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Eclipse Safety: Here's How To Properly Use Eye Protection, Westchester Expert Says Eclipse Safety: Here's How To Properly Use Eye Protection, Westchester Expert Says
Eclipse Safety: Here's How To Properly Use Eye Protection, Westchester Expert Says As New York residents prepare to gaze up at the sky during the upcoming historic solar eclipse less than a week away, a Westchester County eye expert is giving tips on how to properly view the event while using protection.  Known as the "Great North American Eclipse," the astronomical event will cross the United States on Monday, April 8, and bring a partial eclipse to the Hudson Valley. According to experts, such a spectacle can be dangerous to view without eye protection because the sun continues to emit harmful ultraviolet rays, and gazing directly at it can cause severe damage to th…

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by Ben Crnic
West Orange
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WMCHealth Updates Visitation Guidelines At Network Hospitals WMCHealth Updates Visitation Guidelines At Network Hospitals
Wmchealth Updates Visitation Guidelines At Network Hospitals Updated visitation guidelines went into effect at all Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) hospitals that enable patient visitation for up to two support persons, designated by the patient or healthcare proxy. WMCHealth worked closely with the New York State Department of Health on the visitation update, which is in alignment with all state guidelines and helps ensure the safety of our patients, their caregivers, our workforce members, and the community. Please visit each hospital’s website for additional visitation information and the most current updates. The new visitatio…

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Content Partner: St. Anthony Community Hospital
West Orange
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WMCHealth Updates Visitation Guidelines At Network Hospitals WMCHealth Updates Visitation Guidelines At Network Hospitals
Wmchealth Updates Visitation Guidelines At Network Hospitals Updated visitation guidelines went into effect at all Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) hospitals that enable patient visitation for up to two support persons, designated by the patient or healthcare proxy. WMCHealth worked closely with the New York State Department of Health on the visitation update, which is in alignment with all state guidelines and helps ensure the safety of our patients, their caregivers, our workforce members, and the community. Please visit each hospital’s website for additional visitation information and the most current updates. The new visitatio…

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Content Partner: Bon Secours Community Hospital
Clarkstown
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WMCHealth Updates Visitation Guidelines At Network Hospitals WMCHealth Updates Visitation Guidelines At Network Hospitals
Wmchealth Updates Visitation Guidelines At Network Hospitals Updated visitation guidelines went into effect at all Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) hospitals that enable patient visitation for up to two support persons, designated by the patient or healthcare proxy. WMCHealth worked closely with the New York State Department of Health on the visitation update, which is in alignment with all state guidelines and helps ensure the safety of our patients, their caregivers, our workforce members, and the community. Please visit each hospital’s website for additional visitation information and the most current updates. The new visitatio…

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Content Partner: Good Samaritan Hospital
Lewisboro
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COVID-19: Antibody Testing Now Available At Westchester County Center COVID-19: Antibody Testing Now Available At Westchester County Center
Covid-19: Antibody Testing Now Available At Westchester County Center Novel coronavirus (COVID-19) antibody testing is now available to residents in Westchester County. Offered by Westchester Medical Center Health Network, the testing began on Tuesday, May 19 by appointment at the Westchester County Center in White Plains. Antibody testing, also known as serological testing, detects antibodies present in the blood when the body is responding to a specific infection, like COVID-19.  The tests used by WMCHealth, IgG, may show if a person has ever been infected with the virus, even if they did not have symptoms. The testing will be off…

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by Kathy Reakes
North Orange
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St. Anthony Community Hospital Introduces 3D Mammography St. Anthony Community Hospital Introduces 3D Mammography
St. Anthony Community Hospital Introduces 3D Mammography St. Anthony Community Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), is now offering 3D mammography exams that utilize advanced breast tomosynthesis technology that can significantly increase the detection of breast cancers, while simultaneously decreasing the likelihood that a woman will be asked to return for additional testing. “The system allows our radiologists to more effectively pinpoint the size, shape and location of abnormalities,” said Robert Yates, System Director of Imaging Services, Bon Secours Charity Health System. How Does 3D Mammography Wo…

