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Breast Cancer Surgery With No Visible Scar

NYU Winthrop is Long Island’s first Hidden Scar Center of Excellence. ®

NYU Winthrop’s Breast Health Center, first in Nassau County to be accredited by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC), is now the first hospital on Long Island to offer Hidden Scar surgery, a sophisticated new approach to breast cancer surgery that hides the scar so effectively it’s virtually invisible. A specially trained Hidden Scar surgeon makes a small incision—much smaller than with traditional breast surgery—in a hidden area, beneath the breast, for example. The cancerous tissue is removed through that incision, thus preserving the natural shape of the breast. Less accessible tissue is illuminated with special technology to be seen clearly by the surgeon and removed with virtually no scarring. At NYU Winthrop, we have always understood the powerful emotions that can overwhelm any woman dealing with a breast cancer diagnosis. That’s why we are so pleased to be the first to make available this remarkable surgical advance. To learn more, call 1-866-WINTHROP or visit nyuwinthrop.org.

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Women Battling Breast Cancer Turn to NYU Winthrop’s Hidden Scar® Surgery – A Breakthrough that Removes the Cancer but Avoids Disfiguring Scarring

Dr. Shubhada Dhage and Dr. Virginia Maurer NYU Winthrop Hospital has been named the firstever Hidden Scar® Center of Excellence on Long Island in recognition of the hospital offering an advanced approach to breast cancer surgery that removes cancerous tissue but hides visible scarring. More than 65 percent of women who’ve undergone breast cancer surgery are said to be left feeling selfconscious and unhappy with the remaining scar. Many of these women were not able to benefit from concealing surgical techniques, due to the nature or location of their breast cancer. Not anymore. “This procedure should be the new ‘normal’ for breast cancer surgery,” said Virginia Maurer, MD, Chief of Breast Surgery at NYU Winthrop and Director of the Breast Health Program. “We’re proud to pave the way, introducing this important advancement to women on Long Island.” Just ask Andrea, a Hidden Scar patient who discovered that she had breast cancer following a routine mammogram. “It sort of hits you like a brick—cancer.” Also very upsetting to her was that the lump in her breast was going

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The Hidden Scar approach involves a specially trained surgeon utilizing highly advanced and unique equipment to make a small incision— Andrea’s husband saw her much smaller than with palpable anxiety regarding how traditional breast surgery—in a she’d look following surgery. “I hidden area to remove a tumor. just wanted her healthy. . . But The cancerous tissue is removed this is such an intimate part of through that single incision, thus the body. I think what I feared preserving the natural shape of the most is that it [the surgery] the breast while reducing visible would change how she felt scarring. This small incision about herself.” may be made in the natural crease beneath the breast; in the Then Andrea heard about the armpit hidden in a natural fold; Hidden Scar program and after or along the edges of the areola, asking all the right questions, which can be very desirable for knew this unique procedure, which would eradicate the breast some mastectomies, since it is a nipple-sparing technique. The cancer but still leave her feeling Hidden Scar approach requires whole—was for her. Following consistent illumination of the her successful Hidden Scar surgical cavity, which is guided procedure, she explained, “I don’t have a dimple or any kind by advanced photonics—a sophisticated amplification of indication that something of light—that enhances was taken out of me. Isn’t that amazing? I don’t have to look at visualization of the tumor, so that tumors once too challengthe scar and remember.” ing to remove through hidden The procedure also proved right folds may now benefit from for another Hidden Scar patient, that approach. The Hidden Scar Kim, who is young and single approach can be used both in a but unfortunately carries the breast-conserving lumpectomy BRAC gene mutation—as did that removes only part of the

breast tissue, or a mastectomy that removes all of the breast tissue. Shubhada Dhage, MD, Director of Breast Surgical Services and Associate Director of Breast Health at NYU Winthrop Hospital, said of the Hidden Scar approach, “Our goal is to go well above and beyond standards of care, and that includes helping a patient continue to feel like a whole woman by using the Hidden Scar procedure to minimize disfigurement. We not only take into account the safest and best breast cancer treatments, but also consider how a cancer diagnosis fits into a woman’s lifetime.” Patients who undergo the Hidden Scar procedure experience optimal clinical and cosmetic outcomes and are at no higher risk of cancer recurrence than patients who undergo other breast cancer surgical techniques. The Hidden Scar procedure is available to most breast cancer candidates, with some exclusions based on the size and location of a tumor, breast shape, and breast size. To learn more about NYU Winthrop’s Hidden Scar® Center of Excellence call 1-866-WINTHROP or visit www.nyuwinthrop.org.

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ay is American Stroke Month and to raise awareness, the American Stroke Association (ASA), a division of the American Heart Association, the world’s largest voluntary health organization fighting heart disease and stroke, shares seven habits to help prevent a stroke. Up to 80 percent of strokes can be prevented by not smoking, making healthy food choices, getting enough physical activity, maintaining a healthy weight and treating conditions such as high blood sugar, high cholesterol and high blood pressure.

Manage blood pressure

Nothing causes more strokes than uncontrolled high blood pressure. Of the 116.4 million people in the United States who have high blood pressure, fewer than half have it under control, putting them at increased risk of stroke. Lowering your blood pressure by just 20 points could cut your risk of dying from a stroke by half. A good blood pressure should be less than 120/80.

Maintain a healthy weight

The benefits of maintaining a healthy weight go beyond improved energy and smaller clothing sizes. By losing weight or maintaining a healthy weight, you are also likely to reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke. There’s no magic trick to losing weight and keeping it off, but the majority of people who are successful, modify their eating habits and increase their physical activity.

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Eat a healthy diet

Healthy eating starts with simple healthy food choices. You don’t need to stop eating your favorite meals, just use substitutions to make them healthier. Learn what to look for at the grocery store, restaurants, your workplace and other eating occasions, so you can confidently make healthy, delicious choices whenever and wherever you eat.

