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October 2017 Vol. 19 Issue 9
STORIES AND NEWS FROM THE HSS FAMILY
HSS Partners with LifeWings to Enhance Culture of Safety
Annual Engagement Day Celebrates HSS Culture of Excellence
of our extraordinary patient outcomes at
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HSS. We have implemented several programs
celebrate that, the annual Engagement Day took
ulture is one of the most important characteristics of HSS and one that really
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afety and quality are part of the foundation
defines who we are. A key ingredient to our
culture of excellence is engagement. To honor and
and events over the years dedicated to safety education, such as the annual Culture of Safety Day, Patient Safety Leadership Walk-rounds and the Good Catch of the Month Award to name a few.
place on September 12 in the Richard L. Menschel Steve Harden, Chairman and CEO of LifeWings Partners, addressed the crowd at our annual Culture of Safety Day event last October.
Education Center. The event was a success, with more than 1,700 members of the HSS family in attendance. Individuals
To further support and enhance our culture of safety,
encouraging HSS family members to speak up when
HSS entered into a partnership with LifeWings
they see a possible safety issue.
last year, and we are now gearing up to take that
In November, LifeWings consultants will return to
partnership to the next level.
activities including an engagement board where
HSS to work with us on our journey, beginning with
HSS family members were encouraged to finish the
In October 2016, we invited Steve Harden, who
a two-day retreat where HSS leadership will learn
speaks nationally and works with hospitals all
the critical details necessary to fully implement
over the world to help improve team dynamics and
such a transformational initiative. Following the
communication, to speak at our annual Culture of
retreat, patient safety training sessions will begin
Safety Day event. He discussed the importance of
for all members of our OR and perioperative staff.
high performing teams in keeping our patients safe.
These trainings will provide us with world-class
Steve is the Chairman and CEO of LifeWings and a former Air Force pilot. His company, LifeWings, is that has helped more than 140 healthcare organiza-
operations,” said Todd J. Albert, MD, Surgeon
tions implement the best safety practices from
in Chief and Medical Director, who is leading the
aviation and other high reliability industries. Steve
initiative. “Successful team training and an enhanced
has developed a national reputation for his insight and
safety culture will lead to a happier workplace, more
experience in helping healthcare institutions improve
efficient operations and fewer complications in our
their quality of care. This was the start of an ongoing
operating environment. It will lead to an HSS we
relationship between LifeWings and HSS.
will be even more proud to be a part of.”
Conversations with Steve reinforced the idea that to
Physicians from across the organization are
get even ‘better’ we have to actively work on improving
serving as champions of the LifeWings initiative,
our already great culture of safety. Since last October,
acknowledging its importance to HSS.
Steve and his team, including Colonel Korky von
Gregory A. Liguori, MD, Director of the Department
Kessel who will serve as our organization’s safety
of Anesthesiology, Anesthesiologist-in-Chief and
coach, have been back to HSS several times to work
LifeWings MD Champion, recognizes that, despite
on a strategic and transformational plan to achieve
our best-in-class patient care and outcomes, there
this. This includes training our high performing
is always room for improvement.
teams, standardizing and improving core processes
“HSS is an outstanding institution with a thriving
such as timeouts and handoffs, and addressing and
culture of excellence” said Dr. Liguori. “The physicians, nurses, staff and administration are the best of the best. Yet, despite that fact, every opportunity to improve must be embraced. Moving an organization from great to exceptional happens very rarely in
engagement and thoughtful feedback.
any industry. I am excited by the LifeWings initiative
will take place on November 17, followed by the Culture of Safety Survey from November 28 – December 8.
Some examples of answers included, “I’ve seen my opinions put into practice!,” “When an issue occurs it is rectified to the best possible solution” and “HSS is a great team!”
Employee Safety Team member Jon Cinkay (left) shared tips and best practices for staying safe at work with Patient Care Directors.
Additionally, representatives from Case Management, Central Sterile Processing, Employee Safety, Rehabilitation, Information Technology, Language Services, Service Excellence and Patient Access Services were on hand to educate those in attendance about exciting initiatives taking place across the organization. Occupational Health Services was also available to provide flu shots. The event kicked off our Gallup Engagement Survey, which is important to HSS, as it helps us to identify opportunities for continued improvement.
