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BRIDGES A Resource Guide Featuring Many of the Healthcare Services Provided to the Community

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From Kenneth Kaushansky, MD The roadmap to quality healthcare begins here As a healthcare organization, Stony Brook Medicine stands at the intersection of academic and community-based medicine. We’re always adding new faculty, making new discoveries, building new facilities and bringing innovation to everything we do.

By investing in our organizational health, we’re investing in the health of all Long Islanders. The biggest compliment we can receive is to be the first choice for your healthcare needs and the healthcare needs of your family — no matter where you live on Long Island.

Take for example, our recent partnership with Mount Sinai Health System. Our patients now have access to a clinically integrated network of physicians, hospitals, best practices and protocols, which spans from Montauk to Manhattan.

This partnership also means that the brilliant, scientific minds at both Stony Brook and Mount Sinai will participate in exciting, joint research projects that will result in new treatments for conditions and diseases that affect so many. And building on the academic strengths of both institutions, we plan to develop joint graduate and medical educational

programs, with classes offered on both campuses.

Our presence on the South Fork is now stronger as well — the result of our historic affiliation with Southampton Hospital, which becomes official this year. The Southampton campus offers a hybrid operating room, with advanced medical imaging capabilities, so that minimally invasive treatment options for a large variety of vascular conditions are available locally. Access to cardiology services will also be closer to home for East End residents with focused cardiac issues. And a new cancer center, jointly staffed by Stony Brook physicians and physicians from Southampton — slated to open in 2018 — will provide expert cancer care locally.

A proposed affiliation is also in the works with another longtime collaborator, Eastern Long Island Hospital. This partnership will allow our two hospitals to bring expanded and advanced local access to healthcare to the North Fork and Shelter Island residents.

And since many Stony Brook Medicine services are ambulatory, not hospital-based, we are about to open a new, 110,000-square-foot ambulatory

The Vietnam War was still in full fury when my husband was discharged and we left Sheppard Air Force base in Wichita Falls, Texas, where he had been the chief of ophthalmology for two years, and headed home. “Home” was a bit problematic. We had grown up in the New York area, where our families still lived. We wanted to settle close to them and had preferences.

We wanted a university community for its academic, cultural and worldly aspects.

We wanted a top medical community, a village with a sense of its own history and pride in its roots, and a good school district.

We also wanted a beautiful place with great recreational activities, near the water.

We found such a location and have lived here going on five decades. It has seldom disappointed, in part because of the presence of Stony Brook University. And even as we raised our family here and grew our careers, so did SBU grow in prestige and in what it offers the community. In fact, the scope of its activities is probably beyond any one person’s understanding. There is mutual

benefit between town and gown.

To help you, our readers, see what is available on campus and off, we have partnered with the university to bring you a comprehensive resource guide to their events. We also offer the faculty, administrators and university community an overview of the excellent shops and services in our villages that are available to them and to all our readers. So enormous is the story they have to tell that we divided the campus into two halves: east and west.

This publication, timed to be distributed at the beginning of the second semester of the academic year, concentrates on the east campus, Stony Brook Medicine, and describes its many facilities, offerings and schedules, including lectures and performances to which the public is enthusiastically invited during the year.

This resource guide also presents the outstanding local business community on the university’s doorstep.

Called “Bridges,” to symbolize the alliance of campus and community

From the publisher

Kenneth Kaushansky, MD, Senior Vice President, Health Sciences, and Dean, Stony Brook University School of Medicine

care facility in Commack that will feature extended hours for primary care/internal medicine and pediatrics, and a number of specialty services, both medical and surgical.

In ancient times, it was said, “All roads lead to Rome.” Today, we’re on a mission to ensure that when it comes to healthcare, all roads lead to Stony Brook and our partner institutions, by creating an integrated healthcare delivery network for Long Island and beyond.

Leah S. Dunaief, Publisher Times Beacon Record News Media

and to encourage further interaction between us, this resource guide is distributed in all seven of our hometown newspapers along the North Shore of Suffolk County and to faculty, students and administration throughout SBU. Please read about and take advantage of the many opportunities to enhance our lives by using these bridges, and think about our shared good fortune to live here.

Contents Connecting you to the care you need Stony Brook/Mount Sinai combine strengths ..S6 Affiliations extend Stony Brook to the East .......S6 Advanced Specialty Care in Commack ..............S8 Expansion advances research, clinical care.......S8 The Children’s Hospital difference ....................S10 MyHealtheLife: A patient portal ........................S10 Selecting a healthcare provider: What’s important Choosing a cardiologist .......................................S13 Neuropsychology: Help for life-altering illness or brain injury ............................................................S13 You need heart surgery. Now what? ..................S14

Care from head to toe: Orthopaedics ...............S14 Delivering babies safely .......................................S16 Meet our doctors ...................................................S16 Innovative approaches for your care Vascular Center meets a growing need ............S19 Weight loss technology: Balloon capsules .......S19 Bahl Center to transform cancer medicine .....S20 Philanthropists invest in cancer research ........S20 Hernia repair: A wide range of options ............S21 Pushing radiosurgery to the EdgeTM .................S21 Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Center ...........S22 Diagnosing/treating movement disorders.......S22

In an emergency Taking your child to the ER ................................S23 Technologically advanced, lifesaving care.......S23 Heart attack: Early signs and symptoms.......... S24 Protecting your good health Stony Brook Medicine’s Advanced Imaging ...S24 Stony Brook opens Pituitary Care Center........S25 Treating brain tumors in children.....................S25 Vein care from leading vein specialists ............S26 Considering an aesthetic service .......................S26 Pelvic Health and Continence Center ..............S27 Help for complex digestive issues ......................S27 Calendar of events .........................................S28-31

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Stony Brook and Mount Sinai combine strengths In a momentous collaboration, Stony Brook Medicine and Mount Sinai Health System have entered into an affiliation agreement that includes cooperating on research, academic programs and clinical care initiatives.

The partnership, formed in August 2016, was created to heighten academic and research synergies, promote discovery, provide expanded clinical trials for both institutions and achieve breakthroughs in understanding and treating disease.

“Each institution has so much to offer,” said Stony Brook University President Samuel L. Stanley Jr., MD, “so this is an opportunity that will prove to be beneficial for all — now and in the future.”

Benefits for patients Patients now have access to a clinically integrated network of physicians and hospitals that spans from Montauk to Manhattan.

The hospitals are sharing best practices and clinical protocols and working together to enroll patients in clinical trials. The partnership allows the hospitals to participate in joint research projects that will bring new treatments from the “bench to the bedside.”

Enhancing medical education The medical schools of both Stony Brook Medicine and Mount Sinai will develop joint graduate and medical education programs, leveraging the strength of existing

master’s and doctoral programs at each institution.

Students will have the opportunity to take classes on both campuses, which will enable them to learn new techniques and expand their learning capacity.

Mount Sinai and Stony Brook will also build summer programs for undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate students.

Expanding research programs By combining expertise from two premier medical schools, the partnership is expected to revolutionize medical research.

The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and Stony Brook University are collaborating to develop a wide range of research programs in fields, including biomedical engineering and computer science; drug discovery and medicinal chemistry sciences; neuroscience, neurology and psychiatry; basic biology and novel therapeutics; and public health and health systems.

The alliance capitalizes on Stony Brook’s expertise in mathematics, high-performance computing, imaging, and the physical and chemical sciences, and Mount Sinai’s strengths in biomedical and clinical research, and health policy and outcomes.

“Stony Brook Medicine and the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai are two powerhouses of research that together will yield greater discoveries than just the sum of their parts,” said Lina Obeid, MD, Dean

Leaders from Stony Brook Medicine and Mount Sinai Health System sign an affiliation agreement. From left, Kenneth Kaushansky, MD, Senior Vice President, Health Sciences, and Dean, Stony Brook University School of Medicine; Samuel L. Stanley Jr., MD, President, Stony Brook University; and Dennis S. Charney, MD, the Anne and Joel Ehrenkranz Dean, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, and President, Academic Affairs, Mount Sinai Health System

for Research and Vice Dean for Scientific Affairs at Stony Brook University School of Medicine. “The joint pilots in research have immense promise to advance health at the most exciting time in the biomedical sciences, including advanced computational, bioinformatic and engineering approaches.”

Affiliations extend Stony Brook’s services to the East

Stony Brook Medicine has enjoyed longstanding relationships with Southampton Hospital and Eastern Long Island Hospital, providing healthcare services for the East End of Long Island for many years. More recently, the hospitals have strengthened their collaborations to deliver care in ways that are even more complementary, efficient and effective.

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A stronger South Fork presence Stony Brook and Southampton Hospital are finalizing an affiliation agreement, which becomes official this year. The affiliation will enable the hospitals to further improve healthcare quality and access, ensuring that patients are in the right place to receive the right care at the right time.

Once the affiliation takes place, the 125-bed Southampton Hospital will join Stony Brook Medicine’s healthcare system as Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, allowing the hospitals to share resources and manage the flow of patients between the two facilities.

The hospitals have already been working together since 2008. An example of this working relationship is the recent addition of Southampton Hospital’s vascular surgery hybrid operating room, part of the Audrey and Martin Gruss Heart and Stroke Center. This specialty operating room, equipped with sophisticated imaging, enables Stony Brook board-certified vascular surgeons to perform minimally invasive interventions to treat abdominal aortic aneurysms, complex peripheral arterial disease, carotid disease and the entire spectrum of vascular conditions.

Left to right: Stony Brook University Hospital, Southampton Hospital and Eastern Long Island Hospital

Additional cardiology services are planned for the South Fork. Physicians with specialized expertise in electrophysiology, cardiac catheterization and heart failure, as well as other areas are being tapped to work at the hospital, so patients with certain types of focused cardiac issues will be able to get care closer to home.

A freestanding cancer center is expected to open in Southampton in about a year. Staffed by Stony Brookbased physicians and physicians from Southampton, the center will increase the availability of medical oncology services and radiation therapy to South Fork residents, allowing them access to local care.

The hospitals also plan to conduct joint clinical trials in cardiology, cancer and surgery, and to add trials as other departments expand their South Fork presence.

Additional clinical training sites will support the growing class sizes of Stony Brook’s undergraduate and graduate medicine training programs, as well as nursing and health technology programs. Emergency medicine medical student and resident rotations will be

brought to Southampton. The family medicine training program, developed in conjunction with Hudson River HealthCare, has already moved from Stony Brook to Southampton, an environment more typical of where a family physician would function.

Branching out to the North Fork Stony Brook has also worked in tandem with the 90-bed Eastern Long Island Hospital (ELIH) for many years to improve healthcare access and quality.

Stony Brook and ELIH have received approval from the SUNY Board of Trustees, as well as a certificate of need from the Department of Health — both crucial steps toward affiliation. The proposed collaboration will allow the two hospitals to bring North Fork and Shelter Island residents many of the same benefits that are coming to fruition as a result of the Southampton Hospital affiliation.

The affiliation with ELIH is anticipated to be in place later this year.

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Stony Brook’s Advanced Specialty Care comes to Commack This March, Stony Brook Medicine is opening a new, multispecialty center in Commack to offer residents more choice and flexibility when looking for quality medical care.

Called Advanced Specialty Care, the center will offer nine medical specialties designed to meet the majority of most families’ medical needs. Doctors located in the facility will include: • primary and specialty care internists and pediatricians • gynecologists and obstetricians • dermatologists, orthopaedists and urologists • surgeons and neurosurgeons There will also be a complete imaging center on-site to provide x-rays, mammograms, ultrasounds, bone densitometry, CTs and MRIs. High-quality medical care For busy families in the area, Advanced Specialty Care means that, in a single building, patients can expect to receive the high level of expertise and compassionate care Stony Brook Medicine physicians are known to provide. If surgery or other specialty care is needed, patients can go to Stony Brook University Hospital without any disruption in the continuity of their care.

“We are making this as close to a ‘one-stop shopping’ experience as possible,” said Richard Bias, Assistant Dean and Chief Operating Officer, Ambulatory Operations, Stony Brook Medicine. “There are so many different specialties on-site that potentially a person could have all their outpatient medical needs met in this single, new state-of-the-art facility.”

Convenient location with plenty of parking Advanced Specialty Care is located at 500 Commack Road at the site of the former Forest Labs facility. Stony Brook Medicine is occupying over 110,000 square feet of space in a new state-of-the-art ambulatory care facility, allowing room for expansion as additional services are added. The location is just minutes away from the Long Island Expressway, Sunken Meadow Parkway (Sagtikos) and Northern State Parkway.

A rendering of the entrance to Stony Brook Medicine’s Advanced Specialty Care, opening soon at 500 Commack Road in Commack

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radIOlOGy/ IMaGInG (631) 638-2600 Walk-ins for x-rays with a doctor’s referral/prescription are welcome.

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Stony Brook Medicine expands to advance research and clinical care The momentum is growing as construction continues on Stony Brook Medicine’s $423 million expansion project, consisting of a 240,000-square-foot, eight-story Medical and Research Translation (MART) building and a 225,000-square-foot, 10-story Hospital Pavilion, which includes a new home for Stony Brook Children’s Hospital. The project, which began in 2013, is expected to be complete in 2018.

The MART, devoted to cancer research and care, will serve as the new location for Stony Brook University Cancer Center. It will also house advanced biomedical imaging and biomedical informatics, including a PET/ CT scanner, and the Kavita and Lalit Bahl Center for Metabolomics and Imaging (see page 20).