Don’t smoke

Control cholesterol

Having large amounts of LDL cholesterol in the blood, the bad cholesterol, can cause build up and blood clots, which leads to a heart attack or stroke. Reducing your fat intake, especially trans fats, more often found in fried foods and baked goods, can help reduce your cholesterol. Adding more foods with omega-3 fatty acids like fish and nuts, as well as soluble fiber and whey protein helps in managing bad cholesterol.

Seven Habits To Prevent A Stroke

If you smoke, stop as soon as possible. Smoking can increase blood pressure, among many other health issues and it’s the number one controllable risk factor for stroke. Cigarette smoking, vaping and tobacco products in general, are dangerous for your health. Quitting is one of the best things you can do to improve your health and add years to your life.

Control blood sugar

may have a life expectancy that is 12 years shorter than someone without both conditions.

By managing your diabetes and working with your health care team, you may reduce your risk of stroke. Every two minutes, an adult with diabetes in the United States is hospitalized for a stroke. At age 60, someone with Type 2 diabetes and a history of stroke

Be active

A good starting goal is at least 150 minutes of physical activity a week, but if you don’t want to sweat the numbers, just move more. Find forms of physical activity you like and will stick with and build more opportunities to be active into your routine. Not all strokes can be prevented. People who have had a stroke are at high risk of having a second one. In fact, about one in every four stroke survivors will have a second one. Stroke survivors should work with

their doctor on a plan to reduce their secondary stroke risk factors as there may be lifestyle changes and medications, such as aspirin, that may help prevent blood clots and reduce the risk of a second stroke. It is important to talk to your doctor before starting an aspirin regimen, because aspirin may not be appropriate for everyone. Each year, almost 800,000 people have a stroke. Knowing how to recognize a stroke emergency is key to getting life-saving medical attention when every minute matters. Use the acronym F.A.S.T. to remember the most common signs of stroke: • Face Drooping: Does one side of the face droop or is it numb? Ask the person to smile. Is the person’s smile uneven? • Arm Weakness: Is one arm weak or numb? Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? • Speech Difficulty: Is speech slurred? Is the person unable to speak or hard to understand? Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence, like “The sky is blue.” • Time to call 911: If someone shows any of these symptoms, even if the symptoms go away, call 911 and get to a hospital immediately. Check the time so you’ll know when the first symptoms appeared. For more information about the ASA’s Together to End Stroke initiative, visit www.strokeassociation.org/ StrokeMonth. —Submitted by the American Heart Association

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Memorial Sloan Kettering opens new Nassau center BY JORDAN HOPKINS

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SK Nassau, the new Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center located on the corner of Earle Ovington Boulevard, opened last month at the Nassau Hub, the culmination of more than two years of construction on the site. The new facility is more than 100,000-square-feet, and cost more than $180 million to develop in the center of the county. Project designers and officials hope the new space will provide cancer patients on Long Island with a closer alternative for treatment than the current situation, which required outpatients to travel to one of Memorial Sloan Kettering’s locations in midtown Manhattan. Such a trip was a big task for chemotherapy or other cancer patients who might have trouble getting around due to their illness. “Having all these cancer services in one place, with no space limitations for them, is something we are very grateful for,” said Dr. Pamela Drulinsky, who is the medical site director for Memorial Sloan Kettering Nassau. The new facility is meant to serve as a replacement for MSK’s outpatient services on Long Island. The original Sloan Kettering Center on the island was located in Rockville Centre, approximately four miles away. The Rockville Centre location, which had been serving patients since its opening in 1997, was 27,000-square-feet and was missing a bevy of accommodations for outpatients that will be included in the new complex. Officials estimate that the Nassau location will care for more than 20,000 people in its first year. The new center is also top of the line, providing almost every service that a patient might require, including chemotherapy, radiation treatment, genetic research and post-op care. However, patients requiring surgery will still need to be treated at one of the Manhattan locations. “People want to come to MSK because they can receive specialized care here,” Drulinsky said. “We have specialists in every field who only treat that kind of cancer and are absolutely up-to-date on the most-innovative approaches...We’re very excited to offer new services and expand what we’ve been doing in Nassau County for the last two decades.”

The project was deliberately located at the Nassau Coliseum Hub, where development on a multi-billion dollar project to develop the parking lot surrounding the coliseum is already underway. The new area will include shops and social spaces, as well as office spaces and residential zones. The MSK Center, which had originally been planned out to be a Northwell Health facility before Sloan Kettering stepped in, is the first project to be completed ahead of the new development that will be taking place over the next several years. RXR Realty, which is developing the hub, has promised nearly $2 billion to the project, which has been met by nearly $120 million in funds from Governor Andrew Cuomo and the State of New York. For more information on the center, or to make an appointment, visit Memorial Sloan Kettering’s website at www.mskcc.org. Jordan Hopkins is a contributing writer with Anton Media Group.

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PROTECT YOUR VISION Tips for taking care of your eyes

May is national healthy vision month, an important time to spread the word about the importance of taking care of your eyes. The risk for vision loss and related complications increases with age. Some type of sight-threatening eye problem affects 1 in 6 adults 45 and older and glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness in the world, according to the World Health Organization. Protecting your eyesight is vital to maintaining your overall quality of life and preventing the onset of glaucoma. Here are a few tips for making your eyes a priority.

Know your risk

Conditions like diabetes, hypertension, nearsightedness, farsightedness, eye injury, or eye tumor place you in a high risk. Be aware of your family history and get yourself screened regularly. Early onset of cataracts or glaucoma can be hereditary and early detection is key.

Regular eye exams Adults 40- 65 should have their vision checked every one to two years; after 65, at least once a year. Comprehensive dilated eye exams detect problems early, when they’re easier to treat. An eye exam also ensures your eyeglasses or contact lenses prescription is up to date.

Look for changes in your vision Be aware of noticeable changes such as double vision, hazy vision, difficulty seeing in low light conditions, red eyes, frequent flashes of light or eye pain and swelling. See your doctor immediately.

Exercise

According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, regular exercise — such as walking — can reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration by up to 70%.

