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Photo from St. Charles Hospital

Catholic Health’s St. Charles Hospital in Port Jefferson has been awarded prestigious accreditation from the Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) as a Center of Excellence in Robotic and Hernia Surgery. The two accreditations recognize St. Charles Hospital’s commitment to the delivery of high quality, safe patient care. Achieving the status of an accredited Center of Excellence means that St. Charles Hospital has met both nationally and internationally recognized standards. 

“This distinguished recognition is a true testament to St. Charles’ highly-skilled surgeons trained in both minimally-invasive robotic surgery and laparoscopic hernia repair surgery, allowing for much smaller incisions, shorter hospital stay, minimal blood loss and less need for pain medication,” said St. Charles Hospital President James O’Connor. “Using the da Vinci® and Xi™ systems, we offer robotic-assisted surgeries across various specialties including bariatric, colorectal, general, gynecological, thoracic and urologic surgery. With SRC accreditation, residents of Port Jefferson and surrounding areas can have confidence in receiving top-notch care, enabling them to regain their quality of life.”

Health care facilities and surgeons seeking an SRC accreditation undergo an extensive assessment and inspection process to ensure the applicant meets SRC’s proven standards and requirements. These requirements include surgical volumes, facility equipment, clinical pathways and standardized operating procedures, and an emphasis on patient education and continuous quality assessment. 

“We’re proud to recognize St. Charles Hospital for its commitment to advancing and providing quality care for all patients,” said Gary M. Pratt, CEO of SRC. “This accreditation signals that this facility is among the best in this specialty and is dedicated to delivering the highest level of care possible.”

Pictured from right, Nicolette Fiore Lopez, PhD, RN, CENP, FAAN, St. Charles’ Chief Nursing Officer; Lynne Cassidy, RN, ANCC,  PACU; Jennifer Manuel, RN, ANCC, OR; Jamie Ribaudo, CST, Robotics Coordinator; Jim O’ Connor, President, St. Charles Hospital; Patti Williams, RN, St. Charles’ Director of Perioperative Services; Hesham Atwa, MD, St. Charles’ Chief of Robotic Surgery; Cindi Vanderhoff, SRC Surveyor; Sunil Dhuper, MD, St. Charles’ Chief Medical Officer; Lisa Farrell, OR Systems Coordinator; and Chukwuma Egbuziem, MS, RN, CPHQ, St. Charles’ Vice President, Quality Management. 

For more information about St. Charles’ robotic surgery and hernia repair program, call 631-474-6797.

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Joshua Bozek

Joshua P. Bozek, DO, has been appointed Chief Medical Officer at Catholic Health’s St. Catherine of Siena Hospital in Smithtown. Additionally, Karen T. Fasano, DNP, MBA, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, has been named Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) for the hospital and will also serve in a system role as Vice President of Nursing Patient Experience for Catholic Health.

“We are very fortunate to have Dr. Bozek and Ms. Fasano as part of St. Catherine’s executive leadership team,” said St. Catherine of Siena Hospital President Declan Doyle. “I am confident that both Dr. Bozek and Ms. Fasano will further enhance our hospital’s mission in providing the highest quality of care to our patients.”

Joshua Bozek

Dr. Bozek has a long-standing relationship with Catholic Health, having served as Systems Medical Director overseeing the Emergency Departments at St. Catherine’s and St. Charles Hospital in Port Jefferson. In his new role, he will ensure highest standard for quality care, timeliness and appropriateness; provide clinical oversights for all performance improvement, utilization management and quality management activities; collaborate with senior management to develop new clinical programs; ensure compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards; develop a comprehensive physician recruitment and retention strategy; and educate, supervise and monitor performance of the medical staff.

Through Dr. Bozek’s prior affiliation with Alteon Health/USACS, he oversaw four hospital emergency departments including St. Catherine of Siena Hospital, St. Charles Hospital, St. John’s Episcopal Hospital Health System, and Bayshore Medical Center. In addition, he oversaw the Hospitalist Program at Bayshore Medical Center and the House PA Program at St. Charles Hospital. During his 12 years at St. Catherine’s, Dr. Bozek held numerous roles including Chairman and Associate Director of the Emergency Department, as well as Director of Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement. Dr. Bozek was pivotal in the development and implementation of the first St. Francis Heart Center’s Chest Pain Unit at St. Catherine’s, serving as the Director for the past three years. Dr. Bozek’s career as an RN, having worked in both Medical Surgical Unit and the ICU, will also give him a unique outlook on how he can best serve St. Catherine in his new role. 

