Jefferson Logo

Home > 

News

About News

Information

News Releases

February 16, 2012

Jefferson Kimmel Cancer Center Establishes Center to Eliminate Cancer Disparities

In an effort to reduce and eventually eliminate cancer disparities among adults in the Philadelphia region, the Kimmel Cancer Center at Jefferson has established the Center to Eliminate Cancer Disparities.

February 15, 2012

Jefferson Heart Attack Patient Embraces Second Chance

After suffering from two heart attacks, Jefferson patient, John Magri, is working with interventional cardiologists at Jefferson to address his coronary artery disease and prevent further complications.

February 15, 2012

Jefferson Neurologist and Critical Care Specialist Appointed to Numerous Medical Societies

Fred Rincon, MD, MSc, FACP, FCCP, an assistant professor of Neurology and Neurological Surgery at Jefferson Medical College and a neurointensivist at Jefferson Hospital was recently appointed to numerous medical societies.

February 10, 2012

Rothman Institute at Jefferson Researchers Suggest Abandoning Convention in Diagnosis of Periprosthetic Joint Infection

In their search for new, better ways to diagnose periprosthetic joint infection, researchers at the Rothman Institute at Jefferson suggest abandoning convention.

February 10, 2012

Rothman Institute at Jefferson Researchers Suggest New Test in Diagnosing Periprosthetic Joint Infection (PJI)

Rothman Institute at Jefferson joint researchers continue to seek better ways to diagnose and subsequently treat periprosthetic joint infection (PJI). Their latest research shows leukocyte esterase reagent (LE) strips can have a role in rapid diagnosis of PJI.

February 03, 2012

Jefferson Dietitian Says Don't Throw in the Flag; Offers Healthy Menu to Celebrate Big Game

Jefferson dietitian Emily Rubin offers healthy menu options for viewers to enjoy while watching the Super Bowl.

February 02, 2012

Jefferson Urologist a Medical Advisor to International Medical Tourism Conference

Dr. Max Koppel will serve as the medical advisor to a medical tourism conference called, "Hotels Bridging Healthcare: A Conference on Hotel, Wellness and Medical Tourism Entrepreneurship."

February 01, 2012

Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Partners with HealthFair to Offer Accessible Preventive Heart and Vascular Screenings to Delaware Valley Residents

Starting February 1, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital will partner with HealthFair, the nation’s leading provider of mobile health screening services, to make screenings for heart and vascular disease as easy as getting on a bus.

January 31, 2012

Jefferson Health System Named Among 15 Top Health Systems by Thomson Reuters

Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Main Line Health, and Magee Rehabilitation Hospital recognized as industry leaders.

January 27, 2012

New Jefferson Lung Cancer Screening Program Builds on Latest Research for Early Diagnosis

Comprehensive program offers screening CT scan, appointment with pulmonology, radiology and follow-up scheduled in one visit in one location.

Featured in the Media

Featured February 22, 2012

Dr. Mather Featured in WHYY Blog and Wilmington News Journal

Dr. Paul Mather, director of the Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Center at the Jefferson Heart Institute, answers some important heart questions.

Featured February 15, 2012

Drs. Kasner and Flomenberg and Kimmel Cancer Center Patients Featured on 6 ABC, ABCNews.com

A former stomach cancer patient, Jerry Tomko offered his wedding photography services to another Kimmel Cancer Center at Jefferson patient, Melinda Muniz, to give her and her new husband the wedding photos they never had.

Featured February 14, 2012

Drs. Diecidue and Taub Interviewed by Philadelphia Magazine About 3-D Technology in Oral Surgery

Jefferson oral surgeons are using cone-beam CAT scans to make 3-D models of a patient's teeth.

Featured February 10, 2012

EverydayHealth.com Interviews Dr. Viscusi About Home Remedies for Back Pain

Eugene Viscusi, MD, comments on some of the most common home remedies.

Featured February 08, 2012

Dr. Fischman Talks with KYW Newsradio About Jefferson's Mobile Heart and Vascular Screening Bus

Jefferson has teamed up with HealthFair to offer affordable and accessible mobile health screenings including preventative screenings for heart attack and stroke.

Featured February 08, 2012

Dr. Jabbour Featured in Public Spirit Story About Local Teen Who Raised Money for Neuroscience Research at Jefferson

Horsham teen Alexa Stutz presented Dr. Jabbour with a check for neuroscience research after her father was treated at Jefferson for a stroke and ruptured aneurysm.

Featured February 08, 2012

Dr. Shenot Comments on Use of Botox for Incontinence in Philadelphia Inquirer Story

Dr. Patrick Shenot, urologist at Jefferson, comments on the use of botox for incontinence treatment in Philadelphia Inquirer story.

Featured February 07, 2012

Dr. Bazzan Discusses How Diet Can Play a Role in Managing PMS on NBC 10

Dr. Anthony Bazzan, co-director of the Great Life Program at the Jefferson-Myrna Brind Center of Integrative Medicine, talks about the role food and supplements can play in managing PMS symptoms.

Featured February 07, 2012

Dr. Cognetti Comments on 3-D Printing in Reconstructive Jaw Surgery on KYW Newsradio

Dr. David Cognetti, co-director of the Jefferson Center for Head and Neck Surgery, talks about the use of 3-D printing in reconstructive jaw surgery.

Featured February 03, 2012

Jefferson Dietitian Shares Tips for Healthy Eating During Super Bowl on NBC 10 and KYW Newsradio

Jefferson dietitian Emily Rubin shares tips for healthy eating during the Super Bowl on NBC 10 and KYW Newsradio.