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HealthAlliance Hospital Recognized Nationally for Fair Share Spending
April 12, 2024
HealthAlliance Hospital among 20 percent of hospitals nationwide meeting – or exceeding – obligations for community investment, according to healthcare think tank KINGSTON, N.Y., (April 2, 2024) –– HealthAlliance Hospital has been recognized by the Lown Institute as a 2024 Top Hospital for Fair Share Spending, a distinction that places HealthAlliance Hospital among only 20 percentContinue reading "HealthAlliance Hospital Recognized Nationally for Fair Share Spending"
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Hudson Valley Renegades, Westchester Medical Center Health Network Announce New, Multi-year Partnership Extension
April 11, 2024
Expanded partnership includes naming rights of the all-new WMCHealth Club Lounge Wappingers Falls, N.Y. (April 11, 2024) – The Hudson Valley Renegades, the High-A affiliate of the New York Yankees, and Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) today announced a multi-year Pinstripe Partnership extension, with WMCHealth remaining as the Official Hospital Partner of the Hudson Valley Renegades.Continue reading "Hudson Valley Renegades, Westchester Medical Center Health Network Announce New, Multi-year Partnership Extension"
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Westchester Medical Center Health Network Appoints Alfred P. Vigorito, Esq., as Chief Risk Officer
April 3, 2024
Vigorito will focus on professional and general negligence matters. VALHALLA, N.Y. (April 3, 2024) – The Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) is pleased to announce the appointment of Alfred P. Vigorito, Esq., as its new Chief Risk Officer. In this pivotal role, Vigorito will lead WMCHealth’s Risk Management Department, focusing on professional and general negligence matters. HisContinue reading "Westchester Medical Center Health Network Appoints Alfred P. Vigorito, Esq., as Chief Risk Officer"
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The Power of the Family Advisory Council: Celebrating 10 Years of Success
February 15, 2024
In 2013, Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital established the Family Advisory Council (FAC), a group consisting primarily of family members of patients, hospital staff, and administrative leadership, coming together as partners to advocate for patient needs, improve the quality of care, and enhance the experience of patients and their family members. As of today, the FACContinue reading "The Power of the Family Advisory Council: Celebrating 10 Years of Success"
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Margaretville Hospital Awarded Accreditation from Globally Renowned Safety Program
February 15, 2024
Margaretville Hospital Has Been Recognized for Participation and Excellence in Medicare Program MARGARETVILLE, N.Y. (February 15, 2024) – Margaretville Hospital has been deemed compliant with Medicare Conditions of Participation for Critical Access Hospitals by DNV Healthcare USA, Inc. This recertification is significant for the hospital and the community it serves as it shows Margaretville HospitalContinue reading "Margaretville Hospital Awarded Accreditation from Globally Renowned Safety Program"
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Burn Center at Westchester Medical Center Verified by the American Burn Association
February 8, 2024
North of New York City, Westchester Medical Center’s Highly Specialized Service the only one of its kind in Eastern New York State VALHALLA, N.Y. (February 8, 2024) – The American Burn Association (ABA) has verified The Burn Center at Westchester Medical Center as an Adult and Pediatric Burn Center, after a rigorous and thorough reviewContinue reading "Burn Center at Westchester Medical Center Verified by the American Burn Association"
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Good Samaritan Hospital Launches Expert Surgical Second Opinion Center
February 8, 2024
Our experts will help assess the risks and benefits of surgery or possibly offer other treatment alternatives. SUFFERN, N.Y. (February 26, 2024) – Good Samaritan Hospital is proud to announce the launch of the region’s first Expert Surgical Second Opinion Center. In an effort to empower patients facing surgical decisions, WMCHealth’s Good Samaritan Hospital nowContinue reading "Good Samaritan Hospital Launches Expert Surgical Second Opinion Center"
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Same-Day Cardiology and Heart Disease Prevention Programs Saving Lives at Westchester Medical Center
February 8, 2024
Westchester-based cardiac programs improving heart health in County and Hudson Valley VALHALLA, N.Y. (February 5, 2024) – Fern, a Westchester County resident, awoke recently with excruciating pain. It passed and she didn’t think much of it until the headaches started and persisted. Finally, knowing that she had a history of heart disease in her family, FernContinue reading "Same-Day Cardiology and Heart Disease Prevention Programs Saving Lives at Westchester Medical Center"
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Westchester Medical Center Health Network Appoints William B. Pryor as Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer
January 29, 2024
Pryor’s priorities include recruitment and retention as well as new strategies for workforce communication and employee engagement. VALHALLA, N.Y. (January 29, 2024) – The Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) has named William B. Pryor to the position of Executive Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer. In his position, Pryor will oversee WMCHealth’s workforce recruitment, labor relations and workforce policies.Continue reading "Westchester Medical Center Health Network Appoints William B. Pryor as Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer"
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Internist Kirithika Mohanathaas, MD joins Rockland Pulmonary and Medical Associates
January 29, 2024
Prior to joining Rockland Pulmonary and Medical Associates, Dr. Mohanathaas was in community healthcare for the past five years. Internist Kirithika Mohanathaas, MD, has joined Rockland Pulmonary and Medical Associates, part of Bon Secours Medical Group, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. Dr. Mohanathaas is board certified in Internal Medicine. Prior to joiningContinue reading "Internist Kirithika Mohanathaas, MD joins Rockland Pulmonary and Medical Associates"