ECHO - November 2019

Stories and news from the HSS family November 2019 Vol. 21 Issue 10

Team HSS Walks to Support Lupus Research

Introducing the New HSS Visual Identity We are excited to launch a brand new look and feel for ECHO, which reflects the new visual identity that was introduced to the organization in early October. The new visual identity reflects an evolution in how we apply HSS branding, in words and graphics, to showcase the way HSS presents itself not only internally, but to the vast outside marketplace.

There is no secret that the HSS brand remains exceptionally strong on the outside. As the world’s leading academic medical center focused on musculoskeletal health, our unmatched experience in the field has paved the way for the growth and demand we see today. Because of this, we have strengthened our specialty and further committed ourselves to delivering exceptional quality of care by expanding our footprint physically and digitally. The HSS visual identity reflects this new chapter in our history.

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HSS is committed to improving the lives of patients with lupus through our world-class care, cutting-edge research, innovations, and education and support programs. Raising awareness for lupus research remains an extremely important cause to HSS. For this reason, we once again served as a sponsor for the Lupus Research Alliance (LRA) Walk with Us to Cure Lupus on Saturday, October 12, at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum.

Like previous years, the walk is aimed at helping to raise funds and awareness for lupus research, which is something that is in line with what we do here at HSS in our Department of Rheumatology. Through our participation in the event, HSS helps to showcase how we are leaders in this area, as well as our commitment to our lupus patients.

“The new HSS visual identity is one way we are supporting our broader mission,” said Lou Shapiro, President and CEO. “We all know that on the inside, HSS is represented by our thriving culture, which results in unmatched quality, outcomes and patient satisfaction. It’s important that what is visible on the outside matches this.”

As we journey together on our Strategic Roadmap, we must adapt to the evolution we are facing as an organization. Through our new visual look and feel, our goal is to express the HSS brand most effectively, efficiently and consistently. While the HSS logo remains the same monogram introduced in 2017, we are evolving other aspects of our visual identity in several ways:

One clear, consistent HSS logo A new system – Templafy – that integrates HSS branded templates into the PowerPoint and Word programs on your work computer and gives us all the same, but personalized, email signature A new way to apply HSS branding in service and location names and graphics, in all aspects of producing HSS-branded materials in print, digital or any other form A new graphic element consisting of a dynamic set of perspective shapes called The Edge that represents the HSS monogram square in motion, which you will see throughout this issue of ECHO and in communications across the organization

It is important to remember that, with this evolution, what remains at our core is unchanging. Our mission, vision and values – all of which are rooted in and stem from Hospital for Special Surgery – will always remain the same. The consistency that comes with the new visual identity will help to elevate our stature by ensuring we present ourselves as the experts that we are. The unified look and feel of our communications is one more way we are reinforcing our position as THE leader in musculoskeletal health.

More than 700 walkers, including HSS family members, patients, family and friends, joined team HSS to show their dedication to the cause. Lou Shapiro, President and CEO, was co-chair of the event for the sixth year in a row. continued on page 2

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HSS Implements Humanitarian Initiatives Program

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BIKE HSS: Riding for a Cause

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Advanced Leadership Program Graduation

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For more information, visit the HSS Brand Center on the intranet at intranet.hss.edu/brandcenter.

If you are involved with any aspect of producing HSS-branded materials in print, digital or any other form, please familiarize yourself with the new visual identity guidelines, which can be found on the page.

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Team HSS Walks to Support Lupus Research continued from page 1 “It’s incredible to see the commitment of the NYC community, specifically members of the HSS family at the Walk with Us to Cure Lupus,” said Lou. “At HSS, we remain leaders in our field by consistently researching for a cause. Through our ongoing efforts, we aim to improve the lives of patients with lupus and help them get back to what they need and love to do better than any other place in the world.”

To date, more than $15,000 has been raised by Team HSS through donations, raffle ticket sales and sponsorship of the walk. All the money raised goes directly to support lupus research programs through the LRA.

MakingRounds News & Insights from Lou Shapiro, President and CEO

Visit www.hssmakingrounds.com to read the below posts and more. I look forward to your comments.

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Recognizing Compassionate Care

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Helping People…Near AND FAR

Thank you to everyone who walked, donated and/or contributed to Walk with Us to Cure Lupus. Because of your generosity, the event was a tremendous success.