Protect your eyes from harmful UV light

Always wear sunglasses or a brimmed hat that shields your eyes from the sun. This may help reduce your risk of cataracts and other eye problems.

Maintain a healthy diet

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Six approaches to explain the consequences of alcohol to your teens

t’s not always easy to have “uncomfortable conversations” with your children. If you’re afraid to talk to your teen about the dangers of drinking alcohol, keep the following statistics in mind: according to the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), alcohol is the most commonly abused drug among youth in the United States. Although it’s illegal for persons under the age of 21 to consume alcohol, more than 4,300 underage youth die from excessive drinking each year. Also shocking is that 11 percent of alcohol consumed in the United States is consumed by individuals between the ages of 12 and 20, and more than 90 percent of this is consumed in the form of binge drinking. Not only can alcohol consumption lead to death from alcohol poisoning, it can also create school, social, physical and legal problems. It’s important to keep in mind that abusing alcohol can lead to physical and sexual assault, a higher risk for suicide and homicide,

memory problems, abuse of other drugs, alcohol-related auto accidents and other unintentional injuries (like drowning). Alcohol abuse can cause a disruption of normal growth, sexual development Dr. David Greuner and brain development. Teens who abuse alcohol are more likely to experience unplanned, unwanted and unprotected sexual activity. Now that you’ve read the statistics, having “the talk” ASAP should be a no-brainer. Early adolescence is when many teens begin to experiment with alcohol, and getting to your kids before it starts is key in preventing a problem down the road. Here are some approaches to consider when you’re preparing to have this important talk with your teen. Have a chat during a relaxed time Timing is everything. Plan to talk to your child when you’re both relaxed

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Establish rules and consequences Make sure that your child is aware of all the laws surrounding alcohol consumption, and also that he or she is aware of the rules set by you in your own home. For example, your child should never get in the car with someone behind the wheel who has been drinking. Make the consequences known ahead of time and be sure to enforce them if the rules are broken. This is not an issue to be taken lightly. Set an example No matter what age they are, one of the best ways we can teach our children is leading by example. What behaviors are you displaying for your kids? Live healthy, active lives where— if you consume alcohol—you do so in moderation and responsibly. They’re always watching, and they look up to you and learn from your example. Encourage healthy relationships We were all teens once, so it goes

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Memory, Moments And Moving Forward Alzheimer’s Disease Resource Center’s 16th annual education conference and expo takes next step More than 300 people shared insights, stayed “in the moment” and helped usher in a new era of leadership at the Alzheimer’s Disease Resource Center’s Education Conference last month. A series of six educational sessions ran concurrently in the morning and afternoon program, providing presentations ranging from the latest cellular pathways, emerging therapies and clinical trials for Alzheimer’s treatment to the use of music, origami and tai chi as caregiving strategies. Close to 140 sponsors and exhibitors also shared their expertise and information about their services throughout the day. Dr. Barry Reisberg, professor in the Department of Psychiatry at New York University Langone Health, presented the luncheon keynote, which highlighted work he conducted at the Fisher Alzheimer’s Disease

Director of Marketing and Development, bringing more than two decades of senior communications and marketing experience to the team. Myra previously directed external relations for a global engineering company, and has developed award-winning communications programs for both private sector and Dr. Rick Scher, chair of the Conference attendees respond enthusiastically to the announce- nonprofit organizations. Alzheimer’s Disease Resource ment of Robin Marks’ appointment as ADRC’s new Executive Director “The Alzheimer’s Disease Center’s (ADRC) Board of Direc- and Chief Executive Officer. Resource Center functions tors (left) and Barry Reisberg, Alzheimer’s care community, as an inclusive, accessible Dr. Rick Scher, Chair of MD, professor, Department of as Mary Ann Malack-Ragona, ADRC’s Board of Directors center where Long Islanders Psychiatry at New York Univer- ADRC’s former Executive can find the answers and the announced that Robin sity Langone Health, following Director and Chief Executive Marks will assume the role of services they need to provide his keynote presentation. care, support and education Officer, who passed away Executive Director and Chief for families in need, all at no Dec. 19, 2018, was fondly Executive Officer, effective Education and Research cost,” said Scher. “Thanks remembered for her exceplast month. A highly experiProgram at New York to our generous sponsors tional contributions to the enced marketer, community University Langone Medical and donors, Long Island betterment of Alzheimer’s leader and expert on issues Center. He emphasized the families have a strong patients, their families and impacting the aging and gerimportance of connectedness advocate dedicated to helping the caregiving community. ontology community, Marks’ and compassionate caregivmost recently served as Long those who are coping with ing as critical treatment com- Her son, Vincent Ragona, presided over official opening Island’s Regional Director for Alzheimer’s Disease and ponents for those suffering ceremonies and is the newest Amber Court Assisted Living. other dementias.” from Alzheimer’s. —Submitted by the Alzheimer’s member of ADRC’s Board of Scher also announced The conference was bitterDisease Resource Center Directors. Myra Ripley is ADRC’s new sweet for many in the local

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A COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE As we celebrate National Hospital Week and all of the outstanding medical professionals in our lives, we would like to extend our appreciation for the community support St. Francis Hospital has received throughout the years. We have been a beacon of hope in Flower Hill for almost a century and have been able to grow from a summer camp for children with rheumatic fever to a world class medical institution.

