Have you been unsuccessful at keeping the weight off? Weight loss surgery may be the right choice for you. But how do you know if you qualify and which procedure is your best option? Join bariatric surgeons at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset for free seminars to learn about your weight lost surgery options, […]
In collaboration with RWJ Barnabas Health Institute for Prevention and Recovery, Nicotine and Tobacco Recovery Program and RWJ University Hospital Somerset, join us for the Great American Smoke Out to learn strategies for stopping tobacco use, including vaping, and how to access FREE quit services through our quit center. You will also have the opportunity […]
During this webinar, understand the health disparities of the Hispanic community, how their needs differ from others, barriers to care and services this new medical program provides. Sejal Dave Sharma, director of business development To register, visit: https://www.rwjbh.org/events/event/?event=24582 Offered in collaboration with Friends Health Connection.
Understand sickle cell disease, the various types, risk factors, causes, signs & symptoms, the difference between sickle cell anemia and sickle cell disease, diagnostic tools and the latest treatments, including the importance of medication management. Learn about programs for sickle cell patients and hear one patient’s story on how she overcame limitations to live a […]
Understand the body mass index (BMI), the impact of weight on joint health, the various causes of joint deterioration, the benefits of weight loss, strategies to loss weight and strengthen joints such as physical therapy, diagnosis and treatment options including bariatic and joint replacement surgery. Marcella O’Herlihy, RN, BSN, total joint coordinator Sandra Calado, MSN, […]
In honor of the second day of Diwali – when celebrants welcome happiness and remove evil spirits – join us for virtual yoga. Take time to reflect and recharge with chair yoga, gentle poses and breath control techniques that aim to help mental health and focus. We’ll also discuss mental resilience. REGISTER
During Diwali, celebrants partake in family feasts where sweets, dry jar snacks and gifts are shared. In this virtual class, Chef Neelma Patel will be exploring two of these snacks - with a healthy twist and a focus on dates. Participants will be provided a copy of the recipe. The cooking demonstration will be followed by […]
The fall often prompts an increase in flu, COVID and pneumonia. Discover strategies to good respiratory health, various lung conditions including cancer, causes of lung cancer, risk factors, diagnostic tools and the latest treatments, including video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) and robotic-assisted thoracic surgery (RATS). Lee Gerson, MD, thoracic surgeon Alpeshkumar Bavishi, MD, pulmonologist To […]