ECHO - Aug 2019

ECHO

August 2019 Vol. 21 Issue 8

STORIES AND NEWS FROM THE HSS FAMILY

HSS Receives No. 1 Ranking by U.S. News & World Report for 10th Consecutive Year

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HSS Sports Medicine Institute Expands to NYC West Side n August 5, HSS opened the expansion

been ranked the No. 1 hospital in the nation

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for orthopedics by U.S. News & World Report

provide comprehensive care in an environment

of our Sports Medicine Institute on the

or the tenth consecutive year, HSS has

west side of Manhattan. Located at

600-610 West 58th Street, the new facility will

in their “Best Hospitals 2019-2020” survey. HSS

designed for athletes of all levels. The 66,000

was also recognized as a leader in the field of

square-foot facility features physician offices, exam

rheumatology, maintaining the No. 3 ranking in the

rooms, diagnostic imaging, outpatient operating

country. This is the 28th consecutive year we have

rooms, physical therapy, sports performance and a

been among the top-rated hospitals nationally.

rehabilitation center.

This announcement follows the recent rankings

The opening of this state-of-the-art facility will add to

in pediatric orthopedics where HSS ranked highest

the geographic footprint of the HSS Sports Medicine

in the New York metro area.

“HSS has been focused on advancing orthopedics for 156 years, and we take great pride in all evidence of the results of that, including this milestone recognition,” said Lou Shapiro, President and CEO. “Most important is that hundreds of thousands of lives have been improved and countless injuries

For the 2019-2020 rankings, U.S. News evaluated more than 4,500 medical centers nationwide in 25 specialties, procedures and conditions. In the 16 specialty areas, 165 hospitals were ranked in

whether it’s for non-operative treatment or for a

and collaboration of HSS physicians, scientists, engineers, innovators and specialists in dozens of

MD, Surgeon-in-Chief and Medical Director. “HSS

supporting functions.”

has unmatched experience in orthopedics and

make better informed decisions about healthcare quality and value,” added Lou.

Long Island, as well as future locations at Hudson Yards, in Brooklyn and in West Palm Beach, Florida.

“Choosing a medical provider is a major decision complex surgical procedure,” said Bryan T. Kelly,

substantial information that helps consumers to

locations in Paramus, Stamford, Westchester and

at least one specialty.

prevented through the extraordinary dedication

“We also applaud U.S. News’ dedication to providing

Institute that includes the main campus and regional

performs more hip surgeries and knee replacements than any other hospital in the nation. Procedures that are considered rare elsewhere are routine here, enabling our clinical staff to provide specialized care to each patient.”

We are also proud to serve as a leader in rheumatology, consistently helping to advance

“

The recently expanded HSS Sports Medicine Institute opened at 600-610 West 58th Street.

the field through patient care and research.

Most important is that

hundreds of thousands of lives have been improved and countless injuries prevented through the extraordinary dedication and collaboration of HSS

physicians, scientists, engineers, innovators and specialists in dozens of supporting functions.”

– Lou Shapiro, President and CEO

“Rheumatologists have the opportunity to make an extraordinary impact on the lives of their patients with autoimmune diseases,” said Mary K. Crow, MD, Physician-in-Chief and Chief of the Division of

“We are adding this new location to continue to advance the care for active, health-conscious individuals by providing best-in-class musculoskeletal care,” said Lou Shapiro, President and CEO.

Rheumatology. “At HSS, we are dedicated to

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advancing research in the field to identify the triggers and mechanisms of the conditions in order to provide the most personalized care leading to optimal patient outcomes.”

Inside

This incredible distinction would not be possible without each member of the HSS family. Our successes are a direct reflection of those who make up the organization, so thank you all for the hard work and dedication you bring to HSS and our patients daily.

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Office of Medical Leadership

DAISY Award Winners

HSS Sports Medicine Institute Expands CONTINUED FROM COVER “This opening signifies a new point of growth, not

diagnosis and treatment,” said David W. Altchek, MD,

James B. Carr II, MD; Struan H. Coleman, MD, PhD;

only for HSS overall but also for the HSS Sports

Attending Orthopedic Surgeon and Co-Chief Emeritus

Joshua S. Dines, MD; Benedict Nwachukwu, MD,

Medicine Institute as we continue to reach our

of the Sports Medicine & Shoulder Service. “From

MBA; Riley J. Williams III, MD; Sameer Dixit, MD;

patients in new places and in innovative ways,” said

initial diagnosis through every step in their treatment

and Kathryn D. McElheny, MD.