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National Certified Nurse Of The Year

aunette Woolforde, EdD, DNP, RN-BC, vice president of nursing education and professional development for Northwell Health and assistant professor at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/ Northwell, has been named a 2019 American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) National Certified Nurse of the Year. Winning in the category of Nursing Professional Development, Dr. Woolforde is among 29 nurses honored by the ANCC in their respective specialty areas. The winners demonstrate ongoing contributions to the advancement of nursing in their specialties through innovation, collaboration, leadership and professional risk-taking and patient-centered care. The ANCC is a premier organization for board certification for nurses and provides Magnet designation, a widely recognized gold standard of nursing care excellence in hospitals. Woolforde works with other health system leaders to further Northwell’s goal to deliver superior patient care, quality and safety by developing and advancing nursing, especially at the frontline. She oversees a broad scope of strategic efforts and educational programming that impacts the more than 17,000 nurses employed by Northwell at its 23 hospitals and 700plus outpatient facilities. “Dr. Woolforde’s commitment to excellence in nursing practice, education, and innovation as well as her engaging personality made her the clear choice for this recognition,” said Maureen T. White, executive vice president and chief nurse executive for Northwell Health. During her 15 years at Northwell, Woolforde has served in a variety of capacities including nurse educator, orientation coordinator, corporate director for nursing education, and senior administrative director for patient care services. She has contributed to the development of countless nurses, as well as aspiring nurses, within and outside the health system. For many years, she has created programs and pathways to enable Northwell’s 17,000 nurses to pursue and earn board certification. Northwell’s nurse certification rate among nurse leaders and frontline clinical nurses is higher than the national mean for Magnet hospitals. ANCC certification allows nurses to demonstrate their specialty expertise. With a long career as a certified nurse, Woolforde led the development and

launch of a unique oncology nursing clinical education program at Northwell. The cutting-edge program is framed around the patient’s journey, taking nurses through Launette Woolforde settings such as medical/surgical inpatient, radiation-oncology and home care to help them understand the patient and family experience, and prepare for complex care navigation and chronic care coordination needs. To address the growing nationwide shortage of nurses in perioperative and ambulatory settings, she led the development of a program that allows

nursing students to have an in-depth rotation in a specialized ambulatory and perioperative program, preparing them for roles in these settings upon graduation—a transition that is unheard of in nursing. Woolforde’s work on addressing the competencies of nurse educators working in clinical settings paved the way for the National League for Nursing’s development of the Certified Nurse Educator-clinical exam. She also launched and leads a national diversity task force at the Association for Nursing Professional Development (ANPD) and co-authored the current Scope and Standards of Practice for Nursing Professional Development, which set the guidelines for practice across the specialty nationwide. Her leadership helps to advance the health of patients across Northwell and in

other critical forums where she shares her work, including the National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine. Having earned both a doctor of nursing practice from Case Western Reserve University and a doctor of education degree from Columbia University’s Teachers College, Woolforde became the first nurse in the health system to earn two doctoral degrees. She previously earned a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Pace University, a master’s degree in adult health as a clinical nurse specialist from Hunter College-CUNY, a post master’s certificate in nursing education from the College of New Rochelle. She is also a Fellow of The New York Academy of Medicine. —Submitted by Northwell Health

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New Locations For Metro Physical And Aquatic Therapy

etro Physical and Aquatic Therapy, Long Island’s oldest family owned and operated physical therapy company now has office locations in Great Neck, Roslyn, Bellmore and Garden CIty, with Suffolk locations in Commack, Patchogue, Selden, Port Jefferson and Rocky Point. Metro’s therapists are top in their field with the highest certifications for their specialties. We have pediatric therapists, orthopedic specialists as well as vestibular and balance experts. New York State allows patients to see a physical therapist without a prescription and it is still covered by most insurance plans. Metro’s office locations have heated salt water pools fully equipped massage and resistance jets for exercising in a reduced weight environment. Aquatic Therapy is great for arthritis, back and neck pain, balance problems, as well as acute injuries where

putting weight on your legs causes pain. Another one of Metro’s specialties is with pelvic floor for men and women. We have specialists who are trained to work on strengthen your pelvic muscles in specific ways to reduce pain. All of our locations have private treatment rooms, indoor turf exercise space and state-of-the-art strength equipment. If your insurance ends prematurely, Metro also has affordable wellness and bridge programs to allow you to keep coming to therapy and continue to work on your goals. Some of the wellness classes include pilate’s privates and mat classes, yoga, Silver Sneakers and Drums for Parkinson’s. Clients are even able to continue to use our heated pools. Visit www.metropt. com for more information or call 516-466-9730. —Anton Media Group

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NYU Winthrop Named First Breast Cancer Surgery ‘Hidden Scar Center Of Excellence’

n a breakthrough for Long Island women diagnosed with breast cancer, NYU Winthrop Hospital recently announced that is has been named Long Island’s first Hidden Scar Center of Excellence in recognition of the hospital now offering an advanced approach to breast cancer surgery that removes cancerous tissue but hides visible scarring. This “hidden scar” approach is a breakthrough—and expected to be the wave of the future—that allows NYU Winthrop‘s surgeons to operate to eradicate breast cancer while at the same time producing optimal cosmetic outcomes. The latter is of increasing importance when viewing the patient as a whole, given that more than 65 percent of women having undergone breast cancer surgery are reported to be left feeling self-conscious and unhappy with the remaining scar. Approximately 253,000 women annually are diagnosed with breast cancer requiring surgery. “By utilizing the less invasive Hidden Scar approach to surgery, we minimize for women the daily emotional reminder of a breast cancer diagnosis,” said Virginia Maurer, MD, chief of breast surgery at NYU Winthrop and director of the breast health program. “We expect this procedure to become the new ‘normal’ for breast cancer surgery and are proud to pave the way, introducing this important advancement to women on Long Island.” There are two surgical treatment options for

breast cancer: a breast-conserving lumpectomy that removes only part of the breast tissue; or a mastectomy that removes all of the breast tissue. The Hidden Scar approach can be used in either situation. The smaller incision of the approach requires consistent illumination of the surgical cavity, which is guided by advanced photonics—Intelligent Photonics technology—that improves visibility within the breast cavity, allowing NYU Winthrop surgeons to clearly see and effectively remove the tumor. The specially trained surgeons remove the cancerous tissue through a single incision made in a hidden area, preserving the natural shape of the breast while reducing visible scarring. The less-invasive incision may be in the natural crease beneath the breast; in the armpit hidden in a natural fold; or along the

