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June 2019 Vol. 21 Issue 6
STORIES AND NEWS FROM THE HSS FAMILY
HSS Serves as Presenting Sponsor of the Walk to Cure Arthritis
Sharing Our Knowledge and Expertise in Ghana his spring, five members of the HSS family
presenting sponsor of the Walk to Cure
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Arthritis, which took place at the Intrepid Sea,
Turner, Manager, PT-Joint Mobility; Kat Mach,
his year, HSS once again served as the
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Air & Space Museum on June 2. As a world leader in
traveled to FOCOS Hospital in Accra, Ghana to provide education and teach best practices
to hospital staff. The trip was attended by Bob Advanced Clinician, 75th St PT Practice; Anna
rheumatology, Team HSS was strongly represented
Larkin, CN I; Althea Cansino, CN I; and Emmanuel
at the event, with around 600 HSS family members,
Baiden, CST III, Central Sterile Supply. This service
patients and friends participating.
trip was part of the longstanding relationship
At the walk, Peggy Crow, MD, Physician-in-Chief
between HSS and FOCOS.
and Chair of the Department of Medicine, was
FOCOS is a non-profit organization that was
recognized as the Medical Honoree for her
established in 1998 by Oheneba Boachie-Adjei, MD,
leadership and achievements in the national
Chief Emeritus of the Scoliosis Service at HSS. The
and international rheumatology communities.
mission of FOCOS is to provide comprehensive,
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affordable orthopedic and spine care to underserved communities in Ghana and throughout West Africa.
The HSS team stands with Dr. Oheneba Boachie-Adjei outside FOCOS Hospital.
In April 2012, FOCOS opened an orthopedic hospital to further their mission of providing comprehensive orthopedic services including diagnostics, imaging
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Nurse Residency Program Achieves Accreditation
National Hospital Week
36th Tribute Dinner
Nurse Residency Program Achieves Accreditation from ANCC
CONTINUED FROM COVER “HSS has a relentless focus on improving diagnosis
It is inspiring to see so many HSS family members
and treatment of patients with arthritis and other
supporting an important cause, our patients and
he Nurse Residency Program at HSS recently
rheumatic and musculoskeletal conditions through
one another!
achieved Practice Transition Accreditation
research and innovation,” said Dr. Crow. “While there
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from the American Nurses Credentialing
Center (ANCC). The Practice Transition Accreditation
have been significant advances in science throughout my career, there are many areas of unmet need that
Program (PTAP)™ is a voluntary review process that
demand continued investigation. HSS is leading
validates hospital residency programs that prepare
research studies to define the key mechanisms that
registered nurses (RNs) for new practice settings
result in autoimmune rheumatic and musculoskeletal
that meet rigorous, evidence-based standards for
diseases. We also participate in multi-center translational and clinical studies to define the
quality and excellence. Established in 2008, the HSS Nurse Residency Program has been a leader in the field with best practices for transitioning new nurses to bedside while supporting professional development of
molecules and cells that represent therapeutic targets. Our ultimate goal is to define treatments that will improve the health and quality of life for patients affected by musculoskeletal conditions.”
nursing personnel. Nurses in accredited transition
HSS raised more than $60,000 from generous
programs experience curricula that promote the
donations and cupcake sales leading up to the
acquisition of knowledge, skills and professional
walk, which were run by the Employee Activities
behaviors necessary to deliver safe, high-quality care.
Committee. Thank you to everyone who donated,
“ANCC accreditation assures our nurse residents that HSS offers an elevated transition program with a clear course of instruction and reliable evaluation methods,” said Jennifer O’Neill, DNP, APN, NEA-BC, Senior Vice President, Patient Care Services and Chief Nursing Officer. “With ANCC Accreditation, our transitioning nurses gain the skills and confidence needed to perform effectively within a new practice setting.” ANCC’s standards are a powerful international benchmark that allow organizations to self-assess and identify ways to strengthen their practice transition programs. “Our exemplary and dedicated nursing staff play an integral role in delivering the best patient care to ensure the best outcomes,” said Lou Shapiro, President and CEO. “This ANCC honor of distinction reaffirms our commitment to nursing excellence and our focus on recruiting and retaining the highest quality staff.”
Making Rounds 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 • Leading NY, NJ and CT • More Than 2,000 Years of Service • Recognizing Our Support • One Story. One HSS. • Holiday Weekend Reflections
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HSS Serves as Presenting Sponsor of the Walk to Cure Arthritis
volunteered their time and participated in the walk.
