a workshop and presentations.

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Please be advised that effective January 15, 2014, Meridian Health and its hospitals will no longer be participating providers in United Healthcare Medicare Advantage Plans

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Jersey Shore University Medical Center and the Board of Commissioners of the Township of Neptune Housing Authority (TNHA) will break ground on Monday, November 18, 2013 on 50 new senior housing units for the residents of the John Knox Senior Housing Complex, currently located on Davis Avenue. The new housing complex will be built on two diagonal parcels of land, situated on Neptune Boulevard and Taylor Avenue. The development reflects a unique collaboration between Neptune Township and Jersey Shore, part of the Meridian Health family, as it will provide residents with new, modern apartments and enable the hospital to expand its medical facilities and services.

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The Center for Treatment of Paralysis and Reconstructive Nerve Surgery at Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune, NJ will host Switzerland’s Andres Gohritz, M.D. and Veith Moser, M.D. of Vienna, Austria to observe several techniques in phrenic nerve and nerve decompression surgery.

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Jersey Shore University Medical Center is proud to welcome Romeo Lucas, D.O. Dr. Lucas provides OB/GYN care for women in Monmouth and Ocean Counties, and brings specialized surgical experience to expand coverage in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Jersey Shore.

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Dr. Elkwood presented at the Milwaukee Case Management Society of America Chapter (CMSA) Fall Conference, held on September 18 in Milwaukee, WI.

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Jersey Shore University Medical Center and Bayshore Community Hospital, members of Meridian Health, are included in the 2013-2014 Best Hospitals metro area rankings released by U.S. News & World Report.

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Jersey Shore is the first hospital in the state to offer a new minimally invasive treatment for a common women’s health problem.

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Dr. Lospinuso joins a three day exchange of the most advanced practices in spinal surgery.