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VALHALLA, N.Y. (February 5, 2021) – As the lead for the Hudson Valley Region Hub of New York State’s Regional Vaccine Network, WMCHealth is leading the Hudson Valley’s largest-ever collaboration of healthcare providers and logistics effort to ensure the safe, equitable and efficient distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine across Westchester, Rockland, Orange, Putnam, Dutchess, Ulster and Sullivan counties. Working with a broad group of nearly 320 hospitals, healthcare organizations and agencies, community ...
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VALHALLA, N.Y. (April 16, 2021) – Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth ) has surpassed another milestone in the COVID-19 vaccination effort with the announced coordination of more than 1 million doses to vaccination sites across the Hudson Valley. New York State selected WMCHealth to be the vaccine distribution coordinator for the Hudson Valley Region Hub in its Regional Vaccine Network. As such, WMCHealth leads a group consisting of more than 300 hospitals, healthcare organizations, com...
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Our volunteers are cherished members of our hospital family. These dedicated men and women and teens range in age from high school students to senior citizens. They donate their time and energy to work in almost every area of our hospital. The most important quality for a volunteer is a real desire to serve the hospital, patients and the community. A dedicated and responsible approach to service is more important than prior experience or special skills. Volunteers are given an opportunity to...
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VALHALLA, N.Y. (March 9, 2021) – The Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) and United Way’s 211 Helpline are partnering to distribute information about the COVID-19 vaccine to residents in the Hudson Valley. “WMCHealth and our Health Equity Task Force are committed to making sure the COVID-19 vaccine information is distributed in an equitable and inclusive manner,” said Michael D. Israel, President and CEO of WMCHealth. “Partnering with United Way’s 211 Helpline allows us to reach ...
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VALHALLA, N.Y. (November 18, 2021) – New York State COVID-19 vaccination efforts for ages 12 and older will transition from the Westchester County Center to Westchester Medical Center, the flagship of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), beginning Friday, November 19. Also, vaccination for children ages 5 to 11 is available at WMCHealth’s Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital. Both Westchester Medical Center and Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital are located at 100 Woods Roa...
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VALHALLA, N.Y. (August 13, 2018) – As the summer draws to a close, families are turning their thoughts and preparations to the beginning of a new school year. Amidst the back to school shopping and gathering of school supplies, experts at Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network, are urging parents to remember the most important back to school focus – their children’s physical and emotional preparedness for the year ahead. Pediatrician Rebekka Levis, MD...
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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. WMCHealth offers COVID-19 diagnostic testing at Good Samaritan Hospital Testing is available by appointment only. How do I make an appointment? Testing is available for current and former patients whose physicians are affiliated with Bon Secours Medical Group, Good Samaritan Hospital, St. ...
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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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Last year, volunteers at Good Samaritan Hospital, St. Anthony Community Hospital and Bon Secours Community Hospital donated a total of 53,472 hours of their time in service. That generosity was estimated as being equal to a contribution of $1,290,274. On June 1, these three hospitals of the Bon Secours Charity Health System invited volunteers to a Recognition Luncheon. It was an opportunity for Bon Secours Charity Health System senior administrators to express their gratitude to the many dedicated men an...
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VALHALLA , N.Y. (May 27, 2022) – Westchester Medical Center Health Network's (WMCHealth) 2022 Gala to be held at the Caramoor Center for Music and Arts in Katonah, NY on June 4 will salute 10 local organizations for their support of the Network during the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition, WMCHealth will recognize Michael Gewitz, MD, Executive Director, and William Russell McCurdy, Physician-in-Chief of WMCHealth's Maria Fareri Children's Hospital for his decades-long accomplishments in pediatric cardiolog...
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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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Your doctor will notify you and your family regarding the day and time of your discharge. Please do not leave the hospital before being formally discharged by your attending physician. If you cannot arrange for transportation home before 9:00 a.m., you are welcome to wait in the patient lounge on your floor. Should you remain in your room past 10:00 a.m., reimbursement policies require us to charge you the full day's room rate. Since these charges would not be covered by your insurance carrier, please a...