edges of the areola, which can be very desirable for some mastectomies, since it is a nipple-sparing technique. The Hidden Scar approach was developed by Invuity, Inc., a leading medical technology company focused on advanced surgical devices, and now a part of Stryker. Invuity’s Intelligent Photonics technology improves a surgeon’s ability to perform minimal-access surgery through smaller and hidden incisions. “Our goal is to go well above and beyond standards of care, and that includes helping a patient continue to feel like a whole woman by using the Hidden Scar procedure to minimize disfigurement,” said Added Shubhada Dhage, MD, director of breast surgical services and Associate Director of Breast Health at NYU Winthrop Hospital. “We not only take into account the safest and best breast cancer treatments, but also consider how a cancer diagnoses fits into a woman’s lifetime.” Patients who undergo the Hidden Scar approach experience optimal clinical and cosmetic outcomes and are at no higher risk of cancer recurrence than patients who undergo other breast cancer surgical techniques. The Hidden Scar procedure is available to most breast cancer candidates, with some exclusions based on the size and location of a tumor, breast shape, and breast size. —Submitted by NYU Winthrop Hospital

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Medical Study: Human Protein May Affect Pregnancy In Women With Lupus

human protein involved in activation of the immune system could cause pregnancy complications in women with lupus, according to findings shared in an oral presentation at the American College of Rheumatology/Association of Rheumatology Health Professional’s (ACR/ARHP) Annual Meeting in Chicago. Feinstein Institute for Medical Research scientist Naomi I. Maria, PhD, identified the connection in a mouse model, the first step to developing new therapies which could give hope to pregnant women with lupus—along with their unborn children. Lupus is an autoimmune disease typically first diagnosed in women 15-44 that causes the immune system to become hyperactive, attacking healthy tissue and causing inflammation and damage to joints, skin and internal organs. In pregnant women, lupus can also cause dangerous complications like pre-eclampsia (high blood pressure and fluid retention) and antiphospholipid syndrome where abnormalities in the placenta cause the baby to grow at a slower than normal rate, leading to low birth weight or even miscarriage. The reason why the placenta is impacted in women with lupus and antiphospholipid syndrome is not yet understood, but it is thought that a protein called toll-like receptor 8 (TLR8) might play a role. In this current study, Maria, Feinstein Institute Professor Anne Davidson, MBBS, and their lab looked at how the human form of TLR8 affects pregnancy in

mice with lupus. They observed an association between human TLR8 and loss of pregnancy and fetal and maternal death only in mice that also had lupus and anti-phospholipid antibodies but not in normal mice. This indicated that this protein could be a factor in pregnancy complications in lupus. “It’s important that we found this association because it is a first step to understanding this toll-like receptor’s role in causing pregnancy complications in women with lupus,” said Maria. “With lupus first occurring in women of childbearing age, it is important to understand how the disease affects pregnancy to help prevent or avoid complications for mother and unborn child.” Along with the study’s findings linking the relationship between TLR8 and pregnancy complications in those with lupus, the mouse model created can be used in future studies examining mechanisms of placenta damage in lupus and pregnancy. “Dr. Maria embodies our mission to produce knowledge to cure disease,” said Kevin J. Tracey, MD, president and CEO of the Feinstein Institute. “Her presentation at ACR/ARHP is a recent example of that mission.” —Submitted by The Feinstein Institute For Medical Research

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t. Francis Hospital is known for its reputation as The Heart Center, quite literally and figuratively. With a staff at the top of their game, the focus turns to the team of warm and caring dietitians that truly put their heart into the cancer care of patients. The hospital’s collaborative and interdisciplinary approach to health and wellness has earned high marks for 12 years, with U.S. News & World Report ranking it the best hospital for cardiology on Long Island. The Cancer Institute at St. Francis Hospital was initiated in 2013 and what began in the hospital as an outpatient confined to a single floor with oncologists and a few beds for infusions, quickly grew to a need for an entire building. The outpatient, state-of-the-art facility is now conveniently located minutes away from the hospital campus at 2200 Northern Boulevard in East Hills. “St. Francis gave me the opportunity to specialize in a special field like oncology late in my career and be the first registered dietitian in The Cancer Institute,” said dietitian Julie Ceyhan. “I’m very proud of the role I played (and continue to play). Luckily I’ve been able to work with a dream team.” In addition, a radiation facility was also opened on the same campus. With everything under one roof, collaboration is made easier between oncologists and dietitians and many oncology dietitians agree that nutrition puts power back into the patient’s hands. Christina Adduci is the Clinical Nutrition Manager at St. Francis and is also a board-certified specialist in oncology nutrition. It is her job to develop and maintain policies, procedures and programs to ensure that all nutrition care activities comply with the standards established by local, state and federal regulatory agencies for optimal nutrition care for patients at both St. Francis Hospital and The Cancer Institute at St. Francis Hospital. “The nutrition programs at The Cancer Institute are constantly evolving largely due to our patients’ feedback. In addition, we have close working relationships with other departments and organizations, within and outside The Cancer Institute, to provide a unified approach to patient care,” said Adduci

Dietitians at St. Francis Hospital put their whole heart into cancer care

Julie Ceyhan RD, CSO, CDN serves up delicious treats on Shake Day. of how the programs get developed. “I work alongside a very passionate and enthusiastic nutrition team both inpatient and outpatient and our patients mean everything to us.” Adduci says that she and her colleagues do their best to put themselves in their patients’ shoes to truly feel what those patients are feeling. Although she is also a dietitian at St. Francis, Karen Berg wears a lot of hats. While she sees patients who are currently undergoing active treatment for different types of cancers, helping them through their journey, she also works with grant writers for the hospital’s nutrition programs. “People are just starving for information on nutrition, which plays a huge role in your life at any given point,” said Berg, who created the Eat. Chat. Move. series for breast and gynecological cancer patients. “We ask people what else they want to know and what they need from us.” In Rayna Herskowitz’s unique role at the hospital, she divides her week as a clinical dietitian in both the outpatient

