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'Worst Pain Known To Humanity' Once Plaguing Toms River Woman Now Controlled With Cellphone 'Worst Pain Known To Humanity' Once Plaguing Toms River Woman Now Controlled With Cellphone
'Worst Pain Known To Humanity' Once Plaguing Toms River Woman Now Controlled With Cellphone A New Jersey resident who one day woke up and began experiencing the most excruciating pain of her life is now able to manage it through a cell phone, thanks to physicians at Jersey Shore University Medical Center. Mary Rice, 42, of Toms River, began experiencing the extreme facial pain one day in January 2018. She described it as electric shocks over her left eye, and almost anything set it off. "Healthcare professionals talk about a 10-point scale of pain with their patients," she said. "My pain was mostly a 10+, off the scale, leaving me unable to do the most simple of tasks and prevent…
Northern Westchester Hospital Raises More Than $1.7 Million At Annual Gala Northern Westchester Hospital Raises More Than $1.7 Million At Annual Gala
Northern Westchester Hospital Raises More Than $1.7 Million At Annual Gala More than 700 supporters of Northern Westchester Hospital (NWH), part of Northwell Health, gathered on Saturday, November 5, for the hospital’s annual gala at the Ward Pound Ridge Reservation. The event – which honored Scott D. Hayworth, MD, FACOG, and CEO and Market Leader, Optum Tri-State and CEO of CareMount Health Solutions, and former US Rep. Nan Hayworth, MD – raised more than $1.7 million. A recent gift by the doctors will create the Hayworth Family Maternity Center in the modernized Maternal Child Health Unit at NWH. “We are extraordinarily grateful to Drs. Scott and Nan Hayworth f…
Northwell Health Physician Partners Can Help With All Your Healthcare Needs Northwell Health Physician Partners Can Help With All Your Healthcare Needs
Northwell Health Physician Partners Can Help With All Your Healthcare Needs Physicals. Blood tests. Vaccinations. Cardiologist checks. We do so much traveling, in so many directions, for our medical care. Wouldn’t it be nice if there was one nearby place that could provide all the care we need (and ample parking, too)? There is. Northwell Health Physician Partners (NHPP) at Yonkers is Northwell Health’s new 4,658-square-foot space at 1034 North Broadway, and it’s dedicated to primary care, and specialty care, including cardiology. Many of your medical needs can be addressed in one convenient location close to home or work. “With this opening, Northwell continues…
Northwell Opens Physician Partners Medical Practice In Yonkers Northwell Opens Physician Partners Medical Practice In Yonkers
Northwell Opens Physician Partners Medical Practice In Yonkers Northwell Health has announced the opening of Northwell Health Physician Partners at Yonkers, a 4,658 square-foot space dedicated to cardiology and primary care as well as a variety of expert subspecialty doctors all at one convenient address – 1034 North Broadway, Yonkers, NY. The Yonkers facility provides state-of-the-art, patient-centered care in cardiology, family medicine, internal medicine, neurosurgery, pulmonary medicine, and vascular surgery specialties. Some of the clinical features include phlebotomy, EKG, on-site testing, vaccinations, Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT), echo and s…
Compassionate, Innovative, & Nearby—Northwell Health Neurosurgery Westchester Is Here For You Compassionate, Innovative, & Nearby—Northwell Health Neurosurgery Westchester Is Here For You
Compassionate, Innovative, & Nearby—Northwell Health Neurosurgery Westchester Is Here For You Over 1.5 million Americans suffer traumatic head injuries each year and roughly 795,000 suffer strokes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. And according to the American Cancer Society, just over 25,000 Americans will be diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor in a year; if you add in benign (non-cancerous) cases, that number rises considerably. Successful treatments after a fall, stroke, or tumor often depend on timing, expertise and the latest treatments available. Luckily, there’s a state-of-the-art facility and highly trained specialists right here in Westcheste…
Local Brain Surgeons Offer Their Expertise For Brain Awareness Month Local Brain Surgeons Offer Their Expertise For Brain Awareness Month
Local Brain Surgeons Offer Their Expertise For Brain Awareness Month Did you know the month of May is Brain Tumor Awareness month? Each year at this time, Brain Tumor organizations come together to support the brain tumor community. Here at Brain and Spine Surgeons of NY (BSSNY), a team of dedicated surgeons work hard to combat the debilitating effects of brain tumors each and every day. The BSSNY multidisciplinary program uses the expertise of neurosurgeons, head and neck surgeons, endovascular surgeons and plastic surgeons to design the most appropriate treatment plan for each patient with the best possible outcomes in mind. An estimated 700,000 Americans a…
