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Westchester Medical Center Health Network Teams with Law Enforcement to Host National Drug Take Back Day Collection Sites
April 29, 2024
Community members can bring tablets, capsules, patches, and other solid forms of prescription, over the counter and veterinary medications VALHALLA, N.Y., (April 25, 2024) – Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) will partner with local law enforcement to host National Drug Take Back Day collection sites throughout Westchester, Orange, and Rockland counties, Saturday April 27. CommunityContinue reading "Westchester Medical Center Health Network Teams with Law Enforcement to Host National Drug Take Back Day Collection Sites"
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Westchester Medical Center Foundation Announces 2024 Slate of Trustees
April 29, 2024
At the Foundation’s recent quarterly meeting, the Board of Trustees warmly welcomed its newest member, Bill Madden VALHALLA N.Y. (April 29, 2024) – The Westchester Medical Center Foundation is proud to unveil its distinguished slate of trustees for 2024, marking a year of significant growth for the philanthropic arm of Westchester Medical Center, the flagship hospitalContinue reading "Westchester Medical Center Foundation Announces 2024 Slate of Trustees"
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Westchester Medical Center Earns National Recognition for Comprehensive Epilepsy Care
April 23, 2024
Westchester Medical Center Accredited by National Association of Epilepsy Centers as a Level 4 Provider of Comprehensive Epilepsy Care VALHALLA, NY – April 23, 2024 – WMCHealth’s Westchester Medical Center has achieved Level 4 accreditation by the National Association of Epilepsy Centers (NAEC). The Level 4 accreditation from the NAEC is granted to centers that haveContinue reading "Westchester Medical Center Earns National Recognition for Comprehensive Epilepsy Care"
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New York Medical College and Westchester Medical Center Appoint Erika Berman Rosenzweig, M.D., to Lead Departments of Pediatrics; Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital
April 17, 2024
Dr. Rosenzweig is an internationally recognized expert in the medical field of pulmonary hypertension VALHALLA N.Y., (April 17, 2024) – Academic medical center partners New York Medical College (NYMC) and Westchester Medical Center have jointly announced the appointment of Erika Berman Rosenzweig, M.D., as Chair of the Department of Pediatrics at NYMC School of Medicine and Director,Continue reading "New York Medical College and Westchester Medical Center Appoint Erika Berman Rosenzweig, M.D., to Lead Departments of Pediatrics; Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital"
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WMCHealth President and CEO Michael D. Israel to Retire in 2025; Board Announces National Search for Network’s Next Leader
April 16, 2024
Over Nearly Two Decades, Israel Has Overseen WMCHealth’s Revitalization And Expansion Into A Multi-Hospital Regional Healthcare Network Valhalla, N.Y. (April 16, 2024) –– After nearly 20 years as President and Chief Executive Officer of Westchester Medical Center and the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), Michael D. Israel will retire from his position at the end of 2025. The Westchester County Healthcare Corporation (WCHCC) Board of Directors has initiated a nationwide searchContinue reading "WMCHealth President and CEO Michael D. Israel to Retire in 2025; Board Announces National Search for Network’s Next Leader"
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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"
Healthy Living
The Truth About Nightcaps: Ditch the Drink, Get a Good Night’s Sleep
April 4, 2024
Alcohol may feel relaxing but disrupts REM sleep, causes dehydration, and worsens sleep apnea. WMCHealth experts recommend healthy habits like mocktails, meditation, and consistent routines to improve rest and overall well-being.
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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"