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Quick Tips for Optimal Women’s Health

by Age from Hospital Newspaper

By Nancy Sorbella

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20’s: Find a good physician that you are comfortable with and schedule your annual well-visit. Identify a physical activity that you enjoy and can regularly fit into your lifestyle. Quit Smoking, drink in moderation and get into a regular sleep routine, drink your H20. Review birth control options for long term family planning. Spend quality time with supportive and like-minded friends.

30’s:

Continue to schedule regular well-visits with your physician.

Determine which medical tests are necessary for your age; don’t over-test Review physical activity to include new exercise modalities based upon your lifestyle and current trends to find what works best for you. Stick with it.

If you are having children or planning to, find a good OB/GYN and schedule your appointment. Increase activities that make you happy and share them with supportive friends. Drink in moderation, sleep well, drink your H20 and consistently eat a healthy diet.

40’s:

Well-visits should be combined with age-appropriate screenings for cancer and heart health. Discuss peri-menopause and maintain a healthy weight. Get a mammogram. Continue to exercise regularly, drink in moderation, sleep well, and drink your H20. Stay connected with friends and family.

50’s:

At your well-visit be sure to include colonoscopy, cancer & heart health screenings. Discuss menopause symptoms with your doctor. Evaluate your fitness routine for age and ability appropriate adjustments.

Drink in moderation, sleep well, drink your H20 and eat a healthy diet.

Expand your horizons; open your mind to new experiences; its never too late.

60’s: At your well-visit add bone density testing, get advice on shingles and other relevant vaccines, colonoscopy and cancer and heart health screenings. Stay physically active and consider low-impact forms of exercise alternatives: swimming, aquatic exercise, yoga, walking, etc, but continue to do it regularly.

Drink in moderation, sleep well, drink your H20 and keep weight at healthy level. Stay curious.

70’s: At your well-visit continue mammogram until age 74, colonoscopy to 75, ask your medical professional for all other relevant tests and vaccines but don’t over-test. Stay fit with regular age and ability-appropriate exercise. Drink in moderation, sleep well, drink your H20 and keep weight at a healthy level. Find friends who are younger to supplement your peers. Good for long-term mental, emotional and physical support. Stay connected and curious.

80’s: At your well-visit review any concerns and get tests that are necessary. Many screenings are no longer considered necessary; don’t over-test. Consider your doctor a resource, not part of your daily routine.

Stay fit with age and ability-appropriate exercise and don’t overdue. Know your limits. Learn to prevent falls by taking yoga, aquatic exercise and stretch classes. Take your Vitamin D. Drink in moderation, sleep well, drink your H20 and maintain a healthy weight. Stay connected to family and friends.

Stay curious. Take enrichment classes, travel, read and explore to keep your mind sharp. Be sure you know who will make your health care decisions if you are unable to.

90’s: At your well-visit be sure to discuss all concerns with your doctor, open dialog on holistic medical options, ask about any new vaccines and testing. Drink in moderation, sleep well, drink your H20, be sure to eat enough at this age.

Stay active, stay curious, stay connected. Don’t take unnecessary risks; prevent falls, and speak up to family, friends and professionals.

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Englewood Hospital and Medical Center receives Award from Horizon Health

The behavioral health team at Englewood Hospital and Medical Center received the Horizon National ChiassonSchmitt Partnership Award from Horizon Health, a national leader in behavioral health services. Dating back to 2003, the partnership between Englewood Hospital and Horizon Health has helped to ensure that patients receive high-quality and save behavioral health services in a compassionate environment. Pictured above are the Englewood Hospital and Medical Center and Horizon Health administrative teams, along with the behavioral health team from Englewood Hospital.

About Englewood Hospital and Medical Center Englewood Hospital and Medical Center is a leading provider of high-quality, comprehensive, and humanistic care serving northern New Jersey and beyond. The community

teaching hospital, located in Englewood, New Jersey, is nationally recognized for cardiac surgery and cardiac care, breast imaging and cancer care, spine surgery, orthopedic surgery, and maternity care, and is an international leader in patient blood management and bloodless surgery. Other areas of excellence include diagnostic imaging, offering a 3T MRI machine, a hybrid operating room, and other state-of-the-art technology. Consistently earning high marks for clinical excellence and patient safety, Englewood Hospital and Medical Center is a “Best Regional Hospital” according to US News & World Report (2016-2017). Ten consecutive times since 2012, the hospital has earned a Safety Grade “A” by Leapfrog, a record of achievement maintained by only three hospitals in New Jersey. In 2016, the medical center earned its fourth consecutive designation since 2002 by the Magnet

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Recognition Program® for excellence in nursing. Nationally, only seven percent of hospitals have achieved Magnet designation by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Englewood Hospital and Medical Center is an affiliate of Hackensack Meridian Health and offers training programs for students and professionals, including an internal medicine residency program. Founded in 1890 as a 12-bed facility, Englewood Hospital and Medical Center is today a fully accredited hospital with 352 beds. Through an ongoing campus modernization project, a growing and comprehensive physician network, and a strategic focus on outpatient services and population health management, Englewood Hospital and Medical Center continually innovates and adapts in order to meet the needs of the community it serves and remain on the forefront of high-quality care.

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May is a busy month at Hospital Newspaper. During National Nurse’s Week (May 6-12) we honor these often-unsung heroes of healthcare. Every interaction with these dedicated professionals leaves us feeling better, more confident and reassured. As healthcare has changed, nurses have been the constant; filling even more valuable roles in hospitals, urgent care facilities, retirement communities, physician’s offices, schools and satellite well-care locations. So, this month please take a moment to thank all of the nurses you encounter and let them know that they are appreciated!!

May is also National Women’s Health Week! Beginning on Mother’s Day, May 14th, this initiative led by the US Department of Health and Human Services Office on Women’s Health is the time to choose to live a healthy lifestyle at any age. It is never too late and we share some simple steps to improving your mental and physical health and well-being.

May 31st is National Senior Health & Fitness Day. This 24th annual event is celebrated around the country with the goal of engaging older Americans in age and ability- appropriate activities to promote longevity, health and fitness. Visit your local senior office/office for the aging for information on events in your area.

In every issue we cover professional recruitment and development in the hospital sector.

We encourage our readers to reach out and share opportunities and programming that we can support and promote via our print and digital editions.

As always, please send us your photos and stories to news@hospitalnewspaper.com—we love to include them whenever we can!

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Calling All Nurses!