Sharing Our Knowledge and Expertise in Ghana CONTINUED FROM COVER and laboratory, outpatient consultation and surgical
The service trips to FOCOS are not only beneficial
HSS and LimaCorporate Break Ground on New 3D Printing Facility
care in Africa. In July 2014, an official partnership
to the clinicians in Ghana, but also to the HSS
between HSS and FOCOS began.
experts who attend. It provides them with an
Over the years, there have been several service
opportunity to observe and learn from clinicians
trips to Ghana where HSS family members shared
in a completely different environment from HSS
expert knowledge and served as mentors to staff
and allows them to share their vast knowledge
at FOCOS. Similar to trips in the past, our nursing,
and expertise. This directly supports the HSS
rehab and central sterile team members observed
Roadmap to 2025, as we have a responsibility to
their counterparts and helped educate on best
serve as the most trusted source of musculoskeletal
practices. They also followed up on what had been
expertise. It also provides a chance for HSS family
taught to the FOCOS staff during previous visits.
members and FOCOS staff to develop longstanding
first time a company is bringing 3D printing of
relationships that they would not otherwise have
implants directly to a hospital organization.
In addition, Bob and Kat, who are both members of the HSS Rehabilitation Department, created
had the chance to form.
n late May, we officially broke ground on the
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HSS and LimaCorporate 3D printing facility.
Once opened, this will be the first provider-based
additive manufacturing 3D printing facility for custom
complex implants. This collaboration will mark the
At HSS, we are already providing best-in-class
“I have formed wonderful relationships with the
diagnosis and treatment for the most challenging
class. This was the first time a two-day course
clinicians in the physical therapy department and
cases in joint reconstruction, and conducting
was given at FOCOS and was a great opportunity
the medical staff at FOCOS,” said Bob. “The HSS
leading-edge research on the causes, prevention
to provide education and share best practices.
relationship allows us to take our best practices to
and treatment of implant failure. Patients are often
Courses including “Treating the Hypomobile Spine”
Ghana and build a work culture that parallels what
referred to HSS by practitioners from around the
and “Fracture Rehabilitation” were attended by
we do here at home. Our trips do not end when we
world because of the difficulty of their cases and
FOCOS PT staff, as well as clinicians from the
get home. It is our responsibility as visitors to
require the expertise that only we can deliver.
surrounding area. FOCOS staff and other clinicians
continue remotely to assist in the growth and
This collaboration will dramatically increase the
who attended the course were extremely thankful
expansion of FOCOS. I feel blessed to have had
availability and speed of personalized care for patients with complex orthopedic conditions.
and delivered a two-day professional education
that they had the opportunity to learn from HSS
these opportunities and look forward to a fruitful
experts. The feedback our team received was
relationship with my Ghanaian family.”
extremely positive. The staff at FOCOS appreciated
Thank you to everyone involved in building and
2020, patients will be able to be scanned on-site and
our observations and recommendations on how
maintaining our relationship with FOCOS Hospital
their custom implant will be created just for them in
they can continue to improve and grow their
in Ghana, and a special thank you to all who
the lab. Having Lima’s advanced manufacturing
efficiency and effectiveness.
attended the service trip this spring.
technology right here on campus will allow us to
Once the new facility opens and is fully operational in
treat our patients more effectively. This personalized treatment and excellence in patient care is what sets HSS apart. “This milestone supports a priority on the HSS Strategic Roadmap to 2025: to advance innovation of new products and solutions in the life sciences, devices and care delivery,” said Lou Shapiro, President and CEO. “HSS is an organization that strives for excellence in everything we do, and this collaboration is no exception.”
Bob Turner presented during a two-day professional education class.
Oheneba Boachie-Adjei, MD, addressed those in attendance.
Dr. Robert Hotchkiss, Lou Shapiro and Luigi Ferrari, CEO of LimaCorporate, took part in the groundbreaking ceremony.
The HSS team that traveled to Ghana included Anna Larkin, Althea Cansino, Bob Turner, Emmanuel Baiden and Kat Mach.
Kat Mach and Bob Turner pose with members of the FOCOS Hospital team.
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HSS Family Recognized During National Hospital Week n May 21, HSS celebrated National Hospital
“At HSS, National Hospital Week is a time to
few, we focused on building a musculoskeletal
Week with an ice cream social across all of
celebrate every member of the HSS family for
ecosystem and expanding our geographic footprint,
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our locations. HSS family members were
contributing and serving as a leader,” said Lou
and are looking forward to opening several new
Shapiro, President and CEO. “Although this is
locations on the West Side, in Brooklyn, Hudson
appreciate colleagues for making HSS so special.
something we do every day at HSS, Hospital Week
Yards and Florida in the upcoming months.
National Hospital Week is a week dedicated to
provides us with an opportunity to take a step back
All of these accomplishments and more were made
thanking and recognizing all hospital workers for
and really appreciate what we have accomplished
possible because of the leadership of every single
their contributions. This includes 16.5 million
and what we are working toward in the future.”
member of the HSS family. Thank you, all, for your
individuals across the country working to support
We have countless accomplishments to be proud of
leadership and your continued dedication to making
the health and well-being of their communities
over the past year as we continue on our journey to
HSS the amazing place it is today!
through hard work and dedication.
‘better’ across the entire organization. To name just a
treated to delicious ice cream and a chance to
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Dr. Deland Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award at 36th Tribute Dinner
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Emeritus of the Foot and Ankle Service and
now and for decades to come. The event, which was
Research in Foot and Ankle Surgery, as well as the
held at the American Museum of Natural History,
Director of Quality and Innovation for the Foot and
raised more than $4.3 million.
Ankle Service.
This year’s gala was hosted by Al Roker, weatherman
“Dr. Deland’s devotion to patient care and steadfast
and co-host of NBC’s Today Show and CEO of Al
commitment to advancing the science and
Roker Entertainment. During the event, we honored
techniques to improve surgical treatment of foot and
n June 3, HSS hosted the 36th Tribute Dinner to support our mission of improving
Attending Orthopedic Surgeon. Dr. Deland
the mobility and quality of life for people
also serves as the Jonathan T. Deland Chair for
Steve Tisch, Academy Award-winning producer,
ankle conditions are living proof of the mission of
partner at Escape Artists Productions and Chairman
HSS,” said Todd J. Albert, MD, Surgeon-in-Chief and
& Co-Owner for the New York Football Giants.
Medical Director. “His foot and ankle registry, the
“We are delighted to commemorate the
Rose Registry, is the largest in the nation supporting
extraordinary successes of Steve Tisch who has
clinical studies and national publications that have,
excelled in various disciplines of business, media
and will continue to, enhance foot and ankle care for
and entertainment,” said Lou Shapiro, President
patients in years to come.”
and CEO. “Through his entrepreneurial spirit, artful
During the gala, a touching video was shown paying
storytelling and purposeful philanthropy, Steve
tribute to Dr. Deland and the excellent care he has
inspires others to meet the greatest challenges
provided over the years featuring former patients,
with courage and perseverance.”
family members and colleagues. Congratulations,
The 2019 Lifetime Achievement Award was
Dr. Deland, on being recognized for your outstanding
presented to Jonathan T. Deland, MD, Chief
contributions to HSS.
Al Roker hosted the event.
Lou Shapiro posed with John Mara, President, CEO and Co-Owner of the New York Giants; Saquon Barkley, New York Giants running back; and Steve Tisch.
The 36th Tribute Dinner took place at the American Museum of Natural History.
Dr. Todd Albert presented Dr. Jonathan Deland with the Lifetime Achievement Award.
Ellen Wright and Kathy Leventhal co-chaired the event.
Guests enjoyed a special performance by the cast of the Broadway musical “Ain’t Too Proud – The Life and Times of the Temptations.”
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Back in the Game SS’s online patient forum – Back in the Game
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– now has more than 2,300 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 Caran Colantino of Manalapan, NJ get back in the game.
HSS Family Gives Back During Semi-Annual Blood Drive early 100 HSS family members took
NYBC thanked everyone who organized the event
the lifesaving step to donate blood at
and donated blood for supporting their mission and
the semi-annual blood drive on May 10
contributing to saving the lives of those in need!
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sponsored by the Employee Activities Committee (EAC). Christopher James, Executive Administrator, HSS Education Institution, and EAC Co-Chair, organizes the blood drive twice a year to support
In April of 2015
New York Blood Center (NYBC).
while living and working in Florida, I was experiencing excruciating pain in both of my hips. After hearing story upon story of how bad this can get and what
According to NYBC, HSS blood donors positively impacted the lives of more than 215 individuals during the May blood drive. This contributes to the almost 2,000 donations that are needed daily in the New York/New Jersey area for patients requiring a lifesaving blood and/or platelet transfusion. Just one single donation can save up to three lives.
Maggie Wimmer and Christopher James welcomed HSS family members to the semi-annual blood drive.
can happen without taking care of this immediately, and against my better judgment, I had a THR of the right hip while still in Florida in 2016. Unfortunately, it was an older prosthetic that was used. The procedure in Florida left my right hip shorter with too much bone cut and resulting in a crack for which I now have a
Wellbeing Corner
permanent clamp on my right femur. Recovery
The Wellness Committee Invites You to Meditate
was a bit slow, but I made it.
Meditation has been around for thousands of years. It’s an active practice meant to promote focus and
The new issue was my left hip. Upon returning up
concentration along with a list of other benefits. Research shows that 50 percent of our thinking time is
north to live again, and after the recommendation
taken up by our mind wandering, making it hard to be effective at work, at home and in all areas of life if
from a friend, I sought out Dr. Howard Anthony Rose
we are not mentally present. Evidence shows that meditation works to rewire brain circuits through a
in 2018. That was the most blessed day of my life.
process called neuroplasticity that can improve mental focus.
From the first office visit, speaking with Talia, and
Since the 1990s, workplace wellness programs offering meditation to employees have surged,
finally connecting with Dr. Rose, I was placed at ease
including at HSS. The Wellness Committee offers three ways for HSS family members to meditate with
and knew that he was the answer to my prayers.
Journey Meditation.
I was anxious and scared that the situation I had in Florida would happen again but when I spoke with him, he immediately put all my fear fires out and said we’ll get through this and you’ll be fine. He was right! My left hip is fabulous!!! He is an amazing soul and an even more amazing doctor. Dr. Rose calmed me down, scheduled surgery and
1. Participate in guided group sessions with Journey Meditation on most Monday mornings at 11:30 in the Richard L. Menschel Education Center. 2. Download the Journey Live app, the world’s first live group meditation app that allows you to meditate several times a day. 3. Download the original Journey app, which includes recorded guided meditations that allow you to meditate on your own schedule.
my left hip was done. I am able to say without a
Meditation with Journey involves focusing your attention on your breath and, when your mind
whisper of a doubt, Dr. Rose is the best solution to
inevitably drifts, returning your focus to that breath as many times as needed. Journey calls this
your issues, especially hip. In fact, I have sent several
refocusing of attention, also known as mindfulness or a push-up for your brain.
friends to see him and they, too, feel the same way.
As with physical exercise, research has documented numerous benefits of mindful meditation. It can
And I just completed a walk for cancer and it was
lower stress hormones and other indicators of personal distress; sharpen cognition, improve memory
such a great feeling to be able to participate!
and sleep quality, and regulate mood; and also boost concentration and enhance workplace relations.
We now understand why people from all over the
Regardless of the health benefits, many people begin to meditate in search of a respite from hectic
world come to HSS and I’m sure Dr. Rose is one of
schedules and the myriad ways technology can fragment our attention.
them. Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU, Dr. Rose,
Wondering where to begin? Try this exercise in mindful eating. All you need is five minutes to uncover
et al., for everything!!!
the concept of mindfulness with just a single raisin. Turn off your phone and place the raisin in your hand. Imagine you’ve come from another planet and this is your first encounter with a raisin. Begin to explore the color, texture and smell. Roll the raisin between your fingers. Do you hear anything? Slowly bring the raisin to your mouth and notice the taste and feel. When you’re ready to swallow, note your intention and begin to sense the raisin moving down your throat. Now give yourself a pat on the back for the practice of mindful eating. Envision mindfulness in other areas of your life. What might you discover? If you have any questions about meditation or other HSS Wellness Programs, please contact us at EmployeeWellness@HSS.edu.
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Adaptive Sports Academy Treats Pediatric Patients to a Day of Tennis hrough the Adaptive Sports Academy at the
self-esteem, self-confidence and motivation to live
HSS Lerner Children’s Pavilion, our pediatric
fuller, more active lives.
patients enjoyed a fun-filled day of tennis at
Thank you to all involved, including the skilled
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the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in
instructors, for helping our patients discover a love
June. Fifteen children attended the event, where
for tennis and making it an experience they won’t
they had the opportunity to experience a sport that
forget! A special thank you to all HSS family members
was new and exciting for them.
who attended, including Jennifer Jezequel, PT, DPT;
The Adaptive Sports Academy organizes adaptive
James Russomano, Program Manager, Sports
programs for kids and teens facing a range of
Safety; Jeramy Solema, Rehab/Mobility Tech;
conditions than impact their mobility. These
Jessica Podell, Associate Director, Global Sports
events help patients realize new skills and interests,
Marketing & Business Development; Samantha
reinforce therapy goals and socialize with other
Jenkins, Major Gifts Officer, Development;
patients. The experiences encourage mobility
Magdalena Oledzka, PT, DPT; and Peyton Katz,
and independence and often result in increased
CCLS, Pediatric Patient and Family Care Coordinator.