The Hospital Pavilion, with 150 inpatient beds and four floors dedicated to Stony Brook Children’s, will include a pediatric intensive care unit, adolescent unit, procedure suite, hematology/oncology unit and medical/surgical units.

To prepare for the move into the new buildings, Stony Brook Medicine is introducing technology that will be an integral part of the patient’s experience at Stony Brook. The idea behind this “Smart Room” technology

is to enhance efficiency, keep caregivers at the patient’s bedside and improve patient outcomes.

Some of the components of the Smart Room include smartphones for clinicians, an electronic “white board,” enhanced medication dispensing, which allows nurses to send medication requests remotely to the unit’s medication room, electronic signage for patient rooms, and patient interactive TVs. Nurses at Stony Brook are using hospital-based smartphones that are connected to the patient’s electronic medical record. These secure devices allow caregivers to make phone calls, as well as send and receive text messages related to patient care. Nurses will also receive alerts and alarms from various monitors in the patient room for when a patient needs immediate assistance.

“Technology improvements, such as the ability to remotely request medications, allow the nurse to have more time at the bedside — which translates to improved patient care and better outcomes,” said Katherine Collard, RN-BC, MS, NP, Director, Clinical Transformation, and Chief Nursing Information Officer, Stony Brook Medicine.

Stony Brook Medicine’s Medical and Research Translation (MART) building and Hospital Pavilion

Other technology improvements are designed to increase patient safety and improve the patient’s experience while in the hospital. For example, electronic room signage will display safety information at the entrance to the patient’s room to let caregivers know if the patient is at risk for falls or has certain allergies.

Patient interactive TVs will not only allow patients to enjoy movies and play video games but also learn more about their health conditions and log on to the hospital’s patient portal.

To view a virtual tour of the MART and Hospital Pavilion, visit stonybrookmedicine.edu/martanimation.

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The Children’s Hospital difference Why is it important to choose a children’s hospital instead of your local community hospital if your child needs medical care?

Hospitalization for a child is a very different experience than it is for an adult.

Having access to a children’s hospital with dedicated pediatric specialists and resources can help ensure that children and their families experience the highest quality of care and support.

Stony Brook Children’s, a 104-bed children’s hospital within Stony Brook Medicine, addresses the special needs of its young patients as well as their families in numerous ways.

With more than 180 specialists trained in every pediatric specialty, along with a large support staff, Stony Brook Children’s can provide leading-edge care for just about every diagnosis — from a simple fracture to a kidney transplant.

Because the hospital extends its worldclass care to every patient, state-of-the-art equipment and the latest technology are used throughout Stony Brook Children’s.

As part of an academic medical center actively engaged in research, Stony Brook Children’s is able to offer families access to groundbreaking, and often lifesaving, clinical trials for their children. In addition, Stony Brook Children’s has its own Pediatric Emergency Department, which is open 24 hours a day and equipped to treat the most severely ill and injured children and young adults.

• Among the hospital’s many unique offerings is a Child Life Program with social workers and case managers trained to address a child’s special needs. The Child Life team works with families to ensure that hospitalized children are kept as relaxed and happy as possible, and provides child-friendly explanations on medical procedures.

• A dedication to “ouchless medicine”

Stony Brook Children’s, the only children’s hospital in Suffolk County, has more than 180 specialists trained in every pediatric specialty.

helps to minimize the discomfort of procedures like needle pricks, stitches and inserting an IV. Techniques like distraction, as well as devices like the newly acquired AccuVein®, which makes locating veins easier, all help to lessen both actual pain as well as anxiety.

• While each patient room includes a sleeper chair that lets a family member stay at the child’s bedside, Stony Brook Children’s also houses a Ronald McDonald Family Room to provide respite for family members. In this nonclinical space, guests can shower, get snacks, meet other families and even do laundry — without ever being far from their children.

• Stony Brook Children’s was the first hospital in the nation to have a pediatric multiple sclerosis center: the Lourie Center for Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis.

In addition, it has one-of-a-kind centers for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (see page 22), celiac disease, Lyme disease

and cystic fibrosis, along with a Healthy Weight and Wellness Center that addresses childhood obesity.

A strong presence Reaching out beyond hospital walls is a key focus of Stony Brook Children’s.

Although most children may never need to spend time in a hospital, it’s not uncommon. To help children understand what a hospital stay might be like before they ever have one, Stony Brook Children’s Child Life Specialists host fun, interactive and educational events for children in the community throughout the year. Using special dolls as patients, the kids learn how to administer injections, perform x-rays and bandage wounds — and leave with an idea of what a hospital stay can involve.

For children who are ill, or have illness in their family, attending summer camp may not seem possible. With the help of dedicated volunteers, including several

Stony Brook Children’s doctors and nurses, many children can attend camps meant just for them.

Designed to create a sense of normalcy, these camps enable children with diseases such as multiple sclerosis, cancer and diabetes to learn important strategies for managing their illness while making friends with kids in similar situations, in fun environments.

Stony Brook Children’s also works to make sure that hospitalized children don’t miss out on once-in-a-lifetime experiences. This past June the hospital hosted its first prom, which gave 28 pediatric patients the opportunity to enjoy this very special event.

During an evening complete with refreshments, music and photo ops, young patients were able to dance, sing and party with their peers and, for one night, forget about their medical challenges.

The new Stony Brook Children’s Hospital In 2018, thanks to the support of the Knapp Swezey Foundation and over 3,000 other generous donors from the community, Stony Brook Children’s will have a new 71,500-square-foot home in a state-of-the-art 150-bed Hospital Pavilion. This new location will feature single-patient rooms, family suites with private sleep and bathing areas, and playrooms and teen relaxation spaces. It will also expand the pediatric research program at Stony Brook Medicine.

Stony Brook Children’s also has numerous locations throughout Suffolk County, making it convenient for families to access Stony Brook doctors close to where they live. In addition to the Stony Brook location, practice offices can also be found in East Setauket, Center Moriches, Hampton Bays, Islip Terrace, Smithtown and soon in Commack.

For more information about Stony Brook Children’s, visit stonybrookchildrens.org.

Online resource helps Stony Brook patients manage their care

Stony Brook Medicine’s MyHealtheLife patient portal is a secure, online resource that allows patients and their doctors to share information.

MyHealtheLife is Stony Brook Medicine’s patient portal.

With MyHealtheLife, individuals and families can stay informed, educated and take a more active role in their health.

Whether someone is healthy or sick, MyHealtheLife empowers people to take control of their health where and how they need it most.

The portal is a secure, HIPAA-compliant online resource that allows patients to easily view and manage their health information and connect with their doctors. MyHealtheLife is available to you if you are a patient at Stony Brook University Hospital or at many of Stony Brook Medicine’s local outpatient locations.

• View your health profile and immunization history • Access pathology and radiology results

What can you do with MyHealtheLife?

• Request and check appointments, print them and add them to your calendar • Renew your prescriptions

Want to sign up for MyHealtheLife?

Simply provide your email address while you are at your doctor’s office or before you leave the hospital. A link to the portal will then be emailed so that you can set up your account.

The wellness tools can help you track your weight, activity, nutrition, connect with personal Fitbit devices and more. You can even send messages to your physician. Soon you will be able to pay bills for hospital and ambulatory service visits.

Other enhancements include a mobile version of the app for iOS (for iPhones and iPads) and Android devices, as well as an online Spanish version. You can also now access a health library, which provides helpful information about medications, results and/or health issues.

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Realizing that you need a cardiologist can be unsettling.

Choosing the right one can be even tougher Choosing a cardiologist is an important decision. After all, your heart – and your life – may depend on it. So how do you choose a doctor who’s right for you?

For suggestions, we asked specialists with Stony Brook University Heart Institute, the region’s leading referral center for clinically complex care. Here’s what cardiologists Travis Bench, MD, and Dhaval Patel, MD, had to say.

My primary care doctor says I need to see a cardiologist, and gave me a couple of names. What should I do next?

Ask your doctor about his or her reasons for referring a particular cardiologist. Ask your friends, family and neighbors about their cardiologists and their experiences with heart care. And give some thought to what’s important to you in a doctor. This is a relationship you need to feel confident about.

What should I look for in a cardiologist’s background?

Consider credentials and experience.

Credentials include education – where the doctor went to medical school and did his or her residency, as well as where and what type of fellowships were completed – and board certifications.

Typically, a cardiologist is board certified in internal medicine and at least one cardiac subspecialty. Also, find out how long your doctor has been in practice and whether he or she conducts research. Experience is important because in cardiac care, as in most things in life, practice is critical. And involvement in research shows a commitment to cutting-edge care.

Hospital affiliation – why is that important?

If you need inpatient care, you will be admitted to a hospital where your

Dr. Bench and Dr. Patel are accepting new patients at: Stony Brook Cardiology 600 Main Street, Center Moriches Stony Brook Cardiology and Specialty Care 676 County Road 39A, Southampton (631) 702-8327 • Heart disease prevention and risk factor assessment • Cardiovascular imaging to pinpoint cardiac problems • Cardiovascular medicine to manage and treat heart disease

doctor has privileges. So in choosing a cardiologist, you also are choosing a hospital.

Academic medical centers typically offer the most advanced protocols, procedures and technologies, and serve as referral centers for the region. For example, through the Stony Brook Heart Institute and its collaboration with Mount Sinai Health System, our patients can access the complete spectrum of state-of-the-art care, from percutaneous coronary interventions to heart transplants.

I don’t like my current cardiologist’s communication style. Is that something I should overlook?

Ask yourself, “Do I understand what is happening with my health? And do I feel confident and comfortable with what’s happening?” If you answer “no,” trust your gut. You deserve a doctor who explains your diagnosis and treatment and creates a relationship of trust.

Travis Bench, MD, Interventional Cardiologist, and Dhaval Patel, MD, Cardiologist, Stony Brook University Heart Institute

How do the two of you measure up by these standards?

If you ask around, Google us or meet us, here are highlights of what you’ll find: Dr. Bench – Board certifications in interventional cardiology, cardiovascular medicine, nuclear cardiology and internal medicine. Medical degree at Stony Brook University School of Medicine. Fellowships in interventional cardiology and cardiovascular medicine at Stony Brook University Hospital.

Residency in internal medicine at Columbia University Medical Center.

Recipient of the 2015 Brookhaven Memorial Hospital Medical Center “Physician Recognition Award” and the 2015 Long Island Business News “Health Care Heroes” award.

Dr. Patel – Board certifications in interventional cardiology, cardiovascular medicine, echocardiography, nuclear cardiology and internal medicine.

Medical degree at B.J. Medical College, India. Fellowships in interventional cardiology at Columbia University Medical Center and in cardiovascular medicine at New York Medical College.

Residency in internal medicine at New York Medical College. Recipient of the 2014-15 Patients’ Choice Award, the 2014-15 Compassionate Doctor Recognition and the 2016 Bridges to Excellence Cardiac Care Recognition.

Drs. Bench and Patel have been in practice together for the past five years, are highly rated by patients, have achieved numerous awards and honors, conduct a variety of research and are on the faculty at Stony Brook Heart Institute.

For more information about Stony Brook Heart Institute, call (631) 44-HEART or heart. stonybrookmedicine.edu.

Neuropsychology: Help for life-altering illness or brain injury When a child, adolescent or adult suffers from a brain tumor, brain injury, congenital condition, genetic disorder, autoimmune conditions, stroke or cancer, they often experience challenges behaviorally, cognitively and emotionally that don’t go away after surgery or other medical treatment.

In those instances, referral for an evaluation by a neuropsychologist is critical in helping to improve one’s emotional well-being and helping to ensure that the right accommodations are in place for school, extracurricular activities, work and home.

Neurosurgeons as well as neurologists, hematologist-oncologists and their nurses who treat neurologically or medically complex cases can provide a referral to a neuropsychologist. Once a referral is made, the next step is to respond to a health questionnaire and provide medical history.

Evaluations by Stony Brook’s Neuropsychology Services in East Setauket incorporate extensive detail about a person’s medical history, developmental background, cognitive ability, neurological exams, psychiatric mental status, academic and/or employment issues. Additionally, a number of different psychological tests are administered to assess how well a person functions and adapts emotionally, psychologically and socially to everyday life.

Led by neuropsychologist Thomas Preston, PhD, the Stony Brook team takes such a

thorough approach to arrive at a diagnosis so that they can make recommendations that are applicable in all major areas of a person’s life. They may also help family or loved ones make decisions about a person’s competency or independence and help validate conditions that qualify for disability benefits, or extra support in school and what type of interventions may be helpful.

With a newly expanded staff and two-week turnaround on scheduling appointments for medically urgent referrals, receiving neuropsychological care after a life-altering illness or brain injury has never been easier.

To make an appointment with Stony Brook Neuropsychology Services, call (631) 444-8053 or visit medicine. stonybrookmedicine.edu/neuropsychology.

Thomas Preston, PhD, Neuropsychologist; Director, Stony Brook Neuropsychology Services

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You’ve been told you need heart surgery. Now what?

Learning that heart surgery may be needed can cause concern for both patient and family. What many people don’t know is that there have been truly transformative changes in the field of heart surgery, both in how the surgery is performed and how well patients do. The key to getting the surgery that’s best for each patient, and for getting the optimum benefits from the surgery, is in choosing the right cardiothoracic surgeon.

What is a cardiothoracic surgeon?

Cardio means “heart” and thoracic means “chest,” so a cardiothoracic surgeon is trained and has board certification in all aspects of heart and chest surgery.

At the Stony Brook University Heart Institute, cardiac surgeons specialize in heart surgery while others specialize in lung surgery or vascular (artery and vein) surgery, and different types of surgeons work in multidisciplinary teams to treat the patient’s illness.

