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Eclipse Safety: Here's How To Properly Use Eye Protection, Westchester Expert Says Eclipse Safety: Here's How To Properly Use Eye Protection, Westchester Expert Says
Eclipse Safety: Here's How To Properly Use Eye Protection, Westchester Expert Says As New York residents prepare to gaze up at the sky during the upcoming historic solar eclipse less than a week away, a Westchester County eye expert is giving tips on how to properly view the event while using protection.  Known as the "Great North American Eclipse," the astronomical event will cross the United States on Monday, April 8, and bring a partial eclipse to the Hudson Valley. According to experts, such a spectacle can be dangerous to view without eye protection because the sun continues to emit harmful ultraviolet rays, and gazing directly at it can cause severe damage to th…
WMCHealth Updates Visitation Guidelines At Network Hospitals WMCHealth Updates Visitation Guidelines At Network Hospitals
Wmchealth Updates Visitation Guidelines At Network Hospitals Updated visitation guidelines went into effect at all Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) hospitals that enable patient visitation for up to two support persons, designated by the patient or healthcare proxy. WMCHealth worked closely with the New York State Department of Health on the visitation update, which is in alignment with all state guidelines and helps ensure the safety of our patients, their caregivers, our workforce members, and the community. Please visit each hospital’s website for additional visitation information and the most current updates. The new visitatio…
Corks & Forks Event Benefits New Caregiver Program At Good Samaritan Hospital Corks & Forks Event Benefits New Caregiver Program At Good Samaritan Hospital
Corks & Forks Event Benefits New Caregiver Program At Good Samaritan Hospital More than 200 guests attended Corks & Forks, a culinary event benefiting Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) on November 17. Proceeds from the event will help Good Samaritan Hospital launch a new Caregiver Program. This innovative service will offer patients’ caregivers – their parents, children, siblings and friends – a helping hand to ease the emotional, physical and logistical demands of caring for someone who is ill or injured. Caregiver Program services will include counseling, respite and referrals to community members th…
Good Samaritan Hospital Opens New Esophageal And Reflux Center Good Samaritan Hospital Opens New Esophageal And Reflux Center
Good Samaritan Hospital Opens New Esophageal And Reflux Center Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), recently launched its Esophageal and Reflux Center, specializing in the treatment of a range of esophageal conditions from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) to esophageal cancer. Good Samaritan Hospital is the only hospital in Rockland and Orange counties to provide a dedicated Esophageal and Reflux Center with a multidisciplinary team comprised of board-certified gastroenterologists, thoracic surgeons, pathologists and radiologists who work collaboratively to develop personalized care strateg…
How Can I Maintain A Healthy Weight In Winter? How Can I Maintain A Healthy Weight In Winter?
How Can I Maintain A Healthy Weight In Winter? The key is planning and pacing, according to Maria Scaffidi, MPA, RD, CDN, Bariatric Coordinator at the Surgical Weight Loss Institute at Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth). Eat meals on small plates to prevent overeating. Your brain will think you’re eating a bigger meal. “High-fiber and lean-protein snacks between meals help fuel the body and promote weight loss,” Scaffidi said. (Think avocado or almond butter on wheat toast or a Greek yogurt with mixed berries.) Wash it down with zero-calorie beverages such as unsweetened iced te…
Building A Support System For Sufferers Of Brain Injury Building A Support System For Sufferers Of Brain Injury
Building A Support System For Sufferers Of Brain Injury Negotiating for hostages, fighting sex trafficking and empowering women through technology were among the skills that Aimee Rubin had acquired throughout her professional life. The Haverstraw therapist and clinician holds two master’s degrees and had worked at the World Bank, helping give women and children resources to rise from poverty. But life skidded to an abrupt halt on the night of August 9, 2017, as five deer crossing the highway stopped traffic – except for the distracted driver behind Rubin who slammed into her car at 65 miles per hour. “It just took one second for everything I ha…
Good Samaritan Hospital Opens New Bariatric Surgery Center Good Samaritan Hospital Opens New Bariatric Surgery Center
