MidHudson Regional Hospital

05/22/2026

When every second matters, care matters more.

Across WMCHealth, patients and families find life-saving treatment, compassionate teams, and hope when they need it most.

Your support makes these moments possible.

Donate today: wmchealthgiving.org

05/16/2026

Join a welcoming, supportive group designed for adults living with diabetes. This FREE monthly session at MidHudson Regional Hospital provides education, shared experiences, and practical tools to help you better manage diabetes and feel supported along the way. Family members and friends are welcome to attend. For more information or to sign up, please call 845.483.5558.

05/15/2026

When a stroke happens, every minute matters. Yet many people don't know about the treatment that can make the biggest difference: a stroke thrombectomy.

Access to this treatment, and getting to the right hospital quickly, can change everything for a stroke patient's brain function. That's what World Stroke Thrombectomy Day is all about.

Watch as WMCHealth neuroendovascular surgeon Dr. Pankajavalli Ramakrishnan, MD, PhD explains what this procedure is, why it matters, and what MidHudson Regional Hospital is doing to make sure every patient gets the care they need.

Learn more about stroke care: https://www.wmchealth.org/service-line/neurosciences/stroke

05/10/2026

Celebrating Nursing Excellence at WMCHealth!

This Nurses Week, we are recognizing the extraordinary individuals and teams at each of our hospitals who embody what it means to deliver compassionate, patient-centered care, every day. This year’s Nursing Excellence Award honorees reflect the very best of our mission in action.

MidHudson Regional Hospital awardees:
💙 Friend of Nursing: Elizabeth Green
💙 Clinical Nurse Excellence: Sanela Dotoratos
💙 Nursing Team Excellence: Infusion/Cancer Center Nurses
💙 Nursing Leader: Danica St. Germain

From the quiet moments that bring comfort to patients and families, to the clinical expertise that drives outcomes, to the leadership that strengthens entire teams—each of these honorees demonstrates the power of nursing in a truly meaningful way.

👏 Join us in celebrating these outstanding colleagues, and stay tuned for more of our honorees as we continue our Nurses Week spotlights.

05/05/2026

Please help us welcome Daniel G. Nicastri, MD, our new Section Chief of Thoracic Surgery at WMCHealth.

Dr. Nicastri specializes in minimally invasive and robotic lung and esophageal surgery and is committed to expanding access to advanced, least-invasive options—close to home—for patients across the Hudson Valley.

Learn more: https://www.wmchealth.org/press-releases/westchester-medical-center-health-network-names-daniel-g-nicastri-md-section-chief-of-thoracic-surgery

05/05/2026

is proud to unveil its refurbished and expanded inpatient behavioral health unit at MidHudson Regional Hospital—advancing care across the Hudson Valley.

Supported by a $3 million investment from Dutchess County, the renovation expands inpatient capacity to 60 beds and adds features that promote comfort, privacy, and safety.

This investment advances our Behavioral Health Center of Excellence at MidHudson and helps ensure access to patient-first behavioral health services for the communities we serve.

Thank you to Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino, NYS Senator Rob Rolison, NYS Assemblymember Anil Beephan, Dutchess County Legislature Chair Yvette Valdés Smith, NY State Office of Mental Health Regional Director Theresa Brandow and Town of Poughkeepsie Supervisor Rebecca Edwards for joining us for the ribbon cutting.

Read the press release: https://bit.ly/4cR5A3r

04/29/2026

A powerful reminder of what rapid, expert care and advanced technology can achieve.

Recently, a patient arrived at MidHudson Regional Hospital experiencing a severe stroke, caused by a blockage in a critical artery at the base of the brain. The patient arrived being comatose, with devastating and life-threatening outcomes at risk.

Thanks to rapid coordination and advanced treatment, our Neurosciences team administered clot-busting medication. They also quickly and successfully removed the blockage with a TIGERTRIEVER™ 17, an adjustable stent-retriever designed for thrombectomy in acute ischemic stroke.

Consequences of brain damage from a stroke can result in difficulty or loss of:
• Awareness, level of consciousness, becoming comatose
• Processing sensory information like touch, taste, and temperature
• Ability to move one's arms and legs, expressive language, vision, and maintaining balance
• Handling auditory processing and memory storage
• Facilitating communication between brain areas
• Managing goal-oriented tasks

The result? A remarkable recovery. The patient went from being comatose on arrival to showing no measurable neurological deficits shortly after the procedure, even before being taken off breathing support.

This outcome reflects the skill, speed, precision, and teamwork of our clinical teams—and the life-changing impact it has for patients and families when every minute matters.

We’re also proud that this case marks the first patient enrolled at MidHudson Regional Hospital in the COGNITIVE Trial, an important step forward in bringing cutting-edge neurointerventional research to the Hudson Valley.

Moments like this highlight what’s possible when innovation, expertise, and compassion come together, delivering the highest level of care close to home. Meet the care team, which includes:
Foreground: Eric Feldstein, MD, research fellow, Haley Pantle, ICU PA, Anyssa Griffin, IR Tech, Dr. Ramakrishnan, NIR Attending, Angela Kroff, NIR NP, Aida Lauder, IR RN, Brendan Dooley, IR Tech.
Background: Ron Breau, IR tech, Otto Croshier, IR Tech, Gregory Wyche, ICU NP.

Remember the warning signs and BE FAST.
BEFAST is an acronym to help quickly recognize stroke symptoms: Balance, Eyes, Face, Arms, Speech, and Time, emphasizing immediate medical attention. Learn more: https://www.wmchealth.org/service-line/neurosciences/stroke

03/30/2026

03/27/2026

Lung cancer screening can save lives, but many people aren’t sure who qualifies or what to expect.

Join a free, brief online information session with GO2 for Lung Cancer to learn the essentials:
• Who should consider screening
• What happens during the exam
• Why early detection matters

These sessions are offered multiple times each week now through May 1, making it easy to attend from anywhere. Lung cancer screening is quick, painless, and designed to detect cancer early, when treatment is most effective.

RSVP to one or more sessions: https://bit.ly/4lbcAuC

03/26/2026

Wishing Sue Serino a smooth and speedy recovery 💙
If you or a loved one needs expert orthopedic care, we’re here to help every step of the way. From diagnosis to recovery, our team is committed to getting you back to doing what you love.
Learn more: https://www.wmchealth.org/service-line/orthopedics

Wrist Update: Adding a Little "Pop" of Purple!
I wanted to take a quick second to say a huge THANK YOU for the overwhelming outpour of well wishes, prayers, and kind messages over the last few days. You sure know how to make a gal feel loved while she’s on the mend!

Since I’m going to be rocking this look for a few weeks, I decided to lean into the "Executive Style" and went with a bright purple cast!
A massive shoutout to the dream team at Mid-Hudson Regional Hospital for taking such great care of me:
• Dr. Mangion: My wonderful orthopedist who did a fantastic job getting me all patched up.
• Elissa Chessari (Executive Director/COO) & Dr. Shankar Kurra (Chief Medical Officer): It was so lovely catching up with you both—though I’ll try to make our next visit a little less "medical!"

I couldn't leave without showing a little sugar-coated gratitude, so I dropped off some cookies for the incredible staff. They work so hard, and their attentive care truly makes all the difference.
I might be typing with one hand but my spirit is high and I'm already back working hard for Dutchess County.

02/09/2026

Thank you so much for the kind words and for sharing your experience at the 16th Annual Miles of Hope Marist Athletics Women’s Basketball Pink Game, Sue Serino!

We were honored to be part of such an inspiring afternoon at Marist. Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino's strength as a five-year survivor is exactly why we do what we do. We’re so glad the Teddy Bear Clinic could bring some smiles to the Hudson Valley community!