Lenox Hill Hospital

11/19/2025

11/18/2025

Congratulations to Ali Imran Musani, MD, FCCP, who has been appointed division chief of pulmonary and sleep medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital and director of interventional pulmonology for Northwell Health's metro market!

Dr. Musani brings nearly three decades of clinical, academic and research experience in pulmonary medicine.

🔗Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4nnL6RG

A prominent researcher and educator, Dr. Musani will also serve as director of interventional pulmonology for Northwell's metro, Westchester and Connecticut markets.

11/17/2025

A NICU reunion 33 years in the making!

Back in 1992, as part of a quintuplet delivery, Cecilia Vaquerano's 2 daughters who were born at 27 and a half weeks spent 3 months in the NICU here at Lenox Hill Hospital.

Three years after the birth, the Vaquerano's moved to Florida where Michelle and Samantha have grown up to be a nurse practitioner and speech pathologist. Recently on a trip back to New York, they reunited with Jean Rodd, RN, NRSG, who helped care for Michelle and Samantha back in 1992 and who is still caring for our NICU babies here at Lenox Hill today in 2025.

We are so happy to hear that the Vaquerano's have grown up to become such strong women and have seen successful careers in the medical field!

11/13/2025

Congratulations to Thomas Romo III, MD for being honored by American College of Surgeons for his volunteer work dedicated to treating children with facial deformities!

Dr. Romo is the director of facial plastic and reconstructive surgery here at Lenox Hill Hospital and Manhattan Eye Ear & Throat Hospital and has led efforts to bring kids in need from the U.S. and around the world to New York City to receive free, comprehensive, high-quality reconstructive surgery.

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The Lenox Hill reconstructive surgeon received the 2025 ACS/Pfizer Volunteerism Award for altruism, leadership and advocacy for children in need.

11/10/2025

Putting off hernia surgery can cause unnecessary pain and even be dangerous. The good news — care is easier than ever.

Dr. Malcher, a hernia repair specialist and past president of the American Hernia Society, is very familiar with the problem that is treated thousands of times each year at Northwell’s 28 hospitals and in more than 1.5 million surgeries in the United States annually.

🔗Learn more here: https://bit.ly/47UH0vV

Worried about a hernia? Abdominal surgeon Flavio Malcher, MD, breaks down the symptoms, causes and how hernia repair options are simpler than you think.

11/07/2025

Most people hit adulthood with a full set of teeth — between 28 and 32, depending, on the status of their wisdom teeth. But by the age of 44, more than two-thirds of Americans will have lost at least one tooth.

Hunter Martin, MD, DDS, FACS Program director, oral and maxillofacial surgery at Northwell Health here in Manhattan weighs in on the benefits and risks of dental implants.

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Dental implants can treat a variety of oral and periodontal diseases. Here's what you need to know about the benefits and risks of using them.

11/06/2025

One in eight women will be diagnosed with in her lifetime. The good news is that tools like mammography can detect the disease early — when it’s most treatable — and help save lives.

Learn how we’re supporting women and promoting early detection: https://bit.ly/3ieVSZh

11/06/2025

Taking a stroll here in Manhattan and had to stop and take a look at some the updated views! 👀

11/05/2025

Dr. Paul Lee takes us behind the scenes of a robotic lung cancer surgery 👇

11/04/2025

Big News 🎉 We're thrilled to announce Launette Woolforde, EdD, DNP, as Northwell's new executive vice president and chief nursing officer (CNO).

Dr. Woolforde will oversee more than 22,000 nurses throughout the health system. The veteran nurse leader has advanced nursing practice, education and research over the course of a 32-year career, the last two decades at Northwell.

"Dr. Launette Woolforde has been an exceptional and respected leader at Northwell for many years, bringing deep institutional knowledge and a thoughtful, forward-looking perspective to her new role as chief nursing officer," said John D’Angelo, MD, Northwell’s president and CEO.

🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/3X7GRz5

11/04/2025

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month and more than 226,000 Americans will receive a new lung cancer diagnosis in 2025, according to an American Cancer Society estimate.

Suhail Raoof, MD, chief of pulmonary, critical care and sleep medicine here at Lenox Hill Hospital along with Alain Borczuk, MD, Paul C. Lee MD and Nagashree Seetharamu, MD MBBS explain five areas they're prioritizing when it comes to lung cancer screening and prevention.

🔗Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3IEZ4QV

11/04/2025

Introducing MyNorthwell—a new, smarter way to manage your health. With seamless appointment management, easy access to test results and more, our redesigned digital experience empowers you to stay on top of your care, all in one place.

Discover what’s new: https://bit.ly/4hl1BNc

11/03/2025

Say hello to our state-of-the-art orthopedics facility in the heart of Hudson Yards. We're making it easier for New Yorkers to access the trusted care of Northwell’s nationally recognized orthopedic program — right here in Manhattan.

Whether you’re recovering from a sports injury, fighting joint pain, or preparing for surgery, our expert orthopedists deliver personalized, comprehensive treatment for every bone, joint, and muscle condition.

🔗Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3W6FT5B

11/01/2025

Last year, Eric Fredrikson crossed the finish line of the for the 33rd consecutive time — just months after learning he had a large kidney tumor, diagnosed in July.

With the expert care and unwavering support of Dr. Lee Richstone and Dr. Shaheer Khan, Eric not only completed his race — he did so cancer-free and with Dr. Richstone cheering him on from the sidelines.

Fast forward to today, we’re proud to share that Eric is running again in 2025 — his 34th consecutive , and most importantly, his 2nd cancer-free run in as many years.

Here’s to another incredible finish for Eric and ALL the runners in this year’s Marathon!

🔗Learn more about Eric's story here: https://bit.ly/3Wx9q8T

10/31/2025

A very Happy Halloween from our little ones at Cohen Children's Medical Center! 🎃

10/31/2025

As public trust in healthcare faces new challenges, leadership has never mattered more.

In our episode of 20-Minute Health Talk, John D'Angelo, MD, FACEP, newly appointed President and CEO of Northwell Health, joins Chethan Sathya, MD, for a raw conversation about what it means to lead in medicine’s challenging moment.

🎧 Listen here: https://bit.ly/4qxyxGB

10/31/2025

Curious what's brewing at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research this spooky season? 🔬🎃 Scientists, Naveen Jayaprakash and Nicole Carpentiere, gathered popular Halloween candies, combined them with a special "zombie solution," and used powerful microscopes to reveal what these sugary treats look like up close.

Microscopy is an incredibly powerful tool, whether our researchers are discovering the mysteries of Halloween treats or using these advanced instruments to unravel the complex structures of the human vagus nerve.

It might be tricky, but can you guess which are Jelly Bellies, Airheads, or perhaps something else? Answers in the comments ⬇️

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

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from the Lenox Hill NICU!

Each year, our incredible team crafts handmade costumes for our tiniest warriors—mermaids, penguins, turtles, Minnie Mouse, Olaf and more. These costumes give our little patients their first unofficial dress-up and bring a touch of normalcy for families navigating a detour before the bigger trick-or-treat nights ahead. 🎃👻

10/31/2025

Special delivery 🎃🐾 Therapy dogs, Clifford, Lily and Eros, are on a mission to bring smiles, healing, and a whole lot of pawsitivity this Halloween to our patients and staff members.

10/30/2025

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10/29/2025

👀 ? Meds-to-Beds through Vivo Health Pharmacy, part of Northwell, offers medication delivery right to your bedside before you go home—so it's one less stop on your road to recovery.

💊 Check with your Pharmacy Benefit Manager to see if Vivo Health Pharmacy is in network. Please note, you are able to choose any pharmacy for discharge and refill prescriptions. Your pharmacy can contact Vivo Pharmacy and request a transfer for further refills.

🔗Learn more here: https://www.vivohealthpharmacy.com/

10/29/2025

Flu season is approaching, and getting vaccinated is the best way to protect yourself and your loved ones. ⬇️

10/29/2025

After losing several family members to cancer, these three resilient women took a proactive approach for their futures.

Inheriting the BRCA1 gene mutation, all three women—aunt Teresa, mother Janet and daughter Emma—had undergone double mastectomies (Janet and Emma had preventive mastectomies, Teresa had breast and ovarian cancer) and received breast reconstructive surgery from Mark Smith, MD, at Northwell Health's Friedman Center for Breast and Lymphatic Surgery.

Their journey showcases the significant advancements in cancer care, from a time of limited options to today's era of proactive genetic testing, preventive surgeries and advanced reconstructive techniques.

It's a powerful reminder of the importance of knowing your family history and the hope that modern medicine offers.

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10/29/2025

When Tanya learned she had breast cancer, our Katz Women's Surgical Center experts went above and beyond to arrange her care. 🩷

Learn more about her journey: https://bit.ly/434iohw