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We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Guyana Digital Training Institute, a groundbreaking initiative between Mount Sinai Health System and the Ministry of Health of Guyana. Supported by a $5.2 million award to Mount Sinai from the Greater Guyana Initiative, this Institute will provide tuition-free training to build a workforce for digital health efforts, including the national electronic health records (EHR) system. The Institute will play a key role in advancing digital health initiatives to improve patient care and health care efficiency across the country. Guyana’s Minister of Health, Frank Anthony, MD, MPH, recently announced the launch, with Rachel Vreeman, MD, MS, Director of the Arnhold Institute for Global Health and Chair of Global Health, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. We’re proud to be part of this major milestone for Guyana’s health system!

Certified nurses are essential in delivering the highest standards of care to our patients and their loved ones. Today, we proudly celebrate and honor our incredible nurses—and nurses around the world—who have demonstrated their expertise and dedication by earning certification in their specialties.   Swipe through to meet some of our exceptional nurses who have achieved specialty certification and continue to make a lasting impact every day!   #CertifiedNursesDay #NurseExcellence #MountSinaiNurses

Doctors change lives every day with their dedication, compassion, and expertise. As #NationalDoctorsDay approaches, let’s show our gratitude! Share your story of exceptional care and let our Mount Sinai physicians know how they’ve made a difference in your life. Submit your note of appreciation: https://lnkd.in/gwyevNfs #WeFindAWay #DoctorsDay

In 2019, Viviana Figuero’s life took an unexpected turn when she was diagnosed with Stage 2 breast cancer at just 41 years old. A dedicated runner and marathoner, she suddenly found herself in a different kind of race—one against cancer. Under the expert care of Dr. David Anderson and the team at Mount Sinai’s Dubin Breast Center, she faced chemotherapy, surgery, and radiation with unwavering resilience. For Viviana, running had always been a source of strength, and throughout her treatment, she held onto the hope that she would one day return to the sport she loved. Four years later, she has not only returned—she is thriving. Viviana ran the New York City Half Marathon, marking her third marathon post-treatment. Every step she takes is a testament to perseverance, hope, and the power of expert care. Beyond her personal journey, Viviana is passionate about spreading awareness of the importance of early detection. “I wanted to tell my story so the next person diagnosed won’t feel like cancer is a death sentence,” she says. “That’s what I felt when they dropped the C word into my world. But I was lucky enough to land in the right place, in the right hands, and I am 100% cancer-free now for four years.” Featured on News 12 with Dr. Elisa Port, she encourages others to take charge of their health and get regular screenings, knowing firsthand how early detection can save lives. As she crosses the finish line this weekend, Viviana runs not just for herself, but for every person facing a cancer diagnosis—proving that nothing, not even cancer, can stop her stride. #BreastCancer #NYCHalf #WeFindAWay

We are proud to share that 7 East ICU at Mount Sinai Morningside has earned the prestigious Silver-level Beacon Award for Excellence from the AACN (American Association of Critical-Care Nurses). This honor recognizes their unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional patient care while fostering a healthy and supportive work environment. The Beacon Award for Excellence is a distinguished milestone, celebrating units that elevate patient outcomes and exemplify AACN’s six Healthy Work Environment Standards. Congratulations to the incredible team at 7 East ICU for this well-deserved recognition! #MountSinaiNursing #WeFindAWay #CreatingExcellenceTogether

The Department of Rehabilitation and Human Performance at Mount Sinai and Spinal Cord Injury Program partnered with Runway of Dreams to host an inspiring adaptive fashion show! Our incredible patients took the spotlight as models, proudly showcasing adaptive apparel. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and to the dedicated teams who made this unforgettable event possible! Pictures: Pics by Jiho

Please join us in warmly welcoming Dianne Aroh, FACHE, as our new Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer for The Mount Sinai Hospital and Mount Sinai Queens. Ms. Aroh brings more than two decades of award-winning leadership experience in health care, with a proven track record of driving clinical excellence, operational performance, and innovative care models. Her commitment to clinical excellence, her passion for patient-centered care, and her innovative, collaborative leadership style make her an outstanding addition to our executive team.   We look forward to the positive impact Ms. Aroh will bring to our nursing practice and the broader health care community.   #MountSinaiNursing #WeFindAWay

When diagnosed with #COVID19 in March 2020, Pastor Benjamin Thomas spent over 100 days at The Mount Sinai Hospital – 54 days on a ventilator and six weeks in a coma. Dr. Robin Varghese, Director of Cardiovascular Critical Care for the Mount Sinai Health System, had been instrumental in saving his life. Finally on July 2, 2020, Pastor Thomas was able to go home and later return to his church in Queens where has been a pastor for 30 years. COVID-19 took an incredible toll on his lungs – and years later doctors told him he needed a lung transplant due to the severity of his lung injury known as “COVID fibrosis,” which is severe scarring of the lungs. It’s a pattern doctors have seen across the country 5 years post-pandemic. In 2023, Pastor Thomas received a single-lung transplant after waiting 7 months, performed by Dr. Scott Scheinin, Director for Lung Failure and Transplantation for the Mount Sinai Health System. His recovery has been lengthy and challenging, but he no longer needs oxygen, and is now able to walk and drive. Last year, Pastor Thomas was able to watch his daughter graduate from college which was an emotional experience for him to attend. He also has the stamina to stand up in front of his congregation and lead services again. He is beyond grateful for his life-saving care.

The Corinne Goldsmith Dickinson Center for Multiple Sclerosis at Mount Sinai held its 23rd Annual MS Center celebrating the achievements and impact of the Center on the lives of those with affected by multiple sclerosis. The Center transforms the lives of those affected by multiple sclerosis through comprehensive and innovative patient care, groundbreaking research, and renowned education and training. Thank you to all the families and friends who joined us for the unforgettable evening of inspiration, purpose, and impact. #WeFindAWay

Scott Hanson, 68, a retired FDNY marine division pilot and 9/11 first responder, was skiing alone on January 1 in Killington, Vermont. But after returning home, he felt unusually winded—a feeling he brushed off as being out of practice. A week later, Scott woke up dizzy with severe chest pain. Sensing something was wrong, he called his daughter, Heather McNally, and together they dialed 911. Hanson was rushed to Mount Sinai South Nassau, where EKG tests revealed a massive heart attack–the right sided artery of his heart was completely blocked. The damage was so severe that it tore an 8cm by 5cm hole in his heart, causing blood to flow in the wrong direction. For the Hanson family, the diagnosis was especially tough, as Scott’s wife of 35 years, Noreen, had passed away from cardiac arrest in 2019. At MSSN, a balloon pump was placed in Scott’s heart, and he was rushed to The Mount Sinai Hospital for advanced care. There, Dr. Anelechi Anyanwu replaced the balloon pump with an Impella device—a more powerful pump to improve blood flow and reduce further damage. After two weeks in the ICU, Scott underwent an 8-hour surgery led by Drs. Robin Varghese and David Adams on January 21 to repair the hole in his heart. His recovery was slow but steady, and he gradually regained his strength, working his way up to 1,000 steps a day. By February 4, he was able to return home. Today, Scott is on the road to recovery. His journey is a powerful reminder: Don’t ignore the signs. Even if you feel fine, unseen heart issues can have life-threatening consequences. Our experts urge everyone to prioritize heart health—stay on top of doctor visits and listen to your body. Read more: https://mshs.co/4idA2oD #HeartHealth #PatientStory