Podcasts about Hackensack University Medical Center

Guest: Mutahar Ahmed, MD Optimizing urinary diversion and continence techniques is essential for improving patient outcomes and quality of life following surgery. Join Dr. Mutahar Ahmed as he provides expert guidance on improving success in conduits and neobladders in the operating room and beyond. Dr. Ahmed is the Director of the Center for Bladder Cancer at Hackensack University Medical Center as well as a Professor of Urology and the Director of the Minimal Invasive Robotic Oncology and Urology Fellowship Program at Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine. He also presented on this topic at the 2025 American Urological Association Annual Meeting.

In today's episode of Plugged In, host Chuck Hanna speaks with Kyle Tafuri, Vice President of Sustainability at Hackensack Meridian Health, about the organization's ambitious sustainability initiatives. Kyle shares perspectives on balancing long-term environmental goals with the immediate challenges of operating a healthcare system, emphasizing the importance of strategic partnerships, incremental progress, and innovative solutions like offsite solar, carbon capture, and geothermal energy. He also discusses Hackensack Meridian Health's proactive approach to supply chain sustainability, energy efficiency, and patient-centered environmental strategies.   You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... The challenges of incorporating sustainability into healthcare operations (02:04) Implementing key energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives (06:24) How Hackensack measures its sustainability success (09:50) Balancing long-term sustainability goals with practical progress (14:50) How Hackensack is expanding sustainability efforts (18:39) For detailed show notes, click here. Connect with Kyle Tafuri  On LinkedIn Kyle Tafuri, Vice President of Sustainability at Hackensack Meridian Health, is not just a leader in healthcare sustainability – he's a visionary. For over a decade, Kyle has been instrumental in weaving sustainability into the very fabric of Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH), transforming the health system into an industry leader in environmental responsibility. Under Kyle's leadership, HMH and its hospitals were the first in the country to receive the Joint Commission Sustainability Certification. The flagship hospital, Hackensack University Medical Center, has been recognized as one of the top 25 green hospitals by Practice Greenhealth for nine consecutive years. All of HMH's hospitals are in the process of implementing 30 MW of on-site solar and battery storage, which is the most of any health system in the U.S. His dedication to green building, sustainable food practices, waste reduction, and responsible purchasing has set a new standard for healthcare institutions nationwide. Connect with Constellation Follow Constellation on LinkedIn  Follow Chuck Hanna on LinkedIn Learn more about Constellation sustainability solutions Connect with Smart Energy Decisions Smart Energy Decisions Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to Smart Energy Voices on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Android, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn Radio, aCast, PlayerFM, iHeart Radio If you're interested in participating in the next Smart Energy Decisions Event, visit smartenergydecisions.com or email our Community Development team at attend@smartenergydecisions.com

Claire L. Carter, Ph.D., is an Assistant Member of the Center for Discovery and Innovation; Assistant Professor of Pathology at Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine; and Co-Director of the Mass Spectrometry and Analytical Pharmacology Shared Resource at the NCI-designated Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center.Dr. Carter completed her Ph.D. in Chemistry at the University of Birmingham, UK, under the supervision of Professor Josephine Bunch. She then moved to the US for a postdoctoral appointment at the University of Maryland Baltimore, where she worked on normal tissue radiation injury. At the Hackensack Meridian Center for Discovery and Innovation, Dr. Carter has built a translational pediatric neuro-oncology research program in partnership with Dr. Derek Hanson, Director of Pediatric Neuro-oncology, Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital, Hackensack University Medical Center.Dr. Carter possesses a rare translational background that combines expertise in bioanalytical chemistry, clinical histopathology and biomedical science. Her group are using next generation imaging techniques to develop a deep understanding of the biological and transitional states of tumor cells as shaped by their spatiotemporal location within patient tumors and preclinical models. Their focus is on targeting lipid signaling and metabolism for less toxic and more efficacious treatments in highly aggressive pediatric brain tumors. In addition to using mass spectrometry imaging for intratumoral pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic (PK/PD) studies to identify more efficacious treatment regimens that can be rapidly translated into clinic gain.You can also get involved with the Gold Ribbon Kids Cancer Foundation or the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation through fundraising, volunteering, promoting awareness, or contributing to pediatric cancer research. Visit goldribbon-kids.org or nationalpcf.org for more informationTo contact Tiffany, please email info@goldribbon-kids.orgTo contact Kelly, please email kgoddard@nationalpcf.orgSupport the show

Today we're covering a topic that's notoriously painful: kidney stones. These little crystals can cause big problems, but thankfully, we have expert guidance to help us navigate the murky waters of kidney stone prevention and treatment. Joining us today is board certified Nephrologist of Hackensack University Medical Center and Palisades Medical Center, Dr. Nikhita Gadi, who's here to answer all our burning questions. So, whether you're currently nursing a kidney stone or just want to stay informed, grab a glass of water and get ready to learn.

In today's episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Andre Goy, MD, about key updates from the 2024 ASH Annual Meeting. Dr Goy is physician in chief of Hackensack Meridian Health Oncology Care Transformation Services, as well as the chairman, chief physician officer, and chief of the Lymphoma Division at the John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack University Medical Center in New Jersey. In our exclusive interview, Dr Goy discussed top hematologic oncology research conducted by his colleagues at the John Theurer Cancer Center and his predictions for the future of the field in 2025 and beyond.

Eating disorders are not just about food; they're about control, fear, and deep-seated emotional pain. As parents, it's our instinct to protect and nurture, but recognizing the signs of an eating disorder can be incredibly challenging. According to a recent study, girls as young as 6 years old begin to worry about their weight, and by age 14, 60-70% are actively trying to lose weight. In this episode, we are joined by adolescent medicine experts who specialize in pediatric eating disorders: Jennifer Northridge, M.D., who leads the adolescent medicine program at the Joseph M Sanzari Children's Hospital at Hackensack University Medical Center, and Noor Al-Husayni, M.D., an attending physician in the program. We discuss the reasons behind the rising rates of eating disorders, how to identify early warning signs and effective treatment strategies.

In this "best-of" edition of the Healthcare Experience Matters Podcast, we are honored to present an episode that was released almost exactly one year ago to the day. Please enjoy this replay of one of our most popular episodes ever, featuring Ramonita Jiménez, DNP, MPA, RN, NEA-BC, Chief Nursing Officer at Hackensack University Medical Center, who joins us for this incredibly memorable discussion on retaining nurses.  Dr. Jiménez discusses the many ways medical institutions of all scopes and sizes can effectively address nurse retention challenges. Learn More: https://healthcareexperience.org/nurse-retention 

Ramonita Jiménez, DNP, MPA, RN, NEA-BC, Chief Nursing Officer with Hackensack University Medical Center is our guest on the Healthcare Experience Matters Podcast this week for timely conversation on leadership empowerment. Conducting today's interview as our special guest host is Kathleen Lynam, RN, MPA, an Executive Coach and Senior Advisor with the Healthcare Experience Foundation (HXF). Learn more: https://healthcareexperience.org/leadership-empowerment 

NotesIt is estimated that approximately one in every three children will receive treatment for an ear infection before they turn three years old. Ear infections are the most common reason young children visit their doctor. And, about one in every fifteen children will have ear tubes inserted by the age of three.In this episode, we are joined by Michael Chee, M.D., pediatric otolaryngologist at Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital at Hackensack University Medical Center., to shed some light on ear infections, eardrum ruptures, and when ear tubes are the best solution.

Unintentional injuries and accidents are the third leading cause of death in the U.S., according to the CDC.Joined by trauma surgeon Ibrahim Abd El-Shafy, M.D. and trauma nurse Mackenzie Murphy, both from Hackensack University Medical Center, we look at the most common causes of injury and how we can take proactive steps to keep ourselves and our loved ones safe. From falls, poisoning, and drowning to motor vehicle crashes, we cover it all and provide practical strategies for avoiding trips to the emergency room.

YouTube Video Episode Available! Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute YouTube Channel On this episode of The Sonography Lounge hosts Lori and Trisha sit down with Dr. Charlotte Derr & Dr. Allyson Hansen to discuss the GUARD Protocol (Gastric Ultrasound for Aspiration Risk Determination). With the increased use of GLP-1 Agonists (Semaglutide, with brand names such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Rybelsus, Etc) for both diabetes and weight loss, there has been an increased number of aspirations in patients undergoing procedures. One of the effects of GLP-1 agonists is delayed gastric emptying which keeps patients feeling "full" thus reducing the desire to eat and overall caloric intake and blood sugar variations. Typically 6-8 hours not eating is enough time for a patient about to undergo an elective procedure to digest and empty their stomachs thus reducing the risk of aspiration while under anesthesia. With patients on GLP-1 agonists, we are seeing gastric contents remaining for several days after the last meal which can increase the risk of aspiration.  Dr. Derr and Dr. Hansen, discuss how they are using ultrasound and the GUARD protocol to determine the volume of food in a patient's stomach before elective and emergency procedures. This quick and simple bedside technique can drastically alter a provider's pre-procedure course of action.  CHARLOTTE DERR, MD, RDMS, FPD-AEMUS, FACEP Dr. Derr is the Professor of Emergency Medicine and the Fellowship Director of the Advanced Emergency Medicine Ultrasound Fellowship Program at the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine in Tampa, FL and serves as the Co-Medical Director at Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute. She is a fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians and is a registered diagnostic medical sonographer. She has also obtained the Focused Practice Designation in Advanced Emergency Medicine US from the ABEM. She has authored and co-authored numerous articles, book chapters, and other publications on ultrasound and lectures throughout the US and internationally on diagnostic ultrasound.    ALLYSON HANSEN, DO Dr. Allyson Hansen is the Ultrasound Director at the University of South Florida Emergency Medicine program. She received her education at the University of South Florida and Campbell University. Dr. Hansen completed her Hackensack University Medical Center residency and Emergency Ultrasound Fellowship at Tampa General Hospital. She is passionate about teaching and is an instructor at Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute. Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute: GUARD Protocol Blog GUARD Protocol YouTube Hot Tip USF HEALTH: GUARD protocol blog   Upcoming POCUS Courses @ Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute CME and Cross training resources: Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute (Training materials and programs): www.gcus.com   Certification Agencies: American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM): https://www.abem.org/public Sonographer / Physician: American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS): www.ardms.org Physicians: Alliance for Physician Certification & Advancement (APCA): www.APCA.org Point of Care Healthcare Providers: Point of Care Certification Academy (POCUS): www.pocus.org Sonographer / Physician: Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI): www.cci-online.org  Find an accredited long-term Ultrasound Program: https://www.caahep.org/Students/Find-a-Program.aspx    

In a discussion with CancerNetwork® at John Theurer Cancer Center, Gregory Charak, MD, highlighted advancements in surgical treatment strategies for patients with colorectal cancer (CRC) as well as other ongoing challenges in the field. Specifically, Charak, a board-certified colorectal surgeon at Palisades Medical Center and Hackensack University Medical Center of Hackensack Meridian Health, described how minimally invasive strategies such as laparoscopic and robotic surgery have become more prevalent in the field, which have appeared to confer improvements in pain and length of hospital stay for patients. Although these minimally invasive techniques are typically preferred in this population compared with open surgery, Charak stated that he would still employ the latter depending on factors such as tumor size. Charak also discussed the rise in CRC incidence among younger populations, which has impacted how practices conduct screening. He highlighted that patients who are in their late 20s or 30s receive recommendations to undergo colonoscopy in the event of weight changes or blood appearing in their stool, noting that he would not hesitate to perform screening even if there's a small but real possibility of disease. Regarding other treatment modalities in this population, Charak emphasized the potential benefits of neoadjuvant therapy. Administering neoadjuvant treatment with agents including cytotoxic chemotherapy and immunotherapy, for example, may help achieve negative-margin resections, thereby yielding less morbidity for patients. “It's a very exciting time to be a surgical oncologist. [There are] tremendous new treatment modalities coming down the pike. Immunotherapy, in particular, is extremely exciting because it's such an elegant way to treat cancer: to harness and augment the body's own defense system to eliminate a cancer rather than using cytotoxic chemicals or invasive surgery,” Charak said. “It's a beautiful thing. If we can get it to apply to more and more tumors and figure out how to make it work, it couldn't be more exciting.” 

