Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset

Please join us in congratulating to Annie Walters, RN, Oncology Unit, who was recently honored as Employee of the Month! 👏👏👏 A former patient relayed the following to Annie’s colleague: “Every nurse and tech on the Oncology floor has been exceptional. My father is and can be extremely challenging and the nurses have gone above and beyond. I am my father's full-time caregiver and know some of his daily issues and Annie has been by far one of the most extraordinary and compassionate person and nurse I have encountered. Annie is thorough, comprehensive, compassionate and communicates everything to me. She handles my father well and can change his mood for the positive all the time and gets him to be cooperative even when I cannot. She is just amazing, and I am so very thankful for her and all the staff on the oncology floor. Even when there are questions or things that go wrong, Annie stays calm, kind and collected.”

To celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, RWJ Somerset's SALUD Business Resource Group (BRG) hosted “A Taste of Latin America” event. Staff had the opportunity to sample delicious appetizers, listen to music and learn more about Latin American culture. Thank you to our chef volunteers who put out an incredible spread and shared their countries culinary traditions with us! Our chef volunteers prepared everything from authentic Shrimp Ceviche to some amazing Tres Laches Cake! Congratulations to our cook-off competition winners! First Place: Mexico – Flautas (Manny) Second Place: Puerto Rico – Alcapurrias fritters (Mayline) Third Place: El Salvador – Pupusa (Sylvia) #HispanicHeritageMonth #LetsBeHealthyTogether

You're Invited! Veterans Resource Job & Wellness Fair on Thursday, October 10 from 3-6pm at Senior Wellness Center in Bridgewater. Stop by RWJ Somerset's VETS Business Resource Group table to learn about the healthcare services the hospital offers, including community programs, screenings and resources for veterans. See you next Thursday!

Yankees? Mets? Phillies? Who's your team this MLB Postseason? Survey says... RWJ Somerset will be cheering for the Yankees! ⚾ Enjoy the games!

The 16th Annual Steeplechase Distance Run, coordinated by the Somerset Health Care Foundation and founded by breast surgeon, Dr. Cynthia Lee, raised over $92,000 in funds this year. 👏👏👏 All funds raised through entry fees, individual and team fundraising and sponsorships help support the Steeplechase Cancer Center at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset. The Cancer Center offers comprehensive services for the diagnosis and treatment of all cancers, enabling patients to see their doctors, undergo advanced outpatient treatment, and participate in promising cancer research studies all in one place close to home. Thank you to our top fundraising team – Team Jonathan – who raised over $10,000. A huge thank you to all of our Ambassadors, participants, sponsors, and supporters! #LetsBeatCancerTogether

The Hispanic Medical Program at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset assists patients in making medical appointments, understanding discharge instructions and plan of care, filling out forms and provides translation services. Learn more about how this program is making a difference from our patient navigator, a patient and physicians: https://lnkd.in/eTCpkGNP. #LetsBeHealthyTogether #HispanicHeritageMonth

Thank you to the Somerset County Sheriff's Office for the delicious breakfasts and lunches that were provided to our patients and staff at Steeplechase Cancer Center in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month!

John H. was so appreciative of the exceptional patient care he received at RWJ Somerset that he sent his nursing team a very memorable gift. The plaque features music lyrics from one of his favorite songs. Thank you for your heartfelt gift, John! The entire team at RWJ Somerset wishes you well on your recovery!

Join us for a special evening featuring the renowned chef from The Biggest Loser and author of “You Can Have It,” who will share the importance of balancing exercise with a healthy diet to reduce the risks of chronic disease. Deborah Lue, MD, Breast surgeon and director of the Breast Program at RWJUH Somerset’s Steeplechase Cancer Center will discuss the relationship between hormones and breast cancer, the difference between estrogen receptor (ER) and progesterone receptor (PR) positive breast cancer, causes, diagnostic tools, the importance of getting an annual mammogram, treatments options and strategies to balance hormones and reduce risks. The program includes dinner, a cooking demonstration and a copy of her book. A book signing will follow the program.📚 To register, visit: https://bit.ly/46NQFCE

A little rain did not stop our runners, walkers and supporters from coming out to the 16th Annual Steeplechase Distance Run on Sunday, September 29! Coordinated by Somerset Health Care Foundation, the “Oktoberfest”-themed event drew more than 720 individuals in person and virtually for the 5K, 10K, "Double Challenge" and 2-mile walk. Thank you to all of our participants! Congratulations to our winners! Top 5K MALE Finishers Sam Fowler - 17:15 Luke MacKinnon - 17:41 Oliver Schmidt - 18:15 Top 5K FEMALE Finishers Courtney Skikus - 20:29 Mineli Gunawardena - 22:17 Chrstine Witt - 23:06 Top 5K NONBINARY Finishers Jesse Johns - 25:53 Top 10K MALE Finishers Sam Fowler - 34:47 Matthew Black - 36:46 Frank Novak - 37:20 Top 10K FEMALE Finishers Maria Mahoney - 38:32 Suzanne La Burt - 39:56 (age graded performance 96.25%) Karen dos Santos - 40:39 Top MALE Combo Finishers (ALL RECORDS) Sam Fowler - 17:15 + 34:47 = 52:02 Joshua Peterson - 18:18 + 38:45 = 57:03 Wiliam Semon - 19:52 + 42:47 = 1:02:39 Top FEMALE Combo Finishers (ALL RECORDS) Kristen Doty - 26:09 + 55:46 = 1:21:55 Nancy Bill - 29:06 + 1:01:26 = 1:30:32 Stepahanie Haggerty - 31:05 + 1:02:24 = 1:33:29 All funds raised through entry fees, individual and team fundraising and sponsorships help support the Steeplechase Cancer Center at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset. #LetsBeatCancerTogether