HSS at the 2016 TCS New York City Marathon SS was proud to support runners before,
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learn more about HSS’s relationship with the
during and after the 2016 TCS New York City
TCS New York City Marathon.
Marathon, which took place on November 6.
On the morning of the marathon, young runners
Prior to the race, the Running 201 educational
were invited to get the racing started at the NYRR
class series was offered at the Hospital. Led by
Youth Invitational. The Hospital identified four pedi-
HSS rehabilitation and performance professionals,
atric patients to join Team HSS, which was coached by
in conjunction with New York Road Runners (NYRR),
Brooklyn Nets’ Rondae Hollis-Jefferson. Lou Shapiro,
these free classes included tips on various training
president and CEO, was also on hand to hold the tape
topics. In addition, four classes were held at the
with Rondae as the children crossed the finish line.
marathon pavilion in Central Park during race week,
While the kids were racing in Manhattan, HSS
including strength training and yoga for runners.
rehabilitation and performance specialists led
For the first time ever, NYRR placed 26 “Smile
dynamic warm-up sessions for Team TCS and Team
patient story about a marathon runner whose injury
Markers” across New York City, allowing runners
United Airlines at the starting line in Staten Island.
was successfully treated by Beth Shubin Stein, M.D.
and spectators to unlock tips and facts about the
Following the race, HSS also hosted a recovery zone
HSS experts Martin O’Malley, M.D.; Marci Goolsby,
marathon through a social media campaign. The
for Team TCS at their post-race reception. Additionally,
M.D.; and Pam Geisel, MS, CSCS, were also featured
James M. Benson Sports Rehabilitation Center and
we hosted a Marathon Monday recovery zone the
in short segments providing marathon training tips
Tisch Sports Performance Center at HSS served as
day after the marathon, which saw more than 350
to viewers.
one of the official “Smile Markers” for the marathon,
runners come through.
Congratulations to all who contributed to helping the
with a large exclamation point marker in the window
Finally, HSS played a prominent role in ABC’s live TV
runners succeed in this year’s marathon, and to the
in the Belaire Courtyard for visitors to see and
coverage of the marathon with a segment featuring a
15 members of Team HSS who ran the race!
Jessica Podell, senior manager, Global Sports Marketing & Business Development, poses in front of the HSS “Smile Marker” in the Belaire Courtyard.
More than 350 runners stopped by the HSS recovery zone on Marathon Monday in Central Park.
Lou Shapiro and Brooklyn Nets’ Rondae Hollis-Jefferson pose with kids who ran in the NYRR Youth Invitational.
HSS experts were featured in segments on ABC during TV coverage of the marathon providing training tips to runners.
Employee of the Month Sue Xiao Zhen Yu, October 2016 Congratulations to Sue, Employee of the Month for October! Sue is a clinical nutritionist II in the Inpatient Nutrition Department who has been a member of the HSS family for 10 years. She is praised by her colleagues for her positive attitude and hard work. Sue constantly goes above and beyond what is required of her. She served as an Epic Super User and is also a member of the Nursing Community Education Committee. As part of that committee, Sue developed content for nutrition education programs and has led numerous sessions in the community at local senior centers. Her commitment to her job, community outreach and education is recognized and well-respected by her peers. Sue demonstrates what it means to be a team player, which makes her a true joy to work with.
Johnny Tam, November 2016 Congratulations to Johnny, Employee of the Month for November! Johnny is a physician assistant who has been a member of the HSS family since 2005. He is an extremely valued member of his team who always goes the extra mile for his patients and his colleagues. Johnny is a leader and a respected mentor for new team members and students. He is always willing to share his vast knowledge with those around him to make for a better overall patient experience. Johnny never backs down from any obstacles that comes his way, and his resilience and calm demeanor allow him to face new, unexpected challenges with grace and ease. Johnny’s experience, selfless nature and energetic persona make him an irreplaceable colleague and a truly deserving employee of the month.
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