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Huntington Hospital. Photo courtesy Northwell Health
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The facilities are among the top 5% of hospitals nationwide for preventing harm in patients

Northwell Health hospitals have been recognized once again by Healthgrades as 2025 Patient Safety Excellence Awards™ recipients. Huntington Hospital received the award for the seventh consecutive year (2019-2025) and named among the top 5% of short-term acute-care hospitals nationwide for patient safety for the sixth straight year (2020-2025). Long Island Jewish Medical Center, which includes Long Island Jewish Valley Stream and Long Island Jewish Forest Hills, earned the award for the second consecutive year (2024-2025) and was also named among the top 5% of hospitals for patient safety for both years.

The Healthgrades recognition underscores a culture of excellence that permeates these Northwell Health hospitals, evident in their numerous other achievements.

Huntington Hospital is the only hospital on Long Island, and one of only 33 in the country, to achieve Magnet designation by the American Nurses Credentialing Center for nursing excellence four consecutive times. Long Island Jewish Medical Center in New Hyde Park was recognized by Healthgrades in 2025 as fourth in New York State for stroke care and joint replacement. Long Island Jewish Valley Stream is a designated stroke center certified by the American Heart Association. It is also recognized as a Network of Excellence in hernia surgery by Surgical Review Corporation. Long Island Jewish Forest Hills is designated a Level II Perinatal Center and is an American College of Radiology-designated Lung Cancer ScreeningCenter.

Plainview Hospital, an acute care community hospital, was also a recipient of the Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Awards™. As a New York State Department of Health Primary Stroke Center, Plainview Hospital is a recipient of the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With the Guidelines®-Stroke Quality Achievement Award.

“I continue to be proud of these hospitals who do so much to serve our communities,” said Peter Silver, MD, MBA, senior vice president and chief quality officer at Northwell. “These awards reflect our unwavering dedication to providing the highest quality and safest care possible to our patients. Our commitment to continuous improvement and a culture of safety is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire health care team.”

A male and female doctor both wearing white lab coats speak with a female patient while all three are seated in an office.
Healthgrades’ analysis* evaluated 4,500 hospitals nationwide from 2021-2023. The results indicated that 173,280 preventable safety events occurred among Medicare patients.

Patients treated in hospitals that received the 2025 Patient Safety Excellence Award have a significantly lower chance of experiencing one of the four leading safety indicators:

  • 54% less likely to experience in-hospital falls resulting in fracture than patients treated at non-recipient hospitals;
  • 55% less likely to experience a collapsed lung due to a procedure or surgery in or around the chest than patients treated at non-recipient hospitals;
  • 69% less likely to experience pressure sores or bed sores acquired in the hospital than patients treated at non-recipient hospitals;
  • 72% less likely to experience catheter-related bloodstream infections acquired in the hospital than patients treated at non-recipient hospitals.

“These impressive statistics underscore the real-world impact of our commitment to patient safety,” said Dr. Silver. “By minimizing preventable harm, we are not only improving patient outcomes but also enhancing their overall experience of care.”

*Statistics are calculated from Healthgrades Patient Safety Ratings and Excellence Award methodology, which is based primarily on AHRQ technical specifications (Version 2024.0.1) to MedPAR data from approximately 4,500 hospitals for years 2021 through 2023 and represent three-year estimates for Medicare patients only.

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Non-clinical readings may paint a more complete picture of your risks

By David Dunaief, M.D.

Dr. David Dunaief

Nearly 120 million U.S. adults, just under half of the population, have hypertension (1). Of these, only 25 percent have successfully controlled their blood pressure to less than 130/80 mmHg, the high end of “normal” blood pressure.

For the remaining 75 percent, the risk of complications, including cardiovascular events and mortality, is significantly higher.

What increases our risk of developing hypertension? An observational study involving 2,763 participants showed that the top three influencers on the risk of developing high blood pressure were poor diet, modest obesity, and cigarette smoking, all of which are modifiable (2).

What increases your risk of complications?

Being significantly overweight or obese, smoking, poor diet, lack of exercise, family history, age, increased sodium, depression, diabetes, low vitamin D, and too much alcohol all increase your risk (3).

The good news is that you can improve your risk profile (4).