In this edition of “Lessons in Leadership,” Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Ramonita Jimenez, RN, DNP, Vice President, Chief Nursing Officer, Hackensack University Medical Center and Michael D. Stifelman, MD, Professor and Chair Urology, Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine about the keys do doctor / nurse communication, leadership and collaboration. Then, Steve is … Continue reading Lessons in Leadership: Dr. Michael Stifelman and Dr. Ramonita Jimenez / Krishna Powell

Join for the third episodes in the Association of Out Surgeons & Allies (AOSA) series for a discussion on LGBTQIA+ healthcare providers and their patients.   Host:  Nina Clark, MD  Guests:  - Andrew Schlussel, DO, Colorectal and General Surgeon, Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center - Dr. James Taylor, Assistant Professor of Colorectal Surgery at Montefiore Medical Center - Dr. Alex Bonte, General Surgery PGY4 at Hackensack University Medical Center in Hackensack NJ.  - Dr. Paige Tannhauser, General Surgery PGY3 (completed) at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh PA, and currentlyfinishing up a post-doctoral research fellowship at the University of Virginia. Learn more and get involved with AOSA: https://www.outsurgeons.org Twitter/X: @OutSurgeons Resources Mentioned This Episode:  "Gender Unicorn" schema for terminology: https://transstudent.org/gender/ LGBTQ Healthcare Directory: https://lgbtqhealthcaredirectory.org/ CDC Recommendations in LGBTQ Health: https://www.cdc.gov/lgbthealth/index.htm WPATH Resources: https://www.wpath.org/  Please visit https://behindtheknife.org to access other high-yield surgical education podcasts, videos and more.   If you liked this episode, check out our recent episodes here: https://behindtheknife.org/listen/

Our guest is Dr. Nitin Yerram, director of urologic research and director of urologic oncology at Hackensack University Medical Center, in the department of urology. He talks with us about what you should know about clinical trials so patients and caregivers can be more informed. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any topic section: 0:41 - Introduction 1:00 - What is a clinical trial? 2:13 - Phase of a clinical trial 5:20 - Could clinical trials offer better care than standard treatments? 6:48 - Who should take part in a clinical trial? 8:12 - Benefits of taking part in a clinical trial 9:54 - Positive feedback about clinical trials 12:14 - Questions for patients and caregivers to ask their doctor 13:23 - Privacy and rights of the patient during a clinical trial 16:10 - Fees to know about with clinical trials 17:25 - Where to find resources about clinical trials 19:21 - Final thoughts Supported by an independent educational grant from Merck. For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don't forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/uhe. **** March 28, 2024

When expecting a baby, among the flurry of decisions to be made, choosing where to deliver stands out as one of the most significant. It's a choice that goes beyond mere geography or convenience; it's about where you'll welcome your child into the world and the first level of care both of you will receive. It's about safety, support, and a positive birth experience. Today, we're spotlighting Hackensack University Medical Center (HUMC) as an exemplary choice for families looking to ensure the best start for their newborns. The Importance of the Right Location The location you choose for delivery impacts the medical care quality, emotional support, and the array of services available to you and your baby. A hospital equipped with top-tier facilities, specialized care, and a nurturing environment can make a significant difference in your childbirth experience. It's not just about the immediate moments post-birth but also about the comprehensive care leading up to and following this life-changing event. Why Hackensack University Medical Center Stands Apart Magnet Hospital Recognition: A Mark of Nursing Excellence HUMC isn't just any hospital; it's recognized as a Magnet hospital. This prestigious designation is the gold standard for nursing excellence and quality patient care. It signals a supportive environment not just for patients but for the medical professionals dedicated to your care, ensuring that you receive the best possible support during this critical time. Level III NICU: Ready for Every Possibility Babies don't always arrive as expected, and some need a little extra help getting started. HUMC's Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is equipped for a high level of neonatal care. This means that even the smallest or sickest of newborns receive top-notch, specialized care, offering peace of mind that, should your baby need it, the best possible support is right there. All Private Rooms: Comfort, Privacy, and Bonding The benefits of all private rooms cannot be overstated. Privacy during these first moments can significantly impact a mother's stress levels and overall recovery. HUMC offers this serenity, facilitating a peaceful environment where families can bond with their new arrivals without the intrusion of a shared space. Lactation Consultations 7 Days a Week: Support for Breastfeeding Mothers Breastfeeding, while natural, can come with its set of challenges. HUMC's commitment to lactation consultations seven days a week ensures that mothers receive the support and guidance they need, promoting successful breastfeeding practices and addressing any concerns promptly. High-Level Experience: A Team You Can Trust At HUMC, you're in good hands. The hospital prides itself on its highly experienced team of obstetricians, pediatricians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals who bring a wealth of knowledge and compassion to their roles. This high level of experience means that expectant parents can relax, knowing they're supported by some of the best in the field. Choosing where to give birth is a pivotal decision for expecting families. It's about more than just the physical location—it's about the care, the support, and the environment that will surround you and your baby during one of life's most momentous occasions. Hackensack University Medical Center stands out as a beacon of excellence in this regard, offering everything from unparalleled medical care to the peace and privacy families deserve. As you consider your options, remember the difference the right location can make—not just for the birth itself but for the lifelong memories it will help create.   Your feedback is essential to us! We would love to hear from you. Please consider leaving us a review on your podcast platform or sending us an email at info@maternalresources.org. Your input helps us tailor our content to better serve the needs of our listeners. For additional resources and information, be sure to visit our website at Maternal Resources: https://www.maternalresources.org/. You can also connect with us on our social channels to stay up-to-date with the latest news, episodes, and community engagement: Twitter: https://twitter.com/integrativeob YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/maternalresources Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/integrativeobgyn/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IntegrativeOB Thank you for being part of our community, and until next time, let's continue to support, uplift, and celebrate the incredible journey of working moms and parenthood. Together, we can create a more equitable and nurturing world for all.

On Thursday, Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis testified at a hearing about her prosecution of former President Donald Trump and many others connected to efforts to overturn the 2020 election. Trump's attorneys are calling for Willis to be removed from the case after she allegedly had a romantic relationship with a special prosecutor she hired to help lead her investigation. FOX News Sunday anchor Shannon Bream joined the Rundown to discuss this case and others that former President Trump is facing. Later, she explains National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan's comments about a pressing national security threat and Russia's reported pursuit of nuclear weapons in space. February is American Heart Month, and doctors across the nation are raising awareness about the importance of cardiovascular health. Over the past decades, heart disease and related ailments have been on the rise in the United States, bringing heart health to the forefront. Associate Director for Structural and Congenital Heart at Hackensack University Medical Center, Dr. Craig Basman, joins the Rundown to discuss the basics of understanding what makes a healthy heart, how to monitor your cardiovascular wellness, and what things to avoid if you are predisposed to heart conditions. Don't miss the good news with Tonya J. Powers. Plus, commentary by financial expert and author of “Know Yourself, Know Your Money,” Rachel Cruze. Photo Credits: Associated Press Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Thursday, Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis testified at a hearing about her prosecution of former President Donald Trump and many others connected to efforts to overturn the 2020 election. Trump's attorneys are calling for Willis to be removed from the case after she allegedly had a romantic relationship with a special prosecutor she hired to help lead her investigation. FOX News Sunday anchor Shannon Bream joined the Rundown to discuss this case and others that former President Trump is facing. Later, she explains National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan's comments about a pressing national security threat and Russia's reported pursuit of nuclear weapons in space. February is American Heart Month, and doctors across the nation are raising awareness about the importance of cardiovascular health. Over the past decades, heart disease and related ailments have been on the rise in the United States, bringing heart health to the forefront. Associate Director for Structural and Congenital Heart at Hackensack University Medical Center, Dr. Craig Basman, joins the Rundown to discuss the basics of understanding what makes a healthy heart, how to monitor your cardiovascular wellness, and what things to avoid if you are predisposed to heart conditions. Don't miss the good news with Tonya J. Powers. Plus, commentary by financial expert and author of “Know Yourself, Know Your Money,” Rachel Cruze. Photo Credits: Associated Press Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Thursday, Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis testified at a hearing about her prosecution of former President Donald Trump and many others connected to efforts to overturn the 2020 election. Trump's attorneys are calling for Willis to be removed from the case after she allegedly had a romantic relationship with a special prosecutor she hired to help lead her investigation. FOX News Sunday anchor Shannon Bream joined the Rundown to discuss this case and others that former President Trump is facing. Later, she explains National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan's comments about a pressing national security threat and Russia's reported pursuit of nuclear weapons in space. February is American Heart Month, and doctors across the nation are raising awareness about the importance of cardiovascular health. Over the past decades, heart disease and related ailments have been on the rise in the United States, bringing heart health to the forefront. Associate Director for Structural and Congenital Heart at Hackensack University Medical Center, Dr. Craig Basman, joins the Rundown to discuss the basics of understanding what makes a healthy heart, how to monitor your cardiovascular wellness, and what things to avoid if you are predisposed to heart conditions. Don't miss the good news with Tonya J. Powers. Plus, commentary by financial expert and author of “Know Yourself, Know Your Money,” Rachel Cruze. Photo Credits: Associated Press Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this podcast episode we want to introduce you to our BCEN Friend George Olschewski. George Olschewski started out in healthcare as an EMT in 1993 and finished an English degree with a minor in journalism before going back for his nursing degree. Since 1998 George worked in the hospital from the intermediate and step down units to the ED at the Level One trauma center-University Hospital in Newark, New Jersey. It was there that George became a founding member of the Critical Care Transport Team at the trauma center. George continues to serve in both specialties of EMS and transport nursing at Hackensack University Medical Center's specialty care transport unit and Angel Midflight's aeromedical flight team. In addition to his CTRN, George holds the TCRN, CEN and TCRN certification along with his certification as a Nationally Registered Paramedic. Come along as Janie Schumaker, Michael Dexter, and Hollye Briggs talk with George about his career in transport nursing and recent nomination and selection for a BCEN award.  Come join in on this celebration conversation. This episode is called “Not all Heroes are in Comic Books: Spotlight on the 2023 Distinguished CTRN Award Winner.” George can be reached on LinkedIn @GeorgeOlschewski.

Ramonita Jiménez, DNP, MPA, RN, NEA-BC, Chief Nursing Officer with Hackensack University Medical Center joins our Healthcare Experience Matters Podcast this week. We are honored to have Dr. Jiménez join our weekly program to discuss the multitude of innovative ways medical institutions of all scopes and sizes can effectively address nurse retention challenges. Learn More: https://healthcareexperience.org/nurse-retention 

On this week's "2 Giant Goofballs: A New York Giants Podcast" hosted by Drew and Rob, the New York Giants execute a significant trade, sending defensive tackle Leonard Williams to the Seattle Seahawks. In exchange, they secure a 2024 second-round pick and a 2025 fifth-round pick, with potential salary considerations. This trade is a remarkable feat for the Giants, considering Williams' age and complex contract. The podcast also explores potential trades for players like Xavier McKinney, Paris Campbell, and Adoree Jackson, with running back Saquon Barkley off the table.In quarterback news, the podcast celebrates the return of Daniel Jones, who has been medically cleared for contact. This timely development is crucial, as backup Tyrod Taylor sustained a rib injury during the New York Jets game, leading to his hospitalization. The hosts discuss the ins and outs of NFL player statuses and share why Jones couldn't be activated on game day despite his clearance. The good news is that Jones will be back in practice soon.The "2 Giant Goofballs" hosts also provide an update on Taylor's condition, revealing that he has been discharged from the Hackensack University Medical Center. While specific details about his rib injury are still pending, Taylor's history with fractured ribs adds concern. In this context, Jones' clearance is a relief, potentially allowing him to start against the Las Vegas Raiders.Furthermore, the Giants bolster their defense by signing free agent cornerback Stanley Thomas-Oliver, who spent the last three seasons with the Carolina Panthers, primarily on injured reserve and the practice squad. This signing adds depth to the team's defensive ranks, particularly on special teams. For more in-depth discussions and analysis, tune in to "2 Giant Goofballs: A New York Giants Podcast."#giants #nygiants #nflPMOFM MediaPlay Me or Fade Me Daily Sports Betting PicksSupport the showAll Episodes are shot LIVE with fan interactions on Youtube, Facebook, Twitter, & TwitchSponsor the show at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/2giantgoofballsInterested in starting a podcast. We recommend using buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2012368

Jason T. Jacobson, MD, FHRS, of Westchester Med Center-New York Med College discusses Anticoagulation with Edoxaban in Patients with Atrial High-Rate Episodes with Taya Glotzer, MD, FHRS, of Hackensack University Medical Center at Hackensack Meridian Health, and Rod S. Passman, MD, FHRS, of Northwestern University.   https://www.hrsonline.org/education/TheLead   Host Disclosure(s): J. Jacobson: Honoraria/Speaking/Consulting Fee: American College of Cardiology, Zoll Medical Corporation; Research (Contracted Grants for PIs Named Investigators Only): Aboot, Phillips; Stocks (Privately Held): Atlas 5D   Contributor Disclosure(s): T. Glotzer: Honoraria/Speaking/Consulting Fee: Mayo Clinic, Medtronic, Boston Scientific, Abbot, Mediasphere Medical R. Passman: Honoraria/Speaking/Consulting Fee: Medtronic, Janssen Pharmaceuticals, iRhythm Technologies, Boston Scientific; Research (Contracted Grants for PIs Named Investigators Only): AHA Foundation Award, Abbott Medical, NIH/NHLI, Apple Inc; Royalty Income: UpToDate, Inc.

In this latest episode of ASTCT Talks, Christina Cho, MD, interviews Lori Muffly, MD, MS. During the conversation, Dr. Muffly emphasizes the need for more randomized data in ALL treatment and addresses the unique challenges of treating young adults, including fertility preservation. Dr. Muffly also emphasizes the significance of measurable residual disease (MRD) monitoring using the clonoSEQ® Assay, offering valuable insights into leukemia care. About Lori Muffly, MD, MS Lori Muffly, MD, MS, an Associate Professor of Medicine at Stanford University, specializes in adult acute leukemia research, clinical trials, and hematopoietic cell transplantation. Her work focuses on improving cancer care access and reducing disparities in young adults with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Dr. Muffly leads multiple health outcomes studies and clinical trials, including research on measurable residual disease, CAR T-cell therapies, and real-world outcomes for adult acute lymphoblastic leukemia patients. She has a history of successful collaboration with fellow researchers and is a sought-after national speaker on adolescent and young adult leukemia and cancer care access. About Christina Cho, MD Christina Cho, MD is a hematologist/oncologist specializing in adult stem cell transplantation and cellular therapy at Hackensack University Medical Center's John Theurer Cancer Center. Dr. Cho conducts clinical research on stem cell transplantation, including therapies for leukemia and sickle cell disease. She is an active member of the American Society of Hematology and the American Society for Transplantation and Cellular Therapy and currently serves as editor for ASTCT Nucleus.

