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How to Prepare for a Doctor’s Appointment: 5 Tips
Not sure how to prepare for a doctor’s appointment? A family medicine doctor shares five simple ways to make the most of your next visit.
Is Microdosing GLP-1s Safe? What to Know Before You Try It
Microdosing GLP-1s is trending on social media, but is taking a lower dose of weight-loss medication actually a good idea? An HMH specialist explains the risks.
3 Advances in Joint Replacement Surgery
From AI-guided hip replacement surgery to robotic knee replacement surgery, learn about three technologies changing how doctors treat joint pain.

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Gelatin Trick for Weight Loss: Does It Work?
Weight-loss injectables safety concerns? Dr. Eid explains risks of unapproved options. Learn safe ways to lose weight; schedule a consultation today.
Am I at Risk for Colorectal Cancer? Understanding Genetic Factors and Early Detection
Worried about colorectal cancer? Learn how your genes play a role and discover early detection options, including genetic testing and screening.
Does the 30-30-30 Diet Help With Weight Loss?
Learn about the 30-30-30 diet from Dr. Schmidt. Discover if this weight-loss approach works and explore healthier alternatives. Schedule a consultation today.
Patient Perspectives
74-year-old Cecelia Lucas sits with a cup of coffee and smiles at the camera.
New Minimally Invasive Procedure Used to Repair Woman’s Life-Threatening Aneurysm
When Cecelia Lucas learned she would need surgery to repair a dangerous aneurysm in her chest, she thought she was facing a long and painful recovery. Fortunately, a new minimally invasive procedure allowed her to have the repair with a much shorter recovery time.
John Zisa and Cynthia DePalma with their kidney surgery care team.
Couple of 25 Years Receive Robotic Kidney Surgery the Same Day
A local couple was shocked to learn they both needed kidney surgery. The urology team at Hackensack University Medical Center had the perfect solution: side-by-side robotic kidney surgery.
Standing with trees behind her, Dawn Congiusti smiles at the camera.
Bone Marrow Transplant Gives Bergen County Woman Second Chance at Life
Learn how Hackensack Meridian Health doctors performed a bone marrow transplant to prevent a woman’s leukemia from returning and saved her life.
Elazer Lew stands in an exam room and smiles at the camera.
Losing Part of His Leg to Diabetes Hasn’t Stopped This Lakewood, NJ, Man From Thriving
Elazer Lew hasn’t allowed losing part of a limb to stop him from living a great life. Learn how Hackensack Meridian Health doctors restored his mobility.