Westchester Medical Center Health Network

For most kids, birthdays mean balloons, cake and a bouncy house. For Camryn, celebrating her birthday meant something even bigger, a stem cell transplant to cure her Sickle Cell Disease. At Maria Fareri Children's Hospital, we bring together advanced technology, innovative techniques and a dedicated team of pediatric specialists to deliver life-changing care for children and families facing complex diagnoses like Camryn's. Thanks to that care, Camryn is celebrating this birthday. And the next. And the next. Read her full story: https://lnkd.in/ejm2sGdQ #WMCHealth #Pediatrics #SickleCellDisease

Finally, a season your lungs will love. As temperatures cool, ozone levels drop, and pollen counts fall well below what we see in spring and summer. For people managing asthma or allergies, fall is often the easiest season of the year to breathe in. It's also peak foliage season across the Hudson Valley, which makes this the perfect stretch to spend more time outdoors. A hike, a walk, or simply sitting outside a little longer can be part of a healthy routine this time of year. As always, if you have questions about what's safe for your specific respiratory health, our team is here to help you breathe, and live, a little easier. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e_2NpMHE #WMCHealth #RespiratoryHealth #FallWellness

As the days get shorter, it's a great time to build small habits that support your mood through the season. A few things can make a real difference. Swipe through for simple ways to support your mood this winter. 🍂 Read on: https://lnkd.in/ewTAwmVb

We’re proud to share that WMCHealth has been recognized by City & State New York in its 2026 Hall of Fame: 20 Years of Impact in New York as a nonprofit honoree in the Healthcare category. The Hall of Fame recognizes organizations and leaders whose achievements have helped shape New York over the past two decades. This recognition reflects the dedication of our healthcare professionals and the work happening across WMCHealth to deliver advanced care, strengthen access to healthcare and serve communities throughout the Hudson Valley. We’re honored to be recognized among organizations making a lasting impact across New York and proud of our teams who make that impact possible every day. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eAjf8vph #WMCHealth #HudsonValley #Healthcare #City&State

Cancer screening continues to evolve, creating new opportunities to detect disease earlier, improve outcomes and strengthen care coordination across specialties. On November 4, WMCHealth and New York Medical College will bring together leading experts for Multidisciplinary Cancer Screening: Evidence, Workflows, and Emerging Updates, a continuing medical education conference focused on the latest advances in screening for lung, breast, colorectal and prostate cancer. The program will explore current evidence, practical workflows and emerging developments that can help healthcare teams identify cancer sooner and connect patients to timely care. Designed for physicians, advanced practice providers and healthcare leaders across primary care, oncology, radiology, pulmonology, gastroenterology and surgery, the symposium offers an opportunity to learn from multidisciplinary experts and collaborate with colleagues committed to improving cancer outcomes. Continuing Medical Education and Nursing CE credit will be offered. 📅 November 4, 2026 📍 Crowne Plaza, Suffern, New York Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/47LbYpw Contact Nilza LouisJean at nilza.louisjean@wmchealth.org with any questions. #CancerCare #Oncology #CancerScreening #MedicalEducation #CME #HealthcareLeadership #EarlyDetection #NewYorkMedicalCollege #WMCHealth

A milestone worth celebrating. The Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD) Program at Westchester Medical Center recently welcomed its 100th unique clinic patient, marking an important step forward in expanding specialized heart care for adults living with congenital heart conditions. This achievement reflects the dedication of a multidisciplinary team committed to building the comprehensive ACHD program our patients and communities deserve. As the program continues to grow, efforts are underway to pursue recognition and accreditation through the Adult Congenital Heart Association, helping ensure the highest standards of care for this unique clinic patient population. Thank you to the physicians, nurses, advanced practice providers, administrators and leaders whose collaboration made this milestone possible. Here's to many more patients served and lives impacted. #HeartCare #CongenitalHeartDisease #ACHD #PatientCare #HealthcareLeadership #WMCHealth

Strengthening access to lifesaving care in the Catskills Margaretville Hospital marked an important milestone with the ribbon cutting of its new helipad, an investment that strengthens emergency care and access for the rural communities we serve. In a region where distance, terrain and weather can make timely access to specialized care challenging, the helipad provides an important connection to higher levels of care across the WMCHealth Network. The project reflects the strength of a connected health system: providing exceptional care close to home while ensuring patients can reach advanced, specialized services when needed. We are grateful to the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation for its generous grant, as well as the O’Connor Foundation, Margaretville Health Foundation and its benefactors, The Margaretville Hospital Auxiliary, Congressman Rep. Josh Riley our local and state partners, first responders, community members and the Margaretville Hospital team for helping bring this resource to the community. Read our press release: https://lnkd.in/eirwTfqa #RuralHealth #EmergencyCare #ConnectedCare #MargaretvilleHospital #WMCHealth

Strengthening access to lifesaving care in the Catskills Margaretville Hospital marked an important milestone with the ribbon cutting of its new helipad, an investment that strengthens emergency care and access for the rural communities we serve. In a region where distance, terrain and weather can make timely access to specialized care challenging, the helipad provides an important connection to higher levels of care across the WMCHealth Network. The project reflects the strength of a connected health system: providing exceptional care close to home while ensuring patients can reach advanced, specialized services when needed. We are grateful to the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation for its generous grant, as well as the O’Connor Foundation, Margaretville Health Foundation and its benefactors, The Margaretville Hospital Auxiliary, our local and state partners, first responders, community members and the Margaretville Hospital team for helping bring this resource to the community. #RuralHealth #EmergencyCare #ConnectedCare #MargaretvilleHospital #WMCHealth

Once it gets dark by five and the sidewalks turn to ice, staying active becomes harder to prioritize. Rather than relying on willpower alone, Dr. Nicholas Belasco recommends changing what "active" looks like for the season. Wear layers instead of one heavy coat, watch the temperature and wind chill before heading out, and bring your workout indoors with bodyweight exercises like squats and lunges. A reliable reason to move, whether it's a dog or a standing commitment, tends to work better than motivation alone. #WMCHealth #WinterWellness #StayActive

Meet the honorees of this year’s Wines of the World, benefitting Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital! Join us on Thursday, October 22, at Brae Burn Country Club for a special evening celebrating those who are making a difference while raising vital funds to support pediatric care in our community. This year, we celebrate the following exceptional individuals helping advance care at Maria Fareri Children's Hospital: Physician Exemplar: Dylan Stewart, MD, Section Chief of Pediatric Surgery at WMCHealth Care Champion: Nicole M. Lucas, MSN, RN, NE-BC, Vice President of Patient Care Services at WMCHealth Community Champions: Rebecca and Brendan Conley Visit wmchealth.org/wow to learn more and purchase tickets and sponsorships. #WinesOfTheWorld #MariaFareriChildrensHospital #WMCHealth