Shore Medical Center

04/30/2026

Happy National Therapy Animal Day!

Today we celebrate our beloved Shore pet therapy volunteers – past and present - who give so freely of their time, snuggles and tail wags to bring calm and comfort to people when they need it most.

From helping to ease someone’s anxiety before a procedure to encouraging the first smile in months from a patient, our pet therapy volunteers create incredible moments, help relieve anxiety and provide healing comfort.

To all of our pet therapy volunteers—thank you. Your time, your compassion, and your incredible companions bring something truly special to Shore.

Please take a moment to scroll through the photos and learn more about each of our four-legged friends! We also continue to hold a special place in our hearts for 🐾 Dietz, whose impact at Shore will always be remembered.

04/28/2026

When you’re in the hospital, the little things matter just as much as the big ones - being listened to, having your questions answered, and knowing someone is there to help.

At Shore, creating that kind of experience is everyone’s responsibility. From bedside care to behind-the-scenes support, every interaction shapes how patients and families feel during their time with us.

We also have a dedicated Patient Experience team focused on making every experience as supportive, respectful, and seamless as possible. In honor of Patient Experience Week, our patient advocates Kira and Daniel share:

“At Shore, the patient experience is always one of our top priorities. As patient advocates, we’re here to listen and help bridge communication between patients, families, and care teams. If a concern comes up during your stay, it’s important to let a patient advocate know so we can step in and help in real time. Our goal is to make sure every patient has the best experience we can offer, and it takes all of us working together to make that happen.”

This week, patients will also receive heartfelt cards created by 3rd-grade students from Anthony Rossi Elementary School in Vineland, NJ, along with a thank-you note from our Patient Experience team (see photo in comments). A simple reminder that at Shore Medical Center, every patient is supported by a caring community, both in and out of the hospital.

04/28/2026

You may have seen the term “fibermaxxing” on social media lately. It's an approach focused on maximizing the fiber you eat by increasing your intake of fruits, vegetables, beans, seeds, and whole grains.

While the trend and terminology are new, the nutrition behind it is well established.

Shore Medical Center dietitian Kelly D. notes that fiber can support digestion, heart health, and overall wellness, but how you add it matters.

“The biggest concern is people going from zero to 100 too quickly,” Kelly warns. Suddenly jumping to very high fiber intake - sometimes 50 grams or more per day - can lead to uncomfortable side effects like gas, bloating, constipation, or diarrhea.

Her message is simple: start small, stay consistent, and focus on balance.

👉 Learn more from Kelly and get practical tips for adding more fiber into your routine: https://www.shoremedicalcenter.org/news/fibermaxxing-benefits-and-risks-tiktok-s-latest-trend

04/25/2026

Bayfest is underway in Somers Point. Come out and join us for a FIN-tastic time!

04/24/2026

Saturday, April 25 is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, and the pharmacy team at Shore Medical Center is encouraging everyone to take part. It’s a simple, anonymous way to safely dispose of unused or expired medications, helping prevent accidental misuse, especially among children and teens.

Drop-off is quick. No questions asked.

Find a takeback location near you: https://www.dea.gov/takebackday

This small step can go a long way in keeping our community safe.

DEA Take Back public service announcement reminding communities about the upcoming National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on April 25, 2026. For more infor...

04/24/2026

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At Shore Cancer Center, comfort is at the heart of everything we do. Our patients undergoing treatment are wrapped in warmth thanks to the many generous donors who provide handmade blankets and shawls. Our team is so grateful for every single one.

But our Cancer Center staff love giving back in their own way, too. So, when a call went out from the main hospital for more handmade blankets for hospitalized patients, it sparked something unexpected among our own team that has flourished over the past year. With several experienced crocheters willing to share their skills with colleagues at the Cancer Center, and after oncology nurse Laura F.'s presentation to staff on the relaxing power of creative practices, a Fiber Arts Club was born right here at Shore Cancer Center.

Every Wednesday after work, 8–10 staff members gather to crochet, knit, and make fleece tie blankets, all destined for hospitalized patients. What started as a response to a need has become something so much more: a weekly ritual where oncology caregivers slow down, connect with one another, and pour their hearts into something tangible.

As physical therapist and lymphedema specialist Jennifer B. put it:

“Some days are really long and emotionally difficult. We help our patients, families and each other through sensitive situations and, sometimes, tough losses. The Fiber Arts Club has become a real stress reliever and a productive way to unwind after work. Crocheting is almost meditative - just repetitive motion that helps you get into a calm, relaxed state, and then you’re creating something at the same time. And when it’s finished, there’s this real sense of accomplishment, especially knowing it’s going right back to patients who need it. That part means a lot.”