It's been more than 35 years since Peter Kahan and Dr. Ravi Munver first met. Back then, they were a teacher and his student, respectively. These days, the two men remain connected, but their relationship has evolved — Munver is now a key member of Kahan's bladder cancer care team. “To have to have a somebody who really looks upon you as a friend as (your) doctor, (who) really can see you as more than just another patient is great,” said Kahan, who described his connection with Munver, a urologic oncologist and vice chair of the department of urology at Hackensack University Medical Center in New Jersey, as “completely” crucial to his cancer journey. “You know, there are a lot of physicians who are phenomenal,” said Munver. “But when you meet them, to them you're a patient, and they care for you as a patient. It's very different when you either have a personal relationship with a physician, or you have a physician who literally has a motto that says ‘I treat all of my patients like my friends and family,' meaning if Peter walked in the door or a family friend walked in the door or a distant family member walked in the door, I would treat them all exactly the same. One would not get more time or better treatment than another. So, when you have physicians that have that model where they treat every patient as if they were their own family member or friend, you just get a different feel flavor and level of care.” Kahan was Munver's honors physics teacher at the Dwight-Englewood school in northern New Jersey in 1987, where he noted that Munver was “one of my best students. … He was extremely meticulous and careful in his work.” “Of all the sciences that I took — biology, chemistry, physics — physics really came easy to me, because it was math-based,” Munver said. “And I just remember obviously trying to do well in the class, but also enjoying the material. You have a great teacher, a teacher who teaches the material, who loves the material and has a passion for it, it makes that class that much easier and more fun and enjoyable, especially when you're first semester senior applying to college. And once I'd gotten into college, obviously, it was just a continuation of just more fun and learning. So, I really enjoyed class and I think what I remember most about it was it was a topic that was easy for me but enjoyable and very different from all of the other natural sciences.” The two men re-connected years later at a memorial service for a former teacher at Dwight-Englewood. Kahan, retired from teaching and living in upstate New York, discovered blood in his urine in 2019, and he subsequently received a diagnosis of high-grade non-muscle invasive bladder cancer from his local urologist. Treatment with the immunotherapy bacillus calmette-guerin (BCG) and the chemotherapy mitomycin inserted directly into the bladder followed. When his cancer recurred, Munver's doctors recommended he seek a cystectomy, or removal of the bladder and prostate, at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City. Kahan reached out to Munver, looking for a second opinion. “As director of minimally invasive and robotic urologic surgery, I'm always looking at novel techniques, novel therapies that can offer patients good results, as well as a great quality of life,” said Munver. “And when Peter had told me about the traditional therapies that were being used, we use them as well. We use BCG. … When BCG fails, many urologists will jump to the next step, which is removal of the bladder. And that's what I learned in residency 22 years ago, and that's what people learned 30 years ago, and that's what people learned 50 years ago, it was that was the only algorithm. “However, a lot has changed, and I wanted to make sure that if he needed his bladder out, that (that) was the right thing to do. And it didn't have to be (done by) with me with robotic surgery, it could have been at any other institution of his choice. But at least I wanted to offer him a second opinion from someone who is in the academic space and knows all of the latest therapies out there.” Munver surgically removed the tumor and treated him with the immunotherapy combination of BCG and interferon. When the tumor returned, Hackensack had received approval for the novel chemotherapy drug combination of gemcitabine and docetaxel, administered in liquid form directly into the bladder. “In combination, the two medicines would really have a cancer cell destroying effect, and the clinical trials have been going on for years but we weren't able to accrue enough patients across the country and across the world to really see a demonstrable effect, we needed at least several year(s' of) data to be able to say, ‘Yes, this works compared to our traditional therapies,'” Munver said. “It's a massive undertaking to bring a new therapy to our patients, and we'd been working on it for months,” Dr. Nitin Yerram, director of urologic research at Hackensack, said in a statement. “Right when we were about to go live, Peter was looking for options.”  Studies have shown that up to half of patients respond to this novel therapy and are able to avoid surgery, Yerram said.  Kahan began treatment with the chemotherapy combination in January 2022, and he tells CURE® it has been approximately a year and a half since any tumors were found, through florescence in situ hybridization (FISH) tests, which check for chromosomal multiplications, have come back positive. “It's not necessarily that there are cancer cells, but there are cells that have a tendency to increase their proliferation. And we often see those in cancer cells,” Munver said. “We have several patients who are on this therapy right now, and several of the patients do have a positive urine test, but there's visibly no evidence of tumor I can see,” said Munver. “And I can see tumors as small as one to two millimeters. … As I mentioned to Peter, if the tumors return, basically the bladder cancer will declare itself and to this point, it is not, and we are just monitoring him very closely. And you know, we cross our fingers and hope that this therapy keeps him with a really good quality of life for many years to come.” In this episode of the “Cancer Horizons” podcast, Kahan and Munver speak with CURE about the importance of their friendship and their decision to embrace a new treatment option. For more news on cancer updates, research and education, don't forget to subscribe to CURE®'s newsletters here.

  “I think the take-home message here, though, is to have very specific guidelines at your institution to manage both CRS and ICANS. The protocols should be readily available to all practitioners who may participate in the care of these patients,” ONS member Phyllis McKiernan, MSN, APN, OCN®, advanced practice provider at the John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack University Medical Center in New Jersey, told Lenise Taylor, MN, RN, AOCNS®, BMTCN®, oncology clinical specialist at ONS. McKiernan's and Taylor's conversation centered around the nurse's role in recognizing and managing toxicities related to CAR T-cell therapy for hematologic malignancies, specifically ICANS and CRS, which was an educational priority that ONS members identified during two ONS focus groups on the topic in March 2023. McKiernan was one of the content experts for those focus groups.  This podcast episode is produced by ONS and supported by funding from Janssen Oncology/Legend Biotech. ONS is solely responsible for the criteria, objectives, content, quality, and scientific integrity of its programs and publications.   Music Credit: “Fireflies and Stardust” by Kevin MacLeod   Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0    Episode Notes  NCPD contact hours are not available for this episode.  Oncology Nursing Podcast episodes: Oncologic Emergencies 101 series Episode 261: CAR T-Cell Therapy for Hematologic Malignancies Requires Education and Navigation Episode 139: How CAR and Other T Cells Are Revolutionizing Cancer Treatment Episode 1: Experiences With CAR T-Cell Therapy ONS Clinical Practice Resources: Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-Cell Therapy: A Timeline of Events and Adverse Events Cytokine Release Syndrome ONS Clinical Update: Focus on Clinical Experiences With CAR T-Cell Therapy ONS course: Nursing Considerations for CAR T-Cell Therapy for Patients With Hematologic Malignancies: Patient Education and Symptom Management ONS Huddle Card™️: Cytokine Release Syndrome ONS Immuno-Oncology Learning Library ONS videos: CAR T-Cell Therapy Cytokine Release Syndrome American Cancer Society American Society for Transplantation and Cellular Therapy Grading Scale for CRS and ICANS Leukemia and Lymphoma Society  Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation  National Institutes of Health's National Cancer Institute Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies   To discuss the information in this episode with other oncology nurses, visit the ONS Communities.   To find resources for creating an ONS Podcast Club in your chapter or nursing community, visit the ONS Podcast Library.   To provide feedback or otherwise reach ONS about the podcast, email pubONSVoice@ons.org.   Highlights From Today's Episode  “All symptoms need to be investigated fully to determine their cause and thus the best management strategy and not just simply assume that they're related to CAR T.” Timestamp (TS) 9:21   “Accurate grading is really crucial to ensure that the toxicities are identified and managed consistently across the institution.” TS 10:52  “Once the patient shows signs and symptoms of neurotoxicity, they should have a comprehensive neurologic examine, and that should include, a neurology consult, maybe imaging, such as an MRI or CT, and perhaps even a lumbar puncture.” TS 14:12  “Letting patients and their families know what next steps are can alleviate anxiety and give the patients the confidence that the medical team is familiar with these toxicities. And let them know that these toxicities are expected and that there are protocols in place to manage these symptoms.” TS 22:56  “I think that some patients, and even healthcare professionals, who aren't familiar with CAR T believe that the toxicities are always severe and always irreversible. When, in reality, most of the toxicities are mild and managed with minimal intervention or even just supportive care.” TS 23:55   “Early detection, consistent grading, vigilant monitoring, and standardized care plans are crucial to the success of any CAR T program and can also help reduce the risk of the severe adverse effects and hopefully improve outcomes for our patients.” TS 30:26 

#36: Discussing Pediatric Obesity with Dr. Leigh Ettinger Dr. Leigh Ettinger joined the hospital staff at Hackensack University Medical Center in 2004 and began treating children affected by kidney disease and hypertension. He first learned about the plant-based diet in 2014 from a cyclist on Youtube! Going plant-strong gave him many benefits, including weight loss, improved blood pressure, lower cholesterol, and increased energy. His family and some of his patients joined him in this plant-based journey. In 2017, he joined the staff of the hospital's outpatient pediatric weight management program to help families struggling with obesity. After many years of treating serious childhood diseases, he turned his focus to wellness and prevention. In 2021 he founded the Doctor Herbivore telemedicine practice to teach families how to thrive while eating plant-based, especially when there are weight concerns. He enjoys helping families successfully change course to a plant-strong path for their health, for the animals, for social justice, and for the environment. For fun, Leigh enjoys family time with his wife and three teenage children and all things bicycling-related. Download Dr. Leigh Ettinger's Plant-Based Resources Guide HERE --> https://bit.ly/PBNM-Resource Today, We Discussed: 2:00 - 4:31 Causes and Factors of the Obesity Epidemic 6:25 - 9:55 Low Income Environment 12:07 - 16:00 Understanding Someone's Que to Action 24:40 - 26:48 American Academy of Pediatrics Obesity Guidelines 31:18 - 32:59 Dr. Ettinger's Last Piece of Advice Listen and Subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pbnm.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pbnmorg/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrHajqYAnc6b0syopySVkOg/ #nutrition #nutritiontips #nutritionfacts #nutritionstudent #educatorsmindset #educator #plantbased #plantbasedfood #plantbasedlife #plantbasedlifestyle

Gary Small, MD, is Chair of Psychiatry at Hackensack University Medical Center. Dr. Small is a co-inventor of the first PET scanning method that provides images in living people of the physical evidence of Alzheimer's disease. In addition to testing compounds that may benefit cognitive abilities and possibly delay the onset of Alzheimer's disease symptoms, Dr. Small has studied and developed lifestyle and memory training programs for improving cognition and healthy aging. Dr. Small has authored over 500 scientific works and received numerous awards and honors, including the American Psychiatric Association's Weinberg Award for Excellence in Geriatric Psychiatry. Scientific American magazine named him one of the world's top 50 innovators in science and technology. He is the author of 12 popular books, including The New York Times bestseller, The Memory Bible.Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

Lauren talks with Dr. Gary Small, Chair of Psychiatry, Hackensack University Medical Center and Behavioral Health Physician in Chief, Hackensack Meridian Health. They address how to slow or delay the onset of dementia symptoms through lifestyle changes, but also how to manage dementia in the family and how it affects all family members.

This episode is Research Review, a quarterly review of the research you may have missed. Today, we are covering the American Society of Hematology Annual Meeting highlights. First Up, results from the ECOG-ACRIN E1910 Randomized Phase III clinical trial showed that blinatumomab improved overall survival in newly diagnosed adult patients with b-lineage acute lymphoblastic leukemia. First author of this new research, Mark Litzow, MD, from the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, talked with journalist Peter Goodwin at the ASH Annual Meeting. They discussed the use of blinatumomab in patients whose initial therapy for acute lymphoblastic leukemia had achieved minimum residual disease—MRD (Abstract LBA-1). Next, researchers explored the potential of using genomic DNA and RNA profiles in a machine-learning algorithm to predict which patients with acute myeloid leukemia or advanced myelodysplastic syndrome will respond to venetoclax-based therapy (Abstract 2789). Maher Albitar, MD, discussed the findings. Moving on, the downside of curative therapy for Hodgkin's lymphoma was under discussion at ASH. The conference heard about “epigenetic age” and neurocognitive function in young adults previously treated for Hodgkin's disease. OncTimes Talk correspondent Peter Goodwin asked first author of a report on this, Annalynn M. Williams, PhD, from the University of Rochester, in New York, about the impact of standard treatments on the subsequent lives of children (Abstract 902). Finally, we interviewed James McCloskey, MD, from the John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack University Medical Center, about the results of the V-Mast study showing the value of combining CPX-351 with midostaurin for high-risk acute myeloid leukemia. In this Phase III study in older adults with newly diagnosed, high-risk/secondary AML, CPX-351 significantly improved overall survival and remission rates versus conventional 7+3 chemotherapy, with a comparable safety profile (Abstract 1436).

Did you know about 50 million Americans live with some form of chronic pain? And not surprisingly celebrities including Paula Abdul, George Clooney, and Lady Gaga are among them. We sit down with Patrick Roth, M.D., chairman of Neurosurgery at Hackensack University Medical Center, who offers insight on some of the common questions about chronic pain.

Dr. Robert Goodman is a neurosurgeon at Hackensack University Medical Center and has been an innovator in the treatment of epilepsy for more than 30 years. He established one of the first multidisciplinary epilepsy centers in New York City. He is a scholar and has over 100 peer-reviewed publications to his name. After completing his medical education at Johns Hopkins University, he went on to complete his neurosurgery residency at New York Presbyterian - Columbia University Medical Center. He later completed his fellowship training in epilepsy surgery at the Montreal Neurological Institute. Today he is back on the show to talk about temporal lobe epilepsy.

Dr. Robert Goodman is a neurosurgeon at Hackensack University Medical Center and has been an innovator in the treatment of epilepsy for more than 30 years. He established one of the first multidisciplinary epilepsy centers in New York City. He is a scholar and has over 100 peer-reviewed publications to his name. After completing his medical education at Johns Hopkins University, he went on to complete his neurosurgery residency at New York Presbyterian - Columbia University Medical Center. He later completed his fellowship training in epilepsy surgery at the Montreal Neurological Institute. Today we are going to be speaking with Dr. Goodman about responsive neurostimulation (RNS) and deep brain stimulation (DBS).

Dr. Gary Small, former Director of UCLA's Longevity Center and currently Behavioral Health Physician-in-Chief at Hackensack Meridian Health, believes lifestyle choices can eclipse genetics to stymie Alzheimer's disease. Genetics influences cognitive health, Dr. Small acknowledges, but physical and mental exercise, managing stress and eating well can counteract the disease as individuals age. Even if people are at genetic risk, their behavior and length of life will determine if they get the disease, he says. Dr. Small is sanguine about the future, as studies show that lifestyle changes do lower the rate of contracting Alzheimer's. The high hurdle to cross, he concedes, is motivating people — in a pill-dependent society — to live healthier lives. Nationally renowned psychiatrist Gary W. Small, M.D., joined Hackensack Meridian Health as its Behavioral Health Physician-in-Chief on November 1, 2020. In this newly created position, Dr. Small oversees all professional and administrative activities within the behavioral health care transformation service at Hackensack Meridian Health, as well as serving as Chair of Psychiatry at Hackensack University Medical Center.  Prior to joining Hackensack Meridian Health, Dr. Small was a professor of psychiatry and biobehavioral sciences, Parlow-Solomon professor on aging at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, director of the Division of Geriatric Psychiatry at the Semel Institute for Neuroscience & Human Behavior and director of the UCLA Longevity Center.  Dr. Small is known nationally and internationally for his public work in promoting the practice of psychiatry and innovative research on brain health and aging. Dr. Small has authored more than 500 scientific publications as well as the international best-seller, The Memory Bible. Small's research has been featured in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, London Times, Washington Post, Time Magazine, and Newsweek. Dr. Small's media links-  Website: htthttp://drgarysmall.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrGarySmallFanPage/ Twitter:  @drgarysmall Thank you to our Cutting Edge Health supporters: CZTL Methylene Blue Get a $10 discount by using this link: https://cztl.bz?ref=3OqY9 on an order of $70 or more OR use this discount code at checkout: jane10 Renue by Science: 10% off NMN https://renuebyscience.com/product/pure-nmn-sublingual-powder-30-grams/ Enter jane10 at checkout for 10% off.   Cutting Edge Health podcast website:  https://cuttingedgehealth.com/   Cutting Edge Health Social and YouTube: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQj21tuf2rxidc8Kg8A5_NQ Instagram - https://instagram.com/cuttingedgehealthpodcast Facebook -  https://www.facebook.com/Cutting-Edge-Health-Podcast-with-Jane-Rogers-101036902255756   Please note that the information provided in this show is not medical advice, nor should it be taken or applied as a replacement for medical advice. The Cutting Edge Health podcast, its employees, guests and affiliates assume no liability for the application of the information discussed. Special thanks to Alan, Maria, Louis and Nicole on the Cutting Edge Health team!

Building a family business is tough, and handing over the reins of a family business can be even more challenging. Join host Hanna Hasl-Kelchneras she welcomesVincent Curatola, who shares some practical tips for navigating it successfully and pr otecting your family legacy along the way. Hear his remarkable story. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER ABOUT FAMILY BUSINESS: The backstory of his 3-generation family business. The perils of fast money. How to protect the legacy of your family business. The key to business sustainability. The story of the Wall Street trader. The impact of his sudden celebrity on the family business. And MUCH more. GUEST:Vincent Curatola is a Commissioner on The New Jersey Hall of Fame, appointed by New Jersey Governor Chris Christie. Vincent also served on the Governor's transition team. For the past 10 years, Vincent has also served as a member of the Foundation Board at Hackensack University Medical Center in New Jersey. If his name has a familiar ring, there's a reason for it. Vincent Curatola is also an accomplished actor. If you're a fan of the award-winning HBO drama, The Soprano's you'll remember him in his co-starring role as Johnny "Sack” Sacramoni. You've probably also seen him guest star on more than a few primetime network series including  Third Watch, Law & Order, Monk, Life on Mars, Person of Interest, BlackList, The Good Wife and Law & Order SVU where he regularly appears as Judge Al Bertuccio. On the big screen, he's co-starred with Brad Pitt and James Gandolfini in the crime thriller, Killing Them Softly. He's also played Boston Mayor Minnino in Patriot's Day with Mark Wahlberg, which was aired in  theaters at the end of 2016. But, even if you did recognize his name, you probably didn't know that he was a successful entrepreneur long before we saw that piercing look of his and heard that distinctive voice on camera. Yes, indeed!  Vincent has experienced firsthand what it's like to build a family business from the ground up and to successfully transition it.   RELATED RESOURCES:http://vincentcuratola.com/ (Contact Vincent) and connect with him https://twitter.com/vincentcuratola (Twitter). Also connect with http://acuratola.com/ (his family business).

Today, Peg is joined by Heather Younker, RDN, CSO, a dietician at the John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack University Medical Center.  We cover all things related to Graft vs. Host Disease and diet. Nutrition is important for everyone, but especially those with GVHD, in order to prevent malnutrition and other issues.  Registered dieticians and nutritionists can be key in a multidisciplinary approach. It's important to keep your entire health care team in the loop so they can be aware of all issues. GVHD can present in many different ways and at any time.Symptom management is key for Heather and her coworkers.  This can be gastrointestinal issues related to GVHD, or side effects from various medications. Sometimes, this can cause a fear of eating, which can result in unhealthy weight loss and muscle mass. Sometimes food sensitivities can develop, such as one to lactose.  Maybe digestive enzymes are needed, or a change in diet.Oral care is also important, as GVHD can affect the mouth, teeth and throat.  Maybe softer foods are needed.  Maybe you'll need to stay away from acidic, citrus-ey foods.  Maybe pureeing foods can be helpful.   Heather even mentions a patient who pureed his whole breakfast of sausages, eggs and rice!Sometimes nutritional supplements like Ensure, Boost, or Orgain can be used to add calories and nutrients to the diet. And when it comes to smoothies, Heather prefers homemade to store-bought so that you can have more control over the ingredients.Hydration is important for everyone, but especially GVHD patients.   You need to moisturize your system inside and out, and there are many ways to do this besides just water.  Antioxidants found in fruits and vegetables are also key.Sometimes patients struggle with loss of appetite and other symptoms.  One way to ensure you're getting your needed calories, protein, vitamins, and other nutrients can be to eat smaller meals throughout the day instead of three large ones.  When your GVHD is active, you actually need more calories and nutrients.  And of course, exercise is key.Resources:Hackensack John Theurer Cancer Center: https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/Services/Cancer-Care?fbclid=IwAR0ANqlbRxjJs_yJVG8YxzS9LW2YefeSBNzmmeJG85UyPZeVMM9KUbepY3QNational Institutes of Health (NIH) website: https://www.nih.gov/American Institute for Cancer Research: https://www.aicr.org/National Bone Marrow Transplant Link - (800) LINK-BMT, or (800) 546-5268.nbmtLINK Website: https://www.nbmtlink.org/nbmtLINK Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/nbmtLINKnbmtLINK YouTube Page can be found by clicking here.Thank you to this season's sponsors:Pharmacylics: https://www.pharmacyclics.com/Janssen: https://www.janssen.com/Kadmon: https://kadmon.com/Sanofi: https://www.sanofi.com/

An interview with Dr. Felicia Gliksman, pediatric neurologist and director of the Concussion Center at Hackensack University Medical Center in New Jersey.

Sponsored by Kettenbach Dental.  Contact: (877) 532-2123 Website: www.kettenbach-dental.us Webshop: www.kettenbachusa.com   Dr. Rizzo specializes in family and cosmetic dentistry. He attended the University of Medicine and Dentistry, where he attained his Doctorate of Dental Surgery Degree. He remained in New Jersey to complete his residency at Hackensack University Medical Center before beginning his practice in 1994. He is currently the Assistant Director of Dental Services at Hackensack Meridian Health Services. Dr. Rizzo is dedicated to providing premium care to his patients. He is aware of changes and advancements in both cosmetic and family dentistry and is committed to delivering state-of-the-art care to his patients. Dr. Rizzo is a proud member of the American Dental Association, as well as local professional organizations, such as the New Jersey Dental Association and the Bergen County Dental Society. When Dr. Rizzo is away from the office, he can be found fishing, hiking, or simply enjoying the great outdoors. He is also a musician and artist, and he enjoys fine art.   FFS Podcast Promotional Links:  ONLY $397: Dental Membership Master Course with Dr. Chris Phelps www.membershipmastercourse.com Dental Membership Direct www.dentalmembershipdirect.com Dental Financing Direct www.dentalfinancingdirect.com   About Dr. Sonny Spera Dr. Sonny Spera graduated from Union Endicott High School in 1981. With a four-year basketball scholarship he graduated from Syracuse University in 1985; majoring in Chemistry and Psychology. He was a member of the Sigma Alpha Mu fraternity. He was also the co-captain of the 1984-1985 Syracuse basketball team. Dr. Spera graduated from SUNY Buffalo Dental School in 1989 in the top 10% of his class. At SUNY Buffalo Dental School he was a member of the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honorary Society. He was also UB Graduate Assistant Basketball coach.  Dr. Spera has been in private practice since 1989 and is a member of the American Dental Association, the New York State Dental Association, the Sixth District Dental Society and the Broome County Dental Society. He is also a member of the International Association of Orthodontics, the BC Dental Society and the BCDS Study Club. Away from the office, he volunteers with several community organizations, including the Elks Club, the Son's of Italy, the STNY Flyers, the Academy of General Dentistry, and the Basketball Coaches Association of New York. He is the founder and president of ME Hoops Inc. Dr. Spera currently resides with his wife Angela, whom he met at Syracuse University, and their three children, Marcus, Erica, and Carla. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family, basketball, golf, music and movies. 607-624-2962 (Cell) Sonnyspera@gmail.com Www.progressivedentalny.com   Do you have a FFS practice? Would you like to be interviewed? Fill out the FFS Stories request form here: https://goo.gl/forms/7TaUF9Nqi49l1RFF2

It has been well over two years since COVID-19 was declared a pandemic and with that brought a year of loss, separation, anxiety, and uncertainty. Eventually, the physical stress of the infection might end, but for some, the emotional scars from the pandemic can last for months and years, often in the form of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). We sit down with Dr. Gary Small, a behavioral health physician and chief and psychiatrist with Hackensack University Medical Center to talk through what this might mean for our community's mental health in the future.

Heart disease, periodontal disease, inflammation, heavy metal poisoning...Some of the few diseases that can start with poor oral hygiene. How can we prevent this from happening? Beat Disease sits down with local dentist Dr. Bryce Holmes to discuss preventable treatment. Its never too late to BEAT DISEASE!       Dr. Holmes is a Washington native and grew up in the Pacific Northwest. After graduating Brigham Young University-Idaho he went on to attend Oregon Health and Science University where he earned his Dental Degree. Wanting to be able to provide the very best level of care for his patients he went on to complete an optional year of training in a General Practice Residency where he received further education in advanced dental procedures like dental implants and complex root canals. Dr. Holmes loves spending time with his wife and four children. As a family they love being outside and traveling together to visit grandparents. They are happy residents of the Tri Cities and enjoy the surrounding beauty and ample sunshine on this side of the state Education Dr. Bryce Holmes is grateful for the experiences he had in Rexburg Idaho while he attended Brigham Young University-Idaho. The cold winters made it easy to study in the warm library. After graduating BYUI, Dr. Holmes was accepted and attended Oregon Health and Science University where he enjoyed being close to family and reuniting with the Pacific Northwest. He earned his Dental Degree in 2017. Dr. Bryce Holmes always knew he wanted to be a dentist, but being in school and getting to help patients achieve a healthy, beautiful smile solidified his love for it. “Being a dentists is an incredibly rewarding profession. Each day people trust me to care for their oral and overall health. Im humbled by that responsibility and take it very seriously” Further Education During dental school Dr. Holmes quickly came to love helping patients get out of pain and replacing missing teeth. He sought further education to advance his skills in helping patients achieve the very best possible outcomes. He attended Hackensack University Medical Center in a General Practice Residency. There he focused on advanced procedures in all aspects of dentistry including complicated root canals, dental implants and other surgical procedures, and the management of medically complex patients. This elective year of education provided Dr. Holmes with the skills needed to keep his patients safe while providing exceptional dental care. Hobbies Outside of Work Dr. Holmes enjoys many things. His absolute favorite is spending time with his beautiful wife Kayla and their three children. As a family they love to hike, swim, ride bikes and play tennis. They also enjoy traveling to the west side of the state to visit grandparents and family.

Dr. Anat Zelmanovich is board certified Obstetrician Gynecologist who specializes in Female Pelvic Floor and Reconstructive Medicine. She completed her undergraduate degree in Psychobiology from the University of Binghamton, after which she worked in Ovarian Cancer research at New York University. Being originally from Israel, Dr. Zelmanovich decided to get her medical training by returning to her homeland, she attended the Sackler School of Medicine at Tel Aviv University where her interest in women's health expanded. She decided she wanted to devote her career to service of women of all ages by specializing in the field of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York. After an intense four years of residency, Dr. Zelmanovich worked as an OBGYN in Manhattan's upper east side at Lenox Hill hospital, even though she enjoyed Obstetrics fully, felt that she needed more surgical expertise. She made the decision to move on to a Fellowship in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery at Hackensack University Medical Center. Since then Dr. Zelmanovich has been honored to serve her patients with care, compassion, and surgical expertise that focus on minimally invasive, vaginal, and robotic approaches to treatment of a vast array of conditions. Throughout her medical training Dr. Zelmanovich has fallen in love with the art of learning and teaching. Dr. Zelmanovich loves to teach not only her patients but her peers and colleagues and as such she is currently serving as the Associate Program Director for the OBGYN Residency Program at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center.

Will Smith shared his colonoscopy with the world via a vlog to help promote colorectal cancer screenings. We brought in Rosario Ligresti, M.D. a gastroenterologist from Hackensack University Medical Center to talk us through this important screening.

Urgent Care The Podcast, Archives (Originally Published on 9/24/2018) Dr. Joseph Mosquera has over 30 years of experience caring for the Latino community as a general practitioner in Newark, NJ. Dr.Mosquera is a graduate of Rutgers Medical School (now UMDNJ). He studied neurology at George Washington University Hospital and completed his residency and training in Internal Medicine at Hackensack University Medical Center. He then went on to graduate from the University of Arizona Medical School's Program in Integrative Medicine in 2004. Dr. Mosquera is also a Harvard Medical School Fellowship graduate in Structural Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine and is certified in Ericksonian Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy. Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | drmosquera.com

A racing heart can make anyone nervous, including actress La La Anthony. We brought in Taya Glotzer, M.D. an Electrophysiologist from Hackensack University Medical Center to help us understand what a healthy heart rate looks like and how many beats are one too many.

For those who have running a marathon (or maybe just running in general) as a 2022 goal, we brought in Stephen Silver, M.D., Chief of Sports Medicine and Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon from Hackensack University Medical Center, to talk us through making that goal a reality.

Hans Schmidt, M.D., a bariatric surgeon from Hackensack University Medical Center, helps us understand how we can achieve our own personal weight loss goals this year.

