Episcopal Health Services

Episcopal Health Services St. John’s Episcopal Hospital is the only full service community hospital serving the Rockaways.

Congratulations to Thomas Meyer, Vice President of Facilities, Support Services and Emergency Preparedness at , for rec...
12/09/2025

Congratulations to Thomas Meyer, Vice President of Facilities, Support Services and Emergency Preparedness at , for receiving the Crain's Business Notable Leaders in Sustainability Award!

This award recognizes leaders that are transforming the sustainability landscape through design, policy, technology and community impact.

Congratulations again, Mr. Meyer, on this well-deserved recognition and thank you for your impact on in the Far Rockaway community and beyond!

As we get into the heart of cold and flu season, during , the team at urges you to get vaccinated! Getting vaccinated...
12/06/2025

As we get into the heart of cold and flu season, during , the team at urges you to get vaccinated! Getting vaccinated not only protects you, but it protects other around you, especially those at risk for severe illness, and preserves medical resources. Want to ? Speak with your EHS Primary Care Physician today or call 718-EHS-DOCS (347-3627) to schedule an appointment!

Earlier today, our team members and community came together to officially kick off the holiday season with the annual ...
12/05/2025

Earlier today, our team members and community came together to officially kick off the holiday season with the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony🎄! Attendees enjoyed some holiday tunes performed by the Beraca SDA Youth Choir and the Channel View School Concert Band 🎶and heard heartfelt messages from our Chief Executive Officer, our Director of Pastoral Care & Education, and one of our Pastoral Care Chaplain Residents - all leading up to the festive lighting of our Christmas Tree. From EHS to you and yours, we wish you a festive and joyful holiday season!

During , wants to remind you that proper prevents the spread of germs and illnesses. Especially as we enter the pea...
12/05/2025

During , wants to remind you that proper prevents the spread of germs and illnesses. Especially as we enter the peak of cold and flu season, let's remember these 5 easy handwashing steps - wet, lather, scrub, rinse and dry - as we strive to stay healthy so we can spend this with loved ones.

Are you ready to take control of your heart health? Our Community Hypertension Program will educate participants on high...
12/04/2025

Are you ready to take control of your heart health? Our Community Hypertension Program will educate participants on high blood pressure risks, encourage lifestyle changes, provide self-monitoring guidance and more! To learn more, call 718-869-7293 today!

From the family to yours, we wish a ! We are for our patients, team members, and community that we serve each and e...
11/27/2025

From the family to yours, we wish a ! We are for our patients, team members, and community that we serve each and every day. May this festive day be filled with joy and gratitude!

that New York State has a Cancer Services Program? This program provides breast, cervical and colon cancer screenings ...
11/26/2025

that New York State has a Cancer Services Program? This program provides breast, cervical and colon cancer screenings at NO COST to those who qualify. If you meet the criteria and want to learn more, call 718-869-5139 or 929-928-2039 today!

Yesterday, senior leaders, team members and Employee Health & Wellness were thrilled to cut the ribbon to commemorate ...
11/25/2025

Yesterday, senior leaders, team members and Employee Health & Wellness were thrilled to cut the ribbon to commemorate the grand opening of our Employee Health & Wellness Center. This new center will provide team members with a private, comfortable space to access a variety of services designed to support their overall wellness. This is a huge step in furthering our continued commitment to each team member's health and well-being. When our team members feel their best, they can do their best!

Congratulations to Ms. Sharika Gordon, Chief People Officer & SVP at on receiving the Senior Executive Award at NYR ...
11/24/2025

Congratulations to Ms. Sharika Gordon, Chief People Officer & SVP at on receiving the Senior Executive Award at NYR NAHSE's 32nd Annual Scholarship Gala! Thank you for your leading with grace, courage and a deep commitment to equity and excellence. You create meaningful opportunities for those in the community we serve and you are a trusted partner in our organization's person-centered care journey!

Congratulations to the orange cohort - our first graduates of the at 🧡! Yesterday, our senior leadership team, nurse...
11/21/2025

Congratulations to the orange cohort - our first graduates of the at 🧡! Yesterday, our senior leadership team, nurse leaders, and team members gathered to celebrate the incredible accomplishments of this inaugural cohort. Thank you to all of the speakers for sending these nurses off on their next chapter with words of reflection, encouragement and wisdom . Congratulations again to the residents on this incredible accomplishment! We look forward to seeing all of the amazing things you do and the incredible impact you make on the lives of the patients you serve 🩺.

was thrilled to host its event earlier this week, where attendees learned about our programs, watched a food demon...
11/21/2025

was thrilled to host its event earlier this week, where attendees learned about our programs, watched a food demonstration, and received free A1C screenings from our Population Health team.

Thank you To Dr. Vanesssa Nazario, Chief Social Impact Officer for leading attendees through an engaging discussion with Dr. Dheeraj Khurana, Chief of Cardiology, Dr. Karina Appel, Internal Medicine Physician, and Stephanie Cordaro, Registered Dietitian about healthy habits, links between Diabetes and Heart Disease and when to see the doctor.

To learn about our Diabetes Self-Management Education Program, call 718-869-7100. To schedule an appointment with an EHS primary care physician, call 718-EHS-DOCS (347-3627).

Congratulations to Jameela Yusuff, MD, MPH, MS, FACP, SVP & Chief Medical Officer at Episcopal Health Services, on being...
11/19/2025

Congratulations to Jameela Yusuff, MD, MPH, MS, FACP, SVP & Chief Medical Officer at Episcopal Health Services, on being named a 2025 Power Player in Health Care by PoliticsNY and amNY Metro. This recognition reflects her exceptional leadership and dedication to advancing patient care across our communities.

Read more about Dr. Yusuff and the full list of honorees:
https://politicsny.com/power-lists/2025-power-players-in-health-care/page/8/

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327 Beach 19th Street
Far Rockaway, NY
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Our Story

The story of St. John’s Episcopal Hospital is rich in history, dating back to the 1800’s.

OUR MISSION: St. John’s Episcopal Hospital in partnership with our community provides exceptional healthcare and education programs in an academic setting across the continuum of care. We deliver high quality, value-based services with cultural sensitivity to the faiths and traditions of those we serve.

OUR VISION: St. John’s Episcopal Hospital will build an effective coalition aimed at achieving improved community health status in a financially stable environment, with emphasis on serving the needs of our patients and families, while training the physicians and healthcare providers of tomorrow.

We invite you to read more about our history and the new changes coming to the hospital: