Center for Community Health at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital

08/05/2025

Dr. Shannon Bennett, associate director of the Center for Youth Mental Health at , recently joined ABC7NY to discuss the growing use of AI for therapy. She talked about the ways it can be helpful, the risks, and why the technology needs guardrails to keep people safe. Click to watch the full interview and learn more: http://bit.ly/4nWjxR2

Columbia University Irving Medical Center, Weill Cornell Medicine

Dr. Shannon Bennett from the Center for Youth Mental Health at New York-Presbyterian joins Mornings @ 10 to discuss AI and mental health.Check out more Eyewi...

08/04/2025

Regular exercise, a nutritious diet, and a healthy sleep routine can help reduce your risk of dementia as you age. By adjusting your habits today, you can enjoy a healthier brain tomorrow. Listen to neurologist Dr. Sonja Blum on our podcast for more tips to protect your brain health: http://nyphosp.co/4mqNfMn

Columbia University Irving Medical Center, Weill Cornell Medicine

07/30/2025

NewYork-Presbyterian is proud to once again be named one of the best hospitals in the nation and a top hospital in by U.S. News and World Report.

We’re honored to be recognized as the only hospital in the nation to rank in the top 15 in 14 of 15 specialties. also has 12 specialties ranked in the top 10, leading all New York City hospitals, and was newly named a Best Regional Hospital for Community Access for providing excellent care to underserved communities.

Learn more about our commitment to delivering the highest quality, most compassionate care to our patients and improving the health of the communities we serve: https://nyphosp.co/4ffGvi7

Columbia University Irving Medical Center, Weill Cornell Medicine

07/19/2025

As the official presenting sponsor of David Wright’s retirement weekend, NewYork-Presbyterian welcomed the New York Mets legend to , where we celebrated this amazing milestone, dedicating Room Number 5 in our Pediatric Unit in honor of the Mets retiring his Number 5.

David visited our pediatric patients and staff, and signed and gifted his jersey to the hospital. “Having the opportunity to talk some baseball with the kids, sign some autographs, and have room number five here at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens dedicated to my number five uniform, it’s a really cool honor.”

Join us in congratulating David and thanking him for all he’s done both on and off the field by dropping a comment with your favorite David Wright memory.

07/18/2025

Emergency department visits for tick bites are at their highest levels this summer since 2019, according to the CDC.

In the Northeast, black-legged, lone star, and American dog ticks are active and capable of transmitting serious illnesses, including Lyme disease, ehrlichiosis, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and a red meat allergy known as Alpha-gal syndrome.

Learn more from two experts on how to prevent tick bites and when to see a doctor:

07/17/2025

Born with half a heart, a rare condition known as hypoplastic left heart syndrome, Jack Foley underwent three open-heart surgeries before the age of three to re-engineer the way his heart pumps blood. Now 14, he returned to of Children’s Hospital of New York, where he has been receiving care since birth, for his first procedure in over 11 years.

The routine cardiac catheterization was to check how well Jack’s heart is working with the special surgical setup that helps blood flow properly in people born with only one functioning heart chamber, known as Fontan circulation.

According to Dr. Christopher Petit, pediatric interventional cardiologist, Jack’s results were outstanding. “That’s a testament to how well Jack takes care of himself—he’s active, athletic, and really engaged in his health.”

Jack is already back to playing hockey and baseball. “Jack lives his life the way he would with or without this condition,” shared his mother, Lauren Foley. “He doesn’t let it define him.”

Leave a ♥️ to join us in celebrating Jack’s resilience and click here to learn more about our world-renowned cardiovascular care: https://nyphosp.co/44UGb3N

Columbia University Irving Medical Center, Weill Cornell Medicine

07/11/2025

Patricia Brown is a mom of two, a farm worker, and a lifelong fitness enthusiast who competes in extreme obstacle course races. But eight years ago, a minor injury led to tests that uncovered a diagnosis she never expected: scoliosis.

As her condition progressed over the years, Patricia, 65, pushed through daily excruciating pain and numbness in her back and legs. “I thought I was standing straight,” she said, “but people told me I was completely crooked.” Eventually, the curve in her lumbar spine progressed to 65 degrees and caused a visible lump on her back.

After several doctors advised against surgery, Patricia was referred to Dr. Zeeshan Sardar, an orthopedic spine surgeon at . “He was confident he could help me,” she said. “And I just felt I had the right doctor and the right hospital.”