At the Heart Institute, the diseases most often seen by cardiac surgeons are mitral valve disease, aortic valve disease and coronary artery disease. To treat these and other conditions, our cardiac surgeons have expertise in a wide range of procedures. A few of these include: • minimally invasive and conventional open-heart surgery • minimally invasive valve surgery • left ventricular assist device (LVAD) implantation for heart failure • surgery without the use of blood transfusion How to choose a cardiac surgeon The best way is to ask your cardiologist or general practitioner who he or she thinks would be the right surgeon for the particular patient and heart problem.

Who do they trust to take the best care of their patient?

“The doctors on Long Island know the cardiac surgeons well. They know what each surgeon does best,

• W hat is the surgeon’s success rate for the procedure?

Be aware that information on the internet may be out of date, so it’s best to get data directly from the doctor or hospital.

Why choose Stony Brook Heart Institute?

The Heart Institute is at the cutting edge in treating patients who have heart disease, and its cardiac team brings considerable expertise to Long Island that, in the past, patients may have had to travel outside the area to obtain. Dr. Chikwe pointed out three specific areas that make Stony Brook Heart Institute stand out from other places: • Expertise in treating mitral valve disease.

Traditionally, a defective valve has been replaced with a manufactured valve, which may wear out over time or require a patient to be on blood thinners for the rest of their life. Stony Brook surgeons have had advanced training in repairing the patient’s valve, which won’t wear out like a manufactured one and won’t require lifelong blood thinners.

Cardiothoracic surgeons Allison McLarty, MD; Thomas Bilfinger, • Experience in transcatheter aortic valve replaceMD; Vinay Tak, MD; Co-Director Joanna Chikwe, MD; and ment (TAVR). This minimally invasive procedure Henry Tannous, MD allows the insertion of a replacement valve into a patient’s defective aortic valve, resulting in a betterwhat their success rates are, and what their personalities functioning valve without major open-heart surgery. are like,” said Joanna Chikwe, MD, Co-Director, Stony • A “fast-track” coronary artery disease treatment Brook Heart Institute and Chief, Cardiothoracic program. Stony Brook is developing a program that Surgery. “And they come to visit their patients after reduces the after-surgery hospital stay from as long surgery, so they really get to know the doctors, nursing as 10 days to just three or four days. By minimizing staff and hospitals.” the size of incision, and shortening surgical time, Once a patient has a few recommendations, it’s okay the patient can be walking sooner, which can lead to “interview” each surgeon to ask: to faster healing with less risk of post-surgical • How much experience does the surgeon have in complications. treating the patient’s specific condition?

• How many procedures has the surgeon performed to For more information, call (631) 444-3909 or visit heart.stonybrookmedicine.edu. treat the condition?

Care from head to toe: Stony Brook Orthopaedic Associates You have more than 200 bones in your body. At Stony Brook Orthopaedic Associates, there are 22 fellowshiptrained physicians to take care of them.

A full range of specialties This clinical practice of Stony Brook Medicine is the largest orthopaedic group in Suffolk County. The providers focus on excellence in clinical care and research for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of all musculoskeletal injuries and disorders in adults and children.

With more than 68,000 annual office visits, over • The Division of Orthopaedic Oncology provides 5,600 surgeries each year and a wide breadth of treatment for adults and children with musculoskelsubspecialties, our providers are an experienced and etal tumors, including both benign and malignant trusted resource for world-class orthopaedic care on tumors, and metastatic lesions.

Long Island and beyond.

• In the Division of Orthopaedic Trauma, orthopaedic traumatologists treat the full spectrum of traumatic Nine unique centers and divisions orthopedic injuries, from simple fractures to the • The Foot and Ankle Surgery Division specializes most complex injuries. in diagnosis and treatment for a variety of • The Division of Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery conditions ranging from sports injuries to trauma to focuses on all orthopaedic aspects of the growing degenerative disease related to the foot and ankle in child, from fractures and sports injuries to scoliosis both adults and children. and congenital hip deformities.

• Physicians in the University Hand Center treat disorders of the adult and pediatric hand, wrist and • Providers within the Division of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery treat patients with injuries to the elbow. shoulder and elbow due to trauma, overuse and/or • The Joint Replacement Center is a regional leader in degenerative processes. hip and knee replacement surgery.

• Th e Spine and Scoliosis Center specializes in the treatment of all spinal disorders. The goal of treatment is the restoration of patients to an active lifestyle that enables them to return to work.

• The Division of Sports Medicine is dedicated to the comprehensive care of all athletes. A team approach to both non-operative and operative care is delivered with special attention to the demands of athletes of all levels.

Stony Brook Orthopaedic Associates has four offices in Suffolk County — and will be opening a fifth office soon in Commack at 500 Commack Road.

For information or an appointment, call (631) 444-4233.

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Delivering babies safely While it’s ideal for a baby to be born the way nature intended, in order to protect the health of mother and child, medical intervention is sometimes needed.

According to Stony Brook Medicine Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist Diana Garretto, MD, the physicians at Stony Brook Medicine use a number of ways to help ensure that the most up-to-date medical practices along with parent-baby bonding take place at every delivery.

“We’re constantly bringing the latest ideas — from simple to highly sophisticated — to benefit mothers and babies,” said Dr. Garretto.

These include: • Facilitating skin-to-skin contact between babies and parents immediately after birth • Training nurses to coach mothers on successful breastfeeding techniques • Having a full-time, certified lactation consultant on the unit • Building the largest midwifery program in Suffolk County, with 14 certified nurse-midwives on staff • Lowering the cesarean birth rate through restrictions on induced labors and careful monitoring of women in labor, especially first-time mothers The facilities at Stony Brook have been thoughtfully designed to create a comfortable atmosphere attuned to parents’ and baby’s needs. Every birthing room within the Labor & Delivery Suite is private and includes a bathroom and pullout couch. Private postpartum rooms are equipped to allow mother and baby to room together.

If a higher level of care is necessary, Stony Brook is prepared. As a Regional Perinatal Center, Stony Brook oversees many of the hospitals that provide obstetrical services in the region. Stony Brook is the hospital where obstetricians throughout Suffolk County send mothers experiencing complications, such as risk of pre-term labor, fetal abnormalities, maternal medical conditions and all other complex obstetrical issues.

“This dual capability — supporting the comfort, needs and wishes of families while providing excellent medical care — makes Stony Brook unique in Suffolk County,” said Dr. Garretto. The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is just one example: it’s New York’s first allprivate, single-bed NICU, which allows the neonatology team to deliver highly individualized, developmentally focused care in a controlled environment that’s also comfortable for families.

Stony Brook Medicine remains on the cutting edge of maternal and neonatal care. “While many things change over the years,” Dr. Garretto said, “there remains a steadfast dedication of our staff in ensuring families receive worldclass care along with compassionate support when coming to Stony Brook to have their babies.”

Get to know Stony Brook doctors before your first visit The opinions of family, friends and colleagues are helpful, but often, being able to put a face, voice and personality to the name of a person you haven’t yet met can be even more assuring. Especially when that someone is a doctor you’re thinking about going to or just made an appointment with for the first time. Now with the help of a short one- or two-minute video, you can get a feel for what different Stony Brook doctors are like and how he or she approaches patient care. That’s the idea behind Stony Brook Medicine’s “Meet Our Doctors.”

Stony Brook promotes skin-to-skin contact for all babies immediately after birth when appropriate. Skin-to-skin contact has been shown to increase bonding between a mother and baby, reduce postpartum depression, increase immunity of the baby and improve the health of the baby immediately after birth and during the first few months of life.

Now with the help of a short one- or two-minute video, you can get a feel for what different Stony Brook doctors are like and how he or she approaches patient care.

What early experience in their life inspired them to go into their chosen field? What is their idea of a good day at work? Why do they love what they do? Meet Our Doctors provides a great way to get to know Stony Brook doctors before your first visit, and learn a bit more about a Stony Brook doctor you already know.

To gain insight on some of the great minds behind the research, education and clinical work being done at Stony Brook visit stonybrookmedicine.edu/ patientcare/meet-our-doctors.

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Advanced Vascular Center meets a growing need When someone has a life-threatening illness such as a stroke, an aneurysm or a clogged artery in the legs, or more commonly, problematic varicose veins that may interfere with daily activities, the specialists at the Stony Brook Vascular Center can help.

Staffed by a distinguished team of vascular experts, the center is the only vascular practice in Suffolk County that provides advanced diagnosis and treatment for the entire array of disorders of the arteries and veins.

Serving Suffolk’s changing population Disease of the arteries primarily affects older adults. Over the past few decades, the number of Suffolk County residents aged 65 and older has been steadily increasing, which has led to more people developing life- or limbthreatening arterial problems.

Disease of the veins also increases as people age and can cause a variety of complications. However, problems can develop in younger adults, and one in three Americans over the age of 45 has some kind of vein disease.

“Recognizing the population changes in our area, we are continually expanding to better meet the need to offer high-level, state-of-the-art vascular care throughout Suffolk County,” said Apostolos Tassiopoulos, MD, Chief, Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery.

The Stony Brook Vascular Center has expanded its outpatient locations to include five locations, with two additional offices to open soon in Commack and Riverhead.

FREE VASCULAR SCREENING Stony Brook Vascular Center offers free vascular screenings to identify possible problems before symptoms appear.

Call (631) 638-2100 to see if you qualify.

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Advanced surgical and nonsurgical procedures The Stony Brook Vascular Center specialized areas include the Center for Vein Care, the Aortic Center, the Limb Preservation Center, the Center for Carotid Interventions and the Hemodialysis Access Center. Each area focuses on bringing the most advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures while adhering to the highest quality standards — all to ensure optimal patient outcomes and satisfaction.

In recent years, Stony Brook Vascular Center has been in the spotlight as the first institution on Long Island to offer cutting-edge vascular interventions such as fenestrated endovascular aortic aneurysm repair (fEVAR), mechanochemical endovenous ablation (MOCA) for painless treatment of

varicose veins and, most recently, a new, minimally invasive technique called transcarotid artery revascularization (TCAR) to help prevent strokes in highrisk patients with carotid artery stenosis.

TCAR is performed with a tiny incision at the neckline and dramatically reduces the risk of stroke during a stent insertion in the carotid artery. To learn more, visit stonybrookmedicine.edu/tcar.

And, opened in August of 2015, the Centereach office of the Stony Brook Vascular Center is equipped with an accredited Noninvasive Vascular Laboratory that provides state-of-the-art noninvasive diagnostic studies and an angiography suite that offers a modern, patient-friendly outpatient environment for a number of minimally invasive endovascular interventions.

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Stony Brook’s newest weight loss technology: Swallowable balloon capsules Stony Brook Bariatric and Metabolic Weight Loss Center is the first on Long Island to offer one of the most innovative options in obesity treatment today: a balloon that curbs the appetite and can simply be swallowed — no anesthesia or surgery required.

The Obalon balloon is contained within a capsule that, once it reaches the stomach, is inflated with gas using a microcatheter. Stony Brook played a key role in researching the new treatment, which received approval from the Food and Drug Administration in September 2016.

The inflated balloon helps patients feel full and eat less, said bariatric surgeon Aurora Pryor, MD, Director, Bariatric and Metabolic Weight Loss Center, and Principal Investigator in a national, multicenter clinical trial of the Obalon system. The balloon therapy is combined

with a year-long, moderate-intensity diet and behavior modification program.

“Our studies showed that the Obalon balloon system resulted in nearly twice the weight loss as diet, exercise and lifestyle therapy alone,” Dr. Pryor said.

“It offers a valuable, low-risk option for patients whose goal is to lose about 30 to 50 pounds.”

Up to three balloons may be used, all of which are removed within six months of the start of treatment via outpatient endoscopy under conscious sedation.

The lifestyle modification support continues for another six months.

“Our goal, as always, is to support new, healthy habits that help keep the weight off,” Dr. Pryor said.

Candidates for the Obalon balloon system must have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 to 40 and be 22 years of age or older, and must commit to the

full 12-month program.

Obalon currently is not covered by insurance.

The Bariatric and Metabolic Weight Loss Center is now located at a new, customdesigned facility at 23 South Howell Ave. in Centereach. Its credentialed, multidisciplinary team offers medical management, advanced nutrition and exercise plans, counseling, behavior modification and group support, in addition to today’s most advanced options in surgical and nonsurgical procedures.

Aurora Pryor, MD, is the Director of the Bariatric and Metabolic Weight Loss Center. She is fellowship-trained and is an internationally recognized leader in minimally invasive and bariatric surgery with more than 20 years of experience.

Visit bariatrics.stonybrookmedicine.edu to learn more.

The hallmarks of excellence in bariatric surgery centers are national accreditation and verifiable, top-tier surgical outcomes. Stony Brook’s Bariatric and Metabolic Weight Loss Center has achieved both of these recognitions.

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Bahl Center will transform approach to precision cancer medicine Learning more about cancer is essential to effectively fighting the disease. Researchers have been probing its intricacies for decades, which has resulted in numerous successes, including finding new methods to detect cancer and developing medicines and cutting-edge technology to treat it.

One of the newer inroads to understanding cancer is within the field of metabolomics — learning more about fats, or lipids, and how they metabolize, or burn energy. Cancer cells grow much faster than healthy cells, and they reprogram their metabolism so that they can spread throughout the body uncontrollably.

To further the study of metabolomics, Stony Brook University Cancer Center has unveiled a transformative cancer research center that will enable experts to examine the metabolic dynamics of tumors and pioneer new approaches in cancer research, detection, treatment and prevention.