Karen Fasano

A renowned leader in the nursing field, Ms. Fasano has over 30 years of healthcare experience. In her new role as St. Catherine’s CNO, Ms. Fasano will oversee the hospital’s nursing care to patients that is in keeping with the hospital’s mission, vision and values. Ms. Fasano will also collaborate with the hospital’s executive and clinical leadership teams to develop mechanisms to ensure seamless integrated patient care systems; develop, implement and continuously evaluate programs to promote recruitment, retention and continuing education of nursing staff members; and, collaborate with nursing leadership from various clinical areas, to determine staffing requirements to effectively deliver the highest quality of nursing care to patients.  

As Catholic Health’s Vice President, Nursing Experience, Ms. Fasano will be responsible for fostering a culture of empathy and responsiveness among nursing staff. In addition, she will have a key role in creating an environment where exceptional care and positive patient experiences are paramount.

Prior to joining Catholic Health, Ms. Fasano served for the past six years, as Vice President of Patient Care Services at Central Region Hartford Healthcare, overseeing over 1,600 full-time employees between three campuses. She also served as Director of Clinical Operations for the Hospital of Central Connecticut and was accountable for the efficient operations of inpatient nursing and respiratory units between two campuses.  Earlier in Ms. Fasano’s career, she was appointed as Bristol Hospital’s Operations Manager for the intensive care unit and respiratory therapy and a year later, was promoted to Director of Clinical Operations. At other healthcare facilities in Connecticut, Ms. Fasano also held numerous roles as Director of the Cancer Service Line; Nursing Supervisor; Nursing Manager; and, Nursing Instructor.

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Declan Doyle, president of St. Catherine of Siena Hospital with New York State Senator Mario Mattera, Community Relations Manager Mary Ellen McCrossen, Suffolk County Comptroller John Kennedy, Suffolk County Legislator Leslie Kennedy, Chief Nursing Officer Karen Faso and hospital administration. Photo by Jennifer Donatelli
A scene from St. Catherine of Siena's 2024 Fall Community Health Fair. Photo by Jennifer Donatelli
A scene from St. Catherine of Siena's 2024 Fall Community Health Fair. Photo by Jennifer Donatelli
A pumpkin receiving surgery. Photo by Jennifer Donatelli
A pumpkin receiving surgery. Photo by Jennifer Donatelli

By Jennifer Donatelli

Under a big white tent, St. Catherine of Siena Hospital hosted its 33rd Annual Fall Community Health Fair on Saturday, Sept. 28, from 9am – 12pm.

Located on 25A in Smithtown, the hospital draws hundreds of community members every year, along with local organizations and businesses, to offer free on-site services and to raise awareness on the importance of healthcare.

Visitors to this free event had the opportunity to meet with health care professionals, from over 50 specialties, for a Q&A. Hands-on demonstrations of the hospital’s latest advances in technology were also performed for onlookers.

Additionally, free flu shots were given, as well as on-site cholesterol and glucose testing, BMI screenings and blood pressure readings.

There was even a Teddy Bear Clinic, where children brought their favorite stuffed animals to be treated as real “hospital patients.” Children also enjoyed face painting and pumpkin decorating, along with free puzzles, coloring sheets and crayons, to take home.

Visitors were given the chance to learn about healthy eating and nutrition, while sampling New England clam chowder, gluten-free, pumpkin-chocolate chip loaves, chili and hot apple cider.

Declan Doyle, President of the hospital discussed what an exciting time this is for the hospital, saying, “I can sense the enthusiasm in the staff. They were all pumped up and looking forward to this day, so they could educate the public about [all things health.”

In addition to what happens inside of the hospital, Mary Ellen McCrossen, the hospital’s Community Relations Manager, explained the free services St. Catherine’s offers, within the local community, including health education seminars and library events. The hospital works with local school districts to educate students on healthy eating, strokes, diabetes and general wellness, as well.

McCrossen says, “At St. Catherine’s, we care for each other in body, mind and spirit. All three are equally important. The best way to help people heal is to have all three in sync.” 

Sen. Mario Mattera (R-St. James,) from the 2nd Senate District, was at the event and provided some of his thoughts on the annual fair.

“St. Catherine of Siena is very important to the local community, especially our seniors who may not have access to funds or resources,” he said.

“They can come to this facility and get the flu vaccine and other testing, free of charge. This hospital is so important to the Smithtown community, [and that is why we need] to promote the hospital as much as possible,” he continued.

He went on to thank the hospital’s staff for all the hard work they do “for us each day,” and pledged to make St. Catherine’s prosper.

