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Harnessing the Power of Image-Guided Technologies for Cancer Treatment

Most people are familiar with diagnostic radiology procedures like X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs. When these image-based techniques are used to guide a minimally invasive procedure intended to diagnose or treat a condition, it’s called interventional radiology. For patients with cancer, this approach – often referred to as interventional oncology – can mean a wider ...

Finding Peace in Mindfulness

Mindfulness is about bringing your attention and focus to the present moment. Through mindfulness, we calmly acknowledge thoughts, feelings, and bodily sensations without judgment, according to CentraState behavioral health specialist Amy Metzger, MSW, LCSW, CTTS. It’s hitting the pause button and allowing yourself to be completely present to engage all five senses—with benefits ranging from ...

Your Health Handled – Here’s How

We can’t predict the future, but we can predict that it will be a lot better if you’re healthier. You can start by checking important healthcare-related items off your to-do list.  Whether it’s going for screenings, getting a physical, or finally doing something about that bad knee, let’s take care of your health. Get Your ...

Telemedicine Services Provide Comfort and Care

Several CentraState medical practices are offering virtual healthcare services, allowing patients to connect with board-certified primary care and specialty physicians for preventive services, chronic care follow-up, and management of acute issues. The platform includes tools for tracking COVID-19 symptoms. “We’re here to maintain continuity of care no matter what obstacles come our way,” says Robert ...

Leadership During Crisis: Adaptability Makes New Care Pathways Possible

When James Matera, DO (above right), took over the role of chief medical officer at CentraState in March 2019, little did he know that his leadership skills would be put to the ultimate test a year later. While the COVID-19 crisis challenged the medical center, Dr. Matera and other clinical and administrative leaders quickly developed ...

Mask Up: Protect Yourself and Others

The purpose of wearing a face mask is simple: to protect yourself and others. Medical professionals wear masks when in surgery or performing procedures for this very reason.  With the COVID-19 pandemic still affecting our lives, it is crucial for our community to do their part in the overall safety of our neighbors, our country ...

Good Neighbors: Community Support Lifted Spirits, Bolstered Defenses

When faced with the fear and unknown of the novel coronavirus this spring, the community stepped up in the most heroic of ways—with everyone playing a role in the fight against COVID-19. Through the CentraState Healthcare Foundation, businesses and organizations donated personal protective equipment (PPE), while local community members took to their sewing machines and ...

Bolster Your Immunity with Summer’s Bounty

Summer may signal the start of hot, hazy days, but it also heralds the arrival of a bounty of fresh, colorful foods. Summer produce is filled with nutrients that can give your immune system the boost it needs to function at its best and help protect you from illness. Caryn Alter, MS, RD, FAND, a ...

Social Distancing Can’t Derail Rehabilitation Progress

On the last day of a 39-year career in New York City, Joe Santos was ready to enjoy his retirement. But just several hours later, as he was folding laundry at his home in Freehold, his left arm and left leg began tingling and became difficult to move—and he knew he could be having a ...

Lifesaving Care in the Community

Leader of Breast Cancer Nonprofit Shares Her Own Survivorship Story As the executive director of Susan G. Komen New Jersey, a nonprofit organization dedicated to ending breast cancer, lifelong Freehold resident and CentraState volunteer Suzanne Corson, 41, has advocated for women’s health and shared many stories of breast cancer for nearly a decade. She never ...

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