Westchester Medical Breaks Ground on $220 Million Critical Care Tower

Federal, State and County Officials Share their Support for Westchester Medical Center’s Vital Project

Burke Ranked Among Best Rehabilitation Hospitals In U.S. In New Report

Burke boasts the lowest rehabilitation hospital readmission rate in the U.S., with 68 percent of patients discharged to continue their care.

Heart of NYC Heart Gala Celebrates American Heart Association

The 2024 Heart of New York City Gala was chaired by Joe Simone, President of Simone Development Companies.

WMCHealth’s Ally Center Celebrates Pride Month

The Health Care Center Provides A Full Array of Services to the LGBTQ+ Community

See Which Westchester Beaches And Pools Will Be Open For Heatwave

You are going to want to cool off, and the county is opening all the the best swimming holes in response to potentially dangerous temps.

Westchester Cooling Centers Readied To Open As Dangerous Temps Arrive

The Heat Advisory will be from noon on Tues. - 8 p.m. on Wed. An Air Quality Health Advisory was also issued for Tues., from 11 a.m-11 p.m.

Westchester Medical First in NY to use new Robotic Cochlear Surgery

WMC doctor is first in New York to Perform Cochlear Implant Procedure with New Technology that Offers Improved Outcomes

WMCHealth to Honor Congresswoman Nita Lowey and Regeneron Co-Founder

Physicians and nurses also to receive honors; Gala proceeds to support campaign for new Critical Care Tower at Westchester Medical Center

Getting Ready for Memorial Day? Don't Forget the Sunglasses

Dr. Ali, a retina specialist, likes to remind her patients how important it is to protect their eyes when they’re out in the sun.

Sun exposure causes most nonmelanoma skin cancers

As the weather warms and our outdoor activities increase, it’s important to protect your skin from the effects of the sun’s rays.

New Hudson Valley Hospital Safety Ratings For 2024: See Best, Worst

Leapfrog, an independent, nonprofit watchdog group, assigned safety grades, ranging from “A” to “F,” for 3,000 general hospitals.

Pepsi to Support Mary J. Blige Strength of a Woman Partnership

Pepsi is launching the Pepsi x Mary J. Blige Strength of a Woman Community Fund with $100,000 available as grants to local organizations

WMCHealth Teams with Law Enforcement to Host National Drug Take Back

Community members can bring tablets, capsules, patches, and other solid forms of prescription, over the counter and veterinary medications

WMCHealth President and CEO Michael D. Israel to Retire in 2025

Over Nearly Two Decades, Israel Has Overseen WMCHealth’s Revitalization And Expansion; National Search Is Launched for Network’s Next Leader

Seniors and the Disabled Can Get Help with Medicaid Enrollment

Westchester Disabled on the Move is reenrolling people with disabilities, seniors and low-income residents in Westchester, Putnam and Orange

WMCHealth Ophthalmologist Advises Caution when Viewing Eclipse

Westchester Medical Center Health Network ophthalmologist and retina specialist shares essential tips to protect your vision.

2 HV Hospitals Named Among Best For Patient Safety, Experience

Healthgrades, a comprehensive database of ratings and comparisons for physicians, hospitals and health care providers, ranked the hospitals.

Dr. Haris Choudry Joins Burke Rehabilitation

Dr. Choudry will serve as Burke's Program Director for the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Residency

Westchester Medical Center Verified by the American Burn Association

North of New York City, Westchester Medical Center’s Highly Specialized Service the only one of its kind in Eastern New York State

Burke Rehabilitation Hospital Launches On-Site Hemodialysis

-Burke is first and only rehabilitation hospital in New York State with on-site dialysis for patients with kidney disease-

Women’s Heart Health to be Celebrated at Girls’ Night Out

Event Featuring Food, Fun, and Fashion Supports WMCHealth Heart & Vascular Institute and new Critical Care Tower

Westchester Disabled on the Move Registering Families for Medicaid

Disabled, elderly and low-income families can lose health coverage if they don’t reenroll in Medicaid

WMCHealth to Lead Statewide Association of Regional Perinatal Programs

WMCHealth’s Westchester Medical Center and Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital Begin Term as Lead Advocate for Maternal-Child Health Care

Westchester Medical Center Health Network Appoints William B. Pryor

As Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer he oversees workforce recruitment, labor relations and workforce policies

Masks Required For Westchester Medical Center Emergency Departments

The requirement is based on recommendations from the New York State Department of Health for health care and residential facilities.

Westchester DOH Warns Public About Recalled Applesauce Pouches

Health officials said the pouches are suspected of containing heightened levels of lead and chromium.

Westchester Asking For Public Health Service Award Nominees

The awards will recognize people whose volunteering has demonstrated creativity and compassion to improve public health in the county.

Drive-Thru Vaccine Center at Westchester Medical Center is open

Increase In COVID-19 and Flu Cases During Holidays Leads to Public Health Initiative

Westchester Offering Free Flu Shots By Appointment During December

The shots will be given at the Health Department's clinics in White Plains and Yonkers and at the Yonkers Riverfront Library

Neiman Marcus Walks the Runway in Support of St. Vincent's Hospital

The event was a success raising over $130,000 to support the behavioral health programs and services of St. Vincent’s Hospital.

Burke Rehabilitation Joins Age-Friendly Health Systems Initiative

-National Movement to Improve Healthcare for Older Adults-

More than 200 WMCHealth Physicians Named “Top Doctors” by Peers

Doctors around the country are surveyed each year by Castle Connolly as to which physicians in major specialties are the most trusted

Learn About Early Cancer Detection, Prevention At Free Event

The health commissioner urged women to take this opportunity to learn more about how to prevent, detect and protect themselves from cancer.

Westchester Health Officials Urge Residents To Get New COVID Vaccine

Most people with health insurance can find the vaccine at pharmacies and health care providers, officials said.

White Plains Mayor Tours Westchester Medical Center

Mayor Thomas Roach sees premiere centers of healthcare at the Westchester Medical Center and Maria Fareri Children's Hospital in Valhalla.

Burke Rehabilitation Announces Westchester’s Only Aphasia Program

Aphasia impacts language abilities as a result of stroke, brain injury or neurological disorder.

Westchester Issues Heat Advisory, Warns Residents To 'Pace Yourself'

Extreme heat and humidity from Thursday through Saturday are expected to make it feel well over 100 degrees in the county.

LDC Approves $195 Million Bond for new WMC Patient Care Tower

The $221.3 million Patient Care Tower project Allow Hospital to Convert to All Private Rooms

Burke Rehabilitation to Host Adaptive Sports Expo on Sept. 23

-Free community event features golf, rock climbing, fencing & more for all abilities-

Waterstone of Westchester and Burke Launch Education Series

First program features fall prevention tips for seniors