Are you concerned about your child's weight? The obesity epidemic is growing at an alarming rate. Obesity is defined as a body mass index (BMI) at or above the 95th percentile of the CDC sex-specific BMI-for-age growth charts. Dr. Leigh M. Ettinger's nearly 17 years as a pediatric nephrologist at Hackensack University Medical Center in Northern New Jersey, he saw more and more of his patients struggling with obesity. He joins me as we discuss this very topic in depth.

Actress and star of Netflix's ‘Dead to Me', Christina Applegate revealed that she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, calling her experience thus far a “strange journey” and “a tough road.” We sat down with Krupa Pandey, M.D., director of the MS Comprehensive Care Center in the Neuroscience Institute at Hackensack University Medical Center, to talk through what this diagnosis means for Christina moving forward.

With what feels like the whole world wondering what happened to Gabby Petito, it's hard not to notice some of the red flags in her relationship with her boyfriend Brian Laundrie. We sit down with Dr. Gary Small, a behavioral health physician and chief and psychiatrist with Hackensack University Medical Center to talk through red flags in a relationship and how to handle them both personally and mentally.

Steve Adubato sits down with Michael J. Goldstein, MD, FACS, Director, Division of Organ Transplantation, and Director, Kidney & Pancreas Transplant Surgery, Hackensack University Medical Center, to discuss the importance of the 2020 Donate Life Transplant Games for the transplant community and the organ preservation and transplantation work being done at HUMC. Recorded on 7/20/21

Dr. Hooman Azmi is the Director of the Division of Functional and Restorative Neurosurgery at Hackensack University Medical Center.  His goal has been to develop a program that delivers a very comprehensive approach to the care of patients with Parkinson's disease.  From promoting engagement in health and wellness, to offering the most current medication therapies, to making available surgical options such as Deep Brain Stimulation and beyond, the program strives to ensure the best quality of life possible for each patient.  Recognizing the particular vulnerability of patients with Parkinson's disease, Dr. Azmi has spent the last ten years helping to develop innovative hospital wide protocols and programs to improve the care of patients with Parkinson's disease who have been admitted to the hospital.  He leads a team at HUMC whose efforts have culminated in HUMC becoming the first hospital in the nation to receive disease specific certification in Parkinson's disease from the Joint Commission for accreditation of Hospitals in June of 2018. Dr. Azmi has authored and co-authored several articles in scientific journals and has been an invited speaker nationally and internationally.  His co-authored book entitled “Parkinson's Disease for the Hospitalist” was released in October 2018.   

Essential oils, household cleaners, medications, and lawn care chemicals. We have so many things around our homes that could be dangerous if ingested by children. What should we and should not be worried about? Today Dr. Daria Falkowitz and I are reviewing the most common household substances that children are exposed to, what to do if your child eats or drinks a medication or household product, and much more.    Daria Falkowitz DO is a full time board certified emergency medicine physician and medical toxicologist who specializes in poisonings, overdoses, and environmental/occupational toxins. She is the Director of the Division of Medical Toxicology in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Hackensack University Medical Center in NJ and is also a mother of two young daughters.   In this episode we discuss: -Common household substances that children are exposed to and more likely to ingest -Unexpected causes of children being admitted to the ER -How extensively you should baby-proof your home -The first steps to take if your child has an exposure to something dangerous -Whether or not there is a danger in using common things such as fluoride toothpaste, stain removers on clothing, essential oils, etc.   Resources mentioned: -Poison Control Hotline: 1-800-222-1222 -Dr. Daria's Instagram: @em.tox.mom   Connect with me on Instagram @motherhoodmeetsmedicine. For full show notes, head to lynzyandco.com/motherhood-meets-medicine-the-podcast/   Join the Motherhood Meets Medicine community at patreon.com/motherhoodmeetsmedicine.   Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. 

Gary Small, MD, is Chair of Psychiatry at Hackensack University Medical Center, and Behavioral Health Physician in Chief for Hackensack Meridian Health. Prior to his move to New Jersey, he was Professor of Psychiatry at UCLA where he also directed the university’s Longevity Center. Dr. Small has studied and developed lifestyle and memory training programs for improving cognition and healthy aging, which have made available throughout the U.S. and abroad in senior centers, hospitals, and other community sites. Dr. Small has authored over 500 scientific works and received numerous awards and honors, including the American Psychiatric Association’s Weinberg Award for Excellence in Geriatric Psychiatry. Scientific American magazine named him one of the world’s top 50 innovators in science and technology. He is the author of 12 popular books, including international bestseller, The Memory Bible

Dementia-related psychosis, defined as hallucinations and delusions in individuals with dementia, is a distinct neuropsychiatric symptom. Dementia-related psychosis differs from psychosis that originates from delirium or a pre-existing psychotic disorder (e.g., schizophrenia). Dr. Gary Small explains the challenges to and approaches for detecting and diagnosing these symptoms.   Guest: Gary Small, MD Chair of Psychiatry at Hackensack University Medical Center and Physician in Chief for Behavioral Health; Chair of GSA's Workgroup on Dementia-Related Psychosis  Host: Judit Illes, BCL/LLB, MS, CPHQ Director, Strategic Alliances, The Gerontological Society of America  For more information on dementia-related psychosis, see GSA's February 2021 White Paper, Dementia-Related Psychosis: Strategies to Address Barriers to Care Across Settings.  This podcast episode is supported by Acadia Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Content was developed by The Gerontological Society of America (GSA).

Steve Adubato is joined by Nicole Swenarton, Senior Producer, Think Tank with Steve Adubato, to discuss this episode of Think Tank. Steve Adubato sits down with Laurie G. Jacobs, MD, Chair & Professor, Department of Internal Medicine, Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine and Hackensack University Medical Center, to discuss “long-haulers,” who are those dealing with […]

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Gary Small, M.D., is new Chair of Psychiatry at Hackensack University Medical Center, and Physician in Chief for Behavioral Health Services for Hackensack Meridian Health. Prior to joining HUMC, he was Professor of Psychiatry, Parlow-Solomon Professor on Aging, and Director of Geriatric Psychiatry and the Longevity Center at UCLA. Dr. Small has authored over 500 scientific works and received numerous awards and honors, including the American Psychiatric Association’s Weinberg Award for Excellence in Geriatric Psychiatry. Scientific American magazine named him one of the world’s top 50 innovators in science and technology. He is the author of 12 popular books, including The New York Times bestseller, The Memory Bible.

Drs. Sam Jejurikar, Salvatore Pacella, and Sam Rhee welcome special guest Dr. Shahid Aziz DMD MD FACS FAACMFS, co-founder and President of Smile Bangladesh. A 1st generation Bengali-American, Shahid has been leading a small team of surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses to Bangladesh since 2006. To date, his teams have treated about 1100 children and adults with cleft lip and palate deformities.Dr. Aziz is a Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Rutgers University, is a Diplomat of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Aziz is also an Attending Surgeon at University Hospital (Newark, NJ), St. Joseph’s Regional Medical Center, Paterson, NJ, Robert Wood Johnson University Medical Center, New Brunswick, NJ, and Hackensack University Medical Center, Hackensack, NJ. He is a graduate of the Lawrenceville School and Rutgers College. Dr. Aziz received his dental degree from Harvard University School of Dental Medicine and his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. He completed his general surgery and oral/maxillofacial surgery training at New York-Presbyterian Hospital-Columbia University Medical Center. He has authored or co-authored over 50 peer reviewed journal articles and 10 book chapters.Dr. Aziz's clinical area of expertise includes facial trauma and reconstruction and orthognathic surgery. He currently serves as President-elect of the New Jersey Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, Chairman of the Section of Dentistry and Oral Health of the New York Academy of Medicine, and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.(Podcast and all show episodes on https://3PlasticSurgeryPodcast.com)

We are facing unprecedented times and as parents, we have an added responsibility of decision making for our children. We may be working from home, but should they homeschool or go back for live sessions or do a hybrid of virtual and in-person. Today I am joined by my kids’ beloved pediatrician, Dr. Melissa Garofalo Monaco of Forest Pediatrics in Paramus, NJ. Originally from Saddle Brook, NJ, Dr. Garofalo had been practicing pediatrics in New Jersey since 2008. She started as a graduate of the Academy for the Advancement of Science and Technology in Hackensack, NJ. She then graduated with high honors from the combined BS/MD program though Stevens Institute Technology, Hoboken NJ and New Jersey Medical School Newark, NJ. She completed her pediatric training at Schneider Children's Hospital at Long Island Jewish Medical Center in New Hyde Park, NY and also served as Chief Resident of Pediatrics. Her interests include promoting breast feeding and obesity prevention. She is board certified in Pediatrics and is a member of the NJ AAP section on Breast Feeding and has been a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics since 2007. Her hospital affiliations include Hackensack University Medical Center and Valley Hospital. She has been the recipient of the Castle Connolly Top Doctor Award and NJ Kids Favorite Docs.

Dr. Anuj R Shah is a Cardiovascular Disease Specialist and the Founder and director of Apex Heart and Vascular Care. He holds multiple board certifications in Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology. Dr. Shah graduated from one of the top universities in India, Gujarat University, in 2003 with six gold medals and honors. He completed a residency and fellowship at University of Connecticut and published numerous articles and abstracts in peer-reviewed journals. He was trained in complex cardiac and vascular cases at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York. Dr. Shah was selected for The Young Investigator Award from American Society of Nuclear Cardiology and has spoken at several national cardiology conferences on cardiogenic shock. Dr. Shah has held leadership positions including Director of Vascular Interventions at Good Samaritan Hospital and Bon Secours Hospital in NY. He also served as the Assistant Professor of Medicine at The Mount Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Shah currently has hospital privileges and performs interventional procedures at The Hackensack University Medical Center, St. Mary’s Medical Center and St. Michaels Medical Center. He specializes in the treatment of circulatory disease, treatment of varicose veins, swelling of the legs, and venous ulcers. Dr. Shah was the past President of the Bergen Indian Medical Association. For more information on Dr. Shah, visit http://www.apexheartandvascular.com

Dr. Sara Kostant is an OBGYN at Maternal Fetal Medicine Associates in New York City who has been with the practice for a year and a half. She and Dr. Fox discuss her experiences working for numerous hospitals across the country, including her residency in Omaha, Nebraska and time spent as an OB Hospitalist at Hackensack University Medical Center.