Good Samaritan Hospital Opens New Bariatric Surgery Center Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), has completed construction on a new Bariatric Surgery Center. The expansion and interest in the hospital’s established weight-loss surgery program signaled the need for the creation of a modern and dedicated space. The hospital held a ceremony today heralding the official opening of the new center, which offers advanced bariatric surgery techniques for severely obese patients. An All-New Approach to Weight Loss Surgery In Suffern, NY The 6,000-square-foot Bariatric Surgery Center includes seve…
Good Samaritan Hospital And Sterling National Bank Golf And Tennis Classic Raises $120,000 Good Samaritan Hospital And Sterling National Bank Golf And Tennis Classic Raises $120,000
Good Samaritan Hospital And Sterling National Bank Golf And Tennis Classic Raises $120,000 More than 120 golf and tennis enthusiasts played for a purpose during the 30th Annual Good Samaritan Hospital and Sterling National Bank Golf and Tennis Classic on September 16. Approximately $120,000 was raised through the event, which was held at the Tuxedo Club in Tuxedo Park, New York. Proceeds from the Golf and Tennis Classic will support enhancements in facilities, equipment, technology and services at Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth). In addition to an 18-hole golf shamble and round robin tennis tournament, the fundraiser …
Minimum Pain, Maximum Results: The Benefits Of Robotic Surgery Minimum Pain, Maximum Results: The Benefits Of Robotic Surgery
Minimum Pain, Maximum Results: The Benefits Of Robotic Surgery A fit, physically active 76-year-old widower, Thomas Gordon always has been fascinated by technology and machinery. Primarily self-taught, the Saddle Brook, NJ, resident is retired from his own company, in which he installed machinery in factories that manufactured iconic snacks such as Oreo cookies, Ritz Crackers and Fig Newtons. The father of four and grandfather of seven enjoys working on and remodeling the homes of his children. In July 2018, he was helping install a new kitchen in the home of his youngest daughter, Kelly. “They were putting countertops in, and they were really heavy,” …
Bon Secours Charity Health System Receives National Recognition In Women’s Care Bon Secours Charity Health System Receives National Recognition In Women’s Care
Bon Secours Charity Health System Receives National Recognition In Women’s Care The Birthing Centers of Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern and St. Anthony Community Hospital in Warwick, both members of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), are recipients of Healthgrades’ highest maternal care honors. Both birthing centers received Five-star ratings for C-section deliveries and Good Samaritan Hospital was also awarded a Five-star rating for vaginal deliveries from Healthgrades, an online resource for comprehensive information about physicians and hospitals. Five-star ratings indicate that the hospitals’ clinical outcomes are significantly better tha…
What Are The High-Risk Factors For Breast Cancer? Have The Screening Guidelines Changed? What Are The High-Risk Factors For Breast Cancer? Have The Screening Guidelines Changed?
What Are The High-Risk Factors For Breast Cancer? Have The Screening Guidelines Changed? “Much of it is based on family history,” said Karen Karsif, MD, Medical Director at the Center for Breast Health at Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) in Suffern. “Most people think only about the mother’s side, but the father’s family is equally important.” In addition to family history, doctors consider biopsies with abnormal cells or questionable mammogram results. Obesity is another factor for all cancers, not just breast cancer, but the availability of hard data is limited. Alcohol intake should also be kept to a drink or two a…
Good Samaritan Hospital Opens Brand New Orthopedic Surgery Center Good Samaritan Hospital Opens Brand New Orthopedic Surgery Center
Good Samaritan Hospital Opens Brand New Orthopedic Surgery Center Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), has completed a comprehensive upgrade to its Orthopedic Surgery Center. The hospital held a ceremony heralding the official opening of the new unit, which offers a new level of patient experience to the region and fosters a specialized, patient-first approach to orthopedic care. The 10,000-square-foot unit offers 14 private en suite patient recovery rooms, each equipped with state-of-the-art digital monitoring consoles that nurses can use to input all patient documentation. The modern space …
What Are the Signs Of A Concussion? A Bon Secours Physician Explains What Are the Signs Of A Concussion? A Bon Secours Physician Explains
What Are the Signs Of A Concussion? A Bon Secours Physician Explains As seen in the July/August 2019 issue of Advancing Care. Concussion awareness is at an all-time peak, and “proper identification, with prompt removal from contact activities, is key to a safe recovery,” said Nicholas Belasco, DO, a sports medicine specialist and Director of the Concussion Management and Rehabilitation program at Bon Secours Medical Group, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth). He further explained that in children, the full range of symptoms (most commonly including headache, nausea and dizziness) may not appear right away. That is why New Y…
