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Dr. Gizelka David-West Raises Awareness Of Gynecologic Cancers In The Office And On The Stage Dr. Gizelka David-West Raises Awareness Of Gynecologic Cancers In The Office And On The Stage
Dr. Gizelka David-West Raises Awareness Of Gynecologic Cancers In The Office And On The Stage Many medical students enter school thinking they’ll specialize in one thing only to change their minds as they learn more about other disciplines. That was true for Dr. Gizelka David-West, Northwell’s newest gynecologic oncologist, who “fell in love” with women’s health in medical school. Dr. David-West, who came to the U.S. from Nigeria as a child, is part of the Northwell Health Cancer Institute team of specialists at Northern Westchester and Phelps hospitals. Specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of gynecological cancers, she brings extensive clinical expertise in treating these ca…
NWH Names Dr. Alexis Grucela Director Of Institute for Robotic And Minimally Invasive Surgery NWH Names Dr. Alexis Grucela Director Of Institute for Robotic And Minimally Invasive Surgery
NWH Names Dr. Alexis Grucela Director Of Institute for Robotic And Minimally Invasive Surgery Northern Westchester Hospital has appointed Alexis Lorraine Grucela, MD, an accomplished colon and rectal surgeon, as director of its Institute for Robotic and Minimally Invasive Surgery (IRMIS). Dr. Grucela also serves as director of colorectal surgery at the hospital and practices at CareMount Medical in Westchester County. She is recognized as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor. Dr. Grucela is extensively trained and highly skilled at treating colon and rectal disease using minimally invasive colorectal surgery, including robotic and laparoscopic surgery as well as Robotic Transanal Surgery (R…
How The Birth Experience Has Been Transformed At NYP Hudson Valley How The Birth Experience Has Been Transformed At NYP Hudson Valley
How The Birth Experience Has Been Transformed At NYP Hudson Valley Q&A with OB-GYN Chief Dr. Tracy Bohn Hemmerdinger on the hospital’s Maternal & Newborn Care Unit and her vision for the future. Throughout her career, Dr. Tracy Bohn Hemmerdinger has been dedicated to enhancing care in the communities she serves. She recently joined the team at NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital as chief of obstetrics and gynecology, where she has seen an increase in the number of births at the hospital since it opened its newly renovated Maternal & Newborn Care Unit in January 2021. Dr. Hemmerdinger believes this is a result of women wanting a more pers…
Are You Ready To Consider Bariatric Surgery? Are You Ready To Consider Bariatric Surgery?
Are You Ready To Consider Bariatric Surgery? The team at Phelps Hospital, Northwell Health understands that weight loss is truly a journey, and that it can sometimes be a long and stressful one. We are committed to supporting you and helping you make the best choices along the way. Your doctor can help you determine whether weight loss surgery, also known as bariatric surgery, might be right for you. The goals of bariatric surgery are not only to lose weight and maintain weight loss, but also to help resolve or improve obesity-related diseases and decrease the risk of future disease (such as hypertension, type 2 diabetes, coronary art…
Are You Ready To Consider Bariatric Surgery? Are You Ready To Consider Bariatric Surgery?
