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Quick Tips for Optimal Women’s Health

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20’s: Find a good physician that you are comfortable with and schedule your annual well-visit. Identify a physical activity that you enjoy and can regularly fit into your lifestyle. Quit Smoking, drink in moderation and get into a regular sleep routine, drink your H20. Review birth control options for long term family planning. Spend quality time with supportive and like-minded friends.

30’s:

Continue to schedule regular well-visits with your physician.

Determine which medical tests are necessary for your age; don’t over-test Review physical activity to include new exercise modalities based upon your lifestyle and current trends to find what works best for you. Stick with it.

If you are having children or planning to, find a good OB/GYN and schedule your appointment. Increase activities that make you happy and share them with supportive friends. Drink in moderation, sleep well, drink your H20 and consistently eat a healthy diet.

40’s:

Well-visits should be combined with age-appropriate screenings for cancer and heart health. Discuss peri-menopause and maintain a healthy weight. Get a mammogram. Continue to exercise regularly, drink in moderation, sleep well, and drink your H20. Stay connected with friends and family.

50’s: At your well-visit be sure to include colonoscopy, cancer & heart health screenings. Discuss menopause symptoms with your doctor. Evaluate your fitness routine for age and ability appropriate adjustments.

Drink in moderation, sleep well, drink your H20 and eat a healthy diet.

Expand your horizons; open your mind to new experiences; its never too late.

60’s: At your well-visit add bone density testing, get advice on shingles and other relevant vaccines, colonoscopy and cancer and heart health screenings. Stay physically active and consider low-impact forms of exercise alternatives: swimming, aquatic exercise, yoga, walking, etc, but continue to do it regularly.

Drink in moderation, sleep well, drink your H20 and keep weight at healthy level. Stay curious.

70’s:

At your well-visit continue mammogram until age 74, colonoscopy to 75, ask your medical professional for all other relevant tests and vaccines but don’t over-test. Stay fit with regular age and ability-appropriate exercise. Drink in moderation, sleep well, drink your H20 and keep weight at a healthy level. Find friends who are younger to supplement your peers. Good for long-term mental, emotional and physical support. Stay connected and curious.

80’s: At your well-visit review any concerns and get tests that are necessary. Many screenings are no longer considered necessary; don’t over-test. Consider your doctor a resource, not part of your daily routine.

Stay fit with age and ability-appropriate exercise and don’t overdue. Know your limits. Learn to prevent falls by taking yoga, aquatic exercise and stretch classes. Take your Vitamin D. Drink in moderation, sleep well, drink your H20 and maintain a healthy weight. Stay connected to family and friends.

Stay curious. Take enrichment classes, travel, read and explore to keep your mind sharp. Be sure you know who will make your health care decisions if you are unable to.

90’s: At your well-visit be sure to discuss all concerns with your doctor, open dialog on holistic medical options, ask about any new vaccines and testing. Drink in moderation, sleep well, drink your H20, be sure to eat enough at this age.

Stay active, stay curious, stay connected. Don’t take unnecessary risks; prevent falls, and speak up to family, friends and professionals.

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St. Catherine of Siena highlights World Maternal Health Day

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May 3, 2017 is World Maternal Mental Health Day. Established by an international task force in 2016, World Maternal Mental Health Day was declared to be a day set aside to raise awareness to help those suffering get help.

Before, during and after having a baby, parents may feel sad, fear, worry and alone. Each year in New York State over 50,000 mothers and fathers will experience a perinatal mood and anxiety disorder (PMAD). PMAD is a general term used to describe a wide range of emotional disorders that can experience during pregnancy and after the birth of a child.

St. Catherine of Siena is proud to participate in the campaign to help spread the word that Maternal Mental Health Matters. Women and their family and friends need to know where they can find help and support for perinatal mental health problems.

The Maternity Department at St. Catherine of Siena offers a free postpartum depression support group, Mothers’ Circle of Hope. The free and supportive group meets the second Thursday of each month, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM, and is facilitated by a clinical nurse specialist.

“Organizations around the world are leading efforts to raise awareness about maternal mental health—and we are proud to support those efforts right here in our community,” said Lactation/Perinatal Education/Clinical Nurse Specialist Kristin Thayer MSN, RNC, CBC. For more information about the St. Catherine’s Mothers’ of Circle Support Group, please call (631) 862-3330 or visit stcatherines.chsli.org

About St. Catherine of Siena Medical Center St. Catherine of Siena Medical Center, member of Catholic Health Services, is accredited by the Joint Commission and is committed to patient safety and quality care.

Known for its Obstetrics services, the hospital offers a Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, is a New York State-Designated Stroke Center, offers modern Hyperbaric Medicine, advanced Robotic Surgery, and the Palliative Care Program recently earned The Joint Commission’s acclaimed Advanced Certification for its commitment to patient quality of care and it’s family centered-approaches.

Huntington Hospital helps moms bond with newborns in the critical hours after birth

Huntington Hospital introduces “couplet care,” a progressive care model for mothers and babies that improves mother-baby bonding immediately after birth.

Newborns can now receive much of their medical care, including tests, in their mother’s room at Huntington Hospital. “Rooming in,” as it’s often called, has been shown to lessen the potential effects of postpartum depression. It fosters bonding, giving the new family more confidence in caring for the baby as well as a better sense of the infant’s schedule. That intimacy also keeps the newborn calmer because the baby hears familiar voices. This method is a departure from newborns spending much of their time in the hospital’s nursery.

“Many of the mother-baby unit nurses and staff members are mothers themselves and as such we recognize the importance of bonding in those first few days and want to do all that we can to help that best happen,” said Jill Donnelly, RN, nurse manager of the Huntington Hospital mother-baby unit.

Huntington Hospital mother-baby unit nurses and staff have made a commitment to attend to each mother and child at their bedside and offer individualized care, moving away from the nursery model, where multiple babies can be monitored and cared for at once. Huntington Hospital’s nursery remains a functioning unit.

In addition to care from OB/GYN physicians, Huntington Hospital offers health care from midwives for expectant and new mothers.

For more information about Huntington Hospital’s maternity services, call 631-351-2356.