Andrew Pearle, MD, who in July became Chief of the

and recovery, the same level of attention will be given

“This new location for HSS and our Sports Medicine

HSS Sports Medicine Institute.

to all levels of athletes.”

Institute will expand our ability to treat local and

Patients will have the opportunity to not only visit

HSS sports medicine surgeons and physicians

travelling patients in New York City, and help

with physicians, but to receive the full spectrum of

who will care for patients at the new facility include

continue to set new standards for sports medicine

care at this new location. The HSS Sports Medicine

Answorth A. Allen, MD; David W. Altchek, MD;

care,” added Lou.

Institute West Side will feature all imaging modalities in one place, including MRI, CT, X-ray and ultrasoundguided interventional procedures performed by a radiologist and imaging technologists onsite. The HSS West Side ASC will offer the highest quality outpatient surgery options for patients.

In addition, the sports rehabilitation and performance center will feature robust performance testing including motion capture, a golf simulator, force plates, multipurpose sports turf and sports nutrition consultations. There will also be an equipment zone including cardio, strength training and aerobic machines, as well as hydrotherapy and recovery rooms.

“Athletes and active people pose unique challenges, and our team of outstanding physicians work intimately with top physiotherapists, performance trainers, nurses and nutritionists to provide seamless

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Sports Rehabilitation and Performance Center

Welcome Area

Lobby Cafe

PACU

Hydrotherapy Pool

PHOTOGRAPHY OF HSS SPORTS MEDICINE INSTITUTE © ANDREW RUGGE. COURTESY PERKINS EASTMAN

Anna Larkin Recognized as Nurse Hero at Mets Nursing Night Out

Making Rounds News & Insights from Lou Shapiro, President and CEO

n July 27,

and suggestions to improve work/life balance, as

Access “Making Rounds” at www.hssmakingrounds.com

the New York

well as quick, healthy recipes for busy nurses. Not

to read the below posts and more. I look forward to

Mets and

only did Anna share the pamphlet with her peers,

your comments.

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– Lou Shapiro

Nurse.org recognized

she also presented it during Nurses Week at the

excellence in nursing by

Night Shift Breakfast. It was a big hit! In fact, many of

• The Future is Here

honoring 10 nurses in a

her peers began bringing healthy meals from home

• An Inspiring Moment

pregame ceremony at

for themselves and to share with others.

• Invitation to Reflect

Citi Field. Included in

Anna’s nominator for the Nurse Hero recognition

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this recognition was

praised her for, “thinking not only about her own

Anna Larkin, RN, CN I.

well-being but also, the well-being of her peers.”

Anna not only provides excellent care to her patients, but also looks

Anna Larkin at Citi Field prior to the Nurse Night event

“I want to thank my manager Keesha Holmes for recognizing me and nominating me for this award!” said Anna. “My HSS colleague Kyla Lafond and

out for the wellbeing

I created the pamphlet during our HSS Residency

of her colleagues. As a night shift nurse, Anna

Program when we were new grads working the

noticed that she and her peers were lacking self-

night shift. We both have an interest in research

care, and most were struggling with insufficient

and created a simple evidenced-based booklet

exercise, poor eating habits, sleep deprivation

to help anyone adapt better to the night shift as well

and a limited social life. She identified that such

as encourage more nurses to engage in research. It

habits could lead to obesity, anxiety and put many

was wonderful meeting the other nurse heroes and

at risk for cardiovascular, gastrointestinal and

Compliance Helpline Reminder The Compliance Helpline is a service for employees who wish to anonymously or confidentially report suspected violations of the Hospital for Special Surgery’s Code of Conduct, officially stated policies or relevant public laws and regulations. This includes concerns about patient safety.