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SUFFERN, N.Y. (July 31, 2018) – Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), has been awarded $40,000 in Mission Grant funds from Bon Secours Health System. The funds will support medically at-risk, low-income patients with limited or no health insurance, in particular, women at high-risk for breast cancer as well as patients with diabetes and congestive heart failure. Nearly $20,000 was awarded to help initiate the program, Genetic Counseling and Diagn...
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COVID-19 Vaccination, Testing and Treatment at WMCHealth Use the links below to a WMCHealth location for testing and vaccine appointment scheduling. Westchester Medical Center, Maria Fareri Children's Hospital and our Behavioral Health Center HealthAlliance Hospital Margaretville Hospital MidHudson Regional Hospital Bon Secours Community Hospital Good Samaritan Hospital St. Anthony Community Hospital WMCHealth Physicians Advanced Physician Services Bon Secours Medical Group More COVID-19 and Antibody Te...
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SUFFERN, N.Y. (October 19, 2023) –– Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), has received a $250,000 gift from the Sisters of Reparation Charitable Trust to establish the Mother Mary Zita Endowment. The endowment gift will help advance women’s health at Good Samaritan Hospital, which includes providing access to advanced gynecologic care, 3D mammography, high-risk cancer screenings, and breast surgery as well as robotic-assisted surgery, menopausal ...
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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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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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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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Summer is officially upon us and with the sun-filled days comes the extreme temperatures. Warm weather and longer days will bring many of us outdoors for cookouts, parties and more, but with local forecasts predicting temperatures soaring to 100 degrees this weekend it is important to understand the risks. Most healthy people can tolerate these heat changes without missing a beat, but people with damaged hearts, or older people whose bodies don’t respond as readily to stress, have a much harder time and...
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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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Admitting Procedures Your admission to the hospital must be arranged by your physician in conjunction with the hospital's Admitting Department. Either your doctor and /or his staff or the Admitting Office will notify you of your admission time. Once you arrive at the hospital, you should enter through the Emergency Department entrance unless you are a maternity patient. If you need assistance, please ask for help at the Information Desk. If you are a maternity patient in active labor, please report dire...
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Suffern, N.Y. (May 8) – Support for local healthcare and the spirit of philanthropy rang loud and clear at Good Samaritan Hospital’s 32nd Annual Spring Ball on April 21. More than 300 physicians, healthcare administrators, board members, staff and friends raised more than $225,000 at the ball, the hospital’s largest annual fundraiser. Good Samaritan, a Member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), held the event at The Rockleigh. Proceeds from the Spring Ball help make it possible ...
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For over 100 years, the WMCHealth Network has served the Hudson Valley. We are proud of our long tradition of ensuring access to care for all, regardless of who you are, where you come from or your ability to pay. Our environments are safe and protected and they are inclusive and welcoming to all. Now, more than ever, we ask that you don't delay care. We are here to help you.
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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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Admitting Procedures Your admission to the hospital must be arranged by your physician in conjunction with the hospital's Admitting Department. Either your doctor and /or his staff or the Admitting Office will notify you of your admission time. Once you arrive at the hospital, you should enter through the Emergency Department entrance unless you are a maternity patient. If you need assistance, please ask for help at the Information Desk. If you are a maternity patient in active labor, please report dire...
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Suffern, NY (April 30, 2018) – Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) recently held its 33 rd Annual Spring Ball and celebrated honorees, Cary Hirsch, MD, and Chestnut Ridge Transportation. Approximately $300,000 was raised at the ball to benefit Good Samaritan Hospital. Proceeds will help the hospital further invest in state-of-the-art facilities, leading-edge technology and innovative services. The nearly 450 guests in attendance at...