Brain & Spine Surgeons of NY Announces Arrival Of Dr. Nwagwu Brain & Spine Surgeons of NY Announces Arrival Of Dr. Nwagwu
Brain & Spine Surgeons of NY Announces Arrival Of Dr. Nwagwu Here at Brain & Spine Surgeons of NY (BSSNY), we provide a multitude of surgical and non-surgical specialty care to serve the needs of our patients. We are happy to announce the addition of Dr. Ched Nwagwu to our practice. Dr. Nwagwu is a board-certified, fellowship-trained neurosurgeon specializing in cerebrovascular disease. He treats disorders that affect the brain and spine and specializes in disease of the blood vessels that supply them. He brings with him vast experience in skull-base and cerebrovascular surgery, treating disorders such as meningiomas, aneurysms, and strokes. Histor…
Doctors On Netflix Show 'Lenox Hill' Rid NJ Grandmother, 89, Of Massive Head Tumor Doctors On Netflix Show 'Lenox Hill' Rid NJ Grandmother, 89, Of Massive Head Tumor
Doctors On Netflix Show 'Lenox Hill' Rid NJ Grandmother, 89, Of Massive Head Tumor For 25 years, Lorenza De La Villa of Teaneck barely noticed the small tumor in the back of her head. She found it in 1995, when she was 64 years old.  It was benign. It didn't hurt. It never grew. "She did what doctors told her to do," said one of De La Villa's 22 grandchildren, Michelle Tavares, of Weehawken. "She went for MRIs every year and saw a neurologist every six months. "Since it wasn't growing, causing pain or neurological impairment, doctors didn't have her do anything about it." For 25 years, that's the way things were. De La Villa's "little egg" rarely crossed her …
Phelps Spine And Back Pain Services Offer Minimally Invasive Surgery And Comprehensive Care Phelps Spine And Back Pain Services Offer Minimally Invasive Surgery And Comprehensive Care
Phelps Spine And Back Pain Services Offer Minimally Invasive Surgery And Comprehensive Care Your spine is an essential part of your body, constantly working while you stand, sit, and sleep. When you experience discomfort in your back and spine, managing that pain can be a challenge. The Spine and Back Pain Program at Phelps Hospital, Northwell Health offers a comprehensive approach, including customized treatment plans and pain management evaluations, to address your pain. Our interdisciplinary team of pain management specialists, physical therapists, orthopedic spine surgeons, and neurosurgeons work hard to deliver exceptional care to all of our patients. Phelps’ holistic approac…
Meet Dr. Virany Hillard, Brain & Spine Surgeons Of NY's New Medical Director Meet Dr. Virany Hillard, Brain & Spine Surgeons Of NY's New Medical Director
Meet Dr. Virany Hillard, Brain & Spine Surgeons Of NY's New Medical Director Brain and Spine Surgeons of NY (BSSNY) patients have access to a team of world-class brain and spine surgeons who are all experts in their fields, with outstanding reputations, a heart for patients, and a deep focus on technology. This month we would like to focus on BSSNY’s newly appointed Medical Director, Dr. Virany Hillard. Dr. Hillard is a highly awarded neurosurgeon with over 20 years of experience. She is fellowship trained and board certified. Her specialties include minimally invasive spine surgery and brain tumors. In addition, Dr. Hillard has authored/co-authored multiple abstract…
ONS Names Area Native Tim Corvino, M.D., As CEO ONS Names Area Native Tim Corvino, M.D., As CEO
ONS Names Area Native Tim Corvino, M.D., As CEO Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery Specialists (ONS), a leading provider of multi-specialty orthopaedic and neurosurgery services in Connecticut and New York, has announced the appointment of Tim Corvino, M.D., as Chief Executive Officer, effective March 1. “Tim Corvino’s experience as an executive, as well as a physician will be a tremendous asset to ONS. As CEO, he will be invaluable in guiding the next chapter in the life of this organization that is centered around growth, while continuing a commitment to providing exceptional patient care,” said Seth R. Miller, M.D., a founding partner of …
Phelps Spine And Back Pain Program Offers Minimally Invasive Surgery, Comprehensive Spine Care Phelps Spine And Back Pain Program Offers Minimally Invasive Surgery, Comprehensive Spine Care
Phelps Spine And Back Pain Program Offers Minimally Invasive Surgery, Comprehensive Spine Care Your spine is an essential part of your body, constantly working while you stand, sit, and sleep. When you experience discomfort in your back and spine, managing that pain can be a challenge. The Spine and Back Pain Program at Phelps Hospital, Northwell Health offers a comprehensive approach, including customized treatment plans and pain management evaluations, to address your pain. Our interdisciplinary team of pain management specialists, physical therapists, orthopedic spine surgeons, and neurosurgeons work hard to deliver exceptional care to all of our patients. Phelps’ holistic approac…
