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for JOHN WERTHEIMER
Verneda Lights
December 8, 2023
With deep fondness, I remember John, whom I knew as chief resident at Presbyterian University Medical Center. These many years later, I still grieve the untimely loss of this talented physician. May his soul rest in eternal love, and may light perpetual shine upon him.
Ed Mc Ginley
December 8, 2020
I was starting as a cardiology fellow at AEMC when John was starting as an attending Cardiologist. He knew so much more then we and so it was important to him to teach us. It was important to him that we learn. When we did he somehow allowed a comradeship to develop which lasted beyond the training. I must say this characterized the Cardiology program of Dr. Harry Goldberg the Department Chair. John was a very good human being. His family suffered a grave loss as did his patients when he died too young.
Verneda Lights
August 22, 2013
I am speechless! John was a wise, compassionate Chief Resident at Presbyterian Hospital when I was an Intern there. He was a vital part of the Philadelphia medical community, and I am deeply saddened about his death. His family is in my prayers.
Janet Millenson
May 8, 2013
What a shock to find John's name in the alumni obituaries section of the Pennsylvania Gazette! I knew him when we were undergraduates at Penn. He was such a sweet guy, kind and caring, and he looked forward to a career helping others. My condolences to all of you on your untimely loss. May you be comforted by memories of happy times together.
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Ruth Hanno
March 11, 2013
I was so sorry to read about John's death in the Pennsylvania Gazette just now. I have not seen him in many years but remember him well. We were friends and classmates at Penn Med School in the mid seventies and also interns together at Presbyterian Hospital 1976-77. John was the nicest guy, a really wonderful person and classmate. My sincerest sympathy to his family.
Anthony Gable
January 31, 2013
Dr Wertheimer was my preceptor while i was a NP student at LaSalle. What a phenominal person and genuinely fine human being. I am stunned at this news. My condolences to his family
Craig Oliner
January 29, 2013
Dear Barbara, Julie and Sam
I just received this terrible news from my mother who lives in Florida. The community's loss is great. Your loss is greater.
As you may remember, John and I met in 1991 when John was moving into full-time private practice. I "replaced" John as director of the Cardiac Care Unit at Einstein Medical Center. The quotes indicate that John was, and is, irreplaceable. John helped me learn the job of CCU director, although I distinctly remember that some of the physicians and unit staff felt that no one -- absolutely no one -- could come close to being as good as John.
Along with Morrie Kotler and a few others, John was instrumental in introducing me to the Einstein community. Working with him for many years, I quickly learned of the tremendous respect accorded John. Respect that was well deserved, for John was a meticulous cardiologist. The residents and fellows all-too-well remember being "grilled" about the details of the course and care of his patients.
John's joy of family was ever-present. At Julie's and Sam's Bat Mitzvahs, he expressed delight with stories of affection and smiles of happiness, not to mention the dancing!
I already miss him.
Jeannette Small
January 28, 2013
I have many fond memories of John from AEMC days in the CCU! I remember John as an extremely intelligent cardiologist willing to share his knowledge but what set him apart was his genuine compassion for his patients. A kind and gentle giant I feel privileged to have worked with him. My deepest sympathies to Barbara and his daughters, who he adored. You will be in my prayers for Gods love and peace in the days ahead.
Sincerely,
Jeannette Filson Small
Jeffrey Brown
January 27, 2013
To the family:
John lived 2 doors down from our family on Sharpnack Street in Philadelphia. I was a few years younger than John, and remember looking up to him, particularly his shelf of sports trophies from Little League. We were friendly with John and his parents. My mom still tells stories of John walking me to elementary school. Sorry to hear of your loss - wanted to share this memory of John from long ago...
Jeff Brown
Joel Eisenberg
January 27, 2013
John was one of the kindest, most empathetic people I've ever met. I felt privileged to be a patient of his; not only because of his skill as a surgeon but because of his ability to heal a wounded soul. May G-d bless you and keep you in this difficult time.
Trudi Jaffe
January 19, 2013
My heartfelt condolences go to the Werthiemer family. Finding out this week that, JW passed was shocking and very sad. JW took care of my Husband for many years. I hope that they will meet up and continue kibitzing.
John Wertheimer = MENSCH.
January 8, 2013
Dear Barbara, Julie and Sam, I am so sad to hear about John's passing. What a wonderful man, devoted husband and father. I am proud to call him my friend. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Bernadette Hirst and family
Bunny Malvoso
December 28, 2012
Dr. John was my late husband's doctor for many years. I could never ever find the words to express our love for this man. He was with me every step of the way when my husband passed. He not only cared for my husband, but his compassion for what I was going through at that time I will never forget. So sad that such a gifted man was taken from the world much, much too soon. My condolences to his family
He will live in the hearts of many forever.
Sincerely
Mrs. Bunny Malvoso
Edward Mc Ginley
December 24, 2012
I met John as a fellow in cardiology at Einstein when he first joined the staff.He was an excellent teacher and role model. Over the years whenever I had to talk with him about patients it was always a pleasure because he was always available, knowledgable and supportive. He will be missed.
December 23, 2012
So very sad to learn of John's passing.I first met John in 1981 when he joined the staff at Albert Einstein Medical Center. Though I only knew him professionally, I considered him a friend. A sentiment probably held by by most who had the good fortune to know John.
May he rest in peace.
Dave Lipkin MD
Gloria Teblum Cohen-Dion
December 22, 2012
I was deeply saddened to her about Johnn's death. I have wonderful memories of the young child he was and was always proud to know what a wonderful man he had become. My heart goes out to you all.
Alby Salaman
December 19, 2012
A wonderful doctor and friend!
Brad Segall
December 18, 2012
Barbara, Julie and Samantha...we were deeply saddened to hear about John's passing...always enjoyed the time i spent in John's company, especially talking about the Phillies. He will be sorely missed.
Michele and Brad Segall
Nancy Jamieson
December 16, 2012
I was so saddened to hear of Dr. Wertheimer's passing.A brilliant doctor and a kind and compassionate person,Dr. Wertheimer saved my father's life many times when he was a patient at Abington Hospital.I will never forget his determination and tireless efforts to find a way to give my dad a quality life despite all of his heart issues.I am honored to have known Dr.Wertheimer, and will never forget what he did for my family.RIP,Doctor.
December 16, 2012
So sad to hear about John. We will remember him always.
Lillian Piasecki
Fay Rappaport
mark cuker
December 16, 2012
John was my high school classmate who, as it turned out, treated my father in his last days. He showed tremendous compassion and sensitivity towards my parents during that most difficult time. All of us in his class were well aware of John's intellectual brilliance, but it was equaled, if not exceeded, by his care and compassion for his patients. He will be sorely missed.
Barb & Ken Daniel
December 16, 2012
Dear Barbara, Julie, and Samantha, John's loss will be felt by so many for so long. He was one of a kind, and a special light in the world.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
December 15, 2012
barbara, sorry for your loss. john was a great guy. norma and jerry koller
Marc & Ellen Connelly
December 15, 2012
Barbara & Family,
We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Jeff Richman
December 15, 2012
So sorry to hear of John's passing. A true gentleman whose enthusiasm, wit, knowledge, humor and playing style made him an AJBL basketball legend. Jumpin' Johnny even had the chance to apply his doctorin' skills to help save a couple of teammates and my uncle over the years. He will be truly missed. Our prayers go out to all his family and friends. Rest in peace my friend.
Jeff Richman
December 15, 2012
So sorry to hear of John's passing. A true gentleman whose enthusiasm, wit, knowledge, humor and playing style made him an AJBL basketball legend. Jumpin' Johnny even had the chance to apply his doctorin' skills to help save a couple of teammates and my uncle over the years. He will be truly missed. Our prayers go out to all his family and friends. Rest in peace my friend.