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Guest host Dr. Miriam Knoll, radiation oncologist at the John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack Meridian Health, interviews a wide range of oncologists who reflect on their diverse experience, greatest challenges, and the unforgettable moments that have shaped their careers in this special podcast series exploring early-career oncology and more.  In this episode, Dr. Knoll speaks with Dr. Howard Burris, ASCO President (2019-2020).  TRANSCRIPT ASCO Daily News: Welcome to the ASCO Daily News Podcast. I'm Dr. Miriam Knoll. I'm delighted to be the Daily News guest host for a special podcast series that will explore the full spectrum of oncology careers. I am a radiation oncologist in New Jersey at the John Theurer Cancer Center. In this series, you'll hear from a wide range of guests about their diverse experiences, greatest challenges, and unforgettable moments that shaped their careers. In our first episode today, it's an honor to welcome Dr. Skip Burris, President of ASCO during the 2019 to 2020 term. Dr. Burris is President of Clinical Operations and Chief Medical Officer for Sarah Cannon, a cancer institute of HCA health care. He is also an associate of Tennessee Oncology PLLC, where he practices medical oncology. Dr. Burris reports no conflicts of interest relevant to this podcast. And I also report no conflicts of interest relevant to this podcast. Full disclosures related to all Daily News podcasts can be found on the Episode page. Dr. Burris, welcome to the podcast. Dr. Skip Burris: Thank you very much, Dr. Knoll. I appreciate you having me as your guest. ASCO Daily News: So, Dr. Burris, I'm going to jump right into it. You've almost completed your 1-year term as ASCO president, and this undoubtedly has been a major highlight of your career. So, I really want to ask you something that I think a lot of ASCO members, when they see the ASCO president such as yourself, they're wondering. How does one become the ASCO president? And was this something that you always wanted to do? And did you think about it and plan for it? Dr. Skip Burris: Great question, and you're exactly right. It's been an exciting year. It is such an honor to work with not only the membership, but the superb staff, the full-time staff that runs ASCO that's headquartered in Washington. I have always—had always hoped to have the opportunity to run for ASCO president, and it is something that—it was always on the list of things that I would like to have had the opportunity to do. And the fact that it came to fruition has been a joy and been exciting. Hard to plan for it because, each year, there's two candidates that run. The pool is actually fairly small of potential candidates, because one of the requirements is that you have to have been on the ASCO board previously. So, serving on the ASCO board is the first step in the process. And then, obviously, having been on the nominating committee, it sort of narrows down to those people that are placed in their career or have the sort of perspective where it might be appropriate for them to run for ASCO president. But it absolutely is an honor. And the past presidents that you work with and the incoming presidents really make the office of the president a team sport. And I've been fortunate to have Dr. Bertagnolli and Dr. Johnson before me and Dr. Pierce and Dr. Vose coming afterwards. And there is a nice team spirit to how we've all approached—the year goes by fast, and it's important to have some overlap and synergies as we think about objectives that we're trying to achieve. ASCO Daily News: Wow, so that's really interesting. I actually did not know that, that in order to be nominated to run for ASCO president, one first has to have sat on the ASCO board. Dr. Skip Burris: Yes, that is true. And ASCO board nominations come from a lot of different places. But in general, the ASCO board for the majority of the seats is really loose. Folks were nominated for the elections from their experience serving on ASCO committees. So, for our listeners, participating in the various committees and task force and opportunities to engage with ASCO both locally and nationally is certainly something to pursue. My journey with ASCO began in 1990. I was fortunate to have our cancer center director, Chuck Coleman, Dr. Coleman elected as president of ASCO back then. Through the years, [I] served on a number of committees in the '90s and then served on the board in the 2006 to 2009 timeframe. So, it's been a lifelong journey to become the ASCO president, serving on a number of committees and such. But it really—it put me in a good place to actually know the staff and know the system, so it's been a productive year and looking forward to the Annual Meeting that's approaching quickly. ASCO Daily News: Yeah, we're all really excited about that. So, it sounds like you're saying that it's a long process. It's a lot of time spent volunteering and getting to know people. And you actually had a 10-year lapse from when you sat on the board to when you were nominated and became president? Dr. Skip Burris: Yes. And during that time, stayed engaged and participated in government advocacy projects and served on committees and participated in some of the task force. So, it is something where I urge folks to be members of ASCO. We're continuing to look at how we expand and enhance and serve our membership. But it doesn't need to be something where folks enjoy coming to serve the society. It isn't about that 1 year. It really is the culmination of many, many years invested in the society. ASCO Daily News: Yeah, and that makes sense. So, I wanted to shift gears just for a moment and ask you more about your practice as an oncologist. And some questions that we've gotten when thinking about this podcast was people wanted to know if they're interested in being involved in clinical trials and running clinical trials and they're currently not, what would you recommend for that? How would someone get involved in clinical trials? Dr. Skip Burris: So, I always encourage physicians to participate in clinical trials. I firmly believe that we're still in a place in the development of new oncology therapies that we need clinical trials to decide what our best course of action and treatment plan should be. It's not a cliche to say that the best management of a cancer patient is usually participation in the clinical trial. Not everybody has to participate in clinical trials at the earliest investigational drug level. We still have important questions to answer in the arena of Phase II and Phase III trials. Actually, important question as we sort through all the new drugs that are available to us, which ones should be given in the neoadjuvant or adjuvant setting? And which might be best saved for the metastatic setting? I do caution folks that the most important element of the clinical trial process after the physician leader is the infrastructure. And Sarah Cannon, we have a fabulous administrative staff. I think our key to success at Sarah Cannon has really been the investment that we have made in the data managers and the regulators and the financial staff and the like. And so, one should not take that with any sort of casualness that that's something that can be done as a hobby, but I don't mean that to scare someone away. I think that if you're in a smaller practice or you're new to research, my best advice would be to look at who your partner should be. Is there a network for you to join? Is that affiliating with the network or is that affiliating with an NCore site, part of the NIH NCI program? Is there an alliance that can be formed with a university in your region or some other practice setting? But having that partner to help with the early stages of getting some trials up and running is something that every oncologist should take advantage of that opportunity. And I know most networks and alliances and universities are, in fact, welcoming getting community colleges involved. I mean, that is where the vast majority, 80% plus of patients are seen. So, one, positive on folks doing it. Two, really think about how you're going to have your infrastructure, maybe at your local hospital, that's willing to help you with that infrastructure. And then third, think about who your partner is, and that's so you're not going alone. ASCO Daily News: Wow, so that's great advice. And I appreciate that you mentioned private practice doctors. I'm technically private practice myself, and I think that's really important for us to be thinking about. Because sometimes it seems like that hurdle is really just too large. And it sounds like what you're saying is think about what opportunities that do exist and how we can foster that connection, that, really, every community hospital should want to have or be thinking about with that cancer center that increasingly are being part of these network, really large conglomerates. So what you're saying is you can use that to your advantage and get involved that way, instead of thinking about building everything yourself in your own center. Dr. Skip Burris: Absolutely. And you know your situation there, and you have a premier practice with a very academic, community-based practice at Hackensack University Medical Center and akin to but different than what we have at Sarah Cannon where we've got several of those types of locations. But both the institutions proving that someone can be in what is basically community oncology practice—not employed by a medical school or academic medical Center—and yet really participate in high level care with clinical trials. And that's what we've got to do to better serve the country and actually serve the world. We cannot expect that every patient is going to be able to make that trek into a tertiary medical center. And as we walk this out, we have got to bring the trials to the patients, and we've got to bring the therapies to the patients. And that's where an effort at embracing these community oncologists is something that we always hold dear to our heart. Yeah, so I can tell you from my own experience, when I first started off at Hackensack, I was actually medical director of one of the network sites, which even though-- you know New Jersey. There's a hospital in every corner. So, this hospital was in my clear. It was called Hackensack Mountainside. And even though it was only 20 minutes from the cancer center that it was affiliated with, patients really wanted to stay in their hospital. ASCO Daily News: And it's important to bring that perspective because it's not always the case that you can just tell a patient, no, you should go here. They really want to be treated in their community hospital. So being able to offer them what they need is really important. Or even sometimes what I would do is I would bring them over to the cancer center, give them something unique and special that we couldn't do such as a gamma knife radiosurgery, and then bring them back to the main hospital and continuing their care there with their regular oncologist and primary care doctor—everything else that they wanted to continue at their main hospital. Dr. Skip Burris: Yes, well said. I couldn't agree more. And being that liaison and making that connection is going to be a key next step as we try to get more patients and volunteers, physicians involved in research. ASCO Daily News: Yeah. So, I want to ask you another question, which is what is the worst career advice you've gotten? Dr. Skip Burris: So the worst career advice that I received, and it was early in my career—and I want to make sure I call out that I have some great mentors and my career has been focused on early drug development, Phase I clinical trials, and I'm fortunate to have had Dr. Daniel Von Hoff as my first mentor in that regard. But along the way, various other professors and various other leaders there in San Antonio would offer up the advice, which wasn't helpful, which was if you don't do this, you'll never be successful. And on the list of "If you don't do this, you'll never be successful" were if I didn't pick a tumor type—I mean, just—early in my career, make a decision. You're 30 plus years old, new to oncology. And great if a tumor resonates with you, but I wasn't ready to make that commitment. I really liked patients, and I really liked working with oncologists. Second thing was you'll never have credibility if you don't have lab experience. I mean, you've got to have a lab, even if it's a small lab, if it's a one-day-a-week lab, but you'll never have credibility if you don't have a lab. And I did the minimal amount of laboratory work. And, again, I liked being with people. I liked the oncologists I practiced with, and I liked the patients, and so the lab career wasn't for me. And then thirdly and maybe more that era was if you don't take a tenure track at a university, you'll never be a respected thought leader. And so those have to, have to, have to’s we're actually bad advice. And, luckily, I ignored those as I pursued my passion. And my passion was really, during the '90s, the exciting new drugs that were coming along, just how grateful cancer patients were, and what an honor it was to take care of cancer patients. And then actually, as you and I both know the optimistic spirit of most of our colleagues, I actually liked coming to work and being with oncologists. So, setting up and having a community-based practice that did clinical research and ignoring those early have-to’s turned out to be a great selection for me. ASCO Daily News: Wow. I love how you have three worst career advice examples and that you remember them so vividly. I think that's amazing. And like you said, you can think that someone's wrong without having bad feelings towards them, right? But the fact is, they were clearly wrong. Dr. Skip Burris: Correct. And that—you get that perspective. I mean, there are—if I had loved a lab, it probably would've worked out. If I had decided I liked this particular cancer and I threw my heart and soul into it, that probably would've worked out. But the fact is I think you've just got to take a few minutes and know what gets you out of bed and what gets you excited every day and then try to stay true to that. ASCO Daily News: Yeah, that's amazing. So, what would you say is the best career advice you've ever gotten? Dr. Skip Burris: I've had several folks give me really excellent career advice along the way. And my background's a little bit unique because I went to the United States Military Academy at West Point for my undergraduate. So along the way and in my training and through connections, many, many great military leaders of the country I had the opportunity to interact with. And there were little things that were said to me along the way. One of my first connections in the military was with General Maxwell Thurman, who was a be-all-you-can-be person. And that was his motto with the Army at those times. And then I had the good fortune to interact with General Norman Schwarzkopf, whose very simple advice was always when placed in charge, take charge. And those sort of things always stuck with me through the years, but I received some great advice from a mentor and colleague, Dr. Stan Winokur, who, early on in my career, he told me, "While you're busy trying to be famous and you're trying to be a thought leader, when you go into a patient's room, that's their time. And do three things. We sit down for every visit. Always ask them an open-ended question and listen until they answer. And third, make sure that you examine every patient. Have that personal touch. Put your stethoscope on them, feel their belly, do that examination, and create that human connection." And I have kept that in mind. And to this day, when I go in an exam room, I do those three things. And I think just making sure that that patient, whether it's 5 minutes or 15 minutes or whatever, you're in the room with them. Between the nurse practitioners and the hustling for treatment and all the paperwork that has to be done, that has enabled me to have that connection with my patients. And I just think back. That's very simple advice, and it really was something that I've kept near and dear to my heart. And it's worked out for me through the years. ASCO Daily News: Well, thanks for sharing that with us. That's really amazing advice. So, my last question is, what advice would you give to trainees and early career oncologists? Dr. Skip Burris: Today, in the field of cancer, boy, just all the opportunities and the excitement with the many new therapies and just the flood of information. It can be overwhelming. I think that can contribute to our concerns about burnout and our concern about doctors being overwhelmed. So, a couple thoughts that I would say to somebody early in their career. One is that you can do absolutely anything, but you also absolutely cannot do everything. And so hard to say no and hard to pick and choose, but really, really eyes open, listen to your heart, take a broad perspective, but resist the temptation to try to be all things to all people all the time. And then secondly, I think it's important as you're deciding where to spend your time and your career, I looked at two elements of that. You've got to love what you're doing, be that patient care, clinical research, laboratory, or some combination of those or lecturing or the others. But also, you're going to spend a lot of time at work. And so, make sure that you're choosing an area where you like being with those people. That's something that I got that advice early on not only loving what you do, but love being with the people that you're doing it with. And I think that's something that folks early in their career will really need to think about as they choose what particular path they're going to take. ASCO Daily News: Thanks so much for the candid advice and spending this time with us today. And I wanted to thank all of our listeners for joining us for this episode of the ASCO Daily News Podcast. We absolutely love, love to have your feedback, so please drop us a note at DailyNews@ASCO.org. And rate and review us on Apple Podcasts. Have a great day. The purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. This is not a substitute for professional medical care and is not intended for use in the diagnosis or treatment of individual conditions. Guests on this podcast express their own opinions, experience, and conclusions. The mention of any product, service, organization, activity, or therapy should not be construed as an ASCO endorsement.    

Jared Jeffries sits down with Baseball Hall of Famer Dave Winfield to discuss his 22-year career and all of the growing pains of the game.Born and raised in Minnesota, Dave is a former American Baseball player who crushed records everywhere during his 22-year career, becoming a twelve-time MLB All-Star, a seven-time Gold Glove Award winner, and a six-time Silver Slugger Award winner. Dave earned his spot in the Baseball Hall of Fame, and has been named the third-best all-around athlete of all time in any sport by ESPN. Well known off-the-field for his philanthropist work, Dave founded the David M. Winfield Foundation and The Dave Winfield Nutrition Center at Hackensack University Medical Center. Now, Dave spends his days as the special assistant to the executive director of the MLB Players Association.Host: Jared Jeffries Executive Producers: Eric Pankowski, Chris Colbert, & Adell Coleman Producer: Ryan Woodhall Talent Booking Team: Lori Teig Distribution: DCP Entertainment Special Thanks: TNS Production Studios See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Although genomic testing is recognized in national oncology guidelines as key to determining the right therapy for metastatic colorectal cancer (MCC), overall biomarker testing rates remain poor. On this episode of Managed Care Cast, we speak with one of the authors of a recent study about this issue published in JCO Precision Oncology. Stuart Goldberg, MD, a hematologist oncologist at the John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack University Medical Center, discusses real-world testing of biomarkers in MCC by mining electronic health records. Goldberg is also the hospital’s first chief of the Division of Outcomes and Value Research, and the episode also discusses the relationship between value-based medicine and precision medicine and the promise of delivering improved outcomes at lower costs by avoiding ineffective therapies through the use of specialized testing and diagnostics.

Dr. Anuj R Shah is a Cardiovascular Disease Specialist and the Founder and director of Apex Heart and Vascular Care. He holds seven board certifications in Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology.  Dr. Shah graduated from one of the top universities in India, Gujarat University, in 2003 with six gold medals and honors.  He completed a residency and fellowship at University of Connecticut and published more than 50 articles and abstracts in peer-reviewed journals. He was trained in complex cardiac and vascular cases at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York.  Dr. Shah won The Young Investigator Award from American Society of Nuclear Cardiology and has spoken at several national cardiology conferences on cardiogenic shock. Dr. Shah has held leadership positions including Director of Vascular Interventions at Good Samaritan Hospital and Bon Secours Hospital in NY.  He also served as the Assistant Professor of Medicine at The Mount Sinai Medical Center.  Dr. Shah currently has hospital privileges and performs interventional procedures at The Hackensack University Medical Center, St. Mary’s Medical Center, St. Michaels Medical Center, and Englewood Hospital. He specializes in treatment of circulatory disease, treatment of varicose veins, swelling of the legs, and venous ulcers.  Dr. Shah holds seven board certifications in Coronary and peripheral vascular interventions, Level II Echocardiography, Level II Nuclear Cardiology, Level II Vascular Ultrasound Interpretation, Level II Coronary CT Angiography and ABI/PVR Analysis.  Dr. Shah is the President of Bergen Indian Medical Association. Dr. Shah has been named a “Top Physician” in the 2015 edition of Leading Physician of the World and has been among the “Top Doctors of New Jersey” since 2015. He was recently featured on Healthline on Artificial Intelligence and AFIB. For more information on Dr. Shah, visit http://www.apexheartandvascular.com

