saint barnabas wellness institute

SAINt bArNAbAS wellNeSS INStItute At the jcc

Heidi Rinsky Schnapp, M.A., CSW is available onsite in the Wellness Institute office, Monday through Friday or by appointment. Consider her a liaison between you and the extensive roster of physicians, clinicians, and medical services available at the Saint Barnabas Medical Center.

Please stop by to visit, call 973-322-5620, or email: [email protected].

*Unless noted, all programs are free of charge, compliments of Saint Barnabas Wellness Institute.

*Registration is required for all programs, as class space is limited to the first 25 people. Unless noted, to register please contact: Heidi Schnapp, JCC Health Services Navigator 973-322-5620 or [email protected].

*Please call ahead in case of inclement weather. You will be notified if there is any program change.

Blood Pressure screenings at the JccKnowing your numbers is an important part of maintaining your heart health. These free Blood Pressure Screenings are provided by Registered Nurses.

First and third Thursday of the month from 9:30–10:30am *Supported by Barnabas Health Homecare and Hospice.

Fourth Thursday of the month from 10:00–11:00am *Supported by The Heart Center at Saint Barnabas.

nutrition Mini consult (for Jcc MeMBers)*By Appointment

Eat well and feel well. Schedule a 15 minute appointment with Deanna Schweighardt, RD, Saint Barnabas Outpatient Nutritionist.

First Thursday of the month from 10:30-11:30am

Third Tuesday of the month from 10:30-11:30am

Ask the Nutritionist: Email questions to [email protected] and they will be answered by the Registered Dietitian.

To schedule an outpatient consultation with Ms. Schweighardt, please call 973-322-5776 (fee).

holistic nurse Mini consult (for Jcc MeMBers)*By appointment

An advanced practice holistic nurse from The Heart Center at Saint Barnabas is available to discuss your health habits, quality of life issues, and to provide insight into what integrative healing therapies you may find beneficial. Examples include guided imagery, acupressure, and Reiki.

Fourth Thursday of the month starting September 26, 11:00am–12:00pm

To schedule a 15-minute session, please call 973-322-5620.

WOMEN’S HEAlTH EDUCATION DEPARTMENT SAINT BARNABAS MEDICAl CENTER

For more information or to register please call 973-322-5360.

newBornMoM Breastfeeding solutionswith Dawn Cedrone, RN, MSN, IBCLC

*Daily by appointment

Through private one-to-one consultation, an IBClC-certified lactation consultant can help prevent problems and provide new moms with the breastfeeding experience they envision.

To learn more or schedule and appointment, call 973-740-0040 (fee) or visit www.newbornmomsolutions.com.

infant cPr for friends and faMilyThis entry-level course offers instruction by the CPR Training Center in child and infant CPR as well as foreign body airway obstruction (choking) training.

First & third Saturday of the Month from 10:00am–3:00pm. First Sunday of the Month from 12:30pm–5:30pm

Registration is required by calling The CPR Training Center 973-926-7407 (fee).

Meet the doulaA labor and support doula is a knowledgeable and experienced guide for childbirth. Join experienced doulas to learn more about the services and support they provide.

First Monday of the month from 6:00–8:00pm

Registration is required by calling 973-322-5360.

new MoMs’ circle and Breastfeeding suPPortThis free weekly support group is led by a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in post partum adjustment. New moms along with their babies are welcome to attend. A Breastfeeding Support Group follows.

Mondays at 10:00am

Registration is required by calling 973-322-5360.

MoMMies MoodsThis professionally led support group for new moms, focuses on mother-care rather than child-care. Discussions address issues of anxiety, sadness, irritability, and feeling scared and overwhelmed by the transition to motherhood.

Fridays 11:00am–12:30pm

For further information and registration please call lauren Meisels, PhD at 973-762-4147.

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OctOber

innovations in sPine surgery using the endoscoPeKaixuan Liu, MD, PhD, Chief Surgeon, Atlantic Spine Center

If you are considering back surgery, join us to learn more about Endoscopic Spine Surgery that uses advanced computer-assisted endoscopic instruments to provide quicker recovery, less pain, and a smaller incision than traditional spine surgery.

Oct 2 W 7:00–8:00pm

what is gluten and the gluten free diet?Margaret Weiss Masiello, RD, CDE, Kogan Celiac Center at Barnabas Health

If you are thinking about or just starting out on a gluten-free diet, it’s understandable to get confused by food labels and ingredients lists. If you have questions, let us help provide the answers.

Oct 8 Tu 7:00–8:00pm

how to tell if your Parent still has snaP: when to have a geriatric assessMentTheresa Redling, DO, FACP, Medical Director, Center for Geriatric Health and Disease Management, Saint Barnabas Medical Center

Are you concerned about an elderly loved one’s physical or mental health? learn to recognize what signs might indicate a geriatric assessment is needed.

Oct 16 W 7:00–8:00pm

cosMetic and reconstructive surgery oPtionsJeremiah Redstone, MD, Plastic Surgeon

If you are considering cosmetic surgery to enhance your appearance or reconstruction to correct a defect, choosing to have plastic surgery is an important decision. Gain insight into available techniques and procedures to get an idea about which option may benefit you the most.

Oct 17 Th 11:00am–12:00pm

weight loss surgeryPrakash Paragi, MS, MD, Director, Minimally Invasive Surgery

If you have tried and failed to lose weight, have a BMI of over 40 or a BMI of over 35 with obesity-related medical problems or are 80-100 pounds overweight, bariatric surgery may be the solution. Have your questions answered and learn more from an accomplished laparoscopic bariatric surgeon with the Saint Barnabas’s Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence.

Oct 30 W 7:00–8:00pm

NOvember

sneezes and wheezesJoanne Scasserra, CRT, RPFT, Supervisor of the Pulmonary Lab

Because the flu has no cure, prevention is considered the most effective treatment. learn what precautions you can take to avoid becoming being infected with a virus during cold and flu season.

Nov 4 M 11:00am–12:00pm

healthy eating Made easyDeanna Schweighardt, RD, Outpatient Nutritionist, Saint Barnabas Medical Center

Whether you are preparing meals at home, eating on the go, or going to a restaurant, this program will give you simple strategies to make better food choices and eat healthier.

Nov 5 Tu 7:00–8:00pm

CHIlDREN’S WEllNESS INSTITUTE

Parent suPPort grouPFacilitated by Kristen Zeleny, LCSW, Pediatric Social Worker, Pediatric Developmental Center at Saint Barnabas Medical Center

This group is for caregivers of children who struggle with medical, developmental, educational, social, and emotional issues.

Sep 25 W 9:15–11:00am

Held every other month.

ask the Pediatrician: coffee and chatKaren H. Brandstaedter, M.D., Watchung Pediatrics

Topics can include child development, sleep, eating, how to keep a child well, when to see a specialist, and so much more!

Oct 24 Th 9:15–10:30am

when to Bring your child to the eMergency rooMRobert J. Deutsch, MD, MPH, FAAP, Clinical Director - Pediatric Emergency Department

Children get sick all the time—but when is the right time to take them to the emergency room? Dr. Deutsch will provide valuable information to help parents determine if an injury or an illness needs emergency medical attention.

Oct 9 W 9:15am

*JCC Parent Place

Picky eaters; getting your child to eat veggiesDeanna Schweighardt, RD, Outpatient Nutritionist, Saint Barnabas Medical Center

It can be daunting trying to ensure a healthy diet for our children, especially when they won’t eat vegetables. Get some tips that are easy to incorporate and can really help.

Dec 17 Tu 10:30am–11:30am

*JCC Parent Place

COMMUNITY MEDICAl EDUCATION lECTURES

September

Meet the health care conciergeFor your convenience, Diane Sirna Miller, Healthcare Concierge at Barnabas Health Ambulatory Care Center, will be on site to arrange appointments for mammograms and dexa scans (used to detect osteoporosis).

Sep 17 Tu 9:00–11:00am

Back Pain? we can helPDavid G Conyack, DO, Anesthesiologist, Barnabas Health Institute for Pain Management

Don’t go on living with back pain. learn more about available treatment options including lifestyle changes, natural alternatives, medications and surgery.

Sep 25 W 7:00–8:00pm

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NOvember

lung cancer: early detectionSpeaker: Roland Romano, LPC, CTTS, RRT, Community Outreach Coordinator for the Saint Barnabas Lung Cancer Institute

The Saint Barnabas lung Cancer Institute is offering a free low-dose CT screening program for individuals who are at high-risk for developing lung cancer to identify abnormalities earlier —when it is most curable. If you are a current or former smoker, learn if you are eligible for this life-saving test.

Nov 13 W 10:00–11:00am

evidenced-Based tools to Quit sMokingSpeaker: Roland Romano, LPC, CTTS, RRT, Community Outreach Coordinator for the Saint Barnabas Lung Cancer Institute

One of the hardest addictions to shake is smoking—but quitting is the best decision you will ever make. Whether you’ve tried to quit smoking before or are thinking about it, get advice on what really works.

Nov 13 W 7:00–8:00pm

do you have trouBle going to sleeP and/or staying asleeP?Jacqueline Morgado, RPSGT, Sleep Center at Saint Barnabas Medical Center

learn how your sleep schedule, bedtime habits, and choices make a difference in the quality of your nightly sleep.

Nov 20 W 10:00–11:00am

irregular Periods - what does it Mean for My health?Serena H. Chen, MD, FACOG

Every woman’s menstrual cycle can get thrown off by a number of factors at some point. learn more about abnormal menstrual cycles and their affects on a woman’s health and fertility from a leading reproductive endocrinologist.

Nov 20 W 7:00–8:00pm

December

My aching neck!Adam Lipson, MD, FAANS, Union County Neurosurgical Associates

If you suffer from neck pain, Dr. lipson will discuss strategies to relieve neck discomfort, from lifestyle changes to surgery.

Dec 3 Tu 7:00–8:00pm

treating scoliosis in adolescentsJoshua Landa, MD, Atlantic Spine Center

If your child has been diagnosed with scoliosis, learn more about available treatment, including the use of braces and surgery.

Dec 11 W 7:00–8:00pm

December (cONtiNueD)

surgical solutions to gerdPrakash Paragi, MS, MD, Director, Minimally Invasive Surgery

If you suffer from GERD, Gastroesophageal reflux disease, and have not found relief through medications or lifestyle and diet changes, you may want to learn about surgical options. With the introduction of minimally invasive surgery for GERD, there is increasing patient and doctor satisfaction with surgical therapy and many more patients and their physicians entertain surgery as an excellent therapeutic option for GERD.

Dec 18 W 7:00–8:00pm

*Registration is required for all programs, as class space is limited to the first 25 people. Unless noted, to register please contact: Heidi Schnapp, JCC Health Services Navigator 973-322-5620 or [email protected].

*Please call ahead in case of inclement weather.

*You will be notified if there is any program change.

Women’s Health Education Department Saint Barnabas Medical Center

By appointment and/or registration required: 973-322-5360

NewBornMom Breastfeeding Solutionswith Dawn cedrone, rN, mSN, ibcLc

Monday–Friday, 10:00am–5:00pm, Saturday & Sunday 10:00am–4:00pm. By appointment only.

Infant CPRFirst & third Saturday of the month from 10:00am–3:00pm.

Registration required (fee).

First Sunday of the month from 12:30–5:30pm. Registration required (fee).

Meet the DoulaFirst Monday of the month from 6:00–8:00pm.

By appointment only.

New Moms’ CircleEvery Monday from 10:00–11:30am.

Registration required.

Breast Feeding Support GroupEvery Monday from 11:30am–12:30pm.


Mommies MoodsEvery Friday from 11:00am–12:30am.


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