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To register for an upcoming event please visit www.mountainsidehosp.com
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Blood Pressure Screenings
Make sure you're at or below 120/80-the national guideline for blood pressure.
Receive counseling and educational materials at these
free events. No registration is required.
Third Thursday of each month
10am to Noon
Brookdale Shop Rite, Broad Street, Bloomfield.
First Wednesday of each month 9am to 11:30am West Caldwell Shop Rite, 540 Passaic Avenue, West Caldwell. |
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Bone Density Screenings
An ultrasound of the forearm identifies women and men at risk for osteoporosis.
Fee: $10.00/person and $8.00 for those 55 and older.
Registration is required.
10am to Noon
Bloomfield Health Department, 1 Municipal Plaza, Bloomfield.
To register, please call 973-680-4058.
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Weight Loss Surgery: The Facts
Learn more about the benefits of weight loss surgery and find out how this proven procedure can improve your health and lifestyle. Presented By Karl W. Strom, MD, Bariatric Surgeon & Director.
December 14
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Lyndhurst Public Library, 355 Valley Brook Avenue, Lyndhurst
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Tour of Mountainside's Birthing Center
When that special moment finally arrives, you will feel comfortable knowing your baby will be born in a hospital where the primary concern is your health, comfort and safety. All your questions and concerns will be answered during this tour.
December 14
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Mountainside Hospital
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| Mountainside Hospital CEO Meets with Local Midwives | |
Mountainside Hospital's President and CEO John Fromhold hosted a luncheon for local certified nurse midwives, doulas, and other birthing professionals on Tuesday, December 7.
Each month, Mr. Fromhold hosts a small meeting of community representatives to learn about community needs and concerns, and to share exciting new developments about the hospital.
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The Mountainside Hospital Labor and Delivery Department is rapidly growing, with a 46% increase in the number of births last year. Because of this tremendous growth, Mr. Fromhold devoted this month's meeting to guests who serve expectant mothers and their families.
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Director of Obstetrical Services
Diana Durham leads guests through a tour of Mountainside's Labor and Delivery Unit. |
Special emphasis was placed on Mountainside Hospital's expanding capabilities including new perinatology and neonatal programs.
Concluding the event, the guests were taken on a special tour of Mountainside Hospital's facilities,
led by Diana Durham, Director of Mountainside's Obstetrical Services.
About Mountainside Hospital Obstetrical Services
Mountainside Hospital offers flexible, family- centered birthing options. Mobile telemetry is available, providing expectant mothers with the freedom to walk around, shower and remain active.
Both midwife births and physician-assisted births are supported at Mountainside Hospital. A state-of-the-art maternal-fetal health unit is available as well as a Perinatologist who specializes in the care of women with complicated or "at-risk" pregnancies. A Special Care Nursery is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by Neonatologists who are specially trained in providing care to newborns. An array of pre-natal, post-partum and infant care courses and support groups are offered.
Among area hospitals, Mountainside Hospital has the highest percentage of infants breastfeeding at discharge.
The Mountainside Hospital Birthing Center hosts a free monthly tour and open house. To register or obtain further information, visit www.mountainsidehosp.com/OBtours. |
| Ask Dr. Langer... | |
"How do I know when to seek emergency care?"
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Dr. Marjory Langer, Director of the Mountainside Hospital Emergency Department |
Most people are attuned to their bodies and know when pain and other symptoms reach a level that requires immediate intervention.
Any time you feel that you have an emergency and need to be seen by a doctor immediately, you should come to the Emergency Room. More specifically, it is very important to come as soon as you sense signs of a heart attack or have symptoms of a stroke. Crushing chest pain, shortness of breath, non-muscular pain between your shoulder blades, sudden weakness or confusion, trouble speaking, or unusual sweating all are indicators that medical attention may be necessary. In addition, high fevers in the elderly and in infants can be emergencies worthy of a quick trip to the E.R.
While there's no easy formula for when to seek emergency care, it's best to err on the side of caution when in doubt and come to the Emergency Room. And if you're not up to driving, I urge patients to call 911 and take advantage of EMS ambulance services which will get you here quickly and safely where our expert staff can take over.
Be Prepared
When an emergency arises, you may be unable to clearly communicate vital information. Complete these steps in advance:
- Make a list of all medications you take regularly including over-the-counter drugs and herbal supplements.
- Keep your health insurance card or provider information handy.
- Have contact information for your primary care physician (and specialist if you have a serious condition) easily accessible.
- Carry "in case of emergency" contact information.
- Wear a medic alert ID if you have allergies or conditions that impact your care.
Dr. Marjory Langer is a board-certified emergency medicine physician and Medical Director of the Mountainside Hospital Emergency Department. She is also a local resident, wife and mother. |
| Mountainside's Weight Loss Surgery Program Celebrates the Holidays | |
The Mountainside Hospital Center for Advanced Bariatric Surgery celebrated the holiday season with nearly seventy patients at their holiday party this week. The night featured a raffle where prizes including a digital camera, Sony CD player and radio, Amazon.com gift cards, movie gift certificates and "Bariatric Advantage" survival kits for gastric band and gastric bypass were given away.
 Dr. Karl Strom, Medical Director of the Center for Advanced Bariatric Surgery, and his team welcomed patients and their families to the night's event. Patients spanning the Bariatric Program's entire history were present, from Dr. Strom's very first patient to the very newest.
"Weight loss surgery is truly a life-saving process for obese people who are experiencing, or are at-risk for, serious complications," said Dr. Karl Strom, Medical Director. "The lap band and gastric bypass procedures that we perform are a crucial component in a larger process. We follow-up by providing our patients with practical and emotional support to help them make the lifestyle and nutritional changes that are necessary to achieve and maintain a healthier weight" Dr. Strom continued. "It is wonderful to be able to celebrate the holidays with such inspirational individuals."
 About the Mountainside Hospital Center for Advanced Bariatric Surgery
The Mountainside Center for Advanced Bariatric Surgery is a recognized Center of Excellence. Highly experienced in successful weight loss strategies and surgery, Mountainside offers a range of less-invasive laparoscopic procedures, including gastric bypass and gastric banding.
The Mountainside bariatric surgery team includes cardiologists, gastroenterologists, pulmonologists, endocrinologists, surgeons, dietitians and behavioral health experts, all working together to develop a personalized care plan for every patient. This care plan includes extensive education and evaluation before surgery, and the lifetime follow-up care and education crucial to keeping the weight off and staying healthy.
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Look Good...Feel Better: A free program for all women undergoing cancer treatment | |
 "Cancer can rob a woman of her energy, appetite, and strength. But it doesn't have to take away her self-confidence."
This free program teaches beauty techniques to women who are actively undergoing cancer treatment, to help them combat the appearance-related side effects of radiation and chemotherapy. Participants will receive complimentary make up kits, donated by the cosmetic industry.
Monday, December 13
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Cancer Center Conference Room
Harries Pavilion, Mountainside Hospital
1 Bay Avenue, Montclair, NJ 07042
To register for this event, please call 973-429-6098 or the American Cancer Society at 1-800-227-2345.
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