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Andrew Klein
(212) 821-0560
(607) 254-8093
New York, NY – May 31, 2010 – A compound found in sunless tanning spray may help to heal wounds following surgery, according to new results published by plastic surgeons from NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center in New York City and biomedical engineers at Cornell University in Ithaca, N.Y., where the novel compound was developed.
Contact:
Jodi-Ann Bailey
Public Affairs Associate
(718) 780-5367
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Amy Massimo
Director, Public Affairs
(845) 348-2773
This year, the drill consisted of a hostage situation originating in the Emergency Department, and involved setting up the decontamination unit, relocating the emergency room, working with multiple agencies in the county in a joint command center, and treating multiple gunshot victims.
The drill was led by Walter Dusseldorp, Safety Officer at
Contact:
(212) 305-5587
glc9010@nyp.org
(212) 305-3900
eas2125@columbia.edu
New York, NY – May 28, 2010 – Physician-scientists from NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center will present their latest research findings at the American Urological Association Annual Meeting in San Francisco, May 29 to June 3.
Contact:
Andrew Klein
(212) 821-0560
New York, NY – May 28, 2010 – Dr. Dean Lorich was honored with the 2010 Roger E. Joseph Prize by Hebrew Union College for his humanitarian efforts in treating victims of the recent Haiti earthquake and in Landstuhl, Germany treating soldiers injured in Iraq and in Afghanistan. The award recognizes individuals making lasting contributions to the causes of human rights.
Contact: 
Katherine Emmanouilidi
Manager, Marketing and Public Relations
(201) 833-7092
Teaneck, NJ – May 27, 2010 – Holy Name Medical Center's MS Center held its 13th Annual Spring Fashion Fling on Saturday, May 15, 2010 raising over $140,000. All proceeds will go directly to patient care and research at Holy Name's MS Center.
Caption: Susan Zurndorfer, Chairperson; Chris Cimino, Honorary Chairperson, Meteorologist, WNBC-TV; Lisa Futterman, Development Officer, Holy Name Medical Center MS Center; Kevin McCarthy, Vice President, Development & Executive Director, Holy Name Health Care Foundation
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(212) 821-0560 (Tel.)
jdr2001@med.cornell.edu
New York, NY – May 26, 2010 – Weill Cornell Medical College today celebrated the start of construction on its new Medical Research Building, a state-of-the-art facility that will more than double the institution's existing research space. The 18-story, $650 million building is the centerpiece of Weill Cornell's $1.3 billion Discoveries that Make a Difference Campaign, the country's largest for a medical college. A total of $1 billion has been raised toward this goal in a record time of less than four years.
Contact:
Gloria Chin
(212) 305-5587
glc9010@nyp.org
Jennifer Homa
(212) 305-5587
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Katherine Emmanouilidi
Manager, Marketing and Public Relations
(201) 833-7092
Teaneck, NJ – May 20, 2010 – Ginny DeGreef, President of Holy Name Medical Center's Auxiliary recently presented a check for $1,000 to David Butler, MD, Holy Name OB/GYN and Vice President of the Center for the Rural Development of Milot (CRUDEM) and Alan Gwertzman, MD, Director of the Department of Anesthesiology at Holy Name.
The donation helps to underwrite the cost of the life saving oxygen processor that was donated to the Hopital Sacre Coeuer in
"When the members of the Auxiliary heard about what Holy Name did for the hospital in
Contact: 
Katherine Emmanouilidi
Manager, Marketing and Public Relations
(201) 833-7092
Teaneck, NJ – May 20, 2010 – Holy Name Medical Center's Hispanic Outreach Program, in partnership with the Celia Cruz Foundation, is proud to present the 1st Annual Walk for Hope – a 5K walk to raise awareness about the unique health and wellness needs targeted to the families in our Hispanic communities. Join us for this important inaugural Walk for Hope to create awareness on healthy living and to raise much-needed funds to offer care to the under-served members of our community.
Geraldo Rivera, EMMY Award-winning journalist, will lead the walk.
When: Saturday, May 22
Time: 9:30am
Where: James J. Braddock North Hudson Park, North Bergen, NJ 07047
Contact:
Mary Creagh
Public Affairs
(845) 786-4225
creaghm@helenhayeshospital.org
West Haverstraw, NY – May 20, 2010 – The world-renowned osteoporosis research team at Helen Hayes Hospital, New York State’s premier physical rehabilitation and research facility, has been awarded a four year $1.4 million research grant by the National Institute of Arthritis, Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS), a division of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The grant will fund a study examining the effect of Teriparatide (TPTD), an osteoporosis medication, on bone growth in the hip region.