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May is a busy month at Hospital Newspaper. During National Nurse’s Week (May 6-12) we honor these often-unsung heroes of healthcare. Every interaction with these dedicated professionals leaves us feeling better, more confident and reassured. As healthcare has changed, nurses have been the constant; filling even more valuable roles in hospitals, urgent care facilities, retirement communities, physician’s offices, schools and satellite well-care locations. So, this month please take a moment to thank all of the nurses you encounter and let them know that they are appreciated!!

May is also National Women’s Health Week! Beginning on Mother’s Day, May 14th, this initiative led by the US Department of Health and Human Services Office on Women’s Health is the time to choose to live a healthy lifestyle at any age. It is never too late and we share some simple steps to improving your mental and physical health and well-being.

May 31st is National Senior Health & Fitness Day. This 24th annual event is celebrated around the country with the goal of engaging older Americans in age and ability- appropriate activities to promote longevity, health and fitness. Visit your local senior office/office for the aging for information on events in your area.

In every issue we cover professional recruitment and development in the hospital sector.

We encourage our readers to reach out and share opportunities and programming that we can support and promote via our print and digital editions.

As always, please send us your photos and stories to news@hospitalnewspaper.com—we love to include them whenever we can!

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For National Nurses Week, Albany Med Nurses highlight work to promote infant safe sleep practices CNS, NNP-BC, neonatal clinical nurse specialist/nurse practitioner at Albany Medical Center.

Furdon said that parent education and modeling have been shown to be important elements in helping parents keep newborns safe long after they leave the hospital.

The nurses outlined guidelines to prevent infant deaths related to unsafe sleep, and emphasized that all parents and caregivers should follow the ABCs of safe sleep: • Alone: Having the baby sleep Alone • Back: On his or her Back • Crib: In a Crib that’s empty and uncluttered by blankets, bumpers or stuffed animals.

Marking National Nurses Week (May 612) and in advance of Mother’s Day, Albany Medical Center nurses today outlined efforts Albany Med is taking to introduce new parents to safe sleep habits as part of a New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) initiative.

Albany Med is one of 80 hospitals statewide working on the safe sleep program with the New York State Perinatal Quality

Collaborative (NYSPQC), a NYSDOH initiative that aims to provide the best and safest care for women and infants in New York.

“Our partnership with NYSDOH on promoting safe sleep has brought attention to the importance of standardizing what nurses and medical providers say to parents about safe sleep practices and, more importantly, how we model safe sleep while the newborn is in the hospital,” said Sue Furdon, MS, RNC,

“Our neonatal nurses play an essential role in promoting safe sleep environments for all babies, and we are grateful for the work they do to educate new parents about this very important aspect of infant health and safety,” said Albany Medical Center neonatologist Upender Munshi, M.D. “It’s crucial that all caregivers understand and help raise awareness of safe sleep practices for infants, so that no family has to experience the heartbreaking loss of an otherwise healthy child.”

Unsafe sleep practices include placing babies to sleep on their tummies or sides or in unsafe locations such as adult beds, baby slings, car seats, couches or armchairs. It is also unsafe to sleep with pets, other children or adults, or to have blankets, other bedding, crib bumpers, or stuffed toys in the sleep environment.

Unsafe sleep practices cause more than 90 deaths in infants less than one year of age each year in New York State. The program’s goal is to increase the percentage of infants placed in safe sleep environments during hospital stays; increase the documentation of safe sleep education for caregivers before babies are discharged; and increase the percentage of caregivers who report they understand the safe sleep educational messages before leaving the hospital.

The incidence of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome has fallen dramatically since 1992, when the American Academy of Pediatrics began recommending that all babies sleep on their backs. But sleep-related deaths from other causes have gone up. These causes include suffocation, entrapment and asphyxia.

Unsafe sleep remains the leading preventable cause of death for healthy infants.

For more information visit, www.amc.edu or www.facebook.com/albanymedicalcenter.

Southside Hospital hosts Medical Career Days at East Islip, Bay Shore High Schools

East Islip and Bay Shore high school students got a glimpse of a variety of health careers with the help of Southside Hospital and Northwell Health employees in April.

Students were able to discuss the day-to-day work of about 30 different professions from 70 Northwell Health employees ranging from sky medic to marketing throughout the school day as well as listen to presentations about several career paths in the school’s auditorium and library. There were also interactive learning opportunities such as hands only CPR, bleeding control and automated external defibrillator training.

“During my presentation about becoming a surgeon at the East Islip Medical Career Day, I candidly talked about the hard work and efforts it took to get to where I am in my career and I hope that that information was helpful for these students who are considering entering this field,” said

Lauren Licata, MD, surgeon at Southside Hospital. “Having a mentor and knowing what it really takes to make it in a certain career are both crucial to students who are getting to that crossroads of having to select a career path.”

Bay Shore High School students were inspired by the journey Harold Fernandez, MD, took to become a top cardiac surgeon. Dr. Fernandez, chief of cardiovascular surgery at Southside Hospital, was an undocumented immigrant from Colombia who – through hard work and persistence – graduated magna cum laude from Princeton University and went to Harvard Medical School.

“My story highlights that if you are determined to do something and work hard, great things that seem impossible become possible,” Dr. Fernandez said.

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Rise of Retail Health

Focusing efforts on keeping patients out of the hospital can lower healthcare costs and decrease rates of infection.

The answer to keeping patients safely cared for in the outpatient setting may be right around the corner. The retail health delivery system is a unique way to make routine primary care services convenient and accessible to the public.

With the Affordable Care Act, millions of Americans gained coverage, but the shortage of primary care providers remains. In response, retail clinics opened their doors to Medicaid/Medicare patients and accept all forms of insurance.

The hours of operation of retail health add to its popularity. Without needing an appointment, patients are free to walk-in after work or school.

It is estimated that 1 in 5 adults receive a vaccination in a retail clinic.

This is a quick and cost-effective method to halt vaccine-preventable diseases. Furthermore, over half of uninsured patients sought treatment at retail clinics because they did not have a usual source of care, thus avoiding the Emergency Department.

Services that retail health centers provide range from minor illnesses to women's services. Frequently visits focus on strep throat, flu-like symptoms, earaches and ear wax removal. Suture removal and treatment of skin conditions is also available. Patients can receive diabetes and hypertension monitoring. Women's services are offered through contraceptive care, and treatment of urinary tract infections and yeast infections. Additionally, well-exam physicals are provided for employment, sports and camps.