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SUFFERN, N.Y. (December 3, 2018) – Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), recently held its annual Girls’ Night Out event to raise funds for its nationally recognized Center for Breast Health. The evening was a celebration of camaraderie, strength and taking charge of one’s health. It included a high-end shopping experience, mini makeovers, a silent auction, raffles, dinner and more. Karen Karsif, MD, Medical Director of The Center for Breas...
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Spiritual Care The chaplains of the Pastoral Care Department are available to serve your spiritual and religious needs, as well as those of your family. Newly admitted patients of all faiths are visited by a chaplain. Catholic and Jewish chaplains are available during the day and are on call for emergencies. The Eucharistic Liturgy is offered in the chapel, located in the main lobby, Monday through Friday at noon, Saturday at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday at 10:30 a.m. You are welcome to attend Mass or visit the...
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SUFFERN, N.Y. (December 2, 2019) – 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 someo...
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VALHALLA, N.Y. (June 12, 2020) – Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) offers a convenient online appointment scheduling service for COVID-19 antibody and diagnostic tests, via WMCHealth.org/Testing . Community members requesting an appointment online will be contacted by a WMCHealth representative within 72 hours, and scheduled at one of several convenient locations in the Hudson Valley. Members of the public can also schedule COVID-19 antibody and diagnostic appointments by call...
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Whooping cough can be difficult to distinguish from an upper respiratory infection or cold. Characterized by coughing and fever, and highly contagious in the first 1-2 weeks, whooping cough gets its nickname from the audible “whoop” sound that those infected make when they gasp for air following a coughing fit. “Whooping cough is sometimes known as the ‘100 Day Cough’ because the longer a patient waits to treat it, the longer the coughing symptoms can persist – sometimes up to three months,...
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Patient Representative Services provides a liaison between you, your family, our medical staff and hospital services. As your advocate, we help address issues and concerns that may arise and ensure that your rights as a patient are being met. We can also assist you in the following areas: Special equipment for disabled individuals Sign, foreign language interpreters Advance directives, such as "Do Not Resuscitate Orders (DNR)", health care proxy Organ donation ethical issues For more information, please...
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VALHALLA, N.Y. (March 2, 2021) – The Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) announced the appointment of two members of its senior leadership team to new positions. Anthony Costello has been named Executive Vice President at WMCHealth. In this role, Costello serves as Chief Operating Officer for WMCHealth’s Valhalla (Westchester Medical Center, Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital and Behavioral Health Center) and Poughkeepsie (MidHudson Regional Hospital) campuses, as well as HealthAlliance ...
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VALHALLA N.Y. (June 2, 2022) – Whether the tunes are rock, rap, jazz or a bedtime lullaby, music is employed as a healing therapy at Maria Fareri Children's Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth). With $2,500 in support from the Million Dollar Roundtable Foundation (MDRT), the music therapy program at Maria Fareri Children's Hospital now extends beyond the walls of the hospital with the MusiConnection Initiative, a program that connects hospitalized children to f...
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Medical Staff, Observer Process Welcome to the Bon Secours Charity Health System, Medical Staff Services Department. We sincerely hope that you have an enriching experience with us. Please make sure that all appropriate paperwork is completed as directed below. We look forward to meeting you. STEP 1: Please Review Code of Conduct Catholic and Religious Directives STEP 2: Request Form Confidentiality Agreement Health Assessment Verification of Orientation Professional Conduct Agreement Parental Consent (...
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The Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), the pre-eminent provider of integrated healthcare services in New York’s Hudson Valley region, recently appointed Susan Gerry as Senior Vice President for Strategic Alliances and Partnerships, Kelly MacMillan as Senior Vice President for Government Relations and Mecca Santana as Senior Vice President for Diversity, Inclusion and Community Engagement. All three bring extensive public policy, legislative and leadership experience to their position...
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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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On Tuesday, February 25, in exchange for a FREE short stack of buttermilk pancakes at IHOP restaurants, please consider making a donation to Maria Fareri Children's Hospital, a member of the WMCHealth Network , your local Children's Miracle Network Hospital. 100% of your donation will help save the lives of children across the Hudson Valley and Fairfield County, CT. Participating IHOPs include: Dutchess County Poughkeepsie IHOP (Route 9 near Route 113/Spackenkill Road) Fairfield County Stamford IHOP (Su...
