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Importance: With expanded patient criteria to include patients at extremes of age including babies ≥ 9 months and elderly patients often with co-morbidities, it is increasingly important to shorten anesthetic time to decrease risk to patients undergoing cochlear implant surgery. Placement check is recommended for slim modiolar electrodes which have a potential for tip fold-over. However, intraoperative X-rays can often be time consuming and difficult to interpret. Objectives: The primary objective...
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Our 24-hour Emergency Department is part of the Regional Trauma and Burn Center for the entire Hudson Valley. We are fully staffed by experienced board-certified emergency room physicians, nurse practitioners, and critical care nurses, along with physicians in every medical specialty including pediatrics, cardiac care, neurology, neurosurgery and burns. What Happens When I Arrive? When you arrive at our Emergency Department, a triage nurse will obtain a brief medical history and take your vital si...
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Overview The Emergency Department at Westchester Medical Center (WMC) is the only Level 1 Trauma Center for the Hudson Valley Region. Our state-of-the-art facilities provide complex, multi-disciplinary emergency care 24 hours a day to adult and pediatric patients, including walk-ins, those brought in by EMS, and trauma cases transferred from other facilities. Serving all levels of emergency need, we are the local hospital of choice for the most critically injured patients requiring the most advanced int...
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Office Location Westchester Medical Center Emergency Room 1D-17 Valhalla, New York 10595 Phone: (914) 493-7656 Program Director David Goldwag, MD GoldwagD@wcmc.com Program Coordinator Sara Cardi cardis@wcmc.com
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VALHALLA, N.Y. (May 18, 2021) – During National EMS Week (May 16-22), Westchester Medical Center, the flagship of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), is recognizing emergency medical service personnel from the Hudson Valley and beyond for their life-changing and lifesaving efforts. “Emergency medical service personnel are the true, healthcare frontliners,’’ said Tina Cocuzza, MD, Director of Westchester Medical Center’s Emergency Medical and Interfacility Patient Transfer Se...
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Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) launched a new communications technology at its network hospitals this week to provide the highest level of prehospital care and preparation for Hudson Valley patients while en route to the hospital’s emergency departments. WMCHealth – home to the only hospital in the Hudson Valley with a Level I trauma center for both children and adults at Westchester Medical Center and Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital in Valhalla, and a Level II trauma center at M...
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As a pre-teen, Annakay Dennis, now 24, was diagnosed with lupus, a condition that led to kidney failure. For two years, Annakay received dialysis care at WMCHealth’s HealthAlliance Hospital as she waited for a life-changing organ donation. Jennifer Buda, 35, is a nurse working out of the VA Hospital at Castle Point. She is also a congregant, like Annakay, of the Abundant Life Tabernacle Church in Kingston. After watching Annakay struggle with her condition, Jennifer offered Annakay the gift of a better ...
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VALHALLA, N.Y. and POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. (July 15, 2020) – Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) announces the establishment of onsite, dedicated pediatric services at MidHudson Regional Hospital, Poughkeepsie, NY, under the auspices of the Network's Maria Fareri Children's Hospital (MFCH). The new MFCH pediatric center of the region's only children's hospital will provide pediatric emergency room services as well as inpatient care. Expected to be fully operational by late summer 2020, the ...
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VALHALLA, N.Y. (February 1, 2021) – Sledding is a fun wintertime activity for families, however those exhilarating slides down neighborhood hills send more than 20,000 children to emergency rooms each year, according to a study by the American Academy of Pediatrics . With a winter storm bringing significant snowfall amounts to our area, Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital, a member of WMCHealth, is reminding parents, caregivers and snow-goers of all ages that sledding injuries are preventable, if...
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Emergencies: Call 911. Request an Appointment or Refer a Patient: Call 914.449.4880 .
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The Intra-Abdominal Transplant program is proud to host it's 4th webinar of 2021. On September 30th, Dr. Bernard Partiula, Transplant Hepatologist, will be presenting on "Liver Disease for the Hospitalist... Liver Disease for the Emergency Physician." Patients with liver disease may present in different ways; some are very ill, some are more stable, and some just need a gentle nudge. This webinar will review common clinical scenarios, using sample cases along the way. We will also discuss how hospitalis...
