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Is the viral lemon garlic cold remedy all it's cracked up to be? As it's the official first day of winter, Virtua nurse practitioner Samantha McAdams shares her thoughts on staying healthy through the cold season. #coldremedies #naturalcoldremedy #naturalremedies #homeremedies #coldremedy

For the record, Anna and Jeff Porch are in a league of their own. In this special episode of "Here for Good: Inside Edition," Dennis chats with the podcast's first-ever couple! Discover how their shared passions—both at Virtua and on the softball field—make Anna and Jeff the ultimate team! Catch the full episode: https://lnkd.in/ekeax-hy

Our hearts, and calendars, have been full with so many cardiology milestones and events! Dr. Luai Tabaza hosted his first cardiovascular education course at Virtua Marlton Hospital, sharing best practices and innovative procedural techniques. The first patient was enrolled in the SPYRAL AFFIRM clinical study, which evaluates the long-term safety, efficacy, and durability of the Medtronic Symplicity Spyral Renal Denervation System. Dr. Dan Choi, Theresa Rowe, and Jessica Kernizan celebrated their 4th LVAD implantation, which helps the heart pump oxygenated blood to the body when the heart isn't healthy enough to do so. Our Structural Heart Program was recognized and awarded during this year's American Heart Association Conference. We were one of 23 hospital systems in the country to receive this recognition. And last but not least, we recently held our annual Shop with the Doc event, where Dr. Joshua Crasner, Virtua cardiologist, and Claire Rudden, registered dietician, showed our neighbors how to navigate the grocery store for healthy options.

A new, high-tech program enables patients to interact with a medical expert via the TV in the patient’s hospital room. The initiative enhances patient support and communication, and far-away loved ones can even join these virtual meetings.   The program, now available in select Virtua hospital units, will expand to more units and uses over time. In fact, Virtua is the first health system in Greater Philadelphia to commit to transforming nearly every inpatient room into a “smart” room with virtual care capabilities. Read more: https://bit.ly/3P0CsKd

You may notice some new, friendly faces at Virtua Female Pelvic Medicine! We’re thrilled to announce that our team has nearly doubled in size, making it easier than ever for women in South Jersey to access the care they need. With convenient locations in Cherry Hill, Moorestown, and Sewell, our specialists are dedicated to diagnosing and treating pelvic floor disorders, including incontinence, pelvic pain, and pelvic prolapse. Known for their expertise, compassion, and patient-centered care, our team is here to support you every step of the way. We’re so excited to grow our Virtua family and continue providing exceptional care for women in our community! Connect with our team here: https://bit.ly/4gzxFeA

Ryan Younger, VP of strategic marketing, is one of several health care leaders nationwide to describe notable 2024 achievements to Becker's Healthcare Review. Ryan cites "growing tertiary programs, enhancing quality outcomes, improving the experience, advancing health equity and creating new models of care," and how the marketing and communications team supports these advancements through research and strategy. Read more in Becker's Hospital Review: https://bit.ly/4ghS0VV

Recently, the Special Care Nursery (SCN) family grew with the addition of incredible new nursing staff. To ensure they felt confident and ready to provide exceptional care, our shared governance team designed something special... Enter: a hands-on simulation lab! Using realistic scenarios with a doll and supplies, they covered critical skills like central line maintenance, chest tube care, developmental positioning, and more. The results? Confidence soared, and our new nurses felt empowered to tackle the challenges of the SCN. These innovative simulations continue to benefit the entire team, ensuring we deliver the best care every step of the way. It's for this reason, and many more, that we're proud to present this team with our WE Award for Continuous Learning and Innovation!

We kept it out of the kitchen and on point at our ‘Pickleball with a Doc’ event! Dr. Marc Harwood from Virtua Reconstructive Orthopedics broke down the secrets to avoiding sports injuries, and a pickleball instructor helped attendees master their swings. Thanks for making this event such a hit!

Can we get a round of applause, a standing ovation, some high fives, a few fist bumps, three cheers, a huzzah, or whatever feels right for our recent Our Lady of Lourdes School of Nursing graduates? From all of us at Virtua, congrats on this tremendous achievement, we can't wait to see what's next!