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from good to great is difficult. Moving an organization
improving thanks to your continuous This year, our annual Culture of Safety Day
sentence “I know my opinion counts because…”
to even further enhance our patient safety. “This initiative is critical to HSS’ culture and
Our culture of safety and quality is always
of excellence through several different interactive
teamwork, communication and coordination skills
a team of physicians, astronauts, nurses and pilots
Save the Date
were given the opportunity to experience our culture
because I believe our hospital is within striking distance of exceptional. Then, once we have achieved exceptional, there is only one thing left to do – get better still!”
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Health and Wellness Competition HSS Family Members Recognized
HSS Partners with LifeWings
Annual Engagement Day CONTINUED FROM COVER “Engagement is so important to HSS, and it is crucial
Thank you to all of the volunteers, including
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that all HSS family members are engaged,” said Bruce
Engagement Champions and departmental staff
Slawitsky, Senior Vice President, Human Resources
at tables who helped make Engagement Day so
Added Stephen Haskins, MD, Assistant Attending
and Service Excellence. “If we give our best every day,
successful. A special thanks to Emma Reuter,
stay committed to the HSS mission and contribute
Project Manager, Organizational Development,
to the success of the organization, we will continue
who coordinated and oversaw the event, as well
to succeed on our journey to ‘better.’ The Gallup
as Employee Engagement Committee members
Anesthesiologist and LifeWings MD Champion, “Although HSS has a strong track record when it comes to clinical excellence, there is always room for improvement. By engaging all staff and emphasizing the importance of inter-staff communication, the details that provide individualization of care will not be missed, thereby transferring this culture to our
survey is especially significant because the opinion
Dalia Abusharr, Brianne Aiken, Lili DeJesus,
of every single member of the HSS family is vitally
Caitlin Downey, Otis Gamboa, Mary Hargett,
important to our organization, and we would not be
Lauren Hee, Christopher James, Eden Kalman,
successful without each and every individual here.”
Pam Katkin, Inderpal Kohli, Melissa Medina,
new staff and hospital satellites.”
In addition to the event at the Main Hospital,
Robert G. Marx, MD, MSc, FRCSC, Attending
celebrations were also held for colleagues at the
Orthopedic Surgeon, agreed, stating, “The LifeWings initiative is so important because it shows that,
HSS regional locations. A night shift Engagement
Paola Monzon, Jessica Podell, Amanda Pupino, Carole Travers, Denise Williams, Arika Wright and Violet Yuen.
Event also took place for overnight staff.
although we already have high-performing teams and excellent patient care, we know that there is always room for improvement. We should never settle and should continue to educate ourselves and learn from experts to make HSS the best and safest place it can possibly be.” HSS’ culture of safety is a key aspect on our journey to ‘better’ and, with the help of LifeWings, we are on our way to increasing team dynamics and engagement and improving upon what we already know to be world-class patient care.
Making Rounds
Engagement Day attendees experienced several different interactive activities during the event.
At the HSS Paramus Outpatient Center, employees shared their thoughts on why their opinions count.
HSS family members had their names translated into Arabic, Russian and Chinese by the Language Services Department to help highlight some of the different languages our interpreters speak.
Colleagues at the HSS Long Island Outpatient Center enjoyed a meal together as part of the Engagement Day celebration.
News & Insights from Lou Shapiro, President and CEO
Access “Making Rounds” at www.hssmakingrounds.com to read the below posts and more. I look forward to your comments. – Lou Shapiro • Pride in Team HSS • Thank You for Sharing Your Opinion • External Validation of Better
Joint Commission Reporting Hospital for Special Surgery is committed to providing safe, quality care to all of its patients. In the event you have a concern regarding the safety or quality of care provided by the Hospital or the Laboratory, you may report these concerns to the Joint Commission. Please be assured that no retaliatory disciplinary action will be taken if an employee makes such a report. In addition, the Joint Commission has stated that your name will be treated as confidential information, and will not be shared with any other party. You may file your report in the following ways: 1. By email:
complaint@jointcommission.org
2. By fax:
Office of Quality Monitoring, 630-792-5636
3. By mail:
Office of Quality Monitoring The Joint Commission One Renaissance Boulevard Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
For fax and mail reports, submissions must be on a Quality Incident Report Form available on the Joint Commission website at www.jointcommission.org. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Executive Offices at x1236.