A special thank you to the following:

AJ Pegno, Gilbert Roman, Jillian Rose, Sandy Sackman, Margaret Smith, Melissa Somarriba, Laura Stiles, Nilsa Taboada, Stephanie Thacker, Priscilla Toral, Eileen Villada, Nicole Wilson and Arika Wright

The HSS Walk Committee, led by Paola Monzon

The volunteers who helped with our daily raffle ticket sales: Lilliana De Jesus, Danielle Edwards, Mary Hargett, Stefanie Hayes, Nicole Hoffman, Keesha Holmes, Pamela Katkin, Angelic Linen, Lillian Mendez, Paola Monzon, Eliza Ngan-Dittgen, Jillian Rose, Nilsa Taboada, Stephanie Thacker, Priscilla Toral and Arika Wright

The HSS Team Captains: Ann Bienstock, Noelle Carnevale, Peggy Crow, Emma Csenge, Liliana De Jesus, Danielle Devens, Danielle Edwards, Otis Gamboa, Kim Gist, George Go, Stefanie Hayes, Mary Hargett, Nicole Hoffman, Keesha Holmes, Samantha Jenkins, Pamela Katkin, Angelic Linen, Andrea Martin, Lillian Mendez, Eliza Ngan-Dittgen,

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.

The Compliance Helpline number is 888-651-6234.

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.

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

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Golf HSS Raises More Than $400K for Sports Medicine Research Although many people consider golf to be a low-level physical activity without much risk for injury, many injuries do occur from playing golf, including those to the ankle, elbow, spine, knee, hip and wrist. The HSS Sports Medicine Institute is dedicated to treating athletic injuries focused on these areas, which is why we were thrilled to host the third annual Golf HSS benefit at the Liberty National Golf Club in Jersey City, NJ on October 7. The event supported innovative and important sports medicine research at HSS. Guests at the event played a round of golf during the day at the beautiful course and were then treated to cocktails and a dinner reception.

A special thank you to all those who helped plan the event, as well as our event participants!

Golf HSS was co-chaired by David W. Altchek, MD, Chief Emeritus of HSS Sports Medicine; John P. DiFiori, MD, FACSM, Chief of HSS Primary Care Sports Medicine; Brian C. Halpern, MD, HSS Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician; and Bryan T. Kelly, MD, Surgeon-In-Chief and Medical Director; with co-chairs Stephen Fealy, MD, HSS Sports Medicine Surgeon; Robert G. Marx, MD, HSS Sports Medicine Surgeon; and Brett G. Toresdahl, MD, Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician.

This year, Golf HSS raised more than $400,000, all of which will go toward helping our sports medicine patients – professional athletes at the height of their careers, collegiate athletes looking to the future and recreational athletes wanting to return to their active lifestyles.

Co-chairs of Golf HSS, Drs. Brett Toresdahl, Stephen Fealy, Bryan Kelly, John DiFiori, Robert Marx and David Altchek gather for a photo. (Not pictured: Dr. Brian Halpern)

The third annual Golf HSS benefit kicked off at the Liberty National Golf Club in Jersey City, NJ.

HSS Implements the Humanitarian Initiatives Program in 2020 At HSS, we understand the importance of spreading our vast knowledge throughout communities that need it most, which is why many HSS family members participate in humanitarian efforts each year. To support this, the Global Education Council, which is chaired by Mathias Bostrom, MD, Chief of ARJR and Hip Service, recently initiated the Humanitarian Initiatives Program.

This new program aims to improve musculoskeletal care in limited-resource settings in the United States and abroad, with an emphasis on sustainable education and research. It will be overseen by the Global Partnership Department at HSS.

The program will support one to two projects annually that promote sustainable knowledge transfer in the area of musculoskeletal health. Selected programs will be service based and outcome based and include service trips to the limited-resource settings they are supporting.

In 2020, the Global Health Initiative (GHI), founded by Swetha Pakala, MD, will be the first project to receive support from the Humanitarian Initiatives Program.

Additional details on how applicants may apply for the 2021 Humanitarian Initiatives Program will be shared in the upcoming months.

Dr. Pakala Receives First Annual Leon Root, MD, Community Service Award Swetha Pakala, MD, was recently recognized for her outstanding career achievements, commitment and dedication to helping underserved communities.

On September 24, she received the inaugural Leon Root, MD, Community Service Award during a Lou Shapiro poses for a photo ceremony at the home of with Dr. Pakala, the first-ever Anne Ehrenkranz, Board recipient of the Leon Root, MD, of Trustees Member and Community Service Award.

Chair of the HSS Community Benefit and Services Committee, and her husband, Joel.