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Content Partner: St. Anthony Community Hospital
North Orange
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Winding Through Warwick Holiday House Tour Raises Nearly $50,000 for Local Healthcare Winding Through Warwick Holiday House Tour Raises Nearly $50,000 for Local Healthcare
Winding Through Warwick Holiday House Tour Raises Nearly $50,000 for Local Healthcare WARWICK, N.Y. – More than 500 community members and visitors to Warwick participated in Winding Through Warwick, a holiday house tour benefiting St. Anthony Community Hospital, Schervier Pavilion and Mount Alverno Center – all members of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth). Winding Through Warwick, held on December 7, brought guests to six homes uniquely decorated for the holidays. Community members who volunteered to feature their homes on the tour were Trish Chelsen, Jennifer and Cody Flood, Janet and Terry Grahn, Jane Gyulavary, Robin and Tom Sobiech and Bobbi Stube…

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Content Partner: St. Anthony Community Hospital
Clarkstown
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Corks & Forks Event Benefits New Caregiver Program At Good Samaritan Hospital Corks & Forks Event Benefits New Caregiver Program At Good Samaritan Hospital
Corks & Forks Event Benefits New Caregiver Program At Good Samaritan Hospital More than 200 guests attended Corks & Forks, a culinary event benefiting Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) on November 17. Proceeds from the event will help Good Samaritan Hospital launch a new Caregiver Program. This innovative service will offer patients’ caregivers – their parents, children, siblings and friends – a helping hand to ease the emotional, physical and logistical demands of caring for someone who is ill or injured. Caregiver Program services will include counseling, respite and referrals to community members th…

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Content Partner: Good Samaritan Hospital
Clarkstown
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Good Samaritan Hospital Opens New Esophageal And Reflux Center Good Samaritan Hospital Opens New Esophageal And Reflux Center
Good Samaritan Hospital Opens New Esophageal And Reflux Center Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), recently launched its Esophageal and Reflux Center, specializing in the treatment of a range of esophageal conditions from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) to esophageal cancer. Good Samaritan Hospital is the only hospital in Rockland and Orange counties to provide a dedicated Esophageal and Reflux Center with a multidisciplinary team comprised of board-certified gastroenterologists, thoracic surgeons, pathologists and radiologists who work collaboratively to develop personalized care strateg…

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Content Partner: Good Samaritan Hospital
Clarkstown
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How Can I Maintain A Healthy Weight In Winter? How Can I Maintain A Healthy Weight In Winter?
How Can I Maintain A Healthy Weight In Winter? The key is planning and pacing, according to Maria Scaffidi, MPA, RD, CDN, Bariatric Coordinator at the Surgical Weight Loss Institute at Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth). Eat meals on small plates to prevent overeating. Your brain will think you’re eating a bigger meal. “High-fiber and lean-protein snacks between meals help fuel the body and promote weight loss,” Scaffidi said. (Think avocado or almond butter on wheat toast or a Greek yogurt with mixed berries.) Wash it down with zero-calorie beverages such as unsweetened iced te…

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Content Partner: Good Samaritan Hospital
Clarkstown
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Building A Support System For Sufferers Of Brain Injury Building A Support System For Sufferers Of Brain Injury
Building A Support System For Sufferers Of Brain Injury Negotiating for hostages, fighting sex trafficking and empowering women through technology were among the skills that Aimee Rubin had acquired throughout her professional life. The Haverstraw therapist and clinician holds two master’s degrees and had worked at the World Bank, helping give women and children resources to rise from poverty. But life skidded to an abrupt halt on the night of August 9, 2017, as five deer crossing the highway stopped traffic – except for the distracted driver behind Rubin who slammed into her car at 65 miles per hour. “It just took one second for everything I ha…

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Content Partner: Good Samaritan Hospital
Clarkstown
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Good Samaritan Hospital Opens New Bariatric Surgery Center Good Samaritan Hospital Opens New Bariatric Surgery Center
Good Samaritan Hospital Opens New Bariatric Surgery Center Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), has completed construction on a new Bariatric Surgery Center. The expansion and interest in the hospital’s established weight-loss surgery program signaled the need for the creation of a modern and dedicated space. The hospital held a ceremony today heralding the official opening of the new center, which offers advanced bariatric surgery techniques for severely obese patients. An All-New Approach to Weight Loss Surgery In Suffern, NY The 6,000-square-foot Bariatric Surgery Center includes seve…

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Content Partner: Good Samaritan Hospital
North Orange
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Bon Secours Warwick Health Foundation Golf Classic Raises Nearly $48,000 Bon Secours Warwick Health Foundation Golf Classic Raises Nearly $48,000
Bon Secours Warwick Health Foundation Golf Classic Raises Nearly $48,000 Close to 100 hospital staff members, business and civic leaders and supporters took to the greens during St. Anthony Community Hospital’s Annual Golf Classic, on September 25. Through the sold out event, nearly $48,000 was raised to benefit ongoing advances in healthcare on the Warwick Health Campus, which includes St. Anthony Community Hospital, Mount Alverno Center and Schervier Pavilion, all members of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth). “Each year, the classic is a key fundraiser that helps ensure our families and friends continue to receive state-of-the-art healt…