HSS Breaks Ground on East River Esplanade
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n October 2, members of the HSS family
gathered with local elected officials for
the East River Esplanade Groundbreaking
Ceremony. The event announced HSS’ commitment to help beautify the esplanade between 70th and 72nd Streets on the Upper East Side. As part of the project, we will re-pave, plant new greenery, install a water fountain and seating, and put up a sound barrier to make the area more enjoyable for local residents. “As part of our recent West Wing expansion, HSS was pleased to commit to upgrading the East River Esplanade,” said Lou Shapiro, President and CEO. “We are excited about enhancing this stretch of the Esplanade and continuing to work in partnership with our local elected officials, the New York City Parks Department, and other dedicated institutions and community members.”
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William Castro, Manhattan Borough Commissioner, NYC Parks; Jennifer Ratner, Founder, Friends of the East River Esplanade; Council Member Ben Kallos; Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney; Borough President Gale Brewer; and Lou Shapiro broke ground on the East River Esplanade in early October.
Health and Wellness Take Priority in Hospital-Wide Competition
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ver the summer, the Employee Wellness
impressive, the committee agreed and decided
Sabrina Esclavon, Office Manager, Development,
Committee once again challenged HSS
that two teams tied for the winning spot – Fitness
served as captain of Team DEVO, who also won
family members to “get in the game” with
Warriors and Team DEVO.
last year’s inaugural Create a Culture of Health
the Create a Culture of Health Competition. Teams
In October, a lunch celebration was held in the
Competition. “The competition brought us together.
who competed in the event, which ran from June 12
Richard L. Menschel Education Center for everyone
We made sure to meet up with each other and create
through July 17, were tasked with developing a
who participated in the competition. An additional
goals together. We don’t always interact with each
wellness initiative with specific goals and outcomes.
celebration took place at the HSS Long Island
other on a more personal level, but this allowed us
The initiative could focus on any aspect of wellness,
Outpatient Center for competition participants
to do so, which was a huge takeaway.”
such as healthy eating; fitness; finances; or spiritual,
from our regional location. Laura Jasphy, EdD,
Lillian Mendez, Senior Program Associate, Social
emotional and professional growth.
LCSW, Clinical Social Worker, Case Management
Work Programs, acted as team coach for the Fitness
More than 80 members of the HSS family partici-
Department, who organized the competition, spoke
Warriors. “We motivated each other. It was hard, of
pated in the competition across eight different
to those in attendance, congratulating them for
course, but we were committed to each other and
teams, including several teams of interdisciplinary
participating in the competition and putting a focus
we lifted each other up. The goal was to be better for
members. The wellness initiatives the teams designed
on their health. She also presented each winning
ourselves and our families. This changed us to be
included goals of eating healthier, taking the stairs
team member with a prize – a Magic Bullet blender
better and to know that we could do it!”
whenever possible, spending quality time with family
and ingredients to make healthy smoothies.
Congratulations to the winning teams and to
members, meditating and even reading more books. Each team submitted a video at the end of the competition highlighting their goals and outcomes.
“This competition has done a tremendous amount
everyone who participated in the competition,
to forge relationships and build a cohesive team
recognizing the importance of health and wellness
at HSS,” said Laura. “This demonstrates the height
in all facets of our lives. Stay tuned for details on the
Members of the Employee Wellness Committee met
of employee engagement at HSS. You are all role
next round of the competition from the Employee
to judge the entries and select the winners based on
models here and should all be proud.”
Wellness Committee in early 2018!
demonstration of peer support, innovation, use of goals and outcomes. While all of the entries were
Members of the winning teams also spoke about what this competition meant to them.
Members of the Fitness Warriors posed with their prizes at the luncheon on October 5. Back row (l-r): Priscilla Toral, Jillian Rose, Randy Rodriguez, Nadine Spring, Lillian Mendez and Rosalia Duarte; Front row (l-r): Steven Ortiz, Melissa Flores, Paola Viloria and Erin Treemarcki; Not pictured: Dariana Pichardo and Celeste Russell
Team DEVO members included (back row, l-r) Alexandra Wilson, Rachel Kramer, Linna Quigley, Eliza Borges, Charlotte Reardon, Katie Dearing, (front row, l-r) Ellen Verdibello, Katherine Gentile, Thimothan Manickawasgar, Sabrina Esclavon and Kaitlin Walter.
