Orthopedic Practice Announces Scholarship Opportunity
The orthopedic surgeons at Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute (AOSMI) of Freehold, Monroe, and Wall townships have announced that they will be awarding two (2) $1000.00 scholarships, one to one male and one to a female senior attending a high school in the Freehold Regional School District.
Seniors attending Colts Neck High School, Freehold High School, Freehold Township High School, Howell High School, Manalapan High School, and Marlboro High School who have an interest in pursuing a career in health care and who have maintained a “B” or higher average are eligible to submit a scholarship application, which can be obtained in the guidance department at each school.
Dr. Gregg Berkowitz, an orthopedic surgeon at AOSMI, said, “This scholarship is intended to encourage young people who are interested in any aspect of the health care field. In our practice, we are concerned about the projected shortage of health care providers in the United States, and we thought this scholarship might be a nice way to support students who are interested in the field of health care.”
Students should submit a completed scholarship application and a 500- to 700-word essay expressing their interests in the health care field to their respective guidance departments by April 29. ASOMI will select the recipients and present them with a check at the annual year-end awards banquet.
For further information, contact Jessica Wilcox, Care Coordinator at Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, at 732-720-6414.
Lakewood Passes a Resolution to Seek Federal Gunds for Anti-gang Program
It’s no secret that Lakewood Township has gangs. What’s important is that Mayor Menashe Miller and Lakewood Township officials are taking steps to institute an anti-gang program by applying for a three-year federal grant of $750,000.00. With grant money, Lakewood officials will develop a program focusing on primary prevention; i.e., looking at children between the ages of seven and 14.
According to Joanne Bergin, the grant writer, studies conducted by the federal government have shown that prevention at the very youngest age is the most helpful in gang prevention.
Bergin said, “Mayor Miller started a steering committee of people from the police department, township officials, the school board, and several community groups, including people from the Teen Center, Omega 13, and the Homework Club, among others, at the Saint Barnabas Healthcare Systems Institute for Prevention. The goal of the steering committee was to come up with programs and initiatives they could implement to prevent children from being drawn into gang activities.”
The steering committee was charged with realistically looking at a gang-prevention program that would include programs and services not only in school but after school and during the summer time; programs for families to help them help their kids; and programs in the community that would help everyone form a bond that would help and protect children.
Bergin said, “It is a wonderful opportunity, a very positive program. We have had folks join us from the state police, the Ocean County prosecutor’s office, and the New Jersey State Parole Office. Everybody has been active and engaged; and together we can actually make a huge difference. That is why we are putting this grant application together.”
Committeeman Meir Lichtenstein, representing Lakewood Township, met with officials from other towns about their programs and projects to combat the appeal of gangs. Committeeman Lichtenstein said, “The mayor of Irvington told us that the police department on its own cannot handle a growing gang problem in a town. Intervention in the schools, and intervention from clergy or community groups that have outreach programs groups are necessary. The mayor of Plainfield said they have worked something out so that their schools remain open, as well as some of the gyms and some of the sporting facilities. The mayor of Irvington, their safety director, and the police chief described a program they instituted involving some of their officers gaining trust in certain neighborhoods. They also spoke about agency interaction, which included the federal government, the county government, the state government, and the municipal government.
“The grant we are seeking recognizes children who should not be gang members but who can potentially fall into that pitfall because of a lack of structure at home or because of a lack of structure after school, making the street more enticing to them. Our police department is also working with various agencies. For example, Colonel Fuentez from the New Jersey State Police has agreed to commit resources under Chief Lawson’s direction to help out in Lakewood. These are all things the mayor and I would like to explore.”
Mayor Miller reported that since about six weeks ago there have been at least two law enforcement operations that have resulted in dozens of gang-related arrests,taking narcotics and guns off the streets of Lakewood. Mayor Miller said, “Chief Lawson reported that there has been a serious decline in gang-related activities over the past six to seven weeks here in Lakewood. Certainly the efforts our police department is putting forth combined with the grant and the social aspects we need to work on are going to help us make some serious headway.”
Committee Lichtenstein urges residents to call the Quality of Life hotline at 732-942-5003 to report unusual activity in any abandoned houses or apartments; or if they notice any drug activity, illegal activity, or gang activity in general; or if they see any areas tagged by gang graffiti.
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Lakewood UEZ Business Holds Food Drive to Benefit Food Bank
Curves of Lakewood, N.J., a Lakewood UEZ business, is joining other Curves franchises to hold the 13th Annual Curves Food Drive, March 28 through April 30, to benefit local food banks. During the food drive, Curves will waive the membership fee for new members who donate a bag of non-perishable food or make a minimum donation of $30.
Trish Komsa, the executive director of Lakewood’s UEZ, said, “We are happy that a UEZ business is reaching out to help others in our community.”
Curves founder Diane Heavin said, “The past few years have been difficult for many families. Curves’ annual Food Drive is one way that everyone in the Jackson and Lakewood area can make a real difference for a local family that is struggling. We encourage everyone, not just our members or those who are thinking about joining our gym, to make a cash donation or drop off a bag of non-perishable food items in April.”