Casey Anderson:Born and raised in Montana, Casey is a Wildlife Expert with 25 years of experience and a degree in Wildlife Biology from Montana State University.Casey has lived with bears his entire life. After graduating college, Casey became an animal trainer and traveled the world. He spent time in elephant orphanages in Kenya and was once attacked by a mountain lion.In 2004, he founded the Montana Grizzly Encounter and has rescued 7 bears from inhumane captivity situations. The sanctuary is open to school groups free of charge and thousands of children learn about bear safety and conservation every year.DISCOVERY ANNOUNCES ALL NEW COMPETITION SERIES LIKE NEVER SEEN BEFORE BY PITTING ‘MAN VS. BEAR'‘Man Vs. Bear' Premieres Wednesday, December 4 at 9 PM ET/PT on DiscoveryAnthony Mora:Anthony Mora is the founder of Los Angeles-based Anthony Mora Communications, a private company in the PR Agencies industry. Founded in 1990, the agency specializes in media placement, image development, SEO, social media and media training.As a public relations and media relations expert, Mora has been featured in a number of media outlets including the New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, the Wall Street Journal, CNN, the BBC. His firm represents clients in fields including health, beauty, law, publishing, film, entertainment, technology, and business.Anthony Mora Communications, Inc. has represented clients including The J Sisters, Hackensack University Medical Center, The Abi Fashion Collection and The Charles Winston Collection, Chuck Henry, HarperCollins and Putnam Publishing. The firm has placed clients in a wide range of media outlets, including Time, Newsweek, 60 Minutes, Vogue, CNN, People, the Today Show, and hundreds of other local, national, and international media outlets.Complete Radio Promotional Package: The Douglas Coleman Show is now offering a complete radio promotional package for music artists. 1. Your track aired for 4 weeks over ALL of our online platforms.2. Your track will always be played at the very beginning of the show before commercials or interviews. 3. A 15 minute interview to promote your album, single, upcoming gigs or anything you wish to talk about.4. Your photo, bio and links to your website and music on our website featured music artists section.5. Permanent archive of your interview and track play on Spreaker, Tune in, Stitcher, Itunes, Spotify, and other online platforms. This is a great opportunity for up and coming music artists to get exposure and airplay without any subscription or long term commitments. You get all of this for a one-time fee of $49.99https://douglascolemanmusic.com/crpp for complete details. Sponsorship:If you're interested in being a sponsor on The Douglas Coleman Show, please contact us directly. douglascolemanshow@gmail.comOR if you'd prefer to make a one-time donation, please check out our GoFundMe. http://gofundme.com/the-dcs-needs-your-helpAlso check out our great line of merchandise. https://www.douglascolemanmusic.com/merchandise/

Casey Anderson:Born and raised in Montana, Casey is a Wildlife Expert with 25 years of experience and a degree in Wildlife Biology from Montana State University.Casey has lived with bears his entire life. After graduating college, Casey became an animal trainer and traveled the world. He spent time in elephant orphanages in Kenya and was once attacked by a mountain lion.In 2004, he founded the Montana Grizzly Encounter and has rescued 7 bears from inhumane captivity situations. The sanctuary is open to school groups free of charge and thousands of children learn about bear safety and conservation every year.DISCOVERY ANNOUNCES ALL NEW COMPETITION SERIES LIKE NEVER SEEN BEFORE BY PITTING ‘MAN VS. BEAR'‘Man Vs. Bear' Premieres Wednesday, December 4 at 9 PM ET/PT on DiscoveryAnthony Mora:Anthony Mora is the founder of Los Angeles-based Anthony Mora Communications, a private company in the PR Agencies industry. Founded in 1990, the agency specializes in media placement, image development, SEO, social media and media training.As a public relations and media relations expert, Mora has been featured in a number of media outlets including the New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, the Wall Street Journal, CNN, the BBC. His firm represents clients in fields including health, beauty, law, publishing, film, entertainment, technology, and business.Anthony Mora Communications, Inc. has represented clients including The J Sisters, Hackensack University Medical Center, The Abi Fashion Collection and The Charles Winston Collection, Chuck Henry, HarperCollins and Putnam Publishing. The firm has placed clients in a wide range of media outlets, including Time, Newsweek, 60 Minutes, Vogue, CNN, People, the Today Show, and hundreds of other local, national, and international media outlets.Complete Radio Promotional Package: The Douglas Coleman Show is now offering a complete radio promotional package for music artists. 1. Your track aired for 4 weeks over ALL of our online platforms.2. Your track will always be played at the very beginning of the show before commercials or interviews. 3. A 15 minute interview to promote your album, single, upcoming gigs or anything you wish to talk about.4. Your photo, bio and links to your website and music on our website featured music artists section.5. Permanent archive of your interview and track play on Spreaker, Tune in, Stitcher, Itunes, Spotify, and other online platforms. This is a great opportunity for up and coming music artists to get exposure and airplay without any subscription or long term commitments. You get all of this for a one-time fee of $49.99https://douglascolemanmusic.com/crpp for complete details. Sponsorship:If you're interested in being a sponsor on The Douglas Coleman Show, please contact us directly. douglascolemanshow@gmail.comOR if you'd prefer to make a one-time donation, please check out our GoFundMe. http://gofundme.com/the-dcs-needs-your-helpAlso check out our great line of merchandise. https://www.douglascolemanmusic.com/merchandise/

When it comes to recreational activity, safety is always the goal regardless if you are a professional athlete or a child getting into sports for the first time at a young age. The topic of sports safety is usually dominated by they word “concussion” but how many people really know what a concussion is, how it is diagnosed and most importantly how concussions can be prevented? To get the medical professional's point of view, we ask our panel of Dr. Felicia Gliksman, Director of the Concussion Center at Hackensack University Medical Center and Dr. Christine Greiss, Director of The Concussion Program at JFK-Johnson Rehabilitation Institute to discuss the facts on concussions and offer advice on the best ways we can all enjoy sports and recreation safely.

Welcome to the Third Annual Cancer Conference - Beyond Rest: A Rehabilitative Approach to Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue sponsored by Kessler Institute Rehabilitation and Kessler Foundation. In this session, nurse clinician Linda Schmidt from the John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack University Medical Center presented “Screening for Cancer-Related Fatigue”. View the transcript at https://kesslerfoundation.org/sites/default/files/2019-09/Cancer-Related%20Fatigue%20Part%202%20of%205%20Screening-FINAL-Transcript.pdf Cancer-related fatigue is an issue that often develops during treatment and can last for months or even years. This live course will focus on the impact, screening and management of the physical, psychological, emotional and cognitive sequelae. Participants will gain understanding of various evidence-based therapeutic interventions and the overall benefits of a multi-professional approach. Topics to be discussed will include current research and practice guidelines, as well as the unique role that rehabilitation can play in managing and reducing signs of cancer-related fatigue. This presentation was recorded, produced, and edited by Joan Banks-Smith, Creative Producer for Kessler Foundation on Thursday, August 8, 2019 at the Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation, West Orange Campus, New Jersey. To listen to more conference podcasts, go to https://soundcloud.com/kesslerfoundation/sets/cancer-research For more information about Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation, go to kessler-rehab.com (www.kessler-rehab.com) For more information about Kessler Foundation and our researchers, go to KesslerFoundation.org (www.KesslerFoundation.org). Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Listen to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, SoundCloud, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Country artist Granger Smith recently opened up to his fans about the loss of his three-year old son, River, who accidentally drowned at the family’s home. In the midst of this tragedy, the family decided to help others through organ donation – saving the lives of two people. We dive in with Michael Goldstein, M.D., Director of Abdominal Organ Transplant at Hackensack University Medical Center. He shares more information about the need for organ donation and busts myths that come along with the topic.

In this episode Scott Becker interviews Dr. Zeyad Baker. Zeyad Baker, MD is President and Chief Executive Officer of ProHEALTH Care, the largest, independent, physician-run healthcare organization in the Northeast. Dr. Baker previously served as Co-President of Riverside Medical Group, where from 2010 until 2018, he built the practice to almost 300 providers with 100 locations. Under Dr. Baker’s leadership, Riverside Medical Group was recognized as the best deliverer of value-best care in the state of New Jersey, winning extensive awards and commendations for quality of care, patient access and measurable improvements in the health of the patient population.  Riverside Medical Group became an Optum Partner in 2016. Prior to joining the Riverside Medical Group, Dr. Baker was an attending physician in Pediatrics at Hackensack University Medical Center. Coupled with his responsibilities as a physician, Dr. Baker was the Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ), teaching medical students and pediatric residents. In addition to his teaching role at Hackensack University Medical Center, he has also held teaching positions as the Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Rutgers Medical School and Columbia University.  Dr. Baker has taught over 1,000 medical students and residents in primary care. After graduating from Georgetown University, Dr. Baker attended medical school at Ross University. He completed his residency in pediatrics at UMDNJ, receiving the highest honors and recognition given to pediatricians in residency training through the Arnold P. Gold Foundation Award for Humanism and Excellence in Teaching, and twice receiving the prestigious Golden Apple Award, an honor bestowed by a medical school’s student body upon the doctors most recognized for their excellence in teaching. Dr. Baker has been asked to present at numerous prestigious speaking engagements including the Harvard Club at “The Future of Healthcare Transformation”. He is also the youngest physician to be appointed to the highest governing board in New Jersey, The New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners. Dr. Baker has received multiple awards while a practicing physician including the New Jersey Top Doc award, the Compassionate Doctor Award, and the Patient Choice Award. Throughout his career, Dr. Zeyad Baker has managed over 1,000 physicians and has brought together a rare combination of clinical, academic and operational experience to successfully lead two substantial organizations, where the patient is the top priority. Since taking the helm of ProHEALTH Care in July, 2018, as the new President and CEO, Dr. Baker has launched a bold agenda of patient-centered reforms destined to transform the healthcare system.  In his first year, he has brought forward plans, which include a forward-thinking schedule of key initiatives designed to dramatically improve patient care, create an entirely new paradigm for the healthcare and patient experience, and make healthcare significantly more accessible than ever before.  Some of these innovations already launched include: - Creating the longest hours open for primary care services in the northeast through the Extended Hours Center, which along with ProHEALTH Care’s primary care services, provide continual access to medical care 365 days a year, 7 days a week - Creating the Care Coordination Center, a telemedicine approach that will provide patients with access to their providers on critical matters such as appointments, referrals, prescription refills, and medical questions answered 7 days/week, 24 hours a day. - Launching The Parenting Lounge, the first health system integrated, free prenatal and post-natal series of family educational programs in the Northeast dedicated to providing all families with the critical knowledge to support their children’s healthy beginnings.

In this podcast, Suzanne Li, MD, PhD, from Hackensack University Medical Center, discusses findings from her study on identifying clinical features in pediatric localized scleroderma, current challenges in the management of the condition, and more.

Dr. Miriam A. Knoll, MD DABR is a board-certified radiation oncologist at the John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack University Medical Center in New Jersey. Dr Knoll is an Associate Senior Editor for the American Society of Radiation Oncology (ASTRO)'s journal Advances in Radiation Oncology. She is an international invited lecturer speaking about social media in medicine, women in medicine, and medical education. Dr. Knoll has published in many high-impact factor peer reviewed journals. Her writing has been featured in the Huffington Post, ASCO Connection, Mishpacha, Jewish Press, KevinMD.com, among others. She is a Forbes contributor. Dr. Knoll lives with her physician husband and four sons in Woodmere, New York. You can follow her on Twitter @MKnoll_MD  and on Instagram @Dr.Mimi.K   In this Episode, Dr.  Miriam "Mimi" Knoll shares her advice on living a courageous, whole life. We discuss the idea that we all have choices in just about everything we do. We often are afraid to take a scary leap, try something new or get out of our comfort zone and that is truly what is stoping us from living our most vibrant, happy life. Mimi discusses how she views all her numerous roles (doctor, wife, mother etc.) as one cohesive element and that when a mother is fulfilled and passionate about what she is doing the whole family thrives. I could have chatted with Mimi for hours. She is truly remarkable in all that she has accomplished and continues to do.  (In this episode, we talk about Brooke Castillo and her podcast: The Life Coach School Podcast   Favorites: Book: Daring Greatly by Brene Brown Role Model: her mother  Dr. Chana Gelbfish Easy Dinner:Tacos Way to unwind: manicure or massage

A few months ago Cruel Intentions and Legally Blonde actress, Selma Blair shared not only her diagnosis of multiple sclerosis but also did a Good Morning America interview showing the world how debilitating this disease truly is. It was inspiring to say the least. We dive in with Florian Thomas, M.D., M.A., Ph.D., M.S., director of the Multiple Sclerosis Center and chair of the Neuroscience Institute and the Department of Neurology at Hackensack University Medical Center, to learn what we could do right now to prevent MS and how we can help others who may currently have it.

Patients with Parkinson disease can suffer complications in the hospital if the individualized, highly structured care plans that manage their disease are not followed. We interviewed neurologist Hooman Azmi, MD, the co-author of Parkinson's Disease for the Hospitalist: Managing the Complex Care of a Vulnerable Population, about what it takes to improve patient care for this population. He is the director of the Division of Movement Disorders at Hackensack University Medical Center and is also a member of the neuro-oncology team at the John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack UMC.

Dr. Hooman Azmi of Hackensack University Medical Center discussed the significance of April as Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month, symptoms and diagnosis of Parkinson’s, and the latest medical and surgical treatment options for the disease.   In an Open Phones segment Bob Salter discussed the impact of immediate information and social media on the impact of controversial news events including the shooting at a Poway California synagogue and the thwarted planned attack at Saint Patrick’s Cathedral in New York.

Dr. Seth Stoller is a neurologist in Summit, New Jersey and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Hackensack University Medical Center and Holy Name Medical Center. He received his medical degree from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and has been in practice between 11-20 years.

NOT A MEMBER OF THE "HYPER CONSCIOUS NATION" YET? Visit www.thehyperconsciouspodcast.com to get access to our behind the scenes content, courses, training programs, articles and build your dream team!!! Alan and I were lucky enough to have Isabella Picard on episode 21, and on that episode she mentioned how much of an inspiration a man named Eric Legrand was to her.So when Alan and I locked down a date with Eric, we knew Bella would love to join us! Eric Legrand is a former college football star, public speaker, and a giant motivator for so many people.During a Rutgers University football game, Eric, a standout defenseman, tackled an opposing player then fell to the ground motionless. He was rushed to Hackensack University Medical Center, where doctors diagnosed a C3-C4 injury.Paralyzed from his neck down and on a ventilator, Eric was not about to be defeated. When he was well enough, he was transferred to Kessler's Center for Spinal Cord Rehabilitation for an intensive program. He believed that he would beat the odds and breathe on his own. He believed that he would regain sensation and function. And he believes that one day he will walk.Eric focuses on these goals with an athlete's discipline and a champion's spirit, pushing himself hard and never questioning "why." He's benefited from advanced treatment, including participating in the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation Neuro-Recovery Network at Kessler, along with the unwavering support of his family and a legion of fans across the countryWe took a trip down to New Jersey to chat with Eric (Who is breathing, laughing, and making jokes on his own!) and got to meet his incredible mother as well. We talked about his injury, how his perspective changed after, how he still pushes himself to fear chase, incredible friends and why holding yourself accountable is super important.. among many other topics As serious as some parts of this talk were, we also shared a bunch of awesome laughs. Truly one of the best days of our lives being able to spend the day with Isabella and Eric.Eric's book, Believe: My Faith and the Tackle That Changed My Life can be found on Amazon and his TV series "Mission Possible" can be found on https://www.foxsports.com/watch/mission-possible/video !

