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Dr. Hesham Atwa, St. Charles Chief of General and Robotic Surgery with his patient Larry Hemmerich in front of the daVinci Surgical System during a celebration on March 18. Photo courtesy of St. Charles Hospital
Dr. Hesham Atwa, St. Charles Chief of General and Robotic Surgery, conducts a demonstration of the daVinci Surgical System during a celebration on March 18. Photo courtesy of St. Charles Hospital
Patient Larry Hemmerich and Dr. Hesham Atwa, St. Charles Chief of General and Robotic Surgery next to the daVinci Surgical System during a celebration on March 18. Photo courtesy of St. Charles Hospital

Catholic Health’s St. Charles Hospital in Port Jefferson announced last week a significant milestone of performing 3,500 robotic surgeries since the program started at the hospital in 2019. 

Most recently, St. Charles was 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 outstanding milestone of completing 3,500 robotic surgeries, as well as having received prestigious recognition from the SRC, is a true testament to St. Charles’ highly-skilled surgeons trained in minimally-invasive robotic 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 in various surgical specialties, including bariatric, colorectal, general, gynecological, thoracic and urologic surgery. Residents of Port Jefferson and surrounding areas can have confidence in receiving top-notch care, enabling them to regain their quality of life,” he said.

Larry Hemmerich, 52, a Smithtown, resident and senior investigator with New York State Police, was suffering from a debilitating hernia, as well as diastasis, commonly known as abdominal separation. He was referred to Hesham Atwa, MD, a renowned robotic surgeon at St. Charles Hospital, who performed Mr. Hemmerich’s surgery this past December. 

Mr. Hemmerich expressed his gratitude saying, “I couldn’t be happier with the care I received from Dr. Atwa and his team. The entire St. Charles Hospital staff were amazing. Thanks to the successful robotic surgery, my recovery process was faster, without any complications. I have regained my mobility and have been able to resume my daily routine.”

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

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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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St. Charles Hospital Emergency Department ribbon cutting on 8/19/24. Photo courtesy of St. Charles Hospital

Catholic Health’s St. Charles Hospital in Port Jefferson hosted a ceremonial ribbon cutting for its Emergency Department (ED) expansion on Aug. 14. The event was attended by Catholic Health executive leadership, hospital staff, as well as local elected officials and community partners. The newly renovated and expanded emergency department officially opened to patients on Aug. 19.

The $10 million project, was partially funded with a $4.2 million grant from the New York State Facility Transformation program, as well as other funds supported by Catholic Health and philanthropic support. The ED expansion includes an additional 4,000 square feet, doubling the size, with 10 more treatment bays and a larger waiting room.

“St. Charles’ ED expansion will provide an opportunity to better manage patient flow and address the disparate needs of patients seeking emergency care, allowing for the overall higher quality of patient care,” said St. Charles Hospital President James O’Connor. “We are very excited for this major facility improvement, allowing us to continue to meet the emergent medical needs of the communities we serve.”

In addition, the renovations include additional space, which will allow for better patient management of those seeking medically supervised chemical dependency withdrawal and stabilization and rehabilitation services.

“Long Island has a drug problem of epic proportions, but Catholic Health does not run from this challenge,” said Catholic Health President and CEO Patrick O’Shaughnessy, DO, MBA. “St. Charles’ expanded ED will include an additional care environment, offering specialized care for dependency patients. This will allow doctors and nurses to focus on the needs of distinct patient populations, safely and effectively.”

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Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney. Photo from Tierney's office

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced on Jan. 5 that Patrick J. O’Connor, 38, James O’Connor, 19, and a minor, were indicted for alleged Assault in the Second Degree and other related charges for their involvement in a physical altercation they had with other family members that occurred on Sunrise Highway in Lindenhurst.

“As alleged, these defendants brazenly began a physical brawl in the middle of Sunrise Highway, putting their family and the public at serious risk of harm,” said District Attorney Tierney. “Fortunately, there were not more serious injuries or casualties that resulted out of this violent feud.”

According to the investigation, on December 17, 2023, Patrick O’Connor and his 32-year-old cousin allegedly had an encounter in a Centereach restaurant. The confrontation escalated and Patrick O’Connor allegedly attempted to strike his cousin with beer bottles.

Three days later, on December 20, 2023, Patrick O’Connor and his cousin saw each other again in Hauppauge. The cousin and his father then got into a white GMC Sierra pickup truck and followed the Ford F-150 pickup truck that Patrick O’Connor was driving.

As both vehicles approached the vicinity of Sunrise Highway in Lindenhurst, James O’Connor, Patrick O’Connor’s son, arrived at the same location in a Toyota Tundra with his three younger siblings, ages 16, 12, and 4, in the car. James O’Connor then allegedly rammed the back of the GMC Sierra, causing his own vehicle to flip onto its side. None of the children in the Toyota were injured.

