Recent Posts in Orthopedics

Nov 6, 2024 - In Orthopedics Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton Reaccredited for Advanced Orthopedic Certification and Primary Stroke Certification

Hamilton Township, NJ, November 6, 2024 – Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton (RWJUH Hamilton), an RWJBarnabas Health facility, and its Orthopedic Center of Excellence recently received reaccreditations by The Joint Commission (TJC), the ...

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Nov 5, 2024 - In Orthopedics Monmouth Medical Center Delivers Excellence in Joint Replacement Surgery

David Chalnick, M.D., Medical Director of MMC’s Joint Replacement Surgery Program, is shown second from right in the hospital’s Joint and Spine Center with Chair of Orthopaedic Surgery Jason Cohen, M.D., and from right, Nicole Wilps, Joint Replacement ...

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Oct 28, 2024 - In Orthopedics RWJUH Somerset Hosts Joint Surgery Reunion Dinner

Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH) Somerset’s Joint Surgery Program recently held a reunion dinner for patients who had hip or knee replacement surgery at the hospital in the past year. The event reunited patients and their caregivers, ...

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Oct 22, 2024 - In Orthopedics Common Injuries Among Major League Baseball Players

The World Series is here, which means baseball fans are not only eager to see which team will take home the championship, but also keen to understand the physical demands placed on their favorite players. Christopher John Spagnuola, MD, an orthopedic ...

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Oct 22, 2024 - In Orthopedics Spinal Surgery and Orthopedic Innovations

Dr. Akunyili and Dr. Lazo discuss innovative orthopedic interventions and spinal surgery advances with RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group ’s John Shin, MD, Orthopedic Surgery, at Jersey City Medical Center. Learn more about Orthopedics at Jersey City Medical ...

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Oct 16, 2024 - In Orthopedics Six Keys to Safer Sports

Reducing injuries in young athletes can improve performance and boost success both on and off the field. Youth sports are an excellent way for children and adolescents to stay active, learn skills and make friends. But with any physical activity comes the ...

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Oct 14, 2024 - In Orthopedics Joint Replacement: What to Know

An Orthopedic surgeon answers questions that patients ask most. We all hope our joints will last forever. But as we age, we sometimes start to feel pain in our hips and knees. It may happen occasionally at first. Then it can become constant. Does joint ...

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Oct 3, 2024 - In Orthopedics Understanding Common Shoulder Injuries and Treatment Options

Common shoulder injuries can disrupt everyday activities, often causing pain and limiting mobility. Amish A. Naik, MD, PhD, an orthopedic surgeon with RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group who specializes in the treatment of the hand and upper extremities ...

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Oct 3, 2024 - In Orthopedics Celebrating Her Hispanic Heritage: Dr. Nicole Lopez’s Commitment to Bridging Healthcare Gaps for Hispanic Communities

National Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated annually from mid-September to mid-October, honors Hispanic Americans' rich history, culture, and contributions to the United States. It’s a time for reflection, recognition, and celebration of Hispanic ...

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