Trinitas launches program for RN’s looking to excel in the emergency room.

Trinitas Regional Medical Center’s Emergency Nurse Boot Camp Program is officially accepting applications! This program is designed for the registered nurse who has an interest in experiencing the critical care environment of an emergency department. The program will enhance assessment and prioritization skills and support the transition of a novice/mid-level nurse into a skillful and confident nurse. This 12-week program will increase confidence in decision making and critical thinking skills. Hands-on clinical experience will occur under the supervision of an experienced preceptor.

Trinitas is well-known for its dedication to the advancement of nursing education. The National League for Nursing (NLN) has designated Trinitas for a third time as a Center of Excellence in Nursing Education for “Creating a Workplace Environment that Supports the Academic Progression of Nurses” for 2015 – 2020. The NLN also designated the Trinitas School of Nursing as a Center of Excellence, making it the first hospitalbased nursing school in the United States to receive this honor.

Trinitas is completing a 3-year, $18 million project to enlarge and upgrade its emergency department.

The treatment space has been organized into specific areas for seniors, families/children and behavioral patients, and a state-of-the-art 128-slice CT scanner has been added. The overall number of treatment beds has grown from 27 to 45, making the Trinitas ER the perfect environment to advance critical assessment skills.

Applicants for the nursing boot camp must be registered nurses that have graduated within the last 12 months. Experienced nurses desiring to transition to the emergency department are also welcome to apply.

Program dates and deadlines are as follows:

June 5, 2017 (Application Deadline - May 5, 2017) September 11, 2017 (Application Deadline - July 20, 2017)

To apply visit www.TrinitasRMC.org/bootcamp and search position number 1954.

For applicant questions regarding this program contact Mercy Mallari at 908-994-5239.

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Lourdes opens new Hepatitis C Clinic Clinic to offer more specialized approach and management for Hepatitis C Patients

In an effort to provide care to the growing patient population and streamline services, Lourdes announces the opening of its new Hepatitis C Clinic, located on the first floor of Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center in Camden. The clinic offers comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis and treatment for patients with all phases of hepatitis C infection.

An estimated 5 million Americans are living with hepatitis C, a liver disease caused by a blood-borne virus, and most are unaware of their diagnosis, according to The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The organization estimates that 75 percent of that 5 million are baby boomers, born between 1945 and 1965.

Hepatitis C patients can live for years without experiencing symptoms, so it’s often referred to as a “silent” killer. There is no vaccine to prevent hepatitis C, however, treatments are now available that can help treat and potentially cure the disease.

“We are excited to open the Lourdes Hepatitis C Clinic and to help as many patients as possible receive care for what is now a ‘curable’ disease,” said Hisham ElGenaidi, MD, medical director of Hepatology, Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center. “Our message to pa-

tients and the community is that testing is crucial, because treatment is available and this often-fatal disease can be cured. To all baby boomers, and those at risk, please get screened. We want you to know we are here to help.”

The new clinic offers a multidisciplinary model that cares for patients through a medical management treatment plan. In collaboration with an in-hospital pharmacy at Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center, each patient can choose to work with a pharmacist to attain his or her prescribed medication—to either to have it dispensed at the in-hospital pharmacy down the hall from the clinic or through another pharmacy of the patient’s choice, and to receive support for medication adherence, as well as help in identifying cost resources.

The many challenges patients may face include the fact that medication must be taken completely and exactly as directed for a viable cure, and that medication is not easy to access, is expensive, and must be pre-authorized for insurance compensation. Pharmacists say they look to support and educate patients as a vital part of the treatment process.

For each patient, pharmacy staff provide weekly medication treatment updates to Lourdes clinic staff so that communication continuously flows.

With Hepatitis C being a silent disease, Dr. ElGenaidi says 1 in 30 baby boomers will have the virus and not know it, but it’s about 1 in 10 for baby boomers for those who live in urban areas.

“Camden has a high Hepatitis C rate, and that makes Lourdes one of the busiest centers in the state. With the new Lourdes Hepatitis C Clinic, we are looking to help treat this growing population.”

Hepatitis C spreads through contact with the blood of an infected person. It can lead to liver cancer and liver failure. Hepatitis C the leading cause for liver transplant. You can get the virus if: • Your mother had it when you were born • You had a blood transfusion before 1992 • You’ve shared razors, toothbrushes or injection drug needles with an infected person • You’ve had intercourse with an infected person • You got a tattoo or body piercing at an unlicensed facility

Dr. El Genaidi strongly urges all baby boomers, regardless of risk factors, to get tested for the Hepatitis C virus. He says those on dialysis should be tested yearly. “Identifying hidden infections will allow more people to receive treatment before they develop life-threatening liver disease. With testing, we can help save lives. Talk with your healthcare provider today.”

For more information or to make an appointment at the Lourdes Hepatitis C Clinic, call 856-796-9340.

Drexel University College of Medicine.

The hospital, part of the Saint Peter’s Healthcare System, is fully accredited by The Joint Commission, is recognized as a Magnet hospital for nursing excellence by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, is a threetime winner of the Beacon Award for Critical

Care Excellence in Nursing, and is recognized by the American Diabetes Association in all areas of diabetes education. Saint Peter’s is located at 254 Easton Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901. For more information about Saint Peter’s, please visit www.saintpetershcs.com or call 732-745-8600.

Mutually Beneficial

Northwestern Mutual insurance, Princeton office, recently donated $40,000 to The Children’s Hospital at Saint Peter’s University Hospital in support of a full-time dedicated pediatric oncology child life specialist. The pediatric oncology specialist works with pediatric oncology patients in any part of the hospital, whether they enter through the emergency department or are an inpatient or an outpatient. Child life specialists are pediatric health care professionals who work with children and families in hospitals and other settings to help them cope with the challenges of hospitalization, illness and disability. Pictured, from left to right, are: Karen Kastenbaum, APN, pediatric hematology-oncology; Nibal Zaghloul, M.D., division chief, pediatric hematology-oncology; Les Hirsch, president, Saint Peter’s Healthcare System; Joseph Savino, managing partner, Northwestern Mutual - Princeton; Joanne Savino, chief marketing officer/strategy manager, Northwestern Mutual – Princeton; Lauren Kane, BS, CCLS, child life specialist, and James S. Choma, chief development officer and Saint Peter’s Foundation executive director.

About Saint Peter’s University Hospital Saint Peter’s University Hospital is a 478bed acute-care teaching hospital sponsored by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Metuchen.