The Kavita and Lalit Bahl Center for Metabolomics and Imaging, a stateof-the-art facility, was unveiled in a naming ceremony on Dec. 1 at Stony Brook University Hospital. The center is made possible by the vision and support of Kavita and Lalit Bahl of Setauket and their two generous gifts totaling $13.75 million.

Under the guidance of Yusuf A. Hannun, MD, Director, Stony Brook Cancer Center, and Lina Obeid, MD, Dean of Research, Stony Brook University School of Medicine, the Bahl Center brings together Stony Brook researchers in the fields of metabolomics, cancer biology, medical imaging and computational oncology. Dr. Hannun is a renowned physician-scientist whose career has spanned more than 30 years as a cancer clinician and researcher investigating the lipid mediators of cancer cell signaling.

Dr. Obeid manages approximately $75 million in research grants and is a nationally renowned researcher in cancer biology whose research has been continuously funded by the National Institutes of Health for over 20 years.

The center will have a cyclotron (a particle accelerator) and advanced medical imaging technology. The combination of these two technologies with dedicated expert researchers will enable the mapping of tumors with more precision and lead to discoveries that will advance cancer research. From this gained knowledge, the ultimate goal is to improve patient care, which may include:

At the unveiling of the Bahl Center, from left, Lina Obeid, MD, Dean of Research, Stony Brook University School of Medicine; Yusuf A. Hannun, MD, Director, Stony Brook University Cancer Center; Lalit Bahl; Kavita Bahl; Samuel L. Stanley Jr., MD, Stony Brook University President; and Kenneth Kaushansky, MD, Senior Vice President, Health Sciences, and Dean, Stony Brook University School of Medicine

• C reation of medicines and other treatments that are uniquely targeted to the exact types of cancer cells within a tumor • Identification of specific types of treatment that are best suited to each individual patient • Accurate analysis of how well a treatment or medication is working • Early signs that a cancer is coming back “The Bahl Center will transform • Development of ways to find cancers precision-based cancer care by enabling earlier or even stop them from starting our scientists and physicians to learn • Improved ability to identify people more about the characteristics and who are most at risk for developing behavior of each patient’s specific cancer,” said Kenneth Kaushansky, MD, certain cancers

Senior Vice President, Health Sciences, and Dean, Stony Brook University School of Medicine. “As these research breakthroughs are realized, public health policies can be developed to facilitate cancer prevention practices. The result will be a decades-long impact on cancer research, medical treatments and patient care.”

Current Stony Brook University School of Medicine laboratories and other University scientific laboratories will conduct research for the center.

Permanent physical space for the center will be located in the Medical and Research Translation (MART) building upon opening of the MART in 2018.

Setauket philanthropists invest in pioneering cancer research Stony Brook University Cancer Center researchers are pushing the frontiers of cancer research, pursuing novel pathways toward eradicating a disease that currently leads to more than eight million deaths worldwide every year.

Two of those researchers, Yusuf A. Hannun, MD, and Lina Obeid, MD, are the world’s leading experts in cancer lipidomics, which focuses on examining the effect of fatty molecules, or lipids, on cancer behavior and the body’s responses to different cancer therapies.

Now, thanks to a $13.75 million investment by Kavita and Lalit Bahl, these pioneering researchers will be able to develop a cutting-edge program that builds on existing areas of exceptional strength at Stony Brook. This will involve new recruitments, enhanced capabilities and program development.

“Demonstrating anew their deeply felt commitment to illuminating knowledge, eradicating suffering and partnering with Stony Brook to help achieve these goals, Kavita and Lalit Bahl provide a shining example of the power of philanthropy,” said Stony Brook University President Samuel L. Stanley Jr., MD. At the new Kavita and Lalit Bahl Center for Metabolomics

and Imaging, Stony Brook will bring together three established areas of excellence — metabolomics, cancer research and medical imaging — to create a unique cancer-fighting enterprise.

“This gift is transformational to the Stony Brook Cancer Center, as it will add momentum to our research endeavors in cancer and positively impact our patients,” said Dr. Hannun, Director, Stony Brook Cancer Center, Vice Dean for Cancer Medicine and Joel Strum Kenny Professor in Cancer Research.

“Metabolomics is a relatively new frontier in cancer research.

It represents one of the most promising approaches in cancer therapy, as it enables scientists to target pathways not previously thought possible with cancer drugs.”

The Bahls have said that this sense of urgency and forwardlooking approach to studying cancer captured their imagination and inspired them to partner with Stony Brook.

“Stony Brook has been a notable leader in both discovering and using breakthrough imaging technology to advance understanding and treatment of diseases,” Lalit Bahl said.

“Kavita and I are certain that as they work together in the new center they will make important discoveries that will improve the lives of people living with cancer.”

Lalit (left) and Kavita Bahl

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Hernia repair: Offering a wide range of options Hernias are a common health problem. Stony Brook Medicine’s new Hernia Center offers a wide range of options to diagnose and treat many types of hernias. Our experienced hernia experts work together as a team to design the best treatment plan possible so patients can get back quickly to their normal lives and daily activities.

A hernia occurs when there is a weakness, or opening, in the muscle and connective tissue that surround the belly area. Patients may feel a slight bulge, discomfort or pressure as organs push out through this weakness. However, many patients may have this opening/ weakness even if organs aren’t actively pushing through. Over time, this bulge or area of weakness can grow in size.

Occasionally, a portion of your intestine can become trapped in the hernia, which requires emergency medical attention.

Some hernias are inguinal, which means they develop in the groin area.

Another type is a ventral hernia, which can start anywhere on the front of the belly wall. Some patients have incisional hernias, occurring at the incision site of a previous surgery or hernia repair.

There are several different ways to treat hernias effectively today. Stony Brook Medicine provides all of them for our patients. We bring hernia surgeons together with plastic surgeons and pain management specialists, so they can collaborate on the most suitable, individualized treatment plus follow-up

Hernia Center Co-Directors Andrew Bates, MD; Sami Khan, MD; and Michael Paccione, MD, lead a team of more than 15 general, minimally invasive and plastic surgeons.

care that helps patients recover with minimal pain and complications.

Some of our procedures use a mesh patch, made of synthetic or natural material, to close the gap where the hernia protrudes. Suturing the patient’s own tissue back together, without the mesh patch, is another option. We also do hernia repairs that are minimally invasive, using the latest technology to limit surgery and, thereby, speed recovery.

We encourage people to consult us with any questions or concerns they might have about hernia surgery and recovery, before their condition becomes an emergency. Your doctor can help you decide which of our many hernia repair options is the right choice for you.

Although “the first fix is the best fix,” we are also highly skilled at treating patients who have a recurring hernia after having surgery somewhere else.

For those who feel chronic groin pain after inguinal hernia repair — and it is estimated that at least 10 percent of patients experience this problem — our pain management specialists provide a range of solutions.

Patients see specialists at their offices in Centereach, East Setauket and Smithtown. Another office will open soon in Commack. Every location offers a team approach with experienced experts sharing their expertise and skills to deliver the most effective treatment for you.

Pushing radiosurgery to the Edge™

Radiation Oncologist Alexander Stessin, MD, PhD, explains a radiosurgery procedure.

When there is a diagnosis of cancer, the doctor often explains three main ways to treat it. In addition to surgery and medical oncology (chemotherapy), there is radiation therapy.

Depending on a patient’s type of cancer, age and medical history, these three modalities may be used alone or in combination for treatment.

A comprehensive radiation therapy program has been in place for decades at Stony Brook University Cancer Center. Each new technologic and research advance in the field has led to improvements in patient care.

Now, the Edge™ is here. This newest weapon in the fight against cancer was recently installed in the Department of Radiation Oncology. It is precise and noninvasive — no incisions are needed. Radiosurgery with the Edge offers an alternative to traditional surgery for patients with cancer.

The Edge gives our radiation oncologists the power to find and destroy tumors hiding in the most difficult-to-reach places, without harming any of the vital tissues and nerves that surround them. Stony Brook’s radiation oncology team can visualize the targeted tumor in real time, precisely calculating the patient’s movement, including

internal respiratory motion. Because the Edge is taking the body’s movement into account during treatment, the radiation beam can precisely target the tumor.

Radiosurgery with the Edge is used for patients who have malignant cancers and benign tumors.

Stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) is an example of the type of procedure performed.

SBRT involves the delivery of a single high-dose radiation treatment or radiation treatments given over the course of three to five days.

However, there is an even more important component than the technology: the in-depth knowledge and experience of the radiation oncologists. This is Stony Brook’s advantage. Our doctors have actually helped develop this type of radiation treatment and technology, which is used around the world.

In addition, our radiation oncologists work with multiple specialists at Stony Brook Cancer Center, including medical physicists, surgeons, oncologists and oncology nurses. The team collaborates to provide the patient with individualized, optimal care.

For more information, call (631) 638-1000 or visit cancer.stonybrookmedicine.edu.

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Stony Brook Children’s opens region’s first Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Center In a milestone event for patients with muscular dystrophy throughout the region, Stony Brook Children’s Hospital has opened a new clinical and research center dedicated to state-ofthe-art, multidisciplinary care — and to discovering more and better treatment options for muscular dystrophy in the future.

Located in Technology Park in East Setauket, the Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Comprehensive Care Center is the only one of its kind from Baltimore to Boston. Its goal is to create innovative ways to extend and improve quality of life for patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), a devastating disease that occurs mostly in boys and is characterized by progressive muscle degeneration, weakness and a shortened lifespan.

In the tri-state region of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut alone, an estimated 1,000 boys are affected by DMD.

Triple fellowship-trained neurologist Susan Manganaro, MD, assesses a patient at the new Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Center in East Setauket. She heads the team and brings expertise in child neurology, clinical neurophysiology and sleep medicine.

Advanced approach brings new hope “In the past, families of patients with DMD have had to travel long distances to get the care they need,” said Margaret McGovern, MD, PhD, Professor and Chair, Department of Pediatrics, Stony Brook University School of Medicine, and Physician-in-Chief, Stony Brook

Children’s Hospital. “Today, we are bringing this care close to home.”

Integrated, multidisciplinary muscular dystrophy care Triple fellowship-trained neurologist Susan Manganaro, MD, heads the center’s multidisciplinary team and brings expertise in child neurology, clinical neurophysiology and sleep medicine.

Team members include pediatric specialists from neurology; cardiology; pulmonary medicine; gastroenterology; orthopaedics; endocrinology; physical, occupational and respiratory therapy; genetics; nutrition; social work; and additional support services.

The center also offers on-site, stateof-the-art cardiac imaging, a pulmonary function testing laboratory, childfriendly facilities for patient evaluations and access to clinical studies of new and emerging treatment options.

The development of high complexity clinical and research programs such as the comprehensive Duchenne Center is just one more way Stony Brook is demonstrating its commitment to children, said Dr. McGovern. Stony Brook Children’s has more than 180 physicians in all pediatric specialties and will be opening a new children’s hospital on campus in 2018.

Accurately diagnosing and effectively treating movement disorders A movement disorder is any brain problem that affects your ability to use your hands and feet to do what you need to do. This could be because your limbs are rigid and you can’t initiate movements (Parkinson’s disease), your hands shake (Parkinson’s disease or essential tremor) or your muscles contract when you don’t want them to (dystonia).

The effects of having a movement disorder can be debilitating, but treatment is available. If you or someone you know is experiencing any of these symptoms, you should be evaluated by a neurologist knowledgeable about and specially trained in movement disorders.

At the Stony Brook Movement Disorders Center, the expertise of our specialists is so advanced that it is sought out by community neurologists to properly diagnose challenging cases and treat complex movement disorders.

The center offers medical management, botulinum toxin injection and surgical therapy to appropriate candidates.

During your initial evaluation, you’ll

From left, Chuck Mikell, MD, Movement Disorders and Epilepsy Neurosurgeon; Hannah Czarkowska, MD, Movement Disorders Neurologist; Thomas Preston, PhD, Neuropsychologist and Director, Neuropsychology Services; and Guy Schwartz, MD, Movement Disorders Neurologist

be asked to perform different tasks, such as writing, walking across the room, pouring water, drinking water and drawing spirals. Through these

seemingly simple tasks, a movement disorders neurologist is able to pick up nuances in one’s movements and make a diagnosis.

Once an accurate diagnosis is established, treatments can begin. They range from physical therapy to medicine to brain surgery, and are all available at Stony Brook.

Patients on medication and still suffering from bothersome symptoms of movement disorders are potential candidates for surgery. It involves placing small wires into the brain and stimulating them with electrical current, which is known as deep brain stimulation or DBS. This procedure gives patients increased mobility, use of their hands and greater independence. The surgery is safe and effective, and many patients with movement disorders can benefit.

To schedule an appointment with a Stony Brook movement disorders neurologist, call (631) 444-2599. To schedule an appointment with a Stony Brook movement disorders neurosurgeon, call (631) 444-1213.

For more information, visit neuro. stonybrookmedicine.edu.

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Five facts about taking your child to the Emergency Room When your child needs emergency care, you don’t always have a choice on where to go. Ambulances and emergency medical services may be directed to take your child to the nearest hospital. But if you do have a choice, here are a few things to consider:

Ensure that the focus stays on the child.

There are so many ways to make the emergency experience safer and more comfortable for your child. For example, our teams do everything they can to reduce or eliminate pain. This includes using numbing cream for IVs, shots and blood draws; intranasal spray medicines for pain; partnering with the Child Life Services Department to use distracting techniques; allowing parents to be with their child at all times, even during procedures; and treating pain as soon as it arises.

