The document provides information about programs and events occurring in June 2012 at Saint Peter's University Hospital and surrounding community. It includes details about support groups, parenting education classes, mobile health services, community lectures, and cancer services. Upcoming topics at various events include removing fibroids and polyps, orthopedic pain, summer safety, diabetes education, and a therapeutic exercise program for cancer patients.

1. COMMUNITY CALENDAR JUNE 2012
TECHNOLOGY CUTS RISK FROM
REMOVAL of Fibroids and Polyps
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any women suffer from the effects device, so you can get everything in one and decreases the risk of damage
of uterine fibroids and polyps. pass from the uterine cavity. Not having little from internal and external burns,” says
Fibroids are non-cancerous tumors pieces of tissue in the surgical area means Dr. Karanikolas.
that grow within or extending from the you can see the area you are working with
Until recently, invasive surgical procedures
muscles of the uterus. Exactly what causes better too.”
that carried a greater risk of bleeding
them is still unknown. Polyps are the result
The Truclear System features a first-of-its were among the options available to
of the overgrowth of cells in the lining of the
kind device that uses a small blade inserted women suffering the common symptoms
uterus. Like fibroids, polyps can be present
through a tube called a of fibroids and polyps, heavy bleeding
alone or in groups, and their size can vary
hysteroscope to simulta- included. “There is no question this
from very small, almost microscopic, to the
neously cut and remove system is advantageous to patients,’’ adds
size of a golf ball or larger. Uterine polyps
tissue. The system pairs Dr. Sinofsky. “Because it is efficient, patients
most often affect women in their 30s and
the visualization capabili- spend less time in the OR, which means less
40s but half of all women have fibroids by
ties of the hysteroscope anesthesia and less risks.”
the time they are 35.
with the tissue removal
The symptoms associated with polyps capabilities of a
include bleeding between menstrual morcellator - the Steven Karanikolas, M.D.
periods as well as irregular menstrual device that eliminates
bleeding. Women with fibroids often tissue – which allows doctors to quickly The CARES Surgicenter, located in the
experience lower back pain, heavy or capture and remove the polyps and fibroids. Center for Ambulatory Resources at
painful periods and frequent urination. “This allows for more rapid removal of 240 Easton Avenue, next to The Children’s
Both fibroids and polyps can cause infertility. polyps and fibroids sometimes decreasing Hospital at Saint Peter’s University
operation times by about 75 percent,” Hospital, can be reached at
There is now a more efficient and safe 732- 565-5400 or at www.saintpetershcs.
explains Steven Karanikolas, M.D., an
method for removing polyps and fibroids com/CARESSurgicenter.
obstetrician and gynecologist affiliated
that in addition to providing relief for women,
with Saint Peter’s in practice at Brunswick
carries less risk. Called the Truclear Opera-
Hills Obstetrics and Gynecology.
tive Hysteroscopy System, it is being used
by physicians at the CARES Surgicenter, There are other advantages. Besides its
part of Saint Peter’s Healthcare System. speed, it lowers the risk of injuring
surrounding tissue. Physicians are not
“The real true advantage of this system is
required to make multiple, time-consuming
how efficient it is,’’ says Francine Sinofsky,
insertions into the uterine cavity, reducing
M.D., an obstetrician and gynecologist
the risks of uterine damage. Unlike other
affiliated with Saint Peter’s in practice at
treatment options that use a high-frequency
Ob-Gyn Group of East
electric current to break up any unwanted
Brunswick. “Before
tissue, the Truclear System uses a simple
you had to cut off little
mechanical approach. Instruments used
pieces at a time and
during the procedure required physicians
remove those pieces
to enter the uterine cavity more than once,
manually, inserting
and once they were at the site of removal,
and taking out the
they often had an obstructed view of the
instrument. Truclear
surrounding area. “Because it doesn’t use
is hooked to a suction
an electrical current, it eliminates injuries
Francine Sinofsky, M.D.
Consult a physician if you experience any of these symptoms:
UTERINE FIBROIDS UTERINE POLYPS
• Heavy or painful periods or • Irregular menstrual bleeding—for example,
bleeding between periods having frequent, unpredictable periods of
variable length and heaviness
• Feeling “full” in the lower abdomen
• Bleeding between menstrual periods
• Frequent urination
• Excessively heavy menstrual periods
• Pain during sex
• Vaginal bleeding after menopause
• Lower back pain
• Infertility
• Reproductive problems, such as
infertility, multiple miscarriages
or early labor Sources: Mayo Foundation, National Institutes of Health
A LISTING OF PROGRAMS OFFERED THIS MONTH CAN BE FOUND ON THE REVERSE SIDE.

