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SUFFERN, N.Y. (September 8, 2020) – Good Samaritan Hospital , a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), has established dedicated pediatric services in its Emergency Department (ED). Pediatric emergency medicine specialists are now available onsite to treat children from birth to age 21 . The new Good Samaritan Hospital pediatric emergency services are located within the main ED, where wait times are well below the national average*. The hospital has launched a 30 Min...
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WARWICK, NY (October 5, 2020) – Emergencies don’t wait and neither should patients. That’s why St. Anthony Community Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), pledges to see its patients in the Emergency Department (ED) in 30 minutes or less. Patients visiting the ED will be seen by a provider within 30 minutes of check-in. The 30-Minute Pledge applies 24/7 to all patients, including children. “When you’re experiencing a medical emergency, the last thing you want t...
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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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Your experts in emergency care just got FASTER When an emergency strikes, you want access to physicians who are board-certified in emergency medicine and backed by a full-service hospital, but what about the wait? Now, when you visit the emergency room of St. Anthony Community Hospital, a member of Westchester Medical Center Health Network, you’ll be seen by a physician within 30 minutes. That’s FAST E.R. Read our 30-Minutes-Or-Less E.R. Pledge below. Our Pledge to Serve You Better We pledge to have you...
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WARWICK, 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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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. (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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We are so grateful for the recent Parade of Lights that supported our WMCHealth Heroes at St. Anthony Community Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth). Emergency service vehicles from around the county visited our hospital in a display of solidarity and recognition for the workforce and patients at St. Anthony Community Hospital. The procession of emergency service vehicles circled our campus and saluted our WMCHealth Heroes with rolling lights...
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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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Bariatric Surgery Program at Good Samaritan Hospital and Bon Secours Community Hospital Receives Five-Star Rating from Healthgrades The Surgical Weight Loss Institute at Good Samaritan Hospital (GSH) and Bon Secours Community Hospital (BSCH) has received a Five-Star Rating from Healthgrades. Consumers use Healthgrades as an online resource to help find the right doctor and the right hospital for the right care. “We are proud to receive this recognition from such a prestigious organization like Healthgra...
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WARWICK, NY (October 24, 2017) -- Anita Volpe, MHA, BSN, CCRN, NEA-BC, has been promoted to Vice President, Patient Care Services/CNE at St. Anthony Community Hospital. Ms. Volpe has been acting as Interim Vice President of Patient Services at St. Anthony Community Hospital for the past six months. She has been dedicated to serving Bon Secours Charity Health System for the last 14 years. Along with her interim appointment, she was the Nurse Manager for the Medical Surgical Department, Orthopedic U...
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Paul Nebrasky was in pain. Less than 24 hours after undergoing back surgery at a downstate hospital in July, this new resident of Warwick, NY, didn’t know where to turn for help. Luckily, a friend knew just the place -- St. Anthony Community Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth). “I couldn’t urinate and my doctor wanted me treated immediately, not drive an hour-and-a-half to a hospital or urgent care,” said Nebrasky, owner of Nebrasky Plumbing, Heating & Coo...
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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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WARWICK, N.Y. (February 2018) – St. Anthony Community Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), has announced it will offer a new birth routine known as a gentle C-section, or family-centered section, to mothers who require the procedure. A gentle C-section mimics some of the essential components of natural childbirth by allowing the parents to watch their infant enter the world through a clear drape and encourages skin-to-skin bonding with the newborn while still ...
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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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SUFFERN, N.Y. (May 10, 2022) – Residents of Rockland, Orange and Bergen counties now have a new and convenient local option for trauma services, one with direct ties to a regional center that offers the highest level of trauma services available. The New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) recently designated Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), as a Level III Adult Trauma Center. In its trauma designation declaration, the NYSDOH com...
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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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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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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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WARWICK, N.Y. – A dedicated space for our valuable EMS partners was unveiled at St. Anthony Community Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. The new lounge is designed to offer a comfortable place for them to take a respite from their busy day. Learn more about emergency services .