What is the effect of gender?

One of the most concerning complications of hypertension is cardiovascular disease. A large observational study with a 31-year duration found that isolated systolic (top number) hypertension increased the risk of cardiovascular disease and death in both men and women between 18 and 49 years old, compared to those who had optimal blood pressure (5). These complications were not affected by onset age.

When the results were sorted by gender, women experienced the greatest effect, with a 55 percent increased risk of cardiovascular disease and 112 percent increased risk of heart disease death.

When  to measure your blood pressure

Most of us have our blood pressure measured when we’re at a doctor’s office. While measuring blood pressure in a clinic can be useful, a meta-analysis of nine studies showed that high blood pressure measured at nighttime was potentially a better predictor of myocardial infarctions (heart attacks) and strokes, compared to daytime and clinic readings (5).

For every 10 mmHg rise in nighttime systolic blood pressure, there was a corresponding 25 percent increase in cardiovascular events. The nighttime readings were achieved using 24-hour ambulatory blood pressure measurements (ABPM).

A factor that might increase the risk of nighttime cardiovascular events is masked uncontrolled hypertension (MUCH).  MUCH occurs in those who are well-controlled during clinic readings for blood pressure; however, out-of-clinic readings indicate their blood pressure is uncontrolled.

A study of 167 patients found that medication non-compliance was not a significant factor in those experiencing MUCH (6). Of the participants experiencing MUCH, 85.2 percent were fully adherent with their prescribed medications, a number similar to the group that did not experience MUCH.

Interestingly, in the Spanish Society of Hypertension ABPM Registry, MUCH was most often seen during nocturnal hours (7). The study’s authors suggest that ABPM may be a better way to monitor those with higher risk factors for MUCH, such as those whose pressure is borderline in the clinic and those who are smokers, obese or have diabetes.

A previous study of patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and hypertension suggested that taking at least one antihypertensive medication at night may be more effective than taking them all in the morning (8). Those who took one or more of their blood pressure medications at night saw a two-third reduction in cardiovascular event risk.

Blueberries and blood pressure

Diet plays an important role in controlling high blood pressure. Lowering sodium is critically important, but adding berries may also be beneficial.

In a study of post-menopausal women with pre-hypertension or stage one hypertension, daily consumption of 22 grams of blueberry powder, the equivalent of one cup of fresh blueberries, reduced systolic blood pressure by a respectable 7 mmHg and diastolic blood pressure by 5 mmHg over two months (9).

This addition of a modest amount of fruit had a significant impact. Blueberries increase nitric oxide, which helps blood vessels relax and reduces blood pressure. While the study used blueberry powder, an equivalent amount of real fruit might lead to an even greater reduction.

High blood pressure and possible cardiovascular complications can be scary, but lifestyle modifications, such as making dietary changes and taking antihypertensive medications at night, can reduce your risks.

References:

(1) millionhearts.hhs.gov. (2) BMC Fam Pract 2015;16(26). (3) uptodate.com. (4) Diabetes Care 2011;34 Suppl 2:S308-312. (5) J Am Coll Cardiol 2015;65(4):327-335. (6) Hypertension. 2019 Sep;74(3):652-659. (7) Eur Heart J 2015;35(46):3304-3312. (8) J Am Soc Nephrol 2011 Dec;22(12):2313-2321. (9) J Acad Nutr Diet 2015;115(3):369-377.

Dr. David Dunaief is a speaker, author and local lifestyle medicine physician focusing on the integration of medicine, nutrition, fitness and stress management. For further information, visit www.medicalcompassmd.com or consult your personal physician.

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Jennifer Cona

With New York’s 2025-2026 state budget in the works, Cona Elder Law is calling on community members to take action in support of older adults by joining its letter-writing campaign to urge Governor Hochul and state legislators to fully fund Medicaid and increase reimbursement rates for nursing homes by 20% on Thursday, March 6 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Cona Elder Law, 225 Broadhollow Road, Suite 200, Melville.

This event is open to the public. Register here: https://shorturl.at/AzGBc

Medicaid funds the care of most long-term nursing home residents in New York. However, nursing homes are currently reimbursed at only 50% of the actual cost of care, leading to staffing shortages, safety concerns, facility closures, overcrowding, and inadequate care for elderly and vulnerable residents. With a $1.6 billion funding gap, nursing homes across the state are struggling to provide the quality care that our loved ones deserve.