Are You Ready To Consider Bariatric Surgery? The team at Phelps Hospital, Northwell Health understands that weight loss is truly a journey, and that it can sometimes be a long and stressful one. We are committed to supporting you and helping you make the best choices along the way. Your doctor can help you determine whether weight loss surgery, also known as bariatric surgery, might be right for you. The goals of bariatric surgery are not only to lose weight and maintain weight loss, but also to help resolve or improve obesity-related diseases and decrease the risk of future disease (such as hypertension, type 2 diabetes, coronary art…
Urgent Surgeries Are Minimally Invasive But Maximally Effective At NWH Urgent Surgeries Are Minimally Invasive But Maximally Effective At NWH
Urgent Surgeries Are Minimally Invasive But Maximally Effective At NWH Undergoing surgery can be a difficult and stressful process, even with proper preparation. So when patients need to have sudden, emergency procedures, the surgeons at Northern Westchester Hospital are trained to act quickly, yet thoughtfully. "My approach to surgery is to be as minimally invasive as possible," said Dr. Anna Aronova, an acute care surgeon at Northern Westchester Hospital. "I like to perform robotic surgery because it affords the patient an easier recovery, smaller incision, and less pain post-operatively." Although not appropriate for every case, minimally invasive, rob…
Minimum Pain, Maximum Results: The Benefits Of Robotic Surgery Minimum Pain, Maximum Results: The Benefits Of Robotic Surgery
Minimum Pain, Maximum Results: The Benefits Of Robotic Surgery A fit, physically active 76-year-old widower, Thomas Gordon always has been fascinated by technology and machinery. Primarily self-taught, the Saddle Brook, NJ, resident is retired from his own company, in which he installed machinery in factories that manufactured iconic snacks such as Oreo cookies, Ritz Crackers and Fig Newtons. The father of four and grandfather of seven enjoys working on and remodeling the homes of his children. In July 2018, he was helping install a new kitchen in the home of his youngest daughter, Kelly. “They were putting countertops in, and they were really heavy,” …
HVSG Explains What You Need To Know About Minimally Invasive Surgery HVSG Explains What You Need To Know About Minimally Invasive Surgery
Hvsg Explains What You Need To Know About Minimally Invasive Surgery When it comes to undergoing surgery, is opting for a minimally invasive procedure always best? According to Dr. Har Chi Lau, a surgeon at Hudson Valley Surgical Group in Sleepy Hollow, the answer is a bit more complicated than a simple "yes." Before making any surgical decisions, it's important to first understand what minimally invasive surgery is. "Minimally invasive surgery is performing an operation using cameras, smaller incisions and robotics, rather than using hands and an open surgery," said Lau. First pioneered in the 1980s, this approach has become increasingly common. Touting…
HSS Expert Explains Advances In Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery HSS Expert Explains Advances In Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
HSS Expert Explains Advances In Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Every now and again, I will see a patient in my office that had surgery for scoliosis in the 1970s and 1980s. As we talk about their spine, the conversation inevitably touches on their hospital course at the time of their surgery: several weeks in the hospital, a body cast, maybe some traction and months until they felt back to themselves. The stories are interesting because that hospital course is anachronistic today. What may be more interesting, however, is that advances in minimally invasive technology are increasingly making even the spine surgery experiences of a few years ago seem like…
New Robot Expands Surgical Services At Putnam Hospital Center New Robot Expands Surgical Services At Putnam Hospital Center
New Robot Expands Surgical Services At Putnam Hospital Center A new robot joined the surgical team at Putnam Hospital Center. The da Vinci Xi robot by Intuitive is the latest robot model at the hospital with such enhancements as a sharper three-dimensional visualization, a better range of motion and greater operative reach for the surgeon, according to hospital spokesperson Marcela Rojas. The Xi will also expand the types of robotics surgeries offered at Putnam Hospital Center. An earlier model of the da Vinci robotic surgical system was introduced at the hospital in 2012, ushering in a new era of minimally invasive procedures. Since then, about ei…
Bariatric Metabolic Surgery Restores Hope For Losing Weight And Even Resolving Diabetes Bariatric Metabolic Surgery Restores Hope For Losing Weight And Even Resolving Diabetes
Bariatric Metabolic Surgery Restores Hope For Losing Weight And Even Resolving Diabetes Is bariatric metabolic surgery for you? You’re significantly overweight. You also suffer from Type 2 Diabetes, cardiovascular disease, sleep apnea, osteoarthritis and cancer, which are associated with your obesity. Your weight is a health risk but neither diet nor exercise has helped you shed pounds. Bariatric and metabolic surgery will. Bariatric and metabolic surgery changes your digestive system to help you lose weight by limiting how much you can and want to eat, and reducing your body’s ability to absorb nutrients. It’s the most effective tool available to help you lose weight. If you…
