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Shedding Her Cocoon

"I was hiding for years and now I’ve shed my cocoon."
A Branchburg Resident Loses 115 Pounds Following Gastric Sleeve Surgery and Embraces a New Life. For years, Kathy Hein hid ...
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When Valve Replacement is the Best Option - Paul's Story

“The care I received at The Beth was superb, and the nurses were amazing; no matter if it was early in the morning or in the middle of the night, they cared and were very present for me.”
The replacement of a faulty heart valve allowed Paul to return to his active lifestyle. Paul F. was the image of perfect health. ...
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A New Lease on Life

After weight loss and hip replacement surgeries, Janet's health was transformed.
Janet Scratchley, 57, struggled with her weight her entire life. “I’ve gained and lost weight many times, and I thought that was ...
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How 3D Mammography Saved Her Life

“I consider my medical team a very compassionate and encouraging part of my recovery,” added Martha.
Technological advancements in breast cancer detection saved Martha Diaz’s life. “How do I tell my children I have breast ...
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Learning to Thrive at 31-Weeks

“Having a child in the NICU was an emotional rollercoaster, and the staff was an amazing support system getting me through every step,” added Tanisha.
After spending over two months in the NICU, Omari Anderson is an energetic and healthy four-year-old. Only 31-weeks into her ...
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Redefining a Life with Hemophilia

“In a strange way, I am grateful to have Hemophilia A as it has made me more aware of my body, my diet, my exercise and has helped me to push to the next level,” said Juan.
Hemophilia does not slow down Juan Moreno’s active lifestyle. Juan Moreno never wanted to be defined by his hemophilia, a ...
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A New Person

"The transformation makes me feel like a new person."
Joe Rosania weighed 400 pounds and had tried multiple diets before consulting with Clara Maass Medical Center's Director of ...
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Breaking the Cycle of Eating Disorders - Cassie's Story

I thought my meal plan had too much food initially. I didn’t want to hear that behaviors I felt were OK weren’t normal. But my team continued to support and teach me, even in my worst moments.
A Medical, Therapeutic and Nutritional Approach Helps Patients With Eating Disorders Thrive Again. “Food is my medicine.” It’s a ...
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The Power of Precision

An advanced type of radiation therapy helped one young woman beat a life-threatening brain cancer.
After finishing work one day in October 2017, Tamara Francis, a 32-year-old graduate student who was earning her master’s degree ...
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