For more information about St. Catherine of Siena, you can visit their website at www.catholichealthli.org.

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Many shops in the Village of Port Jefferson will participate in this year's event. Photo from Mather Hospital
Many shops in the Village of Port Jefferson will participate in this year's event. Photo from Mather Hospital
Many shops in the Village of Port Jefferson will participate in this year's event. Photo from Mather Hospital
Many shops in the Village of Port Jefferson will participate in this year's event. Photo from Mather Hospital
Many shops in the Village of Port Jefferson will participate in this year's event. Photo from Mather Hospital

Get ready to paint the town pink!

For the 10th year running, Port Jefferson is transforming into a vibrant beacon of hope and awareness as Paint Port Pink takes center stage throughout October. This inspiring initiative, spearheaded by Mather Hospital’s Fortunato Breast Health Center, unites the Village of Port Jefferson, local businesses and the community in a powerful stand against breast cancer.

The streets bathed in a rosy glow and  storefronts adorned with pink lights and flags are a visual reminder of the importance of early detection. 

This year, the campaign celebrates a decade of success in spreading a vital message: early detection saves lives. Thanks to the generosity of its donors, the Fortunato Breast Health Center has been at the forefront of this fight, investing in cutting-edge 3-D mammography technology that can detect even the tiniest cancers in their earliest stages. Today 70% of breast cancers diagnosed at Fortunato are now caught at Stage zero or one. Breast cancer at these early stages is highly treatable and has a five-year survivor rate at 99%.

But the fight doesn’t stop there. Paint Port Pink, now reaching beyond Port Jefferson to encompass surrounding communities, serves as a powerful reminder for women to prioritize their health. Annual mammograms, starting at age 40, are crucial, and the campaign provides resources and support to ensure everyone has access to these life-saving screenings. Mather Hospital is a member of the Cancer Services Program of Suffolk County which offers free screenings based on age, income and residence. Screenings can take place at the Fortunato Breast Health Center. To learn more, call 631- 548-6320.

Join Port Jefferson in celebrating the power of community, the importance of early detection, and the hope that Paint Port Pink represents. Together, we can make a difference in the fight against breast cancer.

The Paint Port Pink calendar includes:

Oct. 1 — Light the lights! Community partners including the Village of Port Jefferson will light their pink lights and display banners. Mather Hospital’s cupola goes pink as well.

Oct. 3 — Pints for Pink third annual fundraiser for the Fortunato Breast Health Center at the Po’ Boy Brewery in Port Jefferson from 6 to 8 p.m. The $25 admission includes refreshments and free registration for the 2025 Northwell Health Walk at Port Jefferson. Register at matherhospital.org/pintsforpink  

Oct. 15  —  The second annual EmpowerHER women’s health seminar, this year at the Coram Fire Department’s community room, from 6 to 8 p.m. The $10 registration fee includes a buffet dinner and free registration for the 2025 Northwell Health Walk at Port Jefferson in support of the Fortunato Breast Health Center. Register at matherhospital.org/empowerher

Oct. 18 — Wear Pink Day/National Mammography Day – Get your pink on for this annual event and post photos on social media with #paintportpink.

Become a community partner and decorate your business’ exterior in pink for a chance to win tickets to a 2025 concert at Jones Beach. Send photos of your window by Oct. 20 to [email protected]. Become a community partner at matherhospital.org/paintportpink. 

Pink Your Pumpkin — The popular pumpkin decorating contest returns! Find your perfect pumpkin, decorate it in the pinkest fashion possible, take a photo and email your pumpkin photo to [email protected] by Oct. 22. The winner will receive a $100 gift card.

Paint Port Pink is generously sponsored by New York Cancer & Blood Specialists, King Quality, Po’ Boy Brewery, Riverhead Toyota, and Tuscany Gourmet Market.

For more information , visit paintportpink.org  or call 631-476-2723.

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Photo from Stony Brook University

Stony Brook Cancer Center’s CancerWise Café returns to SBU’s Charles B. Wang Center, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook on Saturday, Sept. 28 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Cancer Center experts will discuss the latest advances in screening, prevention, diagnosis, management and treatment of several types of cancer, along with educational displays, community organization resource tables and lunch.

The event including lunch is free but registration is required by Sept. 22. To RSVP, visit stonybrook.info/cafe2024 or click here.