Bariatric Metabolic Surgery Restores Hope For Losing Weight And Even Resolving Diabetes Bariatric Metabolic Surgery Restores Hope For Losing Weight And Even Resolving Diabetes
Bariatric Metabolic Surgery Restores Hope For Losing Weight And Even Resolving Diabetes Is bariatric metabolic surgery for you? You’re significantly overweight. You also suffer from Type 2 Diabetes, cardiovascular disease, sleep apnea, osteoarthritis and cancer, which are associated with your obesity. Your weight is a health risk but neither diet nor exercise has helped you shed pounds. Bariatric and metabolic surgery will. Bariatric and metabolic surgery changes your digestive system to help you lose weight by limiting how much you can and want to eat, and reducing your body’s ability to absorb nutrients. It’s the most effective tool available to help you lose weight. If you…
NWH: A Hospital That Wants To Keep You Out Of The Hospital NWH: A Hospital That Wants To Keep You Out Of The Hospital
NWH: A Hospital That Wants To Keep You Out Of The Hospital "Imagine a hospital that's doing everything in its power to keep you out of the hospital," said Joel Seligman, president and CEO of Northern Westchester Hospital.  While this goal may seem out of the ordinary -- and even a little counterintuitive -- for a successful hospital, NWH's commitment to healthcare means stepping beyond its doors and promoting health in wellness out in the community. This requires doctors, nurses and staff to bring their clinical expertise into the neighborhoods they serve, offering a wide array of health and wellness programs. "You’ll find us in the …
For Mother And Child: Northern Westchester Hospital Offers Twice The Care For Mother And Child: Northern Westchester Hospital Offers Twice The Care
For Mother And Child: Northern Westchester Hospital Offers Twice The Care Saving one life is an incredible feat, but safely ensuring the survival of two requires a different kind of expertise. When Gina was diagnosed with colon cancer just days after learning she was pregnant with her third child, she began the search for a doctor who would not only consider her own safety but also the wellbeing of her unborn baby. "Dr. Jerald Wishner and Northern Westchester Hospital saw me differently," said Gina. Using robotic assisted surgery, Wishner and his team were able to successfully treat Gina and protect her growing child. "We had to tailor our plan to make sure we had…
Hiatal Hernias: How To Get Rid Of What You Didn’t See Coming Hiatal Hernias: How To Get Rid Of What You Didn’t See Coming
Hiatal Hernias: How To Get Rid Of What You Didn’t See Coming When surgery is necessary to treat a hiatal hernia, a robot-assisted procedure is a minimally invasive option. We asked Dr. Rohan, Phelps Hospital Northwell Health’s Westchester Regional Director of the Thoracic Surgery Program, to give us the 411 on hiatal hernias. Dr. Rohan specializes in minimally invasive chest surgery, which includes lung surgery, esophageal surgery, anti-reflux surgery and hernia surgery, among others. Here is what he had to say: Q: What is a hiatal hernia? Dr. Rohan: A hernia occurs when an organ squeezes through a weak area in muscle or tissue that surrounds the or…
NWH's Da Vinci Surgery Offers Unparalleled Kidney Care NWH's Da Vinci Surgery Offers Unparalleled Kidney Care
NWH's Da Vinci Surgery Offers Unparalleled Kidney Care MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- For those who need surgery to treat dangerous kidney tumors and cancers, receiving life-changing care shouldn't have to mean extended hospital stays followed by weeks of recovery before returning to daily routines. Thanks to the innovative robot-assisted surgeries available at Northern Westchester Hospital, it doesn't have to. "We use the da Vinci Robotic System to treat kidney tumors and kidney cancers," said Dr. Bromberg, chief of Urology at Northern Westchester Hospital. "We perform many of these surgeries on a regular basis. One of the beauties of robo…
Valley Tackles Pelvic Floor Issues With Addition Of New Doctor Valley Tackles Pelvic Floor Issues With Addition Of New Doctor
Valley Tackles Pelvic Floor Issues With Addition Of New Doctor PARAMUS, N.J. -- Pelvic floor weakness is a prevalent problem, affecting roughly 25 percent of women. Thankfully for Bergen residents suffering from this incredibly personal disorder, Valley Medical Group continues to be at the forefront of treatment. Urinary incontinence or leaking is one of the most common symptoms of pelvic floor weakness. Dr. Christina Saiz, medical director of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery (urogynecology) for Valley Medical Group, wants women to know that there are many treatment options available. “Despite how common it is, women often don’t fee…
Northern Westchester Hospital Helps Skier Return To Slopes Northern Westchester Hospital Helps Skier Return To Slopes
Northern Westchester Hospital Helps Skier Return To Slopes MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- From skiing and hiking to mountain biking and organized sports, Scott was used to living an active lifestyle. However, after a lingering high school sport injury gradually reduced his knee's mobility, he decided that giving up his hobbies just wasn't an option. "Following a high school athletic injury, the right half of my right knee degraded and I did not want to limp though my golden years," he said. "I asked Dr. Karas to perform the [replacement] surgery at Northern Westchester Hospital based on a positive prior experience."  An expert in partial …