Good Samaritan Hospital Suffern, NY

04/25/2026

The future of healthcare starts in our classrooms.

Richard Evans, MD, FACS, of WMCHealth’s Western Region and Assistant Professor at New York Medical College, is rethinking how we build the next generation of healthcare professionals. Featured on the Becker’s Healthcare Podcast, Dr. Evans shares how his “Mini Medical College” program is introducing high school students to real-world healthcare experiences—early enough to inspire lasting career paths.

What started in one school has expanded—through partnership with WMCHealth—to 10 high schools across New York and New Jersey, with a vision to grow nationally.

This is how we strengthen our workforce. This is how we invest in our communities.

🎧 Listen to the full interview here: https://apple.co/3Qrqmhk

Podcast Episode · Becker’s Healthcare Podcast · April 17 · 14m

04/15/2026

At Good Samaritan Hospital, exceptional care is made possible by extraordinary people.

At this year’s Spring Ball, we are proud to recognize:
• Mitchell C. Fraiman, MD, Chief of Urology, recipient of the Sister Joseph Rita Award for Medical Excellence
• The Critical Care Nursing Team, honored as CARE Champions
• Geanette Katz, Good Samaritan Hospital Foundation Board Member, recipient of the Harold J. Peterson Community Service Award

Their leadership, compassion, and commitment to our community reflect the very best of who we are. Join us on April 19 as we celebrate their impact. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit wmchealth.org/gshspringball.

04/10/2026

Join Dr. Andrew T. Pickens, Executive Director of ’s Western Region, alongside Dr. Mark E. Geller, President and CEO of Montefiore Nyack Hospital for an engaging luncheon conversation.

Hosted by the Rockland Business Association, this discussion will bring together two leading voices in healthcare to share insights on the future of patient care, the challenges and opportunities shaping healthcare across our region—and what lies ahead.

📅 Thursday, April 16
🕦 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Nyack Seaport
🎟️ Purchase tickets here: https://bit.ly/4t1LyZx

The Rockland Business Association invites you to join us for a special luncheon conversation with two leading voices in healthcare and regional medical leadership.: Dr. Andrew T. Pickens, MD, JD, MBA, FAAEM - Executive Director of WMC Health Western Region hospitals Dr. Mark E. Geller, MD, FACR, Pre...

04/08/2026

Proud moment for our team 💙

The Western Region AHA Training Center has been named an All-Star Training Center by the American Heart Association and recognized as the first group of Training Centers to earn this distinction.

This training prepares our teams to act quickly and confidently in emergencies, helping save lives when every second counts.

Thank you to the entire Nursing Professional Development team for your dedication and impact 👏

04/07/2026

Still proud. Still delivering exceptional care. 💙

Earlier this year, Good Samaritan Hospital was recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a High Performing Hospital for Maternity Care, and that distinction continues to reflect the outstanding care our team provides every single day.

From prenatal care through delivery and postpartum support, our entire team remains deeply committed to safe, compassionate, and high-quality care for every mother and newborn.

This recognition is not just an award; it reflects the trust our community places in us and the dedication our team brings to every family we serve.

We are incredibly proud of our Maternity Services team for continuing to raise the bar and making a meaningful difference in the lives of families across our region.

03/30/2026

03/28/2026

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

03/25/2026

🌸 Spring Is in the Air at Good Samaritan Hospital! 🌸

Join us for the 39th Annual Spring Ball on April 19 at Edgewood Country Club in River Vale, NJ. Enjoy an elegant evening of dinner, dancing, and a celebration of our distinguished supporters and honorees.

Every dollar raised directly supports Advanced Cardiac Services at Good Samaritan Hospital and the Good Samaritan Hospital Foundation, making a meaningful impact on patient care in our community.

🎟️ Tickets & sponsorships are available now—don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable evening.

More info: wmchealth.org/gshspringball

03/12/2026

We’re proud to share that Art Ditzel, System Director, Emergency Management & EMS Outreach recently spoke at the 2026 Association of Healthcare Emergency Preparedness Professionals (AHEPP) Annual Conference, one of the nation’s leading gatherings focused on healthcare emergency preparedness.

His presentation, “Concrete Scenarios Bring Exercises to Life,” highlighted how realistic, scenario-based training helps hospitals strengthen emergency readiness and better protect patients, staff, and the communities we serve.

We’re proud to see our team contributing to national conversations that help advance healthcare preparedness and resilience.

Congratulations, Art! 👏

03/04/2026

Peace of mind starts with a second opinion. Your health, your decision. Our guidance.

Before you head into the operating room, make sure you have all the facts. The WMCHealth Surgical Second Opinion Center (with locations at Westchester Medical Center and Good Samaritan Hospital) provides non-urgent consultations with top-tier experts to help you feel confident in your treatment plan.

Learn more at https://www.wmchealth.org/service-line/general-surgery/second-opinion-center

02/26/2026

While most of us were hunkered down at home during the blizzard, our hospital teams were hard at work, showing up, staying late, and doing whatever it took to care for our patients. ❄️💙

To our physicians, nurses, clinicians, support staff, facilities teams, and everyone behind the scenes: thank you for your unwavering dedication, compassion, and resilience. Your commitment, even in the harshest conditions, makes a difference every single day.

We are deeply grateful for all that you do.

02/25/2026

We are proud to celebrate a major milestone at Good Samaritan Hospital, part of the WMCHealth Network — completing our 500th WATCHMAN™ procedure, helping patients with atrial fibrillation reduce stroke risk without long-term blood thinners.

This achievement reflects the strength of a comprehensive cardiac program delivering advanced care close to home for Hudson Valley residents.

“This milestone speaks to the strength of our cardiovascular program and our ongoing commitment to bringing leading-edge therapies to the patients we serve,” said Dr. Gunjan Shukla. “It reflects a commitment not only to clinical excellence, but to continually expanding what is possible in heart care.”

Our team provides a full spectrum of services, including structural heart interventions (WATCHMAN™, MitraClip™, PFO closure, TAVR), comprehensive electrophysiology, open-heart surgery, and advanced coronary care. National recognitions include America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Coronary Intervention and Five-Star ratings for coronary interventional procedures for two consecutive years (2025-2026).

Since launching the program in 2021, more than 500 procedures have been performed with outstanding outcomes and complication rates well below the national average.

Congratulations to our entire cardiac team on this remarkable accomplishment!