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Medical Staff, Clinical Rotation Students Process Welcome to the Bon Secours Charity Health System, Medical Staff Services Department. We sincerely hope that you have an enriching experience with us. Please make sure that all appropriate paperwork is completed as directed below. We look forward to meeting you. *** ATTENTION CLINICAL ROTATION STUDENTS *** All Clinical Rotation students must return the required paperwork to the Medical Staff Office 4 weeks prior to their rotation. After the paperwo...
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This site has been designed specifically for you – our valued physicians and members of medical staff. This physician portal is a tool that we can use to communicate to co-workers and relay important information on a host of topics that are pertinent to the role you play within the Bon Secours Charity Health System. I encourage you to use it as we move forward in our Mission to provide quality, compassionate healthcare and to be of good help to each other and those within our communities. For furt...
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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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Suffern, NY (March 7, 2017) – Rockland and Orange County residents value the advanced care they receive at Good Samaritan Hospital. They also realize the importance of supporting the hospital through making donations and participating in fundraising events. And their efforts are paying off! As a result of contributions from patients, local residents and area businesses, the Good Samaritan Hospital Foundation has distributed $284,400 to expand and enhance its essential health programs and services. The F...
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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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Suffern, New York – Approximately 500 women came together at the annual Girls’ Night Out event in support of the Center for Breast Health at Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth). The event, held at the Hilton Pearl River, included a fashion show featuring models who are patients at the Center for Breast Health, as well as a shopping suite, dinner, raffles and more. Dr. Karen Karsif, MD, Medical Director of the Center for Breast Health, shared imp...
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Because we understand that hospital bills can be confusing, we have included the following information to help you understand the process. PLEASE CALL 844.419.2701 for Billing Questions Who Decides How You Will Be Charged? You may be surprised to learn that the answer is not Good Samaritan Hospital. In most cases, the amount you will be charged for services is determined, not by the Hospital, but by governmental regulations and contractual agreements with insurance companies. Medicare,...
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SUFFERN, N.Y. (February 1, 2020) – 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 the r...
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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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The Patient Relations Department at Bon Secours Charity Health System is here to help you navigate medical encounters and to provide an opportunity for you or your family members to report specific concerns. Our Patient Relations staff members are available to assist with patient concerns and issues. We Welcome Your Feedback-Good or Bad You or your family members have the right to tell us when your experience falls short of your expectations. We strive to ensure that each patient's rights, needs and pri...
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Suffern, N.Y. (June 23, 2016) –Mary P. Leahy, M.D., Chief Executive Officer of Bon Secours Charity Health System, which includes Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern, St. Anthony Community Hospital in Warwick and Bon Secours Community Hospital in Port Jervis, received the Spirit of Healing Award at the 37th Annual Westchester Medical Center Gala. More than 600 people were on hand for the Gala, which was held to benefit Westchester Medical Center, Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital and Behavioral Health Cent...
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Suffern, N.Y. (May 19) – More than 350 community members – health care administrators, physicians, staff, supporters and friends – attended Good Samaritan Hospital’s 31st Annual Spring Ball on May 13, to recognize honorees, raise funds for Good Samaritan and celebrate the Hospital’s first full year as a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth). The Spring Ball, held at the Rockleigh, is the Hospital’s largest annual fundraising event. Proceeds from the event will make it possi...
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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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VALHALLA, N.Y. (November 16, 2020) – Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) is once again teaming up with 100.7 WHUD for the 16 th Annual 100.7 WHUD Radiothon for the Kids (Radiothon). For the health and safety of all Radiothon participants as well as current Maria Fareri Children Hospital families and workforce members, this year’s Radiothon event will be hosted from the 100.7 WHUD studios rather than the hospital’s lobby. All donations w...