This is just one more example of the compassionate caregivers we have at Shore, and how by taking care of each other, we can take even better care of you. 💜

04/24/2026

As comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to celebrate the energy, creativity, and pride our laboratory team brings to Shore Medical Center.

This year’s theme, Lab Story: To Infinity and Beyond for Our Patients (initiated by ASCP), came to life throughout the week with a Toy Story–themed costume day and a decorating contest that showcased the heart this team brings to their essential role.

Behind the scenes, they're delivering the accurate, timely testing that supports diagnosis, treatment, and care decisions for our patients around the clock.

A fun week—and a team we’re proud to celebrate every day. 💜

04/22/2026

🎟️ There's still time to grab your tickets for the Shore Medical Center Auxiliary 50/50 Raffle - and this one comes with a twist!

Instead of one winner, THREE people will walk away with a prize. That's three chances to win, with 50% of total proceeds going to 1st-, 2nd-, and 3rd-place winners. With a maximum of only 250 tickets sold, your odds are great!

Every ticket purchase directly supports the Auxiliary's mission to enhance care for the patients and families we serve at Shore Medical Center. Tickets are $50.

As a bonus, each ticket includes entry to the live drawing event, where you can enjoy complimentary light refreshments while we announce the winners.

📅 Drawing: Thursday, April 30
🕠 Time: 5:30 PM
📍 Location: Somers Point VFW, 500 Bethel Road

📞 To purchase your ticket, call the Auxiliary Office at 609-653-4646, or if you know any Shore Auxilians, they can help, too!

Try your luck and help support the care our community depends on. Thank you for your support! 💜

04/22/2026

Some of the most critical work at Shore Medical Center happens in the laboratory on the 6th floor, a place most patients never see, but one that influences more than 70% of medical decisions. From diagnosing illness to monitoring treatment, it all starts in the lab.

This week is Medical Laboratory Professionals Week, and we’re proud to celebrate our dedicated lab team.

One of those team members is Sue P., MT (ASCP), Laboratory Information Systems Support Analyst, who has been part of the Shore lab team for an incredible 45 years, starting right out of college with a degree in Medical Technology.

Sue has worked in every area and shift in the lab, and remains one of its strongest champions. Today, she manages the systems that connect lab instruments to clinical data, helping ensure results are delivered to providers quickly and accurately.

“We are all very proud of our laboratory and the high standard of results we complete every day for our patients,” Sue shares. “With every test we run, we know there’s a patient on the other end who is counting on us.”

For Sue, it has always been about helping people.

“I became a medical technologist to help people; I came to Shore and found a home,” she says. “A lot has changed over the years, but the most important thing hasn’t - our commitment to patient care.”

To Sue, and to our entire laboratory team - thank you! Your work and your drive for excellence is felt in every part of the care we provide.

04/21/2026

Making sure people on the autism spectrum and their families know about our sensory-friendly programs is important to us, and that’s why we were glad to be at the Philadelphia Zoo on Sunday to support the Eagles Autism Foundation Huddle Up for Autism event.

Our team connected with families throughout the day, sharing information about our sensory-friendly pediatric care and outpatient testing services and what’s ahead, including respiratory therapy made possible through support from the Eagles Autism Foundation.

It was a meaningful day of conversation, connection, and community, and we thank the Eagles Autism Foundation for inviting us!

04/21/2026

This week is National Volunteer Week, and at Shore Medical Center, we’re feeling an especially deep sense of gratitude for the people who give their time, energy, and hearts to help us fulfill our mission.

They sit with patients who could use a little company. They help visiting loved ones find their way through unfamiliar hallways. They greet every person who walks through our doors with calm, kindness, and a reassuring presence. They run our Shore Auxiliary Thrift Shops and gift shop, helping raise money for patient care initiatives. And they step in wherever they’re needed, in both big and small ways.

Their roles may look different, but their impact is the same — they bring comfort, connection, and care into moments that can feel overwhelming.

We’re especially grateful this week as we get the chance to celebrate them, including a small token of appreciation from our Volunteer Office, filled with treats and simple messages of thanks.

To our volunteers: thank you. For your time, your kindness, and the way you show up day after day for our patients, families, and staff. You are an essential part of Shore, and we are truly grateful for you. 💜🥰

If you feel a calling to help and would like to become a Volunteer at Shore, please call our Volunteer Office at 609-653-3543, or visit our Volunteer page to download an application: https://www.shoremedicalcenter.org/patients_visitors/auxiliary_and_volunteers