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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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PORT JERVIS, NY (September 6, 2016) – The Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), along with the Bon Secours Charity Health System, today announced an investment of $40+ million in Bon Secours Community Hospital and the Port Jervis area that is expected to transform healthcare delivery in the region, with an expanded emergency room, upgraded imaging center and the conversion of 36 medical/surgical rooms from semi-private to private for increased patient comfort and privacy. Ad...
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WARWICK, N.Y. (March 10, 2021) – Visitation at St. Anthony Community Hospital and Bon Secours Community Hospital, members of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), has been reinstated, per an order by the Commissioner of the Orange County Department of Health. Certain restrictions apply including visiting hours limited to 2pm – 6pm with a maximum of two visitors per day, one person at a time; only one visitor in the Emergency Department; and Labor and Delivery at St. Anthony may have...
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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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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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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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COVID-19: Maintaining a Safe and Effective Care Environment A safe and effective care environment is our highest priority, and Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) hospitals and medical practices have undertaken necessary steps to protect our patients and workforce as the COVID-19 situation evolves. On this site, you will find up-to-date information on our patient and visitor guidelines, as well as details about vaccination, testing and treatment offered at our hospital campuses, ...
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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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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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Visitation Guidelines Effective December 2, 2024 Bon Secours Charity Health System recognizes that patients need the support of family and friends while they are in the hospital or visiting for an outpatient appointment or procedure. We welcome visitors and request that you follow our visitation guidelines. Safety measures are in place for our patients, employees, and visitors. We appreciate your support and cooperation. Bon Secours Charity Health System does not restrict, limit, or deny visitation priv...
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For 80 years, St. Anthony Community Hospital in Warwick, NY, has served residents of Orange County, NY, and New Jersey’s Sussex and Passaic counties with outstanding and compassionate care. The 60-bed hospital is a primary resource for emergency, medical, surgical, obstetrical/gynecological and acute-care services. The comprehensive surgery program includes joint-replacement, vascular, gynecological, urological, pulmonary, ophthalmic, plastic surgery, hand, foot, same-day and general surgery. The expand...
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SUFERN, NY (July 7, 2017) ― Good Samaritan Hospital has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines -Stroke Silver Quality Achievement Award with Target: Stroke SM Honor Roll. The award recognizes the hospital’s commitment and success ensuring that stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines based on the latest scientific evidence. To receive the Silver Qua...
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Jennifer and Steven Kis welcomed the new year with a most precious gift: baby girl, Faith Eileen Kis. Born at 7:07 a.m. on January 1 at eight pounds, three ounces, Faith was the first baby of 2023 born at the Kennedy Birthing Center at WMCHealth's St. Anthony Community Hospital. Every new baby is a miracle; however, Jennifer and Steve's joy was amplified since Jennifer had two failed pregnancies previously. Faith is considered a "rainbow baby," offering the couple hope and healing after such...
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Please read Our Patient Information for more detail on scheduling elective outpatient ambulatory procedures and tests, visitation and what to expect in preparing for a surgical procedure. May, 18, 2020: Today, WMCHealth announces that elective outpatient ambulatory surgeries and medical tests will resume this week at its hospitals in Orange County, under an Executive Order from Governor Andrew Cuomo. St. Anthony Community Hospital in Warwick and Bon Secours Community Hospital in Por...
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Good Samaritan Hospital have been named a 5-star recipient for Vaginal Delivery by Healthgrades, the leading online resource for comprehensive information about physicians and hospitals. This 5-star rating indicates that the hospital’s clinical outcomes are statistically significantly better than expected when performing the procedure being evaluated. “With close to 3,500 births a year, our Maternity Departments are clearly dedicated to clinical quality and the finest in patient care,” said Mary Leahy, M...
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WARWICK – (March 17) On Friday, March 17, Schervier Pavilion residents and staff who call themselves Irish or were just Irish for the day, assembled in the dining room of the facility to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with music, song and refreshments. In addition to special St. Patrick’s Day refreshments, residents were treated to a wide angle TV recording of that day’s St. Patrick Day Parade in New York City. They also enjoyed live entertainment by popular singer and musician Marty Koppel whose lively mu...
