Zufall Health

To do great things, you need to have vision. Last night at the Be Well Benefit, a fundraiser for our first school-based health center in Franklin Township, we premiered a special video honoring the incredible legacy and vision of Dr. Bob and Kay Zufall. The Zufalls dedicated themselves to being there for people who had nowhere else to turn for health care services—just like we will for children and families in Franklin Township. Today would have been Kay’s 98th birthday, and earlier this year, we sadly lost Dr. Bob just months before his 100th. Despite their passing, their vision continues to guide us in everything we do. To support our school-based care initiative, visit: https://lnkd.in/es5Wmjvh

One of our dental team’s best-kept secrets is its free continuing education series, presented in partnership with Delta Dental of New Jersey and Connecticut. In lieu of a registration fee, a donation to Zufall Health is appreciated. Our next dental learning opportunity will review oral cancer and oral potentially malignant disease, including risk factors, diagnosis, treatment, and management. Speaker Thomas P. Sollecito, DMD, currently serves as both professor and chair of oral medicine at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine and professor of oral medicine in otolaryngology:? head and neck surgery at University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. Learn more and register at zufallhealth.org/cde

This #AmeriCorpsWeek, we celebrate the dedication of Zufall Health AmeriCorps members like Nikhita and Serenity, who focus on guiding new mothers through pregnancy and postpartum care. In addition to maternal health, our AmeriCorps members support many impactful programs in our health center, including diabetes management, asthma care, HIV/AIDS services, oral health, and health insurance enrollment. AmeriCorps is a national program that connects volunteers with meaningful service projects in nonprofits and government agencies. Join Zufall’s next AmeriCorps cohort to gain valuable health care experience while making a lasting impact in our communities. We’re accepting applications through August 30: https://bit.ly/3YTtzWl

In this quarter’s Be Well newsletter, the first of our 35th anniversary year, we’re excited to share with you: ??? How you can (and why you should!) communicate with members of Congress about federal support for community health centers like Zufall Health ???? The story of our patient, Lillie, who partnered with a multidisciplinary team of Zufall Health providers and resources to regain control of her health and life ?? How we’re expanding access to health care in Essex County, thanks to our longstanding partnership with RWJBarnabas Health. Read more: bit.ly/BeWellMarch2025

Community health centers care for 1 in 10 people in the U.S. and save the health care system billions of dollars—but our federal funding is about to expire. We’re asking you to urge Congress to extend and increase this vital support. In only a few minutes, you can make a difference for the millions who depend on our care, including more than 50,000 patients at Zufall Health. Call your representatives: https://lnkd.in/enrg75Yz Email your representatives: https://lnkd.in/eBa-9Zgk

It’s our pleasure to welcome Noah Goldman, MD, MBA, medical director of cancer programs at Penn Medicine Princeton Health, to our Board of Directors. A gynecologic oncology specialist with more than 25 years of experience, Goldman has led Princeton Health’s comprehensive oncology programs since 2021. In addition to seeing patients, he collaborates with administrative and medical leadership to ensure quality care and advance innovative cancer treatments. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e2FpUReB

#CallForArtists! Submit artwork for Zufall Health's upcoming West Orange group art show, "In Focus: What the Eye Sees" by April 11. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e_2eiBBq We invite professional and amateur artists over the age of 18 to submit works that explore Vision in both literal and metaphorical forms. Examples of work we’re seeking include, but are not limited to, close-up studies, macro or long exposure photography, optical illusion, surrealism, light and shadow explorations, eye-centric art, distorted reflections, hyperrealism, and experiments with how color affects perception.

Save the date for Smiles for Our Heroes 2025 at Zufall Health - West Orange, presented in partnership with Delta Dental of New Jersey and Connecticut! - Saturday, June 21. This annual, festive event provides free dental services to veterans, honoring their sacrifices with the care they deserve. Skilled dental professionals and dedicated volunteers come together to provide cleanings, fillings, extractions, health resources, and more—all at no cost to those who have served. Want to be part of this special day? ?? Veterans – Sign up for free dental care: bit.ly/SFOH2025 ?? Volunteers – Help provide care or event support: bit.ly/SFOH-volunteer

As Black History Month comes to a close, we reflect on the achievements of Dr. Aaron Shirley, a trailblazing Community Health Center physician. In 1965, Dr. Shirley became the first African-American resident at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. He later provided medical services at the nation’s first rural Community Health Center (now DELTA HEALTH CENTER INC.), co-founded the Jackson-Hinds Comprehensive Health Center, developed the Jackson Medical Mall, and launched HealthConnect—key contributions to advancing fair and just healthcare for residents of Mississippi and across the country. As documented on the "Our Health Stories" website, Dr. Shirley’s teachings and accomplishments not only left a lasting impression on his community but also on his children, as he emphasized the importance of building authentic relationships to achieve social justice and drive mission-focused work. "He (Dr. Shirley) felt like this is who I am. This is what I want to do, and these are the skills I have, and I’m going to use them to do all that I can to help others," said his son Kevin Shirley. Read more about Dr. Shirley's lasting impact on health centers and his children's memories of his teachings and accomplishments: https://lnkd.in/eTgm2Pz9 #BHM #BlackHistoryMonth #ValueCHCs

Good health starts with good food! Jamie Rodgerson, mobile food access coordinator, helps make that possible with fresh produce delivery for a recent patient event. Health is shaped by more than medical and dental care—nonclinical factors like food access, housing, and transportation all play a role. At Zufall Health, we address these social drivers to provide comprehensive support to our patients beyond the exam room. If you or someone you know could benefit from food assistance in northern and central New Jersey, learn more about our programs, here: https://lnkd.in/eF7hYgVt