Saint Peter’s is a state-designated children’s hospital and a regional perinatal center, and is a regional specialist in geriatrics, oncology, orthopedics, women’s services and ambulatory care. The Children’s Hospital at Saint Peter’s University Hospital provides families

with access to a full range of pediatric specialties, including pediatric cardiology through its affiliation with The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Saint Peter’s is a sponsor of residency programs in obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics and internal medicine, and is a regional medical campus of

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Nancy M. DiLiegro, Chief Clinical Officer at Trinitas, elected to National Health Leadership Board

Dr. DiLiegro joined Trinitas in April 2002 as Director of Clinical Operations.

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Nancy M. DiLiegro, PhD, FACHE, Vice President of Clinical Operations/Physician Services and Chief Clinical Officer at Trinitas Regional Medical Center, has been elected to serve a three-year term on the Board of Governors of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE). She joins a total of four newly elected leaders from across the country elected to the organization’s national board. She officially took office on Saturday, March 25th at the Council of Regents Meeting preceding ACHE’s 60th Congress on Healthcare Leadership.

She served as the ACHE Regent for New Jersey—Northern, from 2014 to 2017, and as presidential officer of ACHE—New Jersey Chapter from 2011 to 2014. ACHE is an international professional society of 40,000 healthcare executives who lead hospitals, healthcare systems and other healthcare organizations.

ACHE's mission is to advance its members and healthcare management excellence. ACHE offers its prestigious FACHE® credential, signifying fellowship status in healthcare management.

Dr. DiLiegro joined Trinitas in April 2002 as Director of Clinical Operations, a position she held until 2008. She was promoted to Vice President, Clinical Services in 2008, and to Vice President, Clinical and Physician Services in 2009. She earned

Englewood Hospital and Medical Center Oncologist Dr. Frank Forte recognized for role in keeping Jazz, Blues alive

(Photo courtesy of Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey)

Dr. Frank Forte, oncologist at Englewood Hospital and Medical Center, receives a Champion of Good Works award from the Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey at its annual Chairman’s Reception held on March 15 in recognition of more than 23 years of administering care to the uninsured, including many of the greatest jazz and blues legends. Quincy Jones and Richard Parsons, two of Dr. Forte’s fellow Jazz Foundation of America board members, in a letter read during the evening, remarked of Dr. Forte, “You have literally kept jazz and blues alive, and this world is a better place because of how you choose to live.”

her Doctorate in Healthcare Administration from Kennedy Western University, a Master of Science degree in Pharmacy Administration from St. John’s University, and a Master of Public Administration degree in Healthcare Administration from Long Island University. She is a licensed pharmacist and a Fellow of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists.

In addition to her service with ACHE, she is affiliated with several national and regional organizations, including, the American Heart Association, The Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce, the American Society of Health-system Pharmacists and the New York State Council of Health-System Pharmacists. She is also an adjunct professor in Healthcare Administration at Seton Hall University.

Dr. DiLiegro is the recipient of numerous awards, including the ACHE-NJ Recognition Award, the American Heart Association’s Woman of Distinction Award, the New York City Society of Health-System Pharmacists Award of Merit, the New York State Council of Health-System Pharmacists Board of Directors Award and the 2015 ACHE Service Award.

For more information on ACHE’s Board members, visit ache.org/Leadership.

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2017 NJLN CONVENTION MARCH 29-30, 2017 TROPICANA CASINO & RESORT ATLANTIC CITY, NEW JERSEY “PROFESSIONAL FULFILLMENT: CARING FOR THE NURSE WITHIN” photos by Anthony Mairo

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Holy Name Medical Center awarded $50,000 from Walmart Foundation to benefit Institute for Simulation Learning Healthcare Careers Discovery Program Funds provide summer learning opportunities for high school students interested in healthcare careers

Holy Name Medical Center’s Institute for Simulation Learning (ISL) was awarded a $50,000 grant from the Walmart Foundation for its Healthcare Careers Discovery Program. The funds will be used to provide summer learning opportunities for high school students interested in healthcare careers through the Healthcare Careers Discovery Introductory and Advanced Programs offered at Holy Name Medical Center’s Institute for Simulation Learning.

“We’ve designed the Healthcare Careers Discovery Program to be a hands-on, immersive learning experience for high school students,” said Cedar Wang, APN, CHSE, Director of Simulation Education at Holy Name Medical Center. “It is the perfect opportunity to introduce the many possible career paths in the healthcare field. Students have the chance to figure out if it’s really what they want to do before they make a serious commitment of time and money.”

According to Modern Healthcare, 5.6 million more healthcare workers will be needed by 2020.

This is quickly representing the fastest growing employment sector in the US economy. While there is great employment potential in the future, high school students are not often exposed to the myriad opportunities available in the healthcare industry. Holy Name Medical Center has devised a multi-level program both to introduce career options and to train future healthcare providers through its Healthcare Careers Discovery Programs. Students gain entry into the program by competitive application based on merit and there is a fee for participation. In 2017, those unable to pay the fee may apply for scholarship funding generously provided by the Walmart Foundation.

Eighty students are expected to attend the 2017 Summer Healthcare Careers Discovery Program, and an active learning environment which combines classroom and hands on experiences to prepare the participant for a successful future in the healthcare profession. The ISL will offer 2 weeks of the Introductory Program and 2 weeks of the Advanced program, serving 20 students each week.

“We are proud to support Holy Name Medical Center and its program which provides summer learning opportunities for high school students interested in healthcare careers.” said Jennifer Hoehn, Director, Public Affairs and Government Relations for New Jersey” The programs speaks to both our commitment to healthy communities and creating opportunities for our neighbors.”

High school students who are residing in northern New Jersey and interested in learning more about a career in a healthcare-related field can apply by visiting: http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07eds090skdd82d 457&llr=ivqtfgiab To learn more about the Healthcare Careers Discovery program at the Institute for Simulation Learning at Holy Name Medical Center, visit http://simulationlearning.org/events.asp.

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By Alison Lazzaro, RN

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Rise of Retail Health

Focusing efforts on keeping patients out of the hospital can lower healthcare costs and decrease rates of infection.

The answer to keeping patients safely cared for in the outpatient setting may be right around the corner. The retail health delivery system is a unique way to make routine primary care services convenient and accessible to the public.