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Content Partner: St. Anthony Community Hospital
Clarkstown
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Good Samaritan Hospital And Sterling National Bank Golf And Tennis Classic Raises $120,000 Good Samaritan Hospital And Sterling National Bank Golf And Tennis Classic Raises $120,000
Good Samaritan Hospital And Sterling National Bank Golf And Tennis Classic Raises $120,000 More than 120 golf and tennis enthusiasts played for a purpose during the 30th Annual Good Samaritan Hospital and Sterling National Bank Golf and Tennis Classic on September 16. Approximately $120,000 was raised through the event, which was held at the Tuxedo Club in Tuxedo Park, New York. Proceeds from the Golf and Tennis Classic will support enhancements in facilities, equipment, technology and services at Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth). In addition to an 18-hole golf shamble and round robin tennis tournament, the fundraiser …

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Content Partner: Good Samaritan Hospital
West Orange
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Bon Secours Sleep Disorder Institutes Earn American Academy Of Sleep Medicine Accreditation Bon Secours Sleep Disorder Institutes Earn American Academy Of Sleep Medicine Accreditation
Bon Secours Sleep Disorder Institutes Earn American Academy Of Sleep Medicine Accreditation 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 eye movement, blood oxygen levels, heart and breathing rates, snoring and body movements during the stages of sleep to seek …

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Content Partner: Bon Secours Community Hospital
North Orange
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Bon Secours Community Hospital Foundation Raises More Than $40,000 At Annual Golf Outing Bon Secours Community Hospital Foundation Raises More Than $40,000 At Annual Golf Outing
Bon Secours Community Hospital Foundation Raises More Than $40,000 At Annual Golf Outing More than 100 players, including physicians, hospital employees, local business leaders and supporters participated in the Bon Secours Community Hospital Annual Golf Outing at High Point Golf Club in Montague, N.J. on August 26. Through the event, more than $40,000 was raised to help support ongoing investments in facilities, equipment, technology and services at Bon Secours Community Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth). The outing included an 18-hole scramble, putting green contest, closest to the pin contest, hole in one drive and raffles. A din…

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Content Partner: Bon Secours Community Hospital
North Orange
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St. Anthony Community Hospital Receives National Recognition In Women’s Care From Healthgrades® St. Anthony Community Hospital Receives National Recognition In Women’s Care From Healthgrades®
St. Anthony Community Hospital Receives National Recognition In Women’s Care From Healthgrades® St. Anthony Community Hospital in Warwick, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), is a recipient of Healthgrades’ highest maternal care honors. The Birthing Center at Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern also received awards from Healthgrades. Both birthing centers received Five-star ratings for C-section deliveries and Good Samaritan Hospital was also awarded a Five-star rating for vaginal deliveries from Healthgrades, an online resource for comprehensive information about physicians and hospitals. Five-star ratings indicate that the hospitals’ clinical o…

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Content Partner: St. Anthony Community Hospital
Clarkstown
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Minimum Pain, Maximum Results: The Benefits Of Robotic Surgery Minimum Pain, Maximum Results: The Benefits Of Robotic Surgery
Minimum Pain, Maximum Results: The Benefits Of Robotic Surgery A fit, physically active 76-year-old widower, Thomas Gordon always has been fascinated by technology and machinery. Primarily self-taught, the Saddle Brook, NJ, resident is retired from his own company, in which he installed machinery in factories that manufactured iconic snacks such as Oreo cookies, Ritz Crackers and Fig Newtons. The father of four and grandfather of seven enjoys working on and remodeling the homes of his children. In July 2018, he was helping install a new kitchen in the home of his youngest daughter, Kelly. “They were putting countertops in, and they were really heavy,” …

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Content Partner: Good Samaritan Hospital
Clarkstown
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Bon Secours Charity Health System Receives National Recognition In Women’s Care Bon Secours Charity Health System Receives National Recognition In Women’s Care
Bon Secours Charity Health System Receives National Recognition In Women’s Care The Birthing Centers of Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern and St. Anthony Community Hospital in Warwick, both members of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), are recipients of Healthgrades’ highest maternal care honors. Both birthing centers received Five-star ratings for C-section deliveries and Good Samaritan Hospital was also awarded a Five-star rating for vaginal deliveries from Healthgrades, an online resource for comprehensive information about physicians and hospitals. Five-star ratings indicate that the hospitals’ clinical outcomes are significantly better tha…