The quality of health care practice in retail health has been measured in peer reviewed journals. In treating acute pharyngitis, nurse practitioners adhered to guidelines to withhold unnecessary antibiotics in 99.05% of cases. Furthermore, in a study 13,471 patients with a positive rapid strep test, 99.75% of patients received an appropriate antibiotic prescription.

Busy lifestyles and moving to a new location makes it easy to lose tract of regular health visits until something comes up. Retail health bridges that gap of needing to see a provider, and then gaining a referral to a well-known primary care provider in the area. Rather than inundating Emergency Departments with non-life threatening issues, retail health allows patients to obtain contraceptive refills, ensure their cold is not progressively getting worse, or seek treatment for a stye that will not subside.

Nurse practitioners in retail health are making remarkable strides to keep patients out of the hospital and safely cared for in their homes and communities. As retail health clinics continue to grow their services, it is clear that patients will have a new form of wellness protection closer to home- no appointment needed!

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Nursing: the Balance of Mind, Body, and Spirit Supported by the American Nurses Association, National Nurses Week celebrates nurses and their role in society. The week also helps to raise awareness about nursing as a possible career choice and also to educate the public about the kind of work nurses are involved in.

To coincide with Florence Nightingale's birthday (12th of May), National Nurses Week begins on the 6th of May and finishes on the 12th of May each year. National Student Nurses Week also coincides with National Student Nurses Day which is on the 8th of May each year.

The week celebrates the legacy of Florence Nightingale, a nurse who became famous for treating wounded soldiers during the Crimean war, and for her work in establishing nursing as a profession in its own right. Florence was affectionately known as 'The Lady With The Lamp'; she made a lot of her ward rounds at night whilst carrying a lamp. Florence Nightingale founded a nursing school in 1860, providing the first type of professional nursing establishment in the world.

The American Nurses Association (ANA), sponsors of National Nurses Week, have promoted and supported the nursing profession since 1896.

ANA has designated 2017 as the "Year of the Healthy Nurse." Join us during National Nurses Week, May 6–12, as we explore this year’s theme, “Nursing: the Balance of Mind, Body, and Spirit.” It’s all about celebrating nurses like you who lead the charge for health and wellness.

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Nurses – In Demand and Options Abound As The Wall Street Journal has recently reported: “Nurses Are Again in Demand”. After years of relative equilibrium, the job market for nurses is heating up in many locations throughout the country, driving up wages and sign-on bonuses for the nation’s fifthlargest occupation. It is a great time to be a nurse!

Unlike other professions, nursing requires constant learning and certifications – it also offers a wealth of career opportunities. Three specialty areas that are increasingly in demand in hospitals include: Forensic Nursing & Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE), Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHN) and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) nurses.

If a nurse wants to work with abused populations, legal issues, sexual assault, life care planning, etc., a degree in Forensic Nursing will prepare that nurse for a career in forensics. If a nurse is interested in clinical practice, the Nurse Practitioner and Doctor of Nursing Practice degrees will give them the skills to be experts in the field.

Any nurse looking to specialize, needs to thoroughly research their educational options. Advanced degrees prepare nurses to apply evidence-based findings to their clinical practice.

By Janet Mahoney, PhD., RN, APN-C, NEA-BC Dean, Marjorie K. Unterberg School of Nursing and Health Studies, Monmouth University

Forensic nursing, for example, is an emerging field, and Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE) make up the largest sector. It’s a specialty that blends nursing with the judicial system. Monmouth University is proud to be one of only a dozen or so schools in the nation to offer this program. This online program prepares graduates to work in a variety of areas including child/elder abuse, legal nurse consulting, domestic violence intervention, life care planning, SANE, case manager, mass disaster response, and even death investigation. Forensic nurses, also known as forensic nurse investigators (FNIs), fulfill several different roles, from investigating crime scenes to providing expert testimony in court. Because of the advanced nature of this nursing position the Bureau of Labor Statistics has announced the probability of a 26% growth rate within the following decade, which is quite a jump from the 9% predicted growth rate of most other career paths across the United States.

Psychiatric mental health nursing is another growing specialty within nursing. Approximately 56 million American adults experience mental illness and/or a substance use disorder in a given year; and the American Psychiatric Nurses Asso-

ciation asserts that whole health begins with mental health. Psychiatric mental health registered nurses work with individuals, families, groups, and communities, assessing their mental health needs. The PMHN develops a nursing diagnosis and plan of care, implements the nursing process, and evaluates it for effectiveness. Psychiatric Mental Health Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (PMH-APRNs) offer primary care services to the psychiatric-mental health population.

PMH-APRNs assess, diagnose, and treat individuals and families with psychiatric disorders or the potential for such disorders using their full scope of therapeutic skills, including the prescription of medication and administration of psychotherapy.

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) nurses practice at the highest educational level and have an equal place at the table with other doctoral level professionals. DNP curriculum focuses on evidencebased practice, organizational and systems leadership, information technology, professional collaboration, emerging practice challenges, and implementing translational research and science into practice.

DNP students gain the knowledge and skills to improve health outcomes, promote safety standards

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Dr. Janet Mahoney is Dean of the Marjorie K. Unterberg School of Nursing and Health Studies at Monmouth University, which offers Forensic Nursing, Nurse Practitioner and DNP programs.

A leading private institution located in West Long Branch, New Jersey, Monmouth University's magnificent coastal campus is approximately one hour from both New York City and Philadelphia. Monmouth University is listed in U.S. News & World Report's "Best Colleges", Princeton Review's "The Best Colleges" and Money Magazine’s “Best Colleges for Your Money.” and advocate at local, regional and national levels for policy changes and quality improvement. The online DNP program at Monmouth University is uniquely designed to prepare nursing professionals for leadership roles without removing them from the front lines of advanced nursing practice.

Only 1% of nurses in this country have a doctoral degree, according to the IOM (Institute of Medicine).

Yet, the Future of Nursing report, created together with the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, concluded that there should be twice as many doctorate graduate nurses by 2020. To achieve this, at least 10% of all BSN graduates have to commit to studying towards an MSN (or preferably a DNP or PhD) within five years of their initial graduation.

Nurses are in demand and needed in all specialties. As new areas of practice emerge, nurses will be there to provide high quality and compassionate care to society.