“Advocacy makes a difference. Elected officials rely on constituent feedback when making budget decisions,” said Jennifer Cona, Founder and Managing Partner, Cona Elder Law. “Direct outreach is the most effective way to influence policy and protect our aging population.”

Cona Elder Law is a leading elder law firm dedicated to protecting the rights and well-being of older adults. The firm advocates for seniors and their families through legal services, policy initiatives, and community engagement.

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Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine

There have been reports of deceased birds being found across the county. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) recommends the following guidance if you encounter this situation on your property.

In cases where DEC field staff cannot collect samples or carcasses from the landscape, please limit direct contact with dead wildlife and keep children and pets away. To dispose of a dead bird safely, DEC provides the following guide:

  • Wear disposable gloves, a mask, and eye protection, like safety glasses or goggles.
  • Avoid direct contact with the carcass or carcass fluids by using a shovel or a garbage bag to pick up the bird.
  • Carcasses should be triple bagged (garbage or contractor bags) and placed in an outdoor trash receptacle.
  • Remove and throw away your gloves. Wash your hands with soap and water immediately after removing gloves.
  • Change your clothes and wash them after disposing of the bird.
  • If you use a shovel, clean it with hot, soapy water and disinfect it with diluted bleach (1/3 cup bleach added to a gallon of water).

For additional information or to make a report, please call the DEC at 844-332-3267.

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Many risk factors can be managed with lifestyle changes

By David Dunaief, M.D.

Dr. David Dunaief

February has been named American Heart Month by the American Heart Association, providing us with a reminder during the Valentine’s Day month to build heart-healthy habits.

Improved medicines, earlier treatment of risk factors, and an embrace of lifestyle modifications have helped reduce the prevalence of heart disease and remind us that it is ultimately preventable.

How do you reduce heart disease risk?

Major heart disease risk factors include obesity, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, smoking and diabetes. Unfortunately, rates of obesity and diabetes are both still rising. For patients with type 2 diabetes, 70 percent die of cardiovascular causes (1).

A key contributor is the standard American diet, which is rich in saturated fat and calories (2). This drives atherosclerosis, fatty streaks in the arteries.

A high resting heart rate is another potential risk factor. In one study, healthy men and women had 18 and 10 percent increased risks of dying from a heart attack, respectively, for every increase of 10 beats per minute (bpm) over 80 (3). A normal resting heart rate is typically between 60 and 100 bpm, so a high-normal rate has increased risk.

When does medication help?

Cholesterol and blood pressure medications have reducing some heart disease risk. according to the American Society of Hypertension, compliance with taking blood pressure medications has increased over the last 10 years from 33 to 50 percent.

Statins have also played a role in primary prevention. They lower lipid levels, including total cholesterol and LDL — the “bad” cholesterol. In addition, they lower inflammation levels that contribute to cardiovascular disease risk. The Jupiter trial showed statins contributed to a 55 percent combined reduction in heart disease, stroke and mortality from cardiovascular disease in healthy patients, those with slightly elevated levels of inflammation and normal cholesterol profiles.

Statins do have side effects, though. They’ve been shown to increase the risk of diabetes in intensive dosing, compared to moderate dosing (4). Many who are on statins also suffer from myopathy (muscle pain and cramping).

I’m often approached by patients on statins with this complaint. Their goal is to reduce and ultimately discontinue statins by modifying their diet and exercise plans.

Lifestyle modification is a powerful ally.

Which lifestyle changes reduce heart disease risk the most?

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The Baltimore Longitudinal Study of Aging investigated 501 healthy men and their risk of dying from cardiovascular disease. The authors concluded that those who consumed five or more servings of fruits and vegetables daily with <12 percent saturated fat reduced their risk of dying from heart disease by 76 percent, compared to those who did not meet these criteria (5). The authors theorized that eating more fruits and vegetables helped to displace saturated fats from the diet.