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Content Partner: Good Samaritan Hospital
Clarkstown
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What Are The High-Risk Factors For Breast Cancer? Have The Screening Guidelines Changed? What Are The High-Risk Factors For Breast Cancer? Have The Screening Guidelines Changed?
What Are The High-Risk Factors For Breast Cancer? Have The Screening Guidelines Changed? “Much of it is based on family history,” said Karen Karsif, MD, Medical Director at the Center for Breast Health at Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) in Suffern. “Most people think only about the mother’s side, but the father’s family is equally important.” In addition to family history, doctors consider biopsies with abnormal cells or questionable mammogram results. Obesity is another factor for all cancers, not just breast cancer, but the availability of hard data is limited. Alcohol intake should also be kept to a drink or two a…

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Content Partner: Good Samaritan Hospital
North Orange
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What Are The High-Risk Factors For Breast Cancer? Have The Screening Guidelines Changed? What Are The High-Risk Factors For Breast Cancer? Have The Screening Guidelines Changed?
What Are The High-Risk Factors For Breast Cancer? Have The Screening Guidelines Changed? “Much of it is based on family history,” said Karen Karsif, MD, Medical Director at the Center for Breast Health at Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) in Suffern. “Most people think only about the mother’s side, but the father’s family is equally important.” In addition to family history, doctors consider biopsies with abnormal cells or questionable mammogram results. Obesity is another factor for all cancers, not just breast cancer, but the availability of hard data is limited. Alcohol intake should also be kept to a drink or two a…

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Content Partner: Bon Secours Community Hospital
North Orange
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What Are The High-Risk Factors For Breast Cancer? Have The Screening Guidelines Changed? What Are The High-Risk Factors For Breast Cancer? Have The Screening Guidelines Changed?
What Are The High-Risk Factors For Breast Cancer? Have The Screening Guidelines Changed? “Much of it is based on family history,” said Karen Karsif, MD, Medical Director at the Center for Breast Health at Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) in Suffern. “Most people think only about the mother’s side, but the father’s family is equally important.” In addition to family history, doctors consider biopsies with abnormal cells or questionable mammogram results. Obesity is another factor for all cancers, not just breast cancer, but the availability of hard data is limited. Alcohol intake should also be kept to a drink or two a…

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Content Partner: St. Anthony Community Hospital
North Orange
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Cardinal Dolan Offers Blessing For The New Temporary Emergency Department At Bon Secours Cardinal Dolan Offers Blessing For The New Temporary Emergency Department At Bon Secours
Cardinal Dolan Offers Blessing For The New Temporary Emergency Department At Bon Secours Bon Secours Community Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), welcomed His Eminence Timothy Cardinal Dolan, the Archbishop of New York, to lead a dedication and blessing of the hospital’s new temporary Emergency Department that will allow for patient care to continue seamlessly as the hospital continues work on a transformative $40 million multi-phase expansion and enhancement project The Cardinal joined WMCHealth and Bon Secours Community Hospital leadership and staff, along with community leaders and elected officials, for a special ceremony blessin…

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Content Partner: Bon Secours Community Hospital
Clarkstown
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Good Samaritan Hospital Opens Brand New Orthopedic Surgery Center Good Samaritan Hospital Opens Brand New Orthopedic Surgery Center
Good Samaritan Hospital Opens Brand New Orthopedic Surgery Center Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), has completed a comprehensive upgrade to its Orthopedic Surgery Center. The hospital held a ceremony heralding the official opening of the new unit, which offers a new level of patient experience to the region and fosters a specialized, patient-first approach to orthopedic care. The 10,000-square-foot unit offers 14 private en suite patient recovery rooms, each equipped with state-of-the-art digital monitoring consoles that nurses can use to input all patient documentation. The modern space …

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Content Partner: Good Samaritan Hospital
North Orange
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Finding Freedom From Chronic Shoulder Pain With 3D Imaging Finding Freedom From Chronic Shoulder Pain With 3D Imaging
Finding Freedom From Chronic Shoulder Pain With 3D Imaging As seen in the July/August 2019 issue of Advancing Care Despite enduring pain for almost three years, Harry Knebel Jr., 66, was unsure he wanted to have shoulder replacement surgery. His procedure was scheduled for late November 2018, but in the weeks leading up to it, the Warwick resident was having second thoughts. Constant pain, difficulty sleeping, trouble getting dressed and other limitations on his daily activities were commonplace. But the notion of a six-week recovery gave him pause. “I was really depressed until my 18-year-old grandson, Robbie, told me he didn’t like the depressi…