Curves, an exercise and fitness club, donated more than 61 million pounds of food in the United States and Canada since 2004. Curves of Lakewood is located at 1200 River Avenue 7B. For more information about the 2011 Curves Food Drive, call 732-364-9355 or visit www.curves.com.
About the UEZ The Urban Enterprise Zone program was designed to foster economic growth to revitalize and stimulate designated urban communities. The program encourages businesses to create private-sector jobs though public and private investment. More than 8,000 businesses throughout the state and more than 450 businesses in Lakewood benefit from tax and financial incentives.
For more information about the UEZ, contact the Lakewood Development Corporation at 732-364-2500 Ext. 5257 or visit twp.lakewood.nj.us. The UEZ office is located in Room 12 of the Lakewood Municipal, 231 Third Street, Lakewood.
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Lakewood Deputy Mayor Langert States His View on the Defeated Fire Budget
Deputy Mayor Langert says, “On February 19, I voted in favor of the budget because I felt that the commissioners and their staff did a great job with a budget that increased the number of paid fireman to six, but at the same time reduced the tax burden by approximately $143,000.00.
“The majority of the people who voted that day, however, did not share the same feelings. The budget was defeated. As an elected member of the Township Committee, I have an obligation and a duty to listen to the voice of the public, my employers.
“The voters who elected me have expressed their feelings and the message I heard was clear: The reduction to the budget was not enough. That is why we are more than tripling the amount of the tax cut from $132,648.00 to $432,648.00.
”I have been assured that this cut will in no way compromise the fire protection we have in Lakewood. I believe this is what the voters want – maximum fire protection at the lowest possible cost.”
Business and Leadership Coach to Present Keynote at Medical Practice Managers Conference in Atlantic City
Chris Ruisi, “The Coach,” Holmdel, the CEO and founder of The Coach’s Zone, a business and leadership coaching company, will open the two-day 2011 New Jersey Practice Management Conference at the Taj Mahal Hotel and Casino, Atlantic City, N.J., on March 31 with the keynote speech “Leading through Chaos – Finding Opportunities in the ‘New Normal’,” timely insights about the impact health care reform will likely have on the medical community.
Over the span of more than 25 years with USLIFE Corporation, Ruisi progressed through the leadership ranks of the company to become President and COO/CEO. Following the acquisition of USLIFE by American General Corporation (AGC), a $3 billion project he led, Ruisi remained with AGC as president and CEO, and member of the Board of Directors of two of its operating subsidiaries until May 1998.
As the Founder and CEO of The Coach’s Zone, Ruisi has coached or mentored hundreds of executives in both large and small businesses. He is an accomplished public speaker, providing his audiences with direction and motivation on what is needed to accomplish their goals.
Ruisi was named the 2009 Citizen of the Year by the Lakewood Chamber of Commerce. Recently, the video he created and funded “Faces, Colors and Stories of Cancer” received the Gold Award from the Jersey Shore Public Relations and Advertising Association.
For questions or registration to the New Jersey Practice Management Conference, call 609-585-6871 or e-mailing njmgma@hq4u.com. To contact “The Coach,” call 732-275-9222 or visit www.thecoachszone.com.
The mission of the NJMGMA provides a forum for its members to exchange ideas and information among medical practice professionals in all levels of medical practice management and to serve as a mechanism whereby the advancement and improvement of medical practice management may be achieved through group effort and concerted group action.
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Dress Event at Tula “The Boutique”
Representatives from dress designer Nicole Miller are visiting Tula “The Boutique” today from 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. to talk answer questions. Enjoy refreshments and see the latest in fashion. Purchases made today will benefit the Cristine Meredith Miele Foundation. Tula “The Boutique” is located 524 Broad Street at The Grove West, Shrewsbury. Call 732-219-8888 for more information.
Advanced Orthopedics Welcomes Physiatrist to Its Staff
Dr. Kristie Y. Kim, a board-certified physiatrist, has joined the medical team of orthopedic surgeons at Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute (AOSMI) of Freehold, Monroe, and Wall townships. Dr. Kim will see outpatients at the Freehold and Monroe offices of AOSMI and provide consultations in physical medicine and rehabilitation at CentraState Medical Center, Freehold, and CareOne at Jackson.
Dr. Kim will focus her practice on restoring function to people who have a wide-range of musculoskeletal and neuromuscular conditions, such as sore shoulders, strokes, injuries, acute and chronic pain, arthritis, tendonitis, and back and neck pain, among others. She will offer non-surgical approaches to pain, including physical therapy; and injections of muscles, bursae, and nerves. Dr. Kim is also licensed to perform medical acupuncture treatment for indicated patients.
Before joining AOSMI, Dr. Kim was a consulting physician at Peninsula Regional Medical Center and an attending physician at Ability Rehabilitation Association, Good Sam Hospital, Johns Hopkins University, both in Maryland, covering post-surgical and post stroke patients, amputees, or patients with neuromuscular conditions. She coordinated their care with physical therapy, OT and speech therapy; and with rehabilitation, pain management and medical acupuncture.