With the Affordable Care Act, millions of Americans gained coverage, but the shortage of primary care providers remains. In response, retail clinics opened their doors to Medicaid/Medicare patients and accept all forms of insurance.

The hours of operation of retail health add to its popularity. Without needing an appointment, patients are free to walk-in after work or school.

It is estimated that 1 in 5 adults receive a vaccination in a retail clinic.

This is a quick and cost-effective method to halt vaccine-preventable diseases. Furthermore, over half of uninsured patients sought treatment at retail clinics because they did not have a usual source of care, thus avoiding the Emergency Department.

Services that retail health centers provide range from minor illnesses to women's services. Frequently visits focus on strep throat, flu-like symptoms, earaches and ear wax removal. Suture removal and treatment of skin conditions is also available. Patients can receive diabetes and hypertension monitoring. Women's services are offered through contraceptive care, and treatment of urinary tract infections and yeast infections. Additionally, well-exam physicals are provided for employment, sports and camps.

The quality of health care practice in retail health has been measured in peer reviewed journals. In treating acute pharyngitis, nurse practitioners adhered to guidelines to withhold unnecessary antibiotics in 99.05% of cases. Furthermore, in a study 13,471 patients with a positive rapid strep test, 99.75% of patients received an appropriate antibiotic prescription.

Busy lifestyles and moving to a new location makes it easy to lose tract of regular health visits until something comes up. Retail health bridges that gap of needing to see a provider, and then gaining a referral to a well-known primary care provider in the area. Rather than inundating Emergency Departments with non-life threatening issues, retail health allows patients to obtain contraceptive refills, ensure their cold is not progressively getting worse, or seek treatment for a stye that will not subside.

Nurse practitioners in retail health are making remarkable strides to keep patients out of the hospital and safely cared for in their homes and communities. As retail health clinics continue to grow their services, it is clear that patients will have a new form of wellness protection closer to home- no appointment needed!

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Renowned Kessler Physiatrist Steven Kirshblum named Chair of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Steven Kirshblum, M.D., Senior Medical Officer at Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation and Chief Medical Officer at Kessler Foundation, has been named Chair of the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. Dr. Kirshblum, internationally recognized for his work in the field of medical rehabilitation, is also the Chief of Service at University Hospital in Newark, NJ. In announcing the appointment, Robert L. Johnson, MD., Dean of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, noted that, “We are honored to have Dr. Kirshblum at the helm of our PM&R Department. His knowledge of rehabilitation medicine and his commitment to excellence in education, patient care and research make him the ideal individual to lead us forward.”

“I am extremely excited about this opportunity and believe we are in a position to not only prepare future physicians, but to direct the very future of medical rehabilitation,” said Dr. Kirshblum. “I’m looking forward to working with

the administration and staff, and leveraging the relationships between the medical school, Kessler Institute, Kessler Foundation, and University Hospital to advance education, training, research, and patient care.”

As Chair, Dr. Kirshblum will work to grow the nationally ranked department by enhancing its academic and residency programs; supporting the clinical, academic and research activities of faculty; and coordinating educational, training, clinical, and research activities with those of Kessler Institute, Kessler Foundation, and University Hospital.

Dr. Kirshblum, who joined Kessler Institute in 1990, also serves as the hospital’s Director of Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation, and is the Chief Academic Officer to the inpatient rehabilitation hospital division of Select Medical, Kessler Institute’s parent organization. In addition, he is the Medical Director of the Northern New Jersey Spinal Cord Injury Model System, a collaborative program of Kessler Foundation, Kessler Institute and Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, and one

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of only 14 such federally funded programs in the country. Dr. Kirshblum was also recently named Chief Medical Officer at Kessler Foundation, where he has administrative and clinical oversight of research protocols and programs in collaboration with the research teams.

Widely respected for his work in spinal cord injury medicine, rehabilitation and research, Dr. Kirshblum has received numerous awards and honors, including the 2017 Distinguished Academician Award from the Association of Academic Physiatrists, the Sell Lectureship from the American Spinal Injury Association, and the Leadership Award from the Academy of Spinal Cord Injury Professionals. He is a highly soughtafter speaker and a prolific writer, having authored hundreds of articles, abstracts, book chapters, and peer-reviewed publications, and two textbooks. A graduate of Fairleigh Dickinson University in Teaneck, NJ, and Finch University of Health Sciences/The Chicago Medical School, Dr. Kirshblum is active in many organizations, currently serving as Chair of the SCI Medicine Fellowship Program Directors Council, on the executive committee for the International Standards and Data Set Committees of the International Spinal Cord Society, and Director of Think First New Jersey.

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Trinitas listed among Top Employers in the United States by Becker Hospital Review

Trinitas employees celebrate the Medical Center’s win as one of the 150 Great Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review.

For the second year in a row, Becker’s Hospital Review has named Trinitas Regional Medical Center one of the 150 Great Places to Work in Healthcare. The national list recognizes healthcare organizations that offer outstanding workplace environments.

“Trinitas is proud to be on the Becker Healthcare list for the second year in a row,” says Gary S. Horan, FACHE, President and Chief Executive Officer.

“Trinitas has impressive credentials in the areas that Becker's Hospital Review uses to evaluate and select organizations for its list. Our 2,800 employees are some of the most involved members of the community, and they excel because they are active, compassionate, and motivated. I believe that by being able to put this passion into practice, our employees tend to naturally have a higher level of morale and team spirit.

To qualify for the Great Places to Work in Healthcare list, Becker Healthcare considers organizations that have received national, state or local recognition in workplace excellence. Noteworthy employee benefits offerings, wellness initiatives, and efforts to improve professional development are also assessed. A diverse team and work-life balance have also proven to foster a sense of community among employees.

Trinitas Regional Medical Center, which employs almost 2,800 individuals, developed its “Pat on the Back” awards program to recognize employees who go above and beyond on a continuous basis. The hospital also awards four employees annually the Elizabeth I. Kellogg Award which includes $5,000 for their

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commitment to the hospital’s mission, vision and values. Trinitas has been honored as a Platinum level Fit-Friendly Worksite by the American Heart Association since 2012 and received the Health Care’s Most Wired recognition for five consecutive years.

Employees can take advantage of the hospital’s tuition reimbursement program, on-site fitness facility and leadership academy program; in addition, employees who use the Trinitas network are offered discounted healthcare services at all Trinitas sites. For 2015 – 2020, the National League for Nursing (NLN) has designated Trinitas for a third time as a Center of Excellence in Nursing Education for “Creating a Workplace Environment that Supports the Academic Progression of Nurses.” The NLN also designated the Trinitas School of Nursing as a Center of Excellence, making it the first hospital-based nursing school in the United States to receive this honor.