Carle-Marie Memnon Appointed President-Elect of NAHSE
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n September 26, Carle-Marie Memnon,
Chair, responsible for organizing educational and
FACHE, Senior Director, Education &
networking events surrounding career development,
Academic Affairs, was officially installed as
volunteering and more in support of NAHSE’s
the President-Elect of the New York Chapter of the
mission in the New York metropolitan area.
National Association of Health Services Executives
“The President-Elect role will allow me to leverage
(NAHSE) for 2017-2019.
the professional skills that I’ve developed throughout
Founded in 1968, NAHSE is a professional association
my career to advance NAHSE both locally and
of black healthcare executives that aims to promote
nationally,” said Carle-Marie. “I’m most excited to be
the advancement and development of healthcare
part of a board dedicated to working with healthcare
leaders and elevate the quality of healthcare services
leaders and practitioners, and to identify and serve
delivered to minority and underserved communities.
the needs of underserved communities, as well as
As a healthcare professional for approximately 20
network with professionals at various stages of their
years, Carle-Marie has served as a mentor to many
careers. This appointment ultimately provides me
around her and has been involved with NAHSE for
the opportunity to pay it forward.”
more than three years. During the past two years,
Congratulations to Carle-Marie on this well-deserved
she has served as the New York Chapter Program
honor!
Carle-Marie Memnon was installed as the President-Elect of the New York Chapter of the NAHSE at a ceremony at the Greater New York Hospital Association in late September.
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HSS Family Members Recognized During October
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National PA Week
National PT Month
members of the HSS family as part of national
October 6-12 marked National Physician Assistant
In honor of National Physical Therapy Month, we
recognition weeks and months. Thank you to all
(PA) Week. HSS has more than 170 PAs who serve as
celebrated the phenomenal teams within HSS
members of the HSS family for the amazing work
integral members of the interdisciplinary healthcare
Rehabilitation’s various treatment centers. With
you do every day to contribute to our ‘better’!
team and deliver both efficient and high quality
locations at the HSS main campus, various offsite
n October, HSS celebrated and honored many
NHIT Week October 2-6 was National Health Information
patient care. HSS recognizes and celebrates all of
locations in New York City and HSS regional locations
the PAs within our organization and the work that
in Westchester, Stamford and Paramus, our physical
they do each and every day.
therapists bring the HSS culture of outstanding
Technology (NHIT) Week, which is dedicated to
patient care to many different communities. HSS
creating awareness across the country on the
is proud to recognize our physical therapists for
value healthcare IT provides to organizations and
the amazing work they do and their dedication to
patients alike. HSS honored our IT staff who build
helping patients get back in the game.
and optimize the tools and infrastructure we use to help support our mission to providing the best possible patient outcomes. To celebrate, more than 350 HSS family members filled out postcards to IT colleagues thanking them for the work they do to make HSS better.
National Customer Service Week For the first time ever, HSS celebrated National Customer Service Week from October 2-6 to recognize colleagues who provide exceptional support to our patients and their loved ones.
National Medical Librarians Month
Physician Referral Service worked with 12 other
In October, HSS celebrated National Medical
departments across the organization to spotlight
Librarians Month. Since its founding in 1936, the
some of their frontline staff and highlight ways the
Kim Barrett Memorial Library at HSS has been a vital
departments are upholding the Ritz Carlton’s
in-house resource for residents, fellows and other
Customer Service Standards.
members of the Hospital’s faculty and staff. Medical librarians play a pivotal role in helping staff find and evaluate information resources, which encourage excellence in patient care, teaching, learning and
Case Management Week
research conducted by HSS.
HSS celebrated Case Management Week from October 8-14. Our talented case managers, social workers and resource staff work hard to provide outstanding patient care, from the preadmission staff who provide discharge planning assessments of patients before they come in for surgery, to the inpatient staff who coordinate the care patients receive during their hospital stay. Members of the Case Management Department had a table outside of the Richard L. Menschel Education Center during the week to share information and educate colleagues on all they do at HSS and also presented The Role of Case Management at Nursing Grand Rounds on October 17.