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WARWICK – (July 14, 2017) St. Anthony Community Hospital’s Annual Golf & Tennis Classic, sponsored by the Warwick Health Foundation, will be held on Tuesday, September 19th at the Warwick Valley Country Club. Proceeds from the classic will support St. Anthony Community Hospital, ensuring that the hospital’s healthcare providers continue to have access to state-of-the-art equipment and technology, and the finest environment of care for each of our patients. The Bon Secours Warwick Health Foundation s...
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Megan Baldwin, Senior Vice President of Government and Community Relations VALHALLA, N.Y. (October 11, 2023) - Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) today announced three new additions to guide its Government and Community Relations efforts, to be led by Megan Baldwin, who joins the network as Senior Vice President of Government and Community Relations. Baldwin will be supported by Thomas Scaglione, Vice President of Government and Community Relations, and Pavan Naidu, Director of Govern...
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WARWICK, NY – (September 16) - More than 90 area residents took to the greens and the courts – and raised over $40,000– at St. Anthony Community Hospital’s Annual Golf & Tennis Classic on Wednesday, September 14. The Warwick Health Foundation sponsored the classic, which was held at the Warwick Valley Country Club. Proceeds from the event will support the Medical Equipment and Technology Fund at St. Anthony Community Hospital. “The monies we raised at this year’s classic will help ensure that our he...
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This website is dedicated to you, your health and the well being of this community. Here, you’ll find what’s happening at Bon Secours Community Hospital, including important news and updates, classes, screenings, and tips on staying healthy. Port Jervis Medical Village Update: Bringing a Healthy Change to the Community. The Westchester Medical Center Health Network, along with the Bon Secours Charity Health System, announced an investment of $40+ million in Bon Secours Community Hospital (BSCH)and the P...
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HealthAlliance of the Hudson Valley, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), has received contingency approval from the New York State Department of Health for a transformative $92 million expansion and enhancement of HealthAlliance Hospital: Mary’s Avenue Campus, HealthAlliance and WMCHealth announced today. The reimagined HealthAlliance Hospital will have a new, four-story tower and 437,000 square feet of space -- 100,000 square feet more than the hospital’s current conf...
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VALHALLA, N.Y. (July 21, 2020) – Westchester Medical Center has been certified as a Comprehensive Stroke Center, a designation that represents the most advanced stroke treatment available in a given geographic area*. With this certification, Westchester Medical Center, the flagship of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), is now the only hospital in New York’s Hudson Valley region recognized by the New York State Department of Health as a Comprehensive Stroke Center. The Centers for...
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SUFFERN, N.Y. (August 8, 2018) – Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), has announced the acquisition of the Philips CT Big Bore System. This new, class-leading diagnostic equipment will help improve patient outcomes by enhancing accuracy through patient positioning, imaging performance and speed to treatment. Good Samaritan Hospital is the only hospital in Rockland and Orange counties with this game-changing equipment. Mary P. Leahy, MD, C...
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Dear Colleagues: I am so proud of, and grateful for, our phenomenal WMCHealth workforce. This includes our frontline teams who are caring for our COVID-19 and non-COVID patients, as well as our dedicated army of non-patient care team members who are providing around-the-clock support. As we continue to respond to the COVID-19 situation, I want to underscore that a safe and effective care environment is our highest priority. WMCHealth hospitals and medical practices are taking all necessary steps to prot...
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WARWICK, NY (December 21) – Commercial greeting cards often take a back seat when the creative hands and minds of children express themselves. Jean Thomasberger, director of PAK Kids (Park Avenue Kids) was teaching the children in her before-and-after-school program at Park Avenue Elementary School how to create their own Christmas and Holiday greeting cards when she realized their project could bring much joy to others. “At first I learned that handmade cards were being sent to injured soldiers, ...
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WARWICK, NY (January 20) – It was a fun afternoon on Wednesday, January 20, for both young and older at Schervier Pavilion, a skilled nursing facility on the Warwick Campus of the Bon Secours Charity Health System. As part of Schervier Pavilion’s intergenerational programming, residents had an opportunity to get together with children from the nearby Warrwick Day Care Center for a "Winter Carnival". The staff at the Day Care Center brought along games with winter games and the room was arranged in stati...
