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Hospital re-accredited by Joint Commission for hip and knee replacement programs

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Dr. Solhkhah recognized for his advocacy and services on behalf of those affected by mental illness and drug addiction

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Award demonstrates commitment to quality care for stroke patients

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Riverview Medical Center is pleased to welcome endocrinologist Alan Martinez, M.D. to the medical staff. Specializing in obstetrics and gynecology, Dr. Martinez received fellowship training in reproductive endocrinology and infertility at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center.

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Bayshore Community Hospital is proud to welcome Steven Tizio, M.D. to the medical staff. Dr. Tizio recently completed his fellowship training in colon and rectal surgery at Methodist Health System in San Antonio, Texas.

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One of the region’s most experienced robotic urology surgeons brings expertise to shore community.

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Laboratory is one of the only hospitals in the region to offer FISH UroVysion.

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Jersey Shore Foundation continues to grow fundraising campaign that benefits the children’s hospital

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Meridian Health’s Jersey Shore University Medical Center and Riverview Medical Center have received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR ACTION Registry–GWTG Silver Performance Achievement Award for 2014.

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Improvements yield benefits for patients and community.

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On September 5, Jersey Shore University Medical Center’s Electrophysiology team implanted the first Nanostim leadless pacemaker in New Jersey. The leadless pacemaker is a new, less-invasive approach than traditional pacemaker procedures that require more extensive surgery. The device, used to treat patients with an abnormally slow heart rate, took place as part of the Leadless II pivotal trial, a prospective, non-randomized, multi-center, international clinical study designed to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of the leadless pacemaker.

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Meridian Cancer Care welcomes Thomas Lee Bauer II, M.D., a thoracic surgeon and respected leader of programs and research for the treatment of lung and esophageal cancer.

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Jersey Shore University Medical Center welcomes John F. Gibbs, M.D., FACS, a nationally renowned expert specializing in stomach cancer, liver and pancreas tumors, complex gastrointestinal disease as well as melanomas and sarcomas.

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The 6th Annual Wine & Spirits Tasting, an event benefitting Bayshore Community Hospital hosted at Addison Park, raised more than $59,000 and attracted a crowd of more than 215 attendees. This tasteful event has become a yearly tradition at which community leaders support the continued growth of Bayshore’s cardiovascular program.

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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: