Staten Island University Hospital

09/05/2025

For this nurse, caring for others runs in the family. 🩺

Meet Kacey Fleming, whose grandmother, Marianne DiStefano, served as Senior Director of Patient Care Services here at SIUH.

Marianne’s remarkable career (over 30 years!) inspired a new generation, and today, that same passion lives on through Kacey, continuing a legacy of compassion, leadership, and care.

09/03/2025

Join Dr. Basile and Dr. Caputo as they dive into their journey in emergency medicine and the impact that goes beyond the hospital walls.

From training future ER docs to supporting the community, Dr. Caputo shares it all, including how SIUH is sponsoring a flag football team for kids with special needs, a program that he started last year.

🔗 Watch the full Healthwish episodes on our YouTube here: https://bit.ly/4nacuDj

09/02/2025

Join us in raising awareness and improving our overall vascular health with a walk for PAD awareness!

One in every 20 Americans suffers from Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD), a condition that raises the risk of heart attack or stroke. PAD often causes pain when walking short distances, but sometimes it shows no symptoms at all.

At SIUH, our vascular clinicians work together to provide a wide range of medical and surgical treatments for PAD. We are constantly focused on providing the latest evidence-based therapies to improve the lives of our patients.

🔗 Space is limited! Register for this event here: https://bit.ly/4fNicbJ

08/29/2025

After losing 100 pounds in just one year, Melinda Santana reflects on her bariatric surgery calling it the “best decision of her life”.

By her side every step of the way was Dr. Christopher Esposito, a Minimally Invasive Bariatric and General Surgeon here at SIUH.

We’re beyond proud of you, Melinda! Your strength is an inspiration to anyone ready to rewrite their story.

Learn more about the Comprehensive Weight Loss Center at SIUH here: https://bit.ly/4oxwgtV

08/27/2025

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08/25/2025

Congratulations to Staten Island's own Dr. Joseph Basile on his appointment as Vice President and Deputy Hospital President here at SIUH! 👏

Dr. Basile brings over a decade of clinical leadership, operational expertise, and an unwavering commitment to community health.

In his new role, he’ll be leading hospital operations, advancing strategic initiatives, and fostering collaboration to elevate care across the board.

🔗 Read more here:

A lifelong Staten Islander, Dr. Basile will oversee the hospital operations and drive strategic initiatives.

08/21/2025

The Widow’s Sons Cornerstones NYC chapter, part of the Freemason Fraternal Association, generously donated $10,000 to support pediatric cancer care at the Brian Halpin Cancer Center at SIUH.

Their gift will help fuel care, comfort, and hope for young patients and families at our state-of-the-art Florina Cancer Center. We’re incredibly grateful for their generosity and commitment to brighter futures for our youngest patients.

🔗 Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/40UhseO

08/19/2025

ICYMI: Celebrity fitness trainer, Mark Jenkins, stopped by SIUH Prince’s Bay for an interactive wellness event focused on the eight pillars of wellness.

Team members got inspired, learned how to level up their overall well-being, and even got a firsthand look at some of Mark’s go-to workouts!

08/18/2025

Congratulations to Dr. Tucker Woods, DO, FHELA, on his appointment as Associate Chair of the Emergency Department at SIUH!

In this vital role, he’ll lead the way in transforming emergency care by enhancing access, quality, and innovation for the Staten Island community.

🔗 Learn more here:

The veteran leader in emergency and addiction medicine brings decades of clinical expertise, health equity advocacy and national program innovation to Staten Island.

08/15/2025

🏥 We’re raising health in Suffolk, with 35+ specialties including neurosurgery, heart surgery, trauma, and women & infant care.

Explore care near you: https://bit.ly/4h3R7kF

08/14/2025

We are proud to be the first medical center in the U.S. to perform surgery using the newly FDA-approved BioHealx® A**l Fistula Device!

performed by colorectal experts Dr. Poppy Addison and Dr. Giovanni Bonomo, director of colorectal surgery, this will bring new hope to patients facing complex and often painful a**l fistulas.

🔗 Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/4lior8m

08/13/2025

Take a quick tour of the new Gruppuso Family Women and Newborn Center at SIUH with Dr. Blau and Dr. Rahman. Check it out below!

08/13/2025

Take a peek inside the all-new Gruppuso Family Women and Newborn Center, a space designed for life’s most unforgettable moments.

Join Dr. Blau, Chair of Pediatrics, and Dr. Rahman, Neonatologist and Director of the Newborn Nursery, as they walk you through everything the new building has to offer, including modern labor and private postpartum suites designed for comfort and care.

🔗 Learn more about this facility here: https://bit.ly/4kluSrL

08/13/2025

Thank you CBS Mornings for sharing this amazing story out of Lenox Hill Hospital!

08/13/2025

When babies are fed breast milk, they receive nutrients specifically made to support their growth and development. Beyond being the best source of nourishment for infants, breastfeeding also offers important health benefits for mothers.

For , discover the advantages of breast milk and how mothers can prepare for success: https://bit.ly/2xyWs2x

08/11/2025

Open for business. 🏥 Big shoutout to the cardiac team at Northwell Greenwich Village Hospital on performing its first case in the newly renovated catheterization lab. 👏🫀

08/08/2025

🤰📢 Calling all new moms and moms-to-be—did you know Northwell offers 100% virtual lactation support? 📱

Getting into the breastfeeding groove can be overwhelming at times. Your Northwell nurses and lactation team are here to help you succeed.

🔗 Learn more: https://bit.ly/4iw1YVf

08/07/2025

Always remember to hydrate to help beat the heat. Steven Ouzounian, MD, Medical Director of Quality at Peconic Bay Medical Center - Northwell Health provides some helpful tips to stay safe during the dog days of summer. ☀️

🔗 Learn more: https://bit.ly/4mhWmip

08/06/2025

We treat minor sprains, chest pains, even smart, little brains. But we can all agree, gunshot injuries shouldn’t be something we have to treat.

Learn more: northwell.edu/lock-guns

08/05/2025

🎉 We are excited to announce that 5 of our emergency departments have been honored with the 2025 Lantern Award by the ENA (Emergency Nurses Association), a prestigious national recognition for excellence in emergency nursing.

The recipients include Huntington Hospital, Lenox Hill Hospital, Northwell Greenwich Village Hospital, Staten Island University Hospital North and Staten Island University Hospital Prince’s Bay.

“Earning five Lantern Awards in one cycle is a remarkable achievement and a clear reflection of the outstanding care and culture we strive to create at Northwell,” said Maureen White, RN, chief nursing officer of Northwell. “Our emergency nurses are the backbone of high-quality, responsive care in moments when patients need it most."

🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/4lWosQM

08/04/2025

Exciting news. 🔬 The FDA has approved SetPoint Medical's vagus nerve stimulation device for rheumatoid arthritis.

Developed from decades of research by Kevin J. Tracey, MD, president and CEO of The Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, the device offers a novel, drug-free approach and hope for patients living with rheumatoid arthritis. This milestone marks a significant step forward in the field of bioelectronic medicine, and a new dawn of treatment options for more than 1.5 million people suffering from rheumatoid arthritis.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3GT9Xhr

08/04/2025

Shoutout to our friends in the West Village at Northwell Greenwich Village Hospital! Their new In Patient Unit and Cath Lab not only look amazing, they're game changing! 👀

08/01/2025

Developed from decades of pioneering research by Kevin J. Tracey, MD, president and CEO of The Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, the FDA's approval of the first vagus nerve device marks a major victory.

Read the The New York Times piece to learn what this means for patients living with rheumatoid arthritis, the field of bioelectronic medicine and beyond. ⬇️

The device stimulates the vagus nerve, signaling the body to tamp down the inflammation that contributes to the disease.