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, […]
Anyone who is considering bariatric surgery as well as post-surgical patients are welcome to attend. The group will discuss topics such as healthy meal ideas; mindful eating; emotional eating; the importance of exercise; surviving the holidays; smart shopping and how to eat healthy while dining out. Tia Hagins, RD, community nutritionist Tuesdays: October 12, November […]
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 […]
Promotes the management of COPD and other chronic lung disease (i.e. asthma, pulmonary fibrosis or lung cancer), offers a sense of belonging and hope and aims to improve quality of life. To register, visit https://www.rwjbh.org/events/event/?event=24573
Diabetes Management Update Leon Shulman, MD, Endocrinologist and Diabetes Center Medical Director To register, call 908-685-2846
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.
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 […]
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, […]