Nassau University Medical Center is proud to announce it has been named a Cardiology Research All-Star for 2024–2025. The prestigious recognition places NUMC in the top 5% of all hospitals and surgeons publishing leading-edge research in cardiology care.
Congratulations to NHCC President, CEO and Chief Legal Officer @MCR918, who was recognized with the Community Champion Award during last night's #SchnepsMedia's Healthcare Heroes Presented By The Carmelite System.
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"Access to quality, compassionate healthcare is a right, not a privilege. NUMC was created to be a model for that ideal and we are living up to that challenge every day despite the message often delivered in the press...We’re more than a hospital. NUMC cares for everyone."
"NUMC isn’t just any hospital. It is Nassau County’s only safety-net hospital, providing care to over 1.4 million residents, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay.
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"It serves working-class families, first responders, veterans, seniors and some of our most vulnerable neighbors. It is a cornerstone of Long Island’s health care network, and the only option for urgent and lifesaving care for many. NUMC doesn’t belong to Albany.
🧵This week, NUMC celebrates the medical laboratory professionals and pathologists whose expertise supports every step of patient care from diagnosis to treatment and beyond. According to @CDCgov, approximately 70% of today’s medical decisions depend on laboratory test results.
🧵Happy #EarthDay! At NUMC, we remain committed to building a greener, more sustainable future. From our recycling initiatives to eco-conscious purchasing, we are proud to do our part in protecting the environment we all share.
We’re also proud to announce that Stryker Medical has recognized NUMC with its Environmental Excellence Award, honoring our commitment to sustainability and responsible resource management. Thanks to our team’s collective recycling efforts, 84 trees have been planted this year.
🧵On behalf of the whole NHCC family, CEO Megan Ryan proudly recognized Marcelle M. Morcos, MD, FACS, Chair of the Department of Ophthalmology and Director of the Residency Training Program at NUMC, as one of April’s Employee of the Month.
Dr. Morcos began her journey with NUMC in 1979 as a resident and has dedicated the past 46 years to healing patients and mentoring the next generation of physicians. Her leadership, commitment to excellence, and passion for patient care continue to inspire.
During Black Maternal Health Week, NUMC is calling attention to the need to address disparities in maternal care both in Nassau County and in communities around the world. Black women in the US are 3x more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than white women,
During National Public Health Week, we urge our leaders at the state and local level to work together to build healthier communities through prevention and education, and by ensuring NUMC has the resources it needs to remain a beacon of hope in our community. #PublicHealth
As Nassau County’s only public safety net hospital, NUMC is especially dedicated to promoting wellness and preventing illness throughout our community. According to the @PublicHealth, investing just $1 in public health initiatives can save $5.60 in healthcare costs.