Phelps Spine And Back Pain Program Offers Minimally Invasive Surgery, Comprehensive Spine Care Phelps Spine And Back Pain Program Offers Minimally Invasive Surgery, Comprehensive Spine Care
Phelps Spine And Back Pain Program Offers Minimally Invasive Surgery, Comprehensive Spine Care Your spine is an essential part of your body, constantly working while you stand, sit, and sleep. When you experience discomfort in your back and spine, managing that pain can be a challenge. The Spine and Back Pain Program at Phelps Hospital, Northwell Health offers a comprehensive approach, including customized treatment plans and pain management evaluations, to address your pain. Our interdisciplinary team of pain management specialists, physical therapists, orthopedic spine surgeons, and neurosurgeons work hard to deliver exceptional care to all of our patients. Phelps’ holistic approac…
For The Best Care Close To Home, Get To Know Brain & Spine Surgeons Of New York For The Best Care Close To Home, Get To Know Brain & Spine Surgeons Of New York
For The Best Care Close To Home, Get To Know Brain & Spine Surgeons Of New York Brain & Spine Surgeons of New York is the largest Neurosurgical Practice in the Hudson Valley performing nearly 2,000 surgical procedures per year. Our care team promises to deliver an ideal patient experience, and with over 60 years of service, our practice is built on a foundation of knowledge, commitment, discipline, and quality. Through our expertise, patient-focused attitude, and integration with the most advanced technology available, we pledge to provide the utmost care to you and your family. With both Adult and Pediatric care offered throughout the Hudson Valley and Western Co…
White Plains Hospital Will Break Ground On New Nine-Story Building White Plains Hospital Will Break Ground On New Nine-Story Building
White Plains Hospital Will Break Ground On New Nine-Story Building White Plains Hospital is poised to break ground on a $272 million expansion project. On Monday, April 22, the hospital will host a groundbreaking ceremony on its new 252,000-square-foot, nine-story Outpatient Care Center that will be constructed at the corner of Maple and Longview avenues, next to the Center for Cancer Care. According to the hospital, “the building is one of the most significant additions to the Hospital’s ongoing campus transformation and is one of the largest healthcare projects currently underway in Westchester County.  The future facility will house new oper…
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…
St. John's Riverside Hospital Doc Helps Patient Find Freedom From Pain St. John's Riverside Hospital Doc Helps Patient Find Freedom From Pain
St. John's Riverside Hospital Doc Helps Patient Find Freedom From Pain Soyica G., who works at Sing Sing Correctional Facility, started feeling a pain that radiated through her legs. The pain made her so weak she eventually could not hold herself up and became partially paralyzed in both legs. The first hospital emergency room she visited sent her home without any tests and recommended bed rest. After weeks lost from work and getting worse, she contacted her brother who in turn called an ambulance that took her to St. John’s Riverside Hospital. She began to believe she would never be able to walk again. Determined to find the cause, Dr. Choudhri, a world-renow…
Urgent Orthopedic Care At ONS Now Available In Greenwich Urgent Orthopedic Care At ONS Now Available In Greenwich
Urgent Orthopedic Care At ONS Now Available In Greenwich After hours emergency orthopedic care is now available at the Greenwich, Conn. office of Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery Specialists (ONS). ONS Ortho Urgent Care will provide patients with a fast, convenient and cost effective alternative to hospital emergency room visits in the event of a sudden orthopedic injury. ONS Ortho Urgent Care is available at the ONS Greenwich office at 6 Greenwich Office Park, Monday through Friday from 5–8 p.m. and Saturday from 12–4 p.m. No appointment is necessary. “Sprains and fractures can happen to anyone at any time,” said Seth Miller, MD, president of…
'Life Is Precious': Paramus Woman Recovers From Brain Injury With CrossFit 'Life Is Precious': Paramus Woman Recovers From Brain Injury With CrossFit
'Life Is Precious': Paramus Woman Recovers From Brain Injury With CrossFit Life can change in an instant. It did for Kelly Ann Woods of Paramus in 2012 when she slipped and fell on ice. Only months later was she diagnosed with a concussion and spinal fluid leak.  The accident to Woods is a red line that divides her life in two, but her fierce determination to finish any task at hand -- whether it's recovery or a workout at CrossFit The Rack located inside of Gold's Gym in Paramus -- remained constant. "When you go through a life-altering accident you really gain perspective on what matters most," said Woods, 31, an infrastructure architect for UPS in M…
Laser Spine Surgery: Medical Magic Or Marketing Ploy? Laser Spine Surgery: Medical Magic Or Marketing Ploy?
