On Sunday, October 3rd, nearly 700 South Jersey women and their families and friends gathered to honor breast and gynecological cancer survivors and recognize those who were lost to these difficult diseases. The event also honored two physicians who treat local cancer patients at the Cooper Cancer Institute: breast surgeon Kristin L. Brill, MD, and gynecologic oncologist Thomas F. Rocereto, MD.

Amudha Palaniappan, MD, and Lori B. Feldman-Winter, MD, presented new research at the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) National Conference & Exhibition in San Francisco. The study, which was conducted at Cooper, found that African-American women are less likely to initiate and continue breast-feeding than women of other races.

Dr. Tedeschi is founder, Chief Executive Officer, and Chairman of the Board of Continuum Health Alliance, LLC, a regional healthcare management corporation, and Advocare, LLC, one of the largest, independent private physician groups serving New Jersey and the greater Philadelphia region.

The October issue of SJ Magazine features an article explaining how South Jersey’s healthcare systems are continuing to partner to better serve the public and contain costs for patients. George J. Weinroth, Chief Operating Officer of Cooper University Physicians, believes making relationships between larger healthcare systems and individual specialists is extremely important.

This week, the Courier-Post published an article about breast cancer focusing on what happens after a patient is diagnosed. Patients and their families are encouraged to educate themselves about the best treatment options available and where they can receive treatment.

Annette C. Reboli, MD, Head of the Division of Infectious Diseases at Cooper University Hospital, has been named Vice Founding Dean of Cooper Medical School of Rowan University.

This week, the Philadelphia Business Journal published an article about Cooper’s Patient Liaisons, a position created several months ago to enhance patient satisfaction and promote the Planetree philosophy of patient-family centered care.

The Philadelphia Inquirer recently published an article about hospital paramedics who are using the cooling process of icing cardiac-arrest patients in the ambulance, even before they get to the ER, to prevent neurological damage.

After week one, many concerned fans questioned the Eagle’s decision to put two of their players back in the game after they suffered severe head injuries by hard tackles made on the field. After being taken out of the game for good, the players were diagnosed with concussions.

Support Cooper Cancer’s Institute’s fight against breast and gynecological cancers by taking part in this fun event while supporting local merchants and chefs! Participating restaurants and shops in Collingswood, NJ have generously agreed to donate a portion of their sales to Cooper Cancer Institute as part of our Pink Roses Teal Magnolias fundraising event.