What are the biggest challenges in healthcare currently? How does a human-centric health system look like? How will digital technologies, big data and precision medicine change the way we are diagnosed and treated in the future? In this weeks episode of "A Glimpse into the Future", we talk to the internationally renowned clinician and researcher, Dr Andre Goy, Chairman and Executive Director of the John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack University Medical Center. Dr Goy is also the co-chair of the World Economic Forum's Council on the Future of Health and Healthcare.

Dr. Sammy Masri is an exceptional physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of non-surgical sports and other musculoskeletal injuries. He easily gains the trust of his patients – and others – through his honesty and supportive nature and is the type of person who consistently makes himself available to help others succeed. Dr. Masri has an extensive background in sports since being a varsity starter on his high school’s baseball and football teams, and then moved on and played American Legion baseball and had an opportunity to play for a NJ semi-professional football team. In 2003, he received his Internal Medicine degree from The University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in Newark, and following his residency was accepted into a very competitive fellowship program in Primary Care Sports Medicine at Jersey Shore Medical Center. It was there that Dr. Masri was able to learn from one of the founding fathers of this new and growing field of medicine. He also worked as an assistant to the Rutgers University team physician and was on the sidelines of some exciting football games, including the Orange Bowl in Miami, Florida. He’s covered numerous special events including the NCAA men’s Basketball Tournament, Big East Track and Field Finals, U.S. Masters Swim Meet and the NYC Marathon, and has also worked as a sports physician for the Olympic Developmental Soccer Program for New Jersey’s finest young soccer athletes. Prior to opening his practice in Sports Medicine, he worked in the ER at Hackensack University Medical Center, where he still holds medical staff privileges. Dr. Masri has committed himself to the philosophy that a sound mind and body are quintessential to success in the athletic arena. Who understands this philosophy better than a physician who is also an athlete? Today’s Subjects: Why you need to take chances and risks if you want to succeed How an oil painting and your father’s network can start your career as a physician Why it’s important to be yourself for others to like you What it means to be 1 of 6 physicians in the U.S. who can perform a certain procedure How networking is helping Dr. Masri open his next office – in Dubai Bedside manner: you either have it, or you don’t How making yourself available helps you gain trust and support of others Why it’s harmful when networking to only concentrate on getting your next referral Best advice: You want to continue to do better than you did the day before

February 6, 2018 Possible snow showers early on, but expect partly cloudy skies with high temperatures in the upper 30s later in the day. GUN RIGHTS GROUP SUES NJ OVER CARRY LAW The Association of New Jersey Rifle and Pistol Clubs is challenging in federal court the Garden State’s restrictions on carrying handguns outside the home, Patch.com says. Before issuing a permit to carry a gun outside the home, the state requires that an applicant show a “justifiable need,” like documented death threats or attacks. In January, Gov. Phil Murphy rescinded a rule implemented by the Christie administration that was intended to weaken the standard for “justifiable need.” FLU OUTBREAK KEEPS NJ IN ITS GRIP Confirmed cases of flu have continued to rise in New Jersey, News 12 reports. On Sunday about 60 samples were tested for influenza at Hackensack University Medical Center and about half were positive for influenza. The state Health Department says that the outbreak is widespread in all of New Jersey’s 21 counties. BILL TO RAISE PAY FOR STATE OFFICIALS AND JUDGES ADVANCES A measure that would increase the salaries of high-ranking state officials and judges cleared the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee on Monday without any discussion, NJ Spotlight writes. Among those who would receive raises if the legislation passes are state Supreme Court justices, cabinet officials, Superior Court judges and county prosecutors. MURPHY STRIKES A BLOW FOR NET NEUTRALITY Gov. Phil Murphy signed an executive order on Monday requiring internet service providers who do business with the state to follow the standards of net neutrality, NJTV reports. In December, the Federal Communications Commission dropped the standards that require equal treatment for all internet providers, allowing charges for faster internet service. Murphy also said New Jersey was joining 21 other states in a lawsuit intended to force the FCC to reinstate net neutrality. WOMEN ARE CHANGING LANDSCAPE OF NJ POLITICS The Wall Street Journal writes that women are carving out a bigger place for themselves in New Jersey politics by seeking leadership positions in the Democratic and Republican parties. Among the women seeking more of a voice is Colleen Mahr, who is running for chair of the Union County Democratic Committee. In both parties, the committee chair wields significant power in determining who runs for public office. Of the 42 county chair positions in the state, only seven are held by women.

Date: February 21, 2013Featuring: Norman E. Dascher, Jr., FACHE, CEO of Acute Care – Troy and Vice President, St. Peter’s Health Partners, Northeast Health (Troy, New York) Lucy A. Savitz, PhD, MBA, Senior Scientist, Institute for Healthcare Delivery Research, Intermountain Healthcare Katharine Luther, RN, MPM, Vice President, Hospital Portfolio Planning and Administration, Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) Catherine Abbott, RN, MSN, Administrator, Performance Improvement, Hackensack University Medical Center (Hackensack, New Jersey)   Here’s the rub about reducing health care costs to improve your hospital’s bottom line: The “old” solutions of cutting back on staff and services are shortsighted at best. The best solutions require delivering better care and getting rid of wasteful practices. Even getting bigger to achieve efficiencies and economies of scale won’t help in the long run; the new world pays for value over volume. And value involves care coordination that follows patients wherever they go, including after they leave your hospital.How to survive, and thrive, in this brave new world? This WIHI is the second installment of a focus this month on cost reduction strategies that marry the best ideas from quality improvement with sharpened-pencil, financial and business acumen. The discussion focuses on the work of two organizations — Northeast Health and Hackensack University Medical Center — and unpack how they, and some 58 other organizations that were part of IHI’s Impacting Cost + Quality initiative, are on track to save $43 million.Can your hospital leadership commit to reducing costs at least two percent over the next five years, while maintaining or improving quality? If you can’t make that commitment today, what would get you on the path to making it? WIHI host Madge Kaplan, with the help of IHI’s Kathy Luther and three dynamic hospital leaders and experts — Norm Dascher, Lucy Savitz, and Cathy Abbott — promise you a bold and bottom-line discussion.The following materials may also be of interest: Leaders challenged to reduce cost, deliver more. Healthcare Executive. Jan/Feb2012 Eliminating Waste Without Hurting Quality. HFMA Leadership Magazine, May 2012 IHI Innovation white paper series: Hospital Inpatient Waste Identification Tool IHI Innovation white paper series: Increasing Efficiency and Enhancing Value in Health Care

What are the biggest challenges in healthcare currently? How does a human-centric health system look like? How will digital technologies, big data and precision medicine change the way we are diagnosed and treated in the future? In this weeks episode of "A Glimpse into the Future", we talk to the internationally renowned clinician and researcher, Dr Andre Goy, Chairman and Executive Director of the John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack University Medical Center. Dr Goy is also the co-chair of the World Economic Forum's Council on the Future of Health and Healthcare.

Building a family business is tough and handing over the reins of a family business can be even tougher. Join host Hanna Hasl-Kelchner as she welcomes Vincent Curatola who has some practical tips for how to navigate it successfully and protect your family legacy along the way. Hear his amazing story. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER ABOUT FAMILY BUSINESS: The backstory of his 3 generation family business.  The perils of fast money.  How to protect the legacy of your family business.  The key to business sustainability.  The story of the Wall Street trader.  The impact of his sudden celebrity on the family business.  And MUCH more. GUEST:Vincent Curatola is a Commissioner on The New Jersey Hall of Fame, appointed by New Jersey Governor Chris Christie. Vincent also served on the Governor's transition team. For the past 10 years, Vincent has also served as a member of the Foundation Board at Hackensack University Medical Center in New Jersey. If his name has a familiar ring, there's a reason for it. Vincent Curatola is also an accomplished actor. If you're a fan of the award winning HBO drama, The Soprano's you'll remember him in his co-starring role as Johnny "Sack” Sacramoni. You've probably also seen him guest star on more than a few primetime network series including Third Watch, Law & Order, Monk, Life on Mars, Person of Interest, BlackList, The Good Wife and Law & Order SVU where he regularly appears as Judge Al Bertuccio. On the big screen, he's co-starred with Brad Pitt and James Gandolfini in the crime thriller, Killing Them Softly and soon you'll see him playing Boston Mayor Minnino in Patriot's Day with Mark Wahlberg, which will be in a theater near you at the end of 2016. But, even if you did recognize his name, you probably didn't know that he was a successful entrepreneur long before we saw that piercing look of his and heard that distinctive voice on camera. Yes, indeed!  Vincent has experienced firsthand what it's like to build a family business from the ground up and to successfully transition it.   RELATED RESOURCES:http://vincentcuratola.com (Contact Vincent) and connect with him https://twitter.com/vincentcuratola (Twitter). Also connect with http://acuratola.com (his family business).

The Kendal® Corporation  and Kendal Outreach are pleased to present their second podcast program, a presentation by Dr. R. Knight Steel, MD, the endowed professor of Geriatrics at The New Jersey Medical School; chief of the Division of Geriatrics and director of The Homecare Institute at Hackensack University Medical Center; and program director of the Geriatric Fellowship Program at the UMDNJ - New Jersey Medical School and Hackensack University Medical Center. Dr. Steel spoke recently as Kendal Outreach's guest at the American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging conference held in Chicago. In this podcast, you will hear Dr. Steel's talk, and the question-and-answer session following his presentation. Dr. Steel was Chief, Geriatrics Section, Department of Medicine and Professor of Medicine and Socio-Medical Science, Boston University School of Medicine prior to assuming the position of Chief, Health of the Elderly Programme, World Health Organization, Geneva, Switzerland. Dr. Steel has served as President, American Geriatrics Society and as a member of the American Board of Internal Medicine. He chaired the first Examination Committee for Geriatric Medicine for the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Family Practice. He was awarded the Geriatric Medicine Academic Award by the National Institute on Aging and was the first house officer to receive a Distinguished Service Award from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1995. The R. Knight Steel Award for excellence in Geriatric Medicine was established in 1991 at Boston University. Dr. Steel was one of the co-founders of interRAI and has worked on the home care, acute care and palliative care instruments. You can email Dr. Steel at ksteel@humed.com.   Download the podcast here. (43.6mb stereo MP3 file, 00:44:03 duration.) Subscribe to the RSS feed for the Kendal podcast series. Apple iPod owners, subscribe to the Kendal podcast series in the Apple iTunes Music Store. Keywords: geriatrics, gerontology, senior citizen, elder care, parents, aging, nursing home, retirement community, CCRC, assisted living, kendal, quaker, aged, Alzheimers, dementia, broken hip, fractured hip, aging in place Technorati Tags: geriatrics,gerontology,senior citizen,elder care,parents,aging,nursing home,retirement community,CCRC,assisted living,kendal,quaker,aged,Alzheimers,dementia,broken hip,fractured hip,aging in place LiveJournal Tags: geriatrics,gerontology,senior citizen,elder care,parents,aging,nursing home,retirement community,CCRC,assisted living,kendal,quaker,aged,Alzheimers,dementia,broken hip,fractured hip,aging in place del.icio.us Tags: geriatrics,gerontology,senior citizen,elder care,parents,aging,nursing home,retirement community,CCRC,assisted living,kendal,quaker,aged,Alzheimers,dementia,broken hip,fractured hip,aging in place   Produced in the studios of Professional Podcasts LLC, Cherry Hill, NJ.

Collaborative patient care models that empower the primary care nurse to communicate patient needs to physicians has not only improved patient care and outcomes but also fostered a cultural change at Hackensack University Medical Center, explains Lenore Blank, a nurse practitioner and administrative manager of HUMC's heart failure and pulmonary hypertension team. Her team is part of Pursuing Perfection, a healthcare quality initiative from the Institute of Healthcare Improvement. As HUMC creates the partnerships mandated by Pursuing Perfection, it is extending the knowledge and benefits they've gained with other organizations -- and reducing hospital readmissions in the process. Blank, Michelle Gilbert, Donna Isgett, and Leanne Huminski will describe how their organizations are implementing perfect care processes in heart failure and medication management with details on how they've implemented their programs and the results they are achieving during a August 22, 2007 audio conference, Pursuing Perfect Care: Improving Chronic Care Outcomes by Treating the Whole Patient.

Robots -- dispensing meds in the pharmacy, assisting in the operating room, and even facilitating remote doctors' rounds -- is just one example of the technology supporting quality initiatives at Hackensack University Medical Center (HUMC), explained Regina Berman, administrative director for performance improvement. As the top earner in the CMS/Premier Pay for Performance project for two years running, HUMC has seen a "reverse migration" of patients who used to head to New York for medical care, said Ms. Berman. Its bariatric surgery program draws patients from around the nation, and its cancer center 100 attracts new patients each week. Just 10 miles from the Big Apple, HUMC has been cited by Business Week magazine for its technology initiatives and by New York magazine as one of the top 10 hospitals where physicians would go for their own care. She attributes the success of HUMC to involvement and commitment of front-line staff. Jim Bente, Memorial's vice president of quality and organizational development, Berman, and Liz Popwell, Cleveland County Healthcare Systems' vice president of systems management gave us the inside details on how these hospitals have structured their internal processes to support an environment of performance improvement that has led to quality incentive payments from CMS under the Hospital Quality Improvement program during an April 18, 2007 audio conference, How to Structure a Healthcare Performance Improvement Process That Results in Incentive Payments.