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Content Partner: St. Anthony Community Hospital
North Orange
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What Are the Signs Of A Concussion? Bon Secours Physician Explains What Are the Signs Of A Concussion? Bon Secours Physician Explains
What Are the Signs Of A Concussion? Bon Secours Physician Explains As seen in the July/August 2019 issue of Advancing Care. Concussion awareness is at an all-time peak, and “proper identification, with prompt removal from contact activities, is key to a safe recovery,” said Nicholas Belasco, DO, a sports medicine specialist and Director of the Concussion Management and Rehabilitation program at Bon Secours Medical Group, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth). He further explained that in children, the full range of symptoms (most commonly including headache, nausea and dizziness) may not appear right away. That is why New Y…

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Content Partner: Bon Secours Community Hospital
Clarkstown
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What Are the Signs Of A Concussion? A Bon Secours Physician Explains What Are the Signs Of A Concussion? A Bon Secours Physician Explains
What Are the Signs Of A Concussion? A Bon Secours Physician Explains As seen in the July/August 2019 issue of Advancing Care. Concussion awareness is at an all-time peak, and “proper identification, with prompt removal from contact activities, is key to a safe recovery,” said Nicholas Belasco, DO, a sports medicine specialist and Director of the Concussion Management and Rehabilitation program at Bon Secours Medical Group, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth). He further explained that in children, the full range of symptoms (most commonly including headache, nausea and dizziness) may not appear right away. That is why New Y…

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Content Partner: Good Samaritan Hospital
Clarkstown
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Good Samaritan Hospital Awarded Certification From The Joint Commission Good Samaritan Hospital Awarded Certification From The Joint Commission
Good Samaritan Hospital Awarded Certification From The Joint Commission Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), has earned a second consecutive Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval® for Certification for Total Hip and Total Knee Replacement. The certification is awarded to Joint Commission-accredited hospitals, critical access hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers who actively work to elevate the quality, consistency and safety of their services and patient care. Joint Commission experts evaluated Good Samaritan Hospital’s compliance with advanced disease-specific care standards and total hip and tota…

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Content Partner: Good Samaritan Hospital
North Orange
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Bon Secours Laboratories Receive Accreditation From College of American Pathologists Bon Secours Laboratories Receive Accreditation From College of American Pathologists
Bon Secours Laboratories Receive Accreditation From College of American Pathologists The laboratories of Bon Secours Charity Health System’s Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern, NY; Bon Secours Community Hospital in Port Jervis; and St. Anthony Community Hospital in Warwick, NY, all members of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), have been recognized by the Accreditation Committee of the College of American Pathologists (CAP) in recognition of their overall excellence and adherence to safety standards. The on-site evaluation and CAP accreditation process is designed to ensure the highest level of care for all laboratory patients. Inspectors examin…

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Content Partner: St. Anthony Community Hospital
North Orange
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Bon Secours Laboratories Receive Accreditation From College of American Pathologists Bon Secours Laboratories Receive Accreditation From College of American Pathologists
Bon Secours Laboratories Receive Accreditation From College of American Pathologists The laboratories of Bon Secours Charity Health System’s Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern, NY; Bon Secours Community Hospital in Port Jervis; and St. Anthony Community Hospital in Warwick, NY, all members of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), have been recognized by the Accreditation Committee of the College of American Pathologists (CAP) in recognition of their overall excellence and adherence to safety standards. The on-site evaluation and CAP accreditation process is designed to ensure the highest level of care for all laboratory patients. Inspectors examin…

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Content Partner: Bon Secours Community Hospital
Clarkstown
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Bon Secours Laboratories Receive Accreditation From College of American Pathologists Bon Secours Laboratories Receive Accreditation From College of American Pathologists
Bon Secours Laboratories Receive Accreditation From College of American Pathologists The laboratories of Bon Secours Charity Health System’s Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern, NY; Bon Secours Community Hospital in Port Jervis; and St. Anthony Community Hospital in Warwick, NY, all members of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), have been recognized by the Accreditation Committee of the College of American Pathologists (CAP) in recognition of their overall excellence and adherence to safety standards. The on-site evaluation and CAP accreditation process is designed to ensure the highest level of care for all laboratory patients. Inspectors examin…

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