Jamaica Hospital Medical Center

03/02/2026

We're sharing this healthy and delicious lemon garlic shrimp and grits dinner, which only takes 20 minutes to prepare: https://ow.ly/TqVy50Yohup

02/28/2026

In this patient testimonial, Suraya Clemente recounts the care her father, Mohammed Rahman, received after he was taken to Jamaica Hospital Medical Center’s Emergency Room after experiencing a fall at home and was transferred to the ICU following a diagnosis of internal bleeding.
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Patient Mohammed Rahman was taken to Jamaica Hospital Medical Center’s Emergency Room after experiencing a fall at home. He was transferred to the ICU after he was diagnosed with internal bleeding. His daughter Suraya Clemente recounts the care he received. My dad, Mr. … Continue reading →

02/27/2026

Our cardiology team brought celebrating to a close by hosting a community event in our main lobby. They invited guests to participate in trivia games and receive fun prizes and educational materials on .

02/26/2026

Congratulations to our very own Dr. Alicia Knight-DeBrady, OB/GYN, on being named a NY Top Doc!!!

NY Top Docs reviews and awards physicians who meet high professional standards. Honorees are selected through a qualification and verification process. Education, board certification, training, years in practice, continuing education, publications, charitable work, and achievements are among the criteria considered for selection. Honorees must demonstrate a strong track record of providing quality care.

02/26/2026

National Eating Disorder Awareness Week (NEDAW) takes place February 23rd – March 1st.

Eating disorders are serious mental health conditions that can cause unhealthy relationships with how a person thinks about food, eating, weight, and how they see themselves.

Here are the types of eating disorders, their symptoms, how they are diagnosed and treated, and how you can raise awareness about eating disorders, challenge stigma, and provide hope and support to those impacted by these conditions this National Eating Disorders Week.
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02/25/2026

We commend Dr. Janice Ascencio and Dr. Diana Vazquez-Parker for serving on a medical mission to La Paz, Honduras.

The doctors ran a women's health clinic from February 15th to 21st, performing exams, ultrasounds, and minor procedures.

This was the inaugural trip for our global health rotation in women's health. Our team cared for over 465 patients.

We extend our gratitude to Dr. Ascencio and Dr. Vazquez-Parker for their humanitarian efforts, for broadening our mission, and for delivering compassionate healthcare well beyond the walls of our hospital.

02/24/2026

Life expectancy in NYC dropped to 78 years in 2020. Jamaica Hospital is joining NYC Health as a Champion to help ensure New Yorkers live longer, healthier lives and increase life expectancy to 83 years by 2030. Learn more: nyc.gov/healthynyc

02/23/2026

A powerful winter storm, a Nor’easter, has brought blizzard-like conditions and heavy snowfall to our area. When we get such large amounts of snow, a major concern when shoveling is how it can affect our health.

Heavy snowfall and cold temperatures have been associated with increased adverse cardiovascular events, such as “snow-shoveler’s ST-elevated myocardial infarction (STEMI).”

Here is what "snow-shoveler's STEMI is, who is at risk, and tips to help you shovel safely and reduce your risk of developing it.
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02/22/2026

Our outpatient services and clinic office hours may be affected by severe weather. Please visit our website www.jamaicahospital.org for updates.

02/20/2026

Many children get teased by siblings or friends at some point in their childhood. Teasing isn’t usually harmful when done in a mutual, friendly, and playful way. However, when teasing constantly turns hurtful and cruel, it becomes bullying.
Bullying is when peers intentionally use physical, verbal, or psychological ways to torment someone else, using a real or perceived power imbalance between the bully and the victim.
Here are the warning signs that your child may be getting bullied, ways for them to improve their situation, and ways parents can rebuild their child's confidence and help them get through this experience.
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02/19/2026

Thank you to the NYPD Jazz Band for an amazing performance at our nursing home! It was a wonderful musical experience for our residents and staff. 🎷🎷🎷

02/18/2026

Scars are a normal part of healing — but not all scars heal the same. Some become raised, painful, or just more visible than we expected. Here's how may improve these issues. https://ow.ly/uy2v50YhTH9