The Helpline does not replace other resources available to you, including supervisors, managers and Human Resources staff, but it is an alternative channel available to you 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. It is operated on our behalf by National Helpline Services, Inc., an independent firm.

being recognized alongside them at the Mets game

The Compliance Helpline number is 888-651-6234.

metabolic disease.

at Citi Field. Thank you again for this honor.”

Anna took action and created the Night Shift

Congratulations, Anna, on this outstanding

Wellness Pamphlet: Tips and Tricks to Beat Your

achievement!

All information will be kept confidential unless the law requires it to be shared with law enforcement authorities.

Hospital for Special Surgery policy forbids any retribution or retaliation against an employee who reports a compliance issue in good faith.

Biological Clock. Her pamphlet included helpful tips

If you have any questions or concerns, contact the Corporate Compliance office directly at x774-2398.

New Medical Staff Jason L. Blevins, MD Jason L. Blevins, MD, is an Assistant Attending Orthopedic Surgeon at HSS specializing in hip and knee musculoskeletal care, including primary hip and knee replacement, partial knee replacement, revision hip and knee replacement and hip resurfacing.

After completing his orthopedic surgical residency at HSS/Weill Cornell Medical Center – New York Presbyterian Hospital, Dr. Blevins began his advanced training and completed an Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement fellowship at HSS. He served as the Chief Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement Fellow with mentorship from leaders in the field and was awarded the Clinical Excellence Award.

Dr. Blevins is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS) and the American College of Surgeons. His academic interests include clinical outcomes after primary and revision hip and knee replacement and medical education. He is currently investigating the outcomes of hip and knee replacement in young patients. He has an interest in the use of computer navigation and robotic technology to improve outcomes in complex primary and revision arthroplasty cases.

Yoshihiro Katsuura, MD Yoshihiro Katsuura, MD, is an Assistant Attending Orthopedic Surgeon at HSS specializing in complex adult and pediatric spine care.

After completing his undergraduate studies at the University of California at Berkeley, Dr. Katsuura attended medical school at the Royal College of Surgeons in Dublin, graduating with honors. He then underwent an orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Tennessee College of Medicine at Chattanooga where he served as chief resident. Dr. Katsuura later pursued a fellowship in spine surgery at HSS and Weill Cornell Medical College during which he focused on deformity, revision and minimally invasive surgery, as well as spine oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

Dr. Katsuura believes in using surgery only when necessary, maximizing the use of minimally invasive techniques, and is committed to serving the community and advancing spine care through innovation and research.

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Newly Founded Office of Medical Leadership to Further Advance HSS or the first time ever at HSS, an Office of

the past five years, strengthening its position as the

Medical Leadership has been created under the

leading service of its kind in the nation.

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direction of newly appointed Surgeon-in-Chief,

In addition, my clinical practice focuses on hip injuries

Bryan T. Kelly, MD. The new structure will ensure the

in athletes and sports medicine. I also am the Head

highest standards of quality in patient care, teaching,

Team Doctor and Medical Director for the NY Rangers.

research and innovation. Douglas E. Padgett, MD, joined the Office of Medical Leadership as the first

Q: What does being SIC mean to you?

Associate Surgeon-in-Chief and Deputy Medical

A: HSS has an amazing legacy of providing innovative

Director. Dr. Padgett has served as chief of the Adult

and specialized care to patients. I am privileged to have

Reconstruction and Joint Replacement Service

been at this institution for 23 years; I feel like it’s the

(ARJR) since 2008.

place I was born and raised as an orthopedic surgeon.

Dr. Douglas Padgett and Dr. Bryan Kelly make up the new Office of Medical Leadership at HSS.

“Formation of the HSS Office of Medical Leadership,

As the healthcare industry advances, HSS must

Quality initiatives will be led by Dr. Padgett, who will

and Dr. Padgett’s appointment to join Dr. Kelly there,

continue to be at the forefront of all we do to ensure

seek novel ways to improve the care of individual

is the culmination of careful planning to equip HSS

the absolute best patient care. We have an incredible

patients and create a more robust structure for

to further advance quality, value and impact,” said

group of people to aid in helping us maintain our

M&M conferences and Ground Rounds. He will be

Lou Shapiro, President and CEO.

position of leadership. Becoming SIC is an

supporting physicians with actionable data about

opportunity for me, alongside the HSS family, to be

the quality of their care and work closely with the

part of building a stronger system. I am incredibly

medical directors at the various HSS locations to

honored and immensely excited about this role and

ensure that every facility functions as an extension

working with each of you.

of the main campus.

also identify and support emerging initiatives that

Q: What are the top priorities you plan to focus

We are much stronger when we face challenges

advance injury prevention, non-surgical care and the

on as SIC?

together. I look forward to focusing on these priorities

reliability and efficiency of surgery when necessary.

