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September 2017 Vol. 19 Issue 8
STORIES AND NEWS FROM THE HSS FAMILY
Dr. Albert Named President of Scoliosis Research Society
Ann Bienstock Honored for Embracing the Wholeness of Life
I
n early September, Todd. J. Albert, MD,
A
Surgeon-in-Chief and Medical Director, was
t HSS, we strive to treat our patients,
inducted as the 48th president of the Scoliosis
their caregivers and our colleagues with
Research Society (SRS) at their 52nd Annual
the utmost respect and kindness. We also
Meeting & Course in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
believe in recognizing those who demonstrate these
As a member of SRS since 1994, he previously
behaviors and more on a daily basis. For this reason,
served in leadership positions including the chair
one of the most important and prestigious recogni-
of the Program Committee and the International
Lou Shapiro and Sister Margaret Oettinger pose with Ann during the award ceremony.
Meeting of Advanced Spinal Techniques.
Occupational Health, was recently honored as the
of Life award at HSS and the qualities that make Ann
Founded in 1966 with only 37 members, the SRS
2017 recipient.
such a deserving recipient, and also presented Ann
is committed to research and education in the field
tions we give here is the Wholeness of Life award, and Ann Bienstock, ANP-BC, Nurse Practitioner,
The Wholeness of Life award is presented annually by HSS and HealthCare Chaplaincy Network to an individual who is recognized for his or her years of providing compassionate care for patients and the dedication to promoting a balance of physical, mental and spiritual well-being. During her more than 17 years as a member of the HSS family, Ann
with her award. “The Wholeness of Life award is the
of spinal deformities. It has since grown to become
highest honor any member of the HSS family can
an international society with more than 1,000
achieve. I can’t think of anyone better than Ann to
members, including leading spine surgeons,
carry the recognition here at HSS. She is someone
researchers, physician assistants and orthotists
who thinks of patients, visitors and colleagues in the
from across the world who are involved in the
Wholeness of Life.”
research and treatment of spinal deformities.
Following the award presentation, Stephanie
has gone out of her way to treat everyone she meets
Goldberg, RN, MSN, NEA-BC, Senior Vice President
with kindness and respect, providing a personalized
of Patient Care Services and Chief Nursing Officer,
holistic approach to healthcare. She is best known
took the stage to read the citation. “Working in
and loved by many for serving as the leader of our
Occupational Health at HSS for the past 17 years,
influenza vaccination campaign at HSS.
you have welcomed all of our new employees and
On September 7, a ceremony was held to recognize Ann as the 30th winner of the Wholeness of Life award at HSS. C. Ronald McKenzie, MD, Chairman of the Spiritual Care Committee, opened the ceremony
volunteers with joyful enthusiasm, making even the most nervous among them feel comfortable and at ease.” Eileen Finerty, MS, FNP, RN, AVP Chief Infection
with a welcome to all in attendance. Following,
Officer, Nursing Administration, then presented Ann
Sister Margaret Oettinger, Director, Pastoral Care,
with a name plate that will be added to a plaque in
led the crowd in an opening prayer. “She makes
the HSS chapel along with the names of previous
a difference and has a good time doing it,” Sister
Wholeness of Life award winners. “I am so proud of
Margaret said. “We are grateful for the blessing of
Ann today,” said Eileen. “She is so deserving of this.”
her enthusiasm and good cheer.”
Several of Ann’s longtime colleagues also shared
Lou Shapiro, President and CEO, then addressed the
some kind words with the crowd.
crowd to talk about the importance of the Wholeness
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“I’m truly honored to lead this organization that has been a driving force in the field of spinal deformity,” said Dr. Albert. “As we continue to evolve into a global society, I hope to further advance the research, education and training that is necessary to bring high quality care to every patient with a spinal deformity.” During his one-year term as president of the SRS, Dr. Albert will travel both nationally and internationally to lecture and teach fellow spine surgeons. He will also oversee administration and the organization’s major meetings. Congratulations Dr. Albert on this impressive honor!
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Fellow members of the Employee Activities Committee came to the event to celebrate Ann.
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