Staten Island University Hospital

01/02/2026

A very special first has arrived! ✨ Help us welcome Northwell's first baby of 2026, Rocky Cocchiarella. Born at 1:55 am at North Shore University Hospital, weighing in at 6lbs 13oz and 20 inches long, already stealing hearts and making history. 🍼

Bailey Perry (mom) and Dante Cocchiarella (dad) were thrilled to welcome their "New Year’s miracle.” Like her daughter, Perry was also born at NSUH, a coincidence she likened to the Lion King’s "circle of life," describing Rocky's birth as their "Lion King moment.”

Learn more about the first babies born across the health system on New Year’s Day: https://bit.ly/45xyGRa

12/30/2025

This milestone reflects continued progress in advancing comprehensive transplant services. Expanding access to pancreas transplantation brings new hope and options to patients across Long Island and beyond.

A major milestone for transplant care on Long Island.

Northwell Health has received approval to launch Long Island’s first adult pancreas transplant program—based at the Northwell Transplant Institute at North Shore University Hospital. This new program expands access to life-saving care for patients across greater New York and southern Connecticut.

With this addition, North Shore University Hospital becomes one of just 59 adult transplant centers nationwide offering heart, kidney, liver, lung and pancreas transplants under one roof—bringing highly coordinated, world-class care to those who need it most.

This program represents a meaningful step forward in improving access, outcomes and quality of life for transplant patients in our communities.

🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/3YgpPQ0

12/30/2025

Check out some of the memorable moments from our Northwell Cardiovascular Institute in 2025. Here’s to another year of caring for the most hearts in New York.

12/29/2025

Recovery after hip or knee replacement is more achievable than you may think.

Hear from Dr. Yevgeniy Korshunov, director of our total joint program and one of our orthopedic surgeons, as he explains how patients get back to moving, living, and feeling better after surgery.

🔗 Learn more about our orthopedic care here: https://bit.ly/3Y4LJWm

12/23/2025

When the season of giving comes full circle. ❤️

Our hospital partnered with the DiMartino family’s Lights for Life to celebrate Taisha Figueroa, a cherished environmental services team member of 25 years.

From a special visit to the Christmas House to Santa delivering gifts to her grandchildren, this Day of Surprises showed how our hospital community comes together to support one another, especially those who give so much to others.

🔗 Read more about this special day here: https://bit.ly/499jYRq

12/23/2025

'Tis the season for joy, light, and happiness. From our family to yours, we wish a very happy and healthy holiday season to all of the wonderful communities we are so proud to serve. ❤️✨

12/23/2025

ICYMI: We celebrated Winterfest with our amazing employees! ❄️

Festive goodies, fun raffles, and plenty of smiles made it a wonderful moment to pause, reconnect, and show appreciation for the people who make our hospital extraordinary every day.

From our home to yours, we’re wishing everyone a happy and healthy holiday season!

12/22/2025

’Tis the season of giving, and Ally & Hana are shining examples of just that ❤️

These incredible fourth graders raised $1,200 for the future Joseph Maffeo Pediatric Unit at Staten Island University Hospital, all by creating and selling hundreds of handmade bracelets.

Thank you, Ally and Hana, for using your talents to support our future pediatric patients!

12/20/2025

Always grateful to have the New York Islanders visit our little ones at Cohen Children's Medical Center! 💙

12/19/2025

🚨Cases of seasonal flu, RSV, and Covid, also known as the 'tripledemic', have jumped in the weeks after Thanksgiving and are expected to worsen as the peak holiday season approaches.

If you're wondering if there's still time to get vaccinated, our experts say: It’s not too late.

"This is the start of the flu season. The start of this viral season varies year to year, but the surge is something that we’re used to and we’ve managed over and over again. What you never know is when flu is on the upswing and when the peak is going to be. How long will that plateau last? We don’t know — but we’re fully prepared," said John D’Angelo, MD, Northwell’s president and CEO.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Yzm9Jc

12/19/2025

Did you know that men and women can experience different symptoms during a heart attack?

Dr. Alexander Iribarne, our Chair of Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery, breaks down the most common warning signs and the key differences between genders.

🔗 Learn more about The Lois & Richard Nictora Heart Institute here: https://bit.ly/4hskaze

12/19/2025

It's always the most wonderful time of the year at Cohen Children's Medical Center!

12/18/2025

"Together, we can execute trials with greater speed, size and scale. The potential for innovation in cellular therapies, precision medicine and new modalities is truly exceptional." — Richard Barakat, MD, physician-in-chief and executive director of the Northwell Cancer Institute.

12/18/2025

✂️ The brand-new Northwell Health Physician Partners Primary and Immediate Care Center in Dingmans Ferry marks Northwell's first facility in Pennsylvania—bringing convenient care to Pike County, increasing access to an area with limited medical resources.

Read more 👉 https://bit.ly/3MFpJ1O

12/18/2025

Santa came to town a little early, bringing joy and special gifts to our pediatric patients! 🎁✨

Huge thanks to the firefighters of Engine 155/Ladder 78 for carrying on the annual toy drive tradition started by the late Bobby Ryan, a former FDNY Lieutenant and life long Staten Island resident.

Bobby, who was once a patient in our burn center, created this toy drive to spread holiday cheer to young patients, and his legacy continues to brighten many lives each year.

12/17/2025

A sprinkle of holiday mischief has drifted into the Brian Halpin Pediatric Cancer Center this month! 💚

Meet EJ the Pediatric Elf, our tiny bundle of holiday magic and mischievous charm. From hanging upside-down to peeking around corners, he’s on a mission to spread smiles and joy all over the unit.

Make sure to keep your eyes peeled… you never know where he’ll pop up next! 👀

🔗 Learn more about our pediatric cancer center here: https://bit.ly/4953hYs

12/16/2025

Grateful to the New York City Fire Department (FDNY) for spreading holiday cheer and creating magical moments for our little patients this season! ✨

12/16/2025

Feeling under the weather? 🤧

Good news: our Rapid Virtual Care service is open 24/7 including holidays and ready to connect you with a doctor from the comfort of your couch. Get expert advice and peace of mind without even changing out of your PJs.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4pgSDn5

12/15/2025

On December 14, 2020, Dr. Sandra Lindsay, VP, public health advocacy, Northwell Health, became the first person in the U.S. to receive the COVID-19 vaccine outside of a clinical trial.

In an essay with TIME, she opens up about her personal and professional experiences during the pandemic, driving change through public health leadership and more. 👇

The COVID pandemic "taught me the importance of public health and hope," writes Sandra Lindsay.

12/15/2025

We had very special visitors stop by to decorate gingerbread houses with our pediatric cancer patients! 🍬

A huge thank-you to Eric Eremita and Wendell Holland from HGTV for hosting this “Home for the Holidays” event. Your kindness brought so much cheer, creativity, and joy to our hospital.

Special thanks as well to St. George Theatre for inviting Mrs. Claus and even hosting a special showing of the Christmas Show, making the day even more magical.

🔗 Read more about this event here: https://bit.ly/4iAlFvA

12/12/2025

Staten Island University Hospital has been named as a High Performing Hospital for Maternity Care by U.S. News & World Report for 2026!

This prestigious accolade is the highest designation awarded by U.S. News in its annual evaluation of maternity care, underscoring our dedication to delivering safe, supportive and evidence-based care to expectant mothers and their babies.

It also emphasizes our unwavering commitment to innovation, health equity and addressing key challenges in maternal health.

🔗 Learn more here: https://bit.ly/44lp2AO

12/10/2025

Check out one of our new renovated electrophysiology labs! 👏

12/09/2025

Recognizing excellence in maternity care. 🏆 Seven Northwell and Nuvance Health hospitals received top honors for safe deliveries, breastfeeding support, and low complication rates in the U.S. News and World Report's 2026 Best Hospitals rankings:

▪️Long Island Jewish Medical Center
▪️Staten Island University Hospital
▪️South Shore University Hospital
▪️Phelps Hospital
▪️Sharon Hospital
▪️Danbury Hospital
▪️Putnam Hospital

This is the highest designation awarded by U.S. News in its annual evaluation of maternity care, underscoring the hospitals’ dedication to promoting breastfeeding and mother-infant bonding, using advanced diagnostics, and addressing health equity. Our teams are setting new standards in maternal health—ensuring the best care for moms and babies.

🔗 Learn more: https://bit.ly/44lp2AO