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SUFFERN, N.Y. (February 26, 2024) – Good Samaritan Hospital is proud to announce the launch of the region’s first Expert Surgical Second Opinion Center . In an effort to empower patients facing surgical decisions, WMCHealth’s Good Samaritan Hospital now offers access to board-certified specialists who provide expert second opinions on diagnoses and treatment plans. Patients will be contacted by a dedicated program coordinator who will schedule consultations within 72 hours. Considering a second opinion ...
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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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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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Suffern, N.Y. (January 14, 2019) – The Good Samaritan Hospital Foundation Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Tara Cullen and George Kreis have joined the Board for the 2019 term. The Board of Directors works with the leadership team at Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), and community leaders to build a culture of philanthropy that supports the hospital’s ongoing investments in healthcare in Rockland and Orange counties and surround...
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Suffern, N.Y. (March 26, 2019) – Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), is pleased to announce that Jeffrey Oppenheim, MD, and Joe Allen will be honored at the hospital’s 34th Annual Spring Ball. Dr. Oppenheim will receive the Sister Joseph Rita Award for Medical Excellence and Allen will be presented with the Good Samaritan Hospital Medal of Honor. The Spring Ball, hosted by the Good Samaritan Hospital Foundation, will take place on May 3 at the ...
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SUFFERN, N.Y. (August 20, 2019) – 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 today 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. From left, Michael Hoblin, Chief of Staff, Rockland County Executive Ed Day’s office; ...
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We have been informed by Bon Secours Health System, Inc. of Marriottsville, Maryland, about an issue it has experienced regarding access to vendor-stored patient information. Bon Secours Health System, Inc. is a minority corporate parent of our local Bon Secours Charity Health System. Below is a notification from Bon Secours Health System Inc. regarding the issue and Bon Secours Health System, Inc.’s response. From Bon Secours Health System, Inc. of Marriottsville, Maryland Bon Secour...
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ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY– With the opioid epidemic still running rampant in the Hudson Valley, Senator David Carlucci (D-Rockland/Westchester) and Good Samaritan Hospital announced a new initiative designed to promote a cleaner, safer method of destroying unused opioid medications. Mallinckrodt pharmaceutical will donate 7000 deactivation pouches that can be another helpful resource in the fight against opioids that will be distributed by Good Samaritan and Carlucci's office. “Everyone fro...
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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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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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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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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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Westchester Medical Center Health Network’s Master Chefs of the Hudson Valley: Corks & Forks dinner showcased the talents of seven master chefs from across the Hudson Valley for a good cause: supporting WMCHealth‘s10 hospitals in the Hudson Valley. Held at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park on September 30, the evening featured a six-course culinary feast prepared by some of the region’s top chefs. Organized by Chef Peter X. Kelly, Xaviars Restaurant Group, courses were prepared by Peter ...
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Suffern, N.Y. (May 28, 2019) – Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), recently held its 34th annual Spring Ball. Healthcare providers, community leaders and friends of Good Samaritan Hospital were among the 350 guests who attended the event at Edgewood Country Club in River Vale, New Jersey. The gala raised $220,000 in support of Good Samaritan Hospital’s investments in state-of-the-art facilities, leading-edge technologies and innovative services...
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VALHALLA, N.Y. (January 12, 2022) – With confirmed cases of COVID-19 infection rising across the country, the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) is alerting community members to a comprehensive COVID-19 Recovery Program offered by our Good Samaritan Hospital, Bon Secours Community Hospital and St. Anthony Community Hospital. The COVID-19 Recovery Program at these three hospitals provides care to individuals at any phase of COVID-19 infection, from testing and diagnosis to treatment fo...
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The Medical Staff Library (also known as the Caroline D. Schwartz Medical Library) is a reference and research library funded by the medical staff and hospital administration. Its primary purpose is to provide information and referral services appropriate to the professional, technical, educational, administrative and research needs of the entire medical and hospital staff. It does this through a variety of services: data base searching for research requests, document retrieval (from books and journals)...