The Nurses’ Health Study shows that these results are also seen in women. Lifestyle modification reduced the risk of sudden cardiac death (SCD) (6). This is often the first manifestation of heart disease in women. The authors looked at four parameters of lifestyle modification, including a Mediterranean-type diet, exercise, smoking and body mass index. The decrease in SCD was dose-dependent, meaning the more factors incorporated, the greater the risk reduction. There was as much as a 92 percent decrease in SCD risk when all four parameters were followed.

In a cohort study of high-risk participants and those with heart disease, patients implemented extensive lifestyle modification: a plant-based, whole foods diet accompanied by exercise and stress management. Study results showed an improvement in biomarkers, as well as in cognitive function and overall quality of life over a very short period — three months from the start of the trial (7). Outside of this study environment, many of my own patients have experienced similar results.

How do you monitor your heart disease risk?

Physicians use cardiac biomarkers, including blood pressure, cholesterol and body mass index, alongside inflammatory markers like C-reactive protein to monitor your risk. Ideally, if you need to use medications to treat risk factors for heart disease, you should strive for short-term intervention. For some, it may be best to use medication and lifestyle changes together; for patients who take an active role, lifestyle modifications may be sufficient.

By focusing on developing heart-healthy habits, you can improve the likelihood that you will be around for a long time.

References:

(1) Diabetes Care. 2010 Feb; 33(2):442-449. (2) Lancet. 2004;364(9438):93. (3) J Epidemiol Community Health. 2010 Feb;64(2):175-181. (4) JAMA. 2011;305(24):2556-2564. (5) J Nutr. March 1, 2005;135(3):556-561. (6) JAMA. 2011 Jul 6;306(1):62-69. (7) Am J Cardiol. 2011;108(4):498-507.

Dr. David Dunaief is a speaker, author and local lifestyle medicine physician focusing on the integration of medicine, nutrition, fitness and stress management. For further information, visit www.medicalcompassmd.com or consult your personal physician.

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Angelina Ioppolo. Photo from Mather Hospital

Northwell’s Mather Hospital in Port Jefferson recently announced the appointment of Angelina Ioppolo as the new administrator of its Transitional Care Unit (TCU), a short-term rehabilitation unit located in the hospital.

Ms. Ioppolo comes to the post after completing a six-month administrator-in-training program at Northwell’s Stern Family Center for Rehabilitation in Manhasset and obtaining her state administrator’s license..

“I understand there’s going to be a lot of challenges that will come my way in this new role,” she said. “I have a great support system with Carolyn (Germaine, RN, director of patient care for the TCU), Dr. Michael Fishkin (TCU medical director) and the staff at the TCU. Gerard Kaiser (executive director of the Stern facility and the Orzac Center for Rehabilitation in Valley Stream) is going to help guide me as my mentor.

She received her master’s in health administration degree from Hofstra University prior to entering the internship with Northwell. A resident of East Meadow, Ms. Ioppolo is originally from the Poconos in Pennsylvania.

Mather’s TCU provides focused care to patients who are not ready to be discharged to home or to another facility. TCU patients include recent stroke sufferers, post-surgical patients, those receiving therapy for systemic infections and those who need physical rehabilitation. The TCU was awarded a five-star rating by Medicare.

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Stop living with aching knees or hips!

Northwell’s Mather Hospital invites the community to a free joint replacement breakfast seminar at The Bristal at Holtsville, 5535 Express Drive North, Holtsville on Saturday, March 1 from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Guest speakers Michael Fracchia, M.D., Chief of Orthopedics at Mather Hospital, Orlin & Cohen Orthopedic Group; and Filippo F. Romanelli, D.O., Orthopedic Surgeon, Orlin & Cohen Orthopedic Group will discuss the causes of joint pain and the medical and surgical techniques available to improve your life.

A buffet breakfast will be served. To register, visit matherhospital.org/orthoseminar. For more information, call 631-476-2723.

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Stony Brook University Hospital’s Emergency Department (ED) has received Level 1 Accreditation for Geriatric Emergency Care by the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP), one of only two hospitals in Suffolk County to achieve this status.

“Adults aged 65 and older represent one of the largest populations seeking emergency care here on Long Island,” says William A. Wertheim, MD, MBA, Executive Vice President, Stony Brook Medicine. “We are proud of our team’s persistent efforts to provide high-quality geriatric care and promote healthy aging throughout the community.”