International Central Service Week HSS honored our central sterile processing (CSP) team during International Central Service Week from October 8-14. The CSP team, which includes the CSP equipment technicians working in the patient care areas, prides themselves on being engaged and compliant to regulatory standards for quality and patient safety in order to deliver the best service and products for patients who come to HSS. Central service professionals are an integral part of patient safety in hospitals all over the world, and we are thankful for our dedicated team here at HSS!
Compliance Helpline Reminder The Compliance Helpline is a service for employees who wish to anonymously or confidentially report suspected violations of the Hospital for Special Surgery’s Code of Conduct, officially stated policies or relevant public laws and regulations. This includes concerns about patient safety. The Helpline does not replace other resources available to you, including supervisors, managers and Human Resources staff, but it is an alternative channel available to you 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. It is operated on our behalf by National Helpline Services, Inc., an independent firm. The Compliance Helpline number is 888-651-6234. All information will be kept confidential unless the law requires it to be shared with law enforcement authorities. Hospital for Special Surgery policy forbids any retribution or retaliation against an employee who reports a compliance issue in good faith. If you have any questions or concerns, contact the Corporate Compliance office directly at x2398.
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“Day of Joy” Brings Smiles to Pediatric Patients
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n late September, The Joy In Childhood
to support partnerships with children’s hospitals,
Foundation, along with the New York Rangers’
food banks and nonprofit organizations. The
Ryan McDonagh and the New York Yankees’
Foundation designed the new gowns to feature
Tyler Austin, brought joy to our pediatric patients
fun and colorful depictions of superhero costumes
at the HSS Lerner Children’s Pavilion with a special
inspired by the courage and bravery of pediatric
delivery of superhero-themed Starlight Children’s
patients everywhere – and to remind kids that they
Foundation Brave Gowns during the “Day of Joy.”
are the real superheroes in our lives.
The Joy In Childhood Foundation, a charitable
Ryan and Tyler, along with HSS family members,
foundation supported by Dunkin’ Donuts and
patients, family and friends had a blast at the
Baskin-Robbins, provides the simple joys of
event, posing like superheroes while wearing
childhood to sick and hungry kids, raising funds
the new gowns.
Employee Safety Zone Sprains and Strains: How to Take Care of Yourself at Home Sprains and strains are the number one cause of injury here at HSS. Although an injury at work might appear to be an isolated incident, we know that faulty movement patterns are frequently the cause. If you are a person who bends from the waist at home, this habit will carry over to work. These patterns determine how we move, lift objects and find positions of comfort. So, what can you do to mitigate the risk of injury and stay healthy at work and home? • When lifting and carrying groceries, move from the hips and knees, not exclusively from the back. • When sitting, take note of your position. Try to sit with your back in a neutral position and against a surface that supports you. • When sweeping or vacuuming, use a lunging motion that enables you to use the power of your hips and knees.
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• When unloading the dishwasher, bend your knees and get as close to the object as possible. Living a pain-free life has several important components:
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An example of the best way to load your dishwasher at home
1. Be aware of your posture and how you carry your body with respect to tasks and activities. 2. Keep yourself strong with extra attention paid to your core. Good muscle strength is the greatest defense against joint pain. Do not underestimate how important it is in maintaining an active lifestyle. 3. Keep moving! There is a lot of sitting that goes on throughout our day – whether at our desks, in our cars or on the couch. Try to break up your day with standing/moving rest periods, and take a short walk at lunchtime. Take the stairs instead of the elevator. Your cardiovascular system, joints and overall mood will thank you. 4. Know your limits. If you’re 100 pounds, don’t try to move a piano. Be reasonable in your expectations of your body’s capabilities. 5. You are what you eat! A balanced diet will provide you with the energy you need to complete the tasks at hand. 6 Get plenty of rest. Studies show that the average person needs about 7-8 hours of sleep per day to be fully rested for the next day’s events. If you have questions about any of the above, contact an HSS physical therapist (PT) for a one-time Home Exercise Program. PTs are specialists in movement patterns and can return you to your optimal level of function. For any other question or additional tips, send us an email at EmployeeSafety@HSS.edu.
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Back in the Game
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SS’ online patient forum – Back in the Game – now has more than 1,800 patient stories! The postings share how HSS helped patients
get “back in the game.” Every month we will include one of the stories that highlights the extraordinary care members of the HSS family provide.
Read how HSS helped Brittany Wolf of West Caldwell, NJ get back in the game. Thank you from the bottom of my
Department of Anesthesiology’s History Commemorated in New Display he Department of Anesthesiology at HSS
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the impressive achievements of Nigel Sharrock, MB,
is a world leader in the practice of regional
ChB, and Thomas J.J. Blanck, MD, PhD, who both
anesthesiology and pain management for
served as Anesthesiologist-in-Chief during that time
orthopedics with a rich history. To celebrate this, a
period. The final installment will shed light on the
special team has been working on a three-part HSS
department from 2002-today and will be unveiled
Anesthesia History Archives project since January
in a few months.
2017. The first part of the series was unveiled on May 9,
Part II is currently on display on the eighth floor of
and the second part was unveiled on September 19.
the Main Hospital near the west elevators. Stop by
Part I of the series covered the first 100 years of
to learn a little bit about HSS’ history!
the anesthesia practice at HSS. The newly launched
Thank you to the HSS Anesthesia History Archives
Part II of the series covers the transitional years of
project team for sharing our history with the entire
1986-2001 for the anesthesia practice and highlights
HSS family.
heart, Dr. Sculco, for giving me my quality of life back and performing an incredibly successful total knee replacement on this unusually young patient. These past six years dealing with seven prior surgeries and regenerative stem cell procedures first due to injury, and then life-threatening infection as a complication from lupus, have been so hard on my physical and mental well-being. Now, I can finally start feeling and living like a real twenty-something. Thank you for not being afraid of my complicated case and my young age to give me this surgery, and going in with such confidence and compassion that is often hard to find. I am currently 3.5 months out of surgery and doing the unimaginable; fully functional, lifting weights, and now attending graduate school in New York City where before, I could barely make it up a set of steps or walk around the block. I’m honored to have been treated by the Surgeon-inChief Emeritus of this world renowned hospital and I am truly blessed. Cheers to a new life, a new knee,
Members of the HSS Anesthesia History Archives project team include (l-r) Mary Hargett, Lynne Calman, Dr. David B. Levine, Pamela Kerns, Randolph Hawke, Rie Goto, Joyce Thomas, Dr. Gregory Liguori, Bridget Jivanelli and George Go (not pictured). Dr. Nigel Sharrock (third from right) is also pictured.
and being pain free.
Employee of the Month September 2017 – Anna Ribaudo Congratulations to Anna, Employee of the Month for September! Anna is a Clinical Supervisor in the Rehabilitation Department at the HSS Integrative Care Center who has been a member of the HSS family since 2008. Her calm and compassionate demeanor makes her an invaluable asset to both her colleagues and patients. Anna is an exemplary role model for her superior customer service, active listening skills and strong work ethic. She is a go-to resource both clinically and administratively for colleagues and is always willing to give whatever it takes to get the job done. Anna is dependable and relentless in her pursuit to achieve the best outcome for her patients. Each day, Anna shows up to work with a smile and positive attitude. She has been described by colleagues as “the glue that keeps us together” and someone who “is there for you 110 percent.”
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New Medical Staff Ellen Casey, MD, CAQSM, FACSM Ellen Casey, MD, CAQSM, FACSM, is an Associate Attending Physiatrist at Hospital for Special Surgery in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) and the Women’s Sports Medicine Center. Her clinical practice focuses on the conservative treatment of acute sports medicine injuries and spine disorders. After earning her medical degree from University of Virginia School of Medicine, Dr. Casey completed a residency in PM&R and a fellowship in sports medicine at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago (RIC), where she was also Chief Resident. She served as the Co-Director of the Women’s Sports Program at RIC from 2010-2014 and the Co-Director of the Penn Center for the Female Athlete from 2016-2017. As a former collegiate gymnast, Dr. Casey has particular expertise in the female athlete, including the female athlete triad, stress fractures and physical activity during and after pregnancy. She aims to work with patients to optimize function, return to an active lifestyle and help prevent future injury. Dr. Casey is also actively involved in sports medicine research, including the underpinnings of sex and gender disparity in musculoskeletal injury.
Joseph C. Hung, MD Joseph C. Hung, MD, is an Assistant Attending Anesthesiologist at Hospital for Special Surgery specializing in pain management. He will be seeing patients at both the main campus and the HSS Stamford Outpatient Center. Dr. Hung attended medical school at Jefferson Medical College. He completed a residency in anesthesiology at Johns Hopkins and a fellowship in pain medicine through Harvard Medical School at the Massachusetts General Hospital. While at Johns Hopkins, Dr. Hung was distinguished as Chief Resident for demonstrating consistent excellence in clinical skills, teamwork and leadership. In addition to his MD, Dr. Hung has degrees in computer science and engineering, as well as biomedical informatics. As both a healthcare provider and computer engineer, Dr. Hung believes in using the most up-to-date technologies and medical evidence for patient care. His research interests include designing and optimizing clinical information systems.
Steven Joseph McAnany, MD Steven Joseph McAnany, MD, is an Assistant Attending Orthopedic Surgeon at Hospital for Special Surgery. His practice centers on the evaluation and treatment of degenerative spine conditions of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine, with special interests in minimally invasive surgery. After receiving his medical degree from Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Dr. McAnany completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Mount Sinai Hospital. He then completed fellowship training in spine surgery at Emory University Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. McAnany’s research interests include the cost-effectiveness analysis of spine surgery, including cervical disc replacements, discectomies, fusions and minimally invasive surgery. He is involved in the design of innovative surgical technology with an emphasis on developing implants and techniques to improve surgical fusion rates. Dr. McAnany is a member of the North American Spine Society and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, and is a reviewer for the Global Spine Journal.
Warren Young, MD Warren Young, MD, is an Assistant Attending Physician in the Primary Care Sports Medicine Department at Hospital for Special Surgery with a special interest in youth sports injuries, stress fractures and tendinopathies. He will primarily see patients at the new HSS Westchester location. After receiving his medical degree from the Warren Alpert Medical School at Brown University, Dr. Young completed an internship and residency in pediatrics at NewYork Presbyterian-Weill Cornell. He also completed a fellowship in sports medicine at Boston Children’s Hospital. Dr. Young previously served as the medical director for several high schools in New York City, including Friend Seminary and Xavier High School, and as a team physician for the New York City PSAL. He was also the head team physician at the NCAA Division I LIU Brooklyn Blackbirds, Concordia College, Baruch College and Yeshiva University. Additionally, Dr. Young works as an onsite physician at the US Open Tennis Championships, and has worked to provide medical coverage at the World Police and Fire Games, the Boston Marathon, the New York City Triathlon, Ironman Lake Placid, NY/NJ Ironman and World Team Tennis events. Dr. Young has lectured on topics including concussion in sports and the growth and development of youth tennis players.
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Milestones Research, Academic and External Activities • Zahava Lipton, MBA, MS, CPHQ, Senior Quality Analyst in the Department of Operational Excellence, presented a one hour presentation “Deciphering Data: Leveraging Statistical Tools to Understand the Meaning Behind the Numbers” at
“Hand Therapy Management of Patients with
DPT, SCS, USATF-L1; Jason Machowsky, RD,
Digit Widget External Fixation Systems”; Eugenia
CSSD, RCEP, CSCS; Jason Mayerhofer, PT, DPT,
Papadopoulos, OTD, OTR/L, CHT, presented
MSPT, MTC, CSCS, SFMA, USATF-1; Sarah
“3D Printing: Innovative Use of Technology for the
McLean, PT, MSPT, OCS; Andrea Minsky, PT, DPT
Hand Therapist”; and Wen-Yau Jennie Yen, PT,
OCS, ART, USAT-1; Jamie Osmak, CSCS, USATF,
DPT, CHT, CLT, presented “The Unstable Elbow.”
CGFI-1; Andrea Papson, PT, DPT, SCS, ATC,
• Sarah Andrus, PT, DPT, CMPT, OCS, CSCS,
NAHQ Next, the annual conference of the National
earned a certificate in manual physical therapy
Association for Healthcare Quality in Cincinnati,
from the North America Institute of Orthopaedic
OH to an audience of nearly 200 attendees.
Manual Therapy.