Not all emergency departments are the same.

Stony Brook is a Regional (Level 1) Pediatric Trauma Center, the only one of its kind in Suffolk County. This designation from New York State means that we’re as equipped to handle the most severe injuries and complex cases.

Children’s emergency medicine is different.

At Stony Brook we understand that children are not small adults. That’s why Stony Brook Children’s Hospital has a dedicated, 24/7 Pediatric Emergency Department (ED) — separate from the adult ED — that provides special access to child- and family-centered resources. Our pediatric emergency medicine-trained physicians, acutecare pediatricians and pediatric nurses know how to immediately handle nearly every type of pediatric emergency illness or injury.

Stony Brook Children’s dedicated pediatric emergency department offers 24/7 care that addresses the unique physical and emotional needs of children.

Not all hospitals have a wide range of pediatric specialists on hand.

Emergencies and trauma often require a collaborative approach among subspecialist physicians and teams.

For example, a child who was in a car accident may have damage to multiple organ systems and require the services

of a pediatric neurologist, pediatric orthopedist, pediatric anesthesiologist and pediatric specialty surgeons. With more than 180 pediatric specialists available at Stony Brook Children’s, representing all pediatric specialties, your child can get the proper specialized care he or she may need.

In an emergency, every second counts.

You want to make sure you get your child to the place that can best meet his or her needs both at the time, and if complications occur later on. Having to transfer from a community hospital ED to a Regional (Level 1) Trauma Center or a specialized ED for children can result in a longer time finding the right diagnosis and a delay in lifesaving treatment. When you start at Stony Brook, you’re already starting in the right place.

Learn more at stonybrookchildrens. org/pediatric-emergencydepartment.

Technologically advanced, lifesaving care Traumatic injury is the leading cause of death for all Americans under age 45.

Having access to comprehensive trauma care in our community saves lives.

Each year close to 15,000 adults and children with traumatic injuries are seen at Stony Brook. Nearly 2,000 of these patients have moderate to severe, often life-threatening, injuries, and require admission to Stony Brook University Trauma Center, the only hospital in Suffolk County that provides the highest level of trauma care (Level 1) for both adult and pediatric patients.

Not all trauma centers are the same.

At Stony Brook, patients have 24/7 access to in-house, board-certified, critical care and general surgeons and specialists, allowing for immediate treatment of even the most traumatic and complex injuries.

In addition, the center has a wide scope of services and equipment, including operating rooms that are fully staffed around-the-clock, CT scanners and MRI machines right in the emergency room, and a vast, readily available supply of blood products.

Patient care results are evaluated both statewide and nationally through various quality improvement programs.

In the most recent report issued by the national program of trauma centers, Stony Brook was ranked in the top deciles

number of special programs designed to keep community members safe. These include: Teddy Bear Clinics: Proper use of car seats, and the use of helmets for sports are encouraged in these school-based prevention programs, which have been shared with over 30 schools in Suffolk County.

Senior Fall Prevention: Educational programs for older adults and their families to help them remain independent and safe are conducted regularly, as are evidenced-based programs (such as Tai Chi) designed to improve balance and prevent fall injury.

Timely and comprehensive care matters. Stony Brook offers the highest level of trauma care when every second counts.

among over 300 trauma centers in the treatment of seriously injured patients.

This means that patients treated at Stony Brook Trauma Center had a better chance of survival and were less likely to develop a major complication than patients treated at other trauma centers.

Stony Brook Trauma Center also focuses on injury prevention. Throughout the year, trauma staff members offer a

Traffic Violators: Through a partnership with the Suffolk County Police Department, EAC (Empower, Assist Care) Network and the Suffolk County Traffic and Parking Violation Agency, the Trauma Center speaks to over 50 adults per month who have been ticketed for serious moving violations. This educational program is designed to teach the consequences of risky driving and offer techniques for behavior changes to help make the roadways safer for everyone.

Bleeding Control for the Injured (B-Con) Courses: Stony Brook Trauma Center offers free education in how to

recognize and control life-threatening bleeding, using commercially made tourniquets, bandages and dressings.

The course was developed in response to mass casualty events, but the lifesaving skills learned can also be applied in the home, work, educational or public setting. Using lifelike mannequins with simulated blood, B-Con teaches everyday people to provide critical, immediate bleeding control, bridging the gap from the time of injury to arrival of first responders.

Stony Brook also offers sports safety clinics, teen driving initiatives, Safe Kids “Safety Games,” parent information sessions and more to organizations in the community, free of charge.

What can you do to prevent injury?

Use established safety items, such as seat belts for all adults, car seats for children and helmets for any sport. Focus on the task of driving and avoid distractions, such as phones and GPS devices. Be aware of speed while driving, as any increase in speed is associated with greater injury should a crash occur. Make your home safer by using a safety checklist, available online at trauma.stonybrookmedicine. edu/homesafetychecklist.

For additional information, visit trauma.stonybrookmedicine.edu.

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Heart attack: Know the early signs and symptoms With Long Island’s only accredited Chest Pain Center — and one of only 11 statewide — Stony Brook University Heart Institute is a leader in saving the lives of heart attack victims.

“Since 85 percent of heart damage occurs within the first two hours of a heart attack, it is critical to treat patients as fast as possible, so less heart muscle is damaged,” said Pamela Kostic, RN, CCCC, Heart Institute Certified Cardiovascular Care Coordinator. And educating the community to recognize possible heart attack symptoms — and take action — is a vital part of that.

What is a heart attack?

A heart attack occurs when an area of the heart muscle dies or is permanently damaged because of inadequate blood and oxygen supply. Immediate attention is necessary; the faster the artery can be opened, the less damage to the muscle and the more quickly the heart can recover.

The American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association guidelines are to open the blockage in 90 minutes or less (called door-to-balloon time, which spans arrival at the hospital until the blockage is cleared). Stony Brook Medicine has achieved an average time of 56 minutes, well below this target.

Early heart attack symptoms don’t always involve the chest.

Although chest pain is a classic

symptom, other signs can be subtler.

There may be discomfort you wouldn’t define as “pain” and it may be felt in other places, like the inner arm — often, but not always, the left arm — or in the jaw or teeth. It may get worse with activity and improve with rest. It may come and go, increasing a bit each time it comes.

It may feel like indigestion or the flu.

You may feel extra tired, short of breath or sweaty. Or you may feel anxious, like something is wrong. And these signs can occur, hours, days, even weeks before the heart attack.

Symptoms differ for men and women.

Men tend to have their blockages in their main arteries and often — but, not always — feel the classic symptoms of chest pressure, squeezing or heartburn.

For more than 70 percent of women who have heart attacks, the first symptoms are unusual fatigue, shortness of breath, sleep disturbance, a feeling of anxiety, indigestion or back pain.

Kostic cautions that symptoms can vary.

“A 52-year-old woman with a history of high cholesterol was feeling chest burning and woke up at 2 am with severe upper back pain,” she said. “The patient attributed her pain to GERD. After four hours with the same symptoms, she called 911 and upon arrival at Stony Brook, she was rushed to the Cath Lab based on her symptoms and abnormal

EKG (electrocardiogram) test results. She received a cardiac stent and is doing well.”

If you suspect a heart attack, what should you do?

It’s best to call 911, rather than drive or get a ride to the hospital. There are two main reasons for this: Ambulances are equipped with defibrillators, which can save your life if your heart attack triggers an unstable heart rhythm.

Most Emergency Medical Services (EMS) are equipped with 12-lead EKGs, which means they can transmit results to the hospital electronically en route. At Stony Brook, we assemble the treatment team and equipment you need before you arrive.

Why a chest pain center matters.

If you’re having a heart attack, a chest pain center is where you want to be because it is intentionally designed to provide the most effective and efficient assessment, diagnosis and treatment.

At Stony Brook’s Chest Pain Center, you’ll find: • A trauma room just for patients with heart attack symptoms. And if the patient has already been recognized through a pre-transmitted EKG as having one of the most lethal and common types of heart attacks, we have a specially trained team there waiting for them.

Stony Brook is Long Island’s only Chest Pain Center with PCI. The PCI designation means that we use a specialized treatment called percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) — ensuring that patients experiencing an acute heart attack receive rapid treatment in the cardiac cath lab to minimize damage to the heart muscle.

• E KG transmitted directly from the EMS team. This enables our doctors to prepare appropriately, ahead of your arrival.

• Instant EKG in the ER. If you go to Stony Brook’s Emergency Room with chest pain or heart attack symptoms, the first person you will see is a registered nurse who will perform an EKG within an average of five minutes.

When an EKG doesn’t give the full answer, a super-fast CT scanner in the ER can confirm whether or not you are in danger of having a heart attack, and often prevent it before it happens. The onset of a heart attack may be difficult to predict, but at Stony Brook, with our fast 320-slice CT scanner, we can tell if a patient is in danger or not, then treat that patient immediately and appropriately.

The CT scan can also reveal partial blockages and the presence of plaque that indicates the need for outpatient treatment. Patients receive information about the early signs of disease that they can then work to control.

Stony Brook Medicine’s Advanced Imaging: At the forefront of technology, expertise – and convenience Now there’s another great reason to choose Stony Brook for diagnostic imaging. It’s called Advanced Imaging, a new outpatient diagnostic imaging center located at 1320 Stony Brook Road in Stony Brook.

Advanced Imaging makes it easy to access high-quality, state-of-the-art diagnostics. The full-service facility offers magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), positron emission tomography (PET), computed tomography (CT), x-ray, mammography and ultrasound — all in one convenient location.

The center is staffed by the same subspecialty-trained radiologists and experienced technologists who work at Stony Brook Medicine. They are leaders in their field whose contributions to MRI technology won a Nobel Prize — and whose expertise serves as a resource to the region, including our community hospitals, for specialized imaging.

Easy and convenient The new custom-designed imaging center, located behind the Coventry Commons Center, is designed to make it easy to get the diagnostics you need.

Conveniences include: • Easy scheduling: Many tests can be performed on a walk-in basis, and others can be scheduled the same day.

• Fast test results: Turnaround is efficient with same-day results available in most cases.

• Radiology expertise: Staffed by Stony Brook Medicine radiologists on-site at all times.

• Free parking: Parking is free and right in front of the building.

• Lower cost: Depending on the patient’s insurance coverage, co-pays or coinsurance at the outpatient facility are usually lower than those for hospitalbased imaging, so be sure to check with your insurance carrier.

Expertise and patient comfort Advanced Imaging is distinguished by the same hallmarks as Stony Brook’s imaging program overall. These include the sophistication of the technology — both the hardware (equipment) and the software, including the algorithms that are used to calibrate imaging studies, positioning and dosage of radiation. The center offers combined PET/CT scans (a

A mammographic technologist prepares a patient for her mammogram on our Hologic Selenia® Dimensions® 3D Mammography Unit.

technology that Stony Brook was first to bring to Long Island), as well as a 64-slice CT scanner for cardiac imaging.

In addition, the center’s 55 radiologists — the doctors who plan the studies and read the scans — are renowned not only as clinicians but also as physician-scientists conducting research and teaching the next generation of radiologists at Suffolk County’s only academic medical center.

The skill, training and experience of the imaging team, who administer the scans, position the equipment and ensure the patient’s comfort throughout the process, is another hallmark of the program.

Low-Dose imaging The center’s imaging team specializes in delivering the lowest doses of radiation possible for tests such as CT scans and x-rays, something particularly important for children. The team accomplishes this through a combination of sophisticated software, individualized test calibrations, and physician training and experience — without sacrificing accuracy or efficiency.

Collaborative communications A picture archiving and communications system allows for rapid access to computerized (digital) images at multiple sites for both radiologists and referring physicians. High-speed data connections make it possible for images to be transmitted and viewed by doctors offsite, making real-time consultations possible. A CD containing study images is provided at the request of the referring physician.

Advanced Imaging is open Monday through Saturday. To schedule an appointment, call (631) 638-2600.

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Stony Brook opens Pituitary Care Center The pituitary, a small, pea-sized organ located at the base of the brain, behind the eyes, is a “master gland” of the body.

It produces many hormones that control other endocrine glands and certain functions of the body.

Given all that it controls, it’s no wonder that pituitary disorders are often complex, and that successful diagnosis and treatment of such disorders can be a challenge.

The new Stony Brook Pituitary Care Center provides Long Islanders with easy access to personalized, coordinated expert care for a wide range of pituitaryrelated disorders including tumors of the pituitary. The latter, though usually benign (noncancerous), can cause vision problems and hormonal imbalance.

The many disorders and diseases that the center diagnoses and treats include:

of this hormone in men is unclear. Causes of high prolactin levels include an excessive production of the hormone by a pituitary tumor, compression of the pituitary stalk by a large pituitary tumor and other conditions. In men, high prolactin levels can lead to erectile disorder. In women, this condition may cause irregular or absent periods, as well as secretion of breast milk despite not giving recent birth.

Raphael Davis, MD, Neurosurgeon, Professor and Chair, Department of Neurosurgery, and Co-Director, Stony Brook University Neurosciences Institute

Igor Kravets, MD, Endocrinologist and Assistant Professor, Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, Stony Brook Medicine

Craniopharyngiomas: Noncancerous tumors that develop in a part of the brain called Rathke’s pouch, which is at the base of the brain above the pituitary gland. These tumors usually consist of a mix of calcium deposits and pockets of fluid called cysts.

