Every month, employees at Jamaica Hospital who go above and beyond to help coworkers, patients and visitors are nominated for the G.E.M award. G.E.M stands for Going the Extra Mile and recipients are recognized for simple acts of courtesy, team spirit, kindness and professionalism. This month’s G.E.M recipients are:
Adrian St. Hillaire, Volunteer – Volunteer Department
Michael Rios, File Clerk – Medical Records
Jamaica Hospital Hospice Renovation Fundraising Bake Sale
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center has announced plans to completely renovate and expand its hospice care unit.
The hospital has provided inpatient hospice care services since 2010 and in that time has provided compassionate, comfort care to countless patients facing end of life. “As a community-based hospital we have made a commitment to provide the highest quality hospice care services to all those who need it,” stated Jamaica Hospital President and CEO; Bruce J. Flanz.
The organization’s commitment to the community was the inspiration to conceptualize what will be the newly developed Ferrara Family Center for Hospice Care. The unit’s redesign will provide patients and loved ones with a home-like environment that promotes privacy and serenity. The new unit will offer many upgrades and amenities including family meeting rooms as well as a relaxing lounge that offers families a space to gather, decompress or reflect.
“Every detail from the lighting to the tranquil artwork will be carefully considered to offer our patients and families a sense of peace” said Chairman of Family Medicine and Palliative Care, Dr. Alan Roth. He continued, “As hospice professionals, we understand how important a comfortable environment is during what can be a difficult time.”
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To achieve the goal of completing the new Ferrara Family Center for Hospice Care, Jamaica Hospital has embarked on a $1,000,000 capital fundraising campaign. Numerous supporters of the hospital have already made generous contributions through naming opportunities and by purchasing memorial plaques.
Last week, the hospital hosted a bake sale to raise funds as well as awareness for the hospice renovation. The event was highly supported and a great success. Many employees and visitors were in attendance to buy the baked treats and show their support.
The plans for renovating the hospice unit at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center have been enthusiastically received. Hospital leadership, staff and supporters are excited about the future of The Ferrara Family Center for Hospice Care, which is set to begin construction this fall.
Every month, employees at Jamaica Hospital who go above and beyond to help coworkers, patients and visitors are nominated for the G.E.M award. G.E.M stands for Going the Extra Mile and recipients are recognized for simple acts of courtesy, team spirit, kindness and professionalism. This month’s G.E.M recipients are:
*Joel Cupid- Guard, Security
*Joe Green- Administrative Assistant,Nursing Home and
Rehabilitation
*Abel Rosario- Maintenance Worker, Engineering
*Oscar Bermudez- EMT, Pre-Hospital
*William Miller- EMT NYFD
*Francis Block- Guard, Security
We congratulate the honorees on a job well done and thank you for your dedication.
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ccording to the most recent data from the American Diabetes Association, nearly 30 million Americans are living with diabetes, many of whom are undiagnosed.
Diabetes is a serious condition that if not managed properly can lead to a variety of health problems and it is the seventh-leading cause of death in the United States.
For many diabetics, living with the disease means juggling medical appointments with various specialists to help them manage their condition. To help those living with diabetes in our community properly maintain their health, Jamaica Hospital has coordinated many services under one roof. The hospital’s MediSys Family Care Center in St Albans recently added ophthalmology, podiatry, and nutritional counseling to its list of services and a schedule was created so that each service would be available on the same day, allowing patients to easily go from one appointment to the next without leaving the building.
“We are happy to provide all of these services to our diabetic patients under one roof, especially on the same day” stated Dr. Nicholas Pantaleo Medical Director of the site. “By creating this comprehensive range of services, we are helping those living with diabetes better maintain their health. Our goal is to improve the health of our community and we hope that this coordination of services helps us achieve that goal.”
For more information about the full range of diabetes services at Jamaica Hospital’s MediSys St Albans Family Care Center, including hours of operation, please call 718-206-9888.
Prevention Partners has awarded Jamaica and Flushing Hospital Medical Center with the top award for reaching the highest standards in tobacco cessation systems for inpatients and outpatients.
Both hospitals achieved this award by earning all A-grades in the Patient Quit-Tobacco System assessment, a Prevention Partners initiative addressing tobacco use for patients.
Jamaica and Flushing hospital were recognized for their commitment to patient health and initiating comprehensive systems for identifying tobacco-using patients and linking them with smoking cessation resources. Additionally, the hospitals earned the Gold Star Recognition from the New York City Department of Health’s- NYC Tobacco-Free Hospitals Campaign for their excellence in developing inpatient and outpatient tobacco cessation systems.
Both hospitals have partnered with the American Lung Association to offer Freedom from Smoking, a comprehensive and successful group-based smoking cessation program. The program provides a series of sessions facilitated by trained professionals in a small-group setting. Participants can learn how to overcome tobacco addiction and enjoy the benefits of better health in a fun and interactive environment.
“Jamaica and Flushing Hospital set a high bar in their commitment to providing comprehensive patient care,” says Meg Molloy, President and CEO of Prevention Partners. “I applaud this great effort and the commitment of the hospitals’ leadership to ensure the highest standards in patient health.”
For more information or to register for the Freedom from Smoking Program at Jamaica or Flushing Hospital, please call 718-206-8494.
Every month, employees at Jamaica Hospital who go above and beyond to help coworkers, patients and visitors are nominated for the G.E.M award. G.E.M stands for Going the Extra Mile and recipients are recognized for simple acts of courtesy, team spirit, kindness and professionalism. This month’s G.E.M recipients are:
*Frank Filloramo – Paramedic – Pre-Hospital Care
*Florence Johnson, RN – Radiology
*Jonathan Sanchez,ASL – Language Assistance Program
CONGRATULATIONS and keep up the good work!