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JUNE 2012
All programs are designed for community members and are held at Saint Peter’s University Hospital, unless otherwise noted.
For more information or to register for a program, call the contact number listed or visit our Web site at www.saintpetershcs.com/newsandevents/
SUPPORT PARENT COMMUNITY “DON’T get SIDELINEd with
knee OR hip PAIN”
GROUPS EDUCATION MOBILE HEALTH FREE ORTHOPEDIC LECTURE
THURSDAY, JUNE 7
Autism Family Support Group
JUNE 10, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
For information, fees and registration, call Parent
Education at 732-745-8579, unless otherwise Services Light dinner at 5:30 pm
Lecture begins at 6:00 Pm
indicated. Presenter: Donald R. Polakoff, M.D.
877-886-9462 Blood Pressure/Blood
Baby Care Saint Peter’s Adult Day Center
Bariatric Support Group Sugar Screenings
JUNE 4 & 11, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM 200 Overlook Drive, Pondview Plaza, Monroe
JUNE 14, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM JUNE 15, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM Township. Free but call 732-655-6853 to
Lisa Lapinski, RD JUNE 16, 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM Elijah’s Promise
register.
732-745-8600, x8159 18 Nielson Street, New Brunswick
Breastfeeding Class SAINT PETER’S COMMUNITY
Bereavement Support Group JUNE 16, 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM JUNE 16, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
JUNE 7 & 21, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Relay for Life – American Cancer Society GOLF OUTING & NETWORKING
Breastfeeding Support Group Alvin P. Williams Park RECEPTION
732-745-8565
JUNE 1, 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM Cliff Road and Debra Place, Woodbridge MONDAY, JUNE 18
NEW Bereavement Support Group 732-745-8600, x8820 7:00 AM REGISTRATION AND
JUNE 5 & 19, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Health Fairs CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
New Daddy Class
For spouses and significant others 55 and older. JUNE 7, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM 8:00 AM SHOTGUN START
JUNE 28, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Saint Peter’s Adult Day Center Diocese of Metuchen, Piscataway Forsgate Country Club, 375 Forsgate Drive,
200 Overlook Drive, Monroe Township New Moms Support Group Employees only. Jamesburg
609-409-1363 JUNE 1, Noon – 1:00 PM Proceeds to benefit the Pediatric Hematology
JUNE 10, 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM and Oncology Program at The Children’s
Caregivers Support Group/Monroe Light lunch will be served at noon.
Immaculate Conception Church, Annandale
Registration required. Hospital at Saint Peter’s University Hospital.
JUNE 10, 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM For fees and sponsorship details, call
Saint Peter’s Adult Day Center Postnatal Yoga and Exercise Class JUNE 13, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Clearbrook Community, Monroe Township Saint Peter’s Foundation at 732-745-8542.
200 Overlook Drive, Monroe Township (four-week sessions)
Stephanie Fitzsimmons-Sexton, RN, NP Residents only.
HELD FRIDAYS, 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM “KEEP YOUR SUMMER SAFE”
1-800-269-7508 or 609-655-2220 Registration required. JUNE 20, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM FREE COMMUNITY LECTURE
Alzheimer’s Support Group/Monroe Prenatal Nutrition Class and Tour Somerset Run Health Fair, Franklin THURSDAY, JUNE 21, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
JUNE 12, 10:00 AM Residents only. Saint Peter’s Urgent Care Center
JUNE 26, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Saint Peter’s Adult Day Center The Village Shopper III Shopping Center
Registration required. JUNE 21, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
200 Overlook Drive, Monroe Township 1378 Route 206, Skillman
Linda Hudak, MS, RD Encore Community, Monroe Township
Rachel Kallish, CSW Urgent Care Center’s Free Third Thursday
732-745-7930 Residents only.
609-655-6853 Community Lecture Series. Discussion of
Prenatal Yoga and Exercise Class Osteoporosis Sreeening summer injuries with an emergency medicine
Craniofacial Boys & Girls Support Group (four-week sessions) JUNE 12, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM doctor. Call 609-497-4597 to register or visit
(boys and girls ages 11 to 17 meet separately) HELD WEDNESDAYS AND FRIDAYS Kiddie Keep Well Camp www.saintpetershcs.com/urgentcare
MEETS SUNDAYS DURING 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Senior campers only.