Acromegaly: A condition caused by a pituitary tumor’s excessive production of growth hormone that results in excessive growth of the hands, feet, forehead and jaw, and leads to many complications, such as diabetes, high blood pressure and sleep apnea.

made by the adrenal glands. Cushing’s disease manifests as weight gain, easy bruising, round and reddish face, a fat pad on the back of the neck, high blood pressure and wide, pink stretch marks on the abdomen.

Rathke’s cleft cysts: These are not tumors, but rather noncancerous, closed pockets of fluid that develop at the base of the brain and grow as fluid collects inside, pushing on surrounding structures.

Cushing’s disease: A condition caused by a pituitary tumor’s excessive production of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) which, in turn, triggers excessive production of cortisol, a stress hormone

Adenomas: Noncancerous (benign) tumors that develop in the pituitary gland.

Hyperprolactinemia: A condition caused by high levels of prolactin in blood.

Prolactin is a pituitary hormone regulating breast milk production in pregnant and nursing women. Men’s pituitaries also secrete prolactin; however, the role

Under the direction of Igor Kravets, MD, an endocrinologist, and Raphael Davis, MD, a neurosurgeon, the center offers a team approach that includes specialists from endocrinology, neurosurgery, otolaryngology (ENT), radiation oncology, neuropathology, neuroradiology and neuro-ophthalmology. It is the only center in Suffolk County to offer a multidisciplinary team of experts for pituitary care.

Patients diagnosed with a pituitary tumor that requires surgery can rest assured that the experts at the Stony Brook Pituitary Care Center are skilled in the latest minimally invasive surgery techniques using natural pathways through the nose to achieve excellent results. Having such a high-quality level of pituitary care close to home can make the course of your treatment easier.

To make an appointment with one of our Stony Brook Pituitary Care Center specialists, call (631) 444-0580 or (631) 444-1213 or visit medicine. stonybrookmedicine.edu/pituitary.

Treating brain tumors in children After leukemia, brain tumors represent the most common type of cancers in children.

Most brain tumors in children remain in the brain and usually do not spread to other parts of the body. They can be lifethreatening if they grow in a vital area of the brain and press on other parts of the brain that control body functions.

The most common brain tumors in children under the age of 15 are pilocytic astrocytoma (usually slow growing and benign), medulloblastoma — a type of rapidly growing tumor, and ependymoma (cancerous) tumors.

Over the age of 15, pituitary (usually noncancerous) tumors and pilocytic tumors are the most common.

“Benign or slower growing brain tumors tend to have more subtle symptoms, while malignant/fast growing tumors tend to have more severe symptoms,” said David A. Chesler, MD, PhD, a pediatric neurosurgeon at Stony Brook Children’s Hospital. Yet, as Dr. Chesler explains, “Younger patients may be unable to tell a parent or doctor that there is a problem, which can cause a delay in diagnosis.”

Some of the symptoms to watch for in your child are headaches, hydrocephalus (known as water on the brain), nausea and/or vomiting, failure to thrive, blurry vision, cranial nerve palsy, sleepiness, numbness and/or weakness, scoliosis, gross and/or fine motor delays, and bowel and/or bladder dysfunction.

Fortunately, at Stony Brook Children’s our entire focus is children, and our comprehensive team of pediatric experts includes neurosurgeons like Dr. Chesler, as well as neuroradiologists and neurointerventional radiologists, pediatricians, pediatric intensivists, pediatric oncologists, radiation oncologists, pediatric nurses, child life specialists and social workers.

There are several tests that the Stony Brook Children’s team may recommend to diagnose a brain tumor in a child.

These include: neurological exams, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT) scan, cerebrospinal fluid examination or positron emission tomography (PET) scan. A stereotactic biopsy, in which a tissue sample is removed from the child’s brain using MRI guidance, may also be performed.

Once diagnosed, treatment options, outcomes and recovery depend on a variety of factors, which include: child’s age, child’s general health, tumor location, amount of tumor remaining after surgery, and whether the cancer has spread to other parts of the brain or parts of the body.

Using a technique called neuronavigation, Dr. Chesler and his colleagues are able to plan a precise surgical approach to a targeted area to preserve healthy brain surrounding the tumor. “The primary goal of treatment is to remove as much of the tumor as possible or to slow the tumor’s growth with as little harm to the child’s normal brain as possible,” explained Dr. Chesler.

In addition, monitoring may be used to protect a child’s nervous system during surgery to help reduce the risk of postoperative complications.

David A. Chesler, MD, PhD, a pediatric neurosurgeon at Stony Brook Children’s Hospital, is an expert in the surgical treatment of brain tumors in children.

To learn more about pediatric brain tumors and Stony Brook Children’s Hospital, call (631) 444-KIDS (5437). To make an appointment with Dr. Chesler, call (631) 444-1213 (Option #1).

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Vein care from leading vein specialists If you suffer from varicose veins, spider veins or some other form of vein disease, you’re not alone. About 50 to 55 percent of women and 40 to 45 percent of men in the United States suffer from some sort of vein problem. That’s more than 80 million Americans.

There are several risk factors for varicose veins and spider veins. They include family history, increasing age (over 50), obesity, smoking, pregnancy and hormonal changes, prior blood clots and prolonged standing or sitting. Symptoms may include aching or burning, easily tired legs, itching over the varicose veins, leg heaviness or pain, leg swelling, a rash on the legs, darkening of the skin and skin ulcers near the ankle.

When self-help measures such as exercise, elevating your legs or wearing compression stockings have failed, there are many options and countless healthcare providers who offer treatment options. But it takes a vein specialist to recognize which veins have an underlying problem, properly diagnose and recommend the treatment that’s right for you.

At the Center for Vein Care — which has several locations across Long Island and is part of Stony Brook Medicine — you’re offered a unique combination of accreditation expertise, experience, innovation,

individualized options and convenience.

Our work with thousands of patients has taught us that vein disease can affect not only your appearance, but also your activity level and quality of life.

That is why our goal is twofold: to help restore your legs to their healthy good looks and help you quickly get back into the swing of things. After a consultation with one of our board-certified vascular surgeons and an ultrasound evaluation, we’ll recommend a personalized treatment plan.

Led by Tony Gasparis, MD, the team of highly knowledgeable vascular surgeons at the Center for Vein Care includes Angela Kokkosis, MD, George Koullias, MD, PhD, David Landau, MD, Shang Loh, MD, Nicholas Sikalas, MD, and Apostolos Tassiopoulos, MD. They use the most advanced, least invasive surgical and nonsurgical techniques. Many treatment options are performed right in the office, using local anesthesia or mild sedation, for a pain-free experience.

The center now offers VenaSeal™ and Varithena®, new nonthermal technologies for the treatment of varicose veins. Both VenaSeal (super-glue) and Varithena (foam sclerosant) result in instant vein closure, require no anesthesia, and cause less pain during and after the procedure.

Center for Vein Care free Varicose Vein Screenings SaturdayS March 18 • April 22 8 am to 2 pm 23 South Howell Avenue, Suite G Centereach

WedneSdayS March 8 • March 22 8 am to 2 pm 500 Commack Road, Suite 102A Commack

registration is required by calling (800) 345-VeIN (8346).

To make an appointment for a consultation or a free vein screening with one of our vascular surgeons, call (800) 345-VEIN (8346). For more information, visit vein.stonybrookmedicine.edu.

What to look for when considering an aesthetic service Thinking about diminishing certain facial lines, or reducing a double chin?

Want to get rid of skin redness or visible veins in your face and legs? Or maybe you’re contemplating corrective permanent makeup or camouflaging an old scar or blemish.

With so many day spas and med spas around, how do you know which is right for your needs?

For a massage, facial or mani-pedi, by all means, choose a day spa. But if you want an effective, noninvasive treatment to significantly enhance your appearance, you’re in better hands at a med spa under medical leadership. In addition to a credentialed clinical staff, a med spa should have physician specialists who actively manage standards and practices.

Bellavie MedSpa, which is part of Stony Brook Medicine, is unusual in that it has two medical directors: a plastic and reconstructive surgeon and a vascular surgeon/vein specialist, both of whom are board-certified leaders in their respective fields. And the person

Janet Trabosh, PA-C, MPH (left), Associate Director, Bellavie MedSpa

administrating your treatment at Bellavie is a certified and licensed healthcare professional using state-of-the-art medical technologies and medical-grade products to perform a comprehensive range of services.

With injectables, our specialists can treat wrinkles and other visible signs

of aging around your eyes, mouth and forehead. Options include dermal fillers to restore youthful fullness to your face and lips while filling contours and softening facial creases, or Botox® and Xeomin® to prevent and erase wrinkles and frown lines.

Bellavie also has state-of-the-art laser

technology that can help improve your skin tone and texture, remove facial veins and unwanted hair, treat rosacea and sunspots, minimize scars and birthmarks, revitalize skin and reduce wrinkles.

Services also include medical-grade chemical peels, cosmetic tattooing and sclerotherapy for the treatment of spider veins.

“We screen every client for potential allergic reactions, drug interactions and other medical issues, and we take the time to fully explain the potential risks and side effects of any service,” said Janet Trabosh, PA-C, MPH, Associate Director, Bellavie MedSpa. “Hospitalquality hygiene and safety practices are also maintained.”

Bellavie’s medical supplies and tools are either disposable or autoclaved (pressure steamed) for sterility; the technicians are all Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certified; there’s an automated external defibrillator (AED) and anaphylaxis kit on-site; and the staff is trained and conducts drills in emergency preparedness.

For more information, call (631) 638-3950 or visit bellaviemedspa.com.

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Compassionate care for women’s special needs Pelvic floor disorders (PFDs), which include urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence, overactive bladder, pelvic pain and pelvic organ prolapse are common conditions, affecting more than one-third of U.S. women. Nearly one-quarter of women in the U.S. have one or more PFDs that cause symptoms.

While pelvic floor disorders can affect both men and women, PFDs are more common in women and with advanced age. It’s important to note that PFDs should not be considered a “normal” part of aging and many of these disorders can be successfully treated.

An estimated 377,000 women underwent surgery in 2010 to correct a bladder control problem or pelvic organ prolapse, and this number is projected to rise sharply over the next several decades.

A PFD occurs when the pelvic muscles and connective tissue weaken or are injured. The most common types of PFDs are: Pelvic organ prolapse. A “prolapse” occurs when the pelvic muscles and tissue can no longer support one or more pelvic organs, causing them to drop or press into the vagina.

Bladder control problems. The leaking of urine, called urinary incontinence, can occur when the bladder falls from its proper place. Other symptoms include a sudden, strong urge to urinate.

Bowel control problems. The leaking of liquid or solid stool from the rectum, called fecal incontinence, can occur when the rectum is out of place. It also can occur if there is damage to the anal sphincter, the ring of muscles that keep the anus closed.

Symptoms of different PFDs can overlap. For example, women with PFDs may:

Suffolk County’s most comprehensive team of specialists in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery: from left, Steven Weissbart, MD; Eva Swoboda, MD; Ebenezer Babalola, MD, Co-Director; Lauri Budnick, MD; and Jason Kim, MD, Co-Director

• F eel heaviness, fullness, pulling or aching in the vagina that worsens by the end of the day or when having a bowel movement • See or feel a “bulge” or “something coming out” of the vagina • Have a hard time starting to urinate or emptying the bladder completely • Have frequent urinary tract infections • Leak urine when coughing, laughing or exercising • Feel an urgent or frequent need to urinate • Feel pain while urinating • Leak stool or have a hard time controlling gas • Suffer constipation

of life. Fortunately, pelvic floor disorders are often reversible with treatment.

At Stony Brook Medicine’s Women’s Pelvic Health and Continence Center, women have access to Suffolk County’s largest multidisciplinary team of specialists in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery in a single location.

This state-of-the-art center, which opened in the summer of 2016, is home to a highly specialized practice of urogynecologists, urologists, colorectal surgeons and pelvic floor physical therapists who have specialized training in treating a variety of pelvic floor disorders using the latest techniques.

If you experience any symptoms of a pelvic floor The center is located at 140 North Belle Mead Road, disorder, you need specialized care. Having a pelvic East Setauket. For additional information visit floor disorder can interfere greatly with your quality womenshealth.stonybrookmedicine.edu.

A complex digestive issue?

Stony Brook GI specialists can help Everyone has minor digestive issues like nausea, heartburn or diarrhea from time to time. But if the problem becomes more than occasional, or gets worse and begins to affect everyday life, it’s time to consult a specialist.

Gastroenterologists and hepatologists at Stony Brook Medicine are highly trained to evaluate, diagnose and treat complex conditions and diseases of the gastrointestinal (GI) system. At Stony Brook, the doctors have a collaborative relationship with their colleagues from other specialties, including surgeons, oncologists and cardiologists, making it convenient to confer and determine the best course of treatment.

Specific treatment centers and programs include: Interventional Endoscopy Center. The doctors specialize in providing procedures using endoscopes — thin tubes with tiny lights and video cameras that are inserted into the nose, mouth or rectum. The endoscopes in skilled hands can allow doctors to evaluate complex GI disorders, as well as provide nonsurgical treatments for conditions, such as Barrett’s esophagus, complex biliary diseases, chronic pancreatitis and GI cancers.

Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD) Center. This center cares for individuals with illnesses including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. The specialists have extensive experience in accurately diagnosing these diseases and creating individualized treatments for patients.

Chief of Gastroenterology and Hepatology Jonathan Buscaglia, MD, with Karen Wiederkehr, RN, and Juan Carlos Bucobo, MD

problems, this expert team takes the most effective approach for the individual, from prescribed medicine to minimally invasive surgical options.

