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Martha Jefferson Health Beat

  • Martha Jefferson Hospital installed the first MRI compatible pacemaker in the Central Virginia region in February of 2011. The new device provides new options for patients with pacemakers when it comes to having additional scans or tests down the road.

  • At Martha Jefferson Hospital it is important to us to do more than just treat a heart condition. 
    At Martha Jefferson Hospital it is important to us to do more than just treat a heart condition.  We look at all of the ways we can help you stay healthy and active.   Our trained team of experienced doctors is here to care for you. 

  • The following is an excerpt from a talk given by Dr. Zakaib at the Heart to Heart support group about his personal experience with a cardiac event.
    Seven years ago, at age 34, Dr. John Zakaib, now a cardiologist and director of electrophysiology at Martha Jefferson Hospital, spent his days studying medicine, learning alongside the best as the chief cardiology fellow at the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio. But in an instant, everything changed for him — both personally and professionally. In the blink of an eye, Dr. John Zakaib became Mr. Zakaib, a patient in his own hospital.

  • The Heart to Heart program offers education, discussion and reassurance with structured meetings that include a presentation by a physician and ample time for discussion and questions. 
    The Heart to Heart program offers education, discussion and reassurance with structured meetings that include a presentation by a physician and ample time for discussion and questions.

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3rd Graders Collect Stuffed Animals for Sick Kids

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Students at the Peabody School have collected stuffed animals that will be given to Martha Jefferson Hospital to comfort sick kids. More>>

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Health Beat Features

Rita's Lunch Bag

Dietician Rita Smith from Martha Jefferson Hospital shares healthy recipes and menu ideas on NBC29 News at Sunrise. More>>

Martha Jefferson Health Beat - Sleep Center

Restless nights and few hours of sleep can lead to difficult days.  If you suffer from sleeping problems, the Martha Jefferson Sleep Center can help. More>>

Martha Jefferson Health Beat - Bariatric Surgery

Bariatric surgery, or weight loss surgery, is a procedure that helps patients lose weight and maintain a healthy weight for a lifetime. Check out the Martha Jefferson Health Beat page for more on this procedure. More>>

Martha Jefferson Health Beat: Emergency Departments

Trips to the emergency room happen on an infrequent basis for most people.  But when you do need to visit, time is critical, and you'll likely want to be familiar with what you can expect when you arrive. More>>

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