Dr. Kim completed residencies at Downstate Medical University Center of New York in the departments of physical medicine and rehabilitation, and internal medicine after earning her M.D. at Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea. Dr. Kim also received training for medical acupuncture for physicians at the UCLA School of Medicine, California. Dr. Kim holds an MBA from the Johns Hopkins Carey Business School and a B.A. from Barnard College, Columbia University, New York.
She is a board-certified diplomat of the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and the American Board of Acupuncture. She is also board-qualified in the American Board of Pain Medicine.
Dr. Michael Greller, board-certified surgeon and a managing partner of AOSMI, said, “Dr. Kim is a welcome addition to our medical staff. She will benefit our patients by providing options to comprehensive pain management and alternative therapies.” ###
Manage What People Say about You Online-Monthly Mtg. of JSBL
The Web is quickly becoming a forum for individuals to share their reviews, opinions, and experiences about your business or company. These reviews are critical to success and can have a positive or negative impact on the amount of business you receive.
Jersey Shore Business Leaders (JSBL) is sponsoring the seminar “Online Reputation Management for Your Business,” at the monthly meeting of Jersey Shore Business Leaders at Branches Catering, 123 Monmouth Road, West Long Branch, N.J., on Tuesday, March 15, 2011, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. The cost is $10.00 and includes the seminar, which is open to the public; light refreshments; cash bar, and networking. Win door prizes, including a Kindle.
Nicole Farella and Jennifer Patterson of SingleThrow Internet Marketing, Wall, will detail how to find out what people are saying about you online and how to manage those opinions. A question and answer session will follow.
Find JSBL on Facebook at facebook.com/JerseyShoreBusinessLeaders. To register, e-mail JerseyShoreBusinessLeaders@gmail.com.
CHEMED Names New Dental Director
Joseph Tricarico, Jr., Hillsborough, New Jersey, has been named the dental director of CHEMED (Center for Health Education, Medicine, and Dentistry), a federally qualified health care center, 1771 Madison Avenue, Lakewood, N.J.
As dental director, Dr. Tricarico will be overseeing the dental staff, implementing policies, managing the dental wing, and maintaining a modern up-to-date practice of preventive and restorative dental care. Before joining CHEMED, Dr. Tricarico served as a dental consultant and professor. He was the Assistant Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services for seven years. Dr. Tricarico also directed the N.J. Office of Emergency Medical services and the Office of Public Health Infrastructure.
Dr. Tricarico said, “I am looking forward to making the dental department at CHEMED a premier site for patients of all ages seeking dental care.”
Dr. Tricarico received his DMD (Doctorate of Dental Medicine) from the University of Medicine and Dentistry, New Jersey; and a JD (Juris Doctorate) from Seton Hall Law School. He received a B.A in microbiology and public health from Rutgers University. He holds both New Jersey and New York dental licenses.
About CHEMED: CHEMED, a federally qualified healthcare center since January 2009, is dedicated to providing comprehensive health and medical services, such as internal medicine, pediatrics, behavioral health, dentistry, cardiology, and endocrinology, among other fields, all in one building. CHEMED is for everyone. Private patients are welcome along with uninsured and underinsured patients. Uninsured patients will be seen on a sliding-fee scale, based on an ability to pay. To make an appointment, call 732-364-6666
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Dress Event at Tula “The Boutique” Will Benefit Foundation
When she was 29 and pregnant with her son, Cristine Meredith Miele, Rumson, discovered she had breast cancer. When she was 41, she died from it, leaving three children and her husband.
To honor Cristine’s memory, Tula “The Boutique,” 524 Broad Street at The Grove West, Shrewsbury, is holding a fundraising event “Dressing Up for a Cause,” beginning March 16. Angela Gengaro-Secul, owner of Tula “The Boutique” has pledged to donate 10 percent of the Nicole Miller Trunk Show to the Cristine Meredith Miele Foundation. Last year, Tula donated $1300.00. The goal this year is to raise $2500.00 in Miele’s memory.
Secul says, “She was an amazing woman, who fought cancer for a long time. She was one of our really good customers who also loved Nicole Miller clothing. We didn’t know Nicole Miller was Crissy’s favorite designer until her husband Shawn told us. We did know she loved Tula so now every time we do a Nicole Miller event, it will be for Crissy’s memory.”
The Dress Event is traditionally held in March because March marks the beginning of the search for the perfect prom dress and special clothing for such events as upcoming galas and weddings.
Representatives from dress designers Nicole Miller, BCBG, and ABS will be at Tula’s from 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. to talk about their brands and answer questions. Isabella Tropea, a local custom crystal jewelry designer, will be present to help customers match necklaces, earrings, or bracelets to complete an ensemble. Neveen Mullally, a shawl designer, will also be on hand to assist those who want to cover their shoulders. Visitors to Tula’s can also enjoy refreshments.
The Dress Event will continue daily until March 20, including Saturday and Sunday. For further information call Tula “The Boutique” at 732-219-8888.