New partnership brings opportunities to the uninsured
Mather Hospital’s Fortunato Breast Health Center has partnered with the Suffolk Cancer Services Program to provide free breast cancer screenings to individuals who qualify
A mask may help you from getting the flu – but get the flu shot anyway
A dangerous meeting of COVID-19 and influenza viruses this fall and winter may not be as bad as some had initially predicted due to safety protocols already in place, health experts say.
Harbor View rheumatologist’s challenging journey to new practice
Dr. Ahmed makes the move back to Long Island after practicing as a solo practitioner in Rochester, New York for 15 years.
New executive chef transforming hospital menu
Dominique Romain, Mather Hospital’s new executive chef, wants to bring a “fun, seasonal menu to the hospital.”
Nurse goes home after 64 days in hospital with COVID-19
Caregivers, co-workers, family and friends cheered as Mirna Richard, RN, 55 of Manorville, was discharged after spending 64 days as a COVID-19 patient.
Telemedicine helps healthcare providers during pandemic
When the COVID-19 pandemic made social distancing a necessity, Mather’s healthcare providers turned to telemedicine to keep in touch with their patients.
Family celebrates a special birthday by feeding Mather “heroes”
When Gabriella Amatuegwu’s 10th birthday was interrupted by COVID-19, her family decided to celebrate by providing the night shift with pizza.
Brandy Feliu, RN chosen for Australia health study tour
Brandy Feliu, RN, Assistant Vice President for Nursing Professional Development, was selected to participate in a two-week study tour with Epworth HealthCare in Melbourne, Australia. She is the only RN representing Northwell.
2 South renovation complete
Mather Hospital re-opened it’s 2 South Oncology Unit on March 2, 2020 after completing an extensive renovation, designed to provide an exceptional healing environment for patients.
2 South renovation complete
Mather Hospital completed an extensive renovation of its 2 South Oncology and Medical/Surgical Unit, designed to provide an exceptional healing environment for patients.