More than 75 guests were in attendance to support and congratulate Dr. Pakala, including Board members, HSS leadership, colleagues and family members.

The award, which emanated from the Community Benefit and Service Committee, recognizes individuals who provide exemplary leadership in advancing public health initiatives that have had a significant impact on the health of vulnerable and underserved communities.

Dr. Pakala was selected as the winner for her extraordinary work in providing sustainable educational programs to anesthesia providers in resource-limited settings such as Ghana, Vietnam, Uganda and India.

In 2012, she founded the Global Health Initiative, a program that trains local anesthesiologists about vital regional anesthesia techniques to build a lasting health infrastructure within these communities.

During the event, Joel Ehrenkranz welcomed those in attendance and introduced Jane Salmon, MD, Attending Rheumatologist and Director of the SLE APS Center of Excellence. Dr. Salmon spoke about the Leon Root, MD, Community Service Award and its importance to the organization. Following, Lou Shapiro, President and CEO, addressed the crowd.

“This award is truly reflective of something enormously crucial to HSS. It is part of our mission to serve vulnerable and underserved populations both locally and worldwide. The work Dr. Pakala has done and continues to do has proven to have made a significant difference in the lives of countless individuals.”

Lara Lerner, HSS Board of Trustees Member, then presented Dr. Pakala with her award.

“It’s an incredible honor to receive the first-ever Leon Root, MD, Community Service Award,” said Dr. Pakala.

“Providing education to those in need is just the beginning of fulfilling the Global Health Initiative mission and the dream of changing healthcare in underserved communities as we know it.”

Congratulations, Dr. Pakala, on this well-deserved honor, and thank you for serving as a leader of HSS!

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Riding for a Cause On Saturday, September 28, HSS hosted the inaugural BIKE HSS, a one-day cycling MOVEment in and around Westchester County. Members of the HSS family and the local community participated in raising critical funds to drive musculoskeletal research, provide the world’s best patient care and educate the next generation of leaders in the field.

The event consisted of two different courses, a 62.5-mile and a 25-mile ride. It kicked off at HSS Westchester in White Plains, NY, with opening ceremonies led by Lou Shapiro, President and CEO; Joel Press, MD; David Levine, MD; and Doug Padgett, MD. Participants in the event then enjoyed a beautiful bike ride through Westchester and Fairfield counties.

“BIKE HSS is an important event for our organization,” said Lou Shapiro, President and CEO. “Not only does it raise funds that go directly to critical research, but it also allows HSS family members to practice what they preach by participating in the ride. Team members are committed and dedicated to supporting the mission, vision and culture of HSS.”

At the end of the ride, riders and spectators were treated to a Finish Line Festival at HSS Westchester, complete with food and drinks, a PT Recovery Zone staffed by HSS Rehabilitation experts, a kid’s zone and live entertainment.

Congratulations to the 250 riders and 150 volunteers for raising nearly $800,000 for research and education!

And thank you to everyone who helped organize and execute this hugely successful event.

HSS family members pose for a photo before their bike ride.

BIKE HSS kicked off at HSS Westchester in White Plains, NY.

HSS participants pose with Lou Shapiro at the starting line.

BIKE HSS riders take a photo with former NY Knick John Wallace.

250 riders begin their ride for BIKE HSS.

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Celebrating the Evolution of IT at HSS Earlier this fall, HSS participated in National Health Information Technology (NHIT) Week. This annual, nationwide week focuses on creating change within the healthcare system through the application of information and technology. The weeklong celebration includes activities and events across the nation led by key healthcare stakeholders. As an NHIT Week partner, HSS was proud to celebrate the great impact our IT team has had on the organization over the years.

At HSS, NHIT also served as an opportunity for our Department of Information Technology to reflect on why IT at HSS is so important to the organization, how the role of IT has evolved over time and what the future looks like. Here is what they had to say.

IT is playing an increasingly critical role in healthcare.

According to Elizabeth Pearlman, Vice President of IT Applications, over the last 10 years, the landscape has grown tremendously with the introduction of new digital technologies and a multitude of solutions for clinicians, staff, consumers and patients. Today, it is nearly impossible to provide the best care for patients without having an electronic presence. As this digital presence continues to evolve, patients are participating more and more in their own care, becoming savvier and more involved than they were in the past.

The needs of patients and the care provided to patients have become much more complicated and advanced.

Medical tools across the organization are now primarily automated and interface with our computer system.

Steve Magid, MD, Chief Medical Information Officer, shared that, while in the past, randomized clinical controls used to be the basis of how treatment was decided, experts across the industry are starting to look to real-world experience and the vast amount of data that is being collected in electronic records to gain even greater insights.