Laser Spine Surgery: Medical Magic Or Marketing Ploy? When it comes to spine and back surgery, a name doesn't always tell the whole story. Many people incorrectly believe that a laser is the main surgical tool used in laser spine surgery and that it eliminates the need for a surgical incision. However, that couldn’t be further from the truth. According to Dr. Scott Simon, a neurosurgeon with Orthopaedic and Neurosurgery Specialists, the use of a laser in spine surgery is often more of a marketing gimmick than surgical innovation. “The laser is only used to remove the soft tissue over the spine after a small incision has been made,” said Simon…
WMC Helps Jazz Librarian Stay Pitch Perfect WMC Helps Jazz Librarian Stay Pitch Perfect
WMC Helps Jazz Librarian Stay Pitch Perfect POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- A library clerk by day and a jazz-and-blues crooner by night, Audrey Willis of Poughkeepsie makes a living with her eyes. That's why when a slow-growing tumor was discovered near her optic nerves in 1995, she knew trouble was lurking. However, it took nearly 22 years before she opted for surgery, only doing so at the recommendation of doctors at Westchester Medical Center. If not for the intervention of one incredibly committed doctor, Mark Watts, MD, a neurosurgeon at MidHudson Regional Hospital, a member of WMCHealth, the surgery would not have occurred when it did. …
Scientists Continue Hunt For Improved Diagnosis And Treatment Of Epilepsy Scientists Continue Hunt For Improved Diagnosis And Treatment Of Epilepsy
Scientists Continue Hunt For Improved Diagnosis And Treatment Of Epilepsy WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- The first known reports of epilepsy, which is characterized by seizures due to intense electrical activity in the brain, appeared in Assyrian writings around 2000 B.C. Ancient Greek medical texts reference the first neurosurgical procedure as being performed to quiet brain seizures. Mythological tales of demonic possession and lycanthropy – people convulsing into werewolves in the full moon’s light – are partially rooted in what was then a lack of understanding of brain disorders like schizophrenia and epilepsy. Epilepsy often leaves its victims in convulsions, foa…
Scientists Continue Hunt For Improved Diagnosis And Treatment Of Epilepsy Scientists Continue Hunt For Improved Diagnosis And Treatment Of Epilepsy
Scientists Continue Hunt For Improved Diagnosis And Treatment Of Epilepsy PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- The first known reports of epilepsy, which is characterized by seizures due to intense electrical activity in the brain, appeared in Assyrian writings around 2000 B.C. Ancient Greek medical texts reference the first neurosurgical procedure as being performed to quiet brain seizures. Mythological tales of demonic possession and lycanthropy – people convulsing into werewolves in the full moon’s light – are partially rooted in what was then a lack of understanding of brain disorders like schizophrenia and epilepsy. Epilepsy often leaves its victims in convulsions, foamin…
ONS Lands 15 Doctors On 'Best Of' List ONS Lands 15 Doctors On 'Best Of' List
ONS Lands 15 Doctors On 'Best Of' List HARRISON, N.Y. -- From foot and ankle injuries to spine and neck pain, residents seeking the area's premier doctors needn't go far. 15 orthopedic and neurosurgical specialists from ONS were named among Fairfield County’s top doctors for 2018, according to Moffly Media. Moffly recently published an annual survey compiled by Castle Connolly Medical Ltd., a national medical data research group. As a practice, ONS had more physicians named as top doctors in their categories than any other practice in the region. “ONS was founded 20 years ago to bring the best and brightest orthopedists and spi…
ONS Lands 15 Doctors On 'Best Of' List ONS Lands 15 Doctors On 'Best Of' List
ONS Lands 15 Doctors On 'Best Of' List GREENWICH, Conn. -- From foot and ankle injuries to spine and neck pain, residents seeking the area's premier doctors needn't go far. 15 orthopedic and neurosurgical specialists from ONS were named among Fairfield County’s top doctors for 2018, according to Moffly Media. Moffly recently published an annual survey compiled by Castle Connolly Medical Ltd., a national medical data research group. As a practice, ONS had more physicians named as top doctors in their categories than any other practice in the region. “ONS was founded 20 years ago to bring the best and brightest orthopedists and s…