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Presented by St. Anthony Community Hospital Dinner with a Doc New advances in joint replacement surgery Tuesday, June 12 6 to 8 p.m. Mount Alverno Center Greenbriar Room 20 Grand Street, Warwick, NY Join us for a complimentary dinner and an informative presentation about joint replacement surgery. Learn how to manage your condition and live life to the fullest. Space is limited – RSVP today! Call 888.606.2255 to register. Kosher meals available only upon request at the time of registration. Dinner with ...
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WARWICK – (March 17) On Thursday, March 17, Schervier Pavilion residents and staff who call themselves Irish or were just Irish for the day, assembled in the dining room of the facility to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with music, song and refreshments. In addition to special St. Patrick’s Day refreshments including green cup cakes, residents were treated to live entertainment by popular singer and musician Jeremy Langdale whose lively music included both Irish and American favorites. “We hosted this and ...
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Given the issues with air quality as a result of the Canadian fires, Rachelle J. Lodescar, MD , a burn surgeon for the Westchester Medical Center Burn Center, recommends these tips to limit your risk during this public health crisis: Avoid any unnecessary time outdoors, especially higher-risk groups such as children, the elderly, pregnant women, immunocompromised individuals and those with underlying heart or respiratory conditions If necessary to be outdoors, avoid strenuous activities or exercis...
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The Kennedy Birthing Center at St. Anthony Community Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), has received a 5-Star rating in 2022 for both Vaginal Delivery and C-Section Delivery from Healthgrades, a leading online hospital ratings source. The Kennedy Birthing Center includes eight Labor Delivery Recovery Post-Partum (LDRP) private rooms with their own bathrooms, mini refrigerators and sleeper chairs for dads with 24-hour access. Demand breastfeeding is supported...
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WARWICK – (May 14) “It’s a smal world, with a big heart.” That was the theme for this year’s National Nursing Home Week, May 8-14. The American Health Care Association (AHCA), which established the special week in 1967, had chosen this year’s theme to commemorate a historical time for older adults: And the residents at Schervier Pavilion, a skilled nursing facility on the Warwick Campus of the Bon Secours Charity Health System, are likely to remember that time and the New York World’s Fair of the 1960s....
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In the wake of two blasts of winter weather across the Hudson Valley, Westchester Medical Center, the flagship of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), urges residents to take necessary safety precautions to prevent avoidable winter-weather emergencies. Each year, more than 400 people in the United States die from unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, including incidents related to portable generator use. Most ca...
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(SUFFERN, NY, September 29) – The Total Joint Replacement Center at Good Samaritan Hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Hospital Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal of Approval® is a symbol of quality that reflects an organization’s commitment to providing safe and effective patient care. Good Samaritan Hospital recently underwent a rigorous, unannounced onsite survey. During the review, a team of Joint Commis...
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VALHALLA, N.Y. (June 22, 2020) – Updated visitation guidelines are going 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 com...
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VALHALLA, NY - (August 17, 2020) ― Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern, NY and three other member hospitals of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) – Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla, NY; MidHudson Regional Hospital in Poughkeepsie, NY; and HealthAlliance Hospital in Kingston, NY – have earned the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get with the Guidelines ® – Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award. The award recognizes each hospital for its commitment ...
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KINGSTON, N.Y. (May 27, 2021) —WMCHealth Physicians, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), welcomes Lakshmi A. Gollapudi, MD, to the physician group’s practice in Kingston. Dr. Gollapudi has specialties in gastroenterology and hepatology. As a gastroenterologist, she focuses in preventing, diagnosing and treating digestive system disorders. These disorders include conditions involving the esophagus, stomach, small intestine and colon, and her services include...
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Parents Madeline DeJesus and Joshua Crespo with their baby girl Ariel Ivy Crespo WARWICK, NY (January 3, 202 2 ) – Congratulations to Madeline DeJesus and Joshua Crespo of Port Jervis, NY on the delivery of the first baby of 2022 born at St. Anthony Community Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. Baby girl Ariel Ivy Crespo was born at 9:44 a.m. on January 2 and weighed 7 pounds 13 ounces and was 19 ½ inches long. About St. Anthony Community Hospital, a m...
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Scope of the Problem and Practical Skills to Screen, Engage and Treat Online Registration is Currently Closed. Course Director Stephen J. Ferrando, MD Professor and Chairman, Department of Psychiatry Behavioral Health Center, Westchester Medical Center This conference will educate primary and specialty providers on the scope of the opioid addiction problem in adolescents and young adults both nationally and locally. Through lecture and case presentations, attendees will acquire a personal perspective on...
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VALHALLA, N.Y. (October 13, 2023) – More than 200 Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) physicians across a wide range of clinical specialties have been recognized as “Top Doctors” by their peers, according to a well-known healthcare research and consumer resource list. Advancing Care in the Hudson Valley Many of the cited doctors are members of the WMCHealth Physicians provider group, which includes the medical practices of Advanced Physicians Services and Bon Secours Medi...
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SUFFERN , N.Y. (October 20, 2016) -- T he Center for Breast Health at Good Samaritan Hospital is now offering Genius™ 3D M AMMOGRAPHY ™ exams. Utilizing advanced breast tomosynthesis technology, 3D exams are clinically proven to significantly increase the detection of breast cancers, while simultaneously decreasing the number of women  ...
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St. Anthony Community Hospital has been named a 5-star recipient for Vaginal Delivery by Healthgrades, the leading online resource for comprehensive information about physicians and hospitals. This 5-star ratings indicate that the hospital’s clinical outcomes are statistically significantly better than expected when performing the procedure being evaluated. “With close to 3,500 births a year at both St. Anthony Community Hospital and Good Samaritan Hospital, our Maternity Departments are clearly dedicate...
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SUFFERN, N.Y. (May 26, 2021) – The expanded Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at Good Samaritan Hospital offers new imaging technologies that deliver sharp images along with anatomical guidance for physicians to use during interventional procedures. Use of this equipment allows for diagnoses that are more accurate, decreases patient discomfort and increases the potential for shorter hospital stays. The guidance system in use Good Samaritan Hospital’s Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory automatica...
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WARWICK, N.Y., (August 8, 2016) -- St. Anthony Community Hospital participated in the Global Big Latch On on August 6, 2016 on the Mount Alverno Center Lawn in Warwick, N.Y. Thirty moms and babies came out and joined breastfeeding women and their children across the world in their own communities during World Breastfeeding Week to take part in the synchronized breastfeeding event. Participants received breastfeeding information from a Board Certified Lactation Consultant, enjoyed refreshments and ...
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WARWICK – (June 19) On Sunday, June 19, both fathers and mothers, all residents of Schervier Pavilion, celebrated Father’s Day. Schervier Pavilion is a skilled nursing facility on the Warwick Campus of Bon Secours Charity Health System, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. Early that morning Sister Rosemary Corr, O.P from St. Anthony Community Hospital Pastoral Care, gave her blessing and closed by saying,. “Every day is a blessing for you and a blessing for us to have ...
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Warwick, N.Y. (June 20, 2016) –More than 320 Warwick community members joined together on the Great Lawn of Mount Alverno Center for the 5th Annual June Tent Party. St. Anthony Community Hospital and the Warwick Valley Rotary Club hosted this evening of dining and dancing on June 4. Leo Kaytes, Jr. and Cindy Vander Plaat were the event’s co-chairs. Funds raised from the party will support St. Anthony Community Hospital and The Rotary. The Bon Secours Warwick Health Foundation will use proceeds to enhanc...
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VALHALLA, N.Y. (October 20, 2020) – More than 250 Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) physicians across a wide range of clinical specialties have been recognized as “Top Doctors” by their peers, according to a well-known healthcare research and consumer resource list published in Westchester and Hudson Valley magazines. WMCHealth clinical specialists recognized as “Top Doctors” can be found via a search on the websites of Westchester a nd Hudson Valley magazines. Advancin...
