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Northwell Opens $52M Cancer Center, Multispecialty Practice in Queens

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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As part of the new cancer center, Queens Medical Associates (QMA), a member of the Northwell Health Cancer Institute, will move its highly regarded hematology and oncology practice, located in Fresh Meadows for over 30 years, to Rego Park.

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  • As part of the new cancer center, Queens Medical Associates (QMA), a member of the Northwell Health Cancer Institute, will move its highly regarded hematology and oncology practice, located in Fresh Meadows for over 30 years, to Rego Park.
  • Northwell treats about 19,000 New Yorkers with cancer each year, more than any other cancer provider in the state.
  • “We’re excited to open a new outpatient cancer center in the heart of Queens to deliver the best cancer care close to where people live,” said Richard Barakat, MD , physician-in-chief and executive director of the Northwell Health Cancer Institute.
  • “Northwell is uniquely positioned to care for patients in Queens – one of the most diverse places in the country.

Northwell Health is New York’s most awarded health system by U.S. News

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023
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Two other Northwell hospitals also placed in the top 10 in state rankings, and dozens of programs across the health system were also ranked incredibly well.

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  • Two other Northwell hospitals also placed in the top 10 in state rankings, and dozens of programs across the health system were also ranked incredibly well.
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    Dozens of Northwell specialty programs were ranked among the best in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.
  • “We are proud to see Northwell recognized as New York State’s most-awarded health system.
  • The health system has more hospitals ranked as the top in the state, and has more specialties ranked nationally as well.

Northwell cardiac surgery, cardiology programs rank among New York’s best

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Monday, April 10, 2023
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    A Northwell cardiothoracic team performs open-heart surgery.
  • Northwell’s cardiothoracic programs also were recognized for superior outcomes in several other cardiac surgery categories in the state report.
  • The state analyzed 69,065 total adult cardiac surgeries, including isolated coronary artery bypass graft (CABG), valve, valve/CABG, and other cardiac surgeries performed statewide and discharged between December 2016-November 2019.
  • “I’m incredibly proud of the accomplishments of the combined superior outcomes achieved by our cardiac teams in angioplasty and cardiothoracic surgery.

Northwell Hospitals Designated Advanced Spine Centers of Excellence

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Tuesday, May 17, 2022
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Three Northwell Health hospitals have been named Advanced Spine Centers of Excellence by The Joint Commission, the only such programs in New York State to earn the prestigious designation.

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  • Three Northwell Health hospitals have been named Advanced Spine Centers of Excellence by The Joint Commission, the only such programs in New York State to earn the prestigious designation.
  • The three hospitals combine to perform more than 1,300 surgical spine cases each year, making them regional destinations for spine care.
  • Northwell Health, New York States largest health system which includes hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers across Long Island, New York City and Westchester, handles more than 4,500 surgical spine cases annually.
  • Northwells Spine Program, which is a member of the National American Spine Registry, is supported by advanced technologies such as guided navigation and spine robotics.

Northwell Cardiac Surgery, Cardiology Programs Rank Among New York’s Best

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Monday, May 2, 2022
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Long Island Jewish (LIJ) Medical Center was ranked for superior outcomes for emergency PCI.

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  • Long Island Jewish (LIJ) Medical Center was ranked for superior outcomes for emergency PCI.
  • These hospitals all earned the prestigious double-star asterisk for statistically superior outcomes as reported by the DOH.
  • Its statistical analysis of risk-adjusted outcomes for adult cardiac surgery took place during the full three-year reporting period from 2016-2018.
  • The DOH report analyzed 67,503 total adult cardiac surgeries including isolated CABG, valve, valve/CABG, and other cardiac surgeries performed at 38 hospitals across New York from 2016-2018.

LIJ Valley Stream Hospital Names Executive Director

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Thursday, February 24, 2022
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Long Island Jewish (LIJ) Valley Stream Hospital has appointed Jason Tan, RN , as its new executive director.

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  • Long Island Jewish (LIJ) Valley Stream Hospital has appointed Jason Tan, RN , as its new executive director.
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    Jason Tan executive director, Long Island Jewish Valley Stream Hospital photo courtesy: Northwell Photo
    Mr. Tan has held different leadership roles during his seven-year tenure at LIJ Valley Stream.
  • For the past two years he has served as deputy executive director for the hospital.
  • Prior to that he was the associate executive director of quality management and associate executive director of operations.

NatGeo’s The First Wave Film Documents Pandemic From Northwell’s Front Line

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Friday, November 19, 2021
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And it captures what New Yorkers went through during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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  • And it captures what New Yorkers went through during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • This incredible film takes us much deeper because we offered the crew full access to the life-and-death events that took place during the first wave at Long Island Jewish Medical Center.
  • The result is a film that is true to the moment and captures the profound impact the virus left in its wake.
  • Northwell Health, the largest health care provider and private employer in New York State, bore the brunt of the first wave.

Frontline Workers and Patients Reflect on Two Years of COVID-19

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Wednesday, November 17, 2021
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David Battinelli, MD , senior vice president, led Northwell Healths initial response to the health crisis as it arrived in New York in March 2020.

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  • David Battinelli, MD , senior vice president, led Northwell Healths initial response to the health crisis as it arrived in New York in March 2020.
  • Our peak came on April 7th, 2020, when we treated 3,500 hospitalized patients.
  • It was truly inspiring to see every staff member mobilizing so quickly for the good of our patients.
  • For information on our more than 100 medical specialties, visit Northwell.edu and follow us @NorthwellHealth on Facebook , Twitter , Instagram and LinkedIn .

Long Island Jewish Medical Center Appoints Dr. Michael Gitman Executive Director

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Monday, November 15, 2021
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Northwell Health today announced the appointment of Michael Gitman, MD , to lead Long Island Jewish (LIJ) Medical Center as its executive director.

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  • Northwell Health today announced the appointment of Michael Gitman, MD , to lead Long Island Jewish (LIJ) Medical Center as its executive director.
  • Dr. Gitman has served as medical director at North Shore University Hospital (NSUH) in Manhasset since 2014 and succeeds Michael Goldberg, who departs Northwell to pursue other opportunities outside of the health system.
  • Michael Gitman has a rich family legacy of service to the region and to Long Island Jewish Medical Center in particular, said Michael Dowling , president and CEO at Northwell Health.
  • Dr. Gitman completed his residency and chief residency in internal medicine, as well as a nephrology fellowship at Mount Sinai Medical Center.

Northwell Gives COVID-19 Booster Vaccine to Nurse Sandra Lindsay, Staff

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Wednesday, October 6, 2021
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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20211006005964/en/
    Ms. Lindsay enthusiastically held high three fingers moments after Michelle Chester, DNP, director of Northwell Health Employee Health Services, administered the booster shot in front of reporters.
  • On Wednesday, Ms. Lindsay was back in front of cameras, one of five frontline health care workers who publicly received their booster shot.
  • And now, after this most difficult year, we are delighted to be able to offer our team members a booster shot of the Pfizer vaccine.
  • For information on our more than 100 medical specialties, visit Northwell.edu and follow us @NorthwellHealth on Facebook , Twitter , Instagram and LinkedIn .