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VALHALLA, N.Y. (October 28, 2022) – Westchester Medical Center and the New York State Nurses Association (NYSNA) announced a new ratified five-year collective bargaining agreement that will benefit more than 1,500 nurses at Westchester Medical Center, Maria Fareri Children's Hospital, and the Behavioral Health Center. The agreement, which is the result of a strong working relationship and commitment to bargaining in good faith, increases nurse wages, preserves existing healthcare and pension benefits, a...
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VALHALLA, N.Y. (December 11, 2018) – Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) welcomes Paula Fessler, RN, MSN, MS, FNP-BC, as Chief Nurse Executive for the health network’s Valhalla and Poughkeepsie campuses. In her new role, Fessler will oversee all nursing operations at WMCHealth’s flagship Westchester Medical Center, Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital and the Behavioral Health Center in Valhalla, as well as MidHudson Regional Hospital in Poughkeepsie. Fessler brings to WMCHealth more than ...
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VALHALLA, N.Y. (February 11, 2022) – Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) named Phyllis M. Yezzo, DNP, RN, CPHQ, to the position of Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive, which is an expansion of her responsibilities from a regional to Network role. In her new position, Dr. Yezzo oversees nursing operations at all WMCHealth hospitals, skilled nursing facilities and provider practices. Most recently, she served for seven years as Senior Vice President, Patient Care Servic...
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Sledding is a fun wintertime activity for families, however those exhilarating slides down neighborhood hills send more than 20,000 children to emergency rooms each year, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics*. With winter in full swing, Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) and the children’s hospital for the Hudson Valley and Fairfield County, is reminding parents, caregivers and snow-goers of all ages that sleddin...
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A special group of Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) employees who competed in the 26.2-mile TCS New York City Marathon on November 4 raised nearly $50,000 for WMCHealth facilities across the Hudson Valley. The team’s 10 members – five nurses, a nurse manager, occupational therapist, psychiatry resident, nurse practitioner and the network’s executive vice president and chief administrative officer – helped raise funds for the life-changing and lifesaving care provided at each of WMCHe...
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Summer is a time for outdoor activities and fun in the sun, but the combination of extreme temperatures and high humidity can be very dangerous. When forecasted temperatures rise into the 90s, the Westchester Medical Center Health Network ( WMCHealth ) urges Hudson Valley residents to take extra precautions to stay safe. “A day or two of extreme temperatures and humidity is typically not a cause for concern for most healthy people who limit their exposure to the heat and are caref...
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A special group of Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) employees who have trained for months to complete a 26.2 mile race of a lifetime at the TCS New York City Marathon on November 4 will run for their patients and their co-workers and support WMCHealth facilities across the Hudson Valley. The team’s 10 members – five nurses, a nurse manager, occupational therapist, psychiatry resident, nurse practitioner and the network’s executive vice president and chief administrative officer – all...
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SUFFERN, N.Y. (August 16, 2018) – Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), joined a growing number of businesses in Rockland County to become a Breastfeeding Friendly Worksite as designated by the Rockland County Department of Health's Breastfeeding Promotion and Support Program. To be designated a Breastfeeding Friendly Worksite, Good Samaritan Hospital was required to create a written breastfeeding friendly policy, offer a private space other than...
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A special group of Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) employees representing multiple healthcare professions and celebrating the cultural diversity of our region will compete in the TCS New York City Marathon on November 5 in support of WMCHealth facilities across the Hudson Valley. The team’s 12 members – five registered nurses, a cardiac rehabilitation care manager, an oncology pharmacist, a physical therapist, an outpatient mental health counselor, two anesthesiologists and a...
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Audit and Corporate Compliance Committee Board Annex Room | 4:00 p.m. 2024 Dates January 3 ( Minutes ) April 3 ( Agenda ) July 17 October 9 2023 Dates January 4 ( Minutes ) April 12 ( Agenda | Minutes ) July 19 October 4 ( Minutes ) 2022 Dates January 5 ( Minutes ) April 6 ( Agenda | Minutes ) July 20 ( Minutes ) October 12 ( Minutes ) 2021 Dates January 15 ( Agenda | Minutes ) April 16 July 16 Oc...
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WMCHealth is a 1,700-bed healthcare system with nine hospitals in New York's Hudson Valley region. WMCHealth has 13,000 workforce members and nearly 3,000 attending physicians. Approximately 600 of our providers are employed in one of our two medical groups – Advanced Physician Services and the Bon Secours Medical Group, which make up WMCHealth Physicians. WMCHealth services includes Level I adult and pediatric trauma centers, plus Level II trauma centers; a dedicated burn center; the region’s only adva...
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Child Safety Locks and Gates Children are naturally curious. As soon as they can crawl, they want to explore all the things they see around them. That’s why it is important to install safety locks and gates throughout your home to protect little ones from getting into danger. Stairs Children get hurt on stairs every day. Every 6 minutes a child under the age of 5 is taken to the hospital emergency department because of a stair-related injury. That’s why it is important to install safety gate...
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The Behavioral Health Center at Westchester Medical Center has been a leading provider of comprehensive behavioral health services since 1929. Located in a freestanding facility on the campus of Westchester Medical Center, the Behavioral Health Center offers a full spectrum of inpatient, outpatient, community and emergency care for individuals and families.
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Emergency service vehicles from around Westchester County visited our flagship campus in a display of solidarity and recognition for the workforce and patients of WMCHealth’s Westchester Medical Center, Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital and Behavioral Health Center. The procession of emergency service vehicles circled the three hospitals - which serve as regional care centers for the Hudson Valley’s most seriously ill and injured patients – and saluted our WMCHealth Heroes with rolling lights and blaring...
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Target Audience : Nurses in Labor and Delivery, Post-Partum, Well-Baby and Special Care Nurseries, NICU, Patient Transport / Emergency Medical Services, and Emergency Department. Sponsored by The Regional Perinatal Center at Westchester Medical Center. Please CLICK HERE for our "Save the Date" flyer. Please CLICK HERE for our brochure. Only CEU/CNE offered in this conference. If you have a lunch request (Kosher, Vegetarian) please email Marichu.Smith@wmchealth.org .
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Request An Appointment or Refer a Patient | Call 914.693.7636 Click here to request an appointment
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Fourth of July celebrations and fireworks often go hand in hand, but fireworks – especially those that are illegal – can be extremely dangerous and can cause serious injuries. Each year, thousands of adults and children are treated at hospitals across the United States for serious burns, amputations, and other significant injuries resulting from the use of fireworks. The Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) encourages all residents to leave the fireworks to the professionals this ...
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Fourth of July celebrations and fireworks often go hand in hand, but fireworks – especially those that are illegal – can be extremely dangerous and can cause serious injuries. Each year, thousands of adults and children are treated at hospitals across the United States for serious burns, amputations, and other significant injuries resulting from the use of fireworks. The Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) encourages all residents to leave the fireworks to the professionals ...
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Fresh-air outdoor exercise like cycling is key to physical and emotional wellness, explains Dipak Chandy, MD, a pulmonologist at Westchester Medical Center, who also says studies show outdoor exercise improves sleep and burns more calories than indoor activities. Cycling does carry some risk, however, and WMCHealth encourages everyone to follow safety guidelines when venturing out to local roads and trails, such as mask use and social distancing, plus wearing a properly-fitted helmet ce...
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For Neurological Emergencies Please Call 866-Go-To-WMC ( 866.468.6962 )
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Top 5 Reasons to Complete the Census: Your Health: Helps hospitals and communities predict the spread of diseases. Emergency Response: Helps allocate disaster resources. Federal Funding: Determines funding for programs like Medicaid and school lunches. Fair Representation: Determines a community’s number of U.S. House of Representatives seats. Infrastructure: Drives decisions for housing, safety resources and community improvements. Responses to the census are secure,...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Anna Dolianitis (914) 493-3147 Anna.dolianitis@wmchealth.org VALHALLA, N.Y. (June 28, 2016) – Fourth of July celebrations and fireworks often go hand in hand, but fireworks – especially those that are illegal – can be extremely dangerous and can cause serious injuries. Each year, thousands of adults and children are treated at hospitals across the United States for serious burns, amputations, and other significant injuries resulting from the use of illegal fireworks...