THE SCHOOL YEAR Registration required. NORTH BRUNSWICK YOUTH
Helene Knee, LCSW JUNE 26, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM SPORTS FESTIVAL
732-745-7943 Prepared Childbirth Classes Carteret Health Department SATURDAY, JUNE 23
MONDAYS, THURSDAYS, or ALL-DAY Appointment necessary; call 732-541-3890. 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Interstitial Cystitis Support Group SESSIONS SECOND AND FOURTH
JUNE 19, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Community Mobile Health Services will provide
WEEKENDS free screenings. On the grounds of DK, next to
Center for Ambulatory Resources (CARES) Registration required.
Third floor conference room DeVry University, off Route 1 North, North
732-390-0422 Sibling Class Brunswick.
JUNE 2, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Jump-Start New Parent Autism Support SKIN CANCER SCREENING
Group SUNDAY, JUNE 24
JUNE 21, NOON DIABETES NOON - 3:00 PM
Milltown Pool, Milltown
877-886-9462
Pregnancy after Loss Support Group EDUCATION SPECIAL EVENTS
Saint Peter’s Community Mobile Health Services
staff will screen for skin cancer as part of the
(for pregnant women who have previously Children’s Insulin Pump Group Middlesex County Choose Your Cover campaign.
experienced a loss) JUNE 12, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM Originally a project the U.S. Department of
Registration required. AND BABY MAKES THREE
Donna Dziedzic, RN, MSN, CDE Health and Human Services (DHHS) and the
Dawn Brady, MSW 732-745-8600, x8751 BABY FAIR Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the
732-745-8600, x5214 SUNDAY, JUNE 3 campaign is designed to increase awareness
Diabetes Self-Management Education NOON - 3:00 PM
SHARE Support Group about sun safety and cancer prevention.
HELD MONDAYS AND TUESDAYS Sister Marie de Pazzi Conference Center
(pregnancy and infant loss support group) Registration and doctor’s prescription required.
JUNE 8, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Call 732-745-8579 for more information. An 2012 free ems education
732-745-6667 afternoon of great fun and education for all
732-745-8600, x8522 parents and expectant parents. Come meet
series
Gestational Diabetes CLASS STARTS AT 7:00 PM
Self-Management Class and have your questions answered by members Two CEUs awarded. Call 908-238-3254 to
CANCER HELD WEDNESDAYS AND THURSDAYS of our nursing team, obstetricians, pediatricians,
admissions staff, pediatric clinic staff,
register.
SERVICES
The American Cancer Society offers daily
Registration and a doctor’s prescription required.
732-745-6667
anesthesiologist, nutritionist, endocrinologist
and lactation consultants. Learn about our
THURSDAY, JUNE 28
Topic: Patient Assesment Review
information and support to cancer patients and informative parent education classes and our THURSDAY, JULY 26
their families. Call 1-800-227-2345 to talk to a Gianna Center for Women’s Health and Topic: Summer Emergencies
cancer information specialist 24 hours a day, Fertility. Tour our renovated maternity unit THURSDAY, AUGUST 30
seven days a week or visit us online at and much more. Topic: Medical Ethics
www.cancer.org.
SAVE THE DATE
Breast Cancer Support Group
JUNE 4 & 18, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM THERAPEUTIC EXERCISE
Open Discussion PROGRAM FOR PATIENTS
Registration required.
Cancer Institute of New Jersey
COPING WITH CANCER
BEGINS JUNE 4, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Deborah Leif, MSW, LCSW
In cooperation with MovingOn exercise
732-235-7011
programs, The Breast Center at Saint Peter’s
Gynecologic Cancer Support Group University Hospital will host an eight-week
JUNE 12, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM exercise program for those who had surgical
Cancer Institute of New Jersey procedures and/or medical treatment for breast
732-235-6792 cancer. Introductory session takes place at
6:30 PM on June 4. Program ends on Monday,
Living with Cancer Support Group
July 30. Physical therapist Katalin Domotorffy,
JUNE 13 & 27, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM a certified lymphedema specialist, will speak
Cancer Institute of New Jersey about reducing the risk of lymphedema and
Barbara Hale, LCSW demonstrate exercises that help to manage
732-235-7557 lymphedema. Free; call 732-745-8570 to register.
Sponsored by Affinity Credit Union.
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