Contact: 
Maureen Curran Kleinman
Marketing and Communications
(201) 291-6310
Contact: 
Maureen Curran Kleinman
Marketing and Communications
(201) 291-6310
Ridgewood, NJ – May 19, 2010 – Nancy Librera, Assistant Vice President of Oncology Services at The Valley Hospital, was recently honored as a year 2010 recipient of the Tribute to Women and Industry (TWIN) Award from the YWCA of Bergen County.
The TWIN Awards are presented annually by the YWCA of Bergen County to outstanding businesswomen who have made significant contributions to their companies in executive, managerial or professional capacities. The YWCA also recognized The Valley Hospital for its role in the advancement of women in business.
The Awards were presented in April at the 36th Annual TWIN Awards Dinner, held at the Marriott at Glenpointe in
Contact:
Andrew Klein
(212) 821-0560
ank2017@med.cornell.edu
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Katherine Emmanouilidi
Manager, Marketing and Public Relations
(201) 833-7092
Teaneck, NJ – May 18, 2010 – For obstetricians who have been in practice for as long as 30 years it is not uncommon to deliver two generations of family members; that is a "baby's baby." But George Ajjan, DO,
Contact:
Melissa Weisstuch
Vice President, Marketing
(914) 681-2380
White Plains, NY – May 18, 2010 – In what is the first of its kind minimally invasive procedure to be offered between Westchester and Albany, White Plains Hospital Center has joined a relatively small group of about 100 hospitals in the U.S. to provide Transanal Endoscopic Microsurgery (TEM) to remove rectal polyps and early stage rectal cancers.
Contact:
Belinda Mager
(212) 305-5587
New York, NY – May 18, 2010 – NewYork-Presbyterian has created a new careers and nursing website to recruit the best and brightest for a wide range of clinical and non-clinical positions. The innovative site -- www.nyp.org/careers -- simplifies the process of searching and applying for a job, while featuring the real stories of Hospital employees.
Contact: 
Amy Massimo
Director, Public Affairs
(845) 348-2773
Nyack, NY – May 18, 2010 –
Over 250 people came out to cheer on the bands - Miss Diagnosis, Magic 8 Ball, the
When the music was over, Magic 8 Ball was chosen by the crowd as the Nyack Hospital Band of the Year The members of the winning band Magic 8 Ball are Hematologist/Oncologist Robert March, MD on drums; Dennis Reulbach on bass/vocals, Andy Meyers on guitar/vocals and lead singer Chris Clarke.
Proceeds from
Contact:
Lezlie Greenberg
(212) 821-0560
New York, NY - May 18, 2010 – GHESKIO, an institution in Haiti founded nearly three decades ago to fight a mysterious killer disease later identified as AIDS, has been awarded the prestigious 2010 Gates Award for Global Health for its years of groundbreaking clinical service, research and training to effectively treat and prevent the spread of the HIV/AIDS and other related illnesses.
Contact:
Amy Massimo
Director, Public Affairs
(845) 348-2773
This screening is open to women 40 to 64 years old who are uninsured or underinsured and is partially funded by a grant from the Greater New York City Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure® and the Cancer Services Program of Rockland County (CSPRC) CDC.
To register for an appointment, please call 845.369.0742 extension 1. Walk-ins welcome!
Contact:
Amy Massimo
Director, Public Affairs
(845) 348-2773
Nyack, NY – May 17, 2010 – The Greater New York City Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure® has awarded a $76,000 grant to
“We are very proud of the confidence that Komen Greater New York City has shown in awarding us this grant. The funding will allow us to continue to expand our community outreach in serving those in our area who are financially unable to access screening programs through the traditional medical system,” stated Patricia Joseph, MD, Director, Breast & Women’s Health Prevention Services at
Contact:
Scott Orstad
Manager, Corporate Communications
(203) 276-5933
Stamford, CT – April 5, 2010 – The Connecticut Department of Public Health has designated Stamford Hospital as a Primary Stroke Center (
As a
“The designation officially recognizes the highest level of care that Stamford Hospital offers our stroke patients,” said Dr. Louise Resor, Stamford Hospital’s Director of Neurology and Medical Director of Stroke Program. “Generally, patients who have been treated in a stroke center leave the hospital with fewer disabilities.”