Trinitas has received multiple CEO Cancer Gold Standard accreditations for its overall promotion of healthy lifestyles to prevent cancer among its employees.

The Renal Services Department at Trinitas holds regional 5-Diamond Patient Safety Program status from Quality Network Insights – a designation held by less than 10% of dialysis centers in New Jersey.

“With the hospital recently named a Castle Connolly Top Hospital for a fourth consecutive year, Trinitas will continue to enhance employee engagement internally as this ultimately translates into higher quality service for our patients,” stated Glenn Nacion, Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer at Trinitas.

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National Nurses Week 2017

Supported by the American Nurses Association, National Nurses Week celebrates nurses and their role in society. The week also helps to raise awareness about nursing as a possible career choice and also to educate the public about the kind of work nurses are involved in.

To coincide with Florence Nightingale's birthday (12th of May), National Nurses Week begins on the 6th of May and finishes on the 12th of May each year. National Student Nurses Week also coincides with National Student Nurses Day which is on the 8th of May each year.

The week celebrates the legacy of Florence Nightingale, a nurse who became famous for treating wounded soldiers during the Crimean war, and for her work in establishing nursing as a profession in its own right. Florence was affectionately known as 'The Lady With The Lamp'; she made a lot of her ward rounds at night whilst carrying a lamp. Florence Nightingale founded a nursing school in 1860, providing the first type of professional nursing establishment in the world.

The American Nurses Association (ANA), sponsors of National Nurses Week, have promoted and supported the nursing profession since 1896.

ANA has designated 2017 as the "Year of the Healthy Nurse." Join us during National Nurses Week, May 6–12, as we explore this year’s theme, “Nursing: the Balance of Mind, Body, and Spirit.” It’s all about celebrating nurses like you who lead the charge for health and wellness.

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AirMed One celebrates fifth anniversary

Hackensack Meridian Health Hackensack University Medical Center proudly marks the fifth anniversary of AirMed One. The helicopter, which offers vital transport services to patients, first took flight on April 7, 2012.

“We are proud that AirMed One has reached this significant milestone,” said Ihor S. Sawczuk, M.D., president of Hackensack University Medical Center. “Along with providing critical care in the air, AirMed One is valued for participation in important service events that help to inform and support our extended community.”

Community events have included: National Night Out, a law enforcement initiative across the U.S. to promote community building; Landing Zone Operations, a continuing education opportunity provided by AirMed One and offered to local EMS, firefighters, law enforcement and other community partners; providing required education for First Aid Badges for Brownies and Girl Scouts and First Merit Badges for Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts; Junior Police Academy presentations to raise awareness of Hackensack University Medical Center resources and support; and Prom Crash events, which involve role playing and DWI reenactments, working with local police and school administrators to emphasize the dangers of drinking and driving.

Looking back on its inaugural mission, highlighting the need for this level of care, AirMed One was initially pressed into service an hour-and-a-half after its official beginning.

“My team members and I are fully committed to this service because when people call 9-1-1 and need transport to our facility, they are in dire need,” said Joseph Solda, RN, BSN,

CFRN, NREMT-P CMTE, AirMed One chief flight nurse.

“People put their trust in us. Our team shares a passion for providing the best care for people in their time of need.”

AirMed One was the first aircraft in New Jersey to utilize the LUCAS® chest compression system, which performs high-quality chest compressions when a patient goes into cardiac arrest. Last year, AirMed One became accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport System (CAMTS) on its first attempt. Licensed in both New Jersey and New York, the entire AirMed One team has been recognized for board certification in flight.

To date, AirMed One has logged 1,264 patient care missions – and climbing.

About Hackensack Meridian Health Hackensack University Medical Center Hackensack Meridian Health Hackensack University Medical Center, a 775-bed nonprofit teaching and research hospital located in Bergen County, NJ, is the largest provider of inpatient and outpatient services in the state. Founded in 1888 as the county’s first hospital, it is a part of the Hackensack Meridian Health family, one of the largest networks in the state comprised of 28,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians. Hackensack University Medical Center was listed as the number one hospital in New Jersey in U.S. News & World Report’s 201617 Best Hospital rankings - maintaining its place atop the NJ rankings since the rating system was introduced. It was also named one of the top four New York Metro Area hospitals.

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Hackensack is one of only five major academic medical centers in the nation to receive Healthgrades America’s 50 Best Hospitals Award for five or more years in a row. Becker’s Hospital Review has listed Hackensack University Medical Center as one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2017. Hackensack University Medical Center is one of the top 25 green hospitals in the country according to Practice Greenhealth, and received 25 Gold Seals of Approval™ by The Joint Commission – more than any other hospital in the country. It was the first hospital in New Jersey and second in the nation to become a Magnet® recognized hospital for nursing excellence; receiving its fifth consecutive designation in 2014. Hackensack University Medical Center has created an entire campus of award-winning care, including: the John Theurer Cancer Center; the Heart & Vascular Hospital; and the Sarkis and Siran Gabrellian Women’s and Children’s Pavilion, which houses the Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital and Donna A. Sanzari Women’s Hospital, which was designed with The Deirdre Imus Environmental Health Center and listed on the Green Guide’s list of Top 10 Green Hospitals in the U.S. Hackensack University Medical Center is the Hometown Hospital of the New York Giants and the New York Red Bulls and is the Official Medical Services Provider to The Northern Trust PGA Golf Tournament. It remains committed to its community through fundraising and community events especially the Tackle Kids Cancer Campaign providing much needed research at the Children’s Cancer Institute housed at the Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital. To learn more, visit www.HackensackMeridian.org.

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Hackensack Meridian Health is pleased to announce that Joseph Simunovich, co-chairman of the Hackensack Meridian Health Board of Trustees, has been honored by the New Jersey Hospital Association (NJHA) with a 2017 NJHA Healthcare Leader Award. Mr. Simunovich was recognized by the NJHA as the Hospital and Healthcare System Trustee of the Year.

“I am pleased and proud to congratulate Joe on this welldeserved recognition,” said Robert C. Garrett, FACHE, co-chief executive officer of Hackensack Meridian Health. “A highly-valued and deeply respected trustee, Joe’s leadership through many years has helped to facilitate groundbreaking evolution in service of our patients and their families.”