A: We have six core principles that will serve as the

to continue providing exceptional care to the patients

“HSS is at the forefront of driving high quality patient

foundation for the mission of HSS: clinical excellence,

we serve and creating an environment for the HSS

care and outstanding surgical outcomes primarily

academic and research productivity, education and

family that is collaborative, innovative and safe.

because of the unparalleled expertise, insight

training, leadership growth, innovation and global

Q: Tell us about the Office of Medical Leadership.

and experience of its medical staff,” said Dr. Kelly.

impact. If we focus on these six core principles,

Why did you feel it was important to make this

“Dr. Padgett’s extensive experience and proven

we will maintain our leadership position within

structural change?

leadership will be valuable assets in this newly

orthopedics and they will allow us to carefully and

A: HSS is rapidly expanding every day. If you look

established role. I look forward to working with

strategically expand without compromising our

at any metrics this institution has you will see the

him closely to help advance our leadership.”

primary mission. The top three priorities for the

significant growth that we have had over the past

remainder of 2019 will be to focus on physician

Get to Know Your New Surgeon-in-Chief

15-20 years. With locations opening across the

wellness, collaborative leadership through effective

tristate area and soon in Florida, the new Office of

Dr. Kelly recently sat down for a Q&A session

communication and quality initiatives.

Medical Leadership reflects this rapid growth. I don’t

to discuss his outlook and vision as the new

One major challenge the field of medicine is facing

believe a single person in this role made sense and

Surgeon-in-Chief.

today is burnout. The work we do is incredibly stress-

saw an opportunity to have a robust leadership

Q: Tell us a little bit about your experience at HSS

ful; I believe it is crucial that medical leadership pro-

structure that involves both clinical and non-clinical

prior to becoming Surgeon-in-Chief (SIC).

vides enhanced support, such as expanded wellness

roles. As part of this effort, Dr. Padgett will focus his

A: Before being appointed to SIC, I completed my resi-

offerings tailored to the unique needs of physicians.

efforts on regional expansion and quality. The Office

dency at HSS in 2001, as well as a two-year fellowship

As the second priority, collaborative leadership

of Medical Leadership will now allow us to drive

specializing in sports medicine and shoulder surgery.

through effective communication will be key. We

forward key organization-wide initiatives while

I then spent a year in Pittsburgh where I completed a

must work together within leadership councils as well

staying involved in clinical care.

fellowship in hip sports injuries and arthroscopy at

as multidisciplinary exchanges across the different

With the creation of this new office, we are well

the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Center

service lines and departments. I want every voice of

positioned to maintain our global leadership in

for Sports Medicine. Most recently, I have served as

the medical staff to be heard, and I want to involve as

musculoskeletal health and to raise the already

the Chief of the HSS Sports and Shoulder Service for

many individuals as we can in leadership roles.

high bar across all aspects of the field.

Together, Drs. Kelly and Padgett will work to further patient care, education, research and innovation and ensure compliance, quality control measures and standards are upheld as HSS expands. They will

Employee of the Month August 2019 – Vladmir Tarnopolskiy Congratulations to Vladmir on being named Employee of the Month for August! As a certified CN I on 7 East, Vladmir continually strives to ensure his patients receive the best care.

Described by his peers as a strong team player who is respected by all, Vladmir is a shining example of how to be an exceptional nurse. He is always willing to assist someone in need and goes the extra mile to do so with a smile. As a loyal member of the HSS family since 2009, any task presented to Vladmir is completed with the highest level of professionalism.