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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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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. (July 24, 2018) – Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) is embarking on a $9 million comprehensive upgrade to the facilities that house two of its leading programs. The hospital held a ceremony today heralding the beginning of construction on these new spaces, which will bring a new level of patient experience to the region and foster a specialized, patient-first approach to bariatric and orthopedic care. Michael D. Israel, President...
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SUFFERN, N.Y. (August 16, 2018) – Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), joined a growing number of businesses in Rockland County to become a Breastfeeding Friendly Worksite as designated by the Rockland County Department of Health's Breastfeeding Promotion and Support Program. To be designated a Breastfeeding Friendly Worksite, Good Samaritan Hospital was required to create a written breastfeeding friendly policy, offer a private space other than...
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SUFFERN, N.Y. (October 23, 2019) – 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 patien...
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SUFFERN, N.Y. (August 25, 2022) – Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), announced today that an expanded radiology department with advanced imaging technology is now open and serving patients at the hospital. WMCHealth and Good Samaritan Hospital leadership and workforce members are joined by elected officials to cut the ribbon for the new Radiology Department. A new, low dose computed tomography (CT) scanner and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) ...
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Suffern, N.Y. (July 8, 2019) – 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 exp...
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SUFFERN, N.Y. (November 19, 2019) – 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 gast...
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SUFFERN, N.Y. (November 16, 2020) – Aortic stenosis , which narrows the heart’s valve opening and obstructs blood flow to the rest of the body, can lead to debilitating symptoms such as difficulty breathing, fatigue, chest pain as well as a shortened lifespan. For patients who suffer from this condition, an alternative to open-heart surgery is now available. TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement) is being offered at Good Samaritan Hospital , a member of the Westchester Medical Center...
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WAPPINGERS FALLS, N.Y. (March 16, 2021) – Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) and the Hudson Valley Renegades, the High-A affiliate of the New York Yankees, announced today a major partnership making WMCHealth the inaugural Official Hospital Partner of the Renegades. “Our organizations are cornerstone brands of the Hudson Valley and touchstones for life events for residents of the communities we serve,” said Michael Israel, President and CEO, Westchester Medical Center Health Network. ...
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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. (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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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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Ambulatory surgery is a safe and convenient alternative to conventional hospitalization when an overnight stay is not required. These instructions are specifically for patients scheduled for ambulatory surgery. Preparing At Home For Your Surgery Your surgeon will order pre-operative testing, which is usually scheduled within seven days of your surgery. On the day of your testing, you should register at the first floor Admitting Office, where you will be asked to complete personal and insurance informati...
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Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) is transforming healthcare in the Hudson Valley by creating a culture that puts people first – both the people we care for as well as one another. Through mutual respect, kindness and empathy we build trust and promote well-being to every person, every time, always. We call this the WMCHealth Culture of Care and you’ll experience it in every moment from every member of our team because you matter. Read stories about patients who have experienced the ...
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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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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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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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Frequently Asked Questions: If you are looking for a copy of a birth certificate for someone born at Good Samaritan Hospital, you must contact: Village of Suffern, Birth Registrar 61 Washington Avenue Suffern, NY 10901 845-357-2600 Prior to contacting via mail, please visit The Village of Suffern website at http://suffernvillage.com/index.php?app=forms.php for information on what is required prior to recieving a birth certificate copy. (Scroll down to Birth Certificate section) Y...
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our response time E-mail messages are received and read by Bon Secours Charity Health System between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Most messages are replied to the same day; however, some inquiries may take several days to receive a response. medical advice We do not offer medical advice via e-mail. Concerns pertaining to medical diagnoses and treatments should be discussed with your physician. If you do not have a physician, please visit our physician locator, or call: Go...
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Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), home to cancer institutes and cancer support resources in locations across the Hudson Valley, will host events and activities during Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October to raise awareness about breast cancer and the importance of early detection and treatment. Each year, more than 250,000 new cases of breast cancer are diagnosed in the United States, according to the American Cancer Society. The public is invited to join the WMCHealth Cancer Ins...
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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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