Mr. Simunovich also serves in a new role as chairman of the founding Seton Hall-Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine Board of Governors.

The Seton Hall – Hackensack Meridian Health School of Medicine will be transformational for New Jersey. Under his leadership, we are creating a world-class medical school that will advance New Jersey’s medical and health sciences initiatives and help curb the critical physician shortage that the state and the nation currently face.

“Joe is more than a trustee, he is a friend and a member of our family,” added Garrett. “We’ve been fortunate to have him serve as chairman of the Hackensack University Health Network Board of Trustees, HackensackUMC Board of Governors, the HackensackUMC Foundation’s Board of Trustees, and the HackensackUMC at Pascack Valley Joint Venture Board. We’ve experienced a lot of great successes together. Once again, HackensackUMC ranked as the number one hospital in New Jersey – maintaining its place atop the rankings since the rating system was introduced. We’re honored to have Joe as part of our team.”

The award was presented during a ceremony at the NJHA’s 98th annual meeting at the Princeton Hyatt Regency.

New Jersey launches electronic access to end-of-life care records

Form now available via web and mobile devices provides immediate access to care preferences

New Jersey Health Commissioner Cathleen D. Bennett and New Jersey Hospital Association (NJHA) President and CEO Betsy Ryan today launched New Jersey’s new electronic Practitioner Orders for LifeSustaining Treatment (POLST) during a visit to Villa Marie Claire Hospice in Saddle River.

Electronic POLST enables access to an online form—via a secure website and mobile devices—so a patient and physician or advance practice nurse can detail the individual’s goals of care and medical preferences when facing a life-limiting illness.

As part of the electronic POLST initiative, a central repository for POLST is created electronically, enabling access for healthcare professionals—including EMS—across the state. The electronic POLST was designed to easily integrate with patients’ current electronic medical records. It also can be viewed on mobile devices, providing easy access to patients and healthcare providers.

“Creating electronic access to the POLST form will help ensure patients’ wishes are honored,” Commissioner Bennett said. “Through this tool, more healthcare providers will have immediate access to critical information they need to treat the patient according to the patients’ healthcare preference. Patients with smart phones also will be able to share their electronic POLST form with a new physician, specialist or emergency room doctor.”

“Individuals facing a serious illness must be empowered to determine the care they want at the end of life. Sometimes the highest level of medical care – with multiple procedures or long stays in the hospital – may not be what’s right for the patient,” NJHA President & CEO Betsy Ryan said. “Electronic POLST is an important tool that uses mobile technology to literally place that power in the hands of patients, along with their primary care providers. That’s the ultimate goal behind POLST – putting patients first and providing the best care for their unique situation.”

During the visit to Villa Marie Claire Hospice, which is a freestanding hospice facility and part of Holy Name Medical Center, the Commissioner toured the facility and learned the efforts they are undertaking to provide comfort to patients and their families when dealing with a terminal illness.

“Here at Villa Marie Claire, we believe that quality and dignity can be achieved at every stage of life, regardless of an individual's medical diagnosis or physical condition. In fact, studies have shown that well-coordinated, appropriate, supportive care at end of life actually helps patients live better, and often longer,” said Michael Maron, president and CEO of Holy Name Medical Center. “A major part of achieving dignity at the end stages of life is to ensure a patient's wishes are clearly communicated and understood by caregivers and loved ones. The POLST form is one way for patients to direct their end-of-life care choices in a clear and effective manner.”

The POLST form and additional resources are available from the Department at http://www.state. nj.us/health/advancedirective/polst.shtml or NJHA at www.njha.com/POLST.

Epilepsy Program at Community Medical Center earns Reaccreditation as a Level 3 Epilepsy Center

The National Association of Epilepsy Centers (NAEC) has accredited Community Medical Center’s Epilepsy Program at the Jay and Linda Grunin Neuroscience Institute as a Level 3 Epilepsy Center for the second consecutive period.

Level 3 epilepsy centers have the professional expertise and facilities to provide the highest level medical evaluation and treatment for patients with complex epilepsy.

The NAEC developed levels of care for epilepsy for use in evaluating the appropriateness and quality of epilepsy care.

NAEC designation as a specialized epilepsy center means that Community Medical Center not only provides routine care to individuals with seizures or epilepsy, but also specializes in providing comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services to individuals with uncontrolled seizures.

The accurate diagnosis of epilepsy and other seizure disorders often requires performing prolonged outpatient or inpatient video-electroencephalography (videoEEG) monitoring. The Video EEG program at Community Medical Center offers the only video-EEG service in the region for children, adolescents and adults. The program features state-of-the-art computerized digital EEG and video equipment on both the pediatric and adult neuroscience units.

Dr. Amor Mehta, Medical Director and epileptologist, for the Epilepsy Program at the Jay and Linda Grunin Neuroscience Institute at Community Medical Center explains, “Video EEG uses a simultaneous video and EEG recording - a brain wave test to detect abnormalities in the electrical activity of the brain. This is done to document one or more of the patient's typical spells, in order to determine their cause, nature and optimal treatment.”

Dr. Mehta works with a team of physicians, technicians and nurses to evaluate patients, diagnose epilepsy and develop individualized and comprehensive treatment plans.

“Achieving designation as a Level 3 Epilepsy Center is a testament to our Medical Staff, especially the Department of Neurology, who provides exceptional care,” said Michael Mimoso, MHSA, FACHE, President and Chief Executive Officer, Community Medical Center.

“With Dr. Mehta’s leadership and expertise we are able to elevate the level of care available to individuals with epilepsy and other seizure disorders,” he added.

For additional information about the Video-EEG Program at the Jay and Linda Grunin Neuroscience Institute, call 732.557.8116. For a referral to physician on staff at Community Medical Center, please call 1.888.724.7123 or visit www.barnabashealth.org/community.

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Man and machine team up for more precise surgeries at Overlook Medical Center

Overlook Medical Center, part of Atlantic Health System, recently began performing partial knee replacements using Mako, a roboticarm, minimally invasive treatment option that is more precise and less invasive than traditional knee surgery.

Designed to treat adults living with mid-stage osteoarthritis (OA) that has not yet progressed to all three compartments of the knee, the Mako System enables the surgeon to complete a patient-specific pre-surgical plan that details the technique for bone preparation and customized implant positioning using a CT scan of the patient’s own knee.