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Fourth of July celebrations and fireworks often go hand in hand, but fireworks – especially those that are illegal – can be extremely dangerous and can cause serious injuries. Each year, thousands of adults and children are treated at hospitals across the United States for serious burns, amputations, and other significant injuries resulting from the use of fireworks. The Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) encourages all residents to leave the fireworks to the professionals this Fourth...
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VALHALLA, N.Y. (February 8, 2021) – More than 5,000 children suffer sudden cardiac arrest each year outside of a hospital setting, according to the American Heart Association . Pediatric cardiologists at Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), are urging school districts to prepare for the possibility of a student experiencing sudden cardiac arrest on school grounds. To assist schools with a cardiac arrest preparedness plan, Maria Fareri C...
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Neck Conditions and Diagnoses | Advanced ENT Services Ear, nose and throat physicians at WMCHealth Physicians: Advanced ENT Services provide care for a wide range of neck-related conditions and diagnoses in both children and adults. Care for neck abscesses, swollen lymph nodes, salivary gland disorders, and many more conditions is available through the providers at our many practice locations in the Hudson Valley. Request An Appointment or Refer a Patient | Call 914.693.7636 . Please ...
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CONTACT: David Billig (914) 493 8028 LEAVE FIREWORKS TO THE PROS HEALTH AND SAFETY TIPS FROM WESTCHESTER MEDICAL CENTER For many New Yorkers, fireworks and celebrations go together, especially on the Fourth of July, but fireworks particularly illegal fireworks can be extremely dangerous and often lead to serious debilitating injuries or even death. Nationally, fireworks have become a tradition and, in many cases, a prerequisite for all July 4 th celebrati...
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CONTACT: David Billig (914) 493 8028 HOT WEATHER WARNING Westchester Medical Center offers health and safety tips as forecasters call for potentially dangerous hot and humid conditions this week The warm weather usually means lots of summer fun and outdoor activities. Unfortunately, the combination of high heat and high humidity often become very dangerous. Temperatures for the next few days of ...
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WATCH NOW: PORT JERVIS, NY (April 26, 2018) – The Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), along with the Bon Secours Charity Health System, welcomed local leaders and New York State officials to Bon Secours Community Hospital, a member of WMCHealth, for a special ceremony heralding the beginning of construction on a transformative $40 million hospital renovation project. The Investing in a Healthier Community project is expected to usher in a new era of healthcare in the Cit...
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VALHALLA, NY (April 12, 2021) – Paranoia, delusions and other mental health conditions should be considered as potential signs of COVID-19 infection, according to studies authored by behavioral health and emergency medicine specialists at WMCHealth. The medical journals Psychosomatics and the Journal of Psychiatric Research published the studies, which are part of an international sharing of new findings that point to additional, non-traditional symptoms of the COVID-19 virus and its impac...
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VALHALLA N.Y. (July 19, 2022) – Westchester Medical Center, the flagship hospital in the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), has elevated Kartik Prabhakaran, MD, to Chief of the Section of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, within the Department of Surgery. In his new position, Dr. Prabhakaran will oversee emergency general surgery, trauma and surgical critical care. Westchester Medical Center has the only Level I adult trauma care program verified by the American College of Surgeons in N...
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WHAT IS THE FORENSIC ACUTE CARE TEAM (FACT)? FACT is a team of experienced, highly qualified and compassionate physicians and nurses available 24 x 7 to offer various aspects of medical and/or forensic care to patients presenting with concerns for recent (within 96 hours) sexual abuse or assault. FACT is one of five programs in New York State certified as a Center of Excellence for children , adolescents and adults presenting with concerns for abuse and/or assault. Please CLICK HERE for Medical Pr...
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Join us as we celebrate significant growth at MidHudson Regional Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth). We will honor Frank Castella, Jr., President and CEO of the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce and a member of MidHudson Regional Hospital Board of Visitors, Lobsang T. Lhungay, MD, Associate Director of Anesthesiology, MidHudson Regional Hospital and Mark A. Papish, MD, Associate Director of Emergency Medicine, MidHudson Regional Hospital.