Employee of the Month June 2019 – Alexandra Cipriano Congratulations to Alexandra, Employee of the Month for June. Alexandra is a Physician Assistant in the Anesthesia PACU & OSCU who has been a member of the HSS family for nearly four years. She has been described by colleagues as reliable, personable and a pleasure to work with. Working the overnight shift, Alexandra handles some of our most critical patients. Her clinical excellence and professional bedside manner allow her to succeed no matter how complex a case might be. She consistently ensures our patients get the high-quality care they expect at an institution as prestigious as HSS. Alexandra has proven to be an indispensable member of our critical care team. She is thorough, hardworking and universally liked by patients and colleagues. She is a team player who works well with other members of the unit, and she liaises seamlessly with other services throughout HSS and NYP to care for our critical patients.
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Milestones Rehabilitation
Social Work Programs
Public & Patient Education
• John Indalecio, OTR/L, CHT, MS, presented
• Jillian Rose, Director of Community Engagement
• Jimmy Russomano, MS, CSCS, Program
at a spondylitis educational seminar co-hosted by
and Research, was awarded a PhD on May 22,
Manager, HSS Sports Safety, presented on
HSS and the Spondylitis Association of America.
2019. Dr. Rose achieved her doctoral degree in
“Alignment and Stability” at the NSCA NJ State
Health and Behavior Studies, a joint program of
Clinic on May 18.
• Giusi Tsaousis, PT, DPT, PMA®-CPT; Jamie Lamb, PT, DPT, OCS, CMPT, PMA®-CPT;
Columbia University’s Teachers College and
and Lynne Balliette, PMA-CPT, MA, MFA,
Mailman School of Public Health.
presented the HSS Rehab Grand Rounds “The Role of Pilates in Motor Learning within the Rehabilitation Environment.”
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Welcome Sorianny Abreu, Alex J. Anatone, Jelene Bandoquillo, Kathryn Barth, Edward Bayley, AlexiRain Bove-Domenech, William Buo, Keisha Burgess, Jeneice M. Collins, Vanessa A. Colon, Rachelle-Anne D. Cruz, Fred Cushner, Vanessa Dodson, Jodi Doherty, Oliguez Fanord, Nelis Fernandez, Kimberly Gonzalez, Evelyn G. Gotlieb, Tamika Green, Prissila Y. Haniff, Ridwana B. Islam, Preetinder Jassil, Kimberly Jean-Louis, Nevena Jordacijevic, Yusef Jordan, Fanula Karanxha, Asli Kayaalp, Allison J. Kornrich, Sofya Kuchuk, Rose Loubeau, Tiffany Mendez, Stephen G. Melancon, Denise Miles, Jenny Nisman, Sidney Ong, Angela Orrego, Darcy Ottomanelli, Hardy Paulemon, Alyssa Potolsky, Devindra Ramlochan, Julia Retzky, Giselle Rodriguez, Miracle Rogers, Kapri Rosario, Amanda K. Sachdeva, Sharinna Salazar, Michael H. Sang, Brandon Schneider, Keisha A. Shaw, Tashana Sinal, Samantha Smith, Melissa Somarriba, Samantha Souchet, Latoya K. Stanford, Carolien L. Swann, Angjelina Syku, Alessandra Taverna-Trani, Ryan R. Thacher, Haji X. Tirado, Amoh Tsibu, Tyler J. Uppstrom, Ryan Verbic, Heather Walther, Laura Yamner,
In celebration of National Senior Health & Fitness Day, the Greenberg Academy for Successful Aging at HSS hosted its annual event, which included health lectures on nutrition and fall prevention, as well as workshops on dance instruction and chair exercises. The Greenberg Academy and Public and Patient Education team offer yearlong programming for older adults to learn healthy habits; manage pain; and exercise to build strength, balance, endurance and flexibility.
Brian Yang, Alen Yoo
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Editorial Staff Editor-in-Chief:
Marisa DeFilipps
Editorial Committee:
Lisa Goldstein, Bruce Slawitsky, John Englehart