Contact:
Scott Orstad
Manager, Corporate Communications
(203) 276-5933
Stamford, CT – April 30, 2010 – Twelve Stamford Hospital nurses have been awarded the Nightingale Award for Excellence in Nursing, Connecticut’s largest state-wide nursing recognition program. The awards will be presented to the nurses on Tuesday, May 11, at the Italian Center of Stamford.
The recipients were nominated by their peers and selected by a panel of nursing professionals. Honorees are recognized for making a significant impact on patient care; going “beyond the call of duty;” demonstrating excellence in the field and a commitment to the community; or for outstanding life-long achievement.
Contact:
Scott Orstad
Manager, Corporate Communications
(203) 276-5933
Stamford, CT – April 1, 2010 – Connecticut Magazine has named 71 Stamford Hospital physicians across 22 categories in its annual list of Top Doctors. More than 5,000 questionnaires were sent to doctors from one end of Connecticut to the other asking them to recommend a doctor to whom they would send a loved one for expert medical care. In this year’s survey, the focus was on general internal medicine as well as the specialties of allergy and immunology, cardiology, endocrinology, family medicine, geriatric medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, oncology and hematology, physical medicine, podiatry, radiology, and rheumatology. The most recommended doctors, as well as top finishers from 2007-2009 made the final list.
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Katherine Emmanouilidi
Manager, Marketing and Public Relations
(201) 833-7092
Teaneck, NJ – May 13, 2010 – Holy Name Medical Center's Donna Vaglio, CNOR, BS, MA, Director of Surgical Services/LDRP/PEDS and a resident of Secaucus; and Sheryl Ann Syby, RNC, Unit Director of Pediatrics, Sniffles Club and the Special Care Nursery, and a resident of Dumont, were each honored with the TWIN Diamond Award by the YWCA of Bergen County at the 36th annual TWIN event on April 29. They were among 28 women from 21 organizations who were recognized. Holy Name Medical Center received the Corporate Recognition Award for its outstanding support of the advancement of women in industry.
The Helen Hayes Hospital Adapted Sports & Recreation Program will host several water sports events this spring and summer. All programs are specially adapted to accommodate the varying needs of individuals with physical disabilities.
Saturday/Sunday, June 19 and 20
A Water Ski Clinic will take place on Saturday, June 19, 2010 at Twin Lakes in Monroe, New York. The event is being produced in conjunction with Leaps of Faith Disabled Water Ski Club. No prior experience is required and all equipment will be provided. In case of rain, the program will take place on Sunday, June 20.
Saturday, July 10
An Adapted Rowing Program will take place on Saturday, July 10, 2010 at Congers Lake in Congers, New York. Members of Nyack’s River Rowing Association will join hospital staff in providing an introduction to rowing, a sport which builds endurance and strength. Boats and adaptive equipment will be available. In case of rain, the program will take place on Sunday July 11.
July 22 and August 19
Kayak outings are planned for Thursday July 22 and Thursday August 19, 2010. The Adapted Sports & Rec Program will provide the kayaks and adapted seating, as required. Beginners are welcome.
All programs are free of charge, but pre-registration is required. To register, contact Matthew Castelluccio, Adapted Sports Coordinator at 845-786-4950, or castellucciom@helenhayeshosp.org .
Helen Hayes Hospital
Helen Hayes Hospital is certified as a chapter of Disabled Sports USA, a member of the U.S. Olympic Committee that offers programs through its nationwide network of 100 community-based chapters operating in 38 states. Through its Adaptive Sports & Recreation Program, Helen Hayes Hospital is committed to enabling individuals of all abilities to pursue competitive and recreational sports and activities. Currently, the hospital hosts an array of activities, including golf, downhill skiing, sailing, softball, gardening, handcycling, and yoga. Individuals of all abilities, including those with limitations due to amputation, spinal cord injury, stroke, multiple sclerosis or orthopedic disorders, are welcome to participate.
For additional information on any program, contact Matthew Castelluccio, Adapted Sports Coordinator at 845-786-4950, or castellucciom@helenhayeshosp.org.