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VALHALLA, N.Y. (May 19, 2020) – Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) announces that elective outpatient ambulatory surgeries and medical testing will resume tomorrow, May 20, at its flagship hospital Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla, NY. New York State approval allows for resumption of outpatient ambulatory surgical services -- those for which the patient enters and leaves a surgical facility on the same day, without an overnight stay – and is based upon the status of coronavirus ...
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Nasal Conditions and Diagnoses | Advanced ENT Services From filtering the air and promoting healthy lungs to allowing you to enjoy the delicious aroma of a favorite meal, the nose and sinuses play a critical role in health and comfort. When a system in the nose or nasal passageways is not functioning properly, the result is pain or discomfort that affects many aspects of daily life. In certain cases, some nasal conditions can even result in death or debilitating disease if proper treatment is not sought...
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Executive Session is at 6 - 7 p.m. Public Session to follow. Meetings are in the Executive Board Room, with public broadcast from the MFCH Conference Room. The schedule for meetings of the Board of Directors of the Westchester County Health Care Corporation are below. Click the date to access meeting agenda and minutes. 2024 Dates January 3 ( Agenda | Minutes ) February 7 ( Agenda | Minutes ) March 6 ( Agenda | Minutes ) ...
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VALHALLA, N.Y. (July 18, 2019) – Summer is a time for outdoor activities and fun in the sun, but the combination of extreme temperatures – like those expected this week – and high humidity can be very dangerous. With forecasted temperatures in the 90s this week and nearing triple digits over the weekend, the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) is urging Hudson Valley residents to take extra precautions to stay safe. “A day or two of extreme temperatures and humidity is typically not a ...
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VALHALLA N.Y. (November 1, 2021) - Specialists from Westchester Medical Center’s Level I trauma center recently trained Westchester County Police Department Emergency Services Unit personnel on techniques that help mitigate excessive bleeding caused by a traumatic injury. The effort is a component of Westchester Medical Center’s Stop the Bleed education initiative for which the Westchester Medical Center trainers are certified by the American College of Surgeons. The Westchester County Police Dep...
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Skull Base Surgery | Advanced ENT Services Skull base surgery is a type of medicine that may involve otologists; neurotologists; rhinologists; ear, nose and throat doctors; and other medical specialists. These physicians perform procedures to repair facial trauma and remove tumors or other abnormal growths from the base of the skull. The skull base surgery team at Advanced ENT Services routinely treats both adult and pediatric patients with a variety of skull base surgery techniques. Request An A...
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Take an Active Role in Your Healthcare To ensure the best care possible, Westchester Medical Center patients must take an active and responsible role in their healthcare. By partnering with your healthcare team, you will be better equipped to make informed decisions about your treatment needs and options. Plan Ahead Whenever possible, schedule tests, optional treatments, etc., in advance and in cooperation with your physician. Respect Staff Members Westchester Medical Center's highly trained staff is de...
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Providers at Advanced ENT Services offer care for a range of oral conditions, including cleft palate, cleft lip, mouth sores, and oral cancer. Request An Appointment or Refer a Patient | Call 914.693.7636 Please fill out this brief form to request an appointment. A representative from WMCHealth Physicians Advanced ENT Services will call you via the phone number you include on this form. We accept most insurance, including Medicare and Medicaid; please ask the practice representative who calls you to see...
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Post-Operative Care Before you leave the liver transplant unit, your nurse will fill out your medication schedule and post transplant prescription . It is important for you to review and record your medications as soon as possible, so that you are familiar with them when you are discharged from the hospital. Post liver transplant, one should always keep a list of medications in your wallet. Your transplant coordinator will meet with you to review all aspects of care before you are discharged home. It is...
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Diagnostic Testing The evaluation and treatment of a person with heart disease involves a variety of tests and procedures. Many of these tests and procedures may be repeated during your evaluation before heart transplant surgery and again after your heart transplant. If you have any questions about these tests before heart transplant, ask your doctor, nurse practitioner or any other member of the transplant team. Some of the tests before Heart Transplant include: CT scan (computed tomography) An X-ray t...