Vladmir is mindful of the care he gives his patients and is respectful of his coworkers. He is extra attentive, always making sure patients are cared for and that their loved ones have what they need as well. He is hardworking, reliable and a tremendous asset to the HSS family.

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HSS Sports Safety Program Promotes Healthy Lifestyle for Campers During National Youth Sports Week he HSS Sports Safety Program recently

one-of-a-kind sporting and social experience,” said

Mariam Mina, were on hand to teach campers how

partnered with the Randall’s Island Park

Alex Egan, Chief Development Officer for the

to perform sports skills with proper technique to

Alliance, New York Road Runners, Play Rugby

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Randall’s Island Park Alliance.

reduce the risk of injury. In addition, Aija Paegle,

USA, Rugby United New York and DiscNY to deliver

More than 300 campers were introduced to rugby,

Advanced Clinician, introduced the campers to yoga

an exciting multi-sport experience during National

competitive running and ultimate frisbee during

and Pilates.

Youth Sports Week. The goal for the week was to

educational sessions conducted by representatives

“Partnering with Alex Egan from the Randall’s Island

promote the health benefits associated with

from each organization. As part of the two-day

Park Alliance and each of the sports organizations

participating in a variety of sports for young campers

event, Sports Safety Program Senior Coordinator

was a great experience for our team and ultimately

and their families.

AJ Pegno, Program Manager James Russomano,

for hundreds of children,” said AJ. “Watching the

“Randall’s Island Park Alliance is thrilled to partner

Program Assistant Michal Ozga, and program

campers have fun learning about new sports and

with Hospital for Special Surgery on providing this

interns Hank vander Goes, Robert Milano and

activities was very rewarding!”

Lupus Patients Gather for Second Annual Guys Night Out uring our Second Annual Guys Night Out

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The Charla Program recently completed a national

this special event for young males with lupus to

event, the Charla de Lupus(Lupus Chat)®

needs assessment to help guide the creation of more

connect with each other, dispel stigma about lupus

Program treated male lupus patients to an

tailored support and education programming that

just being a woman’s disease, momentarily forget

evening of bowling at Lucky Strike in Manhattan.

best meets the needs of males with lupus. Patients

about their illness, build confidence and have space

The event aimed to create a space for males with

with lupus experience an array of symptoms that can

to discuss their shared experiences and concerns.”

lupus to connect with one another to foster male

be challenging to cope with. Males with lupus often

Thank you to all HSS family members who

empowerment and bonding in an effort to help better

feel further isolation due to its prevalence primarily

volunteered and served as inspiring role models for

manage and cope with their illness.

among women. Feedback from previous events

our male lupus patients!

Members of the HSS family served as positive role

demonstrated the importance of providing more

models and engaged the participants in meaningful

male-friendly services to better support male patients

conversation while enjoying bowling. The event not

coping with what is often thought of as a “woman’s

only provided an evening of fun for our patients, but

disease” so they feel part of a larger community. This

also helped to boost their self-esteem and gave them

event was just one step we are taking to help male

the opportunity to meet other young patients going

lupus patients better cope with the disease.

through a similar experience.

“Lupus disproportionally affects women nine times

Throughout the night, the participants stated that they

more than men; however, male lupus patient can

were happy to get to know other males with lupus and

experience more severe health outcomes” said

they would like to go to other events like this to bond

Priscilla Toral, LupusLine/Charla de Lupus Program

and talk more about shared experiences with lupus.

Manager. “The Charla Program was excited to offer

Male patients with lupus gathered for the annual Guys Night Out event.

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DAISY Award Winners July 2019 Lidia Tskhay, RN, BSN, ONC Lidia Tskhay, RN, BSN, ONC, is a charge nurse on 7 East. She orchestrates the smooth and caring flow of patients through the unit, troubleshooting any problems that arise. An incredibly effective leader, Lidia often predicts both nurse and patient needs before they occur. She is fair and pragmatic, immensely professional and always patient focused.

Lidia cares deeply about what is best for the patient and is their strongest advocate when they need something. Her capacity to lead makes every patient’s experience better, whether they know it or not.

Lidia is an inspiration to work with and very deserving of this award.

Congratulations!