When the cousin and his father exited their GMC Sierra, Patrick O’Connor allegedly began to repeatedly strike the cousin on the head with a wooden stick. James O’Connor allegedly began to assault the cousin while Patrick O’Connor and the minor continued to strike him with the wooden sticks. The cousin’s brother showed up to the scene during the fight and was allegedly similarly assaulted by the defendants. Unrelated civilians intervened, and the defendants, along with the minor children, allegedly fled the scene but were apprehended by members of the Suffolk County Police Department later that day.

The victims were treated at Good Samaritan hospital. One of the victims received staples to his head, suffered two black eyes, and had significant bruising and pain in his shoulder and back. The other suffered an abrasion to his lip, bruising and cuts to his hands, and head and back pain.

James O’Connor was indicted for:

  •   Two counts of Assault in the Second Degree, Class D felonies;
  •   One count of Reckless Endangerment in the Second Degree, a Class A misdemeanor;
  •   Two counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, Class A misdemeanors; and
  •   One count of Leaving the Scene of an Incident Without Reporting, a traffic infraction.

    Patrick O’Connor was indicted for:

  •   Two counts of Assault in the Second Degree, Class D felonies;
  •   One count of Attempted Assault in the Second Degree, a Class E felony; and
  •   One count of Menacing in the Second Degree, a Class A misdemeanor.

    The minor was indicted for two counts of Assault in the Second Degree, Class D felonies.

On January 4, 2024, all three defendants were arraigned on the indictment by Acting Supreme Court Justice, the Honorable Karen Kerr.

Justice Kerr ordered James O’Connor held on $100,000 cash, $200,000 bond, or $500,000 partially secured bond during the pendency of the case, and he was ordered to surrender his passport. He is due back in court on January 23, 2024, and is being represented by Eric Besso, Esq.

Justice Kerr ordered Patrick O’Connor held on $100,000 cash, $200,000 bond, or $500,000 partially secured bond during the pendency of the case, and he was ordered to surrender his passport. He is due back in court on January 17, 2024, and is being represented by Emrah Artukmac, Esq.

Justice Kerr ordered the minor held on $100,000 cash, $200,000 bond, or $500,000 partially secured bond during the pendency of the case, and he was ordered to surrender his passport. He is due back in court on January 17, 2024, and is being represented by the Suffolk County Legal Aid Society.

This case is being prosecuted by Assistant District Attorneys Maria Troulakis and Jonathan Cappiello of the Major Crime Bureau, with investigative assistance from Detective John Caraccia of the Suffolk County Police Department’s First Squad.

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St. Charles and elected officials at the emergency room groundbreaking. Photo by Aidan Johnson

By Aidan Johnson

Port Jefferson’s St. Charles Hospital, a part of Catholic Health, held a ceremonial groundbreaking on Monday, July 24, for its upcoming emergency department expansion.

The expansion will be 4000 square feet, to include 10 more treatment bays, an expanded waiting room and additional nursing and changing stations, according to a Catholic Health press statement.

“The ED expansion will also include an ED-dedicated advanced diagnostic imaging room with a fully outfitted CT scan to decrease wait times and improve patient flow from the ED to the inpatient setting,” the statement said.

The project cost of $10 million was partially funded through a $4.2 million grant from the NYS Statewide Health Care Facility Transformation Program.

During the ceremony, hospital President James O’Connor thanked the people involved throughout the process, including local officials, the Catholic Health executive leadership, local first responder organizations and the architects.

“As many of you know, St. Charles was founded in 1907 by four sisters of the order of the Daughters of Wisdom, helping homeless children with disabilities,” O’Connor said during his speech. “Their mission continues … over 116 years later as we continue to help those in need.”

Construction will officially begin on July 31 and is expected to conclude before the end of summer 2024.

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Dominick Pernice. Photo from St. Catherine of Siena

Dominick Pernice, RT, MBA, has been named chief operating officer at Catholic Health’s St. Catherine of Siena Hospital (SCSH). For the past 13 years, Mr. Pernice has served as the administrative director of imaging services and cardiac catheterization at SCSH and St. Charles Hospital in Port Jefferson. 

In his new role, Mr. Pernice will oversee SCSH’s daily hospital operational and administrative functions; design and implement business strategies, plans and procedures; set comprehensive goals for performance and growth across all clinical services lines; and continue to ensure patient safety and patient satisfaction. 

“We are very fortunate to have Mr. Pernice as part of St. Catherine’s senior leadership team,” said James O’Connor, SCSH president. “Over Mr. Pernice’s long career at St. Catherine and St. Charles hospitals, he has proven his steadfast leadership, strategic planning and keen decision-making skills in addressing various operational issues. In addition, Mr. Pernice was instrumental in developing the imaging services at Ambulatory Care in Commack. As St. Catherine’s COO, Mr. Pernice will further enhance our hospital’s mission in providing the highest quality of care to our patients.”

Prior to joining Catholic Health, Mr. Pernice served as assistant director of radiology, supervisor of magnetic resonance imaging and ultrasound, evening imaging supervisor and radiologic technologist at Long Island Jewish Medical Center in New Hyde Park. Mr. Pernice earned his Master of Business Administration at C.W. Post University and is a Six Sigma Green Belt. 

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