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Forever Fit: Fitness Classes
This fun fitness class is designed for mature
adults. Classes include a combination
of stretching, low-impact aerobics, and
strengthening exercises. Call Meridian Life
Fitness at 732-295-1778 for fees and details.
pressure screenings will also be provided.
November 7, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Meridian Fitness and Wellness at Hazlet
December 19, 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Family Resource Center at the Ocean Club,
Stafford Township
Wellness Goals for 2013
Learn the steps to achieve your fitness and
weight-loss goals in the upcoming year.
December 10, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Meridian Life Fitness, Point Pleasant Beach
Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays
8:30 – 9:30 a.m.
Stafford Community Center, Manahawkin
Tuesdays, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Fridays, 11:00 a.m. – noon
St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, Waretown
Mondays and Fridays, 7:45 – 8:45 a.m.
Barnegat Community Center, Barnegat
WEIGHT-LOSS SURGERY
Weight-LOSS Surgery: The FACTS
Karl Strom, M.D., medical director of the
Bariatric Center of Excellence at Southern
Ocean Medical Center and Bayshore
Community Hospital, and surgeons
Jonathan Reich, M.D., and Silvia Fresco,
M.D., will host educational programs on the
benefits of weight-loss surgery.
November 1, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Bayshore Community Hospital
Ground Floor Conference Room
November 13, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
December 11, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Ramada Inn, 2373 U.S. 9, Toms River
November 14, December 12, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Southern Ocean Medical Center
November 15, December 20, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Meridian Fitness and Wellness Center at Hazlet
November 20, December 18, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Meridian Life Fitness, Point Pleasant
Options for Weight-LOSS
Surgery
Join Seth Kipnis, M.D., for this program on
the benefits of weight-loss surgery.
November 14, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
December 5, 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Jersey Shore University Medical Center
Brennan Rooms 104/105
GENERAL WELLNESS
Home Care Services: Need a
Little Extra Help?
Meridian At Home will be available to answer
questions, provide valuable information, and
demonstrate the latest home technologies,
medical equipment, and more. Free blood
TIPS FOR A HEALTHY
THANKSGIVING
Join registered dietician Tanya Werkman
and learn how to enjoy lighter versions of
traditional holiday favorites.
November 14, 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Meridian Fitness and Wellness Center at Hazlet
BROWN BAG YOUR
MEDICATIONS
Bring in your medications and supplements
and have them reviewed by a registered
pharmacist, who will discuss medication
interactions and taking medications
properly, as well as the interaction of
supplements. Registration is required.
November 16, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Jersey Shore University Medical Center
Lance Auditorium
ALL ABOUT HERNIAS
Join surgeon Lauren Fischer, M.D., as
she discusses causes, prevention, and
treatment options for hernias.
November 27, 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Meridian Fitness and Wellness at Hazlet
VARICOSE Veins: Causes and
Treatment Options
Varicose veins are dilated veins in your leg
that may cause mild to severe pain. Come
hear vascular surgeon Lawrence Mueller,
M.D., explain what varicose veins are, their
causes, and the latest treatment options.
Free screenings will be provided.
November 29
Lecture: 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Screenings: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Jersey Shore University Medical Center
Brennan Rooms 104/105
December 20
Lecture: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Screenings: 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Jersey Shore University Medical Center
Brennan Rooms 104/105
GERD: Acid Reflux Disease
Are you suffering from heartburn or acid
reflux? Join David Hyppolite, M.D., and
learn the signs and symptoms and the
latest treatment options for GERD.
December 7, 11:00 a.m. – noon
Meridian Fitness and Wellness Center
at Hazlet
MERIDIAN PROGRAMS
AND SERVICES
Booker Health SCIENCES
Library Home Delivery
The Booker Health Sciences Library at
Jersey Shore University Medical Center
accepts requests from anyone looking to
learn more about a medical topic, disease,
or condition. The library sends a packet
of reliable information to you at no cost.
Contact the library by:
Phone: 732-776-4265
Fax: 732-776-4530
Email: jsumclibrary@meridianhealth.com
Clinical Trials
Choosing to participate in a clinical trial is
an important personal decision. To learn
more about current clinical trials available
at Meridian Health, please visit us at
MeridianHealth.com, call 732-776-2953,
or email us at clinicaltrials@
meridianhealth.com.
CPR Training
All Meridian hospitals are American Heart
Association CPR training centers. Call for
dates, times, locations, and classes offered.
Infectious Disease Clinic
Exams, testing, and treatment of sexually
transmitted and other infectious diseases
are available at this clinic, located at Jersey
Shore University Medical Center. Call
732-774-0151 to schedule a free,
confidential appointment.
Support Groups
Meridian offers support groups for
bereavement; caregivers; diabetes; anorexia
and bulimia; breast, lung, prostate, thyroid,
and other cancers; Alzheimer’s disease;
stroke; Parkinson’s disease; sleep disorders;
celiac disease; Mended Hearts; weight loss;
and more. Call for more information, dates,
and times.
Meridian HealthViews • November/December 2012
Call 1-800-DOCTORS or 1-800-560-9990 to register for programs.
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