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–Stefani Pappas setting, through The Cancer Institute at St. Francis Hospital, as well as the inpatient setting through the hospital. “I get to follow our patients through different stages of their treatment course,” said Herskowitz. “Throughout my work week, I speak with patients and families to complete nutrition assessments and nutrition education. Specific to my outpatient role, I participate in many free programs for community members.” Throughout the year, Herskowitz teaches the Eat. Chat. Move. program with Berg and also works with other oncology dietitians to develop Cooking is Caring, gather donations for Survivorship Day and attends health fairs. “We work with many members of the St. Francis Team, including our dedicated social workers to put on events for community members, such as The

From left: Rayna Herskowitz, RD, CDN, Stefani Pappas, MS, RD, CSO, CDN and Christina Adduci, MS, RD, CSO, CDN. Summer Series,” she said of the many programs that provide an opportunity to teach about nutrition. “Working in the ever-evolving field of nutrition is a really special opportunity and after all, we are all touched by food.” For the past 12 years in a row, St. Francis has been ranked as the number one hospital in cardiology. According to Stefani Pappas, a senior clinical oncology dietitian at The Cancer Institute, St. Francis has taken its excellence in heart health and expanded that into their oncology services, led by distinguished oncologist Bhoomi Mehrotra, M.D. “Our outpatient Cancer Institute houses all-inclusive care: medical oncology, radiation oncology, infusion care and radiology are all together under one roof, which allows patient needs to be met in an efficient manner and assists our interdisciplinary team in working collaboratively,” said Pappas, who is also a board certified specialist in oncology nutrition and works alongside Ceyhan, Berg and Herskowitz. “Good nutrition during cancer treatment is imperative to help meet the increased

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It’s all about overall health at St. Francis Hospital. These free nutrition-based programs, many of which are geared towards cancer survivors, and supported by the Manhasset Women’s Coalition Against Breast Cancer (MWCABC), are available.

COOKING IS CARING COOKSHOP Funded by MWCABC

This event is held at the Food & Nutrition Lab on the LIU Post Campus. In this program, caregivers and patients learn how to prepare a simple and healthy meals like zucchini boats and an autumn quinoa salad.

NOURISH CARE CONNECT Funded by MWCABC

This three-week nutrition series brought together oncology dietitians from the Cancer Institute and oncology social workers. Dietitians teach patients and caregivers how to create easy and nutritious recipes, while social workers foster meaningful discussion on how to cope through treatment.

SHAKE DAYS

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Oncology dietitians occasionally double as chefs, creating calorically and nutrient-dense shakes for patients to enjoy while they receive transfusions. Shake Days take place monthly and have been enjoyed by more than 400 patients.

EAT CHAT MOVE

Established by Karen Berg, Eat Chat Move is a 12-week program for breast and gynecological cancer patients. The program is done in collaboration with the Sid Jacobson JCC Nancy Marx Cancer Wellness Program and combines both nutrition and exercise components.

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ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NY (May 4, 2019) Eleven of the 23 physicians associated with Neurological Surgery, P.C. (NSPC) have been named to the latest edition of Top Doctors: New York Metro Area, an annual reference guide published by Castle Connolly Medical Ltd., a New York City research and information company.

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wo families whose lives had been touched by kidney disease and compassion recently revealed their most personal thoughts about organ donation and transplantation during Northwell Health’s annual Gift of Life celebration. Before introducing each speaker, Lewis Teperman, vice chairman of surgery and director of the Northwell Health Transplant Center, urged the audience to spread the word about the importance of organ donation. “Today is a day for the celebration of life when we honor the people who gave so unselfishly. But, we need to do better,” said Dr. Teperman. “One way to do that would be to promulgate the idea of presumed consent in New York State. In other words, you opt out of transplantation instead on opting in. That would almost certainly increase the number of available organs. We must do a better job of organ donation in New York.” On hand to lend her support from local government was State Senator Anna Kaplan. During her remarks,

she, too, urged New Yorkers to sign up for organ donation while noting the fact that New York ranked 50th out of all 50 states when it comes to the number of people registered as organ and tissue donors. “An abysmal 35 percent of New York State residents are registered,” said Kaplan. “That compares to 56 percent of residents across the U.S. That means that there are 10,000 New Yorkers who are currently on waiting lists for transplant. It means that every 18 hours, one of our friends, one of our neighbors, or a member of our family dies while on that waiting list.” She concluded by encouraging her audience “to make New York a leader by getting registered, and helping a friend or family member to do so as well.” Teperman next introduced Pete Prudente, 59, of Glen Cove, and his wife, Allison. Prudente’s mission in life has always been to help others. For years, he generously donated blood and platelets. As a volunteer firefighter, Prudente continues to

serve his community with pride and distinction. On March 25, which also happens to be his birthday, Prudente chose to become an altruistic kidney donor. “At first, I hoped to donate a kidney to a firefighter brother or sister in need,” he said. “When I couldn’t find that person, I went to Northwell’s Transplant Center and offered to donate. All I know now that my kidney went to a 60-year-old woman who was desperately in need. Now, she can continue to live a healthy life…I feel blessed that I could help her.” What makes his story so remarkable is that Prudente’s blood type is B-negative—the same as his wife. Before coming in to donate a kidney, Prudente sat with his wife and discussed the fact that, should she need a kidney in the future, he would be unable to assist. Given the fact that B-negative patients can only receive from B-negative donors, this was a major consideration. “My wife…my sweetheart...has always supported me in ever thing I

do,” said Prudente. “She told me to go ahead and donate to someone who was in need at the moment. I am so grateful to her.” Rounding out the program were Paul Monno, 59, of Wantagh, and his wife Heloisa. Monno was just 35 when he was diagnosed with polycystic kidney disease. Exactly 20 years later, the happily-married Monno went into kidney failure. His wife and sister rallied around their loved one, offering to be tested in the hopes of supplying him with a kidney. “At the time, I was firm about not accepting a kidney from either of them,” said Monno, “even if they