Good Samaritan Hospital Awarded Certification From The Joint Commission Good Samaritan Hospital Awarded Certification From The Joint Commission
Good Samaritan Hospital Awarded Certification From The Joint Commission Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), has earned a second consecutive Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval® for Certification for Total Hip and Total Knee Replacement. The certification is awarded to Joint Commission-accredited hospitals, critical access hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers who actively work to elevate the quality, consistency and safety of their services and patient care. Joint Commission experts evaluated Good Samaritan Hospital’s compliance with advanced disease-specific care standards and total hip and tota…
Bon Secours Laboratories Receive Accreditation From College of American Pathologists Bon Secours Laboratories Receive Accreditation From College of American Pathologists
Bon Secours Laboratories Receive Accreditation From College of American Pathologists The laboratories of Bon Secours Charity Health System’s Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern, NY; Bon Secours Community Hospital in Port Jervis; and St. Anthony Community Hospital in Warwick, NY, all members of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), have been recognized by the Accreditation Committee of the College of American Pathologists (CAP) in recognition of their overall excellence and adherence to safety standards. The on-site evaluation and CAP accreditation process is designed to ensure the highest level of care for all laboratory patients. Inspectors examin…
$220,000 Raised At Good Samaritan Hospital’s Spring Ball To Support Investments In Healthcare $220,000 Raised At Good Samaritan Hospital’s Spring Ball To Support Investments In Healthcare
$220,000 Raised At Good Samaritan Hospital’s Spring Ball To Support Investments In Healthcare Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), recently held its 34th annual Spring Ball. Healthcare providers, community leaders and friends of Good Samaritan Hospital were among the 350 guests who attended the event at Edgewood Country Club in River Vale, New Jersey. The gala raised $220,000 in support of Good Samaritan Hospital’s investments in state-of-the-art facilities, leading-edge technologies and innovative services. This year, Good Samaritan Hospital recognized Jeffrey S. Oppenheim, MD, Section Chief of Neurosurgery, with the Sis…
Innovative Steam Treatment Solves Common Prostate Problem At Good Samaritan Hospital Innovative Steam Treatment Solves Common Prostate Problem At Good Samaritan Hospital
Innovative Steam Treatment Solves Common Prostate Problem At Good Samaritan Hospital When Michael Davis began to notice that "answering the call" was leading to more questions than relief, he knew something wasn't right with the important bodily function. “It’s like when your wife drives over the garden hose – it takes forever to water the garden,” joked the 68-year-old Nanuet resident. “I also had to get up more often during the night.” A condition known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), or an enlarged prostate, is the most common prostate problem for men over 50, including Davis. His difficulty urinating was caused by two things that commonly happen as men age: the p…
'When Should I Start Getting Checked?' Rockland Physician Answers Women's Screening Questions 'When Should I Start Getting Checked?' Rockland Physician Answers Women's Screening Questions
'When Should I Start Getting Checked?' Rockland Physician Answers Women's Screening Questions Unfortunately for women, cancer comes in various shapes, sizes and severity. However, knowing when -- and where -- to begin screening for these illnesses can greatly reduce the likelihood of developing an undiagnosed case later in life. Dr. Lisa Ferrara, internal medicine physician at Bon Secours Medical Group, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), recommends women follow these guidelines when screening: General: Blood pressure, weight, diabetes and cholesterol at annual primary-care visits. Breast cancer: Age 40­-75, annual mammogram; continue based o…
Good Samaritan Hospital Announces 34th Annual Spring Ball Award Recipients Good Samaritan Hospital Announces 34th Annual Spring Ball Award Recipients
Good Samaritan Hospital Announces 34th Annual Spring Ball Award Recipients Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), is pleased to announce that Jeffrey Oppenheim, MD, and Joe Allen will be honored at the hospital’s 34th Annual Spring Ball. Dr. Oppenheim will receive the Sister Joseph Rita Award for Medical Excellence and Allen will be presented with the Good Samaritan Hospital Medal of Honor. The Spring Ball, hosted by the Good Samaritan Hospital Foundation, will take place on May 3 at the Edgewood Country Club in River Vale, New Jersey. Dr. Oppenheim, Section Chief of Neurosurgery at Good Samaritan Hospita…