 

 

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Dr. Arif Ahmad

St. Charles Hospital, 200 Belle Terre Road, Port Jefferson will host a free community lecture, “Permanent Solutions for Acid Reflux,” in the St. Raphael Conference Room, 2nd Floor on Tuesday, Sept. 17 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

If you have acid reflux/GERD and want to reduce your dependency on medications, are concerned about their side effects and/or you continue to regurgitate despite PPIs, please join them to learn about permanent solutions with minimally invasive surgical procedures that will improve your quality of life.

Topics will include:

  • Why PPI drugs are not always the answer as a treatment option
  • Permanent solutions with minimally invasive anti-reflux surgery procedures

Followed by a Q&A with speaker Arif Ahmad, MD, FRCS, FACS, Director, Acid Reflux and Hiatal HerniaCenter of Excellence at St. Charles Hospital. Light food and refreshments will be served. To register, please call 631-474-6797.

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Jeff Brett
Lou Bove

Lou Bove, President & Chief Executive Officer at Bove Industries, Inc., and Jeff Brett, founder and Chief Executive Officer of King Quality Construction, Inc., have been named to the board of the JTM Foundation. 

The JTM Foundation works to foster relationships with those individuals and organizations who have a like-minded vision and the desire to support exceptional health care at Mather Hospital for the benefit of our community. Every donation to the JTM Foundation solely benefits Mather Hospital, its programs, services and growth initiatives. Currently the Foundation is focused on philanthropic support for a new Emergency Department, expanded surgery center and other hospital renovations.

Mr. Bove’s company is a New York-based, heavy and civil contracting firm founded in 1985. He is the son of Loretta and the late Vincent Bove, who served as Mayor of Belle Terre for more than 25 years, as a member of the Mather Hospital Board beginning in 1975, and finally as Chairman of the Board when he was elected in 1995. 

Mr. Bove, along with his sister, Ginny, carries on his family’s Port Jefferson legacy through his service to our hospital community. Devoted to Mather’s annual Golf Classic, Mr. Bove has been central to raising more than $3 million in support of nursing programs during his 14-year tenure as Golf Classic Chair. He was honored for his work with the Founder’s Award at the 2018 Golf Classic.

Mr. Brett established his company, one of the United States’ largest and most prestigious siding, windows, and roofing contractors, in 1992 with only $150 and grew it into a multi-million-dollar enterprise. He remains grounded in his roots and Port Jefferson, the place where he was born and raised, continues to be his cherished home. 

With his wife Natalie and three children, he finds joy in giving back to the community that has shaped him. He generously donates his time, talent, and resources to improve the lives of others. Mr. Brett has served on the Mather Golf Committee for seven years and has supported the hospital’s special events. His many charitable contributions through his King Quality Cares include supplying Thanksgiving meals to the Lighthouse Mission and donating roofs for Habitat for Humanity and Hope House Ministries. He also supports L.I. Against Domestic Violence and John’s Crazy Socks.

Photos courtesy of Mather Hospital.

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Mather Hospital leadership harvested collard greens during the 2nd annual day of service. Photo from Mather Hospital
The Mather leadership team at Hobbs Farm. Photo from Mather Hospital
The Mather leadership team picked up litter at Cedar Beach. Photo from Mather Hospital
Mather Hospital leadership cleaned oysters during the 2nd annual day of service. Photo from Mather Hospital
The Mather leadership team at Cedar Beach. Photo from Mather Hospital

Fifty members from Mather Hospital’s leadership team in Port Jefferson recently took part in the hospital’s second annual day of service to the community, volunteering with Coastal Steward Long Island (CSLI) at Cedar Beach in Mt. Sinai and at Bethel Hobbs Community Farm in Centereach. 

“Our day of service is Mather’s way of giving back to our community while engaging in activities that make us better leaders, team members, and neighbors,” said Executive Director Kevn McGeachy, who was part of the team at Coastal Steward.

Volunteers with CSLI worked at the Mt. Sinai Harbor shellfish facility and cleaned up Cedar Beach. The Coastal Steward team cleaned 80,000 oysters and collected 120 pounds of garbage. 

The Bethel Hobbs team from Mather harvested enough kale, collards, and onions to feed 100 families. 

Last year’s day of service was at a Habitat for Humanity home build in Mastic Beach and at Camp Pa-Qua-Tuck, a camp for individuals with disabilities, in Center Moriches. 