However, without highly educated nursing faculty with advanced degrees to educate the next generation of nurses, the nursing shortage will continue. There will be a rippling effect as baby boomers start retiring in mass numbers. Fortunately, there are scholarships and grants offered

through organizations such as Robert Wood Johnson, AACN, and Human Resource and Services Administration (HRSA) that are helping students in various ways to pursue advanced teaching positions in nursing. And some schools, like Monmouth University, offer graduate scholarships and a Nurse Faculty Loan Program (NFLP) to qualified students interested in becoming future nursing faculty.

The American Nurses Association (ANA) has declared 2017 to be the “Year of the Healthy Nurse.”

So as we celebrate National Nurses Week (May 6 – 12), I encourage all of us in the healthcare field to embrace this year’s theme “Nursing: the Balance of Mind, Body, and Spirit.” The ANA defines a healthy nurse as someone who actively focuses on creating and maintaining a balance and synergy of physical, intellectual, emotional, social, spiritual, personal and professional well-being. There are 3.6 million RNs who are ideally positioned to be the best role models, educators, and advocates of health, safety, and wellness.

Whatever your role in the hospital, I encourage you to strive to model a healthy lifestyle, and celebrate the nurses you know who lead the charge for health and wellness.

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Huntington Hospital earns fourth Magnet Nursing honor, a Long Island first

Huntington Hospital has become the first hospital on Long Island to achieve nursing’s highest honor – Magnet® designation – for the fourth time in a row.

Magnet® status is the gold standard for nursing excellence – a reflection of Huntington Hospital’s nursing professionalism, strong collaboration, innovation and teamwork as well as its superiority in patient care. The American Nurses’ Credentialing Center’s (ANCC) prestigious Magnet Recognition Program® is one that has been achieved by just seven percent of hospitals worldwide.

Huntington Hospital, in addition to being the first on Long Island, is the second in New York State and one of just 36 in the country to receive Magnet® designation four or more times. Each Magnet® designation lasts four years.

Magnet® recognition is a factor when the public judges health care organizations. U.S. News & World Report’s annual showcase of “America’s Best Hospitals” includes Magnet® recognition in its ranking criteria for quality of inpatient care. Huntington Hospital is the

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highest ranked community hospital in New York State and is in the top five percent of all hospitals statewide.

“Our nurses deliver the highest standard of compassionate, patient-centered care to tens of thousands of patients every year,” said Susan Knoepffler, RN, vice president for nursing at Huntington Hospital. “We know how imperative it is to put the patient and family at the center of our care.”

A recent example of innovation from Huntington Hospital’s nursing staff is the Nightingale phone. A Huntington Hospital cancer department nurse manager created a new way for patients to more quickly get their needs met – a phone with a speed dial button on the back that connects directly to the Vocera paging device each nurse wears.

The hospital began using the Nightingale phone in the cancer unit last year. The device has since been rolled out to other departments in the hospital – and throughout Northwell Health.

For more information about Huntington Hospital, please call 631-351-2000.

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Orange Regional Medical Center’s Oncology Nurse Navigator earns CURE® Magazine’s 2017 Extraordinary Healer® Award Leading Cancer Care Media Enterprise Selects Orange Regional’s Sara Sargente as this year’s national winner

CURE® Magazine, the leading consumer digital and print media enterprise focused entirely on patients with cancer, has selected Orange Regional Medical Center’s Oncology Nurse Navigator Sara Sargente, RN, OCN, as the national winner of the 2017 Extraordinary Healer® Award for Oncology Nursing.

“Sara Sargente, RN, ONC, exemplifies what it means to be an extraordinary healer who goes above and beyond the call of duty to help patients, their families and healthcare coworkers,” said Michael J. Hennessy Jr., president Michael J. Hennessy Associates, parent company of CURE Media Group. “Oncology nurses have very challenging jobs that blend specialized medical knowledge with a passion to provide comfort, education and advocacy to patients undergoing complicated, and sometimes long-term, treatments for the disease.”

Ms. Sargente has dedicated her career to helping cancer patients and their families and has showed incredible passion in the field of oncology nursing.

Ms. Sargente is an Oncology Nurse Navigator for the Head & Neck Cancer Program and Bloodless Medicine Program at Orange Regional Medical Center. She provides support, education, guidance and coordination of care for her patients and their families from diagnosis to survivorship. As co-founder of the Oncology Nursing Society’s local chapter, Ms. Sargente currently serves as its president and facilitates support groups through organizations such as Support for People with Oral, Head and Neck Cancer.

“We are extremely proud of Sara and this honor which embodies her compassion for and dedication to the healthcare profession and our patients,” said Scott Batulis, President & CEO of the Greater Hudson Valley Health System. “She is a phenomenal caregiver who makes a difference in the lives of so many.”

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CURE® Magazine’s Extraordinary Healer® Award dinner featured a keynote address from award-winning actor, cancer advocate, and Breakaway from Cancer® Ambassador, Patrick Dempsey. In response to his mother’s multiple bouts with ovarian cancer, Dempsey founded the Dempsey Center in Lewiston, Maine in 2008 with the intention of giving back to the community where he grew up, and where his mother first received cancer treatment. The Dempsey Center improves the quality of life for individuals, families and communities impacted by cancer through free support, education, complementary therapies, and prevention.

The 2017 Extraordinary Healer® Award for Oncology Nursing dinner took place on May 4, 2017 in Denver, Colorado, and was held in conjunction with the ONS 42nd Annual Congress.

For more information about Orange Regional’s cancer program please visit www.ormc.org/cancer

Congratulations New York Nurses from the staff at Hospital Newspaper!

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First pediatric kidney transplant recipient at Cohen Children’s meets Knicks Great John Starks

When 14-year-old Matthew Francis, of Rockaway Beach, Queens, awoke following the kidney transplant that would save his life, one of the first things he asked his mother was: “When can I go outside and play basketball?”

Thanks to the new pediatric kidney transplant program now offered at Cohen Children’s Medical Center, Matthew can look forward to shooting hoops with his friends in just a few weeks.

During a news conference to introduce Matthew as the hospital’s first pediatric kidney transplant recipient, program medical director, Pamela Singer, MD, explained that Matthew had been diagnosed with a disease known as focal segmental glomerulosis (FSGS), which attacks the kidney’s filtering units (glomeruli). Left untreated, FSGH causes serious scarring, which can lead to permanent kidney damage and eventual organ failure.