Liver Disease Clinic. Hepatologists are doctors who provide advanced evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of liver diseases, including viral hepatitis, autoimmune liver diseases, hepatitis C, as well as liver injury from viruses, drugs or other toxins. Stateof-the-art diagnostic tools are used to accurately identify and tailor treatment plans to the type of disease involved.

Screening Colonoscopy Program. Preventing colon cancer is possible with early detection. The first step is to make an appointment for a screening. At Stony Brook, there are options: a virtual colonoscopy or a screening colonoscopy. To find out more about each option, call (631) 444-COLON (631-444-2656).

Heartburn and Esophageal Center. Severe, frequent “heartburn” may actually be gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD. Left untreated, GERD can harm the To learn more about Stony Brook’s Gastroenterology and Hepatology services, esophagus and may lead to other illnesses. To treat reflux and other esophageal call (631) 444-5220 or visit stonybrookmedicine.edu/patientcare/gi.

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Staller Center 2017 season The Staller Center for the Arts is celebrating 28 years of bringing world-class acts to our backyard. Through its lively offerings of music, dance, dramatic and comedic performances, Staller Center’s shows have enthralled young and old.

All events are held in the Staller Center for the Arts, Stony Brook University, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook.

Visit stallercenter.com for more details or to purchase tickets.

Gala 2017: Itzhak Perlman

Peter Cincotti

Undeniably the reigning virtuoso of the violin, Itzhak Perlman enjoys superstar status rarely afforded a classical musician.

Beloved for his charm and humanity as well as his talent, he is treasured by audiences throughout the world who respond not only to his remarkable artistry, but also to his irrepressible joy in making music. Perlman has appeared with every major orchestra and in recitals and festivals around the world. He is truly an ambassador for music making.

A musician The New York Times has called “one of the most promising singerpianists of the next generation,” Peter Cincotti blends pop, rock, blues and jazz.

With a piano, a bench, a microphone and his band, he will take his audience on a breathtaking musical ride. Cincotti has performed in some of the world’s most prestigious venues from Carnegie Hall to L’Olympia in Paris and has collaborated with artists ranging from Andrea Bocelli to DJ David Guetta to Ray Charles.

Starry Nights March

Russian National Ballet Theatre

Stars of the music world come out for Starry Nights, a word-of-mouth phenomenon growing each year, and defying anyone’s preconceptions about chamber music. This exciting and eclectic musical program is produced by artistic director Colin Carr. Featured artists for this concert will be Colin Carr, cello, and Jennifer Frautschi, violin, and other artists.

The Russian National Ballet Theatre was created in Moscow, dedicated to upholding the timeless tradition of classical Russian ballet while incorporating new developments in dance from around the world. With more than 50 dancers, this legendary company is presenting two classic stories. Enjoy both “Carmen” and “Romeo and Juliet” in one spectacular evening on the Staller Center stage.

Saturday, March 4, 8 pm Main Stage, $75

Wednesday, March 8, 8 pm Recital Hall, $38

Thursday, March 9, 8 pm Recital Hall, $30

Itzhak Perlman

Saturday, March 11, 8 pm Main Stage, $48

The Five Irish Tenors

Emerson String Quartet

The Five Irish Tenors fuse Irish wit and boisterous charm with lyricism, dramatic flair and operatic style. The Tenors feature famously beloved Irish songs and opera, including W.B. Yeats’s “Down by the Salley Gardens,” Verdi’s “O Mio Rimorso” from “La Traviata,” Cherubini Bixio’s “Mamma, The Rose of Tralee,” Mozart’s “Il Mio Tesoro,” “Will You Go Lassie Go” and the glorious “Danny Boy” performed by Ireland’s most legendary tenors.

The Emerson Quartet’s itinerary includes extensive concerts throughout North America, multiple tours of Europe and dates in Denmark, Czech Republic, Italy, Spain, Germany, Poland, Turkey, Austria, Hungary and the United Kingdom.

The program will include: Tchaikovsky Quartet No. 3 in Eb minor, op. 30; Debussy String Quartet, op. 10; and Dvorak String Quartet in C major, op. 61.

Saturday, March 18, 8 pm Recital Hall, $42

Cashore Marionettes: Not Just For Kids Sunday, March 26, 4 pm Recital Hall, $20

The internationally acclaimed Cashore Marionettes redefine the art of puppetry. Through a combination of virtuoso manipulation, beautiful music, theatrical illusion and artistic insight, the puppeteers share a vision of what it is to be human. The marionettes are truly engineering marvels.

Martha Graham Dance Company

Saturday, April 8, 8 pm Main Stage, $48 Recognized as one of the greatest artists of the 20th century, Martha Graham created a movement language celebrating the expressive capacity of the human body. This show will feature masterpieces by Graham alongside newly commissioned works by contemporary artists inspired by Graham’s legacy.

Cuisine and Confessions

Cecile McLorin Salvant and Sullivan Fortner

Life happens in the kitchen…elaborately choreographed family meals, lessons learned, secrets exchanged, bonds forged. Les 7 Doigts de la Main (Canada’s award-winning circus/acrobat troupe) integrates an eye-popping flight of acrobatic cirque choreography and pulsating music to present an endlessly entertaining show in a kitchen setting on stage.

Grammy-award winner Cecile McLorin Salvant returns to the Staller Center Recital Hall after a stunning performance here with Wynton Marsalis in 2013. This time Salvant will showcase her unique interpretations of rarely recorded jazz and blues compositions with Sullivan Fortner on piano, the 2015 Cole Porter Fellow in Jazz of the American Pianists Association.

Saturday, April 1, 8 pm Sunday, April 2, 4 pm Main Stage, $42

Martha Graham Dance Company

Tuesday, April 4, 8 pm Recital Hall, $48

Saturday, April 29, 8 pm Recital Hall, $42

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Events and support groups at Stony Brook Medicine Stony Brook Medicine offers a wide range of programs, lectures, workshops, support groups and other events throughout the year to help you, your family, friends and neighbors take better care of your health and enhance your well-being.

Most events are free, and in many cases, registration is required.

For more information, call (631) 444-4000.

Vascular Screening

Varicose Vein Screening

Saturday, March 4 • 8 am to 3 pm Stony Brook University Hospital, Level 5 101 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook

Wednesday, March 8 • 8 am to 2 pm Center for Vein Care 500 Commack Road, Suite 102A Commack

Are you 60 or older? A current or past smoker? Smoking is the single most important risk factor for vascular disease. Other major risk factors include diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease and a family history of aortic aneurysm. Aneurysms and strokes, common conditions caused by vascular disease, can strike suddenly and without warning. Attend this free screening to identify and treat underlying causes before symptoms appear. Preregistration and a brief qualifying interview are required. No walk-ins accepted. Call (631) 638-2100 to register.

Bariatric and Metabolic Weight Loss Seminar Monday, March 6 • 5 to 6:30 pm Bariatric and Metabolic Weight Loss Center 23 S. Howell Ave., Suite D, Centereach Freedom from obesity is attainable with the right combination of tools and support. Learn about the causes, health risks and treatment options, tailored to each patient’s needs, lifestyle and goals.

Both medical and surgical options will be discussed followed by a questionand-answer session. To register, call (631) 444-4000.

Diabetes Self-Management Training Class Monday-Wednesday, March 6-8 6 to 9 pm Stony Brook Education Center 14 Technology Drive, Suite 1, East Setauket This comprehensive, American Diabetes Association-accredited training and support program provides adults with diabetes and their families the knowledge, skills and tools needed to successfully manage diabetes and avoid the many associated complications. Topics include blood glucose monitoring, stress management, meal planning, exercising, medications, travel, vacationing, new technologies and community resources.

Check with your insurance carrier about coverage. Pre-registration and physician referral are required. For more information, call Diabetes Education at (631) 444-0580 or Patty Skala, RN, CDE, Program Coordinator, at (631) 444-9954.

This free screening is open to individuals between the ages of 18 and 80 who suffer from large varicose veins that are causing pain and/or swelling. A brief, noninvasive examination of the lower legs will be provided by board-certified vascular surgeons. Registration is required by calling (800) 345-VEIN (8346).

Gastric Balloon: New Weight Loss Option Monday, March 13 • 5 to 6 pm Stony Brook University Hospital Lobby Conference Room 101 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook The gastric balloon, a new, nonsurgical weight-loss option, is being offered by the bariatric surgical specialists at Stony Brook Medicine’s Bariatric and Metabolic Weight Loss Center. Inserted into the stomach, the balloon works by taking up space, helping to decrease portion sizes. The program requires a 12-month commitment to diet and exercise. Our team of experts — bariatric surgical specialists, dietitians and medical staff — will assist you at every step. Attend an information session and meet our surgeons in the Division of Bariatric, Foregut and Advanced Gastrointestinal Surgery, who will lead the discussion and answer questions.

For additional information or to register, please call (631) 444-2274.

Stony Brook Medicine hosts many events aimed at helping members of the community stay healthy.

and treatment of cancer. This full-day program features presentations from experts at Stony Brook University Cancer Center, interactive workshops, displays and information from community organizations. The event is free and includes lunch. Registration is required.

Not recommended for guests under age 16. Call (631) 444-4000 for information.

an informative health lecture by a Stony Brook Medicine expert. For more information about the Mall Walkers program, call (631) 444-4000.

Library Talk About Herbal Medications

Learn lifesaving skills from nurse educators at Stony Brook University Heart Institute. The class is free, but for those who would like an American Heart Association CPR card, there is a $10 fee. Learn how to respond to an adult, child and infant who is in cardiac arrest. Demonstrations on the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) are also covered. Registration is required.

(Same-day registration is possible, but please call first.) To register, call (631) 444-3322.

Tuesday, March 21 • 7 to 8 pm Lindenhurst Library 1 Lee Avenue, Lindenhurst Learn about herbal medications and their effects. This presentation features experts from Stony Brook Medicine: Edmund Hayes, RPh, PharmD, Assistant Director of Pharmacy; Ankit Gohel, RPh, PharmD; and Amanda Conenna, RPh, PharmD. For more information call (631) 957-7755.

Varicose Vein Screening

Varicose Vein Screening

Saturday, March 18 • 8 am to 2 pm Center for Vein Care 23 S. Howell Ave., Suite G, Centereach

Wednesday, March 22 • 8 am to 2 pm Center for Vein Care 500 Commack Road, Suite 102A Commack

This free screening is open to individuals between the ages of 18 and 80 who suffer from large varicose veins that are causing pain and/or swelling. A brief, noninvasive examination of the lower legs will be provided by board-certified vascular surgeons. Registration is required by calling (800) 345-VEIN (8346).

Cancer Wise Café Saturday, March 18 • 8:30 am to 3 pm Charles B. Wang Center Stony Brook University 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook Learn about the latest advances in the prevention, diagnosis, management

This free screening is open to individuals between the ages of 18 and 80 who suffer from large varicose veins that are causing pain and/or swelling. A brief, noninvasive examination of the lower legs will be provided by board-certified vascular surgeons. Registration is required by calling (800) 345-VEIN (8346).

Mall Walkers Wednesday, March 29 • 8 to 10 am Smith Haven Mall, Food Court, Lake Grove Enjoy a morning of exercise, complimentary snack, blood pressure screening and

HeartSaver/AED CPR Class Wednesday, March 29 • 4 to 7 pm Stony Brook University Hospital 101 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook

Library Talk About Treatments for Hernias Friday, March 31 • 1 to 2 pm Bayport-Blue Point Library 203 Blue Point Avenue, Blue Point Samer Sbayi, MD, Department of Surgery at Stony Brook Medicine, leads an informative discussion about hernias and their treatments. For more information call (631) 363-6133.

Vascular Screening Saturday, April 1 • 8 am to 3 pm Stony Brook Vascular Center 222 Middle Country Road, Suite 209, Smithtown Are you 60 or older? A current or past smoker? Smoking is the single most

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important risk factor for vascular disease.

Other major risk factors include diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease and a family history of aortic aneurysm. Aneurysms and strokes, common conditions caused by vascular disease, can strike suddenly and without warning. Attend this free screening to identify and treat underlying causes before symptoms appear. Pre-registration and a brief qualifying interview are required. No walk-ins accepted. Call (631) 444-2683 to register.

Bariatric and Metabolic Weight Loss Seminar Monday, April 3 • 5 to 6:30 pm Bariatric and Metabolic Weight Loss Center 23 S. Howell Ave., Suite D, Centereach Freedom from obesity is attainable with the right combination of tools and support. Learn about the causes, health risks and treatment options, tailored to each patient’s needs, lifestyle and goals.

Both medical and surgical options will be discussed, followed by a questionand-answer session. To register, call (631) 444-4000.

Gastric Balloon: New Weight-Loss Option Monday, April 10 • 5 to 6 pm Stony Brook University Hospital Lobby Conference Room 101 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook The gastric balloon, a new, nonsurgical weight-loss option, is being offered by the bariatric surgical specialists at Stony Brook Medicine’s Bariatric and Metabolic Weight Loss Center. Inserted into the stomach, the balloon works by taking up space, helping to decrease portion sizes. The program requires a 12-month commitment to diet and exercise. Our team of experts — bariatric surgical specialists, dietitians and medical staff — will assist you at every step. Attend an information session and meet our surgeons in the Division of Bariatric, Foregut and Advanced Gastrointestinal Surgery, who will lead the discussion and answer questions. For additional information or to register, please call (631) 444-2274.