The first procedure using the Mako System at Overlook Medical Center was performed in early January on a 57 year-old man from Roselle. Jeff Leary, MD, the boardcertified orthopedic surgeon who performed the procedure, said the Mako system made the partial knee replacement far more precise, and he anticipates better patient outcomes.

“Precision is key in planning and performing partial knee surgeries.

For a good outcome you need to align and position the implants just right,” Leary said. “Mako gives us the ability to better plan the patient’s surgery, make more precise cuts in the bone and make a much more accurate fit with an implant.

Using robotics, we are able to restore normal alignment to the arthritic knee with incredible accuracy. With more accurate alignment, the implant is expected to last longer, allowing patients to enjoy a better quality of life and return to their regular activities sooner.”

During the procedure, the system creates a three-dimensional, virtual view of the patient’s bone surface and correlates the image to the pre-programmed surgical plan.

As the surgeon uses the roboticarm, its tactile, auditory and visual feedback limits the bone preparation to the diseased areas and provides for real time adjustments and more optimal implant positioning and placement for each individual patient.

“Like having a robotic assistant, Mako helps the surgeon to adhere strictly to the prepared surgical plan, preventing unwanted deviations that could affect the outcome of the surgery,” Leary noted.

“However, the surgeon retains ultimate control and can still make adjustments as needed.”

Being more precise also allows the surgeon to preserve more of the patient’s own bone and tissue, which would benefit further surgeries if needed.

In addition, Mako Partial Knee Replacement potentially offers the following benefits as compared to traditional knee surgery: • Reduced pain • Minimal hospitalization • More rapid recovery • Less implant wear & loosening • Smaller scar • Better motion and a more natural feeling knee

The opportunity for early intervention is important as OA is the most common form of arthritis and a leading cause of disability worldwide, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.

“Mako gives us the ability to better plan the patient’s surgery, make more precise cuts in the bone and make a much more accurate fit with an implant." Jeff Leary, MD, Overlook Medical Center surgeon

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Overlook Medical Center was recently recognized as one of ‘America’s 100 Best Hospitals’ for clinical excellence, as well as recognized with the 2017 Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence™, both by con-

sumer rankings group Healthgrades.®Atlantic Health System was recently recognized among Fortune’s “100 Best Companies to Work For®,” ranking number 46 in its ninth consecutive year on the prestigious annual list.

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Afternoon of bowling, food, fun to support N.J. families of autism

Calendar of Events

Parents and their children with autism are invited to Bowling for Autism, sponsored by MyGOAL Inc., from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, April 23, at Stelton Lanes in Piscataway, in recognition of April’s Autism Awareness Month. The Children’s Hospital at Saint Peter’s University Hospital is a supporter of MyGoal Inc. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for children under 12. Create a team, raise donations. Register online at www.mygoalautism.org MyGOAL, or My Gateway to Overcoming Autism, is a nonprofit organization that helps families with limited economic resources access therapies, programs and information about autism spectrum disorders.

MyGOAL also sponsors seminars, family support groups and grant programs for families affected by autism. Bowlers, volunteers, sponsors and/or donations are sought for the day of bowling. Please contact info@mygoalautism.org or call 877-886-9462 for more information.

Holy Name Medical Center MS Center hosts Fashion Show

The Holy Name Medical Center Foundation will be hosting its 20th Annual Spring Fashion Fling to benefit the MS Center on Sunday, April 30, 2017 at the Glenpointe Marriott. Ticket Price is $100.00. The afternoon luncheon includes an auction and fashion show, with the most chic styles provided by Lord & Taylor at The Fashion Center. Chris Cimino, WNBC-TV meteorologist, will serve as the Honorary Chairperson and Meredith Vieira, American journalist, talk show and game show host will serve as the Honorary MS Ambassador.

To learn more about: · Becoming a Sponsor · Attending the event · Purchasing an ad in the journal · Making a monetary donation · Supporting the Grand Tier Pre-Sale Raffle and/or the Super 50/50 Cash Raffle, or · Donating a prize for the auction

Contact the Holy Name Medical Center Foundation at 201-833-3000 ext. 3899, email futterman@holyname.org, or visit www.holyname.org/springfling.

All proceeds directly benefit programs and research at the Holy Name MS Center.

Spring into Health and join a wellness/weight loss/walking challenge

Residents from towns/cities in Bergen County are invited to join the Fourth Annual Wellness Challenge which will kick start the Spring season. The Challenge is sponsored by the Community Health Improvement Partnership’s Nutrition and Physical Activity Task Force and local health officers. The Challenges align with the Mayors Wellness Campaigns and offer free and reduced-cost fitness and wellness education opportunities. The Challenge varies from town to town with some offering weekly weigh-ins and others offering walking programs. The programs are supported through partnerships of some local health departments, The Valley Hospital, Holy Name Medical Center, HNH Fitness, town councils, fitness centers, supermarkets, YMCAs, community organizations and other local businesses and will run for 8-12 weeks. This campaign supports positive changes in diet, exercise, and overall health. For general information contact Marla Klein at mklein@co.bergen.nj.us

AtlantiCare announces May community events, educational opportunities AtlantiCare will hold and/or host the following community events/educational opportunities in May. Where registration fees apply they are noted. Registration is required for most events. To register for an event or to find additional events, visit www.atlanticare.org and click on “Events & Classes.” For more information, or to find an AtlantiCare provider, call the AtlantiCare Access Center at 1-888-569-1000, visit www.atlanticare.org/ or find AtlantiCare on Facebook at www.facebook.com/atlanticare.

5/1/17-6/12/17 Six Week Childbirth Class Hackberry Building AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center Mainland Campus Pomona 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Registration fee: $100

5/2/17 Bariatric Health & Wellness Support Group AtlantiCare LifeCenter AtlantiCare Health Park Egg Harbor Township 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

5/3/17 Stroke & Aneurysm Support Group Harmony Tower AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center City Campus Atlantic City 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.

5/3/17 Brain Tumor Support Group Harmony Tower AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center City Campus Atlantic City 5 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.

5/9/17 Adult Diabetes Community Support Group William L. Gormley AtlantiCare HealthPlex Atlantic City 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.

5/10/17 Ostomy Support Group Joseph Stella, MD Conference Room The AtlantiCare Cancer Care Institute, a Fox Chase Cancer Center Partner AtlantiCare Health Park Egg Harbor Township 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.

5/11/17 Life Planning Seminar: Securing a Healthy Financial Future for You & Your Family AtlantiCare LifeCenter AtlantiCare Health Park Egg Harbor Township 8:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.

