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The Gift of Life: Ronald's Story

“After my first appointment, I was already excited about donating a kidney,” Sheila says. “But when I learned more about Ron through DOVE, then I knew it was really meant to be.”
A woman's organ donation gives a veteran a new chance to care for his family. As a husband, father and Navy veteran, Ronald ...
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Back in the Saddle

“I’m so grateful to Dr. Kayiaros,” Cheryl says. “He’s an artist, and his staff is great, too. Having this surgery was the best decision I ever made.”
Cheryl Allen-Munley of Tewksbury never imagined she’d need a hip replacement, let alone two. Until 2022, the now-68-year-old ...
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An Easy-To-Swallow Solution

When Gerald Corrado developed a rare swallowing disorder called achalasia, a highly specialized procedure called POEM helped his esophagus empty its contents.
An advanced procedure restores normal food movement through the esophagus. In spring 2020, Gerald (Jerry) Corrado and his wife, ...
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A Breath of Fresh Air – Bryce’s Story

“I’m so thankful for them,” says Yvette. “Without them, there would be no Bryce.”
An innovative surgery allows a child with a life-threatening disorder to breathe on his own. Yvette Barnett-Somers of Essex ...
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Managing an Eating Disorder

“The Eating Disorders Program gave me tools that I didn’t have before to be able to live my life and trust that I’ll continue to be healthy.”
A woman learns behavioral skills to improve her health at a specialized inpatient program. From the time she was 11, Kristen ...
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Back to Active

“My experience—from the first time I met a doctor to my follow-up visits—was extremely positive.”
At late middle age, former gymnast Cheryll still thrives on physical challenges. In addition to working out daily, she stays ...
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Living Proof: New Jersey Woman Recovers from Colorectal Cancer

"I am making it a point to make it more common for people to talk about the importance of this lifesaving test."
When Elaine Griffin noticed changes in her bowel habits, unexplained weight loss, and increased fatigue, she knew something was ...
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Teen Thrives with Multidisciplinary Orthopedic Care

"James was able to reach his goals."
In the video above, Janelle Lenzo-Werner, Occupational Therapy Supervisor at Children’s Specialized Hospital, describes how ...
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A Journey to Wellness with the Power of a Collaborative Approach

Dr. Mehta didn’t just help me treat my symptoms—she empowered me to reclaim my health and my life.
When Susan visited her primary care provider, Jasmeet Mehta, MD, Primary Care, a member of RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group ...
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