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• Philips to support Bon Secours Charity Health System, a member of the Valhalla, NY-based Westchester Medical Center Health Network, through innovative medical technologies • Partnership gives Bon Secours Charity Health access to industry-leading Philips solutions to support their goals of expanding access to quality care and building healthier communities through population health management • Agreement is an adjunct to the existing 15-year, $500 million partnership between the Westchester Medical Cent...
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WARWICK, N.Y. (June 8, 2021) ― St. Anthony Community Hospital, a member of WMCHealth, now offers robotic-arm assisted total knee replacement procedures. Robotic-arm assisted surgery assists surgeons by making implant placement more precise and aligned with each patient’s unique anatomy. This personalized precision can reduce surgical discomfort for the patient, speed recovery times and increase the longevity of the implant. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , join...
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VALHALLA, NY (November 11, 2021) ― Four Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) hospitals have again been cited by national associations* for stroke care excellence. Westchester Medical Center, Good Samaritan Hospital, MidHudson Regional Hospital and HealthAlliance Hospital have each earned the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get with the Guidelines ® Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award for 2021. The award recognizes each hospital for its commitment to, and ...
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WARWICK, N.Y. (October 11, 2021) ― St. Anthony Community Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), announced the launch of a new Diabetic Foot Care Program at the hospital to help prevent, diagnose and treat foot conditions caused by diabetes. According to the CDC , diabetes can reduce blood flow to the feet, which slows the healing process. If left unchecked, a small cut, blister or open sore on the foot might evolve into a more severe condition, such as diabetic ...
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WARWICK, NY (October 27) – When Valentine Laurent was born in Saint Barthélemy (St. Barts) in the French West Indies, what is now a picturesque island known for its white-sand beaches, chic hotels and designer shops, had yet to enjoy the luxury of electricity or running water. And most people traveled on foot. Laurent, a resident of Warwick’s Mount Alverno Center Adult Home and Assisted Living Program, was born on October 27, 1915. And on Tuesday, October 27 of this year, she celebrated her 100th birthda...
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WARWICK, NY (February 12) – With her good memory, alertness and sense of humor, it’s hard to imagine that Rose Marciante, a resident at Mount Alverno Center, an adult residence and assisted living program on the Warwick Campus of the Bon Secours Health Care System, just celebrated her 105th birthday. When Marciante was born in New York City on February 12, 1911, the President of the United States was William Howard Taft. And although motorized apparatus had recently been introduced, most of the fire eng...
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WARWICK, NY (December 31) – It was a festive afternoon at Schervier Pavilion on Thursday, December 31. Residents and their family members were provided with traditional hats and noise makers and celebrated a video tour of that day’s New Year’s Eve celebrations around the world with non-alcoholic sparkling wines, cakes and special deserts. The highlight of the afternoon, however, was a guest appearance and hour-long performance of both classical and popular music by James Rensink, a world-renowned musici...
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WARWICK, NY (February 7) – The wide screen TV in the dining hall at Schervier Pavilion, is especially useful during spectacular sports events. And so on Sunday evening, February 7, residents of Schervier Pavilion gathered to watch Super Bowl 50. It was also an opportunity to enjoy a Super Bowl Party with cold drinks and traditional snacks including barbecued chicken wings, pigs in blankets and potato chips. “It’s fun to watch the game together,” said resident Caryl McCoy-Belmonte. “I’m rooting for Denve...
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WARWICK – (February 14) On Friday, February 12, Schervier Pavilion staff decorated the dining hall with hearts and balloons as family members joined their loved ones to celebrate Valentine’s Day with a “Sweetheart Ball.” In addition to special Valentine’s Day refreshments, guests were treated to live entertainment by popular singer and musician Chris Durante whose lively music encouraged impromptu dancing and singing by families and residents to Elvis Presley era tunes. “We hosted this event to gi...
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WARWICK – (March 18) On Friday, March 18, Schervier Pavilion residents, family and staff filled the dining hall at Schervier Pavilion to enjoy a lively afternoon with a demonstration of Irish step dancing, music, and refreshments. It felt like St. Patrick’s Day all over again! Both award winning and beginning student dancers of Kerry Dance demonstrated a series of traditional Irish step dances including popular jigs and reels. The Warwick-based school is under the direction of Kerry Gleason and bo...