WMCHealth Institute For Women’s Health And Wellness Launches At Good Samaritan Hospital WMCHealth Institute For Women’s Health And Wellness Launches At Good Samaritan Hospital
Wmchealth Institute For Women’s Health And Wellness Launches At Good Samaritan Hospital The Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) has announced the launch of Institute for Women’s Health and Wellness services at Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of WMCHealth. This comprehensive network-wide service is devoted to providing women living in and around Rockland and Orange counties, and throughout the Hudson Valley, with high-quality, comprehensive, multidisciplinary care as close to their homes as possible. The Institute for Women’s Health and Wellness will in time deliver to Hudson Valley families the convenience of women’s health services at Good Samaritan Hospi…
Good Samaritan Hospital Foundation Welcomes New Board Of Directors Members Good Samaritan Hospital Foundation Welcomes New Board Of Directors Members
Good Samaritan Hospital Foundation Welcomes New Board Of Directors Members The Good Samaritan Hospital Foundation Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Tara Cullen and George Kreis have joined the Board for the 2019 term. The Board of Directors works with the leadership team at Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), and community leaders to build a culture of philanthropy that supports the hospital’s ongoing investments in healthcare in Rockland and Orange counties and surrounding communities. Advances include the expansion and enhancement of facilities, talent, equipment, technology, programs and se…
Chocolate And Wine: Heart Helpers Or Potential Problems? Chocolate And Wine: Heart Helpers Or Potential Problems?
Chocolate And Wine: Heart Helpers Or Potential Problems? A rich, sensory combination, chocolate and red wine are an iconic pairing for everything from celebrations to simply "me-time." However, do these two treats offer health benefits beyond their relaxing properties? “I certainly do not discourage light-to-moderate consumption of wine and chocolate,” said Dr. Andrew Najovits, cardiologist at Metropolitan Cardiology, part of Bon Secours Medical Group, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth). “Research has demonstrated the cardiovascular benefits of alcohol when used lightly or in moderation: Typically, up to one drin…
Orange Teacher Catches Life-Threatening Heart Diagnosis In The 'Nick' Of Time Orange Teacher Catches Life-Threatening Heart Diagnosis In The 'Nick' Of Time
Orange Teacher Catches Life-Threatening Heart Diagnosis In The 'Nick' Of Time For Michael Weisgarber, a special-education teacher at Orange Ulster BOCES, a two-week summer vacation was right around the corner. But, at his Suffern home on Aug. 12, 2018, he felt a pain in his chest that quickly escalated. “I could tell it was more than just heartburn,” said Weisgarber, 51. He had trouble catching his breath and experienced pain and weakness in his legs. A neighbor drove him to Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), a few miles away. Quick evaluation in the Emergency Department, including a CT scan, revealed he w…
Girls' Night Out at Good Samaritan Raises Nearly $50,000 To Support Access To Breast Health Girls' Night Out at Good Samaritan Raises Nearly $50,000 To Support Access To Breast Health
Girls' Night Out at Good Samaritan Raises Nearly $50,000 To Support Access To Breast Health Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), recently held its annual Girls’ Night Out event to raise funds for its nationally recognized Center for Breast Health. The evening was a celebration of camaraderie, strength and taking charge of one’s health. It included a high-end shopping experience, mini makeovers, a silent auction, raffles, dinner and more. Karen Karsif, M.D., Medical Director of The Center for Breast Health at Good Samaritan Hospital, discussed the latest advancements in breast cancer diagnosis, and comedian Erin Jackson …
Good Samaritan Hospital's Brunched By Corks & Forks Raised Over $80,000 During Culinary Event Good Samaritan Hospital's Brunched By Corks & Forks Raised Over $80,000 During Culinary Event
Good Samaritan Hospital's Brunched By Corks & Forks Raised Over $80,000 During Culinary Event More than 200 healthcare providers and friends of Good Samaritan Hospital attended Good Samaritan Hospital’s Brunched by Corks & Forks fundraiser on November 18 in Suffern. Through the sold out event, over $80,000 was raised to support advances in facilities, equipment, technology, talent and programs at Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. Six of the region’s most distinguished chefs donated their talent and time to offer guests unique and delicious brunch dishes. The featured chefs were Didier Dumas of Didier Dumas Patisserie in Nyack, N…
What Is Holiday Heart Syndrome, And How Can You Avoid It? What Is Holiday Heart Syndrome, And How Can You Avoid It?