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Northwell Health leadership, joined by State Senator Anna Kaplan (center), donor families and volunteer firefighters gather for a flag-raising event at North Shore University Hospital to honor organ and tissue donors and their loved ones. proved to be a match. But they both went ahead and got tested without my knowledge.” Mrs. Monno was a perfect match. “Everyone at North Shore University took such good care of us,” said Monno. “Our surgery took place on September 10, 2018. We woke up next to each other in the recovery room after surgery. And, they even made

sure that we had dinner together. As I always say, my wife and I started dating in 1970...we’ve had 40 beautiful years together. She’s always been by my side. And now she’s in my side. Definitely a perfect match.” For more information about signing up for organ and tissue donation, visit www.donatelife.ny.gov. —Submitted by Northwell Health

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Skin Cancer Awareness Lecture

Osteoporosis Management Lecture

NYU Winthrop Hospital’s Center for Cancer Care will offer a free melanoma and skin cancer community education program at a free “Lunch & Learn” session from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. It will be held at the NYU Winthrop Research & Academic Center, 101 Mineola Blvd., at the corner of Second Street in Mineola. Peter O’Neill, MD, Chief of the Department of Dermatology at NYU Winthrop Hospital and Megan Winner, MD, Attending Surgeon in the Department of Surgery, will provide an overview of risk factors and prevention, screening, treatment options, and current and future therapies. A mini-screening will be available for attendees between 11:30 a.m. and noon. The program will include a question and answer period. Parking is available in the garage behind the 120 Mineola Blvd. building; entrance to the garage is on First Street. There is no fee for the program, but reservations are required. Lunch is included. To RSVP, call 516-6633696 or email maria.marquez@ NYUlangone.org.

NYU Winthrop Hospital’s “Inspiring Women” educational series will offer a free seminar open to the community, “Breaking News, Not Broken Bones: New Advances in Osteoporosis Management,” at 7 p.m. It will be held at the NYU Winthrop Hospital Research & Academic Center, 101 Mineola Blvd., at the corner of Second Street in Mineola, in the Treiber Family Conference Center. Luz Gargiullo APRN-BC, PhD, Fragility Fracture Liaison Coordinator at NYU Winthrop, will lead a discussion on the following: how to determine your FRAX score; strategies to prevent the onset of osteoporosis through diet, exercise and medication; and breaking news on new treatment options to halt the progression of osteoporosis. A question and answer period will follow the program. Admission is free, but pre-registration is required. To register for the program, call 516-663-8300 or email inspiringwomen@nyulangone. org. For information about Inspiring Women events or other programs at the Hospital, learn more at www.nyu winthrop.org/community-programs.

Healing for body, mind and soul The Center for Wellness and Integrative Medicine is our educational, wellness and retreat center. We offer yoga, Pilates, meditation, massage, acupuncture and much more. Come see for yourself. Special yoga offerings: — $39 for one week unlimited yoga for all new students — $179 student special June-August yoga membership — 20% off all yoga packages Upcoming programs:

Healing Headbands Workshop Saturday, June 8, 2:00—4:00pm

Heart Healthy Living Program: Six STEPS in Six Weeks to Heart Healthy Living Starts: Wednesday, July 10, 12:30—2:30pm

For more information or to register please call (516) 858-3095 or visit: Northwell.edu/integrativemedicine. 1500 Old Northern Blvd. Second floor Roslyn, NY 11576

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ProHEALTH Care Introduces Community Wellness Programs

roHEALTH Care, the largest independent, physician-run health system in the Northeast, announces a new program, PHamily Circle, a community health and charitable giving initiative rooted in fundraising, awareness and medicine. As ProHEALTH Care is committed to keeping its patients and the community it serves healthy, the new PHamily Circle initiative provides wellness education, health programs, and medical screenings to the community. Each year, PHamily Circle will highlight a wellness topic to raise awareness. This year’s annual focus is on women’s health; PHamily Circle is #ProWOMAN and will kick off with a Women’s Health Fair in May. Another important component of the PHamily Circle program is fundraising and PHamily Circle will fundraise for local charities. The new PHamily Circle initiative is part of president and CEO Dr. Zeyad Baker’s 2019 agenda of patient-centric programs designed to dramatically improve the patient’s experience and make healthcare more accessible. “It isn’t enough to focus on patients when they are sick,” said Baker. “We need to educate our community on prevention and early detection. ProHEALTH Care will continuously offer new programs that address a variety of medical questions and concerns. We want to empower our patients to take control of their health and the health of their families.” PHamily Circle aspires to serve its community by extending ProHEALTH’s specialized care outside of the exam room. PHamily Circle will host three events in 2019 dedicated to improving women’s health and promoting women’s wellness. Each of the programs will offer the opportunity to fundraise and give back to a local charity, raise awareness about a health concern impacting the community, and provide community health programs such as health screenings. —Submitted by ProHEALTH Care

Northwell Health Cardiac Surgery Programs Among New York’s Best

newly released state Department of Health (DOH) report showed Lenox Hill Hospital in Manhattan and Long Island Jewish (LIJ) Medical Center in New Hyde Park as having among the state’s best outcomes for certain types of open-heart surgery. The cardiovascular teams at LIJ Medical Center and North Shore University Hospital, both flagship hospitals within Northwell Health, combined their expertise in 2016 to form the highly specialized Sandra Atlas Bass Heart Hospital at North Shore University Hospital (NSUH) in Manhasset. During the full three-year reporting period (2014-16) analyzed by DOH, LIJ’s cardiothoracic team had among the state’s best survival rates for patients undergoing surgeries for isolated CABG, the repair or replacement of heart valves, and for those in need of surgeries for both valve and CABG surgery. LIJ was

among four hospitals to earn the DOH’s prestigious double asterisk for outcomes that were significantly better than the statewide average—the eighth consecutive year that it has achieved superior performance. The DOH report analyzed 62,744 total adult cardiac surgeries performed at 38 hospitals from 2014-16. Five Northwell cardiothoracic programs—LIJ Medical Center, NSUH, Lenox Hill, South Side Hospital in Bay Shore and Staten Island University Hospital (SIUH)— performed 7,468 total cardiac surgeries. “This is the eighth consecutive reporting period that the cardiothoracic surgery team now based at the Sandra Atlas Bass Heart Hospital has been recognized by the state for superior outcomes—an amazing achievement,” said Alan Hartman, MD, senior vice president and executive director of cardiothoracic services at Northwell Health.

