Beautifully Ugly Christmas Sweaters
The spirit of the season was portrayed in sweaters on Dec. 21 for the Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest. While everyone looked great in their gaudy, glittering garments, two contestants prevailed. First place went to Ruth Ann Fedora, RN, (second from left) and the Runner Up was Unit Clerk Sue Heller fourth from left).Read More
Fast-Acting Nurse Saves Family Friend
Andrea Pelura, RN, became an SMC Emergency Department nurse in June 2020. She became Anthony Wright’s angel in July 2021. And recently, she became the November Blue Violet Award for Nursing Excellence winner. Wright, of Carneys Point, was playing in a Corn Hole Tournament at Sakima Country Club when he experienced a massive cardiac arrest….Read More
Seasonal Safety Smarts
While winter’s ice and snow can deliver beautiful scenery, it can also create treacherous conditions. “From broken bones caused by falls to pulled muscles from shoveling, we see plenty of winter injuries each year that could be prevented,” said ED Director Paul Karagiannis, MD. Follow these tips for a safer winter: Tread Carefully – When…Read More
Salem Medical Center to Merge with Inspira
Salem Medical Center and Inspira Health have signed a definitive agreement whereby SMC will join the Inspira Health Network. The transaction is expected to be completed following review and approval by the New Jersey Attorney General in 2022. “This is a historic moment,” said SMC Board of Trustees Chairman William J. Colgan. “Our decision to…Read More
SMC Health Physicians Welcomes New Nurse Practitioner
Debby Frazier, MSN, FNP-C, first worked at Salem Medical Center in 1974 as a Respiratory Therapist. She returned in 1988 nurse as a nurse in the ICU and surgical units. Recently, she returned to serve as Nurse Practitioner in the SMC Health Physician office of Denis Tavani, MD. Frazier brings years of healthcare experience and…Read More
The Power is in Your Hands
Germs that cause respiratory infections such as COVID-19 enter the body through three porous areas — the eyes, nose, and mouth. According to the American Medical Association, studies show that people touch their face near the eyes, nose and mouth more than 15 times an hour which could amount to up to 230 times a…Read More
Letter to Dr. Tammy Torres,
Dear Dr. Tammy Torres, I wanted to send a thank you to 3North. My mom was up there from June 2 to June 5. We put her on hospice while there and she passed away on the June 5. Everyone was so helpful during this difficult time. They made sure mom was comfortable and that…Read More
SMC Health Physicians Welcomes New Provider
Joseph F. Girone, MD, CRC SMC Health Physicians welcomes Dr. Joseph F. Girone to Swedesboro Primary Care. Having been born and raised in the greater South Jersey/Philadelphia area, Dr. Girone, fondly called “Dr. Joe” by his patients, has built a career on improving the level of care both in primary care as a general internist…Read More
Create Happy Memories with Safe Gifts
Each holiday season, while children’s eyes are twinkling at the thought of receiving new toys and games, they are unaware of the dangers some gifts pose. Prevent Blindness America observes Safe Toys and Gifts Awareness Month each December to emphasize the importance of giving children suitable, safe gifts. “It’s critical to consider the safety and…Read More
Hurray! Circle of Friends is Back!
The Salem Circle of Friends is a social group sponsored by SMC and Salem Community College that brings seniors together to enjoy luncheons, hear featured speakers, and attend special events all focused on living an active, healthy life. To kick off the group’s return, a Christmas luncheon will be held on Dec. 10 from noon…Read More