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WARWICK (March 20) – On Saturday, March 19, the staff at Schervier Pavilion organized and participated in an Easter Egg Hunt on the grounds of the facility. The festive event was held for Schervier Pavilion residents and their families. After the families arrived, the children were split up according to their age and the hunt began. When all of the eggs were found, everyone was invited inside for refreshments and door prize drawings. A surprise visit by the Easter Bunny was a tre...
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WARWICK (April 20) – The 1952 film, April in Paris, staring Doris Day and Ray Bolger, was about a faux pas. But on Tuesday, April 19, there was only joie de vivre as residents of Schervier Pavilion, a skilled nursing facility on the Warwick Campus of Bon Secours Charity Health System, celebrated April in Paris with a party. Residents had an opportunity to learn some conversational French, hear interesting facts about the City of Paris and enjoy refreshment including French cream puffs. The highlight of t...
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Baseball Season themed picnic held outdoors at the skilled nursing facility on the Warwick Campus of Bon Secours Charity Health System, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. WARWICK – (September 10) It was a warm and festive day with colorful balloons, music, games, prizes, lots of baseballs and good company. On Saturday, September 10, Schervier Pavilion residents, their families, staff and volunteers gathered together outdoors as well as under a huge tent to enjoy the annual “Grand...
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PORT JERVIS, NY – (September 10) The theme was “Honoring the Military” and the tables were set in red, white and blue with colorful flower centerpieces crafted by a horticulture specialist and residents of St. Joseph’s Place, a long-term care facility at Bon Secours Community Hospital in Port Jervis, NY. Saturday afternoon, September 10, residents gathered with their families, staff and volunteers to enjoy the annual “Grandparents’ Day” picnic. Over 170 people attended the festive event and it was...
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WARWICK – (Jan. 1) She came into the world at 9:33 p.m. on New Year’s Day thus earning the honor of being the first baby born this year at St. Anthony Community Hospital in Warwick, NY. Addison Brianne, born to Alyse Beers and Brian E. Wright of Warwick, weighed eight pounds one ounce and measured 20 ½.inches long. Addison also has a big brother Carson, age 2 ½. Obstetrician James K. Brockunier, M.D., was the attending physician assisted by nurses Raphaella Zappula, RN, and Janice Hoogenhuis, RN. ...
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WARWICK – (February 10) Mardi Gras, French for Fat Tuesday, is the day before Ash Wednesday and it’s traditionally a time to celebrate and eat well before the season of Lent. Although celebrated throughout the world, most people in the United States associate the event with the City of New Orleans. But on Tuesday, February 9, the residents of Schervier Pavilion, a skilled nursing facility on the Warwick Campus of the Bon Secours Charity Health System, also had an opportunity to celebrate Mardi Gras with...
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WARWICK – (February 18) – According to the American Heart Association, congenital heart defects, are the most common type of birth defects. . A congenital heart defect (CHD), present at birth, is caused by improper development of the heart during fetal development. Early detection is crucial and therefore newborn screening is standard procedure at St. Anthony Community Hospital’s Kennedy Birthing Center. February is American Heart Month and the Kennedy Birthing Center is participating in the American He...
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WARWICK – (Jan. 1) He came into the world at 3:20 a.m. on New Year’s Day, earning the honor of being the first baby born this year at St. Anthony Community Hospital in Warwick, NY and perhaps all of Orange County. Martin King Charles Paul Jr., born to India and Martin Paul of Chester, weighed seven pounds three ounces and measured 22 inches long. Martin also has two sisters, Angel, 7, and Asia, 3. Obstetrician James K. Brockunier, M.D., was the attending physician assisted by nurses Raphaella Zappula, RN...
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Warwick, NY (December 16, 2016) – Warwick area residents place a premium on local access to advanced healthcare. And they “walk the walk” by supporting the Bon Secours Warwick Foundation’s efforts to expand and enhance the programs and services at St. Anthony Community Hospital and the adult and rehabilitation facilities, Mount Alverno Center and Schervier Pavilion. As a result of donations from patients, local residents and area businesses, it has been possible for the Foundation to disburse $417,000 to...