In a separate DOH report, Maimonides had significantly better success rates for percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI), a non-surgical procedure used to treat blockages within the heart’s coronary arteries. Maimonides was one of only four hospitals in the state with significantly better success rates for all types of coronary interventions, performing 3,433 procedures over three years. The state report analyzed 146,568 PCI procedures, also known as angioplasty, at 62 hospitals over the three years covered in the report. Collectively, seven Northwell cardiology programs—NSUH, LIJ, Lenox Hill, Maimonides, SIUH, Southside and Huntington Hospital—performed 22,434 PCI procedures or about 15 percent of the statewide total, more than any other health system in New York State. —Submitted by Northwell Health

NYU Winthrop Hospital Designated By NY State Troopers As Preferred Medical Provider

YU Winthrop Hospital has been recognized by the New York State Troopers PBA (Police Benevolent Association) as a “Preferred Medical Provider.” This recognition culminates a one-year partnership during which time NYU Winthrop developed communication protocol through which medical care needs of PBA members are relayed to NYU Winthrop, which then assists members navigate the complex healthcare system and its myriad of specialties. There are more than 15,000 members under the PBA umbrella, including active State Troopers,

retirees, and family members. As a Preferred Medical Provider, NYU Winthrop assists with both emergency and non-emergency care for those members, whether involving a gunshot wound, car accident, cancer diagnoses, long-term care, or other medical needs. “NYU Winthrop consistently demonstrated superior medical expertise when called upon to do so,” said Michael C. Brooks, Director of State Trooper Surgeons of the New York State Troopers PBA. “The success stories coming out of NYU Winthrop speak for themselves. Hospitals are not awarded a

‘Preferred Medical Partner’ plaque, they earn them.” The NYS Troopers PBA helps members access the best possible medical care, expediting proper care, promoting the well-being of members, and positively impacting member’s return-to-work rate. This is accomplished through an NYU Winthrop “Hospital Liaison” working in tandem with PBA’s Executive Care Coordinator to effectively route care to an appropriate physician or group, including for second opinions. This facilitation especially helps to ease the stress of members handling

complex diagnoses, allowing them to remain focused and safe while on duty. “We’re honored to be part of the continuum of care for the first responders among the New York State Troopers PBA, as well as their families,” said John Collins, president and Chief Executive Officer of NYU Winthrop. “We have established a strong track record of positive outcomes that we expect to continue with the State Troopers long into the future.” —Submitted by NYU Winthrop Hospital

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5 Reasons To Come To MSK Nassau For Cancer Care By Bill Piersol Here are five more appealing features of MSK Nassau: 1. Infusion, your way

Many people come weekly for chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and other types of infusions. The 26 infusion spaces are self-contained, providing privacy and modern comforts in a tranquil setting. Internet, television, and refreshments are available, and temperature, lighting, and seating are controlled by the patient.

Memorial Sloan Kettering (MSK) has been serving people on Long Island for more than 20 years at multiple locations in both Nassau and Suffolk counties. MSK is now expanding its world-class, compassionate care by opening MSK Nassau in Uniondale. This all-new 114,000 square foot facility offers services addressing almost every aspect of cancer care and allows for more convenient treatment for people from Nassau County and eastern Queens. “We’re excited to offer new services and expand what we’ve been doing in Nassau County for the last two decades,” says Pamela Drullinsky, MD, a breast cancer oncologist and MSK Nassau’s Regional Care Network Site Director. Dr. Drullinsky understands how a convenient location helps people reduce travel time and stress. “Receiving treatment close to home lessens the burden on everyday life,” she says. The collaborative team approach to care at MSK Nassau ensures that each person’s treatment plan is regularly discussed by experts across the institution. MSK’s singular focus on cancer makes for a committed team dedicated to bringing the latest breakthroughs to patients. “People come to MSK for specialized care,” says Dr. Drullinsky. “We have specialists in every field who only treat that kind of cancer and are up-to-date on the mostinnovative approaches.” MSK Nassau also offers counseling; genetic testing; nutrition consultations; a Symptom Care Clinic to help address unexpected medical problems; and a rapid response lab, which cuts down waiting time. Every aspect of a patient’s visit has been carefully considered to provide peace of mind, from free valet parking to covered walkways that usher visitors into calm, soothing spaces. Interior areas offer patients and their caregivers privacy, while thoughtfully landscaped outdoor areas provide an opportunity to recharge.

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MSK Nassau offers most of the procedures that are necessary before and after surgery, as well as consultations with the surgeon who will perform a person’s operation.

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Clinical trials test new treatments and are a crucial step in developing new approaches to care. MSK offers more clinical trials for cancer care than any other institution on Long Island. This means that people who come to MSK Nassau may have access to therapies being studied that aren’t available at many other hospitals.

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Rehabilitation services help people with the side effects and physical changes that can result from cancer and its treatment. MSK Nassau features a gym, seasoned rehabilitation specialists, and care for any stage of treatment or survivorship, including lymphedema.

Breast cancer oncologist Dr. Pamela Drullinsky is the Regional Care Network Site Director at MSK Nassau.

Learn more about MSK’s outpatient cancer centers in Commack, Hauppauge, and Uniondale at www.mskcc.org/longisland.

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Memorial Sloan Kettering has opened MSK Nassau in Uniondale. It includes features designed to make cancer care easier and more convenient.

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The future of cancer care. Right here in Nassau County. With MSK’s brand-new Uniondale location, you’re connected to over 130 years of innovation and thousands of people focused entirely on cancer. That means you have access to the most advanced treatment options and care teams that guide you every step of the way. This is MSK Nassau.

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