What Is Holiday Heart Syndrome, And How Can You Avoid It? It may sound festive, but there is nothing cheerful about holiday heart syndrome, a very real phenomenon in which heart-related emergencies spike around the food-and-drink-centered holidays. According to Emily Gordon, MD, an internal medicine physician with Bon Secours Medical Group, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) in Warwick, “There is a higher risk of heart disease around the holidays, when all around us are parties with unhealthy food and drinks. Rich desserts, eggnog and holiday breads are everywhere, and there are no outdoor activities in sight. Peo…
Air Force Vet Survives Double-Organ Transplant Thanks To A Strong Collaboration Air Force Vet Survives Double-Organ Transplant Thanks To A Strong Collaboration
Air Force Vet Survives Double-Organ Transplant Thanks To A Strong Collaboration For more than two decades, Cary Hirsch, MD, helped keep Nelson Cintron alive. Dr. Hirsch, an interventional cardiologist and Director of the Cardiovascular Institute at Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), in Suffern, had been treating Nelson “since before the computer,” he said, for a variety of heart problems. Nelson, 67, lives in New Hampton with his wife, Edna; they have one son and three grandchildren. He was diagnosed with cardiomyopathy — an enlarged heart — in 1995. Then, in 1999, his aortic valve failed, disrupting the funct…
Area Golfers, Tennis Players Play For A Purpose At Charity Outings Area Golfers, Tennis Players Play For A Purpose At Charity Outings
Area Golfers, Tennis Players Play For A Purpose At Charity Outings Rockland County residents served, drove and putted for a cause last month, raising $228,000 across three golf and tennis events to support Bon Secours Charity Health System, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. At the 29th Annual Good Samaritan Hospital and Sterling National Bank Golf and Tennis Classic, held at Tuxedo Club in Tuxedo Park, $140,000 were raised to support the expansion and enhancement of facilities, equipment, technology and services at Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. Through the St. Anthony Community …
Good Samaritan Hospital Designated As 'Breastfeeding Friendly Worksite' Good Samaritan Hospital Designated As 'Breastfeeding Friendly Worksite'
Good Samaritan Hospital Designated As 'Breastfeeding Friendly Worksite' Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern has joined a growing number of businesses in Rockland County to become a Breastfeeding Friendly Worksite as designated by the county Department of Health's Breastfeeding Promotion and Support Program. To be designated a Breastfeeding Friendly Worksite, Good Samaritan Hospital was required to create a written breastfeeding friendly policy, offer a private space other than a bathroom where a mother could pump milk and offer support and information to mothers who have chosen to continue to breastfeed when they returned back to work. The hospital is a member o…
Good Samaritan Hospital Awarded Funds To Benefit At-Risk Patients Good Samaritan Hospital Awarded Funds To Benefit At-Risk Patients
Good Samaritan Hospital Awarded Funds To Benefit At-Risk Patients In order to further its support for medically at-risk, low-income patients with limited or no health insurance, Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network, has been awarded $40,000 in Mission Grant funds from Bon Secours Health System.  Nearly $20,000 was awarded to help initiate the Genetic Counseling and Diagnostic Testing: Improving Outcomes for Women At-Risk for Breast Cancer program. Good Samaritan Hospital’s Center for Breast Health will oversee this program, ensuring that high-risk women with poor to no health insurance can receive genetic couns…
Good Samaritan Hospital Kicks Off $9 Million Upgrade Of Bariatric, Orthopedic Surgery Units Good Samaritan Hospital Kicks Off $9 Million Upgrade Of Bariatric, Orthopedic Surgery Units
Good Samaritan Hospital Kicks Off $9 Million Upgrade Of Bariatric, Orthopedic Surgery Units Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network has broken ground on a $9 million upgrade to facilities that house two of its leading programs.  The hospital held a ceremony on Tuesday, July 24 heralding the start of construction on the expanded spaces, which will bring a new level of patient experience to the region and foster a specialized, patient-first approach to bariatric and orthopedic care, officials said. The project includes creation of separate and private entrances to both the bariatric and orthopedic units where patients will be greeted by a p…