One of the things that sets healthcare IT apart from the rest of the IT industry is the diversity of the team.

At HSS, the IT team consists of individuals with varied backgrounds, such as clinicians, operational leaders, technical engineers and analysts. Combining the expertise of all these individuals allows us to have an even better understanding of the patient, consumer and clinician perspective. Combined with our technological capabilities, this allows us to achieve the best possible care for our patients.

In the future, it is clear the IT landscape will continue to advance and we must progress with it. The implementation of Epic in 2016 was the foundation and starting point for many other technologies that evolved including many digital and mobile solutions.

We continue to weave these technologies together and make them available to our patients.

As HSS continues on our Strategic Roadmap, it is very important to see IT as a dynamic process aligned with the organization, shared Karen Cohen, Assistant Vice President of IT Client Services. Technology is an enabler, and IT is continuously evaluating where we are, researching our options and determining what is next.

This strategic approach is how IT continues to help HSS stay at the top of our game in this ever-changing world.

HSS ASC of Manhattan Celebrates Its Second Anniversary On September 18, we proudly celebrated the second anniversary of the opening of the HSS ASC of Manhattan.

During the past two years, more than 5,300 successful surgeries have been performed at this location. In addition, the center has achieved and sustained Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction scores that are among the best in the nation and has created and embraced a culture of safety, collegiality, respect, quality and leadership by all that knows no barriers.

“We are so proud to be able to offer our patients the outstanding HSS experience they have come to expect in a state-of-the-art, convenient outpatient surgery setting,” said Bryan Guss, Senior Director/ Administrator, HSS ASC of Manhattan. “We are thrilled with the feedback we are receiving from our patient satisfaction scores; they have proven that the HSS experience can successfully extend to surgical sites beyond the hospital setting, and we are excited to be blazing the trail and acting as collaborators for future ASCs within the HSS Enterprise. The HSS ASC of Manhattan is a special place filled with outstanding people who have all had a hand in its success and who have embraced the Leadership By All philosophy to achieve and sustain our successes, while continually looking to identify ways to raise the bar.”

Congratulations to everyone who has contributed to making the HSS ASC of Manhattan a destination for safe patient surgery, outstanding outcomes and a model of efficiency.

New Medical Staff Elizabeth Schulman, MD Elizabeth Schulman, MD, is an Assistant Attending Rheumatologist at HSS specializing in the care of patients with various autoimmune and rheumatologic conditions.

She has an interest in musculoskeletal ultrasound and has completed her Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Certification in Rheumatology (RhMSUS).

After receiving her medical degree from Stony Brook School of Medicine, she completed her residency in internal medicine at New York-Presbyterian Cornell Medicine followed by a chief residency in internal medicine at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

She then completed a fellowship in Rheumatology here at HSS, where she won the Charles L. Christian Award for excellence in musculoskeletal research. Prior to returning to HSS, Dr. Schulman was an Assistant Professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill for two years.

In her practice, Dr. Schulman aims to empower patients to be advocates in their healthcare journey while providing expertise and knowledge to guide patients towards the right personal treatment plan.

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Back in the Game HSS’s online patient forum – Back in the Game – now has more than 2,500 patient stories! The postings share how HSS helped patients get “back in the game.” Every month we will include one of the stories that highlight the extraordinary care members of the HSS family provide.

Read how HSS helped Tracie Farnan of Wilmington, DE, get back in the game.

In late August 2016, I fell when I was running. There was no break or torn ligaments. I was put in a boot and cast off and on for four months. Then I started rehab. In September 2017, it was decided by another doctor I needed surgery. Immediately after the surgery, my ankle still did not feel right. I was unable to walk to the copier at work without pain. I went to a number of doctors, and no one could find the problem. They all told me to give it time.

Influential Leaders Honored at the First HSS Advanced Leadership Program Graduation HSS is THE leader in the field of musculoskeletal health. To uphold this distinction takes a considerable amount of skill, education and experience and would not be possible without competent leadership and dedication across all levels of the organization.

In early October, 13 members of the HSS family graduated from the Advanced Leadership Program, which was designed to identify the future leaders of HSS and provide opportunities for personal and leadership development. The graduation ceremony recognized the achievements of the program participants, all of whom completed a rigorous curriculum and capstone project over the course of six months.