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Post-Operative Care After your heart transplant surgery, you will be transferred to an intensive care unit (ICU). In the ICU, your blood pressure, heart rate and heart rhythm will be continuously monitored. Several tubes will be put in place during your operation. A breathing tube will be inserted into your windpipe through your mouth and will be connected to a ventilator. You will not be able to speak until the tube is removed. You will need to communicate using a word board and hand gestures. A tube w...
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Nasal Surgeries and Procedures | Advanced ENT Services Healthy nasal function is not only important for breathing but also essential for maintaining quality of life. Did you also know that the nose plays a critical role in hearing and tasting, as well? Our board-certified and fellowship-trained ENT surgeons and otorhinolaryngologists share a common goal of helping patients have healthier noses with clearer sinuses. Learn more about some of the nasal surgeries and procedures available at Advanced EN...
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Westchester Medical Center 100 Woods Rd., Valhalla, NY 10595 Main Number: 914-493-7000 Emergency Department (914) 493-7307 Emergency Department - Pediatric (914) 493-6001 Admitting &nbs...
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Throat Conditions and Diagnoses | Advanced ENT Services Providers at Advanced ENT Services offer care for a range of conditions involving the throat, including acid reflux, chronic coughing, hoarseness, feeding issues, throat pain, snoring, sleep apnea and much more. Request An Appointment or Refer a Patient | Call 914.693.7636 . Please fill out this brief form to request an appointment. Secure online form A representative from WMCHealth Physicians Advanced ENT Services will call you at the...
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Hearing Loss Conditions and Diagnoses | Advanced ENT Services According to the National Institutes of Health , hearing loss affects approximately one in eight people in the U.S. over the age of 12. Hearing loss may be present at birth (congenital or newborn hearing loss) or can occur later in life as a result of noise exposure or disease. Hearing loss isn’t just something you’re born with or develop in the golden years. According to the Hearing Loss Association of America , as many as one in five teens ...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Anna Dolianitis (914) 493-3147 Anna.dolianitis@wmchealth.org VALHALLA, N.Y. (July 21, 2016) – Summer is a time for outdoor activities and fun in the sun, but the combination of extreme temperatures – like those expected this week – and high humidity can be very dangerous. With forecasted temperatures in the 90s this week, Westchester Medical Center, the flagship of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), is urging residents to take extra precautio...
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Temperatures are expected to drop to the frigid single digits this week, bringing with them serious health concerns such as hypothermia and frostbite, especially in young children, older adults, and those who work outdoors. Westchester Medical Center Health Network reminds Hudson Valley residents to take the necessary precautions and offers cold-weather tips to help keep families safe during the forecasted plunge in temperatures. “The key to staying safe during our colder winter days a...
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Neck Surgery and Procedures | Advanced ENT Services Fellowship-trained, board-certified ENT surgeons at Advanced ENT Services provide diagnostic care for a wide range of head and neck cancers and conditions. Learn more below about some of the procedures available through our providers at practice locations in the Hudson Valley. Request An Appointment or Refer a Patient | Call 914.693.7636 . Please fill out this brief form to request an appointment. Secure online form A representa...
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SUFFERN, N.Y. (October 1, 2019) – The Bon Secours Sleep Disorder Institutes at Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern, St. Anthony Community Hospital in Warwick and Bon Secours Community Hospital in Port Jervis, all members of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), were recently granted a five-year reaccreditation term by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) for all categories of sleep studies. A sleep study is a non-invasive test performed overnight that evaluates factors such ...
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Ear Surgery and Procedures at Advanced ENT Services From placing a cochlear implant in an 87-year-old patient with sudden hearing loss to treating a nine-month-old with a severe congenital birth defect in the ear, the physicians at WMCHealth Physicians: Advanced ENT Services offer care that’s personally tailored to each patient’s needs. Today, the 87-year-old is dancing again now that he can hear music, and the formerly deaf infant is a happy, talkative second grader thriving in the classroom. Request A...
