Richmond University Medical Center

Earlier today, Paramedic Angela Ciocia and Emergency Medical Technicians Michael Fiore and Victoria Morano spoke to the medical technology students at Tottenville High School. They discussed life on an ambulance responding to emergencies, the training involved to become an EMT or paramedic, and shared some real-life experiences with over 30 students enrolled in the program. The students are all considering careers in healthcare. RUMC has a long standing partnership with Tottenville’s med tech program.

Congratulations to Trientina Campbell, our Director of Environmental Health & Safety/Emergency Preparedness on being the recipient of the Community Response Award from NonProfit Staten Island. Tina is being recognized for her role in the creation and leadership of the Staten Island Community Organizations Active in Disaster (SI COAD). The Staten Island Community Organizations Active in Disaster - SI COAD is dedicated to strengthening the capacity of Staten Island organizations to effectively prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters, emergencies, and community crises. Since its inception in 2012 following Hurricane Sandy, the SI COAD has become a vital space for collaboration and learning, bringing together diverse cross-sector stakeholders to address the unique needs of Staten Island. The SI COAD operates under the umbrella of Nonprofit Staten Island, which represents over 150 nonprofit organizations on Staten Island, providing resources, support, and advocacy for the borough’s nonprofit community. Tina will receive her award at the 12th annual NonProfit Staten Island Non Profit Conference, sponsored by Richmond University Medical Center, on October 30.

Earlier today, our VP for Public Relations and Marketing Alex Lutz joined the spooky cast of “FrankenSTEM” at the St. George Theatre. The performance is part of the 2024-2025 Arts-In-Education series, sponsored by Richmond University Medical Center. The performances in the series include shows that are fun and entertaining for students and connect to school-based curriculum to make learning exciting and engaging. Over 1,000 students from several different schools across Staten Island and Brooklyn attended the performance.

On October 18, Richmond University Medical Center and 1199SEIU celebrated Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a fundraiser and award ceremony. Sean White was presented with a Special Appreciation Award for his exceptional contributions to 1199SIEU’s Breast Cancer Awareness campaign. His charity event at Against DA Grain Barber Shop on October 21 raised over $3,000 for RUMC’s Oncology Department. His donation and the funds raised during the October 18 event at RUMC will directly support breast cancer awareness and research. The event included raffles, food and a jazz band in the main lobby.

Please join us on Sunday, October 27 for a great cause and to support the important services provided at our Breast and Imaging Center.

Richmond University Medical Center is a proud sponsor of the American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk. The walk this year will be held on Sunday, October 27 along Father Capodanno Boulevard in Midland Beach, starting at 8 AM. On Oct. 11, our Vice President for Public Relations and Marketing, Alex Lutz, presented a sponsorship check to Antonio Coppola, Development Manager, Northeast Region, American Cancer Society. To register for the walk: https://bit.ly/3C0mbla

Richmond University Medical Center is proud to be the lead sponsor for Nonprofit Staten Island's 12th Annual Non Profit Conference on Oct. 30 at the Hilton Garden Inn (1100 South Avenue, SI NY 10314). Workshops, panels, vendor tables, key note speakers and great networking opportunities showcase the only conference on Staten Island focused on the nonprofit section. Click through the photos to see the workshops and events. To purchase tickets: https://bit.ly/3Ufg7LZ

NEW: RUMC Vital Signs Episode: More than 2 million people are affected by aphasia, a condition that affects an individual’s speech, writing and understanding of written and verbal language, yet does not affect their intellect. Kristine Delgado, Administrative Director of Rehabilitation, discusses our first of its kind support group on Staten Island intended to help people affected by aphasia. Also, Tatianna Arguello, Executive Director of NonProfit Staten Island shares information about the organization’s upcoming annual nonprofit conference, sponsored by Richmond University Medical Center. https://lnkd.in/g_MwtGdq

Join our RUMC team on Oct. 27 and help us Make Strides Against Breast Cancer. Walk with our doctors, nurses, staff and entire RUMC Family. Registration info is below.

Earlier today, the Chief of our Cardiovascular Department, Francesco Rotatori, MD, spoke to the medical technology students at Tottenville High School. Dr. Rotatori discussed angioplasty procedures with over 40 students enrolled in the program. The students are all considering careers in the healthcare. RUMC has a long standing partnership with Tottenville’s med tech program.