The graduation ceremony opened with a welcome from Bruce Slawitsky, Senior Vice President, Human Resources & Service Excellence, who provided an overview of the program, selection criteria and the curriculum graduates underwent. The goal of the Advanced Leadership Program is to support the mission, vision, values and 2025 Strategic Roadmap of HSS through training, development and education to produce a culture of excellence and high performance.

Next, Scott DeNegre, PhD, Vice President, Operational Excellence, spoke about the Program Capstone projects, which were completed by all participants through the Department of Operational Excellence. The 13 graduating members were divided into four teams and chose topics focused on where they could make a sustainable change leading to significant value at HSS. Projects included conference room setup optimization, relocation of non-sterile implants, reducing PACU to inpatient floor

transfer times and streamlining the appeal process for inpatient denials.

Finally, Lou Shapiro, President and CEO, congratulated the graduates and spoke about the importance of effective leadership throughout HSS. “The culture at HSS is unparallel to anywhere else in the world. The success of our organization is due to the determination, people, culture and leadership that each HSS family member embodies. Serving as a leader is one of the biggest responsibilities we each have. If we educate and provide opportunities to strengthen leadership qualities, we will remain a highly-successful organization.”

Sona Joshi, Senior Manager, Organizational Leadership & Development, then announced the names of each graduate while Lou presented them with their certificates. HSS family members in attendance cheered on the graduates as their names were announced, recognizing them for their hard work and dedication to participating in this program.

The graduating members will take the knowledge they have gained and apply it to their current roles, while also leveraging what they have learned for any future opportunities.

Tracie Farnan Finally, in August of 2018 (2 years post-injury, one-year post-op from a different doctor), I decided to research and find the best doctor I could. I came across Dr. Levine at HSS. During the first 5 minutes of my appointment, he looked at my x-ray and pinpointed the exact point of my pain. He suggested I get an MRI and then he would order targeted injections because surgery is not his first step.

However, after reviewing my MRI, he saw that my ankle was encased in scar tissue. I was immediately scheduled for my second ankle surgery.

I had one appointment with him, and the next time I met him was on my surgery day. I was nervous, to say the least. Everyone at the surgical center and in his office was so kind and helpful. The surgery went very well.

I am now one-year post-op with Dr. Levine. I am back to running again, which I never thought I would be able to do.

Traveling to New York and seeing Dr. Levine honestly changed my life. I walk and run pain-free, which would have never happened without Dr. Levine.

I am so grateful for him and his staff for putting me back together.

The Advanced Leadership Program graduates with Sona Joshi, Scott DeNegre, Bruce Slawitsky and Lou Shapiro at the graduation ceremony.

Congratulations to the 2019 Advanced Leadership Program graduates!

Maile Carandan

Susanne Katz

Bentley Ottway

Suzanne Clark

Tatyana Litvinko

Sigrid Rene

Arnuflo Dela Torre

Nicholas Maroldi

Samuel Schuessler

Danielle Galan

Mary McMahon

Ken Jordan

Richard Ortiz

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DAISY Award Winner September 2019 Theresa Tangco, BSN, RN, CNOR Theresa Tangco, BSN, RN, CNOR, demonstrates an extraordinary commitment to her position daily and takes it upon herself to provide exceptional and compassionate support and service to her patients’ individual needs. Theresa has a strong ability to connect to family members and unselfishly gives her time to all.

Helpful, caring and happy to offer services no matter the task, Theresa recently offered her expertise and planning skills to oversee the successful handoff tool, HSS Training Team (HTT), an initiative taken by HSS to improve communication among caretakers as patients move along the different stages of perioperative care with the goal of patient safety and satisfaction.

Theresa is a true nursing champion with a tireless commitment to serving patients. Her skills, compassion, willingness and dedication to her profession makes her a true DAISY Award winner. Congratulations!

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.

Employee of the Month September 2019 – Evenice Guirguis Congratulations to Evenice on being named Employee of the Month for September! As a Patient Service Coordinator, Evenice’s approachable and friendly personality fosters not only meaningful work relationships but exceptional patient relationships.

Widely respected by her colleagues, Evenice never shies away from helping those in need. She is seen as a positive role model within her department and is generous with her time and knowledge to help others complete tasks no matter how many projects are on her plate.

Evenice has created streamlined processes to ensure embassy satisfaction with patient onboarding and surgery approvals. Her professionalism truly exceeds expectations, and her positive and caring attitude consistently allows those around her to feel welcome and supported.

Congratulations to an exceptional job well done, Evenice. It’s an honor to have you as part of the HSS family.

