Cooper University Health Care

Cooper was a proud sponsor of the 9/11 Heroes Run in Pennsauken. It was a great morning spent with our community. Congrats to all of the runners and walkers!

As part of Johns Hopkins Activity and Mobility Promotion and safe patient handling education during Patient Care Services (PCS) orientation, members of the Cooper Rehabilitation team introduced the program and demonstrated techniques to prevent injuries and improve patient outcomes for inpatients whose mobility may be affected by their hospital stay. Engaging patients in movement during their hospital stay helps prevent blood clots, pneumonia, and muscle weakness, which in turn helps patients regain their strength and independence, making the transition back home smoother. Thank you to our Cooper Rehabilitation team members: Jamie Rubino, Sebastian Aksamit, Rebecca Ritsick, Ryan Murphy, Sarah Abbott, Arianna Thomas, and Christina Colclough, who led the training sessions. An additional thank you to our newest PCS team members for their enthusiastic participation.

Please join us for our upcoming CME activity on Saturday, November 2, 2024: Mid-Atlantic Mechanical Circulatory Support Conference. This program will feature cardiac critical care intensivists, cardiac surgeons, interventional cardiologist, cardiology heart-failure specialist, perfusionist, and pharmacists. Physicians will receive 8.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ upon completion of an evaluation. Find the full schedule of presentations and list of faculty speakers, plus registration information, here: https://bit.ly/4dPtE4B

On Friday, August 30, surgical oncologists at MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper used histotripsy, an innovative noninvasive technology that uses sound waves to destroy cancerous liver tumors, to treat a patient. This makes MD Anderson at Cooper one of only 20 cancer centers worldwide, and the first in New Jersey and the Philadelphia region, to offer this treatment. Learn more about how histotripsy works and the significant advantages it has for patients here: https://bit.ly/4g5VfAp

Join Cooper as a Clinical Nurse Educator, where you will work closely with Cooper’s nursing leadership team and the entire educator workforce to influence the professional development of experienced and new-to-practice registered nurses. Applicants must have a Master of Science in Nursing or be currently enrolled. Cooper offers: 📅 Flexible work schedules. 🚑 Clinically diverse patient care units. 🤝 Collaborative work environment that promotes ongoing professional development. Apply today: https://bit.ly/4e4dc0k

Kicking off #WomenInMedicineMonth with the news that on September 1, Pauline Germaine, DO, a diagnostic radiologist at Cooper, became the first female Professor of Radiology in the history of her department! Along with our congratulations on this achievement, we thank Dr. Germaine for sharing these important stats about the representation of women in radiology, and for her dedication to moving the field forward. Way to go!

On this International Overdose Awareness Day, Cooper’s Center for Healing joins the global community in raising awareness about overdose, honoring the lives lost, and acknowledging the grief of affected families and friends. Overdoses are preventable, and through education, support, medical treatment and compassionate care, we can make a significant impact. As we recognize International Overdose Awareness Day, Cooper University Health Care and the Center for Healing reaffirm our commitment to combating the overdose epidemic through comprehensive care, community collaboration, and research. The significant reduction in overdose deaths in Camden County underscores the power of collective action and evidence-based interventions. We remain dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by substance use disorders and continuing our work with community partners to create lasting, positive change. Together, we can prevent overdoses, save lives, and build a healthier future for all.

Join Cooper’s clinical educator team to advance your career and influence the professional development of experienced and new-to-practice nurses. Applicants should have a master's degree in nursing or be currently enrolled. Positions for night shifts are available. Cooper offers: 💰 Market-Leading RN Wages ❤️ Comprehensive Safety Program 🤝 Exceptional Staffing Levels Apply today: https://bit.ly/3ACoIRZ

“Homelessness and poor health often become a vicious cycle,” said Matthew S. Salzman, MD, an emergency medicine physician at Cooper University Health Care and medical director of research at the Center for Healing. “Lack of housing can negatively affect health and access to health care. Those experiencing homelessness often cannot access nutritious food or hygiene facilities, or stay on track with needed medications, appointments, and procedures — making them even less able to access employment and housing. The Housing First model we’re highlighting at this symposium is an evidence-based solution designed to break this cycle.” Read more: https://bit.ly/4750Fr4

🌍 🌏 🌎 Do you know of a vendor or business with non-edible products that represent any nationality, ethnicity, or cultural expression around the globe? Think Baltic amber jewelry, Greek worry beads, Caribbean shell ornaments, African wood carvings, Japanese origami, Pride window clings, Icelandic wool sweaters, Argentinian leather. If so, get in touch! Cooper University Health Care and its team resource groups (TRGs) sponsor multicultural events for team members at various times during the year. We are looking for vendors who are interested in participating in our events at locations throughout South Jersey. Please note: Cooper does not charge fees for vendor participation. All sales are the vendors’ to keep. Vendors: Please fill out the following form by September 1 https://bit.ly/3YMZNFt For questions, please contact Francess Bowen-Metzger at [email protected].