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Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) has expanded its telemedicine program to include a teletrauma service at the network’s Kingston and Margaretville hospitals, bringing the immediate care that traumatic injuries require to communities where access to Level I trauma care is limited. The teletrauma program connects providers at HealthAlliance Hospital: Broadway Campus in Kingston and Margaretville Hospital in Margaretville, both members of WMCHealth, with the advanced care trauma experti...
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VALHALLA, NY - (January 3, 2019) – The Heart and Vascular Institute at Westchester Medical Center, the flagship of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), recently achieved a milestone of more than 500 transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) procedures performed. TAVR is a minimally invasive alternative to open heart surgery used to treat patients with severe aortic stenosis. Aortic stenosis is the narrowing of the heart’s aortic valve which is the last valve in the heart before...
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VALHALLA, N.Y. (September 25, 2019) – Fueled by their commitment to Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) patients, a dedicated group of 11 WMCHealth workforce members will compete in the TCS New York City Marathon November 3. Each runner has his or her own motivation and has taken up the marathon challenge in support of the life-changing and lifesaving care provided to patients at WMCHealth hospitals across the Hudson Valley. Six are running a marathon for the first time. Team WMCHealth...
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The Occupational Health Center at Westchester Medical Center Taylor Pavilion, Room D109 100 Woods Road Valhalla, NY 10595 For an appointment please email: OHC@wmchealth.org What we offer: Employment physical exams (pre-placement and periodic) DOT physical exams Audiometric testing Vision testing Immunizations and titer tests TST - Tuberculosis testing Respirator training, medical evaluations and fit testing Flu vaccines Bloodborne pathogens emergency post exposure triage Drug testing
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Throat Surgery and Procedures | Advanced ENT Services ENT specialists at WMCHealth Physicians: Advanced ENT Services offer a range of throat surgery and procedures treating oral tumors, tongue tie, lesions, tonsillitis, vocal cord damage, and much more. Learn more below about some of the throat surgeries that may be available to you at one of our practice locations in the Hudson Valley. Request An Appointment or Refer a Patient | Call 914.693.7636 . Please fill out this brief for...
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Please pre-register online at least 48 hours before your visit to the hospital to allow adequate time for processing your information. What You'll Need to Pre-Register: Your personal contact information including occupation information Emergency contact information Insurance information, group name and number, policy number, address and telephone number Physician name Date of procedure Surgery Patients Will Additionally Need: The names, addresses and phone numbers of your physicians A list of all medica...
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Ear Conditions and Diagnoses | Advanced ENT Services Board-certified doctors at WMCHealth Physicians: Advanced ENT Services provide care for an extensive range of ear-related conditions, including tinnitus, ear pain, tumors and infection. Learn more about some of the conditions managed at our many practice locations in the Hudson Valley. Request An Appointment or Refer a Patient | Call 914.693.7636 . Please fill out this brief form to request an appointment. Secure online form A representative from WMCH...
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Current Research Cochlear Implantation for Single-Sided Deafness: The Relationship Between Aural Rehabilitation, Processor Wear-Time and Outcomes While all cochlear implant users can benefit from aural rehabilitation and adequate wear time, this may be even more important for patients with Single Sided Deafness (SSD). This ongoing prospective evaluation looks at the variables of wear time and auditory rehabilitation and the effects on word and sentence test scores. Learn more. Outcomes of Gro...
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KINGSTON, N.Y. (July 12, 2021) – Fulfilling a promise to deliver more advanced services to Ulster County and surrounding areas, WMCHealth today announced the opening of a new cardiac catheterization laboratory at HealthAlliance Hospital on Broadway in Kingston. The new laboratory offers emergent and preventative solutions for blocked arteries, irregular heartbeats and coronary heart disease, services never before available in Ulster County. The service operates under the direction of WMCHealth’s compreh...
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Request An Appointment, Get Information or Refer a Patient | Call 914.246.6600 .
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Frequently Asked Questions: Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) and HealthAlliance of the Hudson Valley Announce Plans to Transform Healthcare in Ulster County Q. What are the details of the project? A. HealthAlliance Hospital: Mary’s Avenue Campus will undergo a 70,000-square-foot renovation and a new, 110,000-square-foot bed tower addition will be constructed to accommodate all inpatient medical services currently located there and HealthAlliance Hospital: Broadway Campus. The ...