August 2019 Luzviminda (Beng) Angoluan, BSN, RN-BC Luzviminda (Beng) Angoluan, BSN, RN-BC, is a nurse in presurgical screening whose attentive qualities and skillful care has not only garnered recognition from the physicians and colleagues she works alongside, but has proven to aid in positive patient outcomes. While caring for a patient who presented with seemingly routine symptoms, Beng closely listened to the patient’s story and realized the symptoms were a sign of something more life threatening.

Her astuteness while delivering exceptional patient care is one of the many extraordinary qualities Beng brings to HSS. She takes the time to listen closely to her patients’ stories and connect the dots from symptoms and labs to appropriate diagnosis and treatment.

Great job, Beng! We are proud to have you as part of the HSS family.

August 2019 Kaitlyn Schneider, MSN, RN, CNOR Kaitlyn Schneider, MSN, RN, CNOR, epitomizes compassionate care for patients in every interaction she has. For more than five years, Dr. Andrew Sama has considered her to be an integral part of his surgical team, noting “it would be impossible to imagine my team without her.”

Kaitlyn comes to work with patient safety and compassion as the basis for her daily interactions, is diligent and vigilant with a warm heart, and is always eager to learn and educate others. Kaitlyn works hard to ensure the safety, sterility and adherence to protocol for each surgical case, procedure and patient interaction. She goes above and beyond in her work and is truly a remarkable nurse who we are all privileged to work with.

Congratulations on a great honor, Kaitlyn!

To nominate a nurse for a DAISY Award, visit www.daisynomination.org/HSS, scan the QR code seen here or stop by a nurse’s station for a paper form.

If you have any questions regarding The DAISY Award, please email DAISYaward@hss.edu.

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New York Liberty Players Spread Joy to Some of Our Youngest Patients

Back in the Game SS’s online patient forum – Back in the Game

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– now has more than 2,400 patient stories!

n July 30, New York Liberty players Brittany

the players brought smiles to the faces of some of

Boyd, Han Xu and Marine Johannes visited

our youngest patients. We can’t thank the players

pediatric patients at the HSS Lerner

enough for providing such joy to our patients and

one of the stories that highlights the extraordinary

their families!

care members of the HSS family provide.

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Children’s Pavilion. From talking basketball to offering inspirational words of encouragement,

The postings share how HSS helped patients

get “back in the game.” Every month we will include

Read how HSS helped Stefan Laporte of Delray Beach, FL get back in the game.

I was a former professional tennis player. I played for Clemson University and used my dual citizen status to play on the Dutch Davis Cup squad.

I also played soccer left footed and played basketball and developed numerous ankle sprains throughout the years. I have been the Director of Tennis at numerous private Clubs on the East Coast and currently the Director of Tennis at the Maidstone Club in East Hampton, NY. Three years ago, my left ankle started to hurt, and I could not sleep peacefully at night. I tried PT, cortisone shots, PRP therapy and numerous braces that just did not relieve the pain. Last year, I decided to come to HSS because of friends’ recommendations.

From the moment I met Constantine A. Demetracopouls, MD, I knew he was my surgeon for this ankle replacement. His knowledge, friendly manner and description of what happened and what needed to be done was very reassuring.

I scheduled the surgery for April 4th (2018) and the procedure lasted for 3 hours with everything precisely on time with no complications. It was so easy. I stayed 2 nights at HSS and rented a room nearby at a residence hotel for a month for my recovery since flying home to Florida was out of the question due to the possibility of blood clots.

My only complication was that my incision took longer to heal than expected as I had to stay an extra week but the care I was offered by Dr. D was exceptional. His office and staff are top notch and Dr. D’s skills are impressive beyond belief.

I did PT therapy 3 times a week and did all the exercises at home. I was back at work physically after 2 months (no cast or boot); teaching after 3 months; resumed indoor spinning classes back to my highest levels; and now just after 5 months, completed over 30,000 vertical feet hiking in Idaho in just over a two-week period. No pain or discomfort whatsoever. I still have numbness that will dissipate in the next 6 months, but I can sleep at night peacefully.

Thank you, Dr. D, for your care, courtesy, confidence and professionalism. I can even go through TSA checkpoints with no alarms going off. HSS has been an incredible experience that I highly recommend for anyone so that they can go back and enjoy sports again at a very high level.

