Chronic diseases such as asthma Heart defects Down's syndrome Mental retardation Cerebral palsy Cystic fibrosis Sickle cell disease Congenital anomalies Pediatric anesthesiologists at Children's Hospital of New Jersey also offer a sedation program. For certain tests and procedures, sedation may be recommended to facilitate the performance of a test or procedure with the least discomfort to the child. The 700-member Auxiliary of Newark Beth Israel Medical Center provides support through special events and fund raisers. The Auxiliary has donated funds to benefit services provided by Newark Beth Israel Medical Center and Children's Hospital of New Jersey. The Auxiliary meets monthly to discuss upcoming events and other issues.
New members are always welcome.