Varicose Vein Screening Saturday, April 22 • 8 am to 2 pm Center for Vein Care 23 S. Howell Ave., Suite G, Centereach This free screening is open to individuals between the ages of 18 and 80 who suffer from large varicose veins that are causing pain and/or swelling. A brief, noninvasive examination of the lower legs will be provided by board-certified vascular surgeons. Registration is required by calling (800) 345-VEIN (8346).

Port Jefferson Health and Wellness Fest

Bariatric and Metabolic Weight Loss Seminar

Saturday, April 22 • 9 am to 1 pm Earl L. Vandermeulen High School 350 Old Post Road, Port Jefferson

Monday, May 1 • 5 to 6:30 pm Bariatric and Metabolic Weight Loss Center 23 S. Howell Ave., Suite D, Centereach

This free health fair features medical experts from Stony Brook Medicine who will provide the latest information on cancer care, children’s health, digestive health, heart health and neurology.

Health screenings will be offered. For information, call (631) 473-1414 or visit portjeffhealth.com.

Mall Walkers Wednesday, April 26 • 8 to 10 am Smith Haven Mall, Food Court, Lake Grove

Freedom from obesity is attainable with the right combination of tools and support.

Learn about the causes, health risks and treatment options, tailored to each patient’s needs, lifestyle and goals. Both medical and surgical options will be discussed followed by a question-and-answer session. Call (631) 444-4000 to register.

Diabetes Self-Management Training Class

Monday-Wednesday, May 1-3 • 6 to 9 pm Stony Brook Education Center 14 Technology Drive, Suite 1, Enjoy a morning of exercise, complimenEast Setauket tary snack, blood pressure screening and an informative health lecture by a Stony This comprehensive, American Diabetes Brook Medicine expert. For more infor- Association-accredited training and mation about the Mall Walkers program, support program provides adults with diabetes and their families the knowledge, call (631) 444-4000. skills and tools needed to successfully manage diabetes and avoid the many HeartSaver/AED CPR Class associated complications. Topics include Wednesday, April 26 • 4 to 7 pm blood glucose monitoring, stress management, meal planning, exercising, Stony Brook University Hospital medications, travel, vacationing, new 101 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook technologies and community resources.

Learn lifesaving skills from nurse Check with your insurance carrier educators at Stony Brook University about coverage. Pre-registration and Heart Institute. The class is free, but physician referral are required. For more for those who would like a two-year information, call Diabetes Education/ American Heart Association CPR Endocrinology at (631) 444-0580 or Patty card, there is a $10 fee. Participants Skala, RN, CDE, Program Coordinator, will learn how to respond to an adult, at (631) 444-9954. child and infant who is unresponsive and in cardiac arrest. Demonstrations “Docs That Rock” on the use of an automated external Battle of the Bands defibrillator (AED) and how to respond Sunday, May 7 • noon to 5 pm to choking emergencies are also covered. Emporium, 9 Railroad Ave., Patchogue Registration is required. (Same-day Enjoy an afternoon out for a rockin’ registration is possible, but please call good cause. Participating bands feature first.) To register, call Yvonne Leippert, musicians who are also physicians at Stony RN, MS, CCRN, at (631) 444-3322.

Brook Medicine, Southampton Hospital and Eastern Long Island Hospital, as well as other Long Island hospitals. All Vascular Screening proceeds benefit bone marrow transplant Friday, April 28 • 8 am to 3 pm programs for patients. Tickets can be Stony Brook Vascular Center purchased online for $20, which includes 500 Commack Road, Suite 102a, admission and buffet. At the door, tickets Commack are $25. Cash bar. Online registration will Are you 60 or older? A current or past be available beginning April 15 at cancer. smoker? Smoking is the single most stonybrookmedicine.edu/events. important risk factor for vascular disease.

Other major risk factors include diabetes, Gastric Balloon: high blood pressure, high cholesterol, New Weight Loss Option heart disease and a family history of Monday, May 8 • 5 to 6 pm aortic aneurysm. Aneurysms and strokes, Stony Brook University Hospital, common conditions caused by vascular Lobby Conference Room disease, can strike suddenly and without 101 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook warning. Attend this free screening to The gastric balloon, a new, nonsurgical identify and treat underlying causes weight-loss option, is being offered before symptoms appear. Pre-registration by the bariatric surgical specialists at and a brief qualifying interview are Stony Brook Medicine’s Bariatric and required. No walk-ins accepted. Metabolic Weight Loss Center. Inserted into the stomach, the balloon works by Call (631) 444-2683 to register.

taking up space, helping to decrease portion sizes. The program requires a 12-month commitment to diet and exercise. Our team of experts — bariatric surgical specialists, dietitians and medical staff — will assist you at every step. Attend an informational session and meet our surgeons in the Division of Bariatric, Foregut and Advanced Gastrointestinal Surgery, who will lead the discussion and answer questions.

For additional information or to register for an educational session, please call (631) 444-2274.

Mall Walkers Wednesday, May 31 • 8 to 10 am Smith Haven Mall, Food Court, Lake Grove Enjoy a morning of exercise, complimentary snack, blood pressure screening and an informative health lecture by a Stony Brook Medicine expert.

For more information about the Mall Walkers program, call (631) 444-4000.

HeartSaver/AED CPR Class Wednesday, May 31 • 4 to 7 pm Stony Brook University Hospital 101 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook Learn lifesaving skills from nurse educators at Stony Brook University Heart Institute. The class is free, but for those who would like a two-year American Heart Association CPR card, there is a $10 fee. Participants will learn how to respond to an adult, child and infant who is unresponsive and in cardiac arrest. Demonstrations on the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) and how to respond to choking emergencies are also covered.

Registration is required. (Same-day registration is possible, but please call first.) To register, call Yvonne Leippert, RN, MS, CCRN, at (631) 444-3322.

National Cancer Survivors Day Sunday, June 4 • 11:30 am to 3 pm Stony Brook University Cancer Center 3 Edmund D. Pellegrino Road, Stony Brook Stony Brook University Cancer Center hosts its 13th annual celebration for cancer survivors and their friends and families, and Stony Brook staff. The event will feature keynote speaker Jennifer Arnold, MD, a neonatologist and cancer survivor, who currently practices in Texas, but was part of Stony Brook’s neonatology team from 2007 to 2008.

Full of inspiring stories of survival, the afternoon also includes live music, the Parade of Survivors and fun activities, including dunk-a-doc, face painting and caricatures. The event is free, but reservations are required. Online registration will be available beginning April 15 at cancer.stonybrookmedicine. edu/events.

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Events at Stony Brook University: Music is in the air The Department of Music at Stony Brook is proud to present its 2017 spring season, featuring its students, faculty and professional guests.

These shows, many of which are free to the public, are in addition to what is offered by the Staller Center for the Arts.

All programs are held in the Staller Center. To order tickets, visit stallercenter.com, call (631) 632-ARTS or visit the box office in the lobby of the Staller Center, Monday through Saturday, noon to 6 pm.

Visit stonybrook.edu/music for updates.

Contemporary Chamber Players Wednesday, March 1, 8 pm Recital Hall, Free “Young America”: A program of music by American composers, from jazz to minimalism and maximalism.

Directed by Eduardo Leandro.

Stony Brook Composers Monday, March 6, 8 pm Recital Hall, Free The talented student composers at Stony Brook work side by side with the stellar performers of the Contemporary Chamber Players to present new music in a colorful range of styles.

Baroque Sundays at Three Sunday, March 19, 3 pm Recital Hall, Free The Stony Brook Baroque Players features Beth Wenstrom, a brilliant young Baroque violinist and Stony Brook alumna. She will present a program of 17thand 18th-century music from the courts of Europe, sharing her passion, expressivity and blinding virtuosity.

Samuel Baron Prizewinner’s Concert Tuesday, March 21, 8 pm Recital Hall, Free The Samuel Baron Prize is a biennial career advancement award given in remembrance of Samuel Baron, the renowned flutist and founding faculty member of the Stony Brook University Department of Music. The 2015 winner is Christina McGann, currently a violin instructor at Vanderbilt University and concertmaster of the Nashville Opera.

Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra Saturday, March 25, 8 pm Main Stage, $20 The program includes Brahms, “Academic Festival Overture”; Bruch, “Scottish Fantasy” for

violin and orchestra; Schumann, Symphony No. 3 in E-flat major (“Rhenish”). Featuring Brendan Shea, violin soloist, winner of the 2016 Concerto Competition.

Conducted by Glen Cortese.

Free pre-concert lecture with Michael Hershkowitz at 7 pm in the Recital Hall.

Piano Project Tuesday, March 28, 5 pm and 8 pm, Recital Hall, Free The Stony Brook Piano Project is an annual collaboration of more than 25 graduate pianists at Stony Brook University who put together a marathon concert series of solo, four-hand and duo piano music centered on a single theme or group of composers.

Wind Ensemble Wednesday, April 12, 8 pm Main Stage, $10 “Four Legs for Us”: Conductor Bruce Engel leads the Wind Ensemble in a concert of classical favorites and music featuring animals, including Prokofiev’s “Peter and the Wolf.”

Contemporary Chamber Players Thursday, April 13, 8 pm Recital Hall, Free The Contemporary Chamber Players have performed at a variety of venues and with many other groups: Continuum, New Millennium, The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, Aequalis, The New Jersey Percussion Ensemble, Earplay, The Guild Trio, Argento and Bang on a Can, to name a few. In this concert, Stony Brook student performers curate their own program of contemporary music.

Stony Brook Composers Tuesday, April 18, 8 pm Recital Hall, Free The talented young composers at Stony Brook work side by side with the stellar performers of the Contemporary Chamber Players to present new music in a colorful range of styles.

Stony Brook Opera

Sonic Spring

Saturday, April 22, 8 pm Sunday, April 23, 3 pm Main Stage, $20

Friday, April 28, 8 pm Recital Hall, Free

The Stony Brook Opera and Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra present a fully staged production of Benjamin Britten’s 1946 opera, “The Rape of Lucretia.” A searing indictment of European fascism, this gripping opera features a cast of eight singers and a chamber orchestra of 13 players. Stony Brook Opera is proud to present soprano Ju Hyeon Han in the role of the Female Chorus in the opera; she is the first blind singer to perform a leading role in an American college or conservatory production.

Timothy Long conducts; Ted Altschuler makes his Stony Brook Opera debut as stage director.

Jazz and New Music Night Tuesday, April 25, 8 pm Recital Hall, Free Small jazz and improvising music groups led by Ray Anderson perform new works and jazz standards. Come hear the “Bright Moments.”

Christina Dahl in Concert Wednesday, April 26, 8 pm Recital Hall, Free World-renowned chamber musician, soloist and teacher Christina Dahl has spent 21 years on the piano faculty at Stony Brook University. Her solo recital will feature Frédéric Chopin’s Preludes and related works.

Jazz Ensemble Thursday, April 27, 8 pm Recital Hall, $10 Stony Brook University’s famed big band, The Blowage, swings the night away with original charts, sizzling classics and hot soloists; featuring Ray Anderson.

Experience the sizzling energy and subtle expressions of electronic sounds and “musique concrete.”

This dazzling program includes electronic music sound sculptures, virtuoso instrumental performance and video projection.

Baroque Sundays at Three Sunday, April 30, 3 pm Recital Hall, Free The Stony Brook Baroque Players once again bring their superb musicianship and stylish performances to the Staller stage. Music from the entire Baroque period will be sung and played on period and modern instruments.

Stony Brook Chorale And Camerata Singers Monday, May 1, 8 pm Recital Hall, $10 Shoshana Hershkowitz leads the Camerata Singers in a program of works by Morten Lauridsen.

The Stony Brook Chorale will present a program of folk music (with bluegrass band), spirituals and gospel music for accompanied and a cappella choir.

University Orchestra Tuesday, May 2, 8 pm Main Stage, $10 The University Orchestra’s final concert includes Liszt’s Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2 and Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4. Conducted by Susan Deaver. Featured concerto soloist will be the winner of the 2017 Undergraduate Concerto Competition.

Contemporary Chamber Players Wednesday, May 3, 8 pm Recital Hall, Free “Percussion Plus!”: The Contemporary Chamber Players kick

off the Spring Chamber Festival with a program of chamber works for percussion and theater, from Stockhausen to Birtwistle. Directed by Eduardo Leandro.

Spring Chamber Music Festival Wednesday, May 3, 5 pm, 8 pm; Thursday, May 4, 5:30 pm, 8 pm; Friday, May 5, noon, 5 pm, 8 pm; Saturday, May 6, 8 pm Recital Hall, Free Faculty, students, guest artists and members of the Emerson String Quartet will perform chamber works of all genres, styles, periods and configurations. The week opens with the Emerson String Quartet and concludes with an honors concert featuring the winners of the Ackerman Chamber Music Competition. Visit stonybrook. edu/music for complete listings.

West African Music Ensemble (VOLTA) Thursday, May 4, 5:30 pm Staller Center Steps (Rain location: Recital Hall), Free VOLTA, the West African music student ensemble, directed by Faith Conant, will perform selections of music from the Gbe-speaking peoples of southern Togo, Ghana and Benin in a concert featuring guest artists Nani Agbeli and Mathieu Gnonlonfoun.

Ackerman Honors Chamber Recital Saturday, May 6, 8 pm Recital Hall, Free The Lauren V. Ackerman Memorial Chamber Concert was endowed by Dr. Ackerman’s family as a tribute to his memory and a continuing reminder of the arts that he cherished. Beginning in 2010, the Department of Music established a competition for the purposes of identifying a particularly worthy group to receive a prize and to perform at this concert.

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