Lynn Brown
December 15, 2012
I met John when I was working for him as a secretary in 1982-1983. I found him to be intelligent, smart, and caring. He was too young to die. Please know your family is in my hearts and paryers,
anne cowan
December 15, 2012
Barb, Julie and Sam,
My heart goes out to you. I first met John at Einstein, where I served as his first secretary when he joined the Cardiology Staff. He was always a kind, gentle soul. I will never forget his kindness to me. He will be missed.
Alan Kligerman
December 14, 2012
During my office visits to PAH&V John and I discussed baseball as much as my medical condition. Many times I needed inspiration to go on and someone to tell me everything would be alright. John always found a way to make me look on the bright side. John was my doctor but he will always be in my thoughts. I will miss him!
Gerald Porter
December 14, 2012
John was my student in calculus at Penn many long years ago but I remember him as a bright student with an engaging personality. When my wife began using computing in her teaching at Bryn Mawr, John wrote the computer program that she used. It was used for many years. I was not in contact over these many years but I do have fond memories. Condolences to his family.
Olga Zolotnitsky
December 14, 2012
I first met Dr Wertheimer in 1991 when started working in albert einstein med center as physician assistant. What a wonderful person and physician he was! Knowledgable, caring and just brilliant. I enjoyed his company whenever I could!. Our daughters even went to the same Spring Lake farm Camp. Last time I saw John few months ago at the dinner meeting. RIP, John. I will never forget you!
Gail Carter- Hamilton
December 14, 2012
John Wertheimer was not only my doctor and my health advisor but I came to know him later as a friend! He was a good man. Kind, sincere, generous, and caring. I remember how he held my hand the first time I was in the Cath Lab. The calls to "check up on me' when I was not well, and most recently to talk about the baseball game the last time I was in to the office as his patient. Dr. Wertheimer saved my life and gave me hope. I now want to give that same hope to those that are left to mourn him. He will be missed but forever loved!
December 14, 2012
An incredible kind, sincere, and caring human being who also happened to be a phenomenal cardiologist and an excellent diagnostician. We'll miss you. nancy & franklin
December 14, 2012
My deepest sympathies to Dr. Wertheimer's family. I was a patient of his for years. He was truly a gifted and compassionate doctor. I was fortunate to have been under his care. Steve Silverberg
Chales Temel
December 14, 2012
John was good man. Father, physician, friend and sports fan. He will be missed.
"See you on the range"
Charlie, Judy Erica, Laura and Dan Temel
December 14, 2012
Dear Barabara, Julie and Sam,
Our deepest sympathies to all of you. Your husband and father was such a good man - kind, generous,understanding, thoughtful. A physician loved and missed by his patients and their families, and respected, admired and also missed by so many with whom he worked over the years.
May you find peace and comfort in your love and memories of him.
Bill and Nancy
Peg Lawson
December 14, 2012
I first met Dr.Wertheimer in 1990 when I was a new nurse working on the cardiology floor at Einstein Hospital. I came to respect him so much that I took my own Mother to him when she started having heart problems a few years later. She saw him regularly for the next 15+ years. What a wonderful man he was. His knowledge and command of cardiac disease undoubtedly kept my mother's condition under control. More importantly, his calm and reassuring demeanor and approach kept her mind at ease. The medical world has lost a legend in him. I am glad he is not suffering and I hope his family finds peace and comfort in knowing just what a difference he made in the lives of so many.
shellie zonies - jakubiak
December 14, 2012
my deepest sympathy to your beloved john....what a wonderful person, doctor, friend.....he had a wonderful bedside manner and he was a special person in my parents lives.....will miss you john, and thank you for being so kind to me and my parents.....you will always remain in my heart...
Jennifer Angelo
December 14, 2012
Dear Barbara, Julie and Sam - My wholehearted condolences to you for the loss of a great man, husband and father. I first met John when driving Sam and Julie to Spring Lake Farm, then again with Julie to meet Ed Rendell. He supported you Barbara during your stellar WMP performances. For me, he was a gifted, enthusiastic and talented doctor who saved the life of my father. Words can never thank him for all that he has done for me and for the entire medical community.
May your grief and sadness be tempered by so many memories of such an incredible man.
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