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The Journey to Motherhood: A Special Bond Between Patient and Doctor
Riverview Medical Center's expert team of physicians is about more than just keeping you
healthy — they're also about building relationships that will last a lifetime.
"Throughout her life, every woman should expect a health care relationship she
can count on."
Virtually every woman would agree with Marilyn Loh Collado, M.D., a board
certified OB/GYN affiliated with Riverview Medical Center. However, not every woman
is fortunate enough to find this type of relationship with her doctor.
Care Through Every Stage of Life
For patients like Meg Brennan of Shark River Hills, Dr. Loh Collado's approach to
patient care has made all the difference.
"I would follow Dr. Loh Collado to the ends of the earth," says Meg. "I have
been her patient since I was 16 years old. She has seen me through some very
tough moments to two of the happiest moments of my life."
Meg is referring to the birth of her two children, John Peter (J.P.) and Mairead —
both born under Dr. Loh Collado's expert care at Riverview Medical Center. For Meg
it was a bit of a tough road to motherhood, and she admits that it would have been
much more difficult without Dr. Loh Collado..
"I don't know how to explain how
important she has been in my life," continues
Meg. "From the stress of trying to
get pregnant, to the stress of becoming a
new mother, to the stress of becoming a
mother of ‘two under two,' I have always
been able to count on her to understand
my physical and emotional needs. She's
just amazing!"
Team Care Benefits Patients
Dr. Loh Collado, chair of Obstetrics and
Gynecology at Riverview Medical Center,
feels equally fortunate. "At Riverview, I
work with the most accomplished, expert
OB/GYNs in the region," she says. "We
work together as a team, and we support
each other. Because of that, we're able to
provide the absolute best coverage for all
of our patients."
Dr. Loh Collado is referring to the
Laborist Team, which shares Dr. Loh
Collado's philosophy. Take Dana Jacoby,
M.D., for example.
"Each of my patients goes through a
unique journey to motherhood," explains
Dr. Jacoby, a board certified OB/GYN
affiliated with Riverview. "It's my job to
provide the best medical care and advice
so all patients feel supported and cared
for every step of the way."
Suzanne Sutton of Oakhurst recalls, "I
came to Dr. Jacoby after losing my first son
during the 38th week of pregnancy. From
this first meeting, it was clear that Dr. Jacoby
is very knowledgeable and takes time to work
with each patient and understand the unique
issues that arise in each pregnancy."
Every Step of the Way
Suzanne became pregnant soon after
becoming Dr. Jacoby's patient. She recalls
the 37 weeks between the conception and
delivery of son Zachary as some the most trying
weeks of her life. However, she credits
Dr. Jacoby with getting her through them.
"He was available any time I called. He
often called to see how I was doing, and he followed
up with me after my visits with the highrisk
specialists," explains Suzanne. "Zachary
is the love of my life. I have Dr. Jacoby to
thank for getting me through the pregnancy,
guarding my health, and bringing him safely
into this world."
 – Tria Deibert
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