COVID-19 VACCINE Information
We are over a year into this pandemic but we now have a light at the end of the tunnel. We have 3 safe and effective vaccines approved in the U.S. Almost everyone should be getting vaccinated when it is your turn. If you have specific questions about the vaccine or if you should get it, please contact your doctor to discuss. The vaccine is free to everyone regardless of insurance or immigration status. The bigger question now is how to get the vaccine scheduled. This is a summary of all the places and websites with special emphasis on help for seniors over 65 finding it hard to find a vaccine or difficulty navigating the internet/computer.
NJ SENIORS CAN CALL 855-568-0545 8am-8pm for help scheduling a vaccine
Websites NJ residents can register on:
State of New Jersey: https://covidvaccine.nj.gov/
Atlantic Health: https://www.atlantichealth.org/conditions-treatments/coronavirus-covid-19/covid-vaccine.html#alerts
St. Luke’s Health Network : https://www.slhn.org/covid-19/protect-yourself/covid-19-vaccine
By County – Websites to register on:
Warren county : http://www.co.warren.nj.us/Healthdept/WCCOVIDVaccine.html must check repeatedly for when vaccine available
If you need assistance scheduling an appointment you can call 908-878-3188 press 2 Monday-Friday 10-2
Morris County : sign up at Atlantic website
Sussex County : register for Fairgrounds: https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/webpage.cfm?TPID=17520
Seniors 65+ can call 856-249-7007 8am-8pm for assistance
Pharmacies offering the COVID Vaccine:
Shop Rite: https://shoprite.reportsonline.com/shopritesched1/program/Imm/Patient/Advisory
CVS: https://www.cvs.com/immunizations/covid-19-vaccine
Walgreens: https://www.walgreens.com/topic/promotion/covid-vaccine.jsp
Walmart: https://www.walmart.com/cp/1228302
Seniors 65+ can call their local Walmart for dedicated senior appointments if that store is giving the vaccine.
Weis: https://www.weismarkets.com/pharmacy-services
Helpful Websites for Seniors Scheduling the COVID Vaccine
Here are other sources for seniors (computer savvy children or grandchildren may need to help)
NJ Vaccine Matchmakers for seniors
(65 and older) : https://wgirls.org/requestforhelp/
Get My Vaccine : https://www.getmyvaccine.org/
Find a Shot : https://www.findashot.org/appointments/us/NJ
Vaccine Spotter : https://www.vaccinespotter.org/NJ/
Facebook – New Jersey COVID Vaccine Info Group : https://www.facebook.com/groups/891546924927251/
Twitter Resources
Vaccine Bot NJ
Twitter: twitter.com/nj_vaccine / Vaccine Bot NJ @nj_vaccine
CVS COVID Vaccine Bot-NJ : @NJCVSCovidVax
Additional resources
Related website with resource guide: sites.google.com/view/vaccine-bot-nj
A New Rhythm: Thriving After Pacemaker Procedure
/in Blog /by Kristine Contento-AngellOringally Published at: https://www.rwjbh.org/patient-stories/a-new-rhythm-thriving-after-pacemaker-procedure
“I had always been apprehensive about getting a traditional chest-mounted pacemaker. The thought of having a visible bulge and wires running to my heart made me hesitant. However, when I spoke to Dr. Gourg Atteya, cardiac electrophysiologist at Cooperman Barnabas, he introduced me to a new option: a leadless, wireless pacemaker. It seemed like a simpler, less invasive choice,” says Richard Boyer.
“Unlike conventional pacemakers, the leadless dual chamber pacemaker devices are implanted directly into the heart via a catheter, eliminating the need for wires and chest incisions,” shares Dr. Atteya. “Also, the patient can return to full life activities in about a week, with absolutely no restrictions.”
Read more at: https://www.rwjbh.org/patient-stories/a-new-rhythm-thriving-after-pacemaker-procedure
Dr. Godkar Answers CBMC Staff Questions
/in Blog /by Kristine Contento-AngellDr. Darshan Godkar, Director of the Trans-radial Program, Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at CBMC, is answering our staff’s questions! Learn more about Dr. Godkar and the Trans-radial Program here at CBMC!
Dr Godkar featured in April/May issue of Morris/Essex Health & Life!
