MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper has received a three-year approval to establish a new Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship Program by the Society of Surgical Oncology, one of fewer than 50 programs in the nation.

“Receiving approval from the Society of Surgical Oncology for this new fellowship affirms the quality of the curriculum and the faculty at MD Anderson at Cooper,” said Kristin L.… Read more.

Cooper University Health Care is one of only 24 sites in the United States currently treating patients with central sleep apnea (CSA) with a new implantable device to stimulate breathing. The remedē^® System, developed by medical technology company Respicardia, Inc.,… Read more.

As South Jersey’s only Level 1 Trauma Center, Cooper University Health Care’s helipad receives a significant amount of flight traffic. As a result of its age and heavy traffic, the helipad needs to be replaced. Construction to replace Cooper’s helipad is underway and will last through mid-December 2018.… Read more.

By Michael Sabia, MD
Division Head, Pain Management
Cooper University Health Care

Whether you work full- or part-time, are a student, a busy mom or dad juggling family obligations, or all of the above, one thing you may all have in common is finding time to exercise during the week.… Read more.

Please join us in honoring Cooper’s many dedicated medical assistants as we celebrate Medical Assistants Recognition Week (MARWeek) from October 15–19, 2018.

Every day, medical assistants at Cooper play an important and versatile role in carrying out clinical duties to ensure that patients receive the highest level of care.… Read more.

“Educate Before You Medicate: Knowledge Is the Best Medicine. Talk With Your Pharmacist”

National Hospital and Health-System Pharmacy Week is October 21 – October 27, 2018
Please join us in acknowledging and thanking the dedicated pharmacists and pharmacy technicians for their invaluable contributions to patient care and their achievement in ensuring safe and effective medication use.… Read more.

Falls are the leading cause of injury and death in older Americans. As you age physical changes, health conditions, and medications can make falls more likely. Don’t become a victim of a dangerous fall; join us and learn what it takes to stay safe and fall-free.… Read more.

Cooper’s Infection Prevention team recently volunteered their services at Cathedral Kitchen in Camden.

Shahrzad Darvish, MSN, RN, CIC, Administrative Director of Cooper’s Infection Prevention Department, states, “It was lots of fun and everyone felt good. The volunteer in charge was impressed to see a department from Cooper helping out; they wanted to know what we do and who we are.… Read more.

Departments and Medical Offices that achieved participation of 75 percent or greater on the Culture of Safety Survey were entered for a chance to win a free lunch for their department or office.

Here are the winners:
Hospital survey: Department of Laboratory Physicians
Medical office survey: Mammography – Kings Highway

Congratulations again and thanks to everyone that participated in the survey.… Read more.

Cooper University Health Care recently recognized Nicholas Knights, RN, with the DAISY Award for providing exceptional nursing care. Knights works as a nurse in Cooper’s Roberts Pavilion 9 and was nominated by his nursing manager for going above and beyond to provide care and support to a terminally ill patient and her family.… Read more.