June is a time to celebrate graduates, and Jamaica Hospital’s Department of Medicine has great reason to do so as their graduating class of Internal Medicine Residents has one of the highest pass rates in the tristate region and is among the highest in the entire country.
Based on a three-year rolling average (2013-2015), the medical residents at Jamaica Hospital have an average pass rate of 99%, well above the national average of 87%. In addition, of the top 20 internal medicine residency programs in the country, only three can boast more graduates than the 74 who have completed the Internal Medicine Residency Program at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center over the past three years.
Dr. Thomas Santucci, Chairman of the Department of Medicine points to multiple factors that have contributed to the success of the program. “First, we place an emphasis on teaching from experience. Therefore, we implement monthly case-based exams, bedside teaching and daily interactive conferences. These interactive conferences include actual case presentations that give the residents the opportunity to ask questions and learn.” Another reason for the program’s success is the department’s very selective recruitment process where they look for specific criteria before selecting prospective residents. Lastly, much of the credit goes to the fact that Jamaica Hospital Medical Center employs a full-time teaching staff of over forty attending physicians who are dedicated to educating our residents.
Dr. Richard Pinsker, Program Director, understands the importance of the residency program for Jamaica Hospital. “The quality of the education we provide our residents has a direct correlation to the level of care provided to our patients. We are providing our residents with the necessary tools to offer high-quality care, which will result in better outcomes and a healthier community.”
Many residents who have been graduated from the Internal Medicine Residency Program at Jamaica Hospital have gone on to receive additional training or hold high positions in many prestigious institutions across the country, including Sloan Kettering, the Mayo Clinic, and the Cleveland Clinic, but according to Howard Rosen, Administrator for the Department of Medicine, “We are most proud of those graduates who continue to work at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center and are now participating in the education of the next generation of doctors.”
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center encourages and supports a mother’s decision to breastfeed. The hospital’s most recent show of support was demonstrated at the opening ceremony of the new Mother’s Nursing Room on June first.
The two-station room is located on the ground floor of the main hospital and allows women more privacy to feed their babies in a clean and spacious environment. It is the Medical Center’s policy that any employee or member of the community who needs to express breast milk or breastfeed their infant will have access to this room. The room is accessible 24 hours a day. For entry, visit the admitting desk to get a key.
“The opening of the Mother’s Nursing Room at Jamaica Hospital is a smaller part of a larger public health initiative to feed infants by breastfeeding” says Marge Lilienthal, Nursing Director.
A further example of JHMC’s support of nursing mothers who return to work is the human resources policy which mandates extended breaks for breastfeeding mothers. In accordance with New York State Law, the Medical Center will increase the allotted break period by an additional five minutes for employees who need to express breast milk.
To get more information on the benefits of breastfeeding and how to breastfeed your newborn, a Lactation Consultant is available five days a week. Please call, 718-206-8645.
Last month, Jamaic
a Hospital Medical Center’s Trauma Division collaborated with the NYPD 113th Precinct and other community organizations for Prom Impact 2016. The purpose of the event was to give back to high school seniors who otherwise were unable to afford prom attire.Jamaica Hospital’s employees donated over 100 gorgeous prom dresses and additional prom wear.
Many teenagers and their parents lined up at the Edward Byrne Athletic League in Queens, NY to get their pick of gowns, suits, shoes and accessories.
Although the teens received their attire free of charge, there was a catch, each had to meet with Sheila Antwi; Jamaica Hospital’s Trauma Injury Prevention Coordinator, to receive education on prom safety and distracted driving. Each teen also signed a pledge to their parents that they will not be a distracted driver, consume alcohol or use drugs.
Thanks to the combined efforts of all who donated or participated, these young adults in our community will be fashionable on their prom night and equipped with tips for staying safe.
On May 16th , the MediSys Health Network celebrated the 18th anniversary of its annual Golf Classic fundraiser. Many look forward to the golf, tennis and wellness outing, which is a designated day of fun and relaxation- all for a good cause. An impressive number of supporters which included 135 golfers blanketed the grounds of the Old Westbury Country Club.
Although the weather was a bit on the chillier side in the morning, it did not stop the excitement that radiated from our staff and guests. Eager participants arrived equipped for the activity they chose. Our yogis had their mats, tennis players had racquets in tow and the golfers had their clubs. Everyone proceeded to an all-star continental breakfast which fueled them for the day ahead.
After several hours of play, rest and relaxation, the event shifted to a more formal note. Guests retreated to the cocktail and dinner reception in the banquet room. They were served from elegant food stations filled with delicious dishes. MediSys Health Network President and CEO Mr. Bruce J. Flanz took a moment to extend a warm welcome to everyone and introduce the event’s honorary chairman; Dr. Cono Grasso, Chairman of the Department of Ophthalmology at Jamaica Hospital.
The highly anticipated raffle drawing began soon after. Many entered and kept their fingers tightly crossed for coveted prizes that included: Paul Simon and Billy Joel concert tickets, a $1000 shopping spree at Simon Malls, Apple electronics, zip line and go cart excursions as well as MLB (Major League Baseball) game tickets.
Overall the event was a great success. Proceeds will benefit several programs and initiatives at Flushing and Jamaica Hospital Medical Center. We thank all staff who volunteered and all friends of MediSys Health Network who supported our fundraiser. We hope to see you again next year.