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WARWICK – (February 28) Mardi Gras, French for Fat Tuesday, is the day before Ash Wednesday and it’s traditionally a time to celebrate and eat well before the season of Lent. Although celebrated throughout the world, most people in the United States associate the event with the City of New Orleans. And, like New Orleans, the residents of Schervier Pavilion, a skilled nursing facility on the Warwick Campus of the Bon Secours Charity Health System, began the celebration early with a Mardi Gras party on Su...
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WARWICK – (February 15) On Tuesday, February 14, Schervier Pavilion staff decorated the dining hall with hearts and balloons as family members joined their loved ones to celebrate Valentine’s Day at a “Sweetheart Ball.” In addition to special Valentine’s Day refreshments and individual roses and necklaces, residents and their guests were treated to live entertainment by popular singer and guitar player Marty Koppel whose music encouraged several impromptu sing alongs. “We hosted this event to give...
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PORT JERVIS, NY – (November 30) On November 28, members of “Get Fit Port Jervis,” a community walking initiative created by Bon Secours Community Hospital, celebrated their “End of the Walking Group Season” luncheon. The event has been provided courtesy of the hospital in its cafeteria each year since the group formed in May of 2014. The Walking Group was conceived and is currently led by Karen Little, MSPT, Physical Therapist, of Bon Secours Community Hospital’s Physical Rehabilitatio...
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Need help paying your bill? PLEASE CALL 844.419.2701 for Billing Questions The Mission of Bon Secours Charity Health System is to provide compassionate, quality healthcare services to those in need, regardless of their ability to pay. If you do not have health insurance we can help. You may qualify for financial assistance through a government-sponsored program or through the Bon Secours Financial Assistance Program. Our staff is available to help you with the application process. The Bon Secours ...
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Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), the leading provider of integrated healthcare in the Hudson Valley, will launch the Victim Informed Care & Trauma Recovery (VICTR) Taskforce this week, to serve the needs of abuse victims and those impacted by trauma in Westchester County. The goal of this first-of-its-kind team is to collaborate with community partners to ensure a compassionate and streamlined approach to response and recovery for all victims. The VICTR Taskforce will bring tog...
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WARWICK, NY (September 16) – St. Anthony Community Hospital in Warwick, NY held its annual Golf and Tennis Classic on Wednesday, September 16, at the Warwick Valley Country Club on Oakland Avenue. It was a picture perfect day for the outing with warm temperatures and blue skies that added to the enjoyment of the 72 golfers and 16 tennis players who participated in the second combined event. The net proceeds will be used to benefit the Bon Secours Warwick Health Foundation Medical Equipment and Technology...
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WARWICK, NY (February 10) – It was a fun morning on Wednesday, February 10, for both young and older at Schervier Pavilion, a skilled nursing facility on the Warwick Campus of the Bon Secours Charity Health System. As part of Schervier Pavilion’s intergenerational programming, residents had an opportunity to get together with children from the nearby Warwick Day Care Center for a "Hot Cocoa Party.” In addition to sharing hot cocoa and cookies, both the children and the residents were delighted to ...
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Westchester Medical Center Health Network’s Performing Provider System (PPS) and its Center for Regional Healthcare Innovation (CRHI ) have made significant progress to date with partnerships and investments in community initiatives that close gaps in access to healthcare resources and create sustainable, healthier communities at the grassroots level. The WMCHealth PPS was established to participate in New York State’s Delivery System Reform Incentive Payment (DSRIP) program, a statewide p...
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WARWICK – (November 4) Over 175 people recently attended an Education Fair sponsored by St. Anthony Community Hospital, a member of the Bon Secours Charity Health System. Attendees at the two-day event, held on September 30 and October 1, had an opportunity to visit 18 educational stations and attend presentations on 22 diverse health topics, five of which were given to satisfy the hospital’s annual competency requirements. Jackie’s Gems, a co-sponsor with Team SACH in a fundraiser for the Breast Cancer...
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