Patricia’s surgery required careful planning to straighten her spine. Using robotics to map out exactly where each screw should go, Dr. Sardar placed three rods and multiple screws with precision. The team also used intraoperative CT scanning and real-time imaging to ensure accuracy throughout the procedure. But the technology was only one part of the equation. “We focus on optimizing everything before surgery—nutrition, medical conditions, bone health, and pain—so when the patient comes to surgery, they’re at their best,” said Dr. Sardar. “That way, the outcome can be the best.”

After surgery, Patricia was walking within days. When she returned home to Pennsylvania, her sons welcomed her back like a superhero. “They expected to see Superwoman walk through the door—and that’s exactly what they got,” she said. “They had a mom back, a happy mom.”

Now pain-free, Patricia is building her strength and endurance back up and set her sights on running a 5K race. “I’ve got my life back,” she said.

Click to learn how is always in pursuit of a better way to heal the spine: http://nyphosp.co/4esNRhQ

Columbia University Irving Medical Center, Weill Cornell Medicine

07/08/2025

In a first for NewYork-Presbyterian, a multidisciplinary team at performed a triple organ transplant involving a heart, lungs, and liver — a rare procedure that saved the life of 50-year-old patient Nadine Davis.

Nadine had been living with pulmonary arterial hypertension since 2012 when she turned to cardiologist Dr. Jennifer Haythe, director of the adult pulmonary hypertension program at , for care. Nadine’s condition eventually progressed to end-stage lung and end-stage heart disease, which caused advanced liver disease.

“We had never done a triple organ transplant here at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia that involved a heart,” says Dr. Haythe, recalling the moment she realized this complex surgery was the only way to save Nadine’s life.

“Very few triple organ transplants have been done in the country, as well as in the world,” said Dr. Tomoaki Kato, chief of the Division of Abdominal Organ Transplant and Hepatobiliary Surgery at . “It has to be a perfect heart, perfect lung, and perfect liver to make this happen,” he says.

Nadine was admitted to await transplant in March 2024. And when the opportunity for transplant became available in April 2024, Nadine had complete trust in her care team: “Going into surgery, I did not have any fear,” she says.

The heart and lungs were transplanted first by Dr. Koji Takeda, surgical director for adult heart transplant, and Dr. Philippe Lemaitre, surgical director of the lung transplant program, followed by the liver, led by Dr. Kato.

The surgery lasted 14 hours. “All together, the procedure went really flawlessly,” Dr. Kato says.

“This is a massive team effort. It’s like an orchestra, and when it works, it’s beautiful,” says Dr. Haythe.

Learn more about Nadine’s story and this important advance in transplant care at : https://nyphosp.co/3GETZHg.

Columbia University Irving Medical Center, Weill Cornell Medicine

07/07/2025

Some of the most common health issues affecting women today can be prevented or managed with routine screenings, timely interventions, and lifestyle changes.

By understanding personal risk factors and going for regular checkups, women can help protect their health at every age. Click here to learn more: https://nyphosp.co/3IdlNDb.



Columbia University Irving Medical Center, Weill Cornell Medicine

07/04/2025

NewYork-Presbyterian wishes you and your loved ones a safe, happy, and healthy ! 🎇

Columbia University Irving Medical Center, Weill Cornell Medicine

07/03/2025

Summer is in full swing, and the NICU babies at Children’s Hospital of New York at are bringing the sunshine!

Parents of our NICU babies recently enjoyed a special moment with their little ones during a summer-themed photo shoot. For many families, it was a bright spot in their NICU journey.

“Seeing Sharon dressed up was one of the best days of my life,” said mom Shanny Rodriguez. “Seeing her so colorful and happy brought us happiness and hope.”

Drop a ☀️ below to help celebrate our tiniest patients and thank our incredible NICU teams at for creating heartwarming memories for families.

07/02/2025

We are proud to announce that NewYork-Presbyterian The One, a new center for advanced care in with world-class doctors from Columbia, will open in September.

Now booking appointments and located in White Plains, The One will provide exceptional, comprehensive care for adults and children spanning more than 90 specialties and subspecialties, including cardiovascular care, men's health, women's health, children's health, neurosciences, and oncology care.

"With the opening of NewYork-Presbyterian The One, we are transforming the way care is delivered in Westchester, offering easy access to leading specialists from Columbia and the latest advances in care in one convenient location," said President and CEO Dr. Steven J. Corwin.

"This amazing facility is a true testament to our partnership with Columbia and the city of White Plains," added Paul J. Dunphey, senior vice president and chief operating officer of and president of , at the ribbon-cutting on June 24. "We are pleased to open this incredible resource for our community and beyond."

Learn more about how we are delivering exceptional care and an unmatched patient experience close to home in : http://nyphosp.co/3ZZRAxw

Columbia University Irving Medical Center, Weill Cornell Medicine