Newsmakers Archives - Page 49 of 62

“Sister Will You Help Me” Cancer Support Group Celebrates 10 Years

October 5, 2011 Leave a Comment

Cooper Cancer Institute’s (CCI) Sister Will You Help Me support group celebrated its tenth anniversary with a dinner dance at Lucien’s Manor, in Berlin, N.J., on September 16, 2011. More than 350 people attended the event to celebrate survivorship; remember those who have passed; and recognize the family, friends, and caregivers who have helped the women through their journey.

Sister Will You Help Me is a support group for women of color and faith, with chapters based in Camden and Willingboro. Read more.

Dr. Imaizumi Named Medical Director of Care Coordinatior

October 4, 2011 Leave a Comment

Sonia O. Imaizumi, MD, Associate Director of Neonatal Services, Department of Pediatrics, has been appointed Medical Director of Care Coordination. Dr. Imaizumi previously had served as Interim Director of Care Coordination, and as a physician advisor for the Care Coordination Department.

Breast Cancer Survivor and Cooper Cancer Genetics Participant on 6abc

September 28, 2011 Leave a Comment

Cooper patient Michelle Stiles, of Vineland, New Jersey, was diagnosed with stage 1 triple negative breast cancer 6 years ago. She was just 38 years old and had only gone for a mammogram after her younger sister was diagnosed with the disease.

Early Test is the Law

September 26, 2011 Leave a Comment

This week, the Courier-Post published an article about New Jersey being the first state in the country to require that babies receive a pulse oximeter test to detect congenital heart defects within 24-hours after birth.

Women at Risk for Cardiovascular Disease

September 26, 2011 Leave a Comment

This week’s “Cooper Connection” in the Courier-Post featured an article written by Joanne K. Mazzarelli, MD, a Cardiologist at Cooper, about the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease in women and how to reduce your risk of heart disease.

Concussion Specialist Dr. David Gealt on CBS 3 Discussing Michael Vick’s Injury

September 20, 2011 Leave a Comment

Cooper University Hospital's Sports Medicine physician and certified concussion specialist, Dr. David Gealt on CBS 3 discussing Mike Vick and the tests he'll have to pass before he's permitted to play again.

Ovarian Cancer Signs- The Whispering Killer

September 14, 2011 Leave a Comment

This week, Fox 29 featured a story about Meredith P. Crisp, MD, Gynecologic Oncologist at Cooper, and patient Sandee Vogelson, a Ovarian Cancer survivor raise awareness about Ovarian Cancer. In addition to being our patient, Mrs. Vogelson is also one of the Co-chairs of our Pink Roses Teal Magnolia's event!

Legislation Paves Way for Accountable Care Organizations in N.J.

September 12, 2011 Leave a Comment

Health care providers in Camden, Trenton and Newark are expected to launch Medicaid accountable care organizations, or ACOs, early in 2012. Following the adoption of legislation that paves the way for these urban health care pilot programs, these ACO organizations will share in the Medicaid cost savings expected to result from innovative health care delivery models.

Cooper’s Clinical Decision Unit Improves Patient Flow

September 12, 2011 Leave a Comment

This week, the Gloucester County Times published an article about Cooper’s Clinical Decision Unit, which opened in early June, and how it has improved the flow of patient care in the Emergency Department.

Post Hurricane Health Safety

September 10, 2011 Leave a Comment

Last week, Michael E. Chansky, MD, Chief, Department of Emergency Medicine, was featured on a segment for CBS3’s “Health Watch” discussing safety issues related to Hurricane Irene, including contaminated flood water, food spoiling, and generator dangers.