To register, call 609-407-2393 or online www.atlanticare.org/lifeplanningseminar 5/12/17 Get Naked: Skin Screening and Educational Lecture AtlantiCare Cancer Care Institute, a Fox Chase Cancer Center Partner AtlantiCare Health Park Egg Harbor Township 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.

5/17/17 Conversations Matter: Advance Care Planning Group Class AtlantiCare LifeCenter AtlantiCare Health Park Egg Harbor Township 5 p.m. – 6 p.m.

5/23/17 Senior University “Gardening for Good Nutrition,” learn simple gardening tips and ideas for growing nutrient rich crops.

AtlantiCare LifeCenter AtlantiCare Health Park Egg Harbor Township 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

5/30/17 Tobacco Cessation Class AtlantiCare LifeCenter AtlantiCare Health Park Egg Harbor Township 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.

5/31/17 Weight Loss Surgery Seminar Suite 104, 219 North White Horse Pike AtlantiCare Health Park Hammonton 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

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Calendar of Events “It’s All About The Kids”: Children’s Health Issues Workshops Sponsored by St. Joseph’s Healthcare System and William Paterson University

St. Joseph’s Healthcare System, in partnership with the Center for Continuing and Professional Education at William Paterson University, invites you to attend the below Spring 2017 “It’s All About the Kids” Children’s Health Issues Workshops – designed for teachers, school nurses, guidance counselors and other educational professionals. Workshops will be presented by St. Joseph’s Healthcare System professionals and/or education experts, from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at William Paterson University, 1600 Valley Road, Wayne, New Jersey.

Tuesday, April 25th – Children and Diabetes (Workshop #277) According to the American Diabetes Association, children with type 2 diabetes are at increased risk for high blood pressure and kidney disease and their disease appears to progress more rapidly. Ms. Magnani will discuss strategies for managing diabetes in school-age children, including maintaining blood sugar targets. She will describe the social and psychological challenges experienced by children with diabetes and provide ways that parents and school staff can help the child. Finally, she will review the devices used to treat diabetes and provide a range of resources for school staff and families.

Tuesday, May 2nd – Children and Gender Identity (Workshop #293) Dr. Blaustein will review the stages of gender identity and outline the biological, psychosocial and environmental factors that increase a child’s risk for the development of gender dysphoria--- youngsters whose “experienced gender identity” is different from their biological sex. She will explore the ethical and practical challenges of including youngsters with gender dysphoria in school, sports and other activities and offer strategies for supporting the youngster, family and school staff.

There is a $20 registration fee for each individual workshop; however, if you register for all 5 workshops in the Children’s Health Issues Series, the fee is $65. When registering for all 5, please use Workshop Number #E336. Professional development contact hours and a certificate will be awarded to all attendees.

The Children's Health Issues workshops will be held at William Paterson University's 1600 Valley Road location. You must register on-line in advance for the sessions you wish to attend. For registration assistance, please call Jessica Snell 973-720-3709 or visit us at http://www.wpunj.edu/cpe

Free cardiac and concussion screenings offered for children five years and older Because not all injuries occur on an athletic field

The Matthew J. Morahan III Health Assessment Center for Athletes will provide free cardiac and concussion screenings to children ages five and older on Saturday, April 22 from 8 am to noon at Community Medical Center in Toms River. The age has been lowered from prior screening events since not all injuries happen on an athletic field.

Free concussion screenings are for children 5 to 18 years old and cardiac screenings are offered for children 6 to 18 years of age. Pre-registration is required as space is limited. To register for the screening and to schedule an appointment time, please email teamlink@rwjbh.org.

When preliminary testing to identify serious cardiac problems is provided to young athletes, sudden cardiac arrest and tragic deaths may be avoided. Ninety percent of sudden cardiac deaths in young athletes occur during or after athletic activities and hidden heart conditions are often the cause. This cardiac screening will help to identify children, age six to 18 years of age, who may require further testing or intervention.

The concussion baseline screening is for children, ages five to 18 years old. Having a concussion baseline study (ImPACT) can help identify issues in the future. Children five to 11 will be tested on an iPad, which is much more game-like and makes the testing fun. If a child is believed to have suffered a head injury, this screening test may be used to evaluate the severity of the head injury and determine when it is safe to return to normal activities.

The screenings are being offered at Community Medical Center in collaboration with the Matthew J. Morahan III Health Assessment Center for Athletes, both part of RWJBarnabas Health. The Morahan Center provides education, evaluation and assessment of sports injury and sports-related cardiac and concussion screenings.

Screenings are free of charge and a parent or guardian is asked to be present.

St. Joseph’s Healthcare System joins campaign to register organ, eye, and tissue donors!

Recently, St. Joseph’s HealthCare System joined other area hospitals in the Let Life Bloom campaign, which challenges hospitals to educate employees, patients, visitors, and the community about the crucial need for organ, eye, and tissue donation. We encourage individuals to register as donors and provide them with opportunities to sign up. The campaign, which has helped to register nearly 400,000 people to state registries, aims to add more donor designations by May 2017.

Every day new people are added to the national organ transplant waiting list that is now about 120,000 people whose lives depend on an organ transplant. This week more than 150 of them will die because not enough organs are available.

In recognition of our 150th Anniversary, we set a goal to register 150 new organ donors to the state registry to contribute to the national goal and to earn national recognition from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for conducting activities that promote enrollment in state organ donor registries.

We are seeking your involvement and support. Please take a few minutes today to add your name to our state’s donor registry. Someday you may save a life. Visit www.RegisterMe.org/SJHS today to get involved!

Spiritual Care Educational Forum for Health Care Professionals to Be Held May 10 in New York

“Spiritual Care: What It Means, Why It Matters & Your Role on the Interdisciplinary Team” will be explored at an educational forum for health care professionals on May 10 in New York.

Presented by HealthCare Chaplaincy Network (HCCN) and the Spiritual Care Association (SCA), the forum will feature an interdisciplinary panel and specific sessions for physicians, nurses, social workers, and chaplains.

It will take place at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Rockefeller Research Laboratories, 430 E. 67th St., New York, from 7:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. for nurses, social workers, chaplains and others. Physicians can attend a physicians’-only session from 7:30 a.m. to 8:45 a.m., or participate in the entire program.

The cost is $150, including breakfast. For more information and to register, visit http://bit.ly/2mIcsnt.

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