Contact:
Katherine Emmanouilidi
Manager, Marketing and Public Relations
(201) 833-7092
Teaneck, NJ – May 10, 2010 – Holy Name Medical Center's MS Center, celebrating 25 years of MS patient care and service, will hold its 13th Annual Spring Fashion Fling Fundraiser on Saturday, May 15, 2010 from 11:30 a.m to 3:30 p.m. at the Marriott Glenpointe Hotel in Teaneck, NJ.
Contract:
Maureen Curran Kleinman
Marketing and Communications
(201) 291-6310
Contact:
Maureen Curran Kleinman
Marketing and Communications
(201) 291-6310
Ridgewood, NJ – May 6, 2010 – The Valley Hospital’s cancer program has been honored with the American College of Surgeon’s prestigious Commission on Cancer Outstanding Achievement Award for 2009. Valley was one of only three hospitals in
Contact:
Maureen Curran Kleinman
Marketing and Communications
(201) 291-6310
More than 450 adults and children attended this year’s event, which was held at Season’s in
Contact:
Bryan Dotson
(212) 305-5587
New York, NY – May 4, 2010 – NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, the Official Hospital of the New York Yankees, is launching the National Nurses Week celebration locally with a 30-second public service announcement (PSA) on one of the largest HD screens in the sports world. The PSA are being shown at Yankee Stadium during three home games against the Baltimore Orioles on May 3, 4 and 5. National Nurses Week is traditionally celebrated annually during the first week in May.
"The city's nurses are our own local heroes -- a championship team in their own right -- and we wanted to show our heartfelt appreciation for their skills, hard work, dedication, caring and compassion," says Dr. Herbert Pardes, president and CEO of NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. "It's our way of saying ‘thank you' to all the nurses in the greater New York area by letting them know they have fans not only in the stadium, but all over the city."
"Nurses touch people's lives in powerful ways and do an incredible job under all types of situations. They are an integral part of the health care team, and this is a great opportunity to publicly recognize all nurses in a big way," adds Wilhelmina Manzano, senior vice president and chief nursing officer for
The PSA is being aired on the centerfield HD screen during pre-game activities for the May 3-5 games against
Contact:
Maureen Curran Kleinman
Marketing and Communications
(201) 291-6310
Ridgewood, NJ – May 4, 2010 – The Valley Hospital has added new, state-of-the-art breast MRI coil technology to its Breast Center services, making Valley the only hospital in Bergen and Passaic counties to offer this capability for superior magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) studies of the breasts.
Dear Colleagues:
National Nurses Week is celebrated annually in May around the birthday of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing. This is a moment to make sure that we recognize the absolutely critical role that the profession, and the practice, of nursing, plays every day around the world --and right here.
Last year alone, our NYHQ 1,037 nurses cared for more than 35,000 inpatients, helped deliver nearly 4,000 babies and treated more than 115,000 emergency room patients. Our nursing staff is mainly comprised of registered nurses, and also includes licensed practical nurses, senior level nurses in administration, nurse practitioners, nurse educators and nurse’s aides.
Nurses have a special place in my heart (and not only because my wife and my daughter are nurses). Every hospital administrator knows that nurses are the heart and soul of a hospital. Their skills and compassion are reflected in the quality medical care they provide to our patients during their most vulnerable time physically and emotionally.
We credit our nursing professionals with the significant improvements we have accomplished in patient safety as shown by our dramatic system-wide reductions in hospital-acquired infections, pressure ulcers and injuries resulting from falls.
Patient safety is at the core of our nursing work, and the National Patient Safety Goals are central to the Joint Commission’s guidelines for hospitals. As I reported last month, The Joint Commission, the national accrediting body for health care facilities, recently granted us three-year re-accreditation.
We are grateful to our nurses for their dedication to our patients and their contributions to making NYHQ an environment that people can trust for high quality care. On May 7, we look forward to announcing the 2010 winners for our nursing awards, which includes Nurse of the Year, the Nurse Leader Award and the Compassion Award.
Sincerely,
Stephen S. Mills, F.A.C.H.E.
Contact:
Jodi-Ann Bailey
Public Affairs Associate
(718) 780-5367
Contact:
Linda Kamateh
(212) 821-0560
lib9027@med.cornell.edu
New York, NY – May 3, 2010 – Researchers have developed a computer-based system that can automatically track radiation dose exposure from computed tomography (CT) scans, improving the ability for doctors and patients to track their cumulative health care–related radiation exposure.
