Word is getting around: SMC is a great place to get the COVID-19 vaccine. Patients have sent many letters, notes and messages of thanks. Here are some of their thoughts.   Thank you, SMC COVID-19 team, for your dedicated service and commitment in vaccinating our county. The staff was out in the sleet, snow and…Read More…

What originally began as a project to contend with the COVID-19 pandemic has now provided a major restructuring for SMC’s Telemetry/MedSurg Unit. “The project allowed an upgrade to our telemetry system,” said Chief Nursing Officer Ekene Ejimofor, DNP, MHM, RN. “The departments previously known as 2 North and 3 North were merged into one unit…Read More…

SMC’s Behavioral Health service is now up and running on the recently remodeled fourth floor. From top to bottom, the Unit is bright, welcoming and safe for patients and staff alike. “The designers integrated calming colors from the walls to the furniture all while keeping the patients’ safety a top priority,” said Dr. Tammy Torres,…Read More…

In addition to receiving care from Cooper University Hospital doctors in the Emergency Department, SMC patients now have access to Cooper University Hospital’s Teleneurology Services with the addition of Neurologist Rachel Wiegand, MS, PA-C. Wiegand — a Cooper University Hospital staff member — has joined SMC providing support in the clinical specialty of Neurology. Wiegand…Read More…

The Best of Salem County contest is upon us, and SMC is well represented on the ballot. Voting begins April 1 and continues through April 30. To vote, go to www.SalemCountyChamber.com. This year’s voting is online only. SMC is represented in the following categories: Eye Care Mazzuca Eye and Laser Center Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy…Read More…

As we welcome spring to Salem County, we also welcome a new service line to our medical center – behavioral health. With the opening of our 26-bed adult voluntary Psychiatric Unit – located on the fourth floor of the hospital – SMC meets an urgent need for mental health services in the region. In addition,…Read More…

SMC honored its doctors on the 30th anniversary of National Doctor’s Day, March 30. The medical staff was presented with gifts, in addition to enjoying a special brunch and lunch. Thank you, doctors!  Read More…

Have you been told you snore? Are you often tired or fatigued during the day? Do you periodically stop breathing while asleep? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may benefit from a sleep study at SMC’s Sleep Center. “About one in five adults have symptoms of sleep apnea — nearly 40…Read More…

For Linda Adams of Carneys Point, life after bariatric surgery is “absolutely wonderful.” “It’s the best thing I’ve ever done in my entire life,” said Adams, who turns 68 in May. Adams first encountered Bariatric Surgeon Harish Kakkilaya, MD, when her daughter had bariatric surgery four years ago. “She told me he was the best…Read More…

SALEM, NJ — Salem Medical Center is pleased to announce the New Jersey Department of Health has approved the opening of the medical center’s 26-bed adult Psychiatric Inpatient Unit. The Unit is currently accepting patients. “This expansion of services is part of our commitment to meet community needs – and there is no more important…Read More…