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VALHALLA, N.Y. (May 28, 2020) - The Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) today announced $1 million in grants to 10 Hudson Valley organizations to address behavioral health and substance use disorders, primary care accessibility and engagement, and linkages to social determinates of health services, such as housing and food security. Part of the New York State “promising practices” initiative, these grants are designed to help WMCHealth partners develop sustainable models and services a...
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Inter-faith Chapel A worship space for all faiths is open 24 hours a day for prayer and meditation. It is located on the main floor of the hospital in Macy, Room 01. All Faiths and Spiritual Practices Our Spiritual Health team is intentionally diverse to provide a depth and richness in meeting the emotional and spiritual care needs of all persons with compassion, presence and cultural sensitivity. If we are unable to address your specific request, we will partner with you or your loved ones to ensure th...
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About Us Patient-Centered Medical Home is a way of providing primary health care in which a team of healthcare professionals get to know you, your family situation, your medical history and current health issues in order to work with you so that you get the best care possible. They provide you with a care plan that fits you and your family. Within the PCMH we work in teams that include a doctor, nurse, nutritionist, care coordinator and social worker. When you first join the medical hom...
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About Us Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) is a way of providing primary health care in which a team of healthcare professionals get to know your child, your family situation, your medical history and current health issues in order to work with you so that your child gets the best care possible. They provide you with a care plan that fits your child and your family. Within the PCMH we work in teams that include a doctor, nurse, nutritionist, care coordinator and social worker. When you first joi...
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Indications The decision to replace the thoracoabdominal aorta is based on a number of criteria, namely symptoms, size, growth rate, and family history. Symptoms In the setting of a thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm, chest pain or back or abdominal pain is a concerning symptom and may prompt definitive repair urgently. If you have an aneurysm and are experiencing chest pain, you should contact your physician or the nearest emergency room immediately. Size While there is no absolute size cutoff, most surg...
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Diagnostic Testing The evaluation and treatment of a person with heart disease involves a variety of tests and procedures. Many of these tests and procedures may be repeated during your evaluation before heart transplant surgery and again after your heart transplant. If you have any questions about these tests before heart transplant, ask your doctor, nurse practitioner or any other member of the transplant team. Some of the tests before Heart Transplant include: CT scan (computed tomography) An X-ray t...
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? Did a physician, nurse, volunteer, or other caregiver make a difference for you or your loved one during your stay with us? Here is your chance to recognize him or her. We invite you to help us recognize a member(s) of the WMCHealth workforce who provided extraordinary service and compassionate care for you or your loved one. Recognize a Care Champion today! Nominate Here The Care Champions program is brought to you in partnership with the WMCHealth Engagement Team. Need more information? Pleas...
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CONTACT: Lynn Nichols (845) 334-3151 Lynn.Nichols@hahv.org KINGSTON, N.Y. (September 8, 2016) – The Westchester Medical Center Health Network and HealthAlliance of the Hudson Valley (HealthAlliance), a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), unveiled plans for a five-year, $133.6 million project that includes a 110,000 square-foot expansion -- highlighted by a new, four-story tower addition -- and 70,000 square-foot renovation of the HealthAlliance Hospital on Mary’s ...
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Earlier today there was an isolated shooting in one room on the fourth floor of Westchester Medical Center involving a patient and visitor. No other patients were involved and all staff remained safe. We would like to thank our staff for their quick and decisive response to the incident. We understand this is a traumatic situation for all. A crisis support team was deployed to the floor and counselors are available in the Caregiver Center for all patients, f...
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There wasn’t a dry eye in the room at Westchester Medical Center when the mother, sister and grandmother of A.J. Perrelli met the recipients of four of Perrelli’s donated organs. Perrelli, then 26, passed away unexpectedly six years ago. Previously, he had expressed his desire to be an organ donor and his family honored his wish, donating multiple organs for transplantation to those whose lives depended on it. Two of those in need were Mircea Pantea and Sergio Castaneda, both of whom were on transplant ...
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