/in Blog /by Kristine Contento-AngellView the Full Publication here: https://issuu.com/wainscotmedia/docs/msx_april_2023_issuu/24
Dr. Godkar featured in article from Diagnostic and Interventional Cardiology
/in Blog /by Kristine Contento-AngellIncreasing Early Detection of Atrial Fibrillation Through Improved Short-Term Monitoring
Originally published: Dec 07, 2021, on https://www.dicardiology.com/article/increasing-early-detection-atrial-fibrillation-through-improved-short-term-monitoring
View original article: https://www.dicardiology.com/article/increasing-early-detection-atrial-fibrillation-through-improved-short-term-monitoring
Do’s and Don’ts after your Cardiac Catheterization
/in Blog /by Kristine Contento-AngellDo’s….
Don’ts…
Go to the Emergency room if you have ….
COVID-19 VACCINE – What NJ Residents Need to Know
/in Blog /by Kristine Contento-AngellCOVID-19 VACCINE Information
We are over a year into this pandemic but we now have a light at the end of the tunnel. We have 3 safe and effective vaccines approved in the U.S. Almost everyone should be getting vaccinated when it is your turn. If you have specific questions about the vaccine or if you should get it, please contact your doctor to discuss. The vaccine is free to everyone regardless of insurance or immigration status. The bigger question now is how to get the vaccine scheduled. This is a summary of all the places and websites with special emphasis on help for seniors over 65 finding it hard to find a vaccine or difficulty navigating the internet/computer.
NJ SENIORS CAN CALL 855-568-0545 8am-8pm for help scheduling a vaccine
Websites NJ residents can register on:
State of New Jersey: https://covidvaccine.nj.gov/
Atlantic Health: https://www.atlantichealth.org/conditions-treatments/coronavirus-covid-19/covid-vaccine.html#alerts
St. Luke’s Health Network : https://www.slhn.org/covid-19/protect-yourself/covid-19-vaccine
By County – Websites to register on:
Warren county : http://www.co.warren.nj.us/Healthdept/WCCOVIDVaccine.html must check repeatedly for when vaccine available
If you need assistance scheduling an appointment you can call 908-878-3188 press 2 Monday-Friday 10-2
Morris County : sign up at Atlantic website
Sussex County : register for Fairgrounds: https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/webpage.cfm?TPID=17520
Seniors 65+ can call 856-249-7007 8am-8pm for assistance
Pharmacies offering the COVID Vaccine:
Shop Rite: https://shoprite.reportsonline.com/shopritesched1/program/Imm/Patient/Advisory
CVS: https://www.cvs.com/immunizations/covid-19-vaccine
Walgreens: https://www.walgreens.com/topic/promotion/covid-vaccine.jsp
Walmart: https://www.walmart.com/cp/1228302
Seniors 65+ can call their local Walmart for dedicated senior appointments if that store is giving the vaccine.
Weis: https://www.weismarkets.com/pharmacy-services
Helpful Websites for Seniors Scheduling the COVID Vaccine
Here are other sources for seniors (computer savvy children or grandchildren may need to help)
NJ Vaccine Matchmakers for seniors
(65 and older) : https://wgirls.org/requestforhelp/
Get My Vaccine : https://www.getmyvaccine.org/
Find a Shot : https://www.findashot.org/appointments/us/NJ
Vaccine Spotter : https://www.vaccinespotter.org/NJ/
Facebook – New Jersey COVID Vaccine Info Group : https://www.facebook.com/groups/891546924927251/
Twitter Resources
Vaccine Bot NJ
Twitter: twitter.com/nj_vaccine / Vaccine Bot NJ @nj_vaccine
CVS COVID Vaccine Bot-NJ : @NJCVSCovidVax
Additional resources
Related website with resource guide: sites.google.com/view/vaccine-bot-nj
Speaker at the Tri-state Obesity Society: Obesity Medicine Virtual Career Panel 2021
/in Blog /by Kristine Contento-AngellFebruary 2021
The Tri-state Obesity Society (TriOS) enthusiastically welcomes three physicians who have trailblazed careers in obesity medicine. Join us for a 1-hour presentation and Q&A during which Drs. Bijal Dave, Rameck R. Hunt, and Amy Articolo share their professional journeys, practical advice for those newly interested, and their visions for the future of obesity medicine.
Dr. Godkar awarded prestigious Burton L. Eichler Award, for outstanding community contributions.
/in Blog, Uncategorized /by ken.beam