“Although FSGS is not considered hereditary,” said Dr. Singer, “Matthew was diagnosed with the condition in 2012. His high blood pressure was being treated with medication until this year, when we realized that he needed to be placed on dialysis. It’s wonderful seeing him here today, looking so healthy and eager to get back to his life. It’s the reason we choose to become physicians.”

Matthew’s mother, Jennifer, also lives with FSGS and hopes to receive a kidney in the near future, too. On dialysis three days a week, she spoke of her devastation and fear when she first learned that Matthew would have to face the same difficulty.

“I’m on dialysis three days a week since January of this year, Matthew was doing it on the other three days,” the mother said. “The only day we had together as a family with my husband was on Sunday…the only day we didn’t have to deal with dialysis.”

Matthew’s transplant surgery took place on April 4. Now, he can look forward to a healthy future, returning to school and, of course, to the game he loves so much.

As a special surprise for Matthew, Knicks great John Starks dropped in to offer Matthew an autographed basketball and some words of encouragement.

After remarking on Matthew’s height (“I think he’s taller than I am!”), Mr. Starks encouraged Matthew to stay focused on what’s important. “Training for a sport is a lot like what Matthew had to overcome in the hospital, which is why he did such a great job,” said Mr. Starks. “He’s going to be fine. He knows what he wants and he’s working on getting better.”

Ernesto Molmenti, MD, surgical director of the pediatric transplant center at Cohen, gave thanks to the deceased donor whose generosity

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From left: Knicks legend John Starks with Matthew Francis, 14, and mom Jennifer Francis at Cohen Children’s Medical Center on Wednesday.

made Matthew’s future a bright one. “Right now, we must remember this wonderful person who felt an obligation to help someone he or she never met,” he said. “I’m sure Matthew’s donor is smiling down from heaven on what we’re saying here today.”

Fielding questions from the reporters in the room, Dr. Molmenti concluded the program by saying, “All you have to do is look at Matthew – and all your questions will be answered.”

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Cares for Kids Radiothon raises more than $265,000 for Bernard & Millie Duker Children’s Hospital at Albany Medical Center

Members of the Capital Region community pledged their support to help sick and injured children at the Bernard & Millie Duker Children’s Hospital at Albany Medical Center, the local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital, by donating more than $265,570 during the 19th annual News Radio 810 & 103.1 WGY and 99.5 the River Cares for Kids Radiothon.

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“We are tremendously grateful for the generosity shown by our community each year during the radiothon,” said David A. Clark, M.D., director of the Bernard & Millie Duker Children’s Hospital. “That support, along with the dedication of our sponsors and media partners at iHeartMedia, helps ensure that we can provide the best care possible for all of our patients.”

The 25-hour live radio broadcast took place at Albany Med’s Choices Cafe on May 4 and 5, where on-air personalities Chuck and Kelly from News Radio 810 & 103.1 WGY, and Kevin and Shanna from 99.5 The River encouraged the local community to support the hospital’s pediatric health care programs. Throughout the Cares for Kids Radiothon, nearly 20 families shared inspirational stories of hope and healing.

Every dollar raised supports programs and services at the children’s hospital, the only one of its kind in the region. “iHeartMedia Albany has partnered with the Bernard & Millie Duker Children’s Hospital at Albany Medical Center for 19 successful years for the Cares for Kids Radiothon,” said Kristen Delaney, area president for iHeartMedia Albany. “I’m proud of News Radio 810 & 103.1 WGY and 99.5 The River for joining our listeners to help local children and families seeking treatment at the hospital, which is an invaluable resource for the community.”

The children's hospital treats all children regardless of their ability to pay. This year’s radiothon also benefited from the support of more than 150 volunteers who answered calls and processed donations.

The Bernard & Millie Duker Children’s Hospital at Albany Medical Center is a 125-bed facility devoted exclusively to the medical needs of infants, children and adolescents, and is the referral center for all seriously ill and injured children from 25 counties in upstate New York and western New England. It is staffed by 140 physicians trained in 40 subspecialties and more than 400 pediatric nurses, therapists, social workers and child-life specialists.

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Auxiliary of Lenox Hill Hospital Annual Benefit raises more than $66,000 for Hospital’s Health Programs

The Auxiliary of Lenox Hill Hospital raised more than $66,000 at its Annual Benefit, which was held on April 24th at the Film Society of Lincoln Center’s Walter Reade Theater.

The event – Orthopaedics in Motion: Live Active, Live Stronger, Live Longer – focused on the advancements and innovations in the field of orthopaedics, as well as the cutting-edge technologies and procedures that are being utilized at Lenox Hill Hospital and across Northwell Health.

Proceeds from the Annual Benefit will provide continuing support for Auxiliary programs that benefit Northwell Health’s three Manhattan campuses: Lenox Hill Hospital; Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital; and Lenox Health Greenwich Village.

The event, which was attended by 125 guests, included a panel of prominent Lenox Hill orthopaedic surgeons: Elliott B. Hershman, MD, Chairman of Orthopaedic Surgery; Matthew S. Hepinstall, MD, Associate Director of the Center for Joint Preservation and Reconstruction; and Karen E. Schneider, MD, Attending Physician for Sports Medicine. Dr. Hershman and Lenox Hill Hospital Chief Medical Officer, Jill Kalman, MD, were the event honorary co-chairs.

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(Pictured l to r) Dennis Connors, Executive Director, Lenox Hill Hospital; David Battinelli, MD, Chief Medical Officer, Northwell Health; Jill Kalman, MD, Medical Director, Lenox Hill Hospital Max Gomez, PhD, Event Moderator and WCBS-TV Medical Correspondent; Jan Benzel, Event Panelist, Writer and Former NY Times Editor; Robin Waxenberg, Chair, Auxiliary of Lenox Hill Hospital; Elliott Hershman, MD, Chair of Orthopaedics, Lenox Hill Hospital and Event Honorary Co-Chair; Karen Schneider, MD, Attending Physician for Sports Medicine, Lenox Hill Hospital; Matthew Hepinstall, MD, Associate Director, Center for Joint Preservation and Reconstruction, Lenox Hill Hospital

The physicians were joined by a patient and former editor at The New York Times, Jan Benzel, who underwent ACL reconstruction and knee surgeries at Lenox Hill in recent

years. Ms. Benzel shared her story of diagnosis, treatment and recovery under the care of these professionals.