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Milestones Public & Patient Education • Joseph Janosky, MS, PT, ATC, Sports Safety Program Director, presented a keynote lecture

co-authored a case report for “Orthopaedic

• Sabrina Cerciello, PT, DPT, was interviewed

Physical Therapy Practice.”

by Fox 5 News during a sailing trip sponsored by the Adaptive Sports Academy at HSS Lerner

• Happy Freedman, Bike Fitting Specialist,

titled “Musculoskeletal Health Preservation

presented at the Science & Cycling conference

for Young Athletes” at the 2019 International

in Brussels.

Congress of Preventive and Sports Medicine in Vilnius, Lithuania.

Rehabilitation • William Behrns, PT, DPT, OCS; Jay Mizuta, PT, DPT; Brian Jones, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS; John Castro, PT, DPT, MTC, OCS; and Erica Fritz Eannucci, PT, DPT, OCS, CMP, SFMA,

Children’s Pavilion.

• Luba Chernov, MSPT, MPA, OCS, CEES, SFMA,

• Dana Rose, PT, DPT, OCS, SFMA, was featured

presented “Secrets to a Happy, Pain Free Career

in a TODAY Show segment about neck and

as a Rehabilitation Therapist: Caring for Your

back pain.

Physical and Mental Wellbeing” at the HSS Rehab

• Bridget A. Assip, PT, DPT, PCS, was interviewed

Grand Rounds.

for a Newsday article about a surfing trip hosted by the Adaptive Sports Academy at HSS Lerner Children’s Pavilion and Surf For All, a LongBeach-based non-for-profit.

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HSS sports medicine surgeon Dr. Karen Sutton and sports medicine physician Dr. Jordan Metzl competed in the 2019 HSS Greenwich Cup Triathlon on July 28. Before the race, both physicians provided opening remarks to all participants. Our BIKE HSS team was also on hand providing information about the upcoming event on September 28.

Agnes G. Pablo, Jay Panchal, Breanne M. Patrizze, Ashley Pekmezian, Sabrina S. Persaud, Sridhar Pinnamaneni, Lesvia D. Plaza, Vladislav Rabiner, Aditya Raghunandan, Taylor J. Reif, Amber A. Reiley, Megan E. Reilly, Zack R.

Joint Commission Reporting

Riccardi, Carla Rivera, Gretchen Rosa, Brennan J. Rourke, Alex K. Saltzman, Marvin J. Sandoval, Ameya V. Save, Martin M. Schonk, Nicholas B. Schraut, Abhinav Sharma, Fei Shu, David A. Silva Iacobelli, Branden Sosa, Sherri Sosnick, Drew N. Stal, Bessie Stamm, Tracy J. Stemple, Julia A. Sternberg, Raul E. Suarez, Nadia Suero, Queenesia S. Thompson, Avani Vaishnav, Renju J. Vattasseril, Richard Vazquez, Evan E. Vellios, Chloe Verwiel, Christian Victoria, Sindi J. Vivar, Seth Williams, Michelle Worrell, Steven Zeng

Hospital for Special Surgery is committed to providing safe, quality care to all of its patients.

In the event you have a concern regarding the safety or quality of care provided by the Hospital or the Laboratory, you may report these concerns to the Joint Commission.

Please be assured that no retaliatory disciplinary action will be taken if an employee makes such a report. In addition, the Joint Commission has stated that your name will be treated as confidential information, and will not be shared with any other party.

You may file your report in the following ways: 1. By email:

Editorial Staff

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Editor-in-Chief:

Marisa DeFilipps

Managing Editor:

Stephanie Iannello

Editorial Committee:

Lisa Goldstein, Bruce Slawitsky, John Englehart

complaint@jointcommission.org

2. By fax:

Office of Quality Monitoring, 630-792-5636

3. By mail:

Office of Quality Monitoring The Joint Commission One Renaissance Boulevard Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181

For fax and mail reports, submissions must be on a Quality Incident Report Form available on the Joint Commission website at www.jointcommission.org.

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Executive Offices at x606-1236.