October 2019 – Jay Mizuta Congratulations to Jay on being named Employee of the Month for October! As an Advanced Clinician, Jay’s positive energy allows him to work well with all members of his team.

Jay stops at nothing to ensure his patients receive the highest and best quality of care by continually researching better ways to treat his patients. He consistently aids in ensuring that patient satisfaction levels remain high by taking on additional patients and forming trusting and caring relationships with each of them, even during times of high stress.

A recent letter from a patient states, “No experience can compare to the service Jay provided me. He came up with new creative and personalized ways to engage me through my physical therapy. He was always exuberant and upbeat. While I am happy to have completed my therapy, I am saddened that my interactions with Jay are ending.

He is a gem.”

Congratulations, Jay! We are honored and proud to have you as an HSS family member!

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he special Rehabilitation and Musculoskeletal T Health edition of the HSS Journal is now available online. This is the first issue of the HSS Journal to be dedicated to rehabilitation topics. Guest editors are Gwen Weinstock-Zlotnick, PhD, OTR/L, CHT; Sherry I. Backus, PT, DPT, MA; and Aviva L. Wolff, EdD, OT, CHT. Contributors are JeMe Cioppa-Mosca, PT, MBA; Charles Fisher, PT, MPT, MBA; Elizabeth Biehl, PT, DPT, MBA; Erica Fritz Eannucci, PT, DPT, OCS, CMP, SFMA; Danielle Edwards, PT, DPT; Allison Anderson, PT, DPT; Michael Pleus, PT, DPT; Brent Smith, PT, DPT; Gwen Weinstock-Zlotnick, PhD, OTR/L, CHT; and Christine Lynders, PT, OCS. obert Turner, PT, OCS, MS, OM, PMA®-CPT, R served as moderator, presenter and co-chairperson at the North American Spine Society Conference.

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he Hand and Upper Extremity Therapy team had T a tremendous showing at the American Society of Hand Therapists Annual Meeting. Alexandra MacKenzie, OTR/L, CHT, served as a committee member. Gwen Weinstock-Zlotnick, PhD, OTR/L, CHT; Ogonna Nwawka, MD; and Bin Lin were honored with the Best Paper Award. Aviva L. Wolff, EdD, OT, CHT; Carol Mancuso, MD, FACP; and E Zusstone led a scientific session. Instructional sessions were led by Gwen Weinstock-Zlotnick, PhD, OTR/L, CHT; Joseph Nguyen, MPH; Aviva L. Wolff, EdD, OT, CHT; Scott Siverling, PT, DPT, OCS; and John Indalecio, OTR/L, CHT, MS.

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randon J. Erickson, MD; Peter N. Chalmers, MD; B John Zajac, ATC; Terrance Sgroi, DPT, SCS, MTC; Jonathan James Eno, MD; David W. Altchek, MD; Joshua S. Dines, MD; and Struan H. Coleman, MD, had an article published in the Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine.

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oseph Janosky, MS, PT, ATC, Sports Safety J Program Director, presented at the 2019 Florida Physical Therapy Association Annual Conference Awards Luncheon in Orlando, Florida.

illiam Behrns, PT, OCT; Jay Mizuta, PT, OCS; W Brian Jones, PT; John Castro, PT, MTC, OCS; and Erica Fritz Eannucci, PT, OCS, had a case report published in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Practice.

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

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HSS hip and knee surgeons Thomas Sculco, MD, and Peter Sculco, MD, were honored at the Arthritis Foundation’s Commitment to a Cure Awards Gala on September 19. The Sculcos received the Founder’s Award in recognition of their dedication to improving the lives of those living with arthritis. Congratulations to both on a tremendous honor!

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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.

Welcome Noareen Ahmed, Charles Alvarado, Javeria Arif, Sandra Baez-Hernandez, Jason D’Amelio, Elgin El-Dyson Otoo, Jennifer Estrada, Amanda Eventoff, Claudia Gonzalez, Melvin Gonzalez, Johnny Huang, Sherneil Jones, Karen Kirk, Ashlegh McAdam, Monica Navas Reyes, John Neri, Connor O’Brien, Esteban Padilla, Abigail Pyne, Madeline Ramirez, Adriano Reyes Jimenez, Richie Reyes, Janine Rolon, Stephanie Roman, Grace Yeh, Anna Zhu

Editorial Staff Editor-in-Chief:

Marisa DeFilipps

Managing Editor:

Stephanie Iannello

Editorial Committee:

Lisa Goldstein, Bruce Slawitsky, John Englehart

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