“This designation shows Stony Brook Medicine’s commitment to preserving the independence and dignity of seniors on Long Island by providing the latest treatments, comprehensive services and improved patient outcomes,” says Carol Gomes, chief executive officer of Stony Brook University Hospital.

Hospitals earning a Level One Gold accreditation deliver the highest-quality, person-centered care,  within the ED and throughout the institution, to older adults in their community, through geriatric-specific initiatives tied to policies, guidelines, procedures, and staffing.

Data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey shows the senior citizens population is continuing to grow on Long Island. Between 2019 and 2023, an estimated 36.9% of total households included one individual who was 65 or older in Suffolk County, an increase of 3.4% compared to the five-year period ending 2018. The median age in the county, 42 years, is 10 percent higher than the national average.

Stony Brook’s ED has developed a number of policies, standards and evidence-based practices with an emphasis on delivering age-appropriate care. Some of these initiatives include comprehensive fall assessment and prevention protocols, pain management focused on geriatric-specific pain control measures and alternatives to minimize use of urinary catheters. In addition, the ED promotes access to nutrition 24/7 for older adults, has developed standardized discharge protocols addressing age-specific communication needs and has limited the use of physical restraints by incorporating trained companions/sitters.

The Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University expands the institution’s mission of providing seniors with the opportunity to live healthy, fulfilling lives. In 2023, the Stony Brook Center for Healthy Aging (CHA) was created to develop a better understanding of the biology, physiology, sociology and psychology of aging through research and innovation. Bringing together Stony Brook researchers conducting studies related to aging, the mission of the CHA is to improve methods for earlier interventions so seniors can age in their own homes and with a high quality of life. It also aims to develop new treatments – including potentially utilizing robots – to ensure Long Island’s seniors receive the highest quality care.

About Stony Brook University Hospital:

Stony Brook University Hospital (SBUH) is Long Island’s premier academic health center. With 624 beds, SBUH serves as the region’s only tertiary care center and Regional Trauma Center, and is home to the Stony Brook University Heart Institute, Stony Brook University Cancer Center, Stony Brook Children’s Hospital and Stony Brook University Neurosciences Institute. SBUH also encompasses Suffolk County’s only Level 4 Regional Perinatal Center, state-designated AIDS Center, state-designated Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program, state-designated Burn Center, the Christopher Pendergast ALS Center of Excellence, and Kidney Transplant Center. It is home of the nation’s first Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis Center. To learn more, visit www.stonybrookmedicine.edu/sbuh.

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Acetaminophen and NSAIDS are not risk-free

By David Dunaief, M.D.

Dr. David Dunaief

What do you do when you have a headache or a sore knee? Most of us head to our medicine cabinet to grab one of the analgesics we keep on hand for such occasions.

Analgesics are, first and foremost, pain relievers, but they also help lower fever and reduce inflammation. The most common over the counter (OTC) medications include acetaminophen and a variety of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), like aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen sodium.

Americans consume more than 30 billion doses of NSAIDs a year, including both OTC and prescription-strength (1). As for acetaminophen, one quarter of Americans take it weekly.  Because they’re so accessible and commonplace, many consider them low risk. Many patients don’t even include them in a list of current medications. I need to specifically ask about them.

They are not risk-free, though. According to a poll of regular OTC NSAID users, 60 percent were not aware that they can have dangerous side effects (2).

What are NSAID risks?

NSAIDs, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, are responsible for more than 70,000 hospitalizations and 7,600 deaths annually (3). 

They increase the risk of heart attacks, gastrointestinal bleeding, stroke, exacerbation of diverticular disease, chronic arrhythmia (abnormal heartbeat) and erectile dysfunction. In some instances, the cardiovascular effects can be fatal.

The FDA strengthened warning labels on non-aspirin NSAID labels 10 years ago, advising that those taking NSAIDs should immediately seek medical attention if they experienced chest pain, shortness of breath or trouble breathing, weakness in one part or side of their body, or slurred speech (4).

Five years ago, the FDA added a warning label to non-aspirin NSAIDs about the risks of fetal kidney damage and pregnancy complications beginning around week 20 of a pregnancy (4).