• Dordie Moriel, RN, MPA; Karla Felix, PhD; and Patricia Quinlan, PhD, MPA, RN, CPHQ, were published in The Journal of Research in Interprofessional Practice and Education (JRIPE). The study, Roles and Responsibilities: Asking Nurses and Physicians What They Know, Do Not Know and Want to Know About Each Others Profession, was made possible by a grant received from the HSS Academy of Medical Educators. The article can be found online at www.jripe.org.
Rehabilitation • HSS is a proud partner of Crutches 4 Kids, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing crutches and other mobility aids to kids in need around the world. We’re honored to be the Nobel Laureate sponsor in support of the second annual Crutches 4 Kids: 50 Million Reasons charity fundraiser. • At the ASHT 40th Annual Conference, Emily Altman, PT, DPT, CHT, OCS, CLT, presented
• The following clinicians received their Selective
CSCS; Cara Ann Senicola, PT, DPT, OCS, USATFL1, CYT; Scott Siverling, PT, DPT, OCS; Robert Turner, PT, OCS, MS, OM, PMA®-CPT; and Patrick Vignona, PT, MSPT, SCS, Cert MDT. • Members of the Rehabilitation team joined the
Functional Movement Assessment certifications:
NY Physical Therapy Association on the TODAY
Marlena Albanese, PT, DPT, SFMA; Kimberly
Show plaza to help drive awareness in the fight
Baptiste, PT, DPT, CCI; William Behrns, PT, DPT,
against the opioid epidemic and to promote
OCS, SFMA; Erin Corbo, PT, DPT, OCS, CKTP,
physical therapy as a safe, effective first option in
USATF-L1, SFMA; James Lee, PT, DPT, CSCS;
the management and reduction of long-term pain.
Travis Ng, PT, DPT, SFMA; Hanna Schlang, PT, DPT, CSCS; Tamara Scharf, PT, DPT, SFMA; and Cara Suter, PT, DPT, PMA®-CPT, SFMA. • Polly de Mille, RN, MA, RCEP, CSCS, USAT, and Leigh-Ann Plack, PT, DPT, co-directed Treating the Multisport & Endurance Athlete. HSS Rehabilitation faculty were: Lauren Alix Riccardi, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, SFMA; William Behrns, PT, DPT, OCS, SFMA; Tiffany Chag, MS, RD, CSCS; Erin Corbo,
Representing HSS Rehabilitation were: Samantha Antonietti, PT, DPT; Frances Baratta-Ziska, PT, DPT, MS, PCS, C/NDT; Robin Benick, PT, MA; JeMe Cioppa-Mosca, PT, MBA; Dan Gardner, PT, DPT, CSCS; Thea Hall, PT, DPT; Mary MurrayWeir, PT, MBA; Cathi O’Brien, PT, MBA; Robert Turner, PT, OCS, MS, OM, PMA®-CPT; Catherine Wysin, PT, DPT; and Emily Weiss, PT, DPT, CKTP. • Lynne Roberts, PT, DPT, ATC, and Tracey
PT, DPT, OCS, CKTP, USATF-L1, SFMA; Kara
Llewellyn, PT, DPT, gave a talk on OA and
Federowicz, ATC, CSCS, CPT, USAW-L1SP; Happy
Exercise to the participants of the Arthritis
Freedman; Pamela Geisel, MS, CSCS, CPT; Brian
Foundation Jingle Bell Run.
J. Goonan, PT, DPT, SFMA, ART; Jessica Hettler, PT, DPT, ATC, SCS, OCS, Cert MDT; Julie Khan, PT,
Welcome
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As part of our Adaptive Sports Academy at the HSS Lerner Children’s Pavilion, several of our pediatric patients were treated to a Mets game at Citi Field in late September. This special trip helped to celebrate all of the accomplishments that these patients have made this year and gain inspiration from the pros as the program begins the next season of activities. HSS family members who helped organize and support the different events this year were invited to celebrate alongside the kids.
Richardson, Petergayle Riley, James Rohan, Robert Ruiz, Aileen Sanchez, Ravi Seeraj, Natasha Sharma, Raishme N. Singh, Renee J. Slaw, Bernhard Springer,
Editor:
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Jacob Swanson, Daniel T. Taylor, Melissa Torres, Berit T. Tran, Cady Tronolone,
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