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Photo courtesy of Stony Brook Medicine

Stony Brook Medicine (SBM) has once again been recognized by the American Heart Association for its commitment to delivering high-quality patient care across cardiovascular and stroke focus areas. This year marks the 14th consecutive year for Stony Brook University Hospital (SBUH) (2010 – 2024) and the 11th consecutive year forStony Brook Southampton Hospital (SBSH) (2014 – 2024) to receive the Association’s Get With The Guidelines® – StrokeGold Plus achievement award. For the sixth consecutive year, SBUH received the Get With The Guidelines® – Heart FailureGold Plus quality achievement award. Both awards recognize SBM’s dedication to improving outcomes for patients, meaning reduced readmissions and more healthy days at home.

“This recognition by the American Heart Association underscores the unwavering dedication of our healthcare teams to provide exceptional care for our patients,” said Dr. William Wertheim, Executive Vice President of Stony Brook Medicine. “Our continuous recognition over the years highlights our dedication to providing top-tier cardiovascular and stroke care, and we are proud to see the positive impact our efforts have on improving patient outcomes.”

Stroke

Stroke is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the U.S. Early stroke detection and treatment are key to improving survival, minimizing disability and accelerating recovery times. Get With The Guidelines puts the expertise of the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association to work for hospitals nationwide, helping ensure patient care is aligned with the latest research- and evidence-based guidelines.

In addition to this year’s Gold Plus achievement, Stony Brook University Hospital once again earned the distinctions of Target: Stroke℠ Elite Honor Roll, Target: Stroke Advanced Therapy Honor Roll and Target: Type 2 Diabetes℠ Honor Roll for Stony Brook University Hospital.

Heart Failure

Approximately 6 million U.S. adults live with heart failure, a condition that impairs the heart’s ability to pump blood effectively throughout the body. This can significantly impact a person’s quality of life, causing symptoms such as shortness of breath and fatigue which is often severe. However, with advanced care, patients can often achieve a better quality of life through lifestyle changes, symptom monitoring, accurate diagnosis, and cutting-edge therapies including state-of-the-art medications and interventions.

The Heart Failure and Cardiomyopathy Center at Stony Brook continues to be recognized for its excellence in patient care, having earned the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® – Heart Failure Gold Plus quality achievement award for the sixth consecutive year. This prestigious honor commends hospitals that consistently demonstrate an unwavering commitment to treating patients according to the latest evidence-based guidelines from the American Heart Association. The award further highlights Stony Brook’s Heart Failure and Cardiomyopathy Center’s recognition as Long Island’s only heart failure program to have earned the distinguished Joint Commission Certification for Advanced Heart Failure, a mark of excellence the Center has proudly achieved since 2011. At Stony Brook, the comprehensive heart failure program leverages the most advanced pharmacological therapies, surgical interventions, and breakthrough devices to ensure the highest quality of life for its patients.

Resuscitation

Each year, more than 300,000 adults and children experience an in-hospital cardiac arrest.  Survival from cardiac arrest largely depends on timely medical emergency team response and effective CPR.

Get With The Guidelines – Resuscitation was developed to help save lives of patients who experience in-hospital cardiac arrests by consistently following the most up-to-date research-based guidelines for treatment as outlined by the American Heart Association. Guidelines include following protocols for patient safety, medical emergency team response, effective and timely resuscitation (CPR) and post-resuscitation care.

Stony Brook University Hospital is also nationally recognized for its commitment to improving cardiac arrest survival rates and received these top-level awards:

  • Get With The Guidelines® – Resuscitation Gold – Adult
  • Get With The Guidelines® – Resuscitation Gold – Pediatric
  • Get With The Guidelines® – Resuscitation Gold – Neonate/Infant

 

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.

About Stony Brook Southampton Hospital:

With 124 beds, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital (SBSH) is staffed by more than 280 physicians, dentists, and allied health professionals representing 48 medical specialties. A campus of Stony Brook University Hospital, SBSH offers a diverse array of clinical services, ranging from primary medical care to specialized surgical procedures, including cardiac catheterization, orthopedics and bariatrics. The sole provider of emergency care on Long Island’s South Fork, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital is a provisional Level III adult Trauma Center. The hospital includes The Phillips Family Cancer Center, a Heart and Stroke Center, Breast Health Center, The Center for Advanced Wound Healing, Wellness Institute, and 32 satellite care centers throughout the South Fork of Long Island. The hospital is the largest employer on the South Fork with more than 1,200 employees. To learn more, visit www.southampton.stonybrookmedicine.edu.

About Get With The Guidelines:

Get With The Guidelines® is the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s hospital-based quality improvement program that provides hospitals with the latest research-based guidelines. Developed with the goal of saving lives and hastening recovery, Get With The Guidelines has touched the lives of more than 14 million patients since 2001. For more information, visit heart.org.

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