When Burlington Township’s Sherry Lewis discovered she had her first kidney stone, she had no idea that she would become the first patient at Salem Medical Center to experience the innovative Soltive Laser System by Olympus—a new generation of laser described by urologist Dr. Stuart Diamond as a “game changer.” She’ll tell you that the…Read More

While much of the world is beginning to open up, there are still some people stuck working from home or those who are not getting out due to the remaining restrictions. FOX Rehabilitation Director Scott Laraus said there are simple ways to stay active and healthy while at home. “If you’re working from home, walk…Read More

Dr. Paul (Kouyoumdji) and Nurse Annemarie (Halstead) are heroes. Their office stayed open for kids during COVID-19. Dr. Paul has been my doctor since I was a baby. He was in the room when I was born. Annemarie is a great nurse and gives me my shots to stay healthy. Dr. Paul told me how…Read More

On June 3, SMC held a Farewell Luncheon for former Manager of Facilities Steve Hegeman (center). Hegeman had been a member of the SMC family for more than 13 years.        Read More

It’s been more than three months since the first COVID-19 case presented itself in New Jersey. Since then, more than 169,000 people have contracted the virus statewide. Across the globe, celebrities like actor Tom Hanks and CNN Anchor Chris Cuomo had it. British Prime Minister Boris Johnson had it, too. So did DJ Jazzy Jeff….Read More

Kimberly R. Mack, APN-BC, brings more than 25 years of nursing experience to SMC Health Physicians — Swedesboro Family Practice. Kimberly holds a master’s degree in nursing from Walden University, Minnesota, with a concentrated study in Acute Care Adult Gerontology, and a master’s degree in Business Health Administration and Healthcare Management from the University of…Read More

While the world deals with the COVID-19 pandemic, it can be easy to forget other aspects of staying healthy.  Colon cancer is a serious health crisis in its own right. SMC Gastroenterologist Dr. Henry C. Ho said colorectal cancer is one of the most common cancers, yet it’s also one of the most preventable. “Colorectal…Read More

The community support hasn’t wavered since the COVID-19 crisis began. Businesses and individuals have donated essential PPE as well as meals and homemade gifts to the SMC staff. We can’t thank you all enough.  – Woodruff Decorating Center-Bridgeton – Mannington Mills – Chick-Fil-A at Berlin-Cross Keys – Joyce Huizing and Tom Cogan – Green Technology…Read More

As exciting as it is to have Dr. Harish Kakkilaya back on the SMC team, perhaps none are more excited than the surgical nurses who work closely with him — some who have been his very own patients. Linda Harmon: “Dr. Kakkilaya is a great asset for Salem Medical Center and has been welcomed back…Read More

Lee Paulding has a long history with SMC. He was born here.  SMC’s Biomedical Engineer, Paulding trained in electronics while in the US Army from 1973 to 1976, then entered the electronics field after he completed his service. In 1982, Lee transitioned to biomedical engineering and worked at Methodist Hospital in Philadelphia. He came to…Read More