Southern Ocean Medical Center Expands Catheterization Lab with Cutting-Edge Technology

Hackensack Meridian Southern Ocean Medical Center recently expanded its cardiac catheterization lab and interventional radiology procedures through a $1.5 million investment, adding a GE Innova IGS 540 angiography suite. Designed to expand the available interventional procedures, such as minimally invasive peripheral vascular and endovascular procedures and aortic aneurysm repair, this advanced technology enables the medical center to diagnose and treat more patients with cardiovascular disease.

“With this latest cutting-edge technology, diagnosis of heart, artery and valve disease as well as evaluation for interventional procedures are now accessible to achieve the best patient outcomes,” said Vascular Surgeon and Vice Chairman of the Department of Surgery Arthur DeMarsico, D.O., FACOS, RPVI, Vascular Surgery and Vein Center of Southern Ocean Medical Center. “By providing a unique combination of superior image clarity and reduced radiation, vascular surgeons, interventional radiologists, and cardiologists have the best tools and equipment necessary to provide numerous state-of-the-art interventional procedures in a safe environment.”

“As we continue to meet the growing needs of our community, this major expansion provides advanced interventional radiology procedures that will dramatically impact cardiac care and vascular disease for residents in the Southern Ocean community,” said Michele Morrison, MPH, BHSA, R.N., chief hospital executive, Southern Ocean Medical Center.

“This major investment will help address the growing number of procedures performed at Southern Ocean Medical Center, providing advanced imaging for the diagnosis and treatment of an array of cardiac and vascular conditions,” said Kenneth N. Sable, M.D., MBA, FACEP, regional president, southern market.

A celebratory ribbon cutting was held July 24 at Southern Ocean Medical Center to celebrate the opening of the new Cardiac, Vascular and Interventional Radiology Suite and, to acknowledge the grateful gift by community member, Michael Armellino, toward the medical center’s expansion. See photo/caption below.

As part of the most comprehensive health network in the state, Southern Ocean Medical Center offers more options than ever before for treating cardiovascular illnesses. The collective strengths and collaboration with experts within our Hackensack Meridian Health network ensures seamless and expedited care for the most complex heart conditions.

To learn how you can support the growth of Southern Ocean Medical Center, please call Jim Young, executive director, Southern Ocean Medical Center Foundation, at 609-978-3040 or James.Young@hmhn.org.

For more information about cardiovascular services, visit hackensackmeridian.org/SOMC. For a free physician referral, call 844-HMH-WELL.