White Plains Hospital

The White Plains Youth Bureau Summer Leadership Medical Pathways Program, which offers local 9th and 10th grade students the opportunity to learn about careers in medicine, is back for Summer 2024! Earlier this week, the students saw firsthand what it takes to work on a Cardiac Surgery team. Thank you to Satecha DeFreitas, lead Physician Assistant, Stanlin Alexander, Chief Cardiac Perfusionist, Dr. William Jakobleff, Cardiothoracic Surgeon, and their teams, who provided unforgettable simulations by exposing the students to our Heart-Lung Bypass machine, which temporarily takes over the function of the heart and lungs during surgery!

Outdoor summer play has many benefits for children's health, but injuries can happen. Dr. Debra Etelson, Pediatrician at White Plains Physician Associates in Somers, shares her expertise on keeping kids safe during the summer months and when to seek emergency care: https://lnkd.in/eM88d3HJ

This week's #NurseDayThursday, Olivia Medico, RN, is a Westchester native and a nurse in White Plains Hospital’s Emergency Department! While Olivia dreamed of being a pharmacist at a young age, she later realized that she wanted a career that would allow her to build lasting connections with her patients. Olivia joined White Plains Hospital in 2016 as a Nurse Apprentice, which led to becoming a Nurse Tech in the ED in 2018, and an ED nurse after she received her BSN from Fairfield University. “I’m so grateful to have started my career here,” she shares. “I’ve looked up to so many of my peers for a very long time.” Olivia serves as a chair of the Emergency Department council and as a preceptor, helping to educate new nurses. “We’re a family, we’re always looking out for each other,” she explains. Her positive impact on her patients, colleagues and the Hospital at large were recognized when she was selected to receive the prestigious Bendheim Emergency Department Nurse of the Year Award during National Nurses Week in May. Thank you, Olivia, for all that you do for your patients and our Hospital – we are lucky to have you!

Today, we celebrate, #NationalInternDay! White Plains Hospital's Healthcare Administrative Summer Internship is a 10-week program designed for students enrolled in higher education and interested in pursuing a career in healthcare. The program includes professional development, group sessions, and a chance to work in various departments within the hospital. Thank you to all of our interns for being a part of our team! #WPHProud

Congratulations to White Plains Hospital Physician Associates of Somers – the newest Exceptional Award winners! This award recognizes the team's dedication to delivering a second-to-none patient experience. Thank you to the WPHPA of Somers team for being exceptional, every day! #WPHProud

We've reached yet ANOTHER cardiac milestone here at White Plains Hospital! Dr. Judah Rauch, Director of the Cardiac Catheterization Lab, and his team performed the first procedure in Westchester and the Hudson Valley using the AGENT™ Drug-Coated Balloon to treat a patient with coronary artery disease who was experiencing in-stent restenosis (ISR). This minimally invasive procedure helps to prevent previously stented arteries from re-narrowing and addresses a critical unmet need for patients with coronary artery disease as an alternative treatment option in the U.S. #WPHProud

It’s #WorldBrainDay, an opportunity to raise awareness of neurological disorders and promote brain health worldwide. White Plains Hospital is proud to offer comprehensive, cutting-edge care for a variety of neurological conditions. To learn more about our Neurosciences program, visit https://lnkd.in/eB26qvVB

We are honored to officially announce Dawn French from White Plains Hospital as our 2024-2026 Westchester/Fairfield Board Chair. A long time volunteer for the American Heart Association, Dawn has served in several leadership capacities including Chair of our Go Red for Women Campaign in 2022. Her passion for women's heart health and overall commitment to our Westchester community are sure to elevate our work in the coming years. She will serve alongside Board President Dr. Pat Thomas. Thank you to immediate past-Chair, Gary Sastow, for positioning our Board and local work in such a fantastic place for Dawn to take the lead! Thank you, Dawn.

With summer in full swing, water safety is paramount – especially for young children. According to Safe Kids Worldwide, drowning is the leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 4, and can happen even in the bathtub or a kiddie pool. Keep these safety tips in mind, and read more tips for parents in the summer issue of Health Matters Magazine: https://lnkd.in/eBUqitGu

Summertime means many families are on the go, and it can be tempting to grab unhealthy foods for convenience. Elizabeth DeRobertis, MS, RD, CDN, CDE Registered Dietitian & Certified Diabetes Educator, Scarsdale Medical Group, and Kimberly Greenburg, MS, Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist, and Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist, WPHPA, share how parents can help kids snack smart all season long.