In a case control study using the UK Primary Care Database, chronic users of NSAIDs between ages 40 and 89 had a significantly increased risk of a serious arrhythmia called atrial fibrillation (5).

Interestingly, researchers defined “chronic users” as patients who took NSAIDs for more than 30 days. These users had a 57 percent increased risk of atrial fibrillation. A Danish study reinforces these results after the first month of use (6). This is not very long to have such a substantial risk. For patients who used NSAIDs longer than one year, the risk increased to 80 percent. 

NSAIDs also increase the risk of mortality in chronic users. Older patients who have heart disease or hypertension (high blood pressure) and are chronic NSAID users are at increased risk of death, according to an observational study (7). Compared to those who never or infrequently used them over about 2.5 years, chronic users had a greater than twofold increase in death due to cardiovascular causes. High blood pressure was not a factor in this study, since chronic users had lower blood pressure; however, I have seen that NSAID use can increase blood pressure with some of my patients.

What are acetaminophen risks?

The FDA announced in 2011 that acetaminophen consumption should not exceed 325 mg every four to six hours when used in a prescription combination pain reliever (4). The goal is to reduce and avoid severe injury to the liver, which can cause liver failure.

There is an intriguing paradox with acetaminophen: Hospitals typically dispense regular-strength 325-mg doses of the drug, whereas OTC doses frequently are found in “extra strength” 500-mg tablets, and often the suggested dose is two tablets, or 1 gram. At the FDA’s request, Tylenol lowered its recommended daily dosage for its extra strength version to no more than 3 grams a day.

One study that showed acute liver failure was due primarily to unintentional overdoses of acetaminophen (8). Accidental overdosing is more likely to occur when taking acetaminophen at the same time as a combination sinus, cough or cold remedy that also contains acetaminophen. OTC and prescription cold medications can contain acetaminophen.

If you already have liver damage or disease, consult your physician before taking any medication.

To protect yourself from potentially adverse events, you must be your own best advocate; read labels, and remember to tell your physician if you are taking any OTC medications.

If you are a chronic user of NSAIDs or acetaminophen because of underlying inflammation, you may find an anti-inflammatory diet and other lifestyle changes can be an effective alternative.

References:

(1) medscape.com. (2) J Rheumatol. 2005;32;2218-2224. (3) Annals of Internal Medicine, 1997;127:429-438. (4) fda.gov. (5) Arch Intern Med. 2010;170(16):1450-1455. (6) BMJ 2011;343:d3450. (7) Am J Med. 2011 Jul;124(7):614-620. (8) Am J Gastroenterol. 2007;102:2459-2463.

Dr. David Dunaief is a speaker, author and local lifestyle medicine physician focusing on the integration of medicine, nutrition, fitness and stress management. For further information, visit www.medicalcompassmd.com or consult your personal physician.

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Tami Nelson

United Cerebral Palsy of Long Island (UCP-LI) in Hauppauge has announced the appointment of Tami Nelson, Senior Director at Techstars, to the UCP-LI Board of Directors.

“We are thrilled to welcome Tami Nelson to our Board of Directors. Ms. Nelson’s expertise, vision and leadership will be invaluable as we continue to grow and achieve our mission. We look forward to the positive impact she will have on our organization,” said Thomas Pfundstein, Board Chair, in a press release.

Nelson has held multiple leadership positions in globally recognized organizations such as A&E Television Networks, Paramount, and HBO and most recently served as the Senior Director of Strategic Projects at Techstars. Her expertise in creating transformative strategies, fostering partnerships, and delivering measurable results will be a tremendous asset to UCP-LI as the organization continues to provide innovative programs and services.

Nelson has made a profound impact throughout her career, supporting underrepresented communities and spearheading initiatives to rebuild generational wealth. Her addition to the UCP-LI Board signifies her continued commitment to advocacy, excellence, and innovation.

“I am honored to join the Board of Directors at UCP of LI, an organization with a profound legacy of empowering individuals and advocating for inclusivity. I am excited to contribute my expertise and collaborate with such a passionate and dedicated team as we work to create opportunities and improve the quality of life for those we serve. Together, we can continue to make a lasting impact on our community,” said Ms. Nelson.

For more information about UCP of Long Island and its programs, visit www.ucp-li.org

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