Emergency Room Nurse Christopher Lumia, RN, receives DAISY Award® for Extraordinary Nurses
Christopher Lumia, RN, a nurse in Mather Hospital’s Emergency Department, received a DAISY Award® for Extraordinary Nurses for his patient care.
Prevent falls with functional fitness
According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), falls are the leading cause of injury for adults ages 65 years and older. In 2019, 83% percent of hip fracture deaths and 88% of emergency department visits and hospitalizations for hip fractures were caused by falls.
Local robotics teams compete in Mather Hospital’s Great Robotic Challenge as Mather exceeds 10,000 cases
Students from four local robotics teams got a surgeon’s view as they tested their skill at operating a next generation da Vinci® surgical robot in Mather Hospital’s Great Robotic Challenge. The event was part of the hospital’s marking its milestone 10,000th robotic surgery.
Tips to Sleeping Better with Back Pain
Back pain can significantly disrupt sleep, leading to a vicious cycle of discomfort and fatigue. Finding the right sleeping position, mattress, and pillow can make a world of difference.
Miguelina “Maggie” Platt, RN, receives DAISY Award® for Extraordinary Nurse Educators
Miguelina “Maggie” Platt, MSN, RN, CRN, NPD-BC, received a DAISY Award® for Extraordinary Nurse Educators for her contributions across multiple patient units and departments at Mather Hospital.
Vegetarian Bolognese – A healthy alternative to a classic favorite!
Enjoy a healthy alternative to a classic favorite!
Leading the Way in Women’s Health
We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Melissa Nicosia, Director of Obstetrics & Gynecology at Northwell Health’s Mather Hospital, has been recognized as a Suffolk County Healthcare Hero! This prestigious award, presented by District 18 Legislator Rebecca Sanin, honors Dr. Nicosia’s outstanding contributions to women’s health and her unwavering commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality patient…
Is your lower back causing you pain?
Lower back pain is a common ailment, and the L4-L5 motion segment is often the culprit. This segment, consisting of the two lowest vertebrae in the spine, can cause a variety of painful symptoms.
No change leads to no change
Behavior change is hard! It is complex and multifactorial; it includes our biology, our psyche, and our environment. Change will only occur when the pain of staying the same is greater than the pain of making the change.
Mather Hospital earns Healthgrades 2025 Outstanding Patient Experience Award
Northwell’s Mather Hospital received five stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for the third consecutive year, the highest rating possible using data that evaluates outcomes, patient experience and process. Mather was one of only four Long Island hospitals to earn the top rating.