Dr. Max Gomez, WCBS medical correspon-

dent, Emmy™ award-winning broadcast journalist and author was the evening’s moderator.

For more information about Lenox Hill Hospital, visit www.lenoxhillhospital.org.

Southside Hospital expands, Enhances Intensive Care Unit

Southside Hospital has opened a Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) with private rooms and around-theclock monitoring, expanding the overall number of beds in the facility to provide critically ill patients with vital medical care.

Each MICU room also has access to 24/7 care from a critical care specialist through the Northwell Health eICU, which provides remote monitoring of ICU patients. The MICU, which has 10 beds, now gives the hospital a total ICU capacity for 36 patients between the MICU, surgical ICU and cardiothoracic ICU. MICU rooms have the ability for patients to get dialysis in a private setting and 24-hour neurological care, as needed. Brain wave monitoring electroencephalograms (EEGs) are

monitored and read by a trained neurological specialist at North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset.

“Southside Hospital has been increasing its health care offerings to provide high-quality tertiary center care in the Bay Shore community,” said Donna Moravick, NP, executive director of Southside Hospital. “We want the most comprehensive care for our friends and neighbors right in their own backyard. Southside Hospital offers its patients access to the large breadth of Northwell Health’s services and expertise.”

The new Southside Hospital MICU began treating patients on February 2.

For more information about Southside Hospital’s MICU, please call 631-513-8813.

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Phelps Hyperbaric Medicine Department is Reaccredited “with Distinction” by Undersea & Hyperbaric Medical Society

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The Phelps Hyperbaric team, standing in front of the hyperbaric chamber, left to right: Dr. Owen J. O’Neill; Elizabeth Smykowski, Nurse Manager; Adam Piscitello, Certified Hyperbaric Technologist; Ryan Murray, Hyperbaric Technician; Tim Wages, Senior Administrative Director, Ancillary Services; Dr. Gary Willard, Medical Director, Hyperbaric Medicine; Sandrah Gurash, Certified Hyperbaric Technologist; Lubiha Perez, Certified Hyperbaric Technologist; Ernest-Obed Ahiable, Hyperbaric Technician; and Barbara Sweet, RN, Certified Hyperbaric Registered Nurse.

The Hyperbaric Medicine Department at Phelps Hospital has achieved Accreditation with Distinction for its program from the Undersea & Hyperbaric Medical Society (UHMS). This accreditation demonstrates that the department meets the highest standards as developed by experts in the field of hyperbaric and dive medicine. The program received its first four-year accreditation in 2013.

“We strive to maintain a center of excellence for clinical hyperbaric oxygen therapy here at Phelps,” says Hyperbaric Medicine Medical Director Dr. Gary Willard. “We were awarded the ‘with distinction’ designation this year because we exceeded the requirements of UHMS evaluation, which assessed us not only for clinical practice, but also for our high standards and participation in continuing education of our team, our patients, and the community.”

Hyperbaric Oxygen therapy (HBO therapy) is a medical treatment where patients breathe 100% pure oxygen while sitting inside a pressurized chamber. Used alone and in combination with standard treatments, HBO therapy contributes to optimal outcomes for patients because it increases the amount of oxygen in the blood. Increased oxygen helps new blood vessels grow, which allows more oxygen to be delivered to tissues and organs of the body and promotes the healing process. HBO therapy is sometimes used for complicated wounds that don’t heal, often associated with diabetes. HBO therapy is also a well-established treatment for carbon monoxide poisoning and decompression sickness, a hazard of scuba diving.

The UHMS survey team evaluated the department on many criteria, including: delivery of care, safety of the facility, training and

continued competence of team members, maintenance and operation of equipment, and thoroughness of patient education and assessment. The accreditation has over 600 requirements, specifications and guidelines particular to hyperbaric and dive medicine.

The UHMS, an international nonprofit organization serving more than 2,500 members in 50 countries, is the chief accrediting body and the primary source of scientific information for diving and hyperbaric medicine physiology worldwide. The society is the leading representative of the hyperbaric medical community to federal, state and local agencies on matters related to efficacy, standards of care, and reimbursement.

The 12-person hyperbaric chamber at Phelps is the largest, most state-of-the-art hyperbaric chamber in the northeastern United States, measuring 9 feet in diameter and 28 feet long.

About Phelps Hospital

Phelps Hospital, part of Northwell Health, is a full-service 238-bed acute care community hospital located in Sleepy Hollow, NY. With more than 1,700 employees and 500 medical staff members representing 60 medical specialties, Phelps offers one of the broadest ranges of community hospital services in Westchester County. Patients benefit from distinguished physicians, many of whom are pioneers in their field, offering the most advanced procedures using the latest technology. www.phelpshospital.org. Phelps' primary and specialty care medical group, Phelps Medical Associates, has nearly 20 practices located on the hospital campus and in the surrounding communities. www.phelpsmedicalassociates.org.

10 Awesome Apps for Seniors

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1) Pillboxie

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This app enables users with less than perfect eyesight to change contrast, zoom in and display larger buttons, making some of the more challenging smart phones more manageable.

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3) Blood Pressure Monitor This app tracks blood pressure and weight along with helpful statistics and reminders, and is a motivational tool for managing your overall daily health and wellness.

Wednesday, May 31, 2017 The Nation’s largest older adult health promotion

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Put on your sneakers. The last Wednesday in May is Senior Health & Fitness Day. Approximately 100,000 senior adults will participate in activities across the United States to participate in National Senior Health & Fitness Day. Many organizations offer special events on National Senior Health & Fitness Day:

4) Easy Facebook for Seniors

This easy-to-use, simpler Facebook “lite” app allows seniors the chance to navigate Facebook without investing too much time and provides a cleaner version of the busy, classic app.

• Banks • Health Clubs • Area Agencies on Aging • Houses of Worship • Hospitals • Malls/Shopping Centers • Park & Recreation Departments • Retirement Committee’s • Senior Centers • State/Local/Aging Departments

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For more information on National Senior Health & Fitness Day, visit the following link: http://www.fitnessday.com/senior/

5) Find My iPhone

This app helps users find their phone while protecting personal data and information if lost or stolen.

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6) WebMD

This app is best used to maintain a healthy lifestyle. It provides relevant and physician-reviewed health content and can be an interactive health tool to track exercise and eating goals.

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7) Lumosity

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Simple, Free test could help prevent leading cause of death

The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association (AHA/ASA) wants people to check their blood pressure by May 17, World Hypertension Day, as part of their #CheckIt high blood pressure awareness campaign. May is National High Blood Pressure Education Month and American Stroke Month, and the AHA/ASA is joining other health organizations to reach 25 million blood pressure checks globally (5 million in the U.S.). Participants are encouraged to log their blood pressure check and learn about high blood pressure online.

According to the American Heart Association, high blood pressure is usually preventable with simple steps, yet it kills more people worldwide than any other condition.

One in three American adults has high blood pressure, which is a reading of 140/90 millimeters of mercury or higher. Uncontrolled, it can cause heart attack, stroke, heart failure, kidney disease, vision loss and dementia. But controlling high blood pressure could reduce deaths from heart disease and stroke by 30 percent in men and 38 percent in women, according to the AHA. Taking control starts with a simple action — getting your blood

pressure checked.

“Few severe health conditions are ignored as much as high blood pressure. It’s like having too much pressure in a pipe. It damages the pipe, but you often don’t see a problem until the pipe bursts or becomes clogged,” said Willie Lawrence, M.D., an interventional cardiologist for Midwest Heart & Vascular Specialists in Kansas City and an American Heart Association volunteer. “It is a symptomless disease, so the best way to combat it is to check it regularly to know if you need to start or change treatment.”

Community groups, clinics, and workplaces can hold blood pressure checks for large groups through programs like the American Heart Association’s Check.

Change. Control. Participants in this free, science-based program have seen an average drop in systolic blood pressure of 7 millimeters of mercury (mmHg), and one-third improved their level of blood pressure control.

Such programs can be particularly important for those known to face higher risks.

Nearly half of African-Americans have high blood pressure, dramatically increasing their chance of stroke. And blacks, along with His-

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Healthcare providers may prescribe medication in addition to lifestyle changes — like limiting salt and alcohol, getting regular physical activity and maintaining a healthy weight.

“It may take a few tries to find the right medicine, or combination of medicines, to fit your needs,” Lawrence said. “It’s important that you keep an open dialogue with your provider, and use tools like connected devices, mobile apps or web-based tracking programs to help gather the data you need about your condition and share it with your doctor.”

For more information visit heart.org/hbp. Free resources for American Stroke Month are available online at http://strokeassociation.org/strokemonth.

About the American Heart Association The American Heart Association is devoted to saving people from heart disease and stroke – the two leading causes of death in the world. We team with millions of volunteers to fund innovative research, fight for stronger public health policies, and provide lifesaving tools and information to prevent and treat these diseases. The Dallas-based association is the nation’s oldest and largest voluntary organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke. To learn more or to get involved, call 1-800-AHA-USA1, visit heart.org or call any of our offices around the country. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

Zika is still a threat to pregnant women, CDC warns About one in 10 women infected with the Zika virus who gave birth in 2016 had babies with Zika-related defects, according to the latest US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report.

The CDC concluded there is a significant chance that babies exposed to this virus will be adversely impacted with brain abnormalities or other health issues. Education and vigilance may help women avoid getting the Zika virus, the CDC said.

The Zika virus exploded into worldwide consciousness after stunning images of Brazilian babies with microcephaly (a smaller-than-usual head) – the result of an outbreak – emerged ahead of the Rio Olympics. It sparked travel fears, which promptly jumped to the United States when pockets of Zika-infected mosquitos were discovered in parts of Miami.

Travelers should not be the only ones concerned. A warmer than usual winter could mean more mosquitoes in Texas and Florida this summer – two states on the front lines of Zika – and more opportunity for the virus to spread.

“All pregnant women should be educated about how to avoid Zika virus exposure during prenatal visits,” said James Ducey, MD, director of maternal-fetal medicine at Staten Island University Hospital (SIUH). “All women admitted for delivery should be screened for Zika exposure. All newborns of Zika-infected mothers should be screened with careful physical exam and brain imaging as indicated.”

Mosquito bites should be avoided at all cost. The repellents DEET for skin and permethrin for clothes and all other external wear are safe and effective during pregnancy, advised Sunil Sood, MD, chief of pediatrics at Southside Hospital and an infectious disease specialist. He adds that traveling to many countries in the western hemisphere is not recommended for pregnant women.

The CDC surveyed 250 pregnant women in 2016 diagnosed with Zika and found that 24 of them had babies with birth defects. Microcephaly, vision issues and hearing loss are only some of the abnormalities.

There were 859 cases of Zika virus in New York State in 2016, 629 of which were in New York City. All were travel-related.

The CDC has issued similar warnings this year, Dr. Sood said.

Screening and education are critical for all pregnant women. After all, many people infected with Zika do not exhibit symptoms. The virus can be transmitted through sexual contact. Zika symptoms include fever, rash, headache, muscle pain and red eyes.

Manhasset-based North Shore University Hospital’s Center for Maternal Fetal Medicine opened a Zika in Pregnancy program in March of last year. Northwell Health also began screening all of its blood donations for the Zika virus as of September 2016.

There isn’t yet a treatment or vaccine for the Zika virus.

The CDC recommends rest to help manage the symptoms.

For more information, please visit Northwell.edu.

Council of Leagues presents check to Mercy Medical Center

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Mercy Medical Center Council of Leagues Treasurer Doreen Baldwin (second from left) presents check to Mercy’s Chief Nursing Officer and Vice President of Patient Care Services Beth Vlahavas, RN (second from right) while the Council’s President, Barbara Cheslock (center), Vice President Kathleen Fee (far right) and League Liaison Jeannie Jaeger (far left) look on.

At its February meeting, the Mercy Medical Center Council of Leagues presented a check to the hospital representing the proceeds raised from the Council’s annual Tree of Lights Celebration.

“Thanks to the efforts of the Leagues and the overwhelming support of the community, we are proud to make this donation to purchase supplies and equipment that will enhance the care provided to Mercy’s patients,” said Council of Leagues President Barbara Cheslock.

The Council of Leagues is an all-volunteer group of more than 2,000 members representing the various communities Mercy serves, including Rockville Centre, Bellmore/North Bellmore, East Meadow, Floral Park, Garden City, Hempstead, Glen Cove, Hicksville, Syosset, Westbury and more.

Mrs. Cheslock explained that the Leagues raise significant funds for Mercy each year through the local fundraising efforts of the in-

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CHS presents Living the Mission Award to East Rockaway Resident

Catholic Health Services (CHS) presented its Living the Mission Award to Arlene Vargas for exemplifying the CHS mission values of respect, justice, integrity and excellence. Nominated for her outstanding qualities, Vargas was recently honored at CHS’s Rockville Centre office.

“Arlene’s integrity is impeccable, and her high values and work ethic are evident every day,” commented a colleague. “She makes you feel good about yourself because you are able to learn from her vast of knowledge,” said another.

Vargas joined CHS in 2001 as a senior accountant and was promoted to assistant director for the Financial Reporting Department’s Close Process in 2014. Previously, she was a staff accountant for

Northern Leasing Systems in New York City. The long-time East Rockaway resident is a member of the Sodality of Our Lady at St. Raymond of Penyafort Church.

In addition, she is deeply involved in the parish’s Proyecto Don Bosco, which serves the people of Santa Lucia Utatlan, Guatemala, where Vargas has traveled on two mission trips. This initiative sponsors more than 200 students and their families, helping children in that remote location achieve an education. The program, which also assists in obtaining equipment for Santa Lucia’s sole clinic and provides medications for those in need, has been supported by the CHS Caregivers Fund.

For more information about CHS, call 1 (855) CHS-4500 or visit www.chsli.org.

dividual groups. Events include monthly luncheons, fashion shows, theatre parties, trips, auctions and raffles, along with support of the major projects for which they join together in the Council of Leagues.

Council Treasurer Doreen Baldwin noted that the Leagues raised more than $135,000 in 2016, with proceeds going directly toward the fulfillment of pledges to the medical center for specific equipment or services. Upcoming campaigns include a 50/50 raffle and the annual Memorial Flag Celebration. For a small donation, memorial flags personalized with the name of a loved one will be placed on Mercy’s lawn from Armed Forces Day through Flag Day. The Leagues are actively seeking prospective members who are interested in donating their time to raising funds for Mercy while expanding their social horizons. For information, contact the Leagues office at (516) 705-1393.

Mount Sinai ranked No. 1 on the 2017 DiversityInc Hospitals and Health Systems List

In recognition of its comprehensive efforts aimed at ensuring a diverse workforce and leadership, the Mount Sinai Health System was ranked No. 1 on DiversityInc’s Top Hospitals and Health Systems list for 2017.

“We are very pleased that DiversityInc has ranked the Mount Sinai Health System as the top health care company for diversity in the nation,” said Gary Butts, MD, Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer for the Mount Sinai Health System and Dean for Diversity Programs, Policy, and Community Affairs at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. “We are proud that our leadership efforts continue to be recognized and that the value and positive social impact of a diverse, inclusive, and culturally competent workforce is once again being commended. It is imperative that we continue identifying the best ways to serve the needs of our vastly diverse patient populations.”

The DiversityInc Top 50 list, issued yearly since 2001, recognizes the nation’s top companies for diversity and inclusion management. These companies excel in such areas as hiring, retaining and promoting women, minorities, people with disabilities, people who are LGBT, and veterans.

The 2017 Top 50 Companies for Diversity results will be featured on DiversityInc.com and in DiversityInc magazine.

“There are simply not enough qualified people to hire. A company’s ability to find the best and brightest, and advance and retain them equitably is a decisive competitive advantage,” notes Luke Visconti, founder and CEO of DiversityInc. “The DiversityInc Top 50 have a decisive metrics-evidenced ability to treat people more fairly than other large companies. They also have a greaterthan-average return for their shareholders.”

Please visit http://www.mountsinai.org/.

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CHS’s President and CEO Alan D. Guerci, MD (left), presented the Living the Mission Award to East Rockaway resident Arlene Vargas (right).

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EDUCATION

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Demand for healthcare managers with business skills has never been greater. Responding to this need, Long Island University has launched a new Healthcare Sector Management program, offering two graduate study options in the field of healthcare administration.

After completing your advanced certificate or your M.B.A. at the University’s Hudson Graduate Center at Westchester, you will be prepared to advance in middle and upper management positions in the healthcare industry.

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Students in the M.B.A. program follow the standard 48-credit curriculum, normally completed by part-time students over a 24-month period, with a focus on leadership in healthcare organizations.

The Healthcare Sector Management Program will be offered at Long Island University’s Hudson Graduate Center at Westchester, located on the grounds of Purchase College, 735 Anderson Hill Rd., Purchase, N.Y. Courses are offered on weekday evenings and on Saturdays.

“The healthcare management field is one of the few sectors of our economy we know will continue to grow significantly over the next five years,” according to Dr. Kevin Nash, director of the M.B.A. Healthcare Sector Management program.

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Phelps 14th Annual Golf Classic to be held June 5 At Sleepy Hollow Country Club

The 14th Annual Phelps Golf Classic will be held Monday, June 5 at Sleepy Hollow Country Club on Route 9 in Scarborough, one of the most picturesque country clubs in America. This year’s co-chairs are Bill and Ellen Melvin of Scarborough and Dr. John and Allison Robbins of Sleepy Hollow. Last year’s Classic netted over $60,000, with 90 golfers.

The cost per golfer is $800, which includes green fees and cart, buffet lunch, refreshments, cocktail and buffet reception, gifts and prizes. Proceeds from the event will be dedicated to facility improvements at Phelps to enhance patient comfort 5 and care.

Registration begins at 11:00 am, followed by lunch, with a shotgun golf start at 12:30 pm.

Cocktail reception and buffet open at 5:30 pm.

Sponsorships are available for this popular event, and each sponsorship includes one foursome.

For more information about sponsorship opportunities or to register to play, contact Marissa Coratti at 914-366-3104 or mcoratti@northwell.edu. Sponsorships and tickets may also be purchased online at https://phelpsevents.org.

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