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The new partnership means more clinical trials—and cutting-edge care.
The RWJBH/Rutgers partnership will improve the ability of researchers to
get grants for research and clinical studies. “We have this huge and diverse population—a major strength to bring to clinical trials,” says Brian Strom, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Science Chancellor. The result: better medical and social services for patients, and exciting new opportunities for medical researchers and students.
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The RWJBH/Rutgers partnership means more of the best and brightest medical students will be trained and make their careers in New Jersey.
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The Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey is the state’s only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center
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To be invested by RWJBarnabas Health in the education and research mission of the integrated academic health system, over 20 years
RWJBH has pledged $10 million to encourage Rutgers medical students to remain in New Jersey after they complete their education. At the same time, Monmouth Medical Center (MMC), an RWJBH facility, has become the regional campus for medical education for Rutgers Robert Wood
Johnson Medical School. As a result, dozens of students will
complete their clinical rotations at MMC. System-wide,
RWJBH will work with Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson
Medical School to train and educate more than 1,000
medical residents and interns throughout
our hospitals each year.
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A partnership of this scope involves significant investments of capital, people, space and time. Here’s a look at some key figures that illustrate these dimensions.
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New high-caliber principal investigators to be recruited by Rutgers over 10 years, doubling its research portfolio
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RWJBarnabas Health (RWJBH) and Rutgers University have formed an exclusive partnership, integrating the vast
resources of both institutions to create the
largest academic healthcare system in the state.
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Dr. Brian Strom, Chancellor, Rutgers Biomedical and Health
Sciences; Barry Ostrowsky, President and CEO, RWJBarnabas Health; and Robert Barchi, President, Rutgers University explain how this new partnership will change the future of healthcare.
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To find out whether bariatric surgery is right for you, attend one of our FREE informational seminars. There, you’ll have an opportunity to have all your questions answered personally by our team of bariatric experts.
The Health Benefits of
For those who meet the eligibility criteria, bariatric surgery is a safe and effective treatment for obesity—but choosing the right surgical option can be challenging. Each procedure offers its own unique sets of pros and cons. Here are some important differences among them to consider.
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Whether you’re eligible for one or more of the available
weight-loss surgical procedures can be determined only
after an individual consultation with one of our
board-certified bariatric surgeons. Generally speaking,
there are several eligibility criteria:
• Age 18 or older
• BMI of 40 or more
• BMI of 35 or more plus related health conditions, such
as type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea, high blood pressure or heart disease
• Obesity-related health problems, such as joint disease or infertility
• Unsuccessful attempts to lose weight in the past
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Gastric Bypass
A portion of the stomach is converted into a small pouch and connected to the small intestine. Pros: This procedure usually delivers the greatest and most profound results in terms of both weight loss and improving or curing secondary medical conditions. Cons: Relative to the other options, gastric bypass is the most invasive, and cannot be reversed. Because food goes through the digestive track quickly, fewer nutrients are absorbed so patients must take vitamin supplements for life.
Similar to gastric bypass, but the pouch is a bit larger, and the procedure is done using a minimally invasive, laparoscopic approach. Pros: Often a good option for patients who may be at higher risk for complications during surgery, while still providing faster results than gastric banding. Cons: Like gastric bypass the procedure is irreversible. If proper post-surgical diet is not maintained, the remaining part of the stomach can stretch and increase in size, leading to possible re-gaining of weight.
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A local resident improves type 2 diabetes and regains vitality after losing more than 100 pounds with gastric bypass surgery.
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An adjustable, inflatable band is placed around the stomach, dividing the stomach into a smaller upper section and a larger lower section. Food passes through the smaller section first, causing patients to feel fuller faster. Pros: Procedure is completely reversible, less invasive and offers quicker recovery times. The band can be adjusted to modify treatment as needed, via saline injections. Cons: Weight loss is slower compared to more invasive approaches, and therefore so, too, is the resolution of any existing medical complications from being overweight.
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From head to toe, in both body and mind, obesity can affect your health in a host of secondary—and serious—ways. Here’s a look at just how much improvement can be achieved in those conditions through bariatric surgery and its subsequent weight loss.
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The benefits of significant weight loss from bariatric surgery run far deeper than the superficial changes to appearance and clothing size that you might expect. Unchecked, obesity can cause or worsen an array of diseases and conditions. The good news is that most of them can be resolved—in some cases, even cured—thanks to bariatric surgery.
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This